Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction

NEW DOPEY 'Teaser' Ray is back, and we’re diving deep into the mysteries of junkie slang, Mamoun’s falafel, and the eternal question—does coke make you gay?  Plus, the Jeff Tweedy rejection saga continues. Tune in for unhinged rants, unnecessary debates, and that sweet, sweet Dopey chaos.

TO HEAR MORE RAY: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

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This week on Dopey! Chris's sponsor Dylan is back! We hear all about how he is doing and reminisce about Chris and his final run before recovery! PLUS Cat Greenleaf stops in to read emails and talk shit!

PATREON - www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

DOPEY LOVE LIVE with MARGARET CHO AND FRIENDS: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Episode Description:
Buckle up, Dopey Nation—this one’s a wild ride. Dylan returns to the show, and we get deep into the messiness of recovery: Is 12-step the only way? Can something else work? Does Dylan even want to build something new? It’s a classic Dopey-style conversation—raw, honest, and full of uncertainty.

Then, we get a next-level Dopey moment: a cleaning lady unknowingly eats a whole bar of mushroom chocolate, trips her face off, and leaves some of the most horrifying (and hilarious) voicemails we’ve ever heard.

But that’s not all. TV host and podcaster Kat Greenleaf stops by to talk about her version of recovery, her very personal views on "mouthfeel," and a psychedelic experience that supposedly did 30 years of therapy in one night. Plus, she shares the shocking truth about what she really loves to put in her mouth—and it’s not what you think.

Somehow, we squeeze in shoutouts, ads, and a surprise Pee-wee Herman connection. It’s a jam-packed, totally unhinged episode of Dopey.

Biggest Takeaways:

• Dylan wrestles with the idea of alternative recovery models—does he want to build one, or is he just doing Dopey?
• 12-step’s structure may be flawed, but it’s survived nearly a century without scandals or profit motives, which is rare in the recovery world.
• A cleaning lady’s accidental mushroom trip is both horrifying and peak Dopey chaos.
• Kat Greenleaf gets very candid about her oral fixation (in more ways than one).
• Psychedelic therapy might be the future—or just an excuse to get high in a controlled setting.
• Pee-wee Herman was secretly a huge Katz’s fan and a sober ally.
• Don’t leave drug-infused treats where unsuspecting people might eat them.

Sponsors & Shoutouts:

• CustomStickers.com – Get Dopey stickers! Use code DOPIE20 for 20% off.
• Safe Spot – A service that stays on the phone with you while you use. Call 1-800-972-0590.
• Dylan’s Berkshire Transition Network – Helping people in recovery.

Final Notes:
Stay strong, Dopey Nation—especially if you accidentally eat a whole chocolate bar of shrooms. And as always, fucking toodles for Chris.

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ERIN KHAR is back on Patreon! She talks about her recent spiral into depression and how she has gotten out of it - plus a sort of scintillating sort of gross 'Ask Erin Question' and much much more on this brand new teaser of the dopey show! PLUS she talks Rick James and Elliott Smith and more! MORE! MORE!

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DOPEY LOVE TICKETS - https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

🎧 LISTEN NOW: [Insert Patreon Link]

Alright, another Tuesday Patreon teaser. Strung-out author, ex-elite equestrian, unlicensed advice columnist Erin Carr is back. And I say fucking way too much. Maybe I should stop. Maybe I won’t. Who cares.

🔥 On this one:

• 🌀 Erin’s big depression spiral (bad)
• 🐶 Tried fixing it with a dog (iffy)
• 💀 Crack-smoking past (pawn shops, stolen jewelry, total disaster)
• 🎤 Rick James & Elliott Smith in rehab together?!? (YES, REALLY.)
• 🏛️ Politics?! (Sure. Let’s fix society, why not.)

🔥 ALSO: Me rambling about Patreon & merch

• $5 = bonus shows, zooms, videos. People say it’s too much. I say, you’re welcome.
• $8 = ad-free Dopey, stickers.
• $10? Extra weird shit.
• $15 = socks. $20 = socks + beanie.
• $100 = sober coaching. Maybe. Who knows.

