This week on Dopey we are joined by singer/songwriter, guitar player and all around good guy and new(ish) friend Anders Osborne! Anders and I have a fun talk about next level recovery, spirituality and some of his last days of using! Plus his time playing with Toots and the Maytals and Phil Lesh! Twas a beautiful time! PLUS voicemails, emails, DopeyCon 500, Lux Dungeon's The Muffin Man and much much much more on this brand new episode of the good old Dopey show. NOTE: DopeyCon 500 doors open at 4pm show starts at 4:30pm! Dopeycon 500 Tickets: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/1311031 Patreon: whttps://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Here is what AI said: keywordsDopey, addiction, recovery, community, compassion, sobriety, music, mental health, support, personal stories summaryIn this episode of Dopey, host David Manheim discusses the importance of compassion and connection in recovery, shares listener stories, and reflects on the journey of sobriety. The conversation features musician Anders Osborne, who shares insights on purification, self-discovery, and the duality of experience in recovery. The episode emphasizes the significance of community support, the role of music in healing, and the ongoing journey of personal growth and understanding. takeaways Compassion and connection are essential in recovery. Community engagement is vital for celebrating milestones. Listener stories highlight the struggles and triumphs of sobriety. Moderation in alcohol consumption can be beneficial for some. Detox experiences can be challenging but transformative. Purification in recovery involves self-discovery and awareness. Loss and grief can significantly impact the recovery journey. Music plays a crucial role in healing and recovery. Ambition can coexist with recovery but should be balanced. Finding purpose through suffering can lead to personal growth. titles The Role of Music in Healing Navigating Ambition in Sobriety Sound Bites "Compassion and connection is just the way to do it." "It's gonna sell out!" "Leave a five-star review on iTunes!" Chapters 00:00Introduction to DopeyCon and the Podcast's Mission 02:56The Importance of Compassion in Recovery 05:49Celebrating Milestones and Community Engagement 09:09Listener Stories: Struggles and Triumphs 12:04Sponsorships and Support for Recovery 14:48The Role of Moderation in Alcohol Consumption 18:07Reflections on Detox and Early Recovery Experiences 20:53Voicemail Stories: Precipitated Withdrawal 23:53Introducing Anders Osborne: A Journey Through Recovery 26:46Purification and Self-Discovery in Recovery 30:08The Impact of Loss and Grief in Recovery 33:12The Journey of Sobriety: From Darkness to Light 36:02The Role of Music in Healing and Recovery 38:54Ambition and Its Place in Recovery 41:48The Duality of Experience: Pain and Joy 44:51Finding Purpose Through Suffering 48:01The Importance of Community in Recovery 50:48Final Thoughts and Reflections on the Journey 54:08Closing Remarks and Future Aspirations