piper bly
@piperbomb.bsky.social
underground cartoonist, graphic journalist, freelance photographer, author, musician, radio DJ, talking cat. you can't prove anything.
work: https://piperbly.com
blog: https://truckstop.coffee
she/her.
work: https://piperbly.com
blog: https://truckstop.coffee
she/her.
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draw draw draw pencil pencil pencil sketchy sketchy sketch #wip #poster #art @datafruits.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 5:11 PM
draw draw draw pencil pencil pencil sketchy sketchy sketch #wip #poster #art @datafruits.bsky.social
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running quite late on this -- as i have been on most things this time of year, the holidays are rough and get rougher every year -- but the 2025 Jazzy Fuckin' Holidays poster is now underway
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 5:05 AM
running quite late on this -- as i have been on most things this time of year, the holidays are rough and get rougher every year -- but the 2025 Jazzy Fuckin' Holidays poster is now underway
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
running quite late on this -- as i have been on most things this time of year, the holidays are rough and get rougher every year -- but the 2025 Jazzy Fuckin' Holidays poster is now underway
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 5:05 AM
running quite late on this -- as i have been on most things this time of year, the holidays are rough and get rougher every year -- but the 2025 Jazzy Fuckin' Holidays poster is now underway
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
stay tuned for deets for our fifth year running
this thanksgiving and christmas on @datafruits.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 2:03 AM
this evenin' on datafruits: okay look man what exactly do you expect me to add to this image here
we, as we always do, get real fuckin goofy with it starting at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
we, as we always do, get real fuckin goofy with it starting at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
November 12, 2025 at 1:01 AM
this evenin' on datafruits: okay look man what exactly do you expect me to add to this image here
we, as we always do, get real fuckin goofy with it starting at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
we, as we always do, get real fuckin goofy with it starting at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
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new Clippings joint from yours truly up on @assignedmedia.org . this month, we're taking a look at the life, times, and recordings of synth pioneer Wendy Carlos
go check it out
go check it out
NEW CLIPPINGS! Get your new Clippings here!
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
A Clippings Scrapbook: The Life, Times, and Records of Wendy Carlos — Assigned
Synth pioneer Wendy Carlos has given us eighteen albums, a massive website of personal writings and archival recordings, and a generation of trans synthesizer enthusiasts in her wake. For Halloween, w...
www.assignedmedia.org
November 5, 2025 at 6:11 PM
new Clippings joint from yours truly up on @assignedmedia.org . this month, we're taking a look at the life, times, and recordings of synth pioneer Wendy Carlos
go check it out
go check it out
new Clippings joint from yours truly up on @assignedmedia.org . this month, we're taking a look at the life, times, and recordings of synth pioneer Wendy Carlos
go check it out
go check it out
NEW CLIPPINGS! Get your new Clippings here!
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
A Clippings Scrapbook: The Life, Times, and Records of Wendy Carlos — Assigned
Synth pioneer Wendy Carlos has given us eighteen albums, a massive website of personal writings and archival recordings, and a generation of trans synthesizer enthusiasts in her wake. For Halloween, w...
www.assignedmedia.org
November 5, 2025 at 6:11 PM
new Clippings joint from yours truly up on @assignedmedia.org . this month, we're taking a look at the life, times, and recordings of synth pioneer Wendy Carlos
go check it out
go check it out
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Clippings is our monthly comic drawn from trans history. If you appreciate Piper's work, share it with a friend and tell them all about Assigned Media, your trans news source. <3!
November 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Clippings is our monthly comic drawn from trans history. If you appreciate Piper's work, share it with a friend and tell them all about Assigned Media, your trans news source. <3!
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I see Wendy Carlos, I read. She is such a pillar in the world of taking synthesizers seriously and Switched On Bach was only her first.
Wow what a nice surprise. Thank you.
Wow what a nice surprise. Thank you.
NEW CLIPPINGS! Get your new Clippings here!
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
A Clippings Scrapbook: The Life, Times, and Records of Wendy Carlos — Assigned
Synth pioneer Wendy Carlos has given us eighteen albums, a massive website of personal writings and archival recordings, and a generation of trans synthesizer enthusiasts in her wake. For Halloween, w...
www.assignedmedia.org
November 5, 2025 at 3:26 PM
I see Wendy Carlos, I read. She is such a pillar in the world of taking synthesizers seriously and Switched On Bach was only her first.
Wow what a nice surprise. Thank you.
Wow what a nice surprise. Thank you.
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IMMEDIATE CLICK
NEW CLIPPINGS! Get your new Clippings here!
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
A Clippings Scrapbook: The Life, Times, and Records of Wendy Carlos — Assigned
Synth pioneer Wendy Carlos has given us eighteen albums, a massive website of personal writings and archival recordings, and a generation of trans synthesizer enthusiasts in her wake. For Halloween, w...
www.assignedmedia.org
November 5, 2025 at 11:57 AM
IMMEDIATE CLICK
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NEW CLIPPINGS! Get your new Clippings here!
