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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

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!   Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Dopey West Tix: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1484803 FROM AI:

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

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:

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 understandi

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 littl

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

This week on Dopey! It's Sober October Forever in November with Fentanyl Jay! Jay comes back to tell us how he wanted October to be - then he tells us about some of the latest horrible things he has gotten himself into; DUI, winning at gambling, spending money and getting hit by a car! Which is why it was meant to be Sober October Forever! Then Thuann comes back to talk about his new meditation program and how a step back can actually be a step forward! All that plus a new horrible shitting voicemail, emails and much more on a classic new episode of the good old Dopey Show! What AI says: keywordsDopey Podcast, addiction recovery, listener stories, mental health, community support, sober October, personal updates, health concerns, humor in recovery, drug addiction, casino, addiction, consequences, thrill, sober October, gambling, lifestyle, help, DUI, personal stories, addiction, recovery, sober October, clean team, personal growth, self-love, cultural identity, support systems, gym, California sober, recovery

This week on the teaser we have STASH author - Laura Cathcart Robbins! Laura has a very unique story - all about pills, divorce and raising children in the throws of addiction! PLUS emails and getting ready for our January event! 1/1/25 - DOPEYWOOD! Join Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Here is what AI says: keywordsDopey, addiction, recovery, Laura Cathcart Robbins, Ambien, harm reduction, DopeyCon, quit lit, black women in recovery, cultural narratives summaryIn this episode of Dopey, host David Manheim discusses various themes surrounding addiction and recovery, including reflections on listener feedback from DopeyCon, the importance of harm reduction, and a deep dive into the experiences of Laura Cathcart Robbins, an author and advocate for black women in recovery. The conversation explores the cultural narratives of addiction, the impact of medications like Ambien, and the need for diverse voices in the recovery community. takeaways Dopey has evolved significantly since its inception, r

THIS WEEK ON DOPEY! Truanon's Brace Belden is BACK! Brace is never not a pleasure on the show, and this week was no exception. We hear all about his experience at the Trump Rally, his election predictions and of course dive into his myriad of problems. Starting where we always start at: SLEEP. Brace is such a great guest because he is never afraid to be honest. Hear all about SEXOMNIA and how Brace copes with this affliction. PLUS 2 Dopey British Voicemails - one from Spiritualized - Greg Coulson! PLUS emails - notes - anniversaries and more! On a brand new episode of that good old DOPEY SHOW!   keywords: addiction, recovery, community, sobriety, therapy, personal stories, drugs, politics, music, art, addiction, pain management, sleep disorders, sexomnia, DopeyCon, recovery, opioids, mental health, personal stories, community, music, podcasting, personal loss, memory, politics, Trump, Kamala, predictions, social commentary summaryThis conversation delves into the complexities of addiction and recovery, explor

I love Jay Blakesberg! I had the pleasure of meeting him 3 years ago at the Park City Song Summit and the joy of becoming friendly with him! He is an inspiration, a rogue and a super talented and cool dude who has taken pictures of people like Neil Young, Jerry Garcia, Keith Richards, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Sinead OConnor, Prince and a million other people!  If you want to hear the whole thing please sign up at: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast  What AI says: keywordsDopey Podcast, Jay Blakesburg, photography, Grateful Dead, addiction, recovery, music, psychedelics, community, storytelling summaryIn this episode of the Dopey Podcast, host David Manheim introduces rock and roll photographer Jay Blakesburg, known for his iconic images of the Grateful Dead and other legendary bands. The conversation explores Jay's journey from a young aspiring photographer to a prominent figure in the music scene, touching on themes of addiction, recovery, and the vibrant community surrounding the Dopey Podcast. Jay shares pe

This Week on Dopey! We are joined by South African Drug Addict and hard core Instagram/TikTok phenom - Toni Becker! Toni is not just any influencer - she brings the Dopey! Toni gets super deep and honest with us - all about the beginning of her addiction and how it all happened with her discovery of Chat Roulette - An Online Chat site that had no limits! Then her forray into CAT ans meth and how it all ended up living in a parking lot in the South African Wilderness!   PLUS RIP PHIL LESH! Emails, voicemails and more! On this brand new international edition of that good old  DOPEY show!   notes social media addiction steroid psychosis ocd, body dysmorphia ephedrine trying to run over her friends while drunk cousins death meth and chatroulette bath salts (methcathinone) childhood abuse stealing money from her mom swinging boyfriend doses her with lsd south african trap houses ED treatment fathers illness     eywordsaddiction, recovery, drugs, support, community, music, personal stories, social media, kratom, a

This week on the teaser Ray is back - PLUS we are doing a special event in Los Angeles on January 11th sponsored by ORO Recovery!  https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast   keywords: Dopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, musicians, spirituality, community, events, media, public speaking, listener engagement summaryIn this episode of the Dopey Podcast, host David Manheim discusses various themes including reflections on the loss of musicians, personal struggles with recovery and spirituality, listener engagement through emails, upcoming events, and experiences with media and public speaking. The conversation highlights the importance of community in recovery and the impact of shared stories. takeaways The Dopey Podcast continues to engage listeners through Patreon. Reflections on the loss of musicians evoke deep emotions. Personal struggles with recovery are common and relatable. Listener emails provide insight into the community's experiences. Upcoming events foster a sense of connection among listeners. Public sp

