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ANDREW GURZA

@andrewgurza.bsky.social

Disability Awareness Consultant, author of NOTES FROM A QUEER CRIPPLE (2025), podcaster, talking about disability, queerness and all that. Website: www.andrewgurza.com

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They are trying to pull this shit nationwide inc a London conference. Worth remembering that there was a loud subset of masc white gay cis men in interwar Germany who saw Nazism & "no homo" homosexuality as natural bedfellows. They served the fascists & were murdered by them.

28.07.2025 10:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 37    ๐Ÿ” 11    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

i'd love to chat more sometime.

27.07.2025 00:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

i bet you're big in other areas :P

27.07.2025 00:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza that reads, "Starvation of innocent children is not a self-defense strategy."

Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza that reads, "Starvation of innocent children is not a self-defense strategy."

26.07.2025 23:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 52    ๐Ÿ” 17    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza (@andrewgurza) that reads, "hear me out. Release the E*stein Files like that U2 album that was automatically downloaded on our phones a few years back."

Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza (@andrewgurza) that reads, "hear me out. Release the E*stein Files like that U2 album that was automatically downloaded on our phones a few years back."

23.07.2025 23:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 40    ๐Ÿ” 12    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Fighting for disability rights has to include fighting for people whose symptoms of their disability that may make you uncomfortable (i.e. people with schizophrenia).

25.07.2025 19:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 441    ๐Ÿ” 111    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 4

The stage of malnutrition in Gaza is so advanced that only specialist hospitals and weeks of intensive care can help someone make a recovery. Not a FULL recovery, either.

They know this not only looks good, but will kill countless starving people who die in vain from refeeding syndrome.

25.07.2025 13:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 55    ๐Ÿ” 57    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza (@andrewgurza) that reads, "hear me out. Release the E*stein Files like that U2 album that was automatically downloaded on our phones a few years back."

Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza (@andrewgurza) that reads, "hear me out. Release the E*stein Files like that U2 album that was automatically downloaded on our phones a few years back."

23.07.2025 23:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 40    ๐Ÿ” 12    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
โ€œThe trans issue for me is so novel,โ€ Newsom said. โ€œI'm trying to understand as much as anyone else the whole โ€˜pronounโ€™ thing.โ€

โ€œThe trans issue for me is so novel,โ€ Newsom said. โ€œI'm trying to understand as much as anyone else the whole โ€˜pronounโ€™ thing.โ€

im always taken aback by just how much cis people will humiliate themselves to be dicks to trans people. like sorry, youre confused about pronouns? how did you make it thru 6th grade english you slimy dipshit? why are you going on podcasts to advertise youre too stupid to understand simple concepts?

19.07.2025 14:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7762    ๐Ÿ” 1554    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 191    ๐Ÿ“Œ 331

Might start watching again... the *only* CBS show I'd watch now, just to see what No Fucks To Give Colbert is capable of. Might be fun. It'd be kinda funny if it became the highest rated show on all of CBS for the next 10 months, if I'm being perfectly honest about how petty I'm willing to be.

19.07.2025 01:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 193    ๐Ÿ” 41    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 7    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
I have started a fundraiser for a travel Hoyer Lift and because this past weekend the lift I rented did not work at all, and 3 people had to lift me in bed.  This is incredibly unsafe for all.

I have started a fundraiser for a travel Hoyer Lift and because this past weekend the lift I rented did not work at all, and 3 people had to lift me in bed. This is incredibly unsafe for all.

Also, my very specialized shower chair keeps breaking and tilting unexpectedly all by itself, making showering a fun experience for me!

Also, my very specialized shower chair keeps breaking and tilting unexpectedly all by itself, making showering a fun experience for me!

