Dopey 478: How David Riggins Burned off his Leg While Super High on Fentanyl and Found Recovery and Other Dumb Sh!t, Ketamine, God, Xylazine, Coke, Healing

Dopey 478: How David Riggins Burned off his Leg While Super High on Fentanyl and Found Recovery and Other Dumb Sh!t, Ketamine, God, Xylazine, Coke, Healing

Imagine hitting rock bottom so hard you literally lose a limb. That’s the wild and harrowing journey of David Riggins, who shares his jaw-dropping story on this episode of 'Dopey'. Starting off as a young drug dealer, David's life spiraled into chaos, taking him from dealing pills at just 9 years old to surviving a fentanyl-induced fire that cost him his leg. His tale is a whirlwind of drugs, military service, and ultimate redemption.

David opens up about everything—from being a preteen thug, to joining the military post-9/11, to becoming entangled in the dangerous web of heroin and xylazine. You’ll hear about his struggles with homelessness, the loss of his children, and even scamming the VA for survival. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Amidst the madness, David finds a spark of hope through a spiritual experience that transforms his life.

This episode is packed with raw stories, surprising humor, and a heavy dose of reality. Whether you’re looking for a gripping tale or some dark comedy, David’s journey will keep you hooked from start to finish.