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From Gawker's Fallout to Healing: Daulerio's Recovery Podcast

3/5/2026

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A.J. Daulerio, former Gawker editor, reflects that publishing Hulk Hogan's sex tape led to Gawker's bankruptcy and left him professionally exiled.
The trial left him grappling with sobriety.
He launched The Small Bow podcast to connect with others facing addiction.
The Small Bow podcast now hosts weekly recovery meetings.
Daulerio aims to counter the extreme nature of modern media by emphasizing shared experiences and healing.

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Story summary

A.J. Daulerio, former Gawker editor, reflects that publishing Hulk Hogan's sex tape led to Gawker's bankruptcy and left him professionally exiled.
The trial left him grappling with sobriety.
He launched The Small Bow podcast to connect with others facing addiction.
The Small Bow podcast now hosts weekly recovery meetings.
Daulerio aims to counter the extreme nature of modern media by emphasizing shared experiences and healing.