David Boyle

I'm Quitting Alcohol

David Boyle

  • 1 Year 313 days - Actual Refugee

1 Year 313 days - Actual Refugee

Thursday 25th March 2021

David Boyle shares his harrowing experience of being stuck in an airport as a sober refugee in 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'.
Explicit
8 minutes
Anxiety
Raw
Honest
Thought-provoking
Engaging

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I'm Quitting Alcohol
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David Boyle
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David Boyle's Airport Nightmare: A Refugee's Tale with a Sobriety Twist

No one knows how long this is going to take. So I don't know what the fuck is going to happen from here. This is already an hour fuck around and it doesn't look like there's any end in sight.
Imagine being stuck in an airport for hours with no clear way out. Now, add the twist of navigating this chaos while staying sober. In this gripping episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle recounts his harrowing experience of being stranded in Medina Airport, feeling like an actual refugee. Boyle, who has been sober for over a year, shares the anxiety and fear that gripped him during those endless hours.
His story is a stark reminder that sobriety doesn't shield you from life's unpredictable challenges. Through his signature humor, Boyle paints a vivid picture of the stress and uncertainty he faced, making listeners laugh while also feeling the weight of his predicament. This episode goes beyond personal struggle, shedding light on the plight of real refugees who endure far worse for much longer.
It's a raw and honest look at how sobriety intersects with life's toughest moments, offering both laughs and deep reflection.