Dopey 537– Ian Fidance! The Ultimate BiSexual/Straight Edge, Huffing Duster in His Mom’s House - 10 years Sober episode!Dopey 537– Ian Fidance! The Ultimate BiSexual/Straight Edge, Huffing Duster in His Mom’s House - 10 years Sober episode!
Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
This week on Dopey! Up and coming Comedy and podcasting Legend Ian Fidance enters the Dopeysphere! Ian brings the old school serious alcoholic dopey. He takes us from his straight-edge ska band days in Delaware to waking up blue-faced in a pile of vomit after huffing computer duster. We hear how a fifth-grade beer led to a full-blown romance with vodka, coke, and gay bars across New York. Ian talks about his failed teaching career, multiple stints in rehab and Oxford Houses, drinking mouthwash, and why he once thought handing in his AA coins at a bar would earn him a free drink. PLUS ska vs. hardcore, Howie’s AI R&B girl group Lux, living in halfway houses, and relapsing in your dorm room after writing a goodbye letter. They go deep into grief, comedy as higher power, relapse logic gymnastics, and getting sober without getting spiritual—then finding your way back. Bonus points for a great round of the Dopey game (BossTones vs. Less Than Jake, LSD vs. Mushrooms), Ian’s insane DUI story, and an epic takedown of Katz's vs. Sarge’s. Plus: voicemails, God talk, stolen AA basket money, and more! All that and much, much more on this brand new, old school episode of that good ol dopey show!
2:12:36•3 Jul 2025
Dopey 537– Ian Fidance! The Ultimate BiSexual/Straight Edge, Huffing Duster in His Mom’s House - 10 years Sober episode!
Episode Overview
- Ian Fidance discusses his early experiences with addiction.
- The role of bisexual and straight edge identity in his recovery.
- Insights into the intersection of comedy and sobriety.
- The impact of mental health on substance abuse.
- A heartfelt look at relapse and redemption.
“I'll never forget, I was in my living room and I was getting dusted and then I blacked out and next thing I know, I woke up in a pile of vomit and my face was blue and completely cold and I'm like, oh fuck, I gotta stop this.”
In this episode of the Dopey podcast, comedian Ian Fidance shares his candid and often raw journey through addiction and recovery. Known for his unique blend of humor and honesty, Fidance delves into his past experiences with alcohol and drugs, recounting a tumultuous path that began as early as fifth grade. His narrative is a compelling mix of humorous anecdotes and sobering truths about the challenges of addiction.
Fidance's story is not just about substance abuse but also about his complex identity as a bisexual man who once embraced the straight-edge lifestyle. He reflects on the Catholic guilt and societal shame that accompanied his journey, adding layers to his struggle with addiction. Throughout the episode, Fidance highlights pivotal moments in his life, such as his time spent in gay bars across New York and his numerous attempts to find heroin in Wilmington.
The conversation also touches on the intersection of comedy and sobriety. Fidance discusses how his career in comedy has been both a refuge and a challenge, providing a platform to express himself while also presenting temptations that could derail his recovery. He shares stories of performing comedy while under the influence and the shift in his life once he embraced sobriety. The episode underscores the importance of seeking help and finding community support in the journey to recovery.
Fidance speaks highly of Oro Recovery, a facility that aligns with his belief in compassion and connection over control. The podcast further explores the emotional highs and lows of his journey, lending a hopeful and inspiring tone to those who may be struggling with similar issues. Overall, Ian Fidance's appearance on Dopey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, offering both laughter and lessons for listeners.
His story is a reminder that recovery is possible, and that humor can be a powerful tool in healing.
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