In this episode of the Dopey Podcast, David Manheim discusses his recent experiences and travels, including a political tribunal in the Philippines. He also talks about his struggles with sleep and the importance of having a sponsor in recovery. The conversation touches on serious topics such as addiction, racism, and human rights abuses, but is infused with David's signature humor. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their experiences with addiction, rehab, and politics. They share personal stories and anecdotes, including their interactions with famous individuals. They also touch on topics such as the Biden family, the future of the economy, and the state of American politics. The conversation is filled with humor, sarcasm, and candid reflections on their own journeys. In this part of the conversation, David and Brace discuss their experiences with different drugs, including ketamine, Ibogaine, ayahuasca, LSD, mushrooms, ecstasy, and heroin. They share personal anecdotes and preferences, highlighting the effects and experiences they had with each substance. They also touch on the topic of God and spirituality, with Brace expressing his skepticism and David sharing his belief in a higher power. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted game of choosing between two options. In this final part of the conversation, David and Chris discuss the challenges of answering questions about drug use during treatment intake calls. They also explore how to find the right therapist and the importance of the therapeutic relationship. They touch on topics such as spiritual trauma, the different age groups and substance use patterns, and the potential dangers of new drugs like kratom. The conversation ends with David sharing his recent cravings and Aurora joining in for a brief chat. KeywordsDopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, sleep issues, politics, Philippines, racism, human rights abuses, addiction, rehab, politics, Biden family, economy, American politics, drugs, ketamine, Ibogaine, ayahuasca, LSD, mushrooms, ecstasy, heroin, God, spirituality, treatment intake calls, finding the right therapist, therapeutic relationship, spiritual trauma, age groups and substance use, new drugs, cravings Takeaways

• David shares his recent experiences and travels, including a political tribunal in the Philippines.
• He discusses his struggles with sleep and the importance of having a sponsor in recovery.
• The conversation touches on serious topics such as addiction, racism, and human rights abuses.
• David's humor adds a lighthearted touch to the conversation. Rehab romances can be complicated and often lead to relapse
• The hosts express their disillusionment with the current political landscape
• They discuss the need for radical changes in the economy and society
• The conversation highlights the challenges and guilt associated with addiction and recovery
• The hosts share personal stories and anecdotes, providing a candid and humorous perspective on their experiences Different drugs have different effects and experiences, and individuals may have different preferences and reactions to them.
• Personal anecdotes can provide insight into the experiences and effects of various substances.
• Beliefs about God and spirituality can vary among individuals, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
• Engaging in lighthearted games and discussions can add a fun element to conversations. Answering questions about drug use during treatment intake calls can be challenging and may require balancing honesty with potential consequences.
• When looking for a therapist, it's important to consider what you're looking for and ask questions about their approach and theoretical orientation.
• Spiritual trauma can be a real issue for individuals who have experienced a disconnection from their faith or culture.
• Substance use patterns