David Boyle
David Boyle
4 Years 264 days - Ask Boyle
4 Years 264 days - Ask Boyle
4 Years 264 days - Ask Boyle
Monday 5th February 2024
David Boyle juggles work, comedy, and sobriety in this candid episode. Hear his struggles, triumphs, and hilarious anecdotes.
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15 minutes
Honest
Humorous
Informative
Encouraging
Reflective
About this podcast
Author:
David Boyle
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Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- David Boyle shares his busy week filled with tasks and reflections.
- He discusses the tension between pursuing comedy and needing to work.
- Boyle answers a listener question about his closest moments to relapsing.
- He emphasises the importance of letting go of 'drunk fun' for sobriety.
- Boyle highlights the need for self-motivation in creative careers.
The problem is when you have a career in comedy, you have to work your fucking ass off all the time.
David Boyle's daily podcast, 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', offers a raw and humorous look at sobriety. In this episode, Boyle dives into the ups and downs of his life, juggling work, comedy, and the constant struggle to stay sober. He shares his busy week filled with tasks like booking a truck licence and planning his comedy shows, all while reflecting on his 10-year marriage anniversary.
Boyle's candid storytelling reveals the tension between pursuing a creative career and the harsh reality of needing to work a 'real job'. He also tackles a listener question from Tommy Doddy, who asks about Boyle's closest moments to relapsing. Boyle's response is brutally honest: he admits to countless failures before finally committing to sobriety. He stresses the importance of letting go of the idea of 'drunk fun' and finding new ways to enjoy life.
Boyle's mix of humour and sincerity makes this episode both entertaining and thought-provoking. Whether you're on your own journey to sobriety or just need a good laugh, this episode is worth a listen.