Dopenly Honest

Dopenly Honest

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Dopenly Honest is bold new podcast from Kentucky that’s breaking the silence around addiction and recovery. Hosted by Zavian Dre, this podcast shares real, unfiltered stories of pain, resilience and healing from people who made it out and found their way back to life. Join Zavian and a community of voices determined to break the chains of addiction together; one story, one voice, one truth at a time. Listen now.

2 DAYS AGO

The High Cost of Low-Living

In this episode of Dopenly Honest, host Zavian Banta sits down with his long-time friend and brother-in-recovery, ToJo Brooks, for a conversation that is as raw as it is refined. ToJo doesn’t just share a "sobriety story"—he deconstructs the psychological architecture of addiction and offers a Masterclass in Acceptance. From the railroad tracks of Kentucky to the high-stakes world of Florida’s drug scene, ToJo reflects on the "actor’s mask" he wore for decades. He reveals the moment his world shifted: facing a Stage 3 prostate cancer diagnosis while in the grips of an even more lethal disease—active addiction. Inside the Episode: The Prison Pivot: Why ToJo calls his time in the system one of the "best things that ever happened" to his foundation. The Fatherhood Gap: A transparent look at the pain of missing a child’s birth and the journey to becoming the father his six children deserve. The "Stop Sign" Analogy: A genius-level breakdown of why you can't just "slow down" when dealing with a life-threatening addiction. Connect with Tojo @ TojoBTV Support the Show: At Dopenly Honest, we believe recovery is possible, one story at a time. Do you want to support our work? Leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify to help us bring you more inspiring guests and conversations. Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @dopenlyhonest + #DopenlyHonest Connect on Socials:Instagram — @dopenlyhonestFacebook — Dopenly Honest The Dopenly Honest TeamZavian Dre — Host & CreatorRussell Chapa — Producer, Sound Engineer, Original MusicYeva Chisholm/Venus Marketing — Design & Digital Marketing A Buyride Production

35 min
22 FEB

Running isn't an Option

In this solo episode of Dopenly Honest: Breaking the Chains of Addiction, Zavian gets into something every addict in recovery must face: learning how to cope with life when difficulties show up. The old ways of handling fear and trauma can seem "normal", but approaching worry and fear while rooted in faith, fellowship, and recovery is what it takes to go next level. Drawing from the “Who Is an Addict?” reading in the Narcotics Anonymous Basic Text, Zavian reflects on what it means to accept the disease of addiction; and why coping skills aren’t optional in early recovery, they’re necessary for survival. This episode is a reminder that: You can’t treat addiction casually. You can’t heal what you won’t be honest about. And you can’t stay clean without action. At Dopenly Honest we believe recovery is possible, one story at a time. Do you want to support our work? Leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple or Spotify to help us bring you more inspiring guests and conversations. Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials!

29 min
11 FEB

This too shall pass

In this powerful episode of Dopenly Honest, Zavian sits down with Brooke Johnson who has been in recovery for nine years and is living proof that it is never too late to start over. Brooke’s story doesn’t hold back. Born into addiction, raised between chaos and her grandparents’ stability, Brooke started using at just 13 years old, sometimes with her own family.
22 JAN

The Power of Showing Up

In this powerful episode of Dopenly Honest, Zavian sits down with Andre Quincy, a man whose life and recovery have impacted countless people in our community. With a clean date of February 17, 1998, Andre shares his journey from a young man just trying to fit in, to the depths of addiction, and finally to a life rebuilt through honesty, surrender, and service. Andre speaks openly about how addiction took control of his thinking, his relationships, and his sense of self, and how working a program one day at a time gave him a way back. This conversation is about more than “putting the drugs down.” Andre talks about what it really means to recover: working the steps, showing up for family, serving others, staying consistent, and learning how to live life on life’s terms. From taking meetings into the jail, to rebuilding trust, to staying clean through loss. Andre’s story is a living example that long-term recovery is possible. Whether you’re new to recovery, have years clean, or are still on the fence, this episode is full of honesty, wisdom, and hope for anyone who is still-suffering. Because as Andre reminds us: as long as there’s hope, there’s a chance.

43 min
11 JAN

Let's Get Straight To It--2026!