🔥 DOPEY LIVE SHOW ALMOST SOLD OUT

• Margaret Cho, Brace Belden, Carl from Summer House, Dr. Nzinga, Downtown Ray Brown—it’s a party.
• DISCOUNT CODE: DOPEY25 ($25 off. If you paid full price… well, shit.)

💌 WANNA SHOUTOUT? Email [email protected]
⚡ STAY STRONG, DOPEY NATION! And of course...
Fucking toodles for Chris.

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This week on Dopey! Rejoice Lenny from the Beach is Free! Lenny from the Beach returns from being locked away! Hear all about his time away in Long Island's Jail System and then upstate for more time incarcerated before SHOCK treatment! Hear all the ins and outs of institutional living and the nature of incarcerated recovery! PLUS a crazy meth fishing voicemail and Dopey emails! All that and more on this brand new version of the good old Dopey Show!

Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Margaret Cho/Dopey Love/Live Tickets: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

In this wild new episode of Dopey, Dave welcomes back Lenny from the Beach, straight out of jail and treatment, to share his mind-blowing journey through addiction, recovery, and the madness of institutionalization. 🚔🏠💉

🧠 What to Expect:

• Lenny's Jail Tales: From smuggling Suboxone to the infamous "Deuce" experience. 🫠💊
• A Vagina Full of Dope: Yes, you read that right. A jailhouse smuggling story for the ages. 👜💉
• Meth Fishing Adventures: A hilarious and harrowing voicemail story from the Dopey Nation. 🎣🚨
• Emails of Hope: Heartfelt letters from listeners, including Mark’s story of turning his life around at 50. 💌🧦
• The Shock Program: Military-style drug treatment (but not as shocking as you'd think). 🥊🏋️
• Gratitude & Grooves: Dave wraps up with gratitude and a nod to the Beastie Boys' "Gratitude." 🎵🙏

📢 Shoutouts:

• Happy Birthday to Britta! 🎂🎨
• Upcoming Dopey Love Live Event: Featuring Margaret Cho, Carl Radke, Abby Fickley, and more! 🎭✨
• Sponsors: Big love to Oro Recovery, Mountainside, and Recovery Unplugged for keeping the Dopey ship afloat. 🛟🏠🎶

🎟️ Get Your Tickets: Dopey Love Live at Joe’s Pub
🔥 Support Dopey: Join the Patreon, snag some Dopey socks, and don’t forget—leave a review! 🌟🧦

Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and fucking toodles for Chris. ❤️

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🎧 Tuesday Teaser Alert! 🎧

Dopey Patreon Teaser with a crazy email about neighbors on METH! Plus me and Howie navigating the new tiny Dopey studio.

Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

DOPEY LOVE LIVE WITH MARGARET CHO https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Yo, Dopey Nation! It’s Tuesday, and you know what that means—Patreon Teaser time! 🎉 Listen to this wild preview, and if you need the full chaotic experience, hit up 👉 www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

🔥 This Week: Howard is back! You loved (or hated) him on Good Morning Dopey, and now he's gracing the Patreon with what might just be our worst episode ever—but hey, it's also the first episode from the brand-new Dopey Studio, courtesy of Howard Beach Buxbaum!

🦶 Side note: My feet hurt, probably from all the sugar. Anyone got a detox smoothie recipe that actually works? Hit me up at [email protected]!

❤️ Listener Love:
"Chris helped me get into my first treatment program when I was 18. I'll be 9 years clean this year because of him. Love you guys, thanks for being there for me throughout the years."

🎟️ Dopey Love Live:
Two weeks away! Featuring:

• Margaret Cho 🧨
• Brace Belden
• Dr. Nzinga Harrison
• Erin Carr
• Ray Brown
• Abbie Fickley

📍Where: Joe’s Pub, Manhattan
👉 Get Tickets: [Link in bio]

🆕 Fresh Dopey Stickers just landed! Patrons get 'em first—so join the crew!

