Dave and Chris
dopeypodcast@gmail.com (Dave & Chris)
DOPEY in The Family Replay: Linda! Destroying and Saving a family, Drinking, Coke, Xanax, Crazy Crack Email!
DOPEY in The Family Replay: Linda! Destroying and Saving a family, Drinking, Coke, Xanax, Crazy Crack Email!
DOPEY in The Family Replay: Linda! Destroying and Saving a family, Drinking, Coke, Xanax, Crazy Crack Email!
Thursday 22nd January 2026
Linda and Dave share their tumultuous journey through addiction and recovery, offering hope and laughter amidst life's challenges.
Explicit
114 minutes
Honest
Inspiring
Hopeful
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Compassionate
About this podcast
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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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Episode Overview
- Honesty is crucial in overcoming addiction.
- Family support can be a powerful motivator for recovery.
- Humour can be a coping mechanism during tough times.
- Recovery requires facing fears with love and gratitude.
- Rebuilding relationships takes time and effort.
The answer to fear and frustration is love and gratitude and service.
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? This episode of Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction revisits the chaotic yet heartfelt journey of Linda and Dave, a couple who have faced the rollercoaster of addiction and recovery together. This replay episode brings to life the moments that tested their relationship, from unexpected pregnancies to hidden drug use, all while managing the chaos of life in New York City.
Linda shares her initial shock and eventual acceptance of Dave's struggles with addiction, illustrating how their bond was both strained and strengthened by these challenges. The episode doesn't shy away from the darker sides of addiction, with candid discussions about the impact on their family and personal lives. Yet, amidst the chaos, there's a thread of humour and resilience, as Linda recounts her snooping habits and Dave's relentless honesty.
Listeners will find themselves both laughing and reflecting on the couple's journey through addiction, recovery, and ultimately, redemption. This episode is a testament to the power of love and determination in overcoming life's toughest battles. As Linda and Dave navigate their past with humour and honesty, they offer hope to those in similar situations. What does it take to rebuild a life after addiction has torn it apart?
Tune in to find out how Linda and Dave have managed to not only survive but thrive. It's a tale of resilience, love, and the unbreakable spirit of those who refuse to give up. Could their story inspire you or someone you know to take that first step towards recovery?