Smiling Joe's Wild Tales: From Debauchery to Recovery
You know my mother was very sick and he stood by her. He says: don't do what I did when he saw you with her.
Ever wondered what it’s like to dance on the edge of chaos and still find a way back? In this episode of Dopey, Dave and Chris bring you the rollercoaster life of Smiling Joe, a Strong Island legend with stories that span decades of wild living. Dave kicks things off by getting real about his own struggles in recovery, touching on the challenges of staying sober during a pandemic.
But it’s Smiling Joe who steals the show with his jaw-dropping tales of heroin, coke, speedballs, and methadone. From daring robberies to bizarre encounters, Joe’s stories are as captivating as they are cautionary. And just when you think you’ve heard it all, there's an email about a dope fiend getting paid for a dead dog that wasn’t even his. Plus, you'll get a peek into Dave's quirky obsession with Nyquil and enjoy a hilarious 80's TV parody song.
This episode is a wild ride through addiction and recovery, sprinkled with humor and raw honesty. Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Smiling Joe's journey offers a mix of cautionary tales and glimmers of hope.