This week on Dopey! Rejoice because top 5 Dopey Guest and Harmonica player Jason Ricci is back on Dopey! This time Jason takes us out of the occult and into his spiritual solution! Jason takes us through his last 5 years and some of the pitfalls in extended recovery! PLUS acoustic blues and serious dopey voicemails and emails!  What AI says: keywordsDopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, community, mental health, Jason Ricci, drug stories, harm reduction, sobriety, support, happiness, self-discovery, addiction recovery, spirituality, forgiveness, personal experience, suffering, purification, excellence, relationships, intrigue, sobriety, recovery, bipolar disorder, creativity, mental health, personal growth, music, self-discovery, medication management summaryIn this episode of the Dopey Podcast, host David Manheim discusses various themes surrounding addiction, recovery, and community support. The conversation highlights the importance of connection and compassion in recovery, the impact of loss and death on th

This week on the Patreon teaser we bring out the big guns! Steve Stevens! The guitar genius that brought you all of the Billy Idol Classics! He talks old New York, coming up in the 70's and 80's, his drug experience and his recovery! So much good shit here! For the full interview: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast What AI SAYS: keywordsDopey, addiction, music, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol, Rebel Yell, drugs, fame, personal stories, recovery summaryIn this episode of Dopey, host David Manheim shares personal updates and introduces guest Steve Stevens, the iconic guitarist known for his work with Billy Idol. The conversation delves into the impact of addiction on the music industry, the creative process behind classic hits like 'Rebel Yell', and the challenges of navigating fame. Stevens reflects on his experiences with drugs in the music scene and the importance of maintaining personal connections amidst the chaos of celebrity life. The episode concludes with Manheim expressing gratitude for his recovery and

This week on Dopey! Dave recovers from surgery on drugs! Then is joined by Breath Work and Yoga Coach Dan DeLuis! Dan  and Dave do breath work then shares his ultimately incredibly inspiring addiction and recovery story! Dan's sordid Canadian path, his traumatic injury and his road to sobriety through yoga nad breath work! Plus Dave's horrible recovery, a new classic Dopey email and mourning the death of Dopey Cunuck/Ashes to Awesome Podcast, Chris Horder. Plus a lot more on this brand new episode of that good old Dopey Podcast.  https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast What AI says: keywordsaddiction, recovery, Dopey podcast, breathwork, community, relapse, personal stories, healing, mental health, support, childhood trauma, addiction, recovery, yoga, breathwork, generational trauma, mental health, biker lifestyle, opiate addiction, personal growth, detox, self-discovery, ashram, breathwork, sobriety, ayahuasca, healing, yoga, addiction recovery, mental health, Ayahuasca, anxiety, Wim Hof, breathwork, recovery,

Dave does percocet! Post DopeyCon Review! Plus Dopey voicemails, poetry and more! Sign up for the full new episode with Handsome Evan only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast   Here is what AI says: keywordsDopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, surgery, pain management, television shows, listener stories, DopeyCon, community, fentanyl summaryIn this episode of the Dopey Podcast, David Manheim shares his experiences following hernia surgery, including his struggles with pain management and the effects of Percocet. He reflects on the highs and lows of his recovery, discusses his favorite television shows, and engages with listener contributions, including poetry and personal stories. The conversation also covers the recent DopeyCon event, highlighting its successes and community engagement. takeaways David shares his experience with post-surgery pain management. He reflects on the similarities between withdrawal and phantom withdrawal. Percocet provided a sense of euphoria during recovery. Mad Men is

This week on Dopey! On this very special 500th episode of Dopey we celebrate at DopeyCon 500! A Dopey Fan Convention and our 500th episode LIVE!!!!! It featured Jason Biggs and Hank Azaria playing me and Chris! John Joseph telling his truthful trauma! Kimber King and Brace Beldon! Abbey Fickley, Rachel Elizabeth Nicole, Brittany Jade, Handsome Evan, Lenny from the beach and Billy Jenson play the Stash Word! Novak gets honored - Again! Skinny Vinny tells his prison pocket story, Jeremy Turner tells the secret of Whitey Tighties, Bobby Dukes on a Crack house in Philly, Zack on Depression in recovery, Carl on getting sober and dealing with controversy in front of the World, Erin Khar runs Ask Erin, Ray Brown Sings! The Live Dopey debut of John Bukaty painting and talking recovery - and the smokey tones of Jake from West Virginia! It's all here! And more! Plus my dad and Linda making everyone cry and I tell the follow up to stealing a car in Bayport Long Island PLUS Fentanyl Jay and much much on this super long a

This week on the Patreon teaser! Fentanyl Jay is back to talk about why he is on the path to attempt 'Sober October Forever'! We hear some of his latest bender stories and more! Plus Dopey Con 500 and I'm sick at home!   https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast for Patreon!   What AI Thinks:   keywords Dopey, addiction, recovery, community, sobriety, DopeyCon, Fentanyl J, Sober October, financial motivation, dreams summaryIn this episode of Dopey, host David Manheim reflects on the recent DopeyCon 500, sharing highlights and personal experiences. He discusses the importance of community in recovery, the challenges of sobriety, and the financial implications of addiction. The conversation also touches on the theme of pursuing dreams and the emotional journey of recovery, culminating in a heartfelt musical tribute. takeaways DopeyCon 500 was a magical experience for attendees. The importance of community in recovery cannot be overstated. Pursuing dreams is a vital part of recovery. Sobriety can lead to financial sa

This week on Dopey! Lenny V. is Back! After 2 other super Dopey appearances - we get to the conclusion of Lenny's story with the cops. Lenny tells us all about all of the details of his arrest, and what kind of time he is facing. We also go down memory lane on how it all happened and what he is doing now to stay sane. PLUS! Gnarly Voicemails! Emails! Anniversaries! And more on the 499th episode of that good old Dopey show!   notes - selling to the undercover - addiction after arrest - collaborating with the cops - precipitated withdrawal   - relationship with his kid   - consequences - optimism about his situation - suboxone and weed - justifying drug use "it's just a plant" lol - gambling - preparing for prison