Dopey 394: Trauma! Quaaludes! Cocaine! Recovery! Michelle Esrick, Erin Khar and the new conscience of Fentanyl Jay!Dopey 394: Trauma! Quaaludes! Cocaine! Recovery! Michelle Esrick, Erin Khar and the new conscience of Fentanyl Jay!
Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
This week on Dopey! We are joined by Documentary Filmmaker Michelle Esrick! We discuss her films about Darrell Hammond and Wavy Gravy and take a deep dive into her addiction and recovery! PLUS Strung Out author, Erin Khar! Dopey emails! Dopey Voicema...
2:19:23•14 Jan 2023
Dopey 394: From Trauma to Triumph with Michelle Esrick, Erin Khar, and Fentanyl Jay
“Connection is the opposite of trauma.”
Ever wondered how people turn their darkest moments into stories of hope? In this episode of Dopey, Dave and Chris welcome documentary filmmaker Michelle Esrick and author Erin Khar for an eye-opening conversation. Michelle shares her experiences with addiction and recovery, shedding light on her films about Darrell Hammond and Wavy Gravy. Erin Khar, known for her candid memoir 'Strung Out', joins in to discuss her own battles with addiction and the road to healing.
Adding another layer to the discussion, Fentanyl Jay talks about guilt and self-centeredness in the context of addiction. The episode dives into the dangers of fentanyl, the impact of trauma, and the importance of mindfulness and self-compassion. With a mix of humor and heartfelt moments, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating their own recovery journey or supporting someone who is.
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