

Mike Birbiglia: A Joke About D.A.R.E.
Jun 3, 2025
The conversation dives into the irony of the D.A.R.E. program, reflecting on its impact on drug culture. With witty anecdotes, the speaker shares experiences of social pressures and personal anxieties while trying to steer clear of drugs. The humor shines as they explore the absurdities of attempting to educate kids about drugs in such a light-hearted manner. Listeners are treated to a blend of comedy and nostalgia, offering a fresh perspective on a familiar topic.
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Mike on D.A.R.E. and Drugs
- Mike Birbiglia shares his childhood experience with the D.A.R.E. program promoting drugs like crank and angel dust.
- Despite this, he never got offered drugs and humorously notes being mistaken for an undercover cop due to his demeanor.
Mike Avoided Recreational Drugs
- Mike Birbiglia never used recreational drugs, even in college where friends smoked pot.
- He describes being the least fun person to smoke with, feeling anxious and paranoid.