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed.  I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed. I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed.  I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed. I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

Hi! I'm fundraising for a new shower chair and a travel hoyer lift bc this weekend the lift I rented did not work and I had to be physically lifted in bed. This is unsafe for me! Please donate and share! gofund.me/828a7b75

02.07.2025 16:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 14    ๐Ÿ” 12    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

What CBS' disgraceful termination of Stephen Colbert illustrates is how quickly a Republic can fall when the media chooses cowardice instead of courage.

18.07.2025 13:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 22296    ๐Ÿ” 5660    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 789    ๐Ÿ“Œ 300
Andrew & Jon.  Jon is a white, shirtless bearded man smiling.  Andrew is a wheelchair using white man holding his book.

Andrew & Jon. Jon is a white, shirtless bearded man smiling. Andrew is a wheelchair using white man holding his book.

That time your hot friend took of their shirt to help you sell your book "Notes From a Queer Cripple". Get yours wherever you get books.

Virtual book launch May 22, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. Tix at AndrewGurza.com Thanks @jonshieldxxx.bsky.social

30.04.2025 19:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 55    ๐Ÿ” 8    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

room for me?

16.07.2025 21:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

My book has been out almost 3 months. wow.

10.07.2025 23:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 16    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Me naked in a pup hood sitting on a towel at the beach, a book covering my crotch:

"Notes from a Queer Cripple" by Andrew Gurza

Me naked in a pup hood sitting on a towel at the beach, a book covering my crotch: "Notes from a Queer Cripple" by Andrew Gurza

Currently Reading:

"Notes from a Queer Cripple" by @andrewgurza.bsky.social

08.07.2025 18:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 119    ๐Ÿ” 6    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
5 Oval shaped pins with gold outlines with an oval cutout in the middle with a yellow slideable star:

Spoons: Lavender background
Hunger Scale: Red background
Migraine Scale: Blue background
Speaking vs Non Speaking: Green background

The first one has SHE, THEY, HE on top. At the bottom there's HER, THEM, HIM. White background.

5 Oval shaped pins with gold outlines with an oval cutout in the middle with a yellow slideable star: Spoons: Lavender background Hunger Scale: Red background Migraine Scale: Blue background Speaking vs Non Speaking: Green background The first one has SHE, THEY, HE on top. At the bottom there's HER, THEM, HIM. White background.

Galaxy, Strawberry and Bat Knee Braces

Galaxy, Strawberry and Bat Knee Braces

Galaxy and Moon Bunny Compression Gloves

Galaxy and Moon Bunny Compression Gloves

Fairy and Bat Convertible Bags

Fairy and Bat Convertible Bags

Happy Disability Pride Month! It costs 0$ to Repost a Black disabled queer small business! It could lead to my next sale.

I sell pins, knee braces, compression gloves, artist gloves, binders, wrist braces, compression socks, cute bags & more!

Store details below!

05.07.2025 22:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 282    ๐Ÿ” 276    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 5
Post image 04.07.2025 00:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 51950    ๐Ÿ” 13640    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1593    ๐Ÿ“Œ 601
Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza. The tweet reads, "It's Disability Pride Month, and in this month we talk so much about empowering disabled people; allowing them to love themselves for who they are. Yes, we should do that. But we can also explore the hard parts of disability; the pieces of the story that so many others don't see. Having Pride means hating disabled life sometimes, too." Below the tweet are icons for reply, like, and share.

Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza. The tweet reads, "It's Disability Pride Month, and in this month we talk so much about empowering disabled people; allowing them to love themselves for who they are. Yes, we should do that. But we can also explore the hard parts of disability; the pieces of the story that so many others don't see. Having Pride means hating disabled life sometimes, too." Below the tweet are icons for reply, like, and share.

03.07.2025 00:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 25    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
I have started a fundraiser for a travel Hoyer Lift and because this past weekend the lift I rented did not work at all, and 3 people had to lift me in bed.  This is incredibly unsafe for all.

I have started a fundraiser for a travel Hoyer Lift and because this past weekend the lift I rented did not work at all, and 3 people had to lift me in bed. This is incredibly unsafe for all.

