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  • Dopey 546: Anders Osborne on a Morphine, Dilaudid, Cocaine Cocktail, Butt Cheeks Full of Perks & Bill Taylor remembers Hurricane Katrina

Dopey 546: Anders Osborne on a Morphine, Dilaudid, Cocaine Cocktail, Butt Cheeks Full of Perks & Bill Taylor remembers Hurricane Katrina

Friday 29th August 2025

Anders Osborne and Bill Taylor share tales of addiction, survival, and recovery during Hurricane Katrina. A rollercoaster of emotions awaits.
Explicit
119 minutes
Inspiring
Raw
Honest
Hopeful
Engaging

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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
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Dave and Chris
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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A Journey from Chaos to Recovery with Anders Osborne

Episode Overview

  • Anders Osborne shares his chaotic past involving drugs.
  • Hurricane Katrina was a time of survival and community for Anders and Bill.
  • Music played a significant role in their recovery journeys.
  • Bill Taylor highlights the importance of asking for help.
  • Both guests emphasise spirituality as a cornerstone of healing.
I'm becoming a butterfly, they need to witness this.
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? Dive into this episode of Dopey where Anders Osborne and Bill Taylor take centre stage with their tales of addiction, survival, and recovery. The episode kicks off with Anders sharing a wild cocktail of drugs that once defined his chaotic lifestyle, including morphine and cocaine.
But the real heart of the conversation emerges as both Anders and Bill reflect on their experiences during Hurricane Katrina—a time marked by lawlessness, community, and music in a flooded New Orleans. As they recount their struggles and triumphs, you'll hear how Anders guided Bill through the darkness of alcoholism to find recovery. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, highlighting the transformative power of music and community.
Anders' poignant story about his 'Red Rocks moment' with Jerry Garcia's guitar serves as a metaphor for his spiritual awakening and commitment to sobriety. Bill shares his bottom moment, emphasising the importance of asking for help and finding spirituality in recovery. The camaraderie between Anders and Bill showcases the strength found in shared struggles and victories. Their conversation is raw, honest, and filled with humour, reminding us that even in the darkest times, there is hope and healing.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Find out in this engaging episode that blends dark comedy with profound insights into addiction recovery.
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