🙏 Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and...

🚦 Fuckin' toodles for Chris. 🚦

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This week on Dopey we are joined by recovery advocate and woman in recovery, Jamie Tall! Jamie shares all about her super crazy journey on this weeks show!

TRIGGER WARNING: It gets very graphic around sex and violence, so please use caution! Jamie tells it all and is now sober helping addicts and alcoholics! 

Patreon is www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

DOPEY LOVE LIVE WITH MARGARET CHO, Dr. Nzinga Harrison, Brace Belden, Erin Khar, Ray Brown and Linda are available at:

https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

https://podcast.feedspot.com/rehab_podcasts/

Here is AI:

"From Fucking the Devil to Finding God: The Jamie Tall Story"

🎙️ This Week on Dopey:
Dave dives deep into the jaw-dropping story of Jamie Tall, a woman who went from sex work and satanic cult rituals to becoming a beacon of hope in recovery. From her days as a dominatrix in the "Bride of Satan" cult to her eventual spiritual surrender, Jamie's story is as wild as it is inspiring.

💡 Topics Covered:

🚨 Prostitution Sting Gone Wrong: Jamie’s surreal bust in a massive law enforcement setup.

💃 Lap Dances, Cocaine, and Cash: How stripping filled a void of self-worth.

😈 Bride of Satan Cult Rituals: The insane details of dark web dominance and cult initiation.

💉 Crack Houses and Meth Mania: The downward spiral into hardcore addiction.

👼 Finding God: How Jamie found redemption through the 12 Steps, trauma-informed care, and spiritual rebirth.

💪 Making Amends: Rebuilding trust with her kids and family—proof that healing is real.

🦸 Giving Back: Jamie's powerful work with the Divas Who Win Freedom Center and Access Point Georgia.

✨ Key Moments:

🤯 Jamie's first night as a stripper and the rush of hustling for money.

👹 The dark and disturbing rituals of the "Bride of Satan" cult.

🚔 The humiliation of seeing her mugshot on Bay News 9 for days.

🌊 The turning point in sober living and finding hope through community.

📢 Shoutouts & Resources:

🌸 Divas Who Win Freedom Center: Helping women escape prostitution and human trafficking.

🧬 Access Point Georgia: Harm reduction, safe drug use education, and real-world support.

🎶 Dopey Love Event: March 11th in NYC—featuring Margaret Cho, Dr. Nzinga Harrison, and more!

🎧 Don’t Miss:

💥 A listener poop story that’ll make you rethink your next Walgreens run.

🎵 Original music from the Dopey Nation—send in your tracks!

🧦 Get your Dopey socks! Andy and Laura, send in your addresses!

✉️ Send Your Stories:
Got a wild story or just want to say hi? Hit us up at [email protected].

Stay strong, Dopey Nation, and fucking toodles for Chris! 💥

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I am in Florida! This is the Patreon Teaser! Hope you guys are great!

This is not Cat Marnell. This is Cat Greenleaf - an alcoholic in recovery. Cat has done a tone of media - hosting the seminal New York City Cab Show - 'Talk Stoop'. Now she has a podcast called Soberness. All about recovery - with celebrities - i was briefly on one episode!

Please write us at [email protected] and let me know what you thought! Join patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast buy DOPEY LOVE TICKETS AT: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Check us out at Feedspot here: https://podcast.feedspot.com/rehab_podcasts/

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This Week on Dopey! Safe Spot Call Operator and Activist! Jessie B tells her insane Southern Fried Dopey Experience! Jessie tells us about how a botched asshole surgery led to her oxy addiction and then how it ultimately led her to a creer of helping people!

Please write us at [email protected] and let me know what you thought! Join patreon at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast buy DOPEY LOVE TICKETS AT: https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/d/dopey-podcast-live/

Check us out at Feedspot here: https://podcast.feedspot.com/rehab_podcasts/

"No Strange Dick, No Dirty Needles: JessieB on Harm Reduction, Raggedy Daughters, and Real Love"

🎯 Key Themes & Moments:

🧓 Aging and Perspective: Embracing life at 51 with no apologies.

