David Boyle

I'm Quitting Alcohol

David Boyle

  • 5 Years 22 days - Vietnam

5 Years 22 days - Vietnam

Saturday 8th June 2024

Join David Boyle as he hilariously recounts his wild past in Vietnam and plans a sober family trip. A mix of humour and reflection!
Explicit
9 minutes
Humorous
Reflective
Honest
Entertaining
Raw

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David Boyle's Wild Vietnam Adventures: Then and Now

Episode Overview

  • David Boyle recounts his wild, booze-fuelled first trip to Vietnam.
  • Reflects on how travel priorities change with sobriety and age.
  • Plans a family trip to Vietnam with a focus on culture and food.
  • Shares humorous and raw stories from his past travels.
  • Highlights the differences between hedonistic travel and meaningful exploration.
I remember specific little parts... but I didn't see shit. I didn't see the Mekong. I didn't see whatever else there is.
David Boyle takes us on a wild ride in this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol' as he reminisces about his past trip to Vietnam and plans an upcoming visit. Boyle's humour and raw honesty shine through as he recounts his booze-fuelled adventures from his first trip, where he barely remembers anything except drinking heavily and trying heroin. His vivid storytelling will have you laughing and cringing as he shares tales of dodgy hostels, endless partying, and missed cultural experiences.
Now, sober and planning a family trip, Boyle reflects on how travel priorities shift with age. Instead of chasing hedonistic thrills, he's looking forward to exploring Vietnam's culture and cuisine. This episode is a hilarious yet poignant reminder of how far he's come in his sobriety journey. If you're in need of a good laugh or some inspiration for your own recovery, you won't want to miss this episode.