Dave and Chris
Dave and Chris
Dopey 247: Cooking up some Dopey with Top Chef's Gregory Gourdet, cocaine, psychedelics, gardening, alcohol, recovery
Dopey 247: Cooking up some Dopey with Top Chef's Gregory Gourdet, cocaine, psychedelics, gardening, alcohol, recovery
Dopey 247: Cooking up some Dopey with Top Chef's Gregory Gourdet, cocaine, psychedelics, gardening, alcohol, recovery
Saturday 11th July 2020
Top Chef's Gregory Gourdet talks addiction, recovery, and second chances on Dopey. Tune in for an inspiring story of resilience.
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Get the buttons here!Gregory Gourdet: From Top Chef to Sober Life on Dopey
I started seeing that being really vocal about my sobriety is actually a way that it helps other people...
What happens when a celebrated chef swaps the chaos of the kitchen for the clarity of sobriety? In this episode of Dopey, Top Chef's Gregory Gourdet shares his remarkable story of addiction, recovery, and second chances. Gregory opens up about his turbulent relationship with cocaine, alcohol, and psychedelics, and how the rave scene fueled his substance use. But it's not all doom and gloom; he also shares how he found a new lease on life through sobriety.
Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at the restaurant industry's often-hidden ties to drugs and alcohol. Gregory doesn't hold back as he discusses the pressures and temptations that come with being a top chef. He also highlights the transformative power of being open about his recovery journey, both personally and professionally.
The episode isn't just for foodies or those in recovery; it's for anyone curious about the highs and lows of addiction and the incredible resilience it takes to overcome it. Alongside Gregory's candid revelations, the show features heartfelt emails, voicemails, and a special appearance by fan-favorite Alan. Whether you're looking for inspiration or simply a compelling story, this episode of Dopey offers a raw and honest look at the struggles and triumphs of one man's journey to sobriety.