Adam Carolla Show Jay Mewes on Clerks, Kevin Smith & His Heroin Addiction + Man Caught Rubbing His Junk on Woman in Grocery Store
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Apr 1, 2026 Jay Mewes, actor and comedian best known as Jay/“Silent Bob” from Kevin Smith’s films, shares stories from Clerks and how he met Kevin Smith. He opens up about a difficult childhood, being raised by relatives, and a heroin relapse and recovery. He also teases upcoming projects like his YouTube show and a new podcast.
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Provide Stability For Kids When Parents Relapse
- When a parent is unreliable due to addiction, provide stable guardianship and consistent presence to buffer children from chaos.
- Jay credits living with his grandmother and her property with providing normalcy, playmates, and safety during unstable periods.
Early Weinstein Contact Was Limited And Complicated
- Jay had limited contact with Harvey Weinstein but recalls being flown on Weinstein's private jet and Weinstein paying for Jay's mother to see an AIDS specialist.
- Jay frames this as one facet of a complex person, noting later revelations about Weinstein's abuses.
Use Passion To Build Grit In Kids
- Encourage children to pursue a passion because disciplined training (like ballet) builds habits and dedication transferable to other goals.
- Jay notes his daughter wanted pointe shoes and private lessons, which consistently motivated her to attend despite reluctance.