David Boyle

I'm Quitting Alcohol

David Boyle

  • 5 Years 119 days - Can't See to Can't See

5 Years 119 days - Can't See to Can't See

Sunday 8th September 2024

Join comedian David Boyle as he shares his journey from alcohol addiction to sobriety, blending humour with raw honesty about life's daily grind.
Explicit
8 minutes
Honest
Humorous
Raw
Engaging
Reflective

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I'm Quitting Alcohol
Author:
David Boyle
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Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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From Booze to Balance: David Boyle's Sober Journey

Episode Overview

  • David Boyle discusses his long work hours from 'can't see to can't see'.
  • Boyle reflects on his past life of constant weekends and how things have changed.
  • The episode touches on historical labour conditions and their harsh realities.
  • Boyle shares humorous yet poignant anecdotes about his colleagues and their views on drinking.
  • He talks about upcoming travel plans to Vietnam and India as a break from his hectic schedule.
It's a man's God given right to have a beer, isn't it?
Ever wondered what it’s like to transition from a booze-soaked life to sobriety? Comedian David Boyle gives you a peek into his rollercoaster journey in this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'. Boyle takes you through his chaotic daily routine, which now involves working long hours - from 'can't see to can't see'. He reminisces about the days when every day felt like the weekend and how his life has changed dramatically since then.
Despite the grueling schedule, Boyle finds time to share personal anecdotes, like having dinner with his wife and discussing work-life balance with a colleague who dreams of simply walking his daughter to school every day. The episode also touches on historical labour conditions and the concept of a 'God-given right' to have a beer after work, a phrase often echoed on his worksite.
Boyle’s storytelling is raw and humorous, making you laugh while also prompting reflection on the realities of working life and the pursuit of happiness. If you’re looking for an honest, no-holds-barred take on sobriety and life’s daily grind, this episode is a must-listen.