Dopey 575: Acid in the Eyes! Oxy, Kratom, DMT, and the Gobi Desert: Ken Rideout and the Other Side of HardDopey 575: Acid in the Eyes! Oxy, Kratom, DMT, and the Gobi Desert: Ken Rideout and the Other Side of Hard
Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
Notes: 00:00 Introduction to Dopey Podcast and Gratitude 04:52 Cameron Crowe's Book Insights 11:12 Voicemail Stories and Community Engagement 17:07 Introduction to Ken Rideout and His Story 36:25 Introduction to Ken Rideout 45:43 Growing Up in Boston: A Survival Story 51:52 The Impact of Sports and Competition 59:43 The Transition to Finance and Addiction 01:14:37 The Start of Addiction: Percocet and Beyond 01:20:33 DMT: A Profound Experience 01:28:55 Navigating Addiction in Finance 01:35:23 The Road to Recovery 01:40:36 The Role of Vivitrol and Suboxone 01:47:21 Endurance Sports as a New Purpose 01:52:31 Exploring Ibogaine Therapy 01:59:59 Exploring Trauma and Healing 02:08:35 Spirituality and Self-Discovery 🧠BULLET POINTS Ken’s secret oxy addiction while crushing it in finance Buying thousands of pills and never getting caught London addiction, shady doctor, and white-knuckling detox Subutex vs Vivitrol — Ken’s “cheat code” to getting clean Relapses, pill mills, and FedEx drug deliveries Why money didn’t make addiction better (or life better) DMT trip where Ken thought he died Kratom addiction and “Feel Free” disaster Running as recovery — from triathlons to Ironman Winning races fueled by pure insanity and competition Gobi Desert ultra race — 155 miles, near collapse, total madness Helping his biggest competitor mid-race (then beating him anyway) Marriage struggles, therapy, and onsite workshops Spirituality vs 12-step vs doing your own thing Ibogaine curiosity and addiction “reset” talk Dave considers running the NYC Marathon Dopey Fitness Challenge begins (maybe) 🔑 SEO KEYWORDS (comma separated) Dopey podcast, Ken Rideout, addiction recovery podcast, oxy addiction, oxycontin addiction story, suboxone vs vivitrol, subutex withdrawal, kratom addiction, dmt experience story, ibogaine addiction treatment, ultra marathon runner recovery, ironman athlete addiction, wall street drug addiction, high functioning addict story, running in recovery, endurance sports recovery, Gobi desert ultra marathon, relapse and recovery stories, dopey nation, drug addiction podcast
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From Addiction to Ultra-Endurance: Ken Rideout's Inspiring Journey
Episode Overview
- Ken Rideout's journey from opioid addiction to ultra-endurance athlete.
- The pivotal role of running in Ken's recovery process.
- Practical advice on using Vivtrol for overcoming opioid dependency.
- Insights into finding new purpose and motivation post-addiction.
- The significance of community support in maintaining sobriety.
“"Everything I wanted to do was on the other side of hard."”
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? This episode of Dopey brings you an exhilarating tale of transformation with Ken Rideout, a former opioid addict turned ultra-endurance athlete. Ken's journey from battling addiction to conquering the Gobi Desert marathon is nothing short of remarkable. Growing up in Boston, Ken faced a chaotic environment that propelled him into sports, seeking structure and purpose.
His transition from a struggling hockey player to a finance whiz on Wall Street was marked by an unexpected detour into opioid addiction. But Ken's story doesn't end there. With sheer determination, he navigated his way through addiction, discovering solace and motivation in running. Ken shares how the opioids initially provided a false sense of confidence and success, yet ultimately dulled his life experiences.
His candid recounting of the trials and triumphs on the road to recovery is both raw and inspiring. The episode delves into his encounters with DMT and the transformative power of endurance sports in finding new purpose. Ken's insights into using Vivtrol for opioid recovery offer a practical guide for those seeking a path out of addiction. He emphasizes the importance of a supportive community, whether through NA meetings or personal connections, in sustaining sobriety.
Ken's story is a testament to resilience, highlighting that no matter how far one has fallen, redemption is possible. Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode will leave you reflecting on the strength of the human spirit and the power of perseverance. Could endurance sports be the key to unlocking your potential?
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