#2373 - Dave Landau

Dave Landau openly discusses his tumultuous past with substance abuse, addressing both the humorous and harrowing details of his addiction and mental health struggles which have shaped his life and comedy.

Dave Landau's Tumultuous Past With Substance Abuse, Arrests

Landau's journey is marked by heavy drinking and drug use, including experiences with LSD, mushrooms, and painkillers such as [restricted term] and [restricted term], which he began using as a teenager. His substance use sometimes led to risky behavior, like giving "lawn jobs" after parties and often alternating between drugs like LSD and mushrooms when not using alcohol.

Landau's Substance Abuse Resulted In DUIs, Minor Possession Charges, and a Two-week Institutionalization After an Alcohol Binge

Landau notes that by the age of 16 he experienced withdrawal symptoms like shakes when not drinking. His addiction once culminated in binge drinking to the point of being taken home by the police and institutionalized for two weeks, where he was placed alongside patients with serious mental health issues, signaling a misunderstanding of his addiction as a mental illness. Landau reveals that he was arrested 13 times, including for multiple DUIs and minor possession of alcohol (MIPs). Each arrest tied back to his heavy substance use, further highlighting the significant legal repercussions of his addiction.

Landau's Family History of Addiction Influenced His Struggles, Which He Overcame Through Rehab and Sobriety, Though Cravings Persist

Landau's struggle with addiction has a genetic component, as he learned of a family history of substance abuse from his father before he passed away. This discovery marked a realization that his propensity for addiction may have been influenced by his family's past. Landau embarked on a path to sobriety, but cravings continue to affect him, as he shared an anecdote of immediately craving more after unknowingly smoking a joint laced with crack. His recovery journey included rehabilitation and making significant lifestyle changes, such as abstaining from alcohol despite maintaining a bar in his basement for guests.

Landau's Addiction and Mental Health Issues Influenced His Comedy and Memoirs

Landau Tapped Into the Detroit Comedy Scene, Using Personal Struggles For Stand-Up and Improv Performances

In his stand-up routines, Landau often draws from the dark comedy of his past experiences, using his personal addictions and encounters with the law to connect with and entertain audiences. He discloses stories about his institutionalization and the events that led up to it, bringing his ...

Joe Rogan and Dave Landau discuss Bill Cosby’s fall from grace, highlighting the accusations of alleged sexual assault and drugging of women, which they note could potentially make him one of the most prolific serial rapists in history.

Bill Cosby's Reputation as a Moral Icon Was Shattered by Revelations of His Alleged Sexual Assaults and Drugging of Women

Cosby’s public image as the wholesome Dr. Huxtable, known by many as "America's Dad," was drastically contrasted with severe accusations against him.

Cosby Accused by Dozens Of Drugging and Sexually Assaulting Women, Shattering His "America's Dad" Image

The discussion between Rogan and Landau touches on the drastic shift in Cosby’s persona from a beloved sitcom star to someone accused of drugging people. This betrayal of public trust deeply shocked fans and followers given Cosby's widespread reputation as a moral figure in the entertainment industry.

Cosby, a Prolific Serial Rapist, Used Fame to Prey On Women; Deeply Shocking

Landau also brings to light Kenan Thompson's early interaction with Cosby, where Cosby made an inappropriate comment hinting at the notion of celebrity entitlement to women's attention. Rogan ventures to suggest that Cosby’s alleged actions and attitudes towards drugs like "Spanish fly" and quaaludes may have been rooted in the permissive era he came up in, but notes that he potentially maintained these behaviors even as societal attitudes shifted.

Cosby's Alleged Behavior Hinted In Comedy Routines and Tv Projects, Including the Cosby Show Episode on "Spanish Fly" Aphrodisiac and Intro To the Cosby Mysteries

The conversation reveals hints of Cosby’s alleged behavior in his comedy routines and TV projects, such as a "The Cosby Show" episode referencing "Spanish Fly," reflecting the subtle undercurrents of his offscreen actions within his work.

