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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
In this epic Patreon episode, we welcomes Mike Ahern from Wellbridge—a dude with a “punchable face” and the outreach job to match. Mike shares his wild ride from preteen gravity bong hits in White Plains to frat house Oxy meltdowns, heroin in the Bronx, and finally a come-to-God breakdown off the side of I-95. Now 12 years sober, Mike’s in the biz helping other junkies find their way. Along the way, Dave confesses his latest battle—with gout—and the Dopey Nation gets the inside scoop on Kratom, the evils of weed ice cream trucks, and a deep dive on the Flying Dutchman episode of SpongeBob.
17:18•22 Apr 2025
From Heroin in the Bronx to Sobriety: Mike Ahern's Wild Ride
Episode Overview
- Mike Ahern shares his journey from addiction to sobriety.
- Dave discusses his latest health battle with gout.
- The episode covers controversial topics like weed ice cream trucks and Kratom.
- Dave responds to listener feedback about past offensive content.
- Humour and candid storytelling provide a unique blend of dark comedy and heartfelt recovery stories.
“I never want anyone's feelings to get hurt, but sometimes comedy cuts both ways and people get hurt.”
In this episode of Dopey, Dave welcomes Mike Ahern from Wellbridge, who shares his wild journey from gravity bong hits in White Plains to heroin in the Bronx, and finally to sobriety. Mike's story is a rollercoaster ride through addiction, recovery, and his current role helping others find their way. With 12 years of sobriety under his belt, Mike's experiences offer a raw and honest look at the struggles and triumphs of addiction recovery.
Alongside Mike's tale, Dave discusses his latest battle with gout and dives into various topics, including the dangers of weed ice cream trucks and the controversial use of Kratom. The episode also touches on the importance of making amends, as Dave responds to a listener's concerns about past offensive content.
Through humour and candid storytelling, this episode of Dopey provides a unique blend of dark comedy and heartfelt recovery stories that will leave you both laughing and reflecting on the serious issues at hand. Tune in for an engaging and thought-provoking experience that highlights the highs and lows of addiction and recovery.
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