As we move into the New Year, Zavian takes time to look back on how far this podcast & his recovery journey have come. What started as a thought became a platform, and now, six episodes in, we’re going strong, but also just getting started. Zavian reflects on the victories of 2025, the lives touched along the way, and the power of having a voice when life once felt meaningless. He lays out his vision for 2026: more exclusive interviews with people in recovery, deeper conversations with addiction counselors, doctors, and professionals in the field, and more content centered on hope, recovery, and transformation. This episode is about gratitude, growth, and purpose. Whether you’re in recovery, struggling with active addiction, or loving someone who is, this message is for you. Recovery is possible, freedom is real, and a new way of life is within reach.

12 min
11/12/2025

Through Hell & High Water

In this deeply personal milestone episode of Dopenly Honest, host Zavian Dre steps out from behind the mic to share the unfiltered story of how he achieved two years of sobriety. From the early days when even 30 minutes without using felt impossible, to receiving his Black Key Tag at his home group, Zavian brings listeners into the heart of what “no matter what” recovery really looks like. Growing up in the tiny town of Eminence, Kentucky, Zavian opens up about the beginnings of his addiction, the chaos that shaped him, and the spiritual reconnection that ultimately saved his life. He reflects on the power of consistency, the ups and downs of the past two years, and the way helping others has become his mission. If you’re still struggling, if you’re trying to find your way out, or if you love someone who’s battling addiction, this episode is for you. Zavian’s story is a reminder that recovery is possible for anyone willing to take that first step. This is Zavian’s story. 100% real. 100% Kentucky. And 100% hope. Support the Show At Dopenly Honest we believe recovery is possible, one story at a time. Do you want to support our work? Leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple or Spotify to help us bring you more inspiring guests and conversations. Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @dopenlyhonest + #DopenlyHonest Connect on Socials: Instagram — @dopenlyhonest Facebook — Dopenly Honest The Dopenly Honest Team Zavian Dre — Host & Creator Russell Chapa — Producer, Sound Engineer, Original Music Yeva Chisholm/Venus Marketing — Design & Digital Marketing A Buyride Production

20 min
22/11/2025

Finding My Peace

In the 3rd episode of Dopenly Honest, host Zavian Dre sits down with fellow Kentuckian Matthew 'Fig' Nelson for a moving conversation about what it takes to find recovery. Fig opens up about the early moments that pulled him into addiction at just nine years old, the progression from alcohol to cocaine to meth, and the years he spent homeless, hustling, and losing everything, including his family’s trust and his place in his children’s lives. With raw honesty, Fig shares how his individual battles with addiction tore his life and relationships apart, and how finding peace within himself became the foundation for his healing. Today, Fig is clean, rebuilding relationships, showing up for his family, and committed to helping others find their way out of addiction. His story is one of resilience, forgiveness, and the daily choice to stay in recovery. Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for a story of hope, this episode offers a candid look at how far down addiction can take you… and how far back a person can come. Liked the show? Leave a 5-star rating and review to help us bring you more inspiring guests and conversations. Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @dopenlyhonest + #DopenlyHonest Connect on Socials: Instagram — @dopenlyhonest Facebook — Dopenly Honest The Dopenly Honest Team Zavian Dre — Host & Creator Russell Chapa — Producer, Sound Engineer, Original Music Yeva Chisholm / Venus Marketing — Design & Digital Marketing A Buyride Production https://chapamusic.com/buyride-productions

45 min
11/11/2025

A We Thing: Together We Can Recover

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48 min
29/10/2025

We Ain't Gonna Live Like That No More

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35 min
21/10/2025

Welcome to Dopenly Honest

Welcome to Dopenly Honest, a bold new podcast from Kentucky that’s breaking the silence around addiction and recovery. Hosted by Zavian Dre, this podcast shares real stories of resilience and healing from people who made it out and found their way back to life.

10 Episodes

Dopenly Honest is bold new podcast from Kentucky that’s breaking the silence around addiction and recovery. Hosted by Zavian Dre, this podcast shares real, unfiltered stories of pain, resilience and healing from people who made it out and found their way back to life. Join Zavian and a community of voices determined to break the chains of addiction together; one story, one voice, one truth at a time. Listen now.

Creator

Dopenly Honest
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

10
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Explicit
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