Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction and Recovery

In this chaotic Tuesday teaser, Dave gears up for another legendary Raytreon — this time joined by Ray Brown and Dave’s furious father Allen, freshly returned from Florida. Before the madness kicks off, Dave spirals through Knicks playoff dreams, The Last of Us revenge fantasies, a heartfelt apology for pushing sketchy mushrooms, and the start of his “Summer of Fitness, Fashion & Wellness” (spoiler: it’s not going well). Then it’s full-on family dysfunction as Dave’s dad crashes the studio to complain about everything: the furniture, the lighting, the loss of his office, and of course, Dave’s entire childhood. Ray barely survives. Dave blames heroin. Allen kind of makes a point. Classic Dopey — a mess, a miracle, and somehow kind of sweet.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

This week on Dopey! We are joined by David Funes — aka Bipolar Guy Loving Life — who brings the Dopey with an insane true story of mania, madness, coke binges, and total chaos. He had half a million dollars, a club in Austin, a stripper girlfriend, a guest room full of Siroc Boys — and a drug dealer named Ciroc Papi living under his roof. Car theft, club raids, fist fights, heartbreak, manic highs, and lives to tell the tale! Plus emails, dopey music and the time Suzy Carnes had sex with a little (big) person. All that and more on the newest in new of that good old Dopey Show!

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

In this epic Patreon episode, we welcomes Mike Ahern from Wellbridge—a dude with a “punchable face” and the outreach job to match. Mike shares his wild ride from preteen gravity bong hits in White Plains to frat house Oxy meltdowns, heroin in the Bronx, and finally a come-to-God breakdown off the side of I-95. Now 12 years sober, Mike’s in the biz helping other junkies find their way. Along the way, Dave confesses his latest battle—with gout—and the Dopey Nation gets the inside scoop on Kratom, the evils of weed ice cream trucks, and a deep dive on the Flying Dutchman episode of SpongeBob.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

This week on Dopey!!! Meet one of our greatest Dopey Legends of all time - Shane Enholm: bank robber, junkie, tattoo historian, prison pull-up champ, and a poet of the underworld. In this epic episode, Shane takes us through his wild journey—robbing banks with his kids in the backseat, getting tear-gassed by a dye pack, shooting dope in prison with a keistered "safe," and surviving hepatitis C. From running a heroin hustle inside to getting clean on methadone and rescuing his daughters from a nightmare foster home, Shane’s story is one of brutal lows and miraculous redemption. He closes it out with a heartbreakingly raw original song, Mud Pies. It's Dopey at its dopiest. PLUS emails, Voicemails and Songs!!!! On the newest in new of the good old Dopey Show!

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

This week on the Teaser for Patreon: Martin Johnson from Boys Like Girls drops in for one of the rawest, realest Dopey episodes yet. We’re talking benzo blackouts, self-staged interventions, rockstar burnout, grief, recovery, and the surprising clarity that came sitting in a sauna with 75 prescriptions in a backpack. Plus: Spring break chaos, Katz’s updates, doctors who ignore screams, and the existential dread of no Wi-Fi in an exam room. 🚨 Hear the full episode ONLY on Patreon! www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

This Week on Dopey! Andy Roy celebrates 5 years clean and brings along Angelo and Bobby from New Origins—the sober living home that’s keeping them grounded and inspired. We hear wild tales from the past (jerk-off contests??), what makes recovery actually work, and why the crew plans to stick around and give back. “The love is real, bro.” This one’s about brotherhood, resilience, and turning chaos into a calling. Then Dave dives in deep with Dopey spiritual consigliere Thuan from Mountainside 🧘‍♂️ on: The trap of workaholism in recovery! Why it's so hard to just sit still What happens when you lose your sponsor (RIP) Can you be too spiritual to need a sponsor? And why love, presence, and stillness can be the medicine 🎧 Plus: Dopey poet Ian drops a killer verse, and Dave gives a shoutout to Safe Spot and CustomStickers.com (use code Dopey20 to get 20% off your own stickers!). 💌 Got a thought on Andy or New Origins? Write in: [email protected] 🧦 Want a sticker? Hit us up. Or join us on Patreon for tons of bonus content + goodies: 👉 patreon.com/dopeypodcast ❤️ Stay strong, Dopey Nation 🖕 Fucking toodles for Chris

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Patreon Teaser Summary – April 2025 Dave kicks off with a raw and real response to a brutal comment from longtime Dopey listener James DeHart, who called him out for failing to deliver promised merch—seven times. Dave owns it, apologizes (again), and commits to sending James a proper package “out of principle.” He also reminds fans: don’t join Patreon for the merch—join because you love Dopey. Then: 💥 A new Patreon episode drops featuring Garrett aka Sloppy Jones, Dave’s old friend from Purchase. Together they take a wild stroll down memory lane—touching on: Their days selling acid out of their college suite Smoking weed and running hustles with a dorm-dealing legend named Joey D A not-so-hot take on the new season of White Lotus (Dave calls it "garbage")

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

This Week on Dopey! The Big 3/11 Live show with Margaret Cho at Joe's Pub!!!! Dopey hits the big stage in this absolutely unhinged live episode from Joe’s Pub in NYC! Dave hosts a night of laughter, heartbreak, and junky brilliance with performances from Ray Brown and Chloe LaBranche, a chaotic round of Stash Word with Carl Radke, Abby Fickley, and Brace Belden, and a hilarious, heavy-hitting panel with Margaret Cho, Dr. Nzinga Harrison, and Ask Erin’s Erin Carr. We get a voicemail from Finland, a tribute to Val Kilmer, a tragic update on Onyx the cat, and a jaw-dropping heroin smuggling story (featuring one very brave butthole). Also: sexsomnia, self-d**k-sucking, workaholism, shit stories, and more. This is Dopey Love. This is Dopey Nation. Toodles for Chris. Video is up at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

Raytreon is here! I have strep throat and feel like shit! I watched the Ricky Powell Doc this morning and talk about it then i play a classic talk with the one and only ray brown! PLUS MORE! www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

This week on Dopey! Dave sits down with best selling author, keynote speaker and criminal justice professor, Damon West, a former Division I quarterback who went from college star to meth addict to high-level burglar—and somehow came out the other side with a crazy uplifting message of hope. Damon tells the jaw-dropping story of how he fell in love with meth, ran a burglary operation across Texas, and got sentenced to 65 years in a maximum-security prison. Inside, he faced violence, gangs, and despair—until a fellow inmate shared a strange but powerful metaphor that sparked his transformation: “Be a coffee bean.” From smoking meth and robbing houses to finding faith, purpose, and redemption behind bars, Damon’s story is wild, raw, and full of real Dopey energy. www.patron.com/dopeypodcast www.damonwest.org

