David Boyle
David Boyle
6 Years 152 days - Trade Offs
6 Years 152 days - Trade Offs
6 Years 152 days - Trade Offs
Tuesday 14th October 2025
Join David Boyle as he battles exhaustion, house hunts in Boston, and shares trade-offs in sobriety with humour and honesty.
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8 minutes
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David Boyle
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Finding the perfect home often involves making trade-offs.
- Exhaustion can be managed with humour and determination.
- Everyday decisions require balancing various aspects of life.
- Social security processes can be confusing and frustrating.
- Maintaining sobriety involves dealing with unexpected challenges.
There is no perfect place in Boston. No matter where you go, you have to make a trade-off of some sort.
What happens when a comedian swaps booze for sobriety and finds himself house hunting in a rainy Boston? In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', David Boyle takes listeners on a journey through the soaked streets of Boston, battling jet lag and exhaustion while navigating the complexities of finding a home. With his signature humour, Boyle shares the trials of seeking the perfect place, where trade-offs seem to be the order of the day.
From a lack of air conditioning to lead certificates, every potential home comes with its own set of challenges. Boyle's candid recounting of his day, from attending an Indian baby shower to dealing with social security number woes, adds a relatable layer to his quest for stability in sobriety. His reflection on what sacrifices are worth making—whether it's a shorter commute or better schools—offers a glimpse into the decisions many face in everyday life.
As he juggles these challenges, Boyle’s resilience shines through, reminding us all that sometimes, life is about finding balance amidst chaos. So, are you ready to laugh and ponder what you're willing to trade off in your own life?