Someone Worth Finding: The Unlikely Journey of John Bruna
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Piece Description
The unlikely journey of John Bruna who went from a life of crime, homelessness, and addiction to become one of the most beloved teachers at Jordan High School, in a troubled neighborhood in Long Beach, California. Losing his daughter to the state after being declared an unfit father, he turned his life around after his AA sponsor told him that if he ever got another chance to be a father, why doesn't he become "someone worth finding." John was re-united with his daughter 8 years later. He then made another transformation, to become a Tibetan Buddhist monk. Someone Worth Finding John's story and the effect that he has had on the lives of his students.
Broadcast History
Originally aired on KPFK 90.7 Los Angeles (Pacifica) in July 2006
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Paul Provence
Posted on September 04, 2009 at 06:53 PM | Permalink
Good Story
I grew up in Pasadena with John and his younger brother. They were both people good people. I'm glad to hear life has worked out for John. Thanks for sharing his story.