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

HERE IS THE DESCRIPTION OF THE EPISODE: (not the teaser) If you want to hear it go to www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast ✍️ Episode Summary: In a rare and revealing turn, Dave hands over the mic to longtime friend and artist John Bukaty for a deep-dive interview that peels back the layers of the man behind Dopey. From early childhood trauma and bar mitzvah breakdowns to fake depression and failed Nirvana plans, this is the raw, unfiltered, sometimes hilarious, and often emotional true story of Dave and the birth of Dopey. Bukaty doesn’t hold back — and Dave opens up about family, addiction, spirituality, fear, humor, legacy, and the real meaning of Dopey. If you think you’ve heard it all before, think again.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

This week on Dopey! In one of the possibly most powerful and emotional episodes of Dopey ever, Dr. Nzinga Harrison returns to the show to tell a story she’s never shared before—despite being around the show for over five years. Her older brother, Kofi (aka Debo), has spent the last 30 years in prison for a triple homicide he didn’t commit. This episode is about injustice, resilience, heartbreak, and family—and how one letter from the foreman of the jury might change everything. Dave and Nzinga also dive into the weirdness of recovery, cursing in front of kids, pajama pants in public, kratom, Suboxone, the alt recovery movement, and the absolute madness of how this documentary (Born Friday) came to life. Plus: a classic voicemail from Anthony involving methadone, clonopin, and a botched tire swap in the snow. An emotional listener email about recovery and redemption. Dopey Nation shoutouts. And a huge update from Nzinga at the end of the episode.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

This week on the teaser we get into some weird territory - someone on Reddit supposes that before Chris died - he and I used together. Listen to the Patreon episode with me, Selby and the Great Cormac to learn the truth about what actually happened. join patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

This Week on Dopey! I'm super excited to have had the chance to interview PAtrick J. Pespas and Sam Lipman-Stern from The Telemarketers! A junky/true crime/scam busting documentary series on HBO! AI wrote all the juicy nuggets below - PLUS Dove updates us! Weighing heroin bags, and Siggy's 7 years!!!! All that and more on a brand spanking new episode of the good old Dopey Show! 📞 Dopey Podcast Episode Summary: The Wild Life of Pat Pespas & The Telemarketers Scam This week on Dopey, we dive deep into the insane, scam-filled, heroin-soaked life of Pat Pespas, the star of HBO's Telemarketers—the most outrageous, jaw-dropping, and hilarious docuseries in years. Pat joins us to spill it all—from running telemarketing scams for corrupt police unions to snorting heroin while making sales, to going undercover and taking down a billion-dollar fraud operation. We cover his years as a junkie, the insane characters at CDG (the boiler room from hell), the shady contracts, the FBI raids, and how he and director Sam Lipman-Stern turned their chaotic past into a critically acclaimed HBO docuseries. Sam jumps in to share how a high school dropout & graffiti kid became an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, what it was like to hunt down politicians, mobsters, and scammers, and how The Telemarketers almost got shut down for exposing too much corruption. Plus, Pat reveals his wildest drug stories, what happened when he disappeared, his thoughts on addiction & recovery, and why he turned down $250,000 in media deals after the series blew up. 🔥 This episode has EVERYTHING: Junkie telemarketers, shady deals, crime, betrayal, Emmy snubs, and a whole lot of heart. 💀 Don't miss it. 👉 Watch Telemarketers on HBO 👉 Join Patreon for exclusive content & video access 👉 Follow Dopey for more raw, unfiltered insanity Stay strong, Dopey Nation—Toodles for Chris!

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

NEW DOPEY 'Teaser' Ray is back, and we’re diving deep into the mysteries of junkie slang, Mamoun’s falafel, and the eternal question—does coke make you gay? Plus, the Jeff Tweedy rejection saga continues. Tune in for unhinged rants, unnecessary debates, and that sweet, sweet Dopey chaos. TO HEAR MORE RAY: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast LAST DOPEY LOVE: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/ 🔗 Listen now: [Insert Link] #DopeyPodcast #StayStrongDopeyNation #CokeScience #MamounsOrBust Let me know if you want tweaks!

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

This week on Dopey! Chris's sponsor Dylan is back! We hear all about how he is doing and reminisce about Chris and his final run before recovery! PLUS Cat Greenleaf stops in to read emails and talk shit! PATREON - www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEY LOVE LIVE with MARGARET CHO AND FRIENDS: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/ P

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

ERIN KHAR is back on Patreon! She talks about her recent spiral into depression and how she has gotten out of it - plus a sort of scintillating sort of gross 'Ask Erin Question' and much much more on this brand new teaser of the dopey show! PLUS she talks Rick James and Elliott Smith and more! MORE! MORE! Patreon - www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEY LOVE TICKETS - https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

This week on Dopey! Rejoice Lenny from the Beach is Free! Lenny from the Beach returns from being locked away! Hear all about his time away in Long Island's Jail System and then upstate for more time incarcerated before SHOCK treatment! Hear all the ins and outs of institutional living and the nature of incarcerated recovery! PLUS a crazy meth fishing voicemail and Dopey emails! All that and more on this brand new version of the good old Dopey Show! Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Margaret Cho/Dopey Love/Live Tickets: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

Dopey Patreon Teaser with a crazy email about neighbors on METH! Plus me and Howie navigating the new tiny Dopey studio. Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEY LOVE LIVE WITH MARGARET CHO https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

This week on Dopey we are joined by recovery advocate and woman in recovery, Jamie Tall! Jamie shares all about her super crazy journey on this weeks show! TRIGGER WARNING: It gets very graphic around sex and violence, so please use caution! Jamie tells it all and is now sober helping addicts and alcoholics! Sure you can say that “I am a Certified Peer Specialist For Addictive Disease and Co- founder of Remnant Rescue Mobile Recovery unit. We are a ministry that serves the unhoused community and victims of human trafficking by doing local outreach on the streets and providing free peer support and placement into mental health facilities and safe sober living spaces.” Soul Savage Ministries (865) 315-3816 https://www.facebook.com/share/12DwGurxgx1/?mibextid=wwXIfr Patreon is www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEY LOVE LIVE WITH MARGARET CHO, Dr. Nzinga Harrison, Brace Belden, Erin Khar, Ray Brown and Linda are available at: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

This is not Cat Marnell. This is Cat Greenleaf - an alcoholic in recovery. Cat has done a tone of media - hosting the seminal New York City Cab Show - 'Talk Stoop'. Now she has a podcast called Soberness. All about recovery - with celebrities - i was briefly on one episode!

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

This Week on Dopey! Safe Spot Call Operator and Activist! Jessie B tells her insane Southern Fried Dopey Experience! Jessie tells us about how a botched asshole surgery led to her oxy addiction and then how it ultimately led her to a creer of helping people! Please write us at [email protected] and let me know what you thought! Join patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast buy DOPEY LOVE TICKETS AT: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

This week on the teaser - We talk a bunch of shit - read some emails and play a clip from me and Doug Bopst from the Adversity Advantage!

