Thongs, Third Eye Blind, and the "Wicked" Truth

In the final installment of our "Dating with Disabilities" miniseries, things go completely off the rails in the best way possible. Host Keith Murfee Deconini is joined by the "delightful" Liv Mamone and the legendary Andrew Gurza for a series finale that is equal parts vulnerable, hilarious, and chaotic. From Keith's questionable college fashion choices to a deep-dive into the logistics of Wicked, this episode proves that when it comes to disability and dating, sometimes you just have to laugh so you don't cry.In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers on:The Male Thong Incident: Keith recounts his "craziest college story" involving a songwriting project, a black closet, a cover of Mötley Crüe's "Kickstart My Heart”, and a very brave wardrobe choice that left his grandmother... well, confused.Wicked Controversies: The trio takes a massive "side-quest" into the new Wicked movie. Liv and Andrew discuss the chemistry (or lack thereof) between Elphaba and Fiero, and why Liv is officially a "Nessa Apologist."The Emotional Cost of Advocacy: A raw look behind the curtain. The group discusses the reality of recording a "fun" podcast while dealing with family loss, freelancer burnout, and the fatigue of being "on" when you only have enough spoons to walk the dog.The "No Advice" Policy: Liv explains why her best dating advice is actually just a joke about birth control and dogs, and why public marriage proposals are her literal nightmare.The Power of "Crip Humor": How humor serves as a defense mechanism and a bonding agent for the disabled community, and why able-bodied audiences often miss the punchline of the most "livable" jokes.Understanding the "Spoon Theory" in Relationships. Plus: A shout-out to Andrew’s 400+ episodes of advocacy, a preview of next season’s "Book Review" series featuring Liv’s poetry and Andrew’s memoir, and why being a "delightful" host is the highest honor.Ready to join the conversation?Follow Andrew Gurza and his podcast for more unfiltered takes on disability and sex.Grab a copy of Liv Mamone's Fire in the Waiting Room to prepare for next season!