Andrew Gurza (@andrewgurza) joins Brian this week on the podcast to talk about sex, disability, and his new book, “Notes From a Queer Cripple.” Andrew is an award winning Disability Awareness Consultant and the Chief Disability Officer and Co-founder of Bump’n, a sex toy company for and by disabled people. Andrew uses they/he pro-nouns and identifies proudly as disabled. He is also the host of Disability After Dark: The Podcast Shining a Bright Light on Disability Stories. In this conversation, Andrew shares their journey as a queer disabled person, discussing their experiences with sexuality, disability advocacy, and the importance of creating inclusive spaces. They delve into their work as a speaker and author, emphasizing the need for open discussions about sex and disability. The conversation highlights the challenges faced in the community, the impact of critiques, and the joy of connecting with others through shared experiences.
Takeaways
Andrew has been a disability consultant for 14 years.
They emphasize the importance of discussing sex and disability openly.
Andrew's book is a love letter to queer disabled people.
They advocate for the inclusion of disabled sexuality in mainstream conversations.
Andrew's experiences with sex work have transformed their relationship with intimacy.
They believe that disabled people deserve to explore their sexuality freely.
Andrew's journey includes creating a sex-positive community for disabled individuals.
They highlight the need for more accessible spaces for disabled people to express their sexuality.
Andrew's work aims to challenge societal norms around disability and sexuality.
They encourage others to see the beauty in their bodies and desires.
Chapters
(02:40) Talking About Sex and Disability
(05:37) The Journey to Disability Advocacy
(08:29) The Book: Notes from a Queer Cripple
(11:19) Sex Work and Intimacy
(14:09) The Importance of Connection
(17:01) Embracing Sexuality and Body Positivity
(19:50) The Power of Humor in Disability Advocacy
(22:52) The Influence of Queer Media
(25:10) Creating Inclusive Spaces for Disabled Queer People
(28:32) The Impact of the Deliciously Disabled Party
(31:07) Navigating Critiques and Misunderstandings
(34:35) The Complexity of Disability and Sexuality
(37:21) The Importance of Community and Support
(40:19) Final Thoughts on Sexuality and Disability
Resources:.
Notes From a Queer Cripple by Andrew Gurza
Learn more about Andrew Gurza https://www.andrewgurza.com/about
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