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I'm Quitting Alcohol
I'm Quitting Alcohol, is a 5 minute daily podcast by comedian David Boyle. Join Boyle as he transitions from Alcoholic maniac to sober lunatic and attempts to process the past 20 years of booze soaked mayhem. To listen from DAY 1 head to SPOTIFY....
6:14•1 Oct 2022
David Boyle's Heartfelt Goodbye to His Childhood Home
“Nanna's place was like a constant. It was always there and it was always fucking sweet. There were no bad memories in that place, just good fucking memories, and I suppose it's good to keep it that way.”
Imagine walking through the door of your childhood home, only to find strangers living there. In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle takes us on an emotional ride as he comes to terms with the sale of his nanna's house in Henderson, New Zealand. The news hits him like a ton of bricks, sparking a flood of memories and a whirlwind of emotions.
Boyle questions whether revisiting the now empty house will tarnish his cherished memories or help him find closure. His reflections are raw and honest, revealing the deep connection he had with this place that always felt like home. Boyle doesn't shy away from sharing the more intense moments, like breaking into his old house after it was sold and left in disarray. Walking through the lifeless rooms, he grapples with the reality of change and the permanence of loss.
Yet, amidst the sorrow, Boyle finds a way to remind us of the importance of holding onto our memories and the places that shape us. This episode isn't just about saying goodbye to a physical space; it's about understanding the essence of home and how it lives on in our hearts. Whether you're dealing with similar feelings of loss or simply enjoy heartfelt storytelling, Boyle's journey offers a touching and relatable experience.
Tune in for a mix of humor, nostalgia, and genuine emotion as Boyle navigates this poignant chapter of his life.

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