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  • 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/

    Here is what AI Says:🎙️ Smuggling Subs, Smoking Deuce, and a Vagina Full of Dope: Lenny's Wild Jailhouse Tales 🌊

    In this wild new episode of Dopey, Dave welcomes back Lenny from the Beach, straight out of jail and treatment, to share his mind-blowing journey through addiction, recovery, and the madness of institutionalization. 🚔🏠💉

    🧠 What to Expect:

    Lenny's Jail Tales: From smuggling Suboxone to the infamous "Deuce" experience. 🫠💊A Vagina Full of Dope: Yes, you read that right. A jailhouse smuggling story for the ages. 👜💉Meth Fishing Adventures: A hilarious and harrowing voicemail story from the Dopey Nation. 🎣🚨Emails of Hope: Heartfelt letters from listeners, including Mark’s story of turning his life around at 50. 💌🧦The Shock Program: Military-style drug treatment (but not as shocking as you'd think). 🥊🏋️Gratitude & Grooves: Dave wraps up with gratitude and a nod to the Beastie Boys' "Gratitude." 🎵🙏

    📢 Shoutouts:

    Happy Birthday to Britta! 🎂🎨Upcoming Dopey Love Live Event: Featuring Margaret Cho, Carl Radke, Abby Fickley, and more! 🎭✨Sponsors: Big love to Oro Recovery, Mountainside, and Recovery Unplugged for keeping the Dopey ship afloat. 🛟🏠🎶

    🎟️ Get Your Tickets: Dopey Love Live at Joe’s Pub
    🔥 Support Dopey: Join the Patreon, snag some Dopey socks, and don’t forget—leave a review! 🌟🧦

    Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and fucking toodles for Chris. ❤️

  • 🎧 Tuesday Teaser Alert! 🎧

    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/

    Yo, Dopey Nation! It’s Tuesday, and you know what that means—Patreon Teaser time! 🎉 Listen to this wild preview, and if you need the full chaotic experience, hit up 👉 www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

    🔥 This Week: Howard is back! You loved (or hated) him on Good Morning Dopey, and now he's gracing the Patreon with what might just be our worst episode ever—but hey, it's also the first episode from the brand-new Dopey Studio, courtesy of Howard Beach Buxbaum!

    🦶 Side note: My feet hurt, probably from all the sugar. Anyone got a detox smoothie recipe that actually works? Hit me up at [email protected]!

    ❤️ Listener Love:
    "Chris helped me get into my first treatment program when I was 18. I'll be 9 years clean this year because of him. Love you guys, thanks for being there for me throughout the years."

    🎟️ Dopey Love Live:
    Two weeks away! Featuring:

    Margaret Cho 🧨Brace BeldenDr. Nzinga HarrisonErin CarrRay BrownAbbie Fickley

    📍Where: Joe’s Pub, Manhattan
    👉 Get Tickets: [Link in bio]

    🆕 Fresh Dopey Stickers just landed! Patrons get 'em first—so join the crew!

    🙏 Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and...

    🚦 Fuckin' toodles for Chris. 🚦

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  • 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!

    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/

    https://podcast.feedspot.com/rehab_podcasts/

    Here is AI:

    "From Fucking the Devil to Finding God: The Jamie Tall Story"

    Show Notes:

    🎙️ This Week on Dopey:
    Dave dives deep into the jaw-dropping story of Jamie Tall, a woman who went from sex work and satanic cult rituals to becoming a beacon of hope in recovery. From her days as a dominatrix in the "Bride of Satan" cult to her eventual spiritual surrender, Jamie's story is as wild as it is inspiring.

    💡 Topics Covered:

    🚨 Prostitution Sting Gone Wrong: Jamie’s surreal bust in a massive law enforcement setup.

    💃 Lap Dances, Cocaine, and Cash: How stripping filled a void of self-worth.

    😈 Bride of Satan Cult Rituals: The insane details of dark web dominance and cult initiation.

    💉 Crack Houses and Meth Mania: The downward spiral into hardcore addiction.

    👼 Finding God: How Jamie found redemption through the 12 Steps, trauma-informed care, and spiritual rebirth.

