Dopey Podcast is the world’s greatest podcast on drugs, addiction and dumb shit. Chris and I were two IV heroin addicts who loved to talk about all the coke we smoked, snorted and shot, all the pills we ate, smoked, all the weed we smoked and ate, all the booze we consumed and all the consequences we suffered. After making the show for 2 and a half years, Chris tragically relapsed and died from a fentanyl overdose. Dopey continued on, at first to mourn the horrible loss of Chris, but then to continue our mission - which was at its core, to keep addicts and alcoholics company. Whether to laugh at our time in rehab, or cry at the worst missteps we made, Dopey tells the truth about drugs, addiction and recovery. We continually mine the universe for stories rife with debauchery and highlight serious drug taking and alcoholism. We also examine different paths toward addiction recovery. We shine a light on harm reduction and medication assisted treatment. We talk with celebrities and nobodies and stockpile stories to be the greatest one stop shop podcast on all things drugs, addiction, recovery and comedy pathfinding the route to the heart of the opioid epidemic.
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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 dopeypodcast@gmail.com 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).
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Toodles for Chris. Stay Strong, Dopey Nation.
- 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 unpredictable nature of addiction.
- William Cope Moyers emphasizes the importance of understanding one's background in relation to addiction.
- Gratitude is a crucial aspect of recovery and personal growth.
- The podcast serves as a platform for sharing experiences and learning from one another.
- Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their family background or status.
- The conversation around addiction is ongoing and requires compassion and understanding. Family support played a crucial role in my recovery.
- Early experimentation with substances can lead to addiction.
- Marijuana was a gateway drug for me.
- The pressure to meet expectations can fuel addiction.
- Addiction can occur even in seemingly perfect circumstances.
- Public advocacy is essential for understanding addiction.
- Many people share similar addiction stories.
- The descent into harder drugs can happen quickly.
- Long-term recovery requires ongoing effort and support.
- Recovery narratives are complex and multifaceted. Recovery is not just about sobriety; it's a broader journey.
- The emotional impact of substance use can be profound and complex.
- Nitrous oxide can evoke deep emotional responses tied to recovery.
- Oxycodone presents a unique challenge for those in recovery.
- Pain relief can be seductive and dangerous for recovering addicts.
- The opioid epidemic creates a perfect storm for addiction relapse.
- Living with a dual reality can complicate the recovery process.
- Medication-assisted treatment can be a vital part of recovery.
- Stigma around medication in recovery can hinder progress.
- Helping others can reinforce one's own recovery journey.
- Exploring the Dopey Podcast's Mission
- The Emotional Power of Music in Recovery
- Navigating Social Media Addiction
- Celebrating Listener Stories and Community
- A Wild Kabul Adventure: Dawn's Diary
- Insights from William Cope Moyers on Recovery
- The Influence of Family Background on Addiction
- The Impact of Family on Addiction Recovery
- Navigating Early Substance Use Experiences
- Understanding the Gateway Drug Phenomenon
- The Weight of Expectations in Addiction
- The Illusion of a Perfect Life and Addiction
- "You feel like no one else"
- "Their method, through compassion and connection"
- "I love the Dopey Nation"
- "Pay attention, Dopey Nation"
- "I was apoplectic"
- "I need help"
- "Gratitude is possibly the most important"
- "Recovery is not about what you give up"
- "I have a hole in my soul"
- "I found an answer to this hole in the soul."
- "I was on my knees, man. I was on my knees."
- "I think it's a derogatory term."
- "I was not using, but I was not recovering."
- "I was trying to control the woman that I love."
- "I was the poster child, if you will."
- "That's the hardest thing in the world."
- "I cried. I burst into tears."
- "It scared the shit out of me."
- "Pain pills are the Trojan horse of addiction."
- "There is more to my recovery than sobriety."
- "I don't like myself as I'm pursuing oblivion."
- "I was living the next chapter of my life."
- "I get help when I help others."
- "Why would we not take a medicine that works?"
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