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Dopey132: Harris Wittels, Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful: A Tragicomic Memoir of Genius, Heroin, Love, and Loss, Stephanie Wittels Wachs, Andrew's Mom
Dopey132: Harris Wittels, Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful: A Tragicomic Memoir of Genius, Heroin, Love, and Loss, Stephanie Wittels Wachs, Andrew's Mom
Dopey132: Harris Wittels, Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful: A Tragicomic Memoir of Genius, Heroin, Love, and Loss, Stephanie Wittels Wachs, Andrew's Mom
Saturday 12th May 2018
Stephanie Wittels Wachs discusses her brother Harris Wittels' tragic battle with addiction. Also, hear from Hippy-Hobo Andrew's mom about her own loss.
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Get the buttons here!Heartbreak and Healing: The Stories of Harris Wittels and Hippy-Hobo Andrew
It's a book about a family member, dealing with grief, dealing with the loss of somebody that they love dearly and how you move on through that.
What happens when the laughter fades and the harsh reality of addiction sets in? In this gripping episode of 'Dopey', hosts Dave and Chris navigate the poignant and heart-wrenching stories of two individuals whose lives were tragically cut short by addiction. First, Stephanie Wittels Wachs calls in to share the story of her brother, Harris Wittels. Known for his genius writing on 'Parks and Recreation', Harris battled heroin addiction and ultimately lost his life to it.
Stephanie’s memoir, 'Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful: A Tragicomic Memoir of Genius, Heroin, Love, and Loss', captures the duality of her brother’s brilliance and his struggles. Her candid conversation with the hosts sheds light on the complexities of loving someone with an addiction and the deep scars left behind after their loss. But the emotional journey doesn't stop there.
The episode also features a heartfelt call with Hippy-Hobo Andrew's mom, who recounts the final days of her son's life and the ongoing pain of losing him to addiction. Her story is a raw and honest depiction of a mother's grief, underscoring the devastating impact addiction has on families. Through these conversations, Dave and Chris emphasize the importance of community, support, and treatment in navigating the tumultuous waters of addiction and recovery.
While 'Dopey' is known for its dark humor, this episode strikes a more somber tone, offering listeners a powerful reminder that addiction is a serious illness affecting millions. Stephanie and Andrew's mom provide invaluable insights into the reality of living with—and losing—someone to addiction. Their stories are a call to action for greater empathy, understanding, and support for those grappling with this relentless disease.