After losing everything to addiction — his family, his home, and nearly his life — David Kendall spent 10 years homeless.
Now, five years clean, he’s helping others find the same hope that saved him.

In this raw and redemptive episode of The Philanthropic Podcast, David shares his fall, his fight to rebuild, and the moments that reminded him life was still worth living.
A story of pain, faith, and second chances — and a reminder that everyone can help someone.

(0:00) – Intro: Meet David Kendall
(1:16) – Growing up in Provo, Utah
(2:15) – Early success and the secret addiction
(4:00) – Losing family and falling into homelessness
(6:18) – Ten years on the streets
(8:18) – The Christmas moment that changed everything
(10:14) – Finding faith and hope through his sons
(12:54) – Jail, relapse, and the turning point
(17:45) – The miracle of drug court
(19:55) – Rebuilding: work, recovery, and purpose
(21:00) – Reuniting with family and finding peace
(22:18) – Giving back through recovery work
(25:14) – His message to the world
(29:00) – Closing reflections: small acts that change lives

Go behind the scenes with the creators of Philanthropic — the YouTube platform and global movement using media to fight poverty. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what we're doing to build a mission-driven media brand from the ground up. From idea to impact, late-night edits to on-the-ground filming, this is the raw story of how a two-person crew with a big vision is using storytelling to change lives — and inviting the world to join in.

Whether you're curious about content creation, social impact, or just want to know what it takes to turn a camera into a catalyst for good, this episode has something for everyone.