11 episodes
Working Blind Connor Scott-Gardner
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- Society & Culture
Working blind shares the stories of blind people, their journey to a career and the successes and challenges they have experienced throughout their lives.
I'm Connor Scott-Gardner, a disability rights advocate passionate about accessibility and inclusion. I know that blind people have one of the highest rates of unemployment of all disability groups, and I set out to change that. By connecting with blind people who are in work and sharing their stories I want to offer encouragement to younger blind people, or those who have recently lost their vision. But I also want to show recruiters and business owners that blind people are highly skilled individuals, dedicated to their careers, and they can support you in achieving your business goals.
Listen to our stories, and give us a chance.
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Interdependence is key for this blind communications officer. Interview with Kevin Satizabal.
Kevin works as a communications officer for a sight loss organisation in the United Kingdom. Originally from Colombia, he returned to the UK when he was in primary school and had to adapt to learning assistive technology while also learning English. This helped him develop a love of languages, something which is an important part of his career now.
He explored his love of music throughout his childhood and has gone on to tour the world with the orchestras he is a member of.
You can follow Kevin on Twitter at: http://twitter.com/KevinSatizabal
Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com
Social links:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/catchthesewords
YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/catchthesewords
Email me: holly@catchthesewords.com
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Lucy Edwards, Journalist and Social Media Influencer
I sat down with Lucy Edwards to talk about life as a blind social media influencer and journalist. She shared her journey, from depression to success and everything in between.
To view a transcript of this episode, visit: https://catchthesewords.com/working-blind-episode-10-lucy-edwards-journalist-and-social-media-influencer/
Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com
Social links:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/catchthesewords
YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/catchthesewords
Email me: holly@catchthesewords.com
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Matthew Johnson, Lawyer
Matthew Johnson has been blind since birth. He moved from Bermuda to the UK to attend a school for the blind, studied languages at university, and now works as a lawyer.
Follow Matthew on Twitter: http://twitter.com/bermudianbrit
Visit the home of Working Blind, where you can find more info about the show as well as transcripts for each episode, at http://catchthesewords.com
Social links:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/catchthesewords
YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/catchthesewords
Email me: holly@catchthesewords.com
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Lawrence Brown III: Blind Musician
Lawrence has always been interested in music, but he started seriously playing in high school. From there he went to university, and he's now a full-time musician. Find out how he did it.
Check out some of Lawrence's music:
The Vitruvian Project: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-vitruvian-project/1434805065
EEP on Bandcamp: https://eepshoegaze.bandcamp.com/
Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com
Social links:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/catchthesewords
YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/catchthesewords
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Martin Ralfe, Technology Services and Skills Lead
Martin works for the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association UK leading their technology service.
Although initially a reluctant technology user himself he ended up working in the field and wants to ensure that blind people who receive Guide Dogs services can also receive support with technology that will enable them to become more independent.
Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com
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Instagram: http://instagram.com/catchthesewords
YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/catchthesewords
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Justin Yarbrough, Digital Accessibility Specialist
Justin works at a university ensuring that classes are accessible to disabled students. As a blind person he knows first hand why accessibility matters, and it is his goal to ensure that all students can access the class materials.
Follow Justin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fatelvis04
Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com
Social links:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/catchthesewords
Instagram: http://instagram.com/catchthesewords
YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/catchthesewords
Facebook: http://facebook.com/catchthesewords
Email me: holly@catchthesewords.com
Support Working Blind by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/working-blind