5 Years 265 days - Wild West

5 Years 265 days - Wild West

I'm Quitting Alcohol

Perth is the Wild West.

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8:281 Feb 2025

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A Wild Night in Perth: Comedy, Chaos, and Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • David Boyle's chaotic gig at Universal Bar
  • Admiration for Aiden Jones's unique show
  • Encounters with drugs in Perth's nightlife
  • Reflection on sobriety amidst chaos
  • Finding a bloody syringe in a park
Perth is just awash with drugs. It's fucking in your face, it's out there, it's open.

In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle takes us on a wild ride through his Saturday night in Perth. Boyle kicks things off with a gig at the Universal Bar, a venue he describes as one of the trashiest places he's ever seen. The crowd was, unsurprisingly, hammered, and Boyle found himself fighting with the audience for most of his set. The chaos of the night didn't end there.

After his gig, he attended a show by fellow comedian Aiden Jones, who impressed Boyle with a performance that combined classical piano and comedy. Boyle's admiration for Jones's hard work and talent shines through as he recounts the experience. But the night was far from over. Boyle's encounters with drugs and the wild nightlife of Perth continued, highlighting the city's rampant drug problem.

From being offered MDMA by another comedian to sharing a bump with a stranger in a toilet, Boyle's night was filled with unexpected twists. He even stumbled upon a bloody syringe in a park while walking with a friend. Boyle's candid and humorous storytelling makes for an entertaining listen, as he navigates the highs and lows of a sober life in a city that never sleeps.

This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, from laughter to reflection, and offers a raw glimpse into Boyle's world. Don't miss out on this wild adventure – it's one you won't forget.

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