Rise Recover Live x The Dopey Podcast: Live from New York!

#54: Live from New York City, it's Liz and Bryce with Dave Manheim from the Dopey Podcast! We sat down with Dave to talk about all things recovery and podcasting.  What started as weekly podcast by two close friends, Chris and Dave, about "drugs, addiction, and dumb sh**," has evolved into something bigger than they ever expected or intended. As recounted by Dave, the iconic show was never meant to help anyone, it was just meant to be a good show. The hope that the show inspires, and the fact it helps folks find recovery, has been an incredible and humbling ripple effect.

In the episode we talk about podcasting and more:

- Although Dave's recovery has never been centered around creating the Dopey Podcast, he recognizes that recording each week is a cathartic experience and brings him happiness
- The everyday circumstances where recovery kicks and we decide to show up for ourselves: in this case, with umbrellas and shopping carts.
- Dave's brave decision to relinquish anonymity and embrace including his last name on the show
- How praying mantis' evolved from a funny story to a symbol of the Dopey Podcast
- Laughing the survivor's laugh: the hope and bond formed between folks who have all experienced something horrible and survived

To learn more about Dave and the Dopey Podcast, visit their website here 


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If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health or substance use related crisis, the following resources can provide immediate help.*

If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please dial 911.

• Dial 988 for the SAMSHA Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.  Available 24/7
• Text “HOME” to 741-741 for the NAMI Crisis Text Line.  Available 24/7.
• Dial 1-800-622-2255 to connect with a nearby treatment center & community resources through the NCADD Hope Line. Available 24/7.
• Call or text 1-844-326-5400 for The GSCA CARES Warm Line.  Answered by Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialists with lived experience of Substance Use Recovery.  Available any day of the year, 8:30am-11pm EST

*Note: The resources listed are provided for informational purposes only.  This list is not comprehensive and does not constitute an endorsement by The Phoenix or the Rise Recover Live Podcast.
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