Lockdown Blues and Conspiracy Theories: David Boyle's Sober Reflections
It was the same in. It was just the people in the cities that were fucked, the proles, the poor people. No one gave a fuck about them. They were still fucking in bushes, getting fingered in alleyways- the same old shit. Just be a prole. If there's hope, it must lie in the proles. You just need to realize you are a fucking prole.
Ever wondered how lockdowns mess with your head? Comedian David Boyle knows a thing or two about that. In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', titled '1 Year 85 days - Proles', Boyle takes a candid look at how the pandemic has shifted his interests and mental state. Once a sports and gambling enthusiast, Boyle now finds it hard to get excited about the games he used to love.
Instead, he reflects on how these activities were intertwined with his drinking habits, and how sobriety has changed his perspective. But it’s not just sports that have lost their charm. Boyle dives into the mental toll of lockdowns, predicting that the isolation will drive people to seek answers online, fueling the rise of conspiracy theories. He shares his own experience of falling down internet rabbit holes and the dangers of being cooped up with nothing but a screen for company.
Adding to the mix, Boyle voices his concerns about new facial recognition technology being used for social distancing in workplaces. It’s a thought-provoking take on how our world is changing in ways we never imagined. With his trademark humor and unfiltered honesty, Boyle offers a relatable yet eye-opening look at life in lockdown, all while navigating his path to sobriety.
If you’re curious about how someone copes with such drastic changes without turning back to alcohol, this episode is a must-listen.