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
A Clippings Scrapbook: The Life, Times, and Records of Wendy Carlos — Assigned
Synth pioneer Wendy Carlos has given us eighteen albums, a massive website of personal writings and archival recordings, and a generation of trans synthesizer enthusiasts in her wake. For Halloween, w...
www.assignedmedia.org
November 5, 2025 at 11:54 AM
NEW CLIPPINGS! Get your new Clippings here!
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
@piperbomb.bsky.social draws and writes about the life of musical pioneer Wendy Carlos.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
this evenin' on datafruits: EY NO MOIDAHS ON DA BOAT PAL, TAKE THAT SHIT TO THA DUNKS PAHKIN LOT
we find ourselves livin' in a BOAT down by the RIVER (just as mr. farley intended) at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
we find ourselves livin' in a BOAT down by the RIVER (just as mr. farley intended) at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
November 5, 2025 at 12:06 AM
this evenin' on datafruits: EY NO MOIDAHS ON DA BOAT PAL, TAKE THAT SHIT TO THA DUNKS PAHKIN LOT
we find ourselves livin' in a BOAT down by the RIVER (just as mr. farley intended) at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
we find ourselves livin' in a BOAT down by the RIVER (just as mr. farley intended) at 8 PM CST / 9 EST / 7 CST on @datafruits.bsky.social
(full write-up & show link below!)
shoutout to AI for waking up and choosing to attempt to 86 my job specifically
as someone who's been doing "turns research papers and articles into graphic journalism" as a professional niche for a couple years now
i can personally assure AI bros that this will *also* not make them profitable
as someone who's been doing "turns research papers and articles into graphic journalism" as a professional niche for a couple years now
i can personally assure AI bros that this will *also* not make them profitable
A true horror story for Halloween:
“Our ai turned your article into a shareable comic”
Ffs.
“Our ai turned your article into a shareable comic”
Ffs.
October 31, 2025 at 3:26 PM
shoutout to AI for waking up and choosing to attempt to 86 my job specifically
as someone who's been doing "turns research papers and articles into graphic journalism" as a professional niche for a couple years now
i can personally assure AI bros that this will *also* not make them profitable
as someone who's been doing "turns research papers and articles into graphic journalism" as a professional niche for a couple years now
i can personally assure AI bros that this will *also* not make them profitable
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The South is home to the most LGBTQ people in the US. When you shit on the South, you're contributing to a long legacy of marginalization and oppression. The South is home to some of the most badass people, wonderful food, diverse culture, and folks who are highly skilled and super funny.
I wrote the first version of this draft almost exactly a year ago, but I wasn’t ready.
I am now.
thebarbedwire.com/2025/10/27/t...
I am now.
thebarbedwire.com/2025/10/27/t...
Texas Is a Lot More Queer Than You Think. I Am Too.
There are 1.8 million of us, and we’re not going anywhere.
thebarbedwire.com
October 28, 2025 at 6:15 PM
The South is home to the most LGBTQ people in the US. When you shit on the South, you're contributing to a long legacy of marginalization and oppression. The South is home to some of the most badass people, wonderful food, diverse culture, and folks who are highly skilled and super funny.
this month's Clippings for @assignedmedia.org is now on the writing desk. this month, we're taking a look at synth pioneer Wendy Carlos and the generation of switched-on trans musicians she's influenced
stay tuned
stay tuned
October 24, 2025 at 4:30 PM
this month's Clippings for @assignedmedia.org is now on the writing desk. this month, we're taking a look at synth pioneer Wendy Carlos and the generation of switched-on trans musicians she's influenced
stay tuned
stay tuned
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Join us as we celebrate the release of listencorp 007 by playing LUX, the 8.5-hour long masterpiece by @gerogerigaygaygay.bsky.social in full, on @datafruits.bsky.social!
This Saturday at 8AM (GMT+1)
This Saturday at 8AM (GMT+1)
October 23, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Join us as we celebrate the release of listencorp 007 by playing LUX, the 8.5-hour long masterpiece by @gerogerigaygaygay.bsky.social in full, on @datafruits.bsky.social!
This Saturday at 8AM (GMT+1)
This Saturday at 8AM (GMT+1)
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Important reporting with perspectives from various parts of the country.
🏳️⚧️
🏳️⚧️
ASSIGNED MEDIA'S TEAM WENT TO NO KINGS!
Four trans reporters at 5 rallies w/ one purpose: Understand how trans rights fit with the coalition of causes and communities in the largest single day protest in US history.
Our original reporting, here:
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
Four trans reporters at 5 rallies w/ one purpose: Understand how trans rights fit with the coalition of causes and communities in the largest single day protest in US history.
Our original reporting, here:
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
‘Arms Locked in Solidarity,’ Markey and Millions Stand Up for What’s Right — Assigned
Senator Ed Markey spoke powerfully in Boston, reflecting the deep support for transgender rights at the No Kings protests across the U. S.
www.assignedmedia.org
October 21, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Important reporting with perspectives from various parts of the country.
🏳️⚧️
🏳️⚧️
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new joint by myself, @evanurquhart.bsky.social, @janethebane.meangirls.online, and @alysbrooks.bsky.social
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
ASSIGNED MEDIA'S TEAM WENT TO NO KINGS!
