Drinking, Ego & All the Dumb Stuff We Did - Des Bishop

Comedian Des Bishop joins Forrest to talk addiction, drinking, drugs, ego, recovery, and the emotional work that comes after you stop. They get into stopping young, growing up in a recovery household, blackouts, denial, trying to control the uncontrollable, and why he still considers himself an addict 30 years later. They also talk about identity, self-sabotage, trauma, emotional resilience, aging, grief, parenting, regret, and the weird psychological gymnastics comedians do to cope with real life when the jokes run out. 🎧 If you've ever tried to outrun your own brain — or wondered why change feels so damn hard — this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on addiction, recovery, mental health, and comedy. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Dez Bishop 06:50 Cultural Differences in Comedy 09:55 Des Bishop's Journey with Addiction 12:51 The Complexity of Recovery 15:48 The Evolution of Recovery Language 18:51 Generational Perspectives on Resilience 21:56 Navigating the Comedy Industry 24:43 The Impact of Ego in Comedy 27:48 The Importance of Self-Forgetfulness 30:57 Grounding in the Face of Success 33:55 The Hidden Struggles of Gambling Addiction 38:26 Understanding Addiction and Its Impact 40:29 Personal Journeys: Early Experiences with Addiction 45:20 Family Influence and Recovery 51:04 The Role of Support Systems in Recovery 57:02 Reflections on Cancer and Life Decisions 01:05:30 Advice for Those Struggling with Addiction 01:15:15 Introduction and Guest Appreciation 01:15:15 Mental Health Resources and Support 01:17:05 Finding the Right Help 01:17:43 New Chapter59:25 Proud Moments in Recovery 01:01:31 Worst Advice During Struggles 01:02:48 Encouragement for Those Struggling 01:04:12 Introduction and Mental Health Awareness 01:07:03 Global Crisis Hotlines Overview 01:07:10 Outro 🎙️ Find Des Bishop: 🔗 Website: https://www.desbishop.net/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desbishop 👉 TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@desbishop5