Bob Forrest
Bob Forrest
Episode Two Hundred Twenty Four
Episode Two Hundred Twenty Four
Episode Two Hundred Twenty Four
Wednesday 30th November 2022
Bob Forrest and Chuk talk benzos, barbiturates, overdose rates, and music evolution in this engaging 'Don't Die Podcast' episode.
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70 minutes
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Thought-provoking
Engaging
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Author:
Bob Forrest
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Bob Forrest on Benzos, Barbiturates, and the Evolution of Music
We want to be pain-free when we're Seventy, Eight. It just fits perfectly with the baby society we've become.
What happens when you mix music nostalgia with hard-hitting truths about addiction? You get an episode of 'Don't Die Podcast' that's both entertaining and eye-opening. In this episode, Bob Forrest and his co-host Chuk kick things off with a light-hearted chat about vacation memories, including Elvis discovering their podcast and some amusing Disneyland senior moments. But it doesn't take long for the conversation to dive deep into more serious territory.
Bob opens up about the alarming rise of benzodiazepines and barbiturates in today's society, dubbing them the 'Charlie Brown Loser Pill'. He doesn't just talk statistics; he shares personal insights and experiences that make the issue hit home. The discussion also touches on the overdose death rate and the urgent need for better treatment and rehabilitation options. Yet, it's not all doom and gloom. Bob and Chuk sprinkle in plenty of humor and anecdotes, making the episode engaging and relatable.
They also take a nostalgic trip back to the music of the 70s and 80s, comparing it to today's pop scene. Bob's critique of modern music's lack of lasting value is both sharp and thought-provoking. If you're looking for a podcast that blends humor with hard truths, personal stories with societal issues, this episode of 'Don't Die Podcast' is a must-listen.