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

This Week on Dopey! We are joined by painter, songwriter and Instagram legend Jimmy aka WHO AM YOU! Jimmy brings the ultimate Southern California tweaker style Dopey this week with a smattering of Dopey stories! Please send in stories to [email protected] please join patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast get DOPEY LOVE tickets at https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

Yo Yo Yo! Here is legendary music manager, philanthropist and drug smuggler Doc Mcghee! We go over his storied career, The Moscow Peace Festival, his time with Motley Crue and Bon Jovi and much more! Sign up for Patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEY LOVE WITH MARGARET CHO, NZINGA HARRISON AND BRACE BELDEN! TIX: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Yo Yo Yo! Here is legendary music manager, philanthropist and drug smuggler Doc Mcghee! We go over his storied career, The Moscow Peace Festival, his time with Motley Crue and Bon Jovi and much more! Sign up for Patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEY LOVE WITH MARGARET CHO, NZINGA HARRISON AND BRACE BELDEN! TIX: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

This Week on Dopey! Old School Dopey Abounds! Jason Cabello brings the fucking serious Dopey - too much to describe - but lets just say that his favorite mixture - his signature blend - if you will - was: The Jason Special 🥃💉 1 cap of heroin (China White, usually in a capsule) 2 mg of Dilaudid (when he could get it) Molly (crushed and injected for a wavy rush) Crack (dissolved using vinegar or lemon juice) Liquid Benadryl (extracted from gel caps and added for an extra rush) PLUS Travis's heart felt email, Samantha's COKEY Voicemail, DOPEY LOVE with Margaret Cho 3/11 https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/ Patreon www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2025

This is a Tuesday Teaser for Patreon! Join Patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast This week me and Doug read some emails and talk shit about 12 step and other dumb shit.

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

This week on Dopey!!!! We are joined by Rachel Siegel of Mountainside! And she tells a crazy adventure of becoming a fentanyl addict in Tel Aviv - Israel! Rachel's story starts in Massachusetts but takes a serious turn to pure Israeli insanity! PLUS emails of cotton fever, crazy Wiley Voicemail and my Dad's 81st Birthday! Plus Elon>????? Join Patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025

This week on Dopey!!!! We are joined by Rachel Siegel of Mountainside! And she tells a crazy adventure of becoming a fentanyl addict in Tel Aviv - Israel! Rachel's story starts in Massachusetts but takes a serious turn to pure Israeli insanity! PLUS emails of cotton fever, crazy Wiley Voicemail and my Dad's 81st Birthday! Plus Elon>????? Join Patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025

The Dopey Tuesday Teaser for Patreon is up! Hear the whole thing at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast We get the dirt on the trip to Cuba with 'Sugar Bear' John Bukaty and 'Salty/Sexy' Seth. PLUS a PCP voicemail from the Glass Bagel!

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

This week on Dopey!!!!! Maia Szalavitz AND Bob Forrest are back on all sorts of stuff! Can ozempic save junkies??? And Bob updates us on what is really happening in Los Angeles! PLUS a voicemail from Australia and a few emails and much more on a brand new Dopey show! What AI thinks: Episode Summary In this thought-provoking episode, we’re joined by the brilliant journalist and addiction expert Maia Szalavitz to tackle a fascinating question: Could medications like Ozempic play a role in helping addicts recover? 💉 Plus, Bob Forrest checks in from LA to share his signature mix of wisdom, wild stories, and recovery insights. We’re talking heroin, cocaine, Jerry Garcia, and the eternal search for redemption. As always, expect raw honesty, dark humor, and the unfiltered chaos of the Dopey universe. This one’s a ride! Show Notes 📌 What’s Inside: Can Ozempic help curb addiction? Maia Szalavitz breaks it down. Bob Forrest’s LA recovery update: chaos, clarity, and wild stories. Deep dives into heroin, cocaine, and recovery journeys. Jerry Garcia memories and the connection between music and addiction. 💌 Listener Shoutouts: We love hearing from the Dopey Nation! Send your thoughts, stories, and questions to [email protected]. 🎧 Join Us on Patreon AD FREE $8 tier: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Support the show and get exclusive ad-free episodes and bonus content:

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2025

On the teaser!!!! Getting ready to go to Cuba! Talking shit with Doug about 12 step recovery. And talking about why I love George Clinton so much! Crack, Heroin, Recovery, Weed, you know the deal! www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025

This Week on Dopey! Dopeywood is cancelled! Sending love to everyone affected by the fires! We have an insanely Dopey guest this week - his name is Jonas 'PVC' Grey and he brings the Dopey for real. Homeless in Kensington shooting fentanyl, and stealing everything he could find. We hear all about his epic journey on this weeks super debaucherous episode. PLUS Cotton Fever Voicemail and emails both positive and negative plus More More and More! On an all new crazy dopey episode of that good old Dopey Show! Join Patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast - HATE NEW INSERTED ADS? NEW EPISODE UP ADFREE ON PATREON! $8 tier and up!

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2025

This Week on Dopey! Dopeywood is cancelled! Sending love to everyone affected by the fires! We have an insanely Dopey guest this week - his name is Jonas 'PVC' Grey and he brings the Dopey for real. Homeless in Kensington shooting fentanyl, and stealing everything he could find. We hear all about his epic journey on this weeks super debaucherous episode. PLUS Cotton Fever Voicemail and emails both positive and negative plus More More and More! On an all new crazy dopey episode of that good old Dopey Show! Join Patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast - HATE NEW INSERTED ADS? NEW EPISODE UP ADFREE ON PATREON! $8 tier and up!

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2025

This week on the teaser - Ben tells an insane Dopey story full of Walmart, guns and needles! Then the teaser with Leah Knauer - plus Should I go to Cuba??? https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Here is what AI says: "Shot in the Groin, High on Chaos: Ben’s Unbelievable Survival Story" 🎙️ New Episode: Detours Through ChaosEver heard a buddy story involving Walmart receipts, a gunshot wound, and detox gone wild? 🌀 This week’s Dopey is exactly that kind of madness. 🔥 Ben Croxton shares an insane tale of survival, stupidity, and somehow finding recovery amidst the chaos. Plus, I’ve got updates on DopeyWood, an unexpected invite to Cuba with some very big names (Bill Murray, anyone?), and a sneak peek of Leah Knauer’s comedy, chaos, and song. 💥 Listen, laugh, cry, and cringe. You won’t believe half of it.🎧 www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Got a story that tops a near-miss dick injury? 😳 Share it in the comments. Let's hear the madness. 👇 #DopeyPodcast #StayStrong #Recovery #ToodlesForChris

