David Boyle
David Boyle
Day 137 - Fuck Sober October
Day 137 - Fuck Sober October
Day 137 - Fuck Sober October
Tuesday 1st October 2019
Join comedian David Boyle as he discusses why Sober October might not be for everyone and shares his own journey with addiction on 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'.
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Get the buttons here!David Boyle's Take on Sober October: Why It Might Not Be for Everyone
It's pretty much the ice bucket challenge. It's the same shit. All you need to do is get a small enough group of fucking idiots to jump on board and then the tsunami of mindless idiots will follow.
Imagine someone telling you that a month-long challenge like Sober October isn't the magical solution everyone makes it out to be. In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle does just that. Known for his raw humor and unfiltered honesty, Boyle shares why he thinks Sober October might not be the answer for those grappling with serious addiction issues.
He likens it to other social media challenges, like the ice bucket challenge, which often attract a 'tsunami of mindless followers' rather than addressing the root problems. Boyle's perspective is that the people who truly need to quit drinking are not the ones likely to participate in such campaigns. He delves into his own battles with addiction, touching on how seemingly innocent pharmaceuticals like codeine can lead down a dark path to harder substances.
With his usual mix of humor and blunt truth, Boyle points out that painkillers like oxycontin are 'basically heroin, more or less', but without the same societal stigma. This episode isn't just a critique of public health campaigns; it's also a candid look at Boyle's ongoing journey towards sobriety. He talks about how ketosis has helped him stay focused and even invites listeners to contribute their wildest stories for his 'fucked up Fridays' segment.
Boyle's message is clear: recovery is complex and deeply personal. His honesty and authenticity shine through as he calls out the flaws in popular sobriety challenges while sharing his own experiences and strategies for staying sober. If you're looking for a no-holds-barred discussion on addiction and recovery, this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol' is one you won't want to miss.