When I first watched Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+, I wasn’t fixated on the fight scenes or superpowers like most fans—I was locked in on a quiet, unexpected moment: a scene where Matt Murdock, Marvel’s blind superhero, is cooking dinner for his girlfriend.

As someone who’s obsessed with food and pop culture, I had questions. Was that scene realistic? Do blind people actually cook like that? And how often does Hollywood get it right when portraying visual impairment in the kitchen?

To help me answer those questions, I brought on Chef Debra Erickson, founder of The Blind Kitchen—a game-changing resource for people with vision loss who want to cook safely, confidently, and independently. Debra is the real deal: the only blind student in her culinary school, a former cooking instructor, and now an innovator in accessible cooking tools and techniques.

In this episode, we talk about:

• 👨‍🍳 What that Daredevil cooking scene actually gets right (and what it leaves out)
• 🧠 The myths and truths about “heightened senses” when you lose your sight
• 🔥 Real-world tools that help blind chefs measure, pour, stir, and taste with confidence
• 🦸‍♀️ Why representation matters—and what Hollywood still needs to learn

Debra also shares her incredible personal journey, her favorite kitchen hacks, and how she’s helping thousands reclaim their place at the stove—no superpowers required.

🎯 Whether you’re a Marvel fan, a home cook, or someone who cares about accessibility, this one is for you.

🔔 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share this episode with a friend—especially the one who never misses a Marvel moment or who geeks out about kitchen gadgets like I do.

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