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2025

This Week on Dopey! We are honored to be joined by super big time NY Times best selling author, Oprah Winfrey buddy and thought leader, Dear Gabby Podcaster, Dream Manifester - Gabby Bernstein!!!!!!!! Gabby lays it all out how she went from horrible cocaine addiction to finding Self Love and creating her incredible career in helping people and teaching how people can help themselves! PLUS a crazy email from prison! Trouble shooting Heroin! And a chem sex Voicemail! PLUS ALSO Dave's high school friend's Jim and Devan are back to talk psychedelic New Years, rodents and Snakes on a brand new New Years episode of Dopey! Check out Gabby's book and tour dates here: https://gabbybernstein.com/events Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Here is what AI came up with: 🎉 Happy New Year from Dopey Nation! 🎙️2025 is here, and we’re starting with a bang! This episode is packed with inspiration, jaw-dropping stories, and life-changing wisdom. You don’t want to miss it! 👇 🔥 Episode Highlights: 🌟 Celebrating Recovery:We kick things off by honoring Amy Dresner’s 12 years of sobriety! 🙌 What an incredible journey—let’s give her all the love. 🌲 DOPEY WOOD IS NEXT WEEK!📅 January 11thA star-studded recovery retreat featuring Bob Forrest, Jack Osborne, Annie Lederman, Rich Roll, and more. Plus, it’s all powered by the amazing folks at Oro Recovery. Let’s bring the Dopey Nation together for an unforgettable event. 🎶 🎧 Listener Stories: Tyler from Atlanta shares his gritty journey from IV drug use to three years sober. 💉➡️💪 A jaw-dropping chemsex voicemail that left us speechless. A letter from Montana in prison about the wild characters he’s met while serving time. 🌟 A VERY SPECIAL GUEST: GABBY BERNSTEIN!This week’s episode is a masterclass in self-help, spirituality, and recovery. Gabby—a #1 New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and spiritual teacher—joins the show to share transformative wisdom and stories: 💡 The 4-Step Check-In to Heal Your Inner Self:Gabby teaches us how to recognize our inner “parts,” meet them with compassion, and create calm and clarity. This quick tool is perfect for anyone looking to stay grounded and start healing. 🧘‍♂️✨ 🌈 Compassion for Your Cynic:Dave and Gabby dive into the power of understanding your inner critic. Gabby explains how being curious, compassionate, and connected to yourself can help transform self-doubt into empowerment. 🔮 Manifesting Explained:Not sure how to embrace manifesting without feeling cheesy? Gabby breaks it down: “We manifest what we believe.” By shifting your energy and beliefs, you can unlock new possibilities. 🌟 📖 Her New Book: “Self-Help”This must-read explores Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy—a powerful, trauma-informed tool for addicts and anyone seeking peace. Gabby’s personal stories and practical tools make healing feel possible. 🎤 Gabby’s Journey:From a coke-fueled PR life in NYC to a spiritual leader and recovery advocate, Gabby shares raw stories of her darkest days and the moment that changed everything. “I got clean, and my life became bigger than I ever dreamed.” 👟 MERCH ALERT!Got a crazy recovery story? Email it to [email protected] and earn a pair of the comfiest Dopey socks. 🧦 💌 Let’s hear from YOU:What are your hopes, fears, and goals for 2025? Drop us a line! 🎧 Listen now: [Insert episode link] 💙 Toodles for Chris, Peace and Love for Todd and Brian, Annie, Colleen, Liam, Dave and everyone else we've lost!

Transcribed - Published: 3 January 2025

On the Teaser! Happy New Year Dopey Nation! Hear a new email about Grandma Tracey's accident on opiates - and the great Reddit Round up teaser with Cormac and Selby! Join Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DopeyWood Tickets still available here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 AI NOTES: Podcast Episode Notes: Tuesday Teaser – Reddit Roundup & New Year Reflections 🎙️ 🎉 Happy New Year, Dopey Nation! 🎉 This week’s episode is a Tuesday Teaser packed with reflections, chaos, and a sneak peek at the Reddit Roundup: Best of 2024! Join Dave as he dives into what makes New Year’s both a time for gratitude and a total letdown, and previews the exclusive Patreon episode featuring Cormac and Selby breaking down the biggest Dopey subreddit moments of the year. 🧠 What’s Inside This Episode? Dave’s New Year’s Confessions: From Risk-filled childhood celebrations to romance, drugs, and pots-and-pans parenting, New Year’s has always been… complicated. Grandma Tracy’s Tale: A listener’s harrowing story about fentanyl surprises, garage floors, and the power of resilience. Reddit Roundup Preview: Why Hamilton Morris might just be the drug nerd king of 2024. Look With Love’s voicemail: Heartfelt or way too much? The Dopey Nation’s complicated love/hate relationship with recovery influencers. Classic Dopey humor and poignant reflections on Ellie, Annie, and the community that keeps us all connected. Psychedelic Curiosity: From Yahe to ayahuasca, why Hamilton Morris has Dave rethinking (but not trying) psychedelics. 💬 Why Listen?This episode is a perfect mix of laughs, reflections, and heartfelt moments that capture what makes Dopey so special. Whether you’re a longtime listener or new to the Nation, it’s a great way to start the year. 📢 Shoutouts & Call to Action: Send us your emails and voicemails! The Dopey Nation makes the show what it is, and we want to hear from you. Leave a 5-star review on iTunes (don’t be cheap—it's easy and helps more people find the show). Join Patreon: Exclusive content, weekly bonus episodes, Zoom meetings, and more! Visit www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast to sign up. Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and fucking toodles for Chris. 🎧 Listen Now

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024

This week on Dopey! After years of Pursuit we finally got chemist, author, TV host, Documentarian and Director - Hamilton Morris of Vice and HBO's trailblazing show Hamilton's Pharmacopia to come to my Dad's house! He tells of how he became a PSYCHONAUT and also why he hates the term PSYCHONAUT among tons of other stuff psychedelic and chemical.  PLUS Adversity Advantage host Doug Bopst is back to talk New Years Resolutions, fitness and more! On this brand new episode of the good old Dopey Show! There are a few Dopeywood Tickets left: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 Join Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Here is what AI said: Dopey Podcast Episode Show Notes: 🎙️🍭 Episode Title: Hamilton Morris on Psychedelics, Clack, and the Chaos of New Year’s Resolutions (with Doug Bopst) Release Date: 🎉 December 31, 2024 Intro: Dave kicks off the final Dopey episode of the year with a bang (and maybe a groan). No heartfelt resolutions here—just raw reflections on why 2024 sucked, what 2025 might bring, and how sugar is basically his drug of choice now. Oh, and there’s a surprise guest: fitness trainer Doug Bopst, called mid-recording to unpack why Dave’s obsessed with Chick-fil-A and why New Year’s resolutions are mostly BS. But first, the real deal: Hamilton Morris, the chemist and documentarian behind Hamilton’s Pharmacopoeia, drops in to talk about everything from the chemistry of salvia to the ethics of harm reduction. It’s science, chaos, and comedy rolled into one unforgettable episode. Highlights: Hamilton Morris Takes Us to School 🧠💊: The Psychedelic Frontier: Hamilton explains why psychedelics aren’t just “drugs” but tools for exploring consciousness. How can they fit into harm reduction? And what about people in recovery? Salvia, DMT, and the Bizarre: Why salvia is the “weirdest drug ever” and why it deserves more respect (or fear). Hamilton shares his thoughts on liquid LSD in the eyes and why he’s never smoked crack. The Clack Incident: Dave revisits the time he smoked “clack” (crack, but in Chinatown) with a methadone dealer named Danny. “It wasn’t great, but Danny was really into it.” New Year, Same Chaos 🎆: Dave Calls Doug Bopst: Dave surprises Doug mid-recording to grill him about sugar addiction, fitness tips, and why Chick-fil-A is apparently Christian food. Doug suggests cutting out processed foods and prioritizing protein—Dave suggests doubling down on frosted mini-wheats with chocolate syrup. Sugar, Dopamine, and Decompression: Why Dave binges chocolate at night while watching Knicks games. Doug’s take on dopamine, cravings, and why recovery is all about consistency. The Dopey Fitness Challenge: Dave vows to run a Couch-to-5K… maybe. Doug advises him to take it one step at a time. “It’s not about losing 30 pounds in two weeks, Dave.” Listener Love 🎶: Jake’s Banjo Cover: West Virginia listener Jake delivers a raw, soulful banjo rendition of Dave’s song with an original third verse about surviving hard times. It’s shaky, heartfelt, and the perfect way to end the episode. Featured Guests: Hamilton MorrisGenius chemist, filmmaker, and explorer of the psychedelic unknown. Watch Hamilton’s Pharmacopoeia on Vice TV. Doug BopstAuthor, podcaster, and fitness guru. Follow him at @DougBopst and check out The Adversity Advantage Podcast. Support Dopey: 🖤 Dopey Nation Merch: Shop Here Join Patreon: Support the Show Follow Us: Keep up with Dopey on Instagram and Twitter. 💥 Stay Strong, Dopey Nation, and… Toodles for Chris. 🎧 Listen Now: Spotify Apple Podcasts Website

