Dopey 446: Maia Szalavitz is the World’s Greatest Addict Champion!(and she sold Jerry Garcia Cocaine!) PLUS Chem Sex! Dank Bud! Harm Reduction! Kratom! Xylazine! Portugal!Recovery!

Dopey 446: Maia Szalavitz is the World’s Greatest Addict Champion!(and she sold Jerry Garcia Cocaine!) PLUS Chem Sex! Dank Bud! Harm Reduction! Kratom! Xylazine! Portugal!Recovery!

Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction

This Week on Dopey! In a super deluxe, extra large and comprehensive Dopey New Years Episode we cover a lot of ground! Starting with NY TIMES contributor, author and world renowned Harm Reductionist Maia Szalavitz makes a state of the Dopey Nation ad...

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Maia Szalavitz: From Harm Reduction to Rock 'n' Roll Tales on Dopey

Episode Overview

  • Dopey is a platform for recovery, shared experiences, and support
  • The tragic loss of Chris in 2018 brought a new dimension to the podcast
  • The special New Year's episode offers a comprehensive view of addiction, harm reduction, and recovery
  • Dopey provides a safe space for anyone struggling with substance abuse
  • It's a lifeline for those seeking support and connection on their path to recovery
For our fallen brothers Todd and Chris. If life seems like a curse with the hearse in reverse, put a smile on your face at last. Pay attention, Dopey Nation, it's time for the Dopey Podcast.

Imagine mixing harm reduction insights with tales of selling cocaine to Jerry Garcia. This episode of Dopey is a rollercoaster of information and entertainment. Hosts Dave and Chris welcome Maia Szalavitz, a New York Times contributor and renowned harm reduction advocate, who dives into the complexities of addiction and recovery. She shares her thoughts on safe injection sites, Kratom, and the legalization of weed, all with her signature blend of expertise and wit. But that's not all.

The episode also features artist John Bukaty discussing his journey to kick a sugar habit and Jake from West Virginia finally calling in after years of listening. To top it off, there's a brand new song from Steve Poltz, making this episode a true New Year's extravaganza. With guest appearances from Margaret Cho, Ashley Hamilton, Ethan Suplee, and more, this episode offers a mix of humor, heartfelt stories, and practical advice.

Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about the subject, this episode promises to be both enlightening and entertaining.

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