🎙 Title: From Graffiti Legend to Addiction Survival: Jonas Gray’s Story

• 🔥 Dave kicks off the episode with a darkly humorous musical intro and a shoutout to the Dopey Nation.
• 🌪️ Updates on the postponed Dopey Wood event due to California wildfires. Dave shares heartfelt support for those impacted by the fires.
• 💌 Listener emails & voicemails:
  • A raw reflection on the fentanyl crisis and Dopey’s ability to create a safe, relatable space.
  • Uplifting news: overdose deaths declined 17% in 2023-2024 due to Narcan availability.
  • A listener's horrifying cotton fever story paired with the triumph of three years of sobriety.

🎨 Background:

• Jonas, an iconic graffiti artist, shares his journey through graffiti culture, drug addiction, and recovery.
• From tagging walls in San Francisco to conquering trains in Europe, Jonas was revered in the graffiti world but fell deeply into addiction.

💉 Addiction Descent:

• Initially using prescription painkillers recreationally, Jonas spiraled into heavy OxyContin and heroin use, eventually finding himself homeless in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood.
• A vivid recount of life in Kensington: a chaotic hub of addiction, violence, and community. Jonas describes a unique crew of shoplifting addicts bonded by loyalty and survival.

⚡ Turning Point:

• After years on the streets and a life-threatening health crisis, Jonas finally sought help.
• A phone call from his longtime friend Liddy, herself in recovery, inspired him to leave the streets and enter rehab.

🎨 Recovery & Redemption:

• Graffiti played a pivotal role in Jonas’s recovery, giving him purpose and community.
• Today, he sells his art and connects with supporters through social media while staying committed to sobriety.

• 💊 Street Economics: Jonas breaks down the intricate trade of shoplifting, drug dealing, and survival in Kensington.
• 🏚️ Life in a "Castle": Stories from living in an abandoned bookstore and forming deep bonds with his crew.
• 🚨 Paranoia & Collapse: The psychological toll of addiction as police paranoia and constant arrests catch up with him.
• 🌈 Hope Through Connection: The pivotal moment when his friend Liddy’s recovery showed him sobriety was possible.

• Oro Recovery: Compassionate treatment with amenities like yoga, sound baths, and sweat lodges.
• Mountainside: Comprehensive care with a focus on aftercare and spiritual wellness.
• BetterHelp: Therapy made accessible with online options and specialized care.

• ✉️ Call to Action: Send in your cotton fever stories or any wild tales of addiction, recovery, or hope to dopeypodcast@gmail.com.
• 🙌 Shoutout to Patreon supporters for helping keep Dopey going.

"Shot in the Groin, High on Chaos: Ben’s Unbelievable Survival Story"

🎙️ New Episode: Detours Through Chaos
Ever heard a buddy story involving Walmart receipts, a gunshot wound, and detox gone wild? 🌀 This week’s Dopey is exactly that kind of madness.

🔥 Ben Croxton shares an insane tale of survival, stupidity, and somehow finding recovery amidst the chaos. Plus, I’ve got updates on DopeyWood, an unexpected invite to Cuba with some very big names (Bill Murray, anyone?), and a sneak peek of Leah Knauer’s comedy, chaos, and song.

💥 Listen, laugh, cry, and cringe. You won’t believe half of it.
🎧 www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Got a story that tops a near-miss dick injury? 😳 Share it in the comments. Let's hear the madness. 👇

#DopeyPodcast #StayStrong #Recovery #ToodlesForChris

This Week on Dopey! We are honored to be joined by super big time NY Times best selling author, Oprah Winfrey buddy and thought leader, Dear Gabby Podcaster, Dream Manifester - Gabby Bernstein!!!!!!!!

Gabby lays it all out how she went from horrible cocaine addiction to finding Self Love and creating her incredible career in helping people and teaching how people can help themselves!

PLUS a crazy email from prison! Trouble shooting Heroin! And a chem sex Voicemail! PLUS ALSO Dave's high school friend's Jim and Devan are back to talk psychedelic New Years, rodents and Snakes on a brand new New Years episode of Dopey!

Check out Gabby's book and tour dates here: https://gabbybernstein.com/events

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast

Here is what AI came up with:

🎉 Happy New Year from Dopey Nation! 🎙️
2025 is here, and we’re starting with a bang! This episode is packed with inspiration, jaw-dropping stories, and life-changing wisdom. You don’t want to miss it! 👇

🔥 Episode Highlights:

🌟 Celebrating Recovery:
We kick things off by honoring Amy Dresner’s 12 years of sobriety! 🙌 What an incredible journey—let’s give her all the love.

🌲 DOPEY WOOD IS NEXT WEEK!
📅 January 11th
A star-studded recovery retreat featuring Bob Forrest, Jack Osborne, Annie Lederman, Rich Roll, and more. Plus, it’s all powered by the amazing folks at Oro Recovery. Let’s bring the Dopey Nation together for an unforgettable event. 🎶

🎧 Listener Stories:

• Tyler from Atlanta shares his gritty journey from IV drug use to three years sober. 💉➡️💪
• A jaw-dropping chemsex voicemail that left us speechless.
• A letter from Montana in prison about the wild characters he’s met while serving time.

🌟 A VERY SPECIAL GUEST: GABBY BERNSTEIN!
This week’s episode is a masterclass in self-help, spirituality, and recovery. Gabby—a #1 New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and spiritual teacher—joins the show to share transformative wisdom and stories:

💡 The 4-Step Check-In to Heal Your Inner Self:
Gabby teaches us how to recognize our inner “parts,” meet them with compassion, and create calm and clarity. This quick tool is perfect for anyone looking to stay grounded and start healing. 🧘‍♂️✨

🌈 Compassion for Your Cynic:
Dave and Gabby dive into the power of understanding your inner critic. Gabby explains how being curious, compassionate, and connected to yourself can help transform self-doubt into empowerment.

🔮 Manifesting Explained:
Not sure how to embrace manifesting without feeling cheesy? Gabby breaks it down: “We manifest what we believe.” By shifting your energy and beliefs, you can unlock new possibilities. 🌟

📖 Her New Book: “Self-Help”
This must-read explores Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy—a powerful, trauma-informed tool for addicts and anyone seeking peace. Gabby’s personal stories and practical tools make healing feel possible.

🎤 Gabby’s Journey:
From a coke-fueled PR life in NYC to a spiritual leader and recovery advocate, Gabby shares raw stories of her darkest days and the moment that changed everything. “I got clean, and my life became bigger than I ever dreamed.”

👟 MERCH ALERT!
Got a crazy recovery story? Email it to dopeypodcast@gmail.com and earn a pair of the comfiest Dopey socks. 🧦

💌 Let’s hear from YOU:
What are your hopes, fears, and goals for 2025? Drop us a line!

🎧 Listen now: [Insert episode link]

💙 Toodles for Chris, Peace and Love for Todd and Brian, Annie, Colleen, Liam, Dave and everyone else we've lost!