Transcribed - Published: 27 December 2024

Merry Fucking Christmas and Happy Chanukah Dopey Nation! Here's a little teaser of the Patreon episode with John Bukaty - all about using at Christmas - Recovery - addiction and dumb shit! Listen to the whole thing here: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast We added some tickets for Dopey Wood here is the link: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1484803   Here ARE AI's notes: Merry Dopey Christmas! 🎄Welcome to another chaotic and festive teaser from the Dopey Podcast—your go-to for dark comedy, drugs, addiction, and dumb shit. 🤪 🕺 This Week’s Highlights: Dave’s wild Christmas scramble: 🎄 Saving his mother-in-law from her Stranger Things Christmas tree disaster. Last-minute Amazon packages and AA-fueled heroics. A deep dive into holiday memories—both tragic and triumphant. Listener emails featuring poop stories, crystallized Darvon capsules, and holiday miracles. ✉️✨ The ultimate Dopey Christmas Movie pitch. Is it a hit or a miss? You decide! 🎥 Sugar Bear’s return for recovery talk and some brutally honest holiday reflections. 👉 Support the Show:

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2024

This Week on our Giant Christmas Episode we are joined by Kimber King and a shit tons of Dopes in our annual Dopey Christmas Craptacular. I feel like i should stop writing note because AI does it so well! So sit back and enjoy a super special Dopey episode! With a cavalcade of Dopes - some voicemails, stories and more on this brand new episode of the good old dopey show!  https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 Dopey Podcast: A Very Dopey Christmas 🎄 Episode Summary: This special Christmas episode of Dopey: The Podcast on Drugs, Addiction, and Dumb Shit brings all the chaotic holiday vibes, dark humor, heartfelt confessions, and reminders of the power of connection. Host Dave Manheim dives into Christmas-themed stories, raw moments of struggle, and the importance of staying strong in recovery, even during the most emotionally charged season of the year. From Kimber King's startling confession about almost relapsing to Ray’s California adventures and Dave's chaotic day managing Katz’s Deli and family life, this episode brings all the dopey holiday feels—raw, real, and hilarious. Key Segments: 🎤 Holiday Songs with a Dopey Twist Ray Brown's Dopey Christmas Anthems: A hilarious rendition of Mariah Carey’s "All I Want for Christmas is You" with a dark, dopey twist. Expect plenty of tongue-in-cheek humor about addiction and recovery struggles. Dive into Ray's process for creating these twisted holiday gems. 🎄 Kimber King's Christmas Crisis (00:37:00) Kimber calls Dave to confess her almost-relapse plan during the holidays: ordering coke and shooting up alone during her week off. She shares the power of reaching out, her codependent struggles with family, and the impact of staying connected in recovery. Key takeaway: Even when the urge feels overwhelming, talking about it can stop you from spiraling. 🚨 Dopey Christmas Stories Courtney's Christmas in a Walmart Parking Lot (01:49:51): Courtney recalls a freezing winter spent homeless in a broken-down car, nodding out with cigarettes in hand. A gritty, real look at what addiction can do during the holidays. Kimber’s Family Christmas Gone Wrong (01:04:40): A chaotic Christmas memory involving family dysfunction, biker bars, and violence. Proof that not all holiday stories come with a warm fuzzy ending. Dave’s Heroin-Fueled Holiday Drive (01:09:17): Dave shares a surreal, haunting memory of nodding out on heroin while driving to his girlfriend’s family Christmas party, with old-timey Christmas music as the soundtrack. 🎄 Dopey Nation Shout-Outs and Voicemails Dopey Nation members share holiday greetings, updates, and their own struggles with staying sober during the holiday season. Standout voicemails: Courtney’s story of being homeless on Christmas. Lou’s reflections on being a still-using member of the Dopey Nation and how the show keeps them connected. Margaret Cho and Erin Carr drop in to wish the Dopey Nation a happy holiday. ✉️ Listener Emails and Notes Dave reads emails from fans, including: Nishma, who’s listening from Norway and relates deeply to the stories. An anonymous fan who hilariously mishears "calm" as "dot com" and shares gratitude for the podcast’s balance of humor and recovery. 🌴 Ray Brown’s California Adventures (01:26:18) Ray calls in from Palm Springs to share stories of hiking, swimming, and staying healthy—while dodging the bizarre transactional culture of Palm Springs. Ray promises a custom-made Dopey t-shirt for Dopey Wood. 🛠 Updates and Announcements Dopey Wood is Coming! January 11th in Los Angeles with special guests like Bob Forrest, Rich Roll, and more. Dave shares behind-the-scenes chaos about planning the event. Call for Stories and Help: Dave urges listeners to send in stories, voicemails, and emails to keep the show alive. 💬 Heartfelt Messages A Christmas Reminder: Dave reflects on the melancholy of the holidays and urges listeners who

