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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction

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  • Dopey 413: Steve Earle on Dopey! The Trauma of losing his Son to Fentanyl Overdose and Death, LSD, Heroin, Music, Jail, Recovery

Dopey 413: Steve Earle on Dopey! The Trauma of losing his Son to Fentanyl Overdose and Death, LSD, Heroin, Music, Jail, Recovery

Friday 26th May 2023

Join Steve Earle on Dopey as he discusses his rock 'n' roll life, addiction struggles, and the pain of losing his son to a fentanyl overdose.
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122 minutes
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Heart-wrenching
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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
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Dave and Chris
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Steve Earle: From Rock 'n' Roll to Heartbreak and Healing

Episode Overview

  • Steve Earle shares his journey through rock 'n' roll, drugs, and addiction
  • The episode delves into the trauma of losing Steve's son to a fentanyl overdose and his continued sobriety amidst the pain
  • A poignant and raw conversation about the impact of addiction and the strength needed for recovery
  • The episode blends humorous banter with heart-wrenching narratives, providing a testament to the human spirit
  • A reminder of the lasting impact of addiction and the resilience required for navigating recovery
Recovery is temporary
What happens when a rock legend faces the darkest corners of addiction and loss? In this gripping episode of Dopey, Grammy Award-winning artist Steve Earle joins hosts Dave and Chris to share his extraordinary journey. Steve opens up about his early days in the rock 'n' roll scene, where he first encountered drugs and addiction. He takes listeners through his battles with heroin and LSD, recounting the highs and devastating lows of his substance use.
But the story doesn't end there. Many years into his recovery, Steve faced the unimaginable heartbreak of losing his talented son, Justin Townes Earle, to a fentanyl overdose. Through raw and honest storytelling, Steve reveals how he has managed to stay sober while carrying such immense pain. The conversation is a poignant mix of humor and heartbreak, shedding light on the resilience required to navigate recovery amidst profound loss.
With a blend of light-hearted banter and deeply emotional narratives, this episode highlights the power of storytelling and the human spirit.
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