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Dopey 522: From Junky Telemarketers to Emmy-Nominated Whistleblowers, the true story of HBO's The Telemarketers
Dopey 522: From Junky Telemarketers to Emmy-Nominated Whistleblowers, the true story of HBO's The Telemarketers
Dopey 522: From Junky Telemarketers to Emmy-Nominated Whistleblowers, the true story of HBO's The Telemarketers
Friday 14th March 2025
Join Dave as he chats with Pat Pespas and Sam Lipman-Stern about HBO's 'The Telemarketers', addiction, and recovery. An episode filled with raw honesty and humour.
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Get the buttons here!The Wild World of Telemarketers and Heroin: A Chat with Pat Pespas
Episode Overview
- Insight into the making of HBO's 'The Telemarketers'
- Patrick J. Pespas' personal journey through addiction
- Discussion on telemarketing scams and their impact
- Updates from the Dopey community, including Siggy's seven-year sobriety milestone
- The importance of humour and community support in recovery
We made my dream to create something that your friends are gonna like, and a lot of people connected to it.
Get ready for an exhilarating ride as Dopey Podcast hosts Dave and Chris bring you an unforgettable episode featuring Patrick J. Pespas and Sam Lipman-Stern, the masterminds behind HBO's gripping documentary series, 'The Telemarketers'. This episode dives headfirst into the wild, scam-filled life of Pat Pespas, revealing the dark comedy and harsh realities of addiction and recovery.
With a mix of humour and raw honesty, Dave chats with Pat and Sam about their experiences, the making of the documentary, and the larger implications of their work on exposing telemarketing scams. They also touch on the ongoing battle with addiction, sharing personal stories and updates from the Dopey community, including Siggy's inspiring seven-year sobriety milestone.
The conversation is both entertaining and eye-opening, shedding light on the resilience required to overcome addiction while navigating the pitfalls of a scam-ridden industry. By the end of this episode, you'll find yourself reflecting on the power of perseverance and the importance of community support in recovery. So, why not tune in and hear these incredible stories firsthand?