    💪 Making Amends: Rebuilding trust with her kids and family—proof that healing is real.

    🦸 Giving Back: Jamie's powerful work with the Divas Who Win Freedom Center and Access Point Georgia.

    ✨ Key Moments:

    🤯 Jamie's first night as a stripper and the rush of hustling for money.

    👹 The dark and disturbing rituals of the "Bride of Satan" cult.

    🚔 The humiliation of seeing her mugshot on Bay News 9 for days.

    🌊 The turning point in sober living and finding hope through community.

    📢 Shoutouts & Resources:

    🌸 Divas Who Win Freedom Center: Helping women escape prostitution and human trafficking.

    🧬 Access Point Georgia: Harm reduction, safe drug use education, and real-world support.

    🎶 Dopey Love Event: March 11th in NYC—featuring Margaret Cho, Dr. Nzinga Harrison, and more!

    🎧 Don’t Miss:

    💥 A listener poop story that’ll make you rethink your next Walgreens run.

    🎵 Original music from the Dopey Nation—send in your tracks!

    🧦 Get your Dopey socks! Andy and Laura, send in your addresses!

    ✉️ Send Your Stories:
    Got a wild story or just want to say hi? Hit us up at [email protected].

    Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and fucking toodles for Chris! 💥

  • I am in Florida! This is the Patreon Teaser! Hope you guys are great!

    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!

    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/

    Check us out at Feedspot here: https://podcast.feedspot.com/rehab_podcasts/

  • 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/

    Check us out at Feedspot here: https://podcast.feedspot.com/rehab_podcasts/

    🎧 Dopey Podcast Episode with JessieB – Show Notes

    "No Strange Dick, No Dirty Needles: JessieB on Harm Reduction, Raggedy Daughters, and Real Love"

    🎯 Key Themes & Moments:

    🧓 Aging and Perspective: Embracing life at 51 with no apologies.

    💉 Harm Reduction Philosophy: Love in action, not enabling.

    ❤️ The Power of Service: From personal pain to public purpose.

    👩‍👧 Parenting Through Addiction: Hard truths and soft love with her daughter Kaylin.

    🌍 Community Impact: Building 229 Safer Living Access from the ground up.

    🔮 Fate and Connection: The wild, full-circle story with Stephen Murray and Kimber.

    💥 Unforgettable Quotes from JessieB:

    "I'm a fish. I can't climb a tree. What the fuck?"

    "My raggedy bitch of a daughter."

    "Labels are for couches, not people."

    "People who don't feel wanted find ways to be needed."

    "No strange dick—that’s harm reduction!"

    "Recovery is any positive change."

    📝 Episode Blurb:
    In this raw and riveting episode, David sits down with JessieB—harm reduction powerhouse and unapologetic truth-teller. From her daughter Kaylin’s addiction to launching 229 Safer Living Access, JessieB breaks down harm reduction, motherhood, and why service saves lives. Expect wild stories, gut-punching honesty, and the reminder that “recovery is any positive change.” 💙

    📢 Patreon Sign-Off:
    Support the show on Patreon for more raw, real stories. Fucking toodles for Chris. 💔

  • Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

    Tickets for Dopey Love: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

    #1FEEDSPOT RANKINGS: https://podcast.feedspot.com/rehab_podcasts/

    🔥 Bonus Tuesday Teaser! 🔥

    Dopey Nation, it’s another Bonus Tuesday, and this one is a fucking mess—just like life. 🎧💥

    Teeth yanked out 🦷 (chewing is overrated anyway)Scripps Online News interview 🎤 (where I may or may not have called 12-step meetings wild sex parties)Soup dumplings & CPAP machines 🍜 (peak 50-year-old Jewish man conversation)Deep thoughts on recovery & addiction 🤔 (do I know anything about either?)A full Patreon drop featuring my convo on The Adversity Advantage 🎙️

    Listen to it all on Patreon—or just grab it free on Doug’s podcast if you’re cheap. But honestly, support the fucking show, hear all the extra dopey shit, and get in on the madness.

    👉 [Patreon link] 👈

    Shipping is happening. Knicks better win. Stay strong, Dopey Nation.

