Anna Valenzuela
Anna Valenzuela
12 Q Keith Carey
12 Q Keith Carey
12 Q Keith Carey
Saturday 21st November 2015
Keith Carey shares his journey from an addict's child to a comedian, highlighting the power of laughter and support in recovery.
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78 minutes
Entertaining
Humorous
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
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Anna Valenzuela
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Keith Carey: Finding Laughter Amidst Addiction's Shadows
I do know that she talked to herself all the time and heard weird shit, attacked me in the middle of the night because she thought she thought I was doing things I wasn't doing right, which could have been drug psychosis and alcohol induced.
Ever wondered how growing up in an addict's family shapes one's life? Keith Carey, a comedian with a knack for turning pain into punchlines, shares his raw and hilarious journey on this episode of '12 Questions'. Hosts Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates dive into Keith's childhood memories, including his mother's drug-induced psychosis, and explore how these experiences have influenced his path to comedy.
Keith opens up about the duality of living with addiction in the family—its darkness and its unintended humor. Through twelve thought-provoking questions, he discusses the importance of forgiveness, self-acceptance, and the healing power of laughter. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Keith's story offers a blend of humor and hope that reminds us all of the resilience within.
Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that sheds light on the unseen impacts of addiction and the redemptive power of comedy.