2 Rib Sandwiches Land Kenny in the Psych Ward
Summary
Doug Stanhope interviews Kenny, who recounts being involuntarily committed to a psych ward after a Circle K sandwich caused severe pain and morphine-induced confusion. Kenny describes his three-day stay, including suicide watch, bizarre interactions with staff and patients, and his eventual release. The episode highlights the chaotic and humorous misunderstandings surrounding his hospitalization and current homelessness.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Poshmark and Legoland New York
Intro chaos: Derek's texts and Kenny's dad
The Circle K McRib and ER visit
Ambulance ride and initial hospital confusion
Misdiagnosis as suicidal and the 'lockup'
Life in the behavioral ward: clothes and rules
Interactions with patients and the gangster sign
Chess games and hospital food complaints
Ron Putnam story and release from hospital
Outro: Derek's pickup and Big Easy Cruise promo
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