Joe Klocek's Journey: Addiction, Relapse, and Finding Humor in Recovery
And here's the thing that's difficult to admit. And, um, a bigger blow actually than when my father passed away, because I knew my dad was in bad shape and I knew it was going to happen.
How do you turn the darkest moments of addiction into something that makes people laugh? In this episode of 'Radio Rehab with Dayna Keyes', comedian Joe Klocek opens up about his rollercoaster journey through addiction, relapse, and recovery. Joe shares the raw reality of what it feels like to lose time to addiction and the heavy weight of stigma that follows.
He doesn't shy away from discussing the hard parts, like the constant 'what ifs' that linger in the back of his mind, reminding him of the paths he could have taken. But Joe also brings a unique twist to his story – he finds humor even in the bleakest situations. His upcoming event at the SF Punchline for ReImagine End Of Life, titled 'Good Grief', is a testament to how he uses comedy as a tool for healing and connection.
Dayna and Joe dive deep into how grief and sadness are intertwined with the recovery process and how storytelling can be a powerful way to cope. If you're looking for an honest, heartfelt, and surprisingly funny take on addiction and recovery, this episode is a must-listen.