Matt Lieb's Wild Ride: From Childhood Opiates to Comedy and Recovery
What happens when you mix childhood trauma, opiate addiction, and a knack for comedy? You get Matt Lieb's rollercoaster of a life story. In this episode of 'Dopey', Matt joins hosts Dave and Chris to share his journey, starting with his first opiate experience at the tender age of eight. Yes, you read that right—eight years old!
Matt's tale is one of dark humor and gritty reality, as he navigates through complex trauma, full-blown opiate dependency, and the bizarre situations that come with it. From interning at a needle exchange to stealing prescription pads, Matt's anecdotes are as shocking as they are entertaining. He doesn't shy away from the nitty-gritty details, whether it's about boofing Dilaudid or crafting homemade rigs. But it's not all chaos and crime; there's a poignant side to Matt's story.
His experiences highlight the harsh realities of addiction and the long, winding road to recovery. The episode also features some classic 'Dopey' moments with super Dopey voicemails and emails, adding layers of humor and camaraderie to the conversation. If you're looking for a podcast that blends dark comedy with raw, unfiltered discussions on addiction, this episode is a must-listen.
So, buckle up for a wild ride with Matt Lieb as he takes you through his opiate capers, trauma, and eventual path to getting clean. It's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, wrapped in a package of laughter and tears.