    Fucking toodles for Chris. ✌️💔

  • 🔥 New Dopey! 🔥

    This week, we dive deep into one of the craziest Dopey stories yet with Jimmy, a next-level meth-addicted criminal mastermind turned sober success story. If you’ve ever wondered what true tweaker madness looks like, buckle up—this one’s a ride.

    👀 Here’s just some of the shit Jimmy did while completely spun out:

    Masterminded insane receipt scams to fund his habit 💰Pulled off full-on grand theft—boosting designer sunglasses, Levi’s, and even a bike in under 30 minutes at the mall 🚲Got a meth kingpin to take him under his wing—until the guy went on the run and got locked up for life 🔫Got so spun out his own parents got a restraining order against him for robbing them 😵‍💫Squatted in a trap house with his best friend, his pregnant girlfriend… and the girlfriend’s mom 🏚️Started hooking up with the mom while still living in the house, like a true tweaker love story gone wrong 😳Got arrested at least 30 times—with 9 warrants at the time of his final bust 🚔Had a bag of meth stuffed in his underwear during a police search… and miraculously got away with it 🫠

    💥 But here’s the twist: after 13 years of destruction, Jimmy somehow turned it all around. No program, no 12 steps—just sheer force of will, an insane work ethic, and an obsession with self-improvement. Now? He owns a house, makes good money, and has a whole new life.

    We talk meth, addiction, crime, prison, the power of discipline, and the weird guilt that comes with success after being such a disaster.

    🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!
    📝 Drop a comment—what’s the wildest part of Jimmy’s story?
    💀 Join the Dopey Nation on Patreon for bonus content, including my dad’s latest rants and the Doc McGhee episode!

    And of course…
    🖤 Fucking toodles for Chris.

  • 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

    Here is what AI said:

    🚨 NEW DOPEY EPISODE ALERT! 🚨

    This week, we’re joined by Jason Cabello from Recovery Unplugged, who takes us on a wild ride through his days of addiction, scumbag hustles, and eventual redemption.

    From running the ultimate supermarket receipt scam to drinking wine straight from the freezer section, Jason did whatever it took to stay high. Ripping off poor Lester with macadamia nuts and Ambesol? Check. Shooting crack broken down with balsamic vinegar? Yup. Home Depot boosting crew? Of course. Overdosing in Trenton and waking up to Narcan? Been there. And then—somehow—he found his way to Recovery Unplugged, where music and community helped him build a new life.

    📞 VOICEMAIL PREVIEW: This week, a Dopey listener calls in with a genius idea: bringing coke on a bridal trip. What could go wrong? Find out!

    💘 DOPEY LOVE DATE - 3/11! 💘
    Are you looking for junkie romance or just someone to split a sandwich with at Katz’s? The official Dopey Love Date is happening on March 11. Want in? Email [email protected] with “Dopey Love” in the subject line and let’s make some questionable connections happen.

  • Patreon Post: Tuesday Teaser – Wild Turkeys, Roadcaster Woes, and Dopey Love Updates

    🎙️ What’s up, Dopey Nation?! 🎙️

    This week’s Tuesday Teaser is a chaotic masterpiece full of classic Dopey vibes. You know how we do—ranting, reflecting, and always finding some way to make you laugh or cry (or both). Here's what’s in store for this teaser:

    🦃 Wild Turkeys: Did you know a gang of wild turkeys is called a rafter? No? Neither did I! But there’s a gang running wild in Islip, and they’re ready to take over the streets.

    🎛️ Roadcaster Rants: Shoutout to Karina Fleming and the Dopey Nation for upgrading the show’s gear back in the day, but WHY does this machine have soft power buttons and random sound pad triggers? (Seriously, WHY?)

    🕊️ Spiritual Recharging: Ever feel like your batteries are dead, but you still have to power through? Dave reflects on spirituality, asking the universe for help, and feeling like God might be... a scam? But hey, sometimes a quick prayer does the trick.

    💔 Dopey Love + DopeyCon Updates: Mark your calendars—Dopey Love is coming to Joe’s Pub on March 11th, featuring Margaret Cho and Dr. Nzinga Harrison. Tickets are on sale now at joespub.com. Come through!