💉 Harm Reduction Philosophy: Love in action, not enabling.

❤️ The Power of Service: From personal pain to public purpose.

👩‍👧 Parenting Through Addiction: Hard truths and soft love with her daughter Kaylin.

🌍 Community Impact: Building 229 Safer Living Access from the ground up.

🔮 Fate and Connection: The wild, full-circle story with Stephen Murray and Kimber.

💥 Unforgettable Quotes from JessieB:

"I'm a fish. I can't climb a tree. What the fuck?"

"My raggedy bitch of a daughter."

"Labels are for couches, not people."

"People who don't feel wanted find ways to be needed."

"No strange dick—that’s harm reduction!"

"Recovery is any positive change."

📝 Episode Blurb:
In this raw and riveting episode, David sits down with JessieB—harm reduction powerhouse and unapologetic truth-teller. From her daughter Kaylin’s addiction to launching 229 Safer Living Access, JessieB breaks down harm reduction, motherhood, and why service saves lives. Expect wild stories, gut-punching honesty, and the reminder that “recovery is any positive change.” 💙

📢 Patreon Sign-Off:
Support the show on Patreon for more raw, real stories. Fucking toodles for Chris. 💔

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🔥 Bonus Tuesday Teaser! 🔥

Dopey Nation, it’s another Bonus Tuesday, and this one is a fucking mess—just like life. 🎧💥

• Teeth yanked out 🦷 (chewing is overrated anyway)
• Scripps Online News interview 🎤 (where I may or may not have called 12-step meetings wild sex parties)
• Soup dumplings & CPAP machines 🍜 (peak 50-year-old Jewish man conversation)
• Deep thoughts on recovery & addiction 🤔 (do I know anything about either?)
• A full Patreon drop featuring my convo on The Adversity Advantage 🎙️

Listen to it all on Patreon—or just grab it free on Doug’s podcast if you’re cheap. But honestly, support the fucking show, hear all the extra dopey shit, and get in on the madness.

👉 [Patreon link] 👈

Shipping is happening. Knicks better win. Stay strong, Dopey Nation.

Fucking toodles for Chris. ✌️💔

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🔥 New Dopey! 🔥

This week, we dive deep into one of the craziest Dopey stories yet with Jimmy, a next-level meth-addicted criminal mastermind turned sober success story. If you’ve ever wondered what true tweaker madness looks like, buckle up—this one’s a ride.

👀 Here’s just some of the shit Jimmy did while completely spun out:

• Masterminded insane receipt scams to fund his habit 💰
• Pulled off full-on grand theft—boosting designer sunglasses, Levi’s, and even a bike in under 30 minutes at the mall 🚲
• Got a meth kingpin to take him under his wing—until the guy went on the run and got locked up for life 🔫
• Got so spun out his own parents got a restraining order against him for robbing them 😵‍💫
• Squatted in a trap house with his best friend, his pregnant girlfriend… and the girlfriend’s mom 🏚️
• Started hooking up with the mom while still living in the house, like a true tweaker love story gone wrong 😳
• Got arrested at least 30 times—with 9 warrants at the time of his final bust 🚔
• Had a bag of meth stuffed in his underwear during a police search… and miraculously got away with it 🫠

💥 But here’s the twist: after 13 years of destruction, Jimmy somehow turned it all around. No program, no 12 steps—just sheer force of will, an insane work ethic, and an obsession with self-improvement. Now? He owns a house, makes good money, and has a whole new life.

We talk meth, addiction, crime, prison, the power of discipline, and the weird guilt that comes with success after being such a disaster.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!
📝 Drop a comment—what’s the wildest part of Jimmy’s story?
💀 Join the Dopey Nation on Patreon for bonus content, including my dad’s latest rants and the Doc McGhee episode!

And of course…
🖤 Fucking toodles for Chris.

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