Dopenly Honest

Dopenly Honest

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.

Episodes

  1. Through Hell & High Water

    12/11/2025

    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
  2. Finding My Peace

    11/22/2025

    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
5
out of 5
7 Ratings

About

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.