Cosby Scandal Exposed how Powerful Men Could Abuse Their Position and Cover Up Misdeeds For Years

Cosby's Alleged Crimes Were a Hollywood Open Secret, With Many Aware but Unwilling to Speak Out

Rogan raises the point that Cosby’s alleged crimes were an ...

The existence of substances or drugs that can enhance sexual desire or performance has intrigued people for centuries, but their effectiveness and safety are subjects of skepticism and caution.

Aphrodisiacs Often Lack Reliable Scientific Evidence For Enhancing Desire or Performance

Despite the widespread curiosity and cultural beliefs surrounding aphrodisiacs, there's a notable lack of reliable scientific evidence to support many claims about their ability to enhance sexual desire or performance.

Spanish Fly, Quaaludes: Toxic Aphrodisiacs, Risk Severe Harm or Death

Spanish Fly, which can cause severe harm including pain, burning, and internal damage, has no evidence of increasing sexual desire and is dangerously toxic. It contains cantharidin, a substance derived from blister beetles. Spanish Fly is notorious for causing a burning sensation in the urinary tract that may provoke an erection, but this is a harmful side effect, not an aphrodisiac effect. Joe Rogan and other commentators have expressed skepticism about the effects of substances like Spanish Fly and quaaludes, which have historically been considered aphrodisiacs. Rogan bluntly states that claiming they have such effects is akin to "an ad for rape," highlighting their association with harm rather than romance or pleasure.

[restricted term] Treats Erectile Dysfunction By Improving Blood Flow, Not Libido

Rogan clarifies that [restricted term], known for treating erectile dysfunction, works by improving blood flow, indicating that the drug does not actually increase libido. As such, while [restricted term] assists in physical performance, it does not act upon the emotional or mental components of sexual desire.

No Proven Drug Universally Boosts Sexual Desire

Joe Rogan voices skepticism towards the entire category of aphrodisiacs, asserting that no drug has been shown to universally increase sexual desire across all individuals. This challenges the notion that a one-size-fits-all sexual enhancer exists, emphasizing the need for more nuanced perspectives on sexual arousal and its complexities.

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The reintroduction of predators such as wolves into communities has sparked backlash and created new challenges for people living in close proximity to these animals.

Reintroducing Predators Like Wolves Sparks Backlash and Conflict

Wolves in Colorado: Livestock Killed, Ranchers Troubled

In Colorado, wolves brought to areas outside Aspen have killed cattle, particularly calves, troubling ranchers. Joe Rogan received pictures from a ranch owner showing attacked livestock. The wolves hunt livestock in fenced-in areas, resulting in ranchers having to hire full-time protection for their animals. Some wolves have depredation permits because they are repeat offenders.

Wolf Reintroduction to Smoky Mountains Raises Safety Concerns

Dave Landau's experience in the Smoky Mountains, where efforts to reintroduce wolves such as red wolves have raised safety concerns due to contact with tourists, highlights the potential danger in these areas. Joe Rogan adds that red wolves, being smaller and endangered, would likely be the type reintroduced. Landau's vacation was disrupted by a bear attracted by his son's discarded food, pointing to the conflicts that can arise when humans and predators share environments.

Uninformed Reintroduction Efforts Lead To Unintended Community Consequences

Joe Rogan mentions "ballot box biology," a term referring to the conflict between uninformed voters and people with experience in wildlife management like conservationists and hunters. Millions of dollars spent on reintroducing wolves in Colorado has led to this conflict, and such efforts across various regions have led to community backlash.

Apex Predators' Increased Presence in Suburban and Exurban Areas Creates New Challenges

Bears Frequently Fight and Attack People In Suburbs as Populations Grow

Joe Rogan and Dave Landau discuss the startling presence of black bears fighting in suburban neighborhoods and the dangers they pose, especially to children walking home from school. Landau shares an anecdote about seeing bears on the street, while Rogan mentions a video showing close encounters with bears and the risks of such interactions.

Coyotes Threaten Small Pets and Livestock in Urban Areas

Dave Landau observes coyotes preying on small dogs in Detroit's suburbs since the onset of COVID, a concern for pet owners. He recalls coyotes hopping fences and crossing streets at night, reflecting the penetration of these predators in ...