David Boyle
David Boyle
6 Years 53 days - Silver Medal
6 Years 53 days - Silver Medal
6 Years 53 days - Silver Medal
Saturday 5th July 2025
David Boyle shares humorous tales of fatherhood and resilience as he navigates sickness and his son's jiu-jitsu tournament.
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8 minutes
Humorous
Relatable
Encouraging
Honest
Engaging
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Episode Overview
- Encourage children to push through challenges.
- Use personal experiences as motivational examples.
- Find humour in everyday parenting struggles.
- Support children in competitive environments.
- Balance family responsibilities with personal health.
Sometimes you got to do things because that's just what you have to do.
David Boyle, the comedian behind the daily podcast 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', takes listeners on a rollercoaster ride through his life and his son's jiu-jitsu tournament in this episode. Boyle, battling a nasty cold, recounts the day with humour and honesty, sharing the ups and downs of parenting while sick. As his son gears up for the tournament, Boyle's tough-love approach shines through as he encourages his son to push through illness and compete.
With anecdotes that mix laughter and real-life struggles, Boyle's storytelling is as relatable as it is entertaining. Boyle paints a vivid picture of his son's journey to winning a silver medal. Despite feeling under the weather, his son perseveres, thanks to Boyle's fatherly advice and motivational pep talks. Boyle's humorous reflections on fatherhood and his own experiences of pushing through life's challenges make for an engaging listen.
The episode is filled with light-hearted moments, like Boyle's patented 'Le Boyle laugh', which he can't quite muster due to his illness. Yet, amidst the humour, there's a genuine message about resilience and the importance of showing up, even when things get tough. Boyle's ability to weave humour into everyday challenges makes this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking a blend of laughter and life lessons.
You'll find yourself nodding along to Boyle's anecdotes, perhaps recognising your own experiences in his tales. So, if you're looking for a quick burst of humour mixed with relatable parenting wisdom, this episode is worth your time.