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  • Dopey 459: DOPEY TUESDAY: Jakob Nowell! Trauma! Meth! Booze! Sublime! Jakobs Castle! Recovery!

Dopey 459: DOPEY TUESDAY: Jakob Nowell! Trauma! Meth! Booze! Sublime! Jakobs Castle! Recovery!

Tuesday 12th March 2024

Jakob Nowell discusses addiction, recovery, and continuing his father's legacy with Sublime in this heartfelt episode of Dopey.
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83 minutes
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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
Sobriety Toolkit
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Jakob Nowell: A Tale of Trauma, Music, and Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Jakob Nowell shares his experiences growing up in a drug-fueled environment
  • The impact of Bradley Nowell's tragic death on Jakob's life and musical journey
  • Jakob's battle with addiction, his recovery journey, and the role of music in his life
  • Creating Jakob's Castle and embracing Sublime's musical legacy
  • Navigating the complexities of carrying forward a heritage shaped by pain and promise
I feel like an alien outsider into this stuff. I just want to honor the traditions of my people. And then when I squirt out some kids someday, it'll be their fucking problem. It's a thing.
What happens when you're born into rock royalty but face the shadows of addiction and loss? In this episode of Dopey, Dave and Chris sit down with Jakob Nowell, the son of Bradley Nowell, the legendary frontman of Sublime. Jakob opens up about his tumultuous journey, growing up in a world marked by his father's fame and untimely death at just 28.
Now 28 himself, Jakob candidly shares his own battles with addiction, his path to recovery, and the weight of stepping into his father's shoes as the new lead singer of Sublime. He also talks about his own musical project, Jakob's Castle, and how music has been both a refuge and a calling. This episode is a raw and heartfelt conversation that delves into the complexities of carrying forward a legacy while forging your own path.
Whether you're a fan of Sublime or interested in stories of resilience and recovery, Jakob's story offers a poignant blend of pain, promise, and perseverance.
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