Also, my very specialized shower chair keeps breaking and tilting unexpectedly all by itself, making showering a fun experience for me!

Also, my very specialized shower chair keeps breaking and tilting unexpectedly all by itself, making showering a fun experience for me!

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed.  I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed. I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed.  I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed. I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.

Hi! I'm fundraising for a new shower chair and a travel hoyer lift bc this weekend the lift I rented did not work and I had to be physically lifted in bed. This is unsafe for me! Please donate and share! gofund.me/828a7b75

02.07.2025 16:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 14    ๐Ÿ” 12    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yes please

01.07.2025 02:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Screenshot of a tweet from Andrew Gurza, @andrewgurza, stating, "It's a myth that you can't be disabled and go to school, work, or socialize... yes, AND it is important to remember and talk about the truth that there are disabled people who can never do these things, ever. They have value too." Andrew Gurza's profile picture shows him smiling, wearing a pink shirt and a pink feather boa.

Screenshot of a tweet from Andrew Gurza, @andrewgurza, stating, "It's a myth that you can't be disabled and go to school, work, or socialize... yes, AND it is important to remember and talk about the truth that there are disabled people who can never do these things, ever. They have value too." Andrew Gurza's profile picture shows him smiling, wearing a pink shirt and a pink feather boa.

01.07.2025 00:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 16    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Text graphic on a pink background that reads, "Funny how when an able-bodied queer man writes about their sexuality they are applauded for their honesty and bravery. When a disabled queer person dares to write, speak or express the same feelings, their work is labelled as โ€œtoo sexualโ€. Bought Notes From a Queer Cripple yet?" Below the text is a logo of a colorful coil.

Text graphic on a pink background that reads, "Funny how when an able-bodied queer man writes about their sexuality they are applauded for their honesty and bravery. When a disabled queer person dares to write, speak or express the same feelings, their work is labelled as โ€œtoo sexualโ€. Bought Notes From a Queer Cripple yet?" Below the text is a logo of a colorful coil.

30.06.2025 23:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 14    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Photograph of text on a white background that reads, "every single time I write or talk about sex and disability online, someone thinks they are being the most clever when they comment, โ€œwho would ever want to hear that about disabled people?โ€ Itโ€™s exhausting as fuck." Below the text is a small, colorful logo.

Photograph of text on a white background that reads, "every single time I write or talk about sex and disability online, someone thinks they are being the most clever when they comment, โ€œwho would ever want to hear that about disabled people?โ€ Itโ€™s exhausting as fuck." Below the text is a small, colorful logo.

21.06.2025 17:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 30    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

me

19.06.2025 19:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hi @jdvance...bye @jdvance...

19.06.2025 00:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 365    ๐Ÿ” 84    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 31    ๐Ÿ“Œ 29

This is a vital message: one of the larger reasons BlueSky is refreshingly free of alt-right shitlords is because in the early days we made a gentlepersonโ€™s agreement to starve these fuckos out and it worked. No likes, no quotes, no engagement. They got bored and left. Please keep the Old Ways.

18.06.2025 23:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 31850    ๐Ÿ” 14110    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 877    ๐Ÿ“Œ 555
Text graphic on a pink background. The text reads, "I was talking to a guy on an app, and then I put my phone away to do some work. His immediate response after I had been gone 10 minutes was, โ€œHave fun in your chair.โ€ The sad thing is, that had he just been patient, he might've had fun in my chair too. His loss. Don't be ableist during Pride.

Text graphic on a pink background. The text reads, "I was talking to a guy on an app, and then I put my phone away to do some work. His immediate response after I had been gone 10 minutes was, โ€œHave fun in your chair.โ€ The sad thing is, that had he just been patient, he might've had fun in my chair too. His loss. Don't be ableist during Pride.

18.06.2025 23:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 40    ๐Ÿ” 6    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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