    📧 Mailbag Shenanigans: Dave dives into emails with Artifact Doug and reflects on why songs that just repeat "Dopey" over and over might not be everyone’s favorite. Plus, is it time for Dopey Nation to submit some new music? (Hint: YES.)

    This teaser is a perfect blend of nostalgia, rants, weird trivia, and heartfelt moments. Want to hear the full unfiltered madness, including Doug’s take on helping struggling addicts, Dave’s Nutella confessions, and the Great DopeyCon IV recap?

    👉 Join Patreon today for ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and all the stickers, socks, and beanies your heart desires.
    www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

    Stay strong, Dopey Nation. And fucking toodles for Chris. 💔✨

  • 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

    🚨 NEW DOPEY EPISODE – FROM CUBA TO CRACK TO DAD’S 81st BIRTHDAY 🚨

    Alright, Dopey Nation, this one’s an absolute debacle from start to finish – you don’t wanna miss it.

    🎺 First up, Dave’s wild Cuba adventure:

    Trombone Shorty, George Clinton, AND Bill Murray ghosting him TWICE.No Wi-Fi, no recovery – just vibes and regrets.Full Cuba recap on Patreon – ya freeloaders.

    📞 Then, Wiley’s voicemail of PURE CHAOS:

    Pulled over mid-score ‘cause his buddy buckled up in front of a cop.Scammed TWICE by the same guy on a mission for H.Ends up smoking crack with a prostitute next to a dumpster. 🔥

    💀 And THEN… Rachel Siegel’s fentanyl odyssey:

    Boston to smoking Fentanyl in Tel Aviv, begging for "cat food money" 🐱💸.Surrounded by junkies with literal holes in their heads.Barely surviving a 24-hour cold turkey flight home.

    🎤 But wait, there’s more!

    Dave’s dad, Alan, calls in for his 81st birthday, drops some geriatric wisdom, and debates Elon Musk’s… questionable salute.Dopey Nation: SEND YOUR THOUGHTS! Email or voicemail your hot takes to [email protected]. What did you think of Rachel? What’s pissing you off? Let’s talk.Shoutout to FeedSpot – Dopey is officially the #1 addiction and recovery podcast! (Who cares if we don’t know what FeedSpot is? We’ll take it.)Ads? Yeah, they suck. But you can PAY $2 a week and stop complaining. Fast forward or cough it up, junkies.

    #DopeyPodcast #FentanylDiaries #DumpsterCrackTales #DontFuckingDie #StayStrongDopeyNation #ToodlesForChris

  • 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!

    Here is what AI said:

    🚨 New Dopey Patreon Teaser 🚨

    Back from Cuba 🇨🇺 and there's a lot to unpack. First off, RIP to Garth Hudson from The Band—a true legend who made everything sound sweeter. 🎹 It’s got me thinking about their music, addiction, and how it all fell apart.

    Meanwhile, Bob Forrest told me this wild story about George Clinton and Sly Stone smoking crack while their house was literally burning down. Naturally, I asked George about it in Cuba... and he said, “Nah, that wasn’t me.” 😂

    But the real highlight? The Cuba episode teaser. We had an insane time—music, madness, and some questionable decisions. You’ll hear all about it, including my awkward attempt to meet George Clinton and a run-in with a real-life chowder-making Cape Codder.

    Hit up the Patreon for the full scoop 👉 [Insert link]

    Stay strong, Dopey Nation. Toodles for Chris.

  • 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:

    Support the show and get exclusive ad-free episodes and bonus content:

  • 🎙️ New Patreon Teaser! 🎙️

    This week on Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction, David shares an unfiltered, rambling, and deeply personal Patreon teaser. Here’s what’s on the table:

    🔥 Dopey Wood Drama – The fires in LA may have postponed Dopey Wood, but plans for May are already brewing. Plus, David debates a surprise party vs. a dream trip for Linda’s 50th birthday—what’s the right move? 🎉✈️

    🌴 Cuba Bound – David gears up for his trip to Cuba with hopes of stalking (read: interviewing) the legendary George Clinton of Parliament Funkadelic. Is George Clinton one of the top five American bands? David passionately breaks it down while sharing wild Funkadelic stories. 🎶💨

