This week on Dopey! We got horrible news that our dear friend, contributor and all around beloved OG favorite Dope - Annie Ellie died this week. We remember her and play her first voicemail which was, tragically and ironically all about a time she overdosed and almost died. We also play her review of DopeyCon 2022 and another thing she had sent in. Then Reno from the 'It's All Bad' podcast came to meet me at Jeremy's house when I was in Los Angeles - ironically for the Rich Roll show which aired last week! Reno tells his gnarly story of addiction and recovery! We hear all about his crazy beginnings in addict life and the hell he went through before it all got pretty good for him. Plus Dopey emails and much more on a brand new super tragic episode of that good old bitter sweet Dopey Show!  FROM AI:  yIn this episode of Dopey, Dave mourns the loss of Annie Ellie, a beloved member of the Dopey Nation who died of an overdose. He shares voicemails and memories of Annie, emphasizing the importance of reaching out for help and support. Dave also interviews Reno from the podcast It's All Bad, discussing their experiences with addiction and the challenges they faced. They talk about their early drug use, encounters with the law, and the journey to recovery. Reno shares his insights on navigating the prison system and finding a path to a better life. David Manheim shares his experiences with addiction and relapse, highlighting the importance of community and connectivity in recovery. He discusses his time in rehab and the intense group therapy sessions that helped him confront his character defects. David also talks about his Neapolitan background and how his natural skills of connecting with people served him both in his addiction and in his recovery. He reflects on the shame and guilt that came with his relapse and the impact it had on his personal and professional life. David emphasizes the importance of sharing stories of addiction and recovery to combat loneliness and provide hope to others. In this final part of the conversation, Reno reviews his drug use experiences, including his encounters with PCP, GHB, DMT, Ibogaine, and ketamine. He also shares a wild story about trying to access his tax refund while in the midst of addiction. Annie, a fan of the show, provides a review of DopeyCon 2022 and expresses her love for Brandon Novak. The episode concludes with Annie's tribute song to Brandon Novak. keywordsaddiction, overdose, mourning, support, recovery, podcast, interview, drug use, law, prison, life, addiction, recovery, community, connectivity, rehab, character defects, Neapolitan, shame, guilt, relapse, personal life, professional life, sharing stories, drug use, PCP, GHB, DMT, Ibogaine, ketamine, tax refund, addiction, DopeyCon, Brandon Novak takeaways

• The loss of a loved one to addiction is a tragic reminder of the importance of reaching out for help and support.
• Sharing memories and voicemails can be a way to honor and remember those who have passed away.
• Early drug use and encounters with the law can be wake-up calls that lead to a desire for change and recovery.
• Navigating the prison system can be challenging, but finding a community and seeking help can lead to a better life.
• Recovery is a journey that requires commitment, support, and a willingness to change. Loneliness and disconnection are breeding grounds for addiction, while community and connectivity are essential for recovery.
• Group therapy sessions in rehab can help individuals confront their character defects and work towards personal growth.
• Natural skills, such as connecting with people, can serve both in addiction and in recovery.
• Relapse can be a part of the recovery journey, and it's important to learn from it and seek help.
• Sharing stories of addiction and recovery can combat loneliness and provide hope to others. Reno reflects on his experiences with various drugs, highlighting the dangers and consequences of addiction.
• Annie's review of DopeyCon 2022 showcases the sense of community and connection among Dopey fans.
• The tribute song to Brandon Novak demonstrates the impact and admiration he has among the Dopey Nation.

titles

• Mourning the Loss of Annie Ellie
• Finding Community and Support in Recovery Confronting Character Defects in Rehab
• The Role of Community and Connectivity in Recovery A Tribute to Brandon Novak
• Annie's Review of DopeyCon 2022

Sound Bites

• "If you're using and you're really, you don't want to die and you don't want to get really hurt, call that number."
• "I love Annie and I will totally miss her."
• "Discover Recovery: An Amazing Treatment Facility in the Pacific Northwest"
• "Addiction is a disease. Loneliness really thrives. Addiction really thrives in loneliness. Connectivity is one of the bigger things that unlocks addiction."
• "They did this thing called the game where they would circle up chairs in the middle of a room and there were no rules whatsoever, except for no violence."
• "I'm Neapolitan. And that's one of the characteristics. Is Neapolitan besides chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry?"
• "Love all the acts, crack, smack, and Brandon Novak."
• "Oh Mr. Novak, this is Mrs. Novak."
• "Mr. Novak is good, Mr. Novak is kind, Mr. Novak don't care."

Chapters 00:00Mourning the Loss of Annie Ellie 10:48Recovery and Support 19:46Interview with Reno from It's All Bad 32:11Early Drug Use and Encounters with the Law 44:47Finding a Path to Recovery 46:59The Role of Community and Connectivity in Recovery 48:19Confronting Character Defects in Rehab 55:42The Impact of Relapse on Personal and Professional Life 01:14:46The Power of Sharing Stories of Addiction and Recovery 01:32:17Wild Drug Use Experiences 01:57:33Annie's Review of DopeyCon 2022 02:06:14A Tribute to Brandon Novak