In this episode of "Chats and Tatts with Aaron Della Vedova," our host shares a remarkable story of Brandie Phillips who sought to cover up burn scars with tattoos. Despite the potential risks, the guest was determined to cover every scar and spent hours in the tattoo shop daily for several weeks. The host discusses the potential dangers of such a rigorous tattooing schedule and how the individual's determination led them to overcome both physical trauma and the tattooing process. Tune in to hear this inspiring journey of resilience and transformation.

Chat Breakdown:

[00:00:00] Covering up burn scars.

[00:03:25] Tattoos as therapy.

[00:06:39] Car accident and legal battles.

[00:11:18] Near-death experience and miraculous survival.

[00:17:27] Brandy's fighting spirit.

[00:19:06] A massive leg blister.

[00:21:29] Losing faith and finding hope.

[00:22:54] The turning point.

[00:29:38] Therapeutic aspect of tattooing.

[00:32:08] Tattoos as therapy.

[00:33:36] Tattoos as therapy.

[00:37:10] Seeking therapy and finding purpose.

[00:39:37] Overcoming trauma through tattoo therapy.

[00:44:22] Combining ink therapy with 50 Legs.

[00:45:35] Mental health struggles and resilience.

[00:51:11] A stranger's life-changing advice.

[00:53:56] Clean's belief in the project.

[00:57:05] Clothing line and scholarships.

[01:02:17] Seeking sponsors and investors.

[01:05:16] Taking Bad Things and Turning Them Good.

[01:08:08] Good business owners that care.

Quotes:

"So instead of getting a tattoo on some of the burned area going about your life coming back a month later getting a new tattoo No, you just said we're covering all these scars. I'm gonna go in every day until they're all covered."