A Heartfelt Farewell: Dayna Keyes' Final Interview with Dave Navarro
But there's an internal, like a real mental health struggle that's going on.
In a deeply touching episode of 'Radio Rehab with Dayna Keyes', listeners are met with both sorrow and celebration. Producer Charlene Goto opens the show with the heartbreaking news of Dayna Keyes' passing, offering a poignant reflection on her legacy and what the future holds for the podcast. As a tribute to Dayna, the episode features her last interview, an intimate conversation with rock guitar legend Dave Navarro of Jane's Addiction and Red Hot Chili Peppers fame.
The two dive into the intersection of addiction, creativity, and mental health, discussing Dave's art exhibit, Duel Diagnosis, which aims to shed light on mental health through powerful artistic expression. The exhibit, showcased at the West Chelsea Contemporary in Austin, Texas, started as a simple conversation between Dave and his friend PADHiA about their struggles and triumphs. Their raw and vulnerable artworks create a space for reflection and connection, emphasizing the importance of understanding mental health.
Throughout the interview, Dayna's warmth and humor shine through, making it evident why she was so beloved by many. The discussion touches on how addiction has impacted the lives of great artists and the healing power of art and music. Dave shares that 'some of the greatest art and music tends to come from individuals who have something deeper and more challenging going on inside'.
This episode is a beautiful tribute to Dayna's spirit and her relentless fight for recovery and mental health awareness. It serves as a reminder to break down the stigma surrounding these issues and to create spaces for healing. To honor Dayna's memory, the Dana Keys memorial fund has been established to support those in need of addiction and mental health services. Tune in to this moving episode on 'Radio Rehab' and join the conversation around addiction and recovery.