    🪑 Heart Attack Doug – Doug steps in as a guest, bringing deep conversations about trust, friendship, and their hilarious Couch to 5K escapades. Plus, the duo dives into controversy over ads on the show, listener emails, and a sunrise that might just steal the episode. ☀️

    🎸 Bonus Music! – David performs an emotional (and slightly flawed) cover of “Good So Bad”—a nod to the first episode of Dopey he ever heard. 🎵🖤

    👉 This is raw, heartfelt, and everything you love about Dopey. Catch the full episode now on Patreon: [Insert Link]

    Stay strong, Dopey Nation. And as always...
    Fucking toodles for Chris. 🖤

  • 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!Show Notes for Dopey Podcast Episode

    🎙 Title: From Graffiti Legend to Addiction Survival: Jonas Gray’s Story

    Opening Highlights🔥 Dave kicks off the episode with a darkly humorous musical intro and a shoutout to the Dopey Nation.🌪️ Updates on the postponed Dopey Wood event due to California wildfires. Dave shares heartfelt support for those impacted by the fires.💌 Listener emails & voicemails:A raw reflection on the fentanyl crisis and Dopey’s ability to create a safe, relatable space.Uplifting news: overdose deaths declined 17% in 2023-2024 due to Narcan availability.A listener's horrifying cotton fever story paired with the triumph of three years of sobriety.Guest Feature: Jonas Gray (PVC)

    🎨 Background:

    Jonas, an iconic graffiti artist, shares his journey through graffiti culture, drug addiction, and recovery.From tagging walls in San Francisco to conquering trains in Europe, Jonas was revered in the graffiti world but fell deeply into addiction.

    💉 Addiction Descent:

    Initially using prescription painkillers recreationally, Jonas spiraled into heavy OxyContin and heroin use, eventually finding himself homeless in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood.A vivid recount of life in Kensington: a chaotic hub of addiction, violence, and community. Jonas describes a unique crew of shoplifting addicts bonded by loyalty and survival.

    ⚡ Turning Point:

    After years on the streets and a life-threatening health crisis, Jonas finally sought help.A phone call from his longtime friend Liddy, herself in recovery, inspired him to leave the streets and enter rehab.

    🎨 Recovery & Redemption:

    Graffiti played a pivotal role in Jonas’s recovery, giving him purpose and community.Today, he sells his art and connects with supporters through social media while staying committed to sobriety.Key Moments💊 Street Economics: Jonas breaks down the intricate trade of shoplifting, drug dealing, and survival in Kensington.🏚️ Life in a "Castle": Stories from living in an abandoned bookstore and forming deep bonds with his crew.🚨 Paranoia & Collapse: The psychological toll of addiction as police paranoia and constant arrests catch up with him.🌈 Hope Through Connection: The pivotal moment when his friend Liddy’s recovery showed him sobriety was possible.Sponsor ShoutoutsOro Recovery: Compassionate treatment with amenities like yoga, sound baths, and sweat lodges.Mountainside: Comprehensive care with a focus on aftercare and spiritual wellness.BetterHelp: Therapy made accessible with online options and specialized care.Listener Engagement✉️ Call to Action: Send in your cotton fever stories or any wild tales of addiction, recovery, or hope to [email protected].🙌 Shoutout to Patreon supporters for helping keep Dopey going.
  • "Shot in the Groin, High on Chaos: Ben’s Unbelievable Survival Story"

    🎙️ New Episode: Detours Through Chaos
    Ever 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

  • 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 11th
    A 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. 🧦

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    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!

  • 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!

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    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

  • note: Hamilton interview starts around 20 minutes in!


    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!

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    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 Morris
    Genius chemist, filmmaker, and explorer of the psychedelic unknown. Watch Hamilton’s Pharmacopoeia on Vice TV.

    Doug Bopst
    Author, podcaster, and fitness guru. Follow him at @DougBopst and check out The Adversity Advantage Podcast.

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    Dopey Nation Merch: Shop HereJoin Patreon: Support the ShowFollow Us: Keep up with Dopey on Instagram and Twitter.

    💥 Stay Strong, Dopey Nation, and… Toodles for Chris.

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  • 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:

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    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.

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