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2024

This week on the Patreon Teaser! My dad jumps on to talk about Mushroom/Ketamine Tea and a new article about how in Oregon people take it at the end of their lives! Then we read a bunch of emails before we have Teddy from Hell Has An Exit who talks about the first time he ever does cocaine! Plus much much more on a brand new teaser for that old time Dopey Show!   Dopey Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEYWOOD TICKETS: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 WHAT CHAT GPT SAYS: 🎙️ Dopey Patreon Teaser: Teddy Tarantino & Family Hijinks 🌀 Studio Construction, Family Banter, and a Dopey Dose of Chaos 🎧 What’s Inside This Patreon Teaser? Dave brings a quick, hilarious, and heartfelt look into the behind-the-scenes madness of building the new Dopey Studio and previews a must-hear conversation with Brian Alzate (aka Teddy Tarantino) from the Hell Has an Exit podcast. Along the way, we get Dave’s dad in top form, sharing everything from psychedelic fears to spaghetti and meatballs. 🛠️ Teaser Highlights: 🎤 Family Chaos with Dave’s Dad 👨‍🦳: Live from Dave’s dad’s house, where Howie is hard at work on the new studio—while Dave records, naturally. Psychedelics for End-of-Life Care? Dave grills his dad about an article on psilocybin and ketamine tea for palliative care. Dave’s dad: hard no on the tea but a solid yes on spaghetti and meatballs. 🍝 The ongoing battle: Will Dave’s dad ever admit to trying cannabis or "wake up" with magic mushrooms? Snakes, Cats, and Cheese:** Dave reads Dopey Nation emails, including wild snake stories (baby snakes escaping!) and Katz's Deli cheese controversies. Cheese ban drama: Delis may not be about cheese, but Dave knows what works for the ‘Gram. 🧀 💥 The Teddy Tarantino Teaser: Preview of Brian Alzate’s first time doing cocaine at 14 years old—when his friends left it in his room by accident. 🤯 Cocaine lessons 101: “All I did was play Grand Theft Auto all night—what the hell is this drug?” The seeds of addiction: How young curiosity mixed with opportunity led to full-blown chaos. 🎯 Why Join Patreon? Almost 3 hours of uncut bonus content with Brian Alzate—raw, shocking, and deeply dopey. Bonus Howie Content: Dave’s dad never fails to entertain with his no-nonsense takes, accidental wisdom, and refusal to try psilocybin tea. Exclusive Dopey Stories: More snake tales, behind-the-scenes laughs, and merch perks for signing up. 🛒 Support Dopey & Join the Dopey Patreon:👉 www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast 🎧 Final Notes:If you love the show, the Patreon content delivers more stories, more laughs, and more Dave and Howie. Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and fucking toodles for Chris. 🌟

Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2024

This Week on Dopey! The Kratom Craptacular! Everything you wanted to know about Kratom but were afraid to ask! I am extremely excited and proud of this new Dopey Kratom Show with Mountainside's Jana Wu and the Upful Life Podcasts' and Dopey Legend B. Getz - we learn so much about the phenomenon/scourge/harm reduction tool/recreational and super easily accessible gas station wonder drug - Kratom.  No matter how you pronounce it - Kratom is out there and affecting the world of addiction and recovery profoundly! So sit back and relax and consume this extra long extra informative super kratomy special of Dopey! PLUS voicemails, emails and more on this super new episode of the kinda old Dopey Show! Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DopeyWood Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thedopeyfoundation/1484803   Here is what AI Said: Dopey Podcast: The Kratom Special 🎙️🌿 Get ready for a Kratom deep dive in this episode of Dopey! Dave brings together two amazing guests for a rollercoaster conversation that balances expert knowledge, raw personal experience, and a sprinkle of humor. 🎢✨ Part 1: Expert Insights with Jana Wu 🧠📚 Dave chats with Jana Wu, a mental health professional from Mountainside, to demystify the world of Kratom. Jana sheds light on Kratom’s complex role in addiction recovery, public health, and regulation. Topics include: Sugar vs. Kratom: The parallels between sugar addiction and Kratom use. 🍪➡️🌿 The cultural explosion of Kratom post-COVID and why it’s become so accessible. 🛒📦 Should Kratom be sold in gas stations? (Spoiler: probably not.) ⛽🛑 Cannabis legalization, Kratom regulation, and the larger societal shift toward harm reduction. 🌱⚖️ Jana offers thoughtful perspectives on how we as a society can approach substances like Kratom without resorting to prohibition. She also opens up about the challenges of discussing this topic as a professional in the recovery field. A fascinating, must-listen conversation! 🔥 Part 2: B. Getz’s Raw Kratom Journey 🎵🌍 In the second half, Dave welcomes back B. Getz, the host of the Upful Life Podcast and a longtime Dopey fan-favorite. B. reflects on his eight-year daily Kratom habit, his recent decision to quit, and what that process has taught him. Highlights include: Finding Kratom: How B. turned to Kratom after a devastating Oxycontin addiction. 💊➡️🌿 The pros and cons of Kratom as a harm reduction tool versus its potential for dependency. ⚖️ Tapering Tips: How B. used a mix of supplements, planning, and support to quit Kratom. 🕊️💪 “Blue balls of the real deal”: What Kratom feels like and how it kept his “switch” off. 🛑💡 Going out with a bang: B. shares his wild concoction of cannabis syrup and Kratom extract shots in a playful nod to his past. 🎉🍹 B.’s story is a testament to resilience, transparency, and the power of partnership. His openness about the challenges and rewards of stepping away from Kratom will inspire anyone navigating a similar journey. 🙌 Themes & Takeaways Recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all: Harm reduction tools like Kratom can save lives, but they require responsibility and self-awareness. 🧩 Community support matters: Whether it’s a partner, the Dopey Nation, or Reddit groups, transparency and connection are key. 🤝💬 Everyone’s journey is unique: Whether abstinence, harm reduction, or something in between, there’s no “right” way—just your way. 🌟 Shoutouts 🎉 Jana Woo for her wisdom and dedication to helping people in recovery. 🙏 B. Getz for his raw honesty and incredible storytelling. Catch his podcast Upful Life for more music and culture insights! 🎧🎶 Closing Note This episode captures the essence of Dopey: raw, real, and thought-provoking. Whether you’re curious about Kratom, in recovery, or just love a good story, this is one for the books. 📚 Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and as always, toodles for Chris. ✌️❤️

Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2024

Tuesday Teaser is UP! With Adversity Advantage's Doug Bopst! He is getting married!!!! Plus email, freestyle, songs and good times! AI notes below and links to Patreon and Dopey West!   Go Listen to the real episode at https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Dopey West Tickets: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 🎙️ Dopey Patreon Teaser: LL Bean, Elvis Weddings, and Freestyle Magic 🎙️ Hey, Dopey Nation! 🌧️ On this rainy day in Suffolk County, Dave's cozy in his bougie LL Bean moccasins, Katz’s Deli tee, and polo robe, ready to serve up a Patreon teaser filled with drugs, addiction, and dumb shit. Let’s dive into this week’s chaos! 🌀 🔥 Highlights of the Episode Doug Bopst: Fitness and Elvis Weddings 🎤Dave chats with fitness guru and Adversity Advantage host Doug Bopst. Topics include: 🏋️‍♂️ Fitness and recovery tips 💍 His upcoming Vegas wedding officiated by Elvis (!?) 🎵 Doug’s questionable knowledge of Elvis hits (spoiler: it’s bad). Sugar Bear Joins the Fun 🐻 John Bukadi adds to the madness with stories of widespread panic shows, psychedelics, and new career ideas in art therapy. Dopey Freestyle by Taz 🎤A special submission from Taz, who shares his journey from addiction to recovery through freestyle rap. Listen for Taz’s story about recovery, love, and... stabbing his mom’s boyfriend over turkey 🦃😳 Ben & Jerry's Flashback 🍦Dave reflects on his hilariously low-viewed YouTube ice cream reviews and plays the catchy theme song by Rare Brian. 💌 Listener Love & Contributions A heartfelt email from Taz, a listener from Indiana who’s two years clean from meth and fentanyl. His freestyle submission is raw, real, and pure Dopey spirit. 🎧 🎟️ Upcoming Event: Dopey Goes West Date: January 11, 2025 📅 Location: Los Angeles (West Hollywood) 🌴 Lineup: Bob Forrest, Jack Osbourne, Rich Roll, Annie Lederman, and more!👉 Grab your tickets here – only 30 left! 🎁 Patreon Perks Join the Dopey Patreon for exclusive content! $5 Level: Extra episodes, recovery zooms, stickers, videos, and more! $15 Level: Coveted Dopey socks 🧦 $20 Level: Beanie + socks combo 👉 Sign up here: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast 🎵 Outro Music The teaser wraps up with Taz’s freestyle and the iconic Ben & Jerry's Dopey theme song. ❤️ Toodles for Chris Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and keep sending your wild stories, music, and freestyles to [email protected]. Let’s keep the Dopey madness alive! ✌️ Listen Now and Join the Fun! 🎧

Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2024

This week on Dopey! We have Simon Mason, an author, recovery coach and a shadowy figure of the Britpop scene of the 1990s. whose life story is a whirlwind of rock ’n’ roll excess, devastating addiction, and eventual redemption. Known as the ”Cat in the Hat,” Simon was a dealer to Oasis and other legendary bands, a firsthand witness to the cultural explosion of the era—and a victim of his own spiraling heroin addiction. PLUS! A butt related voicemail, emails and much much more on a brand spanking new episode of the good old Dopey Show!

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024

This week on the teaser! We lost someone in our recovery meeting - it shook me to the core. Then we read a note from a Dopey Zoomer - then we get a crazy voicemail from Mick Popham about SMASH & GRAB Danny! Then we get to Doug!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast DOPEY WEST! https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 Here is what AI Says: Notes for Dopey Podcast Patreon Teaser Episode 🔊 Episode Teaser: Dive into this week’s Patreon bonus content! 🔊 On today’s Dopey Patreon Teaser, Dave is joined by his lifelong friend Heart Attack Doug for another unfiltered conversation on addiction, recovery, and all the crazy shit in between. In this episode, the guys talk about everything from survival and shopping habits to a shocking death that hits close to home. Here's what you’ll find in this heartfelt teaser: 🎧 What to Expect: Dealing with Death: The episode starts on a somber note as Dave reflects on the tragic death of someone from his recovery meeting. This loss brings up powerful thoughts about mortality, sobriety, and the harsh realities of addiction. It’s a raw and emotional discussion on the fragility of life. 💔 Doug’s Health Journey: Doug shares his story of surviving multiple heart attacks, including two widowmaker heart attacks in one day! He’s still living life to the fullest, though—getting back on track with physical fitness and biking 50 miles at a time 🚴‍♂️💪. Honesty in Recovery: Dave and Doug discuss the importance of being honest in recovery—how it’s difficult, but necessary to open up about the struggles. Doug talks about the “rat share” in meetings, the raw honesty that comes when people finally admit the truth. Doug’s Fashion & Shopping Obsession: From his new On Running sneakers to his obsession with guitars, Doug’s shopping habits take center stage. Dave can’t help but laugh at his friend’s shopping addiction and style choices—Adidas, Marshall’s, and some really great shoes 👟. Heartfelt Moments: Dave shares a deeply emotional moment about his relationship with his father, even predicting his dad's death as part of an unprepared conversation that got way too real. 💌 Join the Dopey Nation: If you want to hear the full episode—including Doug’s “30-year-old woman” dating conversation and more—you’ll need to become a Dopey Patreon member. Sign up today for access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes insights, and an incredible community of fellow Dopey listeners! 🎉 Bonus Content on Patreon: Get access to hundreds of exclusive Dopey episodes 🎙 Join the Dopey Recovery Zoom every Wednesday 🧑‍💻 Receive Dopey stickers, socks, and other fun merch 🎁 Zoom chats and deeper discussions in our Patreon community 🤝 🔥 Want More Dopey?: If you love the show and want to help out, consider signing up for Patreon, leaving us a review on iTunes, or simply following Dopey on social media. It all helps us keep the Dopey magic alive! Don't miss the full episode—sign up for Patreon now at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast to get the full scoop! 💥 Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and Toodles for Chris! 💥

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2024

This Week on Dopey! Happy Thanksgiving! On this week's smattering of gratitude - Thanksgiving Episode! We are joined by Baywatch: Hawaii star and Penthouse Pet of 1992, Brandy Ledford! Brandy brings the super juicy Dopey - and tells her incredible path from teenage drinking to nude modeling, todrug abuse to starring on TV to opiates to recovery! It is an awesome super honest and inspirational story! PLUS tons of Dopey messages of gratitude, emails and voicemails from the Dopey nation! All that and more on a brand new super grateful episode of that good old dopey show! DOPEY GOES WEST TIX - https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 These are the fancy AI notes: 📲 Listen on Apple Podcasts | 🎧 Spotify | 🌐 Dopey Website 💥 Buckle up, Dopey Nation—this episode is WILD! Former Penthouse Pet of the Year, actress (Baywatch + Andromeda), and all-around survivor Brandy Ledford dives deep into the chaos, hilarity, and heartbreak of addiction and recovery. 🌊✨ 🔥 Topics That’ll Blow Your Mind: 💊 Painkillers & Norco: From prescriptions to full-blown addiction. 🥖 Crystal Meth Sandwiches: Yep, she ate them for breakfast. 🤯 ❄️ Cocaine: Prom limo bumps to late-night Hollywood binges. 🍷 Alcohol: From teenage DUIs to hidden vodka bottles. 🥂 Ecstasy-Fueled Orgies: The real story behind Hollywood parties. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fallout: Her toughest battles with loved ones. 🌟 Recovery & Redemption: Rehab, resilience, and finding the light. Why You’ll Love It: Brandy spills the tea on her life as a model, actress, and party girl. Raw, hilarious, and heart-wrenching tales from the darkest places. 🖤 A true story of hitting rock bottom and fighting her way back to sobriety. 👉 Don’t miss this unforgettable ride through excess, fame, and redemption!🎧 Hit play now and remember: Stay strong and fucking toodles for Chris. 🎥 Bonus Content: Watch this episode on YouTube!📩 Got a wild story? Email us at [email protected] 🔥 Follow Dopey Podcast: Instagram: @DopeyPodcast TikTok: @DopeyPodcast Twitter: @DopeyPodcast 💡 Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ✨

