This Week on Dopey! We are joined by brilliant singer/songwriter/guitar player Duane Betts! Duane grew up touring with the Allman Brothers Band with his father - the legendary Dickie Betts! Duane gets super honest and raw on his childhood on tour, his life bicoastal between Malibu and Florida. Getting into music, playing in bands and how he got lost in the world of addiction and how he found himself clean, sober and enjoying his life. PLUS! Voicemails! Emails and the return of Howard 'Beach' Buksbaum! All that and more on a brand new episode of that good old Dopey Show! 
 
notes from the editor:

- growing up on tour

- mdma youth

- living in malibu at cher's house

- various music projects

- malibu black tar

- allman brothers and heroin

- car accident while scoring crack

- crack and tar dabs

- finding his friend dead

- crack OD

- possession arrest
- making him choose between family in the game lol
 
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keywordsDopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, harm reduction, Dwayne Betts, music, personal stories, community support, therapy, drug culture, addiction, recovery, music, family, relationships, heroin, opiates, community, DopeyCon, Dwayne Betts
takeaways

• David shares his struggles with addiction and love for drugs.


• The importance of compassion in addiction treatment is emphasized.


• Debate on whether harm reduction strategies enable drug use.


• Community support is crucial in recovery, as seen in DopeyCon.


• Listeners share their personal stories, highlighting the podcast's impact.


• Therapy is presented as a vital tool for self-care and recovery.


• David discusses his early experiences with drugs and music.


• Dwayne Betts reflects on his father's legacy and his own musical journey.


• The transition from fun to addiction is explored in depth.


• Malibu's drug culture and its influence on David's life are discussed. Addiction can lead to a tumultuous journey filled with highs and lows.


• Relationships often suffer due to the effects of addiction.


• Recovery is a personal journey that can take many forms.


• Music can serve as a powerful tool for healing and connection.


• Community support is crucial in the recovery process.


• Experiences with drugs can vary greatly depending on the environment.


• Finding purpose in life after addiction is essential for long-term recovery.


• The legacy of family can influence one's path in life and recovery.


• Engaging with others who share similar experiences can foster healing.


• Life can be beautiful and fulfilling after overcoming addiction.

titles

• Celebrating Community: DopeyCon 500


• Harm Reduction: A Double-Edged Sword? The Role of Community in Recovery


• Reflections on Life After Addiction

summaryIn this episode of the Dopey Podcast, David Manheim shares his personal struggles with addiction, the importance of compassion in treatment, and the ongoing debate surrounding harm reduction strategies. The conversation highlights community support through events like DopeyCon, the significance of therapy in recovery, and personal stories from listeners. David also interviews musician Dwayne Betts, discussing his father's legacy and the impact of growing up in a musical family amidst drug culture in Malibu. The episode explores the transition from fun to addiction and reflects on the challenges faced along the way. In this conversation, Dwayne Betts shares his journey through addiction, the impact it had on his relationships, and his path to recovery. He reflects on his experiences with drugs, the challenges of touring, and the importance of community and family in his life. Dwayne discusses how music has become a source of purpose and joy for him, and he emphasizes the beauty of life after addiction. The conversation also touches on the upcoming DopeyCon and the significance of community engagement in recovery.
Sound Bites

• "I'm a junkie"


• "Compassion and connection are two things I strive to have."


• "Does this enable users to go hard in the paint?"


• "I just want this to end."


• "I have all of these experiences from being in nice houses."


• "I got probably 21."

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dopey Podcast and Personal Struggles
02:55 The Role of Compassion in Addiction Treatment
05:47 Debate on Harm Reduction Strategies
09:07 Celebrating Milestones and Community Support
11:59 Voicemail Stories and Listener Engagement
18:05 The Importance of Therapy and Self-Care
20:01 Personal Stories of Addiction and Recovery
27:12 Interview with Dwayne Betts: Musical Legacy and Personal Journey
34:10 Growing Up in a Musical Family and Early Experiences with Drugs
39:50 The Transition from Fun to Addiction
49:47 Reflections on Malibu Life and Drug Culture
01:07:02 The Journey Through Addiction
01:12:50 The Impact of Addiction on Relationships
01:20:30 Finding Recovery and New Beginnings
01:30:11 Life After Addiction: Music and Purpose
01:34:01 Reflections on Recovery and Community
01:40:06 The Legacy of Family and Music
01:46:13 The Future of Dopey and Community Engagement