Four trans reporters at 5 rallies w/ one purpose: Understand how trans rights fit with the coalition of causes and communities in the largest single day protest in US history.
Our original reporting, here:
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
Four trans reporters at 5 rallies w/ one purpose: Understand how trans rights fit with the coalition of causes and communities in the largest single day protest in US history.
Our original reporting, here:
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
‘Arms Locked in Solidarity,’ Markey and Millions Stand Up for What’s Right — Assigned
Senator Ed Markey spoke powerfully in Boston, reflecting the deep support for transgender rights at the No Kings protests across the U. S.
www.assignedmedia.org
October 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM
new joint by myself, @evanurquhart.bsky.social, @janethebane.meangirls.online, and @alysbrooks.bsky.social
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
sixteen more till the next funny number
October 23, 2025 at 1:06 PM
sixteen more till the next funny number
no Jazz Program or Talkie Time this evening sadly, as i am physically fairly under the weather
i am sorry for the cancellations as of late but this time of year is always a bit rough and i need to take a rest this evening
we will be back next week <3
i am sorry for the cancellations as of late but this time of year is always a bit rough and i need to take a rest this evening
we will be back next week <3
October 21, 2025 at 10:49 PM
no Jazz Program or Talkie Time this evening sadly, as i am physically fairly under the weather
i am sorry for the cancellations as of late but this time of year is always a bit rough and i need to take a rest this evening
we will be back next week <3
i am sorry for the cancellations as of late but this time of year is always a bit rough and i need to take a rest this evening
we will be back next week <3
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We had SO MUCH FUN reporting on trans representation at No Kings, but we can't bring you original journalism without funds.
We're challenging you to make a donation today, to show us that on the ground reporting is what want from your trans news source.
www.assignedmedia.org/support
We're challenging you to make a donation today, to show us that on the ground reporting is what want from your trans news source.
www.assignedmedia.org/support
Support — Assigned
www.assignedmedia.org
October 20, 2025 at 11:19 AM
We had SO MUCH FUN reporting on trans representation at No Kings, but we can't bring you original journalism without funds.
We're challenging you to make a donation today, to show us that on the ground reporting is what want from your trans news source.
www.assignedmedia.org/support
We're challenging you to make a donation today, to show us that on the ground reporting is what want from your trans news source.
www.assignedmedia.org/support
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In Chicago, one of the sponsoring organizations was Equality Illinois. @piperbomb.bsky.social spoke with CEO Channyn Lynne Parker, a proud Black trans woman, about the hardship of seeing hard won rights stripped from our community and what the Trump administration really fears.
October 20, 2025 at 11:09 AM
In Chicago, one of the sponsoring organizations was Equality Illinois. @piperbomb.bsky.social spoke with CEO Channyn Lynne Parker, a proud Black trans woman, about the hardship of seeing hard won rights stripped from our community and what the Trump administration really fears.
new joint by myself, @evanurquhart.bsky.social, @janethebane.meangirls.online, and @alysbrooks.bsky.social
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
ASSIGNED MEDIA'S TEAM WENT TO NO KINGS!
Four trans reporters at 5 rallies w/ one purpose: Understand how trans rights fit with the coalition of causes and communities in the largest single day protest in US history.
Our original reporting, here:
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
Four trans reporters at 5 rallies w/ one purpose: Understand how trans rights fit with the coalition of causes and communities in the largest single day protest in US history.
Our original reporting, here:
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
‘Arms Locked in Solidarity,’ Markey and Millions Stand Up for What’s Right — Assigned
Senator Ed Markey spoke powerfully in Boston, reflecting the deep support for transgender rights at the No Kings protests across the U. S.
www.assignedmedia.org
October 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM
new joint by myself, @evanurquhart.bsky.social, @janethebane.meangirls.online, and @alysbrooks.bsky.social
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
the @assignedmedia.org crew headed out across the country and caught up with folks on the street at No Kings rallies from Chicago to Boston
take a look
if you needed further reason to fund trans-run media outlets like @assignedmedia.org i'd like to point out that we may have been the only national org to show up at Ch*rlie K*rk's hometown's rally, much less ask attendees how they felt about him
meanwhile the NYT pretends No Kings doesn't exist
meanwhile the NYT pretends No Kings doesn't exist
October 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
if you needed further reason to fund trans-run media outlets like @assignedmedia.org i'd like to point out that we may have been the only national org to show up at Ch*rlie K*rk's hometown's rally, much less ask attendees how they felt about him
meanwhile the NYT pretends No Kings doesn't exist
meanwhile the NYT pretends No Kings doesn't exist
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As you're attending a No Kings or other rally, remember to save signs and keep history! We have a handy zine that tells you how you can archive a protest.
invisiblehistory.org/zines-guides...
invisiblehistory.org/zines-guides...
October 18, 2025 at 6:10 PM
As you're attending a No Kings or other rally, remember to save signs and keep history! We have a handy zine that tells you how you can archive a protest.
invisiblehistory.org/zines-guides...
invisiblehistory.org/zines-guides...