This week on Dopey! We had the absolutely sweetest guest ever - filmmaker and Breathe Life Healing Center Regional LGBTQIA+ Outreach Representative - Brian Whisenant! Straight out of Mississippi and the Dopey Nation, Brian came to my dad's house to tell his insane tell of Meth Addiction, crazy chem sex, and heart breaking trauma! Brian's journey is one of the dopiest ever told! PLUS lots of nitrous, recovery and dumb shit! Plus loads of dumb shit including a 'sex sling! Loads of debauchery, heart break and recovery in the latesrt new episode of the good old Dopey show!
 
 
Summary: Brian Wisnand shares his personal story of growing up gay in Mississippi, experiencing molestation and rape, and the impact it had on his sexuality and addiction. He discusses the importance of addressing trauma and the stigma surrounding it. Brian also talks about his movie, which explores his experiences and the journey of healing and recovery. David Manheim shares his experience with meth addiction and the connection between meth use and sex parties in the gay community. In this final part of the conversation, Brian discusses his experience with sex parties and the fusion of drugs and sex. He talks about his struggles with meth addiction and his transition to using Adderall. Brian also reflects on his relationship with his mother and the challenges of coming out as gay. He shares his thoughts on Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and the importance of honesty in recovery. The conversation concludes with Brian discussing his short film, Wrath Mercy, and his hopes for its release.
KeywordsBrian Wisnand, Mississippi, gay, molestation, rape, trauma, addiction, healing, recovery, movie, meth addiction, sex parties, gay community, recovery, psychosis, sex parties, meth addiction, Adderall, coming out, Narcotics Anonymous, honesty in recovery, short film
Takeaways

• Growing up gay in Mississippi in the 90s was challenging due to the lack of understanding and acceptance.
• Brian experienced molestation and rape by an older man, which had a profound impact on his understanding of his own sexuality.
• The trauma and confusion surrounding the abuse contributed to Brian's addiction and disassociation.
• Addressing and sharing his story has been a crucial part of Brian's healing and recovery journey.
• The stigma surrounding trauma and the need for open conversations and support are highlighted in Brian's experiences. Meth addiction can lead to engaging in risky sexual behavior, such as participating in sex parties.
• The use of meth in the gay community is more common compared to other communities.
• Meth use can lead to psychosis and paranoia, causing individuals to have distorted perceptions and beliefs.
• Recovery from meth addiction often involves addressing underlying trauma and patterns of behavior.
• The intertwined nature of meth use and sex parties can create a cycle of seeking pleasure and escape. Brian shares his experiences with sex parties and the fusion of drugs and sex
• He discusses his struggles with meth addiction and his transition to using Adderall
• Brian reflects on his relationship with his mother and the challenges of coming out as gay
• He emphasizes the importance of honesty in recovery and shares his thoughts on Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
• The conversation concludes with Brian discussing his short film, Wrath Mercy, and his hopes for its release

Titles

• The Impact of Trauma on Sexuality and Addiction
• Navigating the Challenges of Growing Up Gay in Mississippi The Impact of Meth Use on Mental Health and Perception
• The Cycle of Seeking Pleasure and Escape in Meth Addiction The Power of Honesty in Recovery
• Coming Out and Navigating Relationships

Sound Bites

• "I was molested like a lot of people like when I was 15 years old"
• "I didn't even know what rape was. I didn't know what any of these things were."
• "I got triggered. Not triggered to use, but triggered to be traumatized."
• "Why do some drug addicts live and some don't?"
• "There may be a video of me out there wearing a wrestling outfit"
• "I remember saying, 'Are you a homosexual?'"
• "Sniffy's like, why did I even bring that up?"
• "Sniffy's has sex parties"
• "You unfuse meth, sex, and technology"

Chapters
00:00Introduction: Brian Wisnand's Story
30:17Growing Up Gay in Mississippi
38:09Trauma and its Impact
43:38Addressing Trauma and Healing
46:00The Connection Between Meth Addiction and Sex Parties
54:25Addressing Sexual Identity and Coming Out
01:05:34The Gay Pillowcase Story
01:19:16The Impact of Meth Use on Behavior
01:22:39The Role of Technology in Meth Use and Sex Parties
01:27:27The Intertwined Nature of Meth Use and Sexual Behavior
01:28:54Exploring the World of Sex Parties and Drug Use
01:33:13From Meth Addiction to Adderall: Brian's Journey
01:38:27Coming Out and Navigating Relationships
01:45:13The Power of Honesty in Recovery
01:49:59Wrath Mercy: Brian's Short Film and Future Plans

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