Ablequest

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Ablequest is a series of 15 minute programs which examines developments in assistive technology and initiatives for those people living with a wide range of disabilities. Presented by Barbara Sullivan, Marni Roper and Elaine Wziontek. Produced in the studios of 2RPH in Sydney.

  1. 21 de ago.

    Jennifer Winstone - MyComms

    Jennifer Winstone is a Sydney speech therapist and co-founder of the app MyComms, designed to make 'visual communication supports' easy to create, personalise and use in everyday life for people with autism. Jenn spoke to Elaine Wziontek Original air date: 21.08.26 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 7 de ago.

    Helen Halford - Ping Pong Parkinson

    Table tennis, or Ping Pong, is gaining popularity worldwide as an activity which has considerable benefits for people living with the neurodegenerative disease Parkinson's. Helen Halford, Australian President and Global Vice President of Ping Pong Parkinson talks with Barbara Sullivan about the organisation and how its participants are enjoying physiological and cognitive improvements from playing. Original air date: 07.08.26 https://www.pingpongparkinson.org/ Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 24 de jul.

    Che Turner - Olive Express

    Che Turner is the Founding Director of the Olive Express, a social enterprise which has offered more than 20,000 aged care residents a delightful train experience in a decked out train carriage. The journey offers an immersive experience with an inbuilt avatar travel guide who speaks different languages. The immersive experience is designed to be social and get residents talking, reminiscing and exploring new locations (virtually) together. Original air date: 24.07.26 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 10 de jul.

    Adam Richards - Mr Trampoline

    Adam Richards is a leading expert on the benefits of trampolining, particularly for children with disabilities. Adam has more than 30 years experience in the trampoline sector and is known by many as 'Mr Trampoline'. Through his work with schools across Australia he has seen first-hand how the freedom and sensory experience of bouncing can unlock remarkable abilities. He speaks with Kate Walker. Original air date: 10.07.26 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 12 de jun.

    Daniel Hillyer - Robofit

    In her first Ablequest interview, Hannah Lock talks to Daniel Hillyer who had an active life as a young chef, then 16 years ago he leaned against a balcony railing and fell 4.5 metres. He was diagnosed as a C4/5 quadriplegic and believed he would never again have any movement below his neck. Now, as co-founder of Robofit, he helps other people on their recovery journeys. Robofit uses neuro controlled exoskeletons to improve function, walking , standing and posture, using bio-electrical signals from the brain to that muscle. Original broadcast date: 12.06.26 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 29 de mai.

    Matt Bowtell - Free 3D Hands

    Matt Bowtell is Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands. Formerly a Toyota engineer Matt visited Japan as a young engineering student and was excited to see a $1 million bionic arm but sad that most people Original air date: 29.05.26 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 15 de mai.

    Sam Penny - Ocean Heroes

    Paramedic Sam Penny from the northern beaches of Sydney loves all kinds of sports and starts everyday with a swim. Sam is passionate about the benefits of being in the water and for the past decade he has been part of Ocean Heroes which allows neurodivergent or autistic individuals getting fun and inclusive access to the ocean for free. Elaine Wziontek talks to him about the benefits of the Ocean Heroes experience which builds confidence and connection, whether the children are getting into the surf for the first time or keen to catch a wave. Original air date: 15.05.26 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 1 de mai.

    Storm Menzies - Storm Beauty

    In todays episode we hear Kate Walker interview Storm Menzies, from Storm Beauty. During the interview we hear how the company came to be, how the products help people apply makeup, and other ways the company is being inclusive. Afterwards, you can listen to Kate reading an article from the ABC about a group of artists living with disability, and their reaction to feedback. Original air date: 01.05.2026 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ablequest is a series of 15 minute programs which examines developments in assistive technology and initiatives for those people living with a wide range of disabilities. Presented by Barbara Sullivan, Marni Roper and Elaine Wziontek. Produced in the studios of 2RPH in Sydney.

Informações

  • Criado por
    2RPH
  • Anos de atividade
    2020 - 2026
  • Episódios
    95
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Site do podcast
    Ablequest