David Boyle

I'm Quitting Alcohol

David Boyle

  • 5 Years 265 days - Wild West

5 Years 265 days - Wild West

Saturday 1st February 2025

Join comedian David Boyle as he navigates a wild night in Perth filled with comedy gigs, drug encounters, and reflections on sobriety.
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8 minutes
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I'm Quitting Alcohol
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David Boyle
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A Wild Night in Perth: Comedy, Chaos, and Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • David Boyle's chaotic gig at Universal Bar
  • Admiration for Aiden Jones's unique show
  • Encounters with drugs in Perth's nightlife
  • Reflection on sobriety amidst chaos
  • Finding a bloody syringe in a park
Perth is just awash with drugs. It's fucking in your face, it's out there, it's open.
In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle takes us on a wild ride through his Saturday night in Perth. Boyle kicks things off with a gig at the Universal Bar, a venue he describes as one of the trashiest places he's ever seen. The crowd was, unsurprisingly, hammered, and Boyle found himself fighting with the audience for most of his set. The chaos of the night didn't end there.
After his gig, he attended a show by fellow comedian Aiden Jones, who impressed Boyle with a performance that combined classical piano and comedy. Boyle's admiration for Jones's hard work and talent shines through as he recounts the experience. But the night was far from over. Boyle's encounters with drugs and the wild nightlife of Perth continued, highlighting the city's rampant drug problem.
From being offered MDMA by another comedian to sharing a bump with a stranger in a toilet, Boyle's night was filled with unexpected twists. He even stumbled upon a bloody syringe in a park while walking with a friend. Boyle's candid and humorous storytelling makes for an entertaining listen, as he navigates the highs and lows of a sober life in a city that never sleeps.
This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, from laughter to reflection, and offers a raw glimpse into Boyle's world. Don't miss out on this wild adventure – it's one you won't forget.