Dave and Chris

Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction

Dave and Chris

  • Dopey 337: Happy Dopey New Years aka The Sam Show! aka Sam’s Last Show, Crack, Booze, Relapse, Recovery

Dopey 337: Happy Dopey New Years aka The Sam Show! aka Sam’s Last Show, Crack, Booze, Relapse, Recovery

Saturday 1st January 2022

Join Dave and Chris on Dopey as they bid farewell to producer Sam and discuss addiction, relapse, and recovery. A touching and insightful episode.
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129 minutes
Informative
Engaging
Raw
Honest
Empowering

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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
Author:
Dave and Chris
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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A Bittersweet Farewell: Sam's Last Show on Dopey

It's been great fun, extremely satisfying, and has been a huge component of my recovery. But I'm also really excited about the future.
Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when it's to someone who has been a cornerstone of your journey. In this heartfelt episode of Dopey, Dave and Chris bid an emotional farewell to their producer, Sam, who announces he's taking an extended break from the show. Sam shares what working on Dopey has meant to him personally and how it has influenced his recovery journey.
His reflections are both touching and insightful, offering a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes impact of the podcast. As they reminisce about Sam's contributions, you'll hear some of his most memorable moments on the show, making it a walk down memory lane for long-time listeners. But it’s not all tears; there are moments of laughter too, including stories about Dave dealing with Covid and a broken foot, and his excitement about appearing on a major podcast.
The core of this episode, however, remains a candid discussion on addiction, relapse, and the ongoing battle for sobriety. Dave and Chris open up about their own struggles and triumphs, emphasizing the importance of mental and physical health, community support, and the role of the podcast in their recovery. This episode is a testament to the power of honesty and vulnerability in healing, leaving listeners with a deeper appreciation for the complexities of addiction and recovery.
Tune in to celebrate Sam's journey and the indelible mark he leaves on Dopey.