Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
Dopey, hosted by Dave and Chris, is a dark comedy podcast about drug use, addiction, recovery and harm reduction, with guests from comedy, music and recovery circles. It has 851 episodes released almost daily, with a median episode length of about 91 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Long-running addiction comedy with a loyal, engaged daily audience
- 851 episodes released almost daily, with a 2,762-rating Apple Podcasts record averaging 4.8 stars
- Long episodes, with a median of about 91 minutes, leave room for multiple host-read mid-roll placements
- Patreon community, merchandise shop and live DopeyCon events give a direct path to a loyal listener base
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, solo monologue
- Tone
- irreverent, candid
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 60 to 120 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The website has a Patreon membership and a merchandise shop, and says 'Support Our Sponsors' without naming any sponsors in the dossier.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles include 'Doggy Cream Pies, Foot Jobs, Oxycontin, MDMA' and 'Naked at Gunpoint', and the show is flagged explicit in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.dopeypodcast.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1077823917 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/OC5bZYjc |
Benchmark score: 50 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Dopey 605: Betty Guadagno — Her Parents Killed Themselves in Suicide P | 2026-10-16 | 2 h 2 min |
| NYC Hardcore Legend John Joseph — Crack Binges, Fake Acid, Knife Fight | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 43 min |
| I lost a Million Dollars Gambling! Casino Comps, Stolen Jewelry & Gamb | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 26 min |
| Tuesday Teaser - Heart Attack Doug Back in the Hospital! Near Death! W | 2026-10-13 | 26 min |
| Dopey Total Replay 48: Vipassana, Reddit, Naked at Gunpoint, Cocaine C | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 28 min |
| Dopey 604: DopeyCon 7: Hank Azaria, Hamilton Morris, Zac Clark, James | 2026-10-09 | 2 h 28 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 1 days.
Dopey Podcast is the world’s greatest podcast on drugs, addiction and dumb shit. Chris and I were two IV heroin addicts who loved to talk about all the coke we smoked, snorted and shot, all the pills we ate, smoked, all the weed we smoked and ate, all the booze we consumed and all the consequences we suffered. After making the show for 2 and a half years, Chris tragically relapsed and died from a…
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About Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
Dopey is a podcast about drugs, addiction, recovery and dark comedy, hosted by Dave and Chris, according to the show's feed and website. Its website describes the show as candid tales from two former IV heroin users who keep addicts and alcoholics company, and it has released 851 episodes since January 2016. Recent episodes include interviews with comedians, musicians and people in recovery, and the show covers harm reduction and medication-assisted treatment.
According to Apple Podcasts, the show has 2,762 ratings and an average of 4.8 stars, and it is updated weekly on that platform. The median episode runs about 91 minutes, and the feed shows a near-daily release pattern. Listener figures are estimates: about 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, with an audience skewing toward adults aged 25 to 44. Patreon, a merchandise shop and DopeyCon live events provide support beyond ads.
The feed and website name no sponsors, so no sponsor history can be confirmed. The estimated rate is $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll. The show suits recovery services, wellness brands and adult consumer products that can accept explicit content.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
How much does Dopey charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Dopey's estimated rate is about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. The exact price depends on placement and the number of spots booked.
What is Dopey about?
Dopey is a podcast about drugs, addiction, recovery and dark comedy, hosted by Dave and Chris. Episodes include interviews with guests from comedy, music and recovery, along with harm reduction discussions and personal stories.
How do I contact Dopey about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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