Dopey 541: Dopey 537: SUPER TWEAKER SPECIAL! Smoking Meth in Jason Schwartzman’s Trailer — The Super Spun Redemption of Will De Los SantosDopey 541: Dopey 537: SUPER TWEAKER SPECIAL! Smoking Meth in Jason Schwartzman’s Trailer — The Super Spun Redemption of Will De Los Santos
Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
Dave explains why the Dopey Instagram was deleted and reinstated Shoutouts to Justin Cambria, Sour Linus, Ian Geller, Margaret Cho, and Amy Dresner Quaker Oats Squares email and UK “pink” drug report (coke/ketamine/ecstasy mix) Listener Jake story: paid $400 for “hash oil” that was actually honey; resold as cookies Dave debates karma of reselling bunk drugs DopeyCon 6 and Dopey Day updates — send in art, music, videos Will De Los Santos full interview: Childhood: statutory rape birth, fireman stepdad’s failed suicide Lived with coach in high school, discovered real father was entertainer "Tiki Santos" First drugs: freebasing coke with half-brothers, then crank Found crank while making UCLA film reel — led to Spun Crank gave him creative focus; he taught himself guitar on it Real-life meth cooks inspired Spun characters Got high during meetings, lit up in Schwartzman’s trailer Bob Dylan story: lit Will’s cigarette outside a café he secretly owned Spun cast notes: Brittany Murphy delivered lines exactly, Mena Suvari was original pick Arrogance, chaos, and instability in Hollywood fueled by meth Relapsed during COVID after 8 years sober Relationship with Weiwei unraveled; lied, isolated, used Jay Mohr helped him get into Oro → then Betty Ford New script Spaghetti written during relapse, now his redemption project Currently 8 months sober (Nov 22, 2024), working the steps, going to meetings daily
1:52:52•25 Jul 2025
Dopey 541: The Super Spun Redemption
Episode Overview
- Dave discusses Instagram page issues and its recovery.
- Listener stories feature quirky drug experiences.
- Interview with Will De Los Santos on addiction and redemption.
- Oro Recovery's compassionate treatment approach.
- Exciting plans for DopeyCon and community involvement.
“There's a nation out there who keep you safe, keep you clean.”
In the latest episode of Dopey, host Dave returns from a vacation brimming with stories and updates for the Dopey Nation. The episode kicks off with Dave venting his frustration over Instagram's temporary shutdown of the Dopey page. Thanks to the efforts of Dopey Nation warriors, including Justin Cambria and Sour Linus from Meta, the page has been reinstated, marking a triumphant return.
Dave shares amusing listener stories, such as Jake from Oregon's creative hustle involving honey jars and cookies, and a note on sketchy pink drugs in the UK, which turns out to be a mix of various substances dyed with food coloring. A significant portion of the episode features an in-depth interview with Will De Los Santos, writer of the film 'Spun' and a speed enthusiast.
Will shares his journey through addiction and recovery, providing insights into his experiences and the transformative power of treatment at Oro Recovery. Oro Recovery, founded by Bob Forrest, is praised for its luxurious, compassionate approach to treating co-occurring mental health disorders. Dave also highlights upcoming Dopey events, including DopeyCon 6 and Dopey Day, encouraging listeners to participate by sending music, artwork, and stories. The community's creativity is showcased through Dopey-themed hats, art submissions, and the DopeyCon theme song challenge.
Dave's excitement for future episodes and collaborations is palpable, as he thanks everyone involved in making the show a success. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to contribute to the show's content and stay connected with the Dopey community, reinforcing the podcast's mission to support each other's recovery journeys. As always, Dave's charismatic storytelling and the guests' candid reflections make for an engaging and relatable listen.
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