Transcribed - Published: 29 November 2024

This week on the teaser we rejoice in the return of my beautiful 80 year old father Alan to the show. We talk about life and death and other dumb shit PLUS a bunch of emails! https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast What AI says: keywordsDopey Podcast, addiction recovery, dental health, family conversations, substance abuse, community engagement, mental health, opioid addiction, recovery challenges, personal stories summaryIn this episode of the Dopey Podcast, host David Manheim engages in a candid discussion about addiction, recovery, and personal experiences. The conversation covers various themes, including community engagement, insights on recovery, the challenges of dental health post-addiction, reflections on aging and family relationships, and the impact of substance abuse on personal connections. The episode concludes with a musical interlude, highlighting the host's journey and aspirations for recovery. takeaways Community support is crucial for recovery. Unique insights on addiction can aid understanding. Dental health issues are common in recovery. Aging brings new challenges and reflections. Family dynamics can influence recovery journeys. Substance abuse often affects personal relationships. Engagement with listeners fosters a sense of community. Music can be a powerful outlet for emotions. Honesty about struggles is important in recovery. Hope and resilience are key themes in recovery. titles Navigating Recovery: Insights from Dopey Podcast The Role of Community in Addiction Recovery Sound Bites "Help a brother out." "I don't want to relapse." "Toodles for Chris." "I wanna be good so bad." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Dopey Podcast and Community Engagement 03:10Insights on Recovery and Addiction 06:05Dental Health and Recovery Challenges 08:54Conversations with Family and Aging 14:52Reflections on Relationships and Substance Abuse 17:04Musical Interlude and Closing Thoughts

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2024

This week on Dopey! We are joined by addiction/recovery heavyweight, VP of Public Affairs at Hazlelden/Betty Ford, author of BROKEN and BROKEN OPEN - William Cope Moyers! William takes us down the long path of growing up in the limelight and succumbing to addiction - only to claw his way out becoming one of the countries most heralded speakers and writers of recovery. When dental problems struck! William had extensive surgery and got excessive oxys prescribed! Here what happens next on a very special new episode of that good old Dopey Show! PLUS! The Origin of Boofing Meth in OKC, Doing Coke in Kabul and much much more on this weeks newest DOPEY!  What AI says: Dopey Nation. Dave dives headfirst into an episode so jam-packed with raw honesty, wild tales, and dark humor that your headphones might file for workers’ comp. Joining him is the legendary William Cope Moyers—author, public advocate, recovery powerhouse, and Suboxone truth-teller—to unravel the rollercoaster of addiction, redemption, and, yes, a little “dark energy” courtesy of painkillers. What’s Inside This Week’s Madness? 🚀 From Crack Houses to Betty Ford: William shares the gritty, jaw-dropping journey of addiction that landed him in a Harlem crack den (spoiler: while still rocking a tie).💊 Painkillers, Suboxone, and Stigma: How dental surgery brought the Trojan horse of addiction knocking—and why Suboxone is saving lives (including his).🎙️ Dave’s Oxy Confession: The Dopey host gets real about his recent dance with oxycodone and how recovery practices saved his ass.🎶 Nitrous and The Beatles: What happens when nitrous meets headphones and "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds"? (Hint: not serenity.)🔥 The Perfect Storm: Addiction, privilege, and why recovery is about more than just sobriety. Quotes to Make You Question Everything: “Painkillers are the Trojan horse of addiction—and they walk right through the gates.” “I’m raising $10 million by day and dying inside by night. Welcome to addiction in a tie.” “Nitrous didn’t make me relapse—it made me cry and rethink everything.” Dopey Milestones This Week: Fan Story of the Week: Diane gets Dopey socks for claiming she invented boofing meth—because that’s how you win at harm reduction. OG Dope Confession: Dawn’s Afghanistan coke adventure proves no passport photo is complete without pinprick pupils. William Cope Moyers Breaks Records: First guest to pull off “AA meets Suboxone advocacy” without breaking a sweat. Why You Should Listen: If you’ve ever felt like recovery is more about falling apart gracefully than staying perfect, this episode is for you. With moments of shocking candor, dark humor, and the kind of wisdom that comes only from surviving the impossible, Dave and William remind us why we fight to stay strong—one absurd, heartbreaking, and hilarious day at a time. Stay Dopey:📬 Write to us at [email protected] with your crazy stories or feedback.🎉 Support the show on Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast🧦 Want Dopey socks? Bring your best stories (and maybe a good Canadian accent).📢 Free tickets to Dopey Goes to Hollywood: January 11, 2025. Write to claim yours! Toodles for Chris. Stay Strong, Dopey Nation.         keywords: Dopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, music, social media, community, personal stories, William Cope Moyers, gratitude, mental health, addiction, recovery, family support, substance use, marijuana, alcohol, expectations, mental health, public advocacy, personal experience, recovery, addiction, oxycodone, nitrous oxide, emotional impact, relationships, stigma, treatment, hope, dual reality The Dopey Podcast aims to create a supportive community for those affected by addiction. Music plays a significant role in expressing emotions related to addiction and recovery. Social media can be addictive and impact mental health, especially for those in recovery. Listener contributions enrich the podcast and foster a sense of belonging. Personal stories, like Dawn's, highlight the unpr

Transcribed - Published: 22 November 2024

This week on the teaser Cormac and Selby talk all about Dopey Reddit and the latest controversy surrounding Fentanyl Jay. PLUS I tell my story of going to see Jordan Peterson with Linda and what I learned. PLUS Kratom, and other dumb shit!   Sign up for Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast   keywordsDopey, addiction, recovery, podcast, gratitude, community, Fentanyl, Reddit, events, personal growth summaryIn this episode of Dopey, host David Manheim discusses various topics related to addiction, recovery, and community engagement. He shares updates about upcoming events, reflects on listener feedback regarding podcast length, and emphasizes the importance of gratitude in personal growth. The episode also features a Reddit roundup with guests Selby and Cormac, where they discuss community dynamics and the complexities of substances like Kratom. Additionally, David touches on the story of Fentanyl Jay and highlights musical contributions from the Dopey Nation, concluding with a message of support for listeners. takeaways For 12 cents a day, you could be getting extra Dopey content. Upcoming live show on January 11th could be epic. Listener feedback on show length is important but subjective. Gratitude can be a powerful tool for personal growth. Kratom is a complex topic in the recovery community. Fentanyl Jay's story highlights the struggles of addiction. Community support is vital for recovery. Musical contributions from listeners enrich the Dopey experience. Engagement with the audience is crucial for podcast success. The Dopey Nation is a supportive and creative community. titles Exploring the Dopey Universe The Power of Community in Recovery Sound Bites "Are you a real fan of Dopey?" "Fentanyl Jay is my friend." "Stay strong Dopey Nation!" "Toodles for Chris!" Chapters 00:00Welcome to Dopey Tuesday Teaser 03:11Upcoming Events and Announcements 05:56Reflections on Podcasting and Listener Feedback 08:46Exploring Gratitude and Personal Growth 12:09Reddit Roundup with Selby and Cormac 15:04Fentanyl Jay and Community Conversations 18:01Musical Contributions and Closing Thoughts

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2024