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Disability After Dark

Cripple & Co Productions
Disability
Mental Health
Disability Advocacy
Sleep Disorders
Disability Care Systems
Medical Assistance In Dying
David Holmes
Spina Bifida
Neglect In Care Services
Intimacy and Relationships
Client Rights
Personal Care
Community Support
Sexual Health
Queer Community
Supportive Housing
Sexuality
Chronic Pain
Disability Grief
Paralysis

This is a podcast that looks at disability stories. it's like sitting down with a really close friend to have real conversations about disability, sexuality and everything else about the disability experience that we don't talk about; the things about being disabled we keep in the dark. The show is hosted by Disability Awareness Consultant Andrew Gurza.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes536Founded9 years ago
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In E399, Andrew Gurza and Liv Mammone discuss her book of poetry, "Fire in the Waiting Room," which explores her experiences with cerebral palsy (CP). Liv shares her journey from wanting to be a novelist to finding her voice in poetry... more

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I love talking about digestive health, so on E398, I sit down with naturopath Jillian Teta. She focuses on digestive health, so we explore how many of the treatments that she might suggest to help someone with a digestive issues like ... more

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In E397, Andrew invites you to another episode of Popcorn & Power Chairs. In this episode, find out why Andrew gives the Oscar Winning movie Rain Man only 1.5 power chairs out of 5, why Charlie Babbit sucks, and why Andrew will run yo... more

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On E396, Andrew sits down with lead singer of the heavy metal band "Signs of The Swarm", David Simonich as he shares his journey with Stargardt Disease. He talks about going from thinking he needed just a prescription to learning he'l... more

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Recent Guests

Jillian Teta
Naturopathic physician specializing in digestive health
Episode: E398 - Talking Sh*t and Disability w/ Naturopath Jillian Teta
David Simonich
Lead singer of Signs of The Swarm
Signs of The Swarm
Episode: E396 "I Thought I Just Needed A New Prescription" - Lead Singer of Signs of The Swarm Talks About Stargardt Disease
Brian G. Murphy
Author and activist focusing on queer experiences and spirituality
Episode: E395 - "I Realized How Much ADHD Disables Me" - Queerness, Religion, Sex and Disability w/ Brian G. Murphy
Jose Rosario
Founder of The Phoenix Empowered, a nonprofit highlighting mental health stories of marginalized voices
The Phoenix Empowered
Episode: E393 - Talking Providing Mental Health Care With a Disability w/ Jose Rosario
Mike Enders
Runs the blog and podcast Accidental Bear
Episode: E391 - "Can You Wipe Your Bum?" & Other Questions w/ Mike Enders
Stefan Weiner
Queer indie folk musician and chronic pain survivor
Episode: Ep 390 - Stefan Weiner, Central Sensitization Syndrome & So Much More
Emma Brown
Founder of Whimble, a platform for on-demand personal care assistance
Whimble
Episode: E388 - On-Demand Attendant Care with Whimble Founder Emma Brown
Erica Carson-Sami
Founder of CARCO Disability Strategies and disability entrepreneur
CARCO Disability Strategies
Episode: E386 - Erica Carson-Sami Talks Disability Entrepreneurship
Jessica Slice
Author, essayist, and speaker
Episode: E385 - Unfit Parent w/ Jessica Slice

Host

Andrew Gurza
Disability Awareness Consultant and host who engages in real conversations pertaining to disability, sexuality, and societal norms.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 478 ratings
  • Fantastic

    Andrews interview style is so engaging, joyful, and still down to earth at the same time. just started listening to this podcast (Jessica Slice episode) and excited to check out more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    draWords
    Canada23 days ago
  • Real

    I have used a wheelchair for almost 10 years and there are things that are mentioned in this that I relate to so much. I love it when my breakfast can be accompanied by this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christina Roma
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good show

    I love this show soo much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joee2252
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic!

    Andrew is witty and open. His guests are interesting and honest. Listening to his show, I feel informed, excited about my community, and less alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Avsvbhbehmfdn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Andrew’s awesome! Illuminates our stories!

    I have cerebral palsy and rarely hear from people like me. This show brings a level of community to my online crip existence with a motley of lovely disabled voices! Dark Pod is everything!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christophoros M
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast offers a great mix of humor and honesty, making complex topics much more relatable.
Listeners appreciate the supportive community fostered through candid discussions about disability and sexuality.
The host is praised for engaging with guests in a way that elicits rich personal narratives, making listeners feel less alone in their experiences.

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E396 "I Thought I Just Needed A New Prescription" - Lead Singer of Signs of The Swarm Talks About Stargardt Disease
Q: What is the scariest scenario for you in all of this?
David expresses fear about potentially waking up one day with complete vision loss, emphasizing the importance of appreciating every moment with loved ones.
E396 "I Thought I Just Needed A New Prescription" - Lead Singer of Signs of The Swarm Talks About Stargardt Disease
Q: What is your relationship to disability and how does it impact your day-to-day life?
David shares that he just received his diagnosis of Stargardt disease, which is affecting his central vision and will lead to blindness by age 50. He discusses the emotional and practical challenges this brings.
E395 - "I Realized How Much ADHD Disables Me" - Queerness, Religion, Sex and Disability w/ Brian G. Murphy
Q: What is your connection to disability, and how does that impact your day-to-day life?
Brian discusses how ADHD affects his personal and professional life, highlighting recent realizations around the ways it can be disabling.
E393 - Talking Providing Mental Health Care With a Disability w/ Jose Rosario
Q: What would you want to see from a therapeutic practice accessible to everyone, particularly for people with CP?
Jose envisions a therapeutic environment using a radical healing framework that acknowledges systemic oppression and uplifts community and cultural connections.
E393 - Talking Providing Mental Health Care With a Disability w/ Jose Rosario
Q: What is your relationship to disability and how does it impact your day-to-day life?
Jose discusses how his relationship with disability has evolved, initially struggling with feeling different but later coming to appreciate his disability for the unique perspective it gives him as a therapist.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Disability After Dark

What is Disability After Dark about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The conversations focus on the often-overlooked aspects of disability, particularly regarding sexuality, mental health, and personal narratives of living with disabilities. It emphasizes the experiences of marginalized voices within the disability community, exploring how queerness intersects with various forms of disability. Noteworthy discussions frequently challenge societal norms, breaking down stereotypes around relationships and intimacy for individuals with disabilities, and advocating for increased representation and inclusivity. The show also addresses serious themes such as ableism, with a healthy dose of humor and candid storytelling that resonates with listeners, creating a supportive space for shared experiences.

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Recent guests on Disability After Dark include:

1. Jillian Teta
2. David Simonich
3. Brian G. Murphy
4. Jose Rosario
5. Mike Enders
6. Stefan Weiner
7. Emma Brown
8. Erica Carson-Sami

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