Jay Casale
Jay Casale/Stephanie Wittels Wachs
Stephanie Wittels Wachs
Stephanie Wittels Wachs
Stephanie Wittels Wachs
Monday 9th September 2019
Join Jay Casale as he talks with Stephanie Wittels Wachs about her memoir, her brother's legacy, and her podcast 'Last Day'.
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86 minutes
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Author:
Jay Casale
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Comedic Journeys
Relationships & Community
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Get the buttons here!Stephanie Wittels Wachs on Turning Tragedy into Purpose with Jay Casale
So when you're talking to your brother, you don't need to be like our mother who has gray hair and green eyes, like he knows that about her.
When Stephanie Wittels Wachs wrote her memoir, 'Everything is Horrible and Wonderful: A Tragicomic Memoir of Genius, Heroin, Love, and Loss', she couldn't have imagined the impact it would have on Jay Casale. In this heartfelt episode of 'The Lighter Side with Jay', Jay chats with Stephanie about her brother Harris's life and untimely death from a heroin overdose. Harris was a talented comedy writer known for his work on 'Parks and Recreation' and 'Master of None'.
His death in 2015 left a void that Stephanie has been filling with her mission to bring awareness to the opioid crisis through her podcast, 'Last Day'. The conversation is a blend of deep reflection and light-hearted moments. Stephanie shares her journey of writing the memoir, coping with grief, and her efforts to keep Harris's legacy alive. They also touch on quirky topics like taking naps in cars and why 'Stranger Things' will never jump the shark.
Through humor and honesty, Stephanie and Jay explore the complexities of addiction, loss, and recovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with similar issues or seeking to understand the human side of the opioid epidemic. Stephanie's candidness offers a glimmer of hope and resilience, making this discussion both touching and inspiring.