David Boyle
David Boyle
6 Years 27 days - Ask Boyle
6 Years 27 days - Ask Boyle
6 Years 27 days - Ask Boyle
Monday 9th June 2025
David Boyle tackles traffic woes and reader queries, sharing how quitting alcohol has transformed his reading habits.
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Quitting alcohol can lead to newfound joys like reading.
- Pairing fiction with non-fiction enhances understanding of complex ideas.
- Reading about history provides context for current events.
- Kindle can significantly improve reading speed and convenience.
- Traffic jams can inspire reflections on urban development.
Reading now is probably the only thing I get pure joy from. It's replaced everything.
David Boyle, the comedian behind the podcast 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', shares his journey from chaotic booze-fuelled antics to sober living. In this episode, Boyle finds himself stuck in traffic on a road trip, leading to a humorous yet contemplative reflection on urban development and future transportation woes. As the traffic clears, Boyle shifts gears to tackle questions from his listeners in 'Ask Boyle'. This time, Bjorn from Belgium wonders how Boyle's reading habits have evolved since he quit drinking.
Boyle candidly reveals that reading has become his go-to pleasure, surpassing all previous vices. He dives into how his reading preferences have expanded from fiction to include topics like economics, history, and politics, all sparked by a deep dive into Bitcoin. Boyle discusses pairing non-fiction with fiction to better understand complex ideas and how this new approach gives him insight into historical events that resonate with current global issues.
With a mix of humour and honesty, Boyle talks about the impact of Kindle on his reading speed and enjoyment. He concludes with a light-hearted nod to his daydreaming tendencies, making this episode both entertaining and insightful. Tune in for Boyle's unique take on sobriety, books, and life’s quirky moments.