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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction

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  • Dopey 466: Jesse & Cassidy; The Most Unlikely Dopey Love Story or Selling Your Ass for Oxys! Trans Love, Gang Life, Heroin, Crips, Trauma, Sex Work, Porn, Cocaine, Recovery

Dopey 466: Jesse & Cassidy; The Most Unlikely Dopey Love Story or Selling Your Ass for Oxys! Trans Love, Gang Life, Heroin, Crips, Trauma, Sex Work, Porn, Cocaine, Recovery

Friday 5th April 2024

Dive into Jesse's wild journey from gang life and addiction to love and recovery on this episode of Dopey Podcast.
Explicit
170 minutes
Raw
Inspiring
Hopeful
Transformative
Resilient

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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
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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From Gang Life to Love: Jesse's Wild Ride on Dopey Podcast

Episode Overview

  • Jesse's harrowing experiences with addiction, violence, and gang life
  • The role of love and self-discovery in Jesse's journey to recovery
  • Challenges and triumphs in Jesse's pursuit of a better life
  • Reflections on family dynamics and resilience amidst adversity
  • The transformative power of honesty, self-acceptance, and support
Some people like, well, you didn't do it for yourself so you're not gonna last. I'm telling you now, I couldn't do it for myself. If they said right now it's for myself, I'd leave you guys to go get high. I'm doing this for her.
What happens when a former gang member, drug dealer, and adult film star takes the mic? You get an unforgettable episode of Dopey Podcast featuring Jesse Shwenker. Jesse's story is anything but ordinary. Raised amidst the chaos of Suffolk County with violent motorcycle gangs and the Crips, his life was a whirlwind of trauma and danger. But that’s just the beginning. Jesse’s journey spirals through dealing pills, sex work, and an intense battle with heroin addiction.
It’s raw, it’s gritty, and it’s real. Joining him is his fiancé Cassidy, adding a layer of love and support that brings warmth to the tumultuous narrative. This episode isn’t just about the darkness of addiction; it’s also about finding light in unexpected places. From his wild escapades to his current life in Del Ray Beach, Florida, Jesse’s story is a testament to resilience and transformation.
And as always, Dave spices things up with Dopey emails, voicemails, and even a cameo from his dad. If you’re looking for a podcast episode that combines dark humor with heartfelt moments, this one’s a must-listen.
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