Professional Idiot: A Memoir Audiobook, by Stephen “Steve-O” Glover Play Audiobook Sample

Professional Idiot: A Memoir Audiobook

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Read By: various narrators Publisher: Hyperion Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 6.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.00 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: June 2011 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781401326104

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

25

Longest Chapter Length:

48:40 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

12:48 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

24:01 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

2

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Publisher Description

From his early days videotaping crazy skateboard stunts to starring in the Jackass movies, there was little that Stephen "Steve-O" Glover wouldn't do.

Whether it was stapling his nutsack to his leg or diving into a pool full of elephant crap, almost nothing was out of bounds. As the stunts got crazier, his life kept pace. He developed a crippling addiction to drugs and alcohol, and an obsession with his own celebrity that proved nearly as dangerous. Only an intervention and a visit to a psychiatric ward saved his life. Today he has been clean and sober for more than three years.



Professional Idiot recounts the lunacy, the debauchery, the stunts, the drug addiction, and the path to recovery with bravado, humor, and heart.



"It's mind-blowing to me how utterly far gone Steve-O was, and how he looks back on it in this book with such intelligence, humor, and searing honesty. What a truly unbelievable life."

-- Johnny Knoxville



"A great book to read before you get on the roller coaster to hell, if you plan on surviving to tell about it like Steve-O did."

--Nikki Sixx, author of The Heroin Diaries



"This is the perfect book for people who hate reading."

--Tommy Lee, author of Tommyland



The feedback I've gotten on Facebook and Twitter from those of you who've read this book has been fascinating, heartwarming, and hilarious. I'm happy to keep answering your questions on there, and I encourage more of you to join in the discussion. Hope to hear from you soon, and thank you all so much.



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Steve-O

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"This book was awesome. Steve O is actually a pretty good writer. I think he had help, but still. It was rad. His life is intense.. sad, happy, fucked up, incredible. I didn't really take much away from this book besides do what you love.. no matter what anyone else thinks. But still, this book was extremely interesting and I recommend it to anyone who wants an interesting, easy read."

— Baylee (4 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “This is the perfect book for people who hate reading.”

    — Tommy Lee
  • “It’s mind-blowing to me how utterly far gone Steve-O was, and how he looks back on it in this book with such intelligence, humor, and searing honesty. What a truly unbelievable life.”

    — Johnny Knoxville
  • “A great book to read before you get on the roller coaster to hell, if you plan on surviving to tell about it like Steve-O did.”

    — Nikki Sixx

Professional Idiot Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.04545454545455 out of 54.04545454545455 out of 54.04545454545455 out of 54.04545454545455 out of 54.04545454545455 out of 5 (4.05)
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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    — 8/29/2020
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " So I wasn't expecting much from this book. BUT! It was SO good. And really interesting. I was surprised how much I liked it and how much more respect I have for him now. "

    — Miss, 2/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Interesting and truly remarkable life. It was a bit confusing at times but i enjoyed the read. "

    — Marisa, 2/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Actually the book was fantastic. Stephen has had a pretty crazy life outside of what we've see on film. I think if you actually read it you will be very surprised. "

    — Tori, 2/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " The best memoir I have ever read. You will NOT be disappointed. I finished the book in a day because I could not put it down! Jackass fan or not, give the book a shot because I promise you it will not disappoint. Great job Steve-O! Amazing as always! "

    — Brittany, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " What a hellish roller coaster ride he went through.. I could not put it down. Half the time I thought how is this kid still alive? Much less walking! I recommend it to all! I loved this book. "

    — Vanessa, 1/25/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " It was very well written. It also made one open their eyes and realize that people who hit rock bottom can truly change. "

    — Nikki, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " If you can get past the vulgarity of it, it's a great book... Even in the first couple chapters I am on. I imagine Steve-Os voice and laugh while I am reading and it helps being the book alive. He's had an interesting life and I respect him for how far he has come. "

    — Wendy, 1/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " What a tool. I gave it an extra star because I just felt really really sorry for him the whole time I was reading this. "

    — Roxanna, 1/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " The BEST rockstar autobio out there. "

    — Ake, 12/29/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Biography of Steve-O from Jackass fame. Was surprised by his honesty and vulnerablility. It's fluffy craziness and if you want to read about someone living a crazy "rock star" life and live. You will like it. "

    — Jason, 12/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I have always been a Jackass fan. So it was no surprise about his addition Steve is very honest with himself in this book. "

    — Crystal, 11/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Not as funny as I thought it would be, but not bad. Hard to believe he's still alive with all the drugs and booze he put into his system. "

    — Christopher, 11/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I love steve-o and I am probably one of his biggest fans so when I saw he was publishing a book I knew I was going to have to read it. This book was insane. I didn't know that his life would be as crazy and interesting as it is. And props to Steve-o for overcoming such a crazy amount of addictions. "

    — Kimberly, 9/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Knoxville's quote pretty much sums up what I think. The amount of coke and time spent huffing this man did is insane to me. It truly Is amazing that he is this honest about his addictions and his struggle to stay sober. Even though he is a self proclaimed "idiot" you can't help but route for him. "

    — Natalie, 7/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Hmmmmm dunno why this kinda shit interests me but I eat it up: reality TV, rehab shows, tell-all biographies and insider stories are intriguing. Especially when involving danger, drugs, girls and crime. "

    — Markii, 2/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really good book! I thought it would be filled with crazy stories -- and there were a few -- but it was mostly just straightforward and heartbreakingly honest. "

    — Ashley, 1/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Hilarious!! This book is soo good I met him at a book signing jun 2011 and he is very sweet! "

    — Kristen, 7/15/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Who doesn't love Steve-O? "

    — Mandy, 3/8/2012
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Skimmed it. Didn't care for the writing style. And not a fan of Jackass so not sure why I bothered with it. "

    — Wendi, 1/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was a very easy read. It was interesting to read about Steve-o's life and explains a lot about why he is the way he is. It is also a hopeful memoir for those who are struggling with addiction. "

    — Jennifer, 12/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Even though he's sober, he's still totally rad.This book was amazing. I hardly knew anything about Steve-O before reading it, and now I want him to write another book. "

    — Victoria, 6/10/2011

About Stephen “Steve-O” Glover

Stephen “Steve-O” Glover has made a career of doing crazy, dangerous, unhealthy, ill-advised stunts for the amusement, delight, and occasional disgust of audiences around the world. Besides being one of the breakout stars of Jackass’ three-season run on MTV, Steve-O starred alongside fellow Jackass alum Chris Pontius in the extreme travel show Wildboyz, which ran on MTV for four seasons and his own Dr. Steve-O series on the USA Network. In 2009 the newly sober Steve-O lasted six weeks on the ABC reality series, Dancing with the Stars, despite the fact that he couldn’t dance to save his life. He figured prominently in the Jackass feature films. He’s also been a frequent guest on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Howard Stern Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Loveline. Professional Idiot is his first book.

About various narrators

Neil Hellegers grew up in New Jersey and attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a BA in theater arts and a minor in psychology before getting an MFA in acting from the Trinity Rep Conservatory in Providence, Rhode Island. He moved to New York City in 2003 and, since then, has made a career of theatrical performance, percussion, theater education, and audiobook narration. He currently lives in Brooklyn with his wife and son.