Dopeywood Live: Laughter, Recovery, & Relapses
Episode Overview
Stephanie Roberts celebrates 7 years of sobriety. Listener Lily shares a wild pill-shelving story. Comedian Moshe Kasher discusses ayahuasca and parenting. Musical guest Adam David performs live. Hosts discuss Patreon benefits and listener feedback.
If you're a junkie, captain on a riverboat, or a battery thief at a Rite Aid store, if you're just about to give up hope, turn on into the Dopey Show!
In this special live edition of the Dopey Podcast, titled 'Dopeywood Live', host Dave Manheim brings together a vibrant mix of comedians, musicians, and recovery stories. The episode kicks off with a heartfelt shoutout to Stephanie Roberts, a longtime listener who has marked seven years of sobriety. Dave also takes the time to express gratitude for her contributions to the Dopey community, particularly through the Dopey Zoom meetings, which have become a staple for many in recovery.
The show is peppered with colorful anecdotes, including an amusing tale from a listener named Lily from New Zealand. She recounts a bizarre incident involving pill-shelving, which humorously ends with her robbing herself. This story ties into the broader theme of the episode, which explores the unpredictable and often chaotic paths that lead individuals toward recovery.
The comedic segment of the show features Moshe Kasher, who delves into topics such as ayahuasca experiences, the challenges of parenting, and the art of crowd work. His reflections on these subjects provide both laughter and insight, resonating with the audience's shared experiences of personal growth and transformation. Musical guest Adam David graces the stage with a performance of 'Needle and the Damage Done', adding a poignant layer to the live show.
His music serves as a reminder of the struggles and triumphs inherent in the journey of recovery. Throughout the episode, Dave emphasizes the benefits of joining the Dopey Patreon community, offering ad-free episodes, bonus content, and unique Dopey merchandise. The interaction with listeners through emails and feedback, including responses to a previous episode featuring Bobby Lee, underscores the deeply connected and engaged community that Dopey has cultivated.
As the show concludes, Dave leads the audience in a traditional farewell, urging listeners to stay strong and remember the late Chris, a nod to the enduring spirit and camaraderie that define the Dopey Nation.