Dopey 534: Abby Fickley Returns + Rest in Peace Ray the Clammer; Motherhood, Relapse, Internet Backlash… and 40 Years of Clamming, Cocaine, and RedemptionDopey 534: Abby Fickley Returns + Rest in Peace Ray the Clammer; Motherhood, Relapse, Internet Backlash… and 40 Years of Clamming, Cocaine, and Redemption
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This week on Dopey! DOPEY WOOD IS COMING!!!! SICK EMAILS AND VOICEMAILS! LSD AND MUSHROOMS, RECOVERY AND MORE! Abby Fickley returns for part two of her wild and heartfelt story. From postpartum benzos and relapsing in sober living… to becoming a sober mom influencer and facing brutal internet backlash, Abby opens up about parenting, co-parenting boundaries, and why she stopped posting her daughter Myla online. Emotional, raw, and real. Then we pay tribute to n amazing spirit of recovery - the one and only Ray the Clammer, a legend in Long Island recovery died very early Thursday morning.. We play a classic 2023 conversation they had in his car at the Sayville dog park. Ray tells it all: freebasing for days, living in the Port Authority tunnels, the clamming hustle, homelessness, near suicide, 12-step redemption, and ultimately, dying with 30 years sober. REST IN PEACE RAY! THANK YOU ABBEY! ALL TTHAT AND MORE ON A BRAND NEW EPISODE OF THAT GOOD OLD DOPEY SHOW!
2:21:52•6 Jun 2025
Motherhood, Recovery & Ray the Clammer's Legacy
Episode Overview
- Abby Fickley discusses her journey through postpartum struggles and relapse.
- Ray the Clammer is remembered for his impact on Long Island's recovery community.
- The episode blends humour with raw honesty through community stories.
- Parenting and co-parenting boundaries are explored in the context of sobriety.
- Psychedelic experiences are shared alongside addiction recovery tales.
“"It's actually a harder thing to do, to give a fuck, and it takes a pretty strong person to cope with all these feelings sober."”
Prepare for a rollercoaster of emotions and stories as Abby Fickley returns to Dopey, bringing with her tales of motherhood, relapse, and internet fame. Abby shares her journey from postpartum struggles with benzodiazepines to becoming a sober mom influencer, all while navigating the harsh reality of online backlash. She candidly discusses her decision to stop posting her daughter Myla online, offering insights into the complexities of parenting and co-parenting boundaries in recovery. But that's not all.
This episode also pays homage to Ray the Clammer, a legend in Long Island's recovery community, who passed away recently. Ray's story is one of resilience and redemption, having spent 40 years clamming while battling addiction and eventually finding sobriety. His legacy is celebrated with heartfelt tributes, reflecting on his contributions to the 12-step community and his unwavering support for those in recovery. Dopey continues to blend humour with raw honesty, featuring wild voicemails and emails from the community.
The hosts share psychedelic tales involving mushrooms and LSD, proving that laughter can coexist with serious topics like addiction and recovery. Whether you're seeking inspiration or a good laugh, this episode offers both in abundance. Tune in for a mix of heartfelt moments and outrageous anecdotes that remind us of the power of community and connection. So, are you ready to dive into these stories of struggle, resilience, and transformation?
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