Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"Back to School"

Three people talk about their experiences in the education system.

Vicky started at Townsend House School for Deaf and Blind Children in 1960. She talks about her experiences and the teachers that made the biggest difference to her.

Heidi and Sheryl attended the same school... sometime later. We hear how Townsend prepared them for life in the standard education system, or failed to do so.

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

A special thank you to Vicky Cousins; Heidi and Sheryl.

This program was made possible with support from the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at https://cbf.org.au/ 

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Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"Abundabiliteez"

Lizzie and Sam catch up with Hollie Andrew, Founder & Operations ​Director for Abundabiliteez Productions.

Hollie talks about what inspired her to form Abundabiliteez Productions, and some of her views regarding arts and people with a disability.  

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

A special thank you to Hollie Andrew

You can find Abundabiliteez Productions here:  https://abundabiliteezproductions.com.au/ 

You can book tickets to "Outside In" here: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/outside-in-af2025 

This program was made possible with support from the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at https://cbf.org.au/ 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"100K"

Vision Australia and Vision Australia Radio are conducting their "100k Your Way" fundraising campaign in April.  Sam talks to two of the Ambassadors for the event,.   

Dale talks about how he lost his sight; how that has affected his life; and why he is doing the whole 100K in one day.

Jess talks about being a mother of a three-year-old with albinism; how that has changed her entire family; and how they will be fundraising in April.

Meanwhile Ian Finlayson, the General Manager of Fundraising and Marketing for Vision Australia talks about event itself, how you can be involved and how to support those taking part.

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

If you want to support Vision Australia in April: 

Dale's Page: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/dalepierce/100kyourway 

Jess's Page: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/Laps4Lina/100kyourway  

Vision Australia Radio Adelaide: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/visionaustraliaradioadelaide 

Vision Australia Radio Perth: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/VisionAustraliaRadioPerth

Vision Australia Radio Melbourne: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/VisionAustraliaRadioMelbourne 

Visio Australia Regional Radio: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/visionaustraliaradioregional 

Thank you to Dale; Ian and Jess. 

Special thank you to Clare and Myra for their help setting up these interviews.  

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

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Lizzie Eastham presents Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"International Women's Day"

Lizzie is flying solo this week, giving Sam a poorly deserved week off.  

In honour of International Women's Day Lizzie speaks to two blind women who have different but inspiring stories to tell.

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

Thank you to Anne and Shaleah.

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"The Boy Scout Syndrome"

While we always appreciate it when someone offers to help us out, is it possible to be over-helpful?  

Our Choir of Angels talks about the times when they have received some unwanted attention from members of the public, and we talk about the role of consent when dealing with the disability community.

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

Thank you to Maddy; Carlie; Stephen; Lily; Jodie; Emma; Sam C and Lars. 

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"Anne Mok"

Anne Mok is an instagrammer who uses her platform to bring awareness to accessible brands in Canada.  Anne talks about her experiences as an Asian with a disability; her diagnosis; and gives some advice to women about empowerment.

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

Thank you to Anne.

Anne Mok Website: https://purposeinview.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purposeinview/ 

Anne's Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/T9IaJp5TLzA?si=09YW4CmuJ4gjJTna 

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"I only have Eyes for You"

With Valentines Day coming up, Lizzie and Sam dive back into the world of Love and Dating. Our "Choir of Angels" talk about their experience out in the world of dating apps flirting and ambiguous body language.  

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

Thank you to Maddy; Jodie; Carlie; Stephen and Lilly.  

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"Lars Bosselmann {European Blind Union)"

Lizzie and Sam talk to Lars Bosselmann, Executive Director for the European Blind Union. Lars talks about his own thoughts on access and inclusion; and the slow progress that the EBU has overseen in its 40 years of existence.

They also examine Donald Trumps statement regarding Diversity Equity and Inclusion, made Friday 31st January after the American Airlines/Black Hawk collision.  

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

Thank you to Lars and the European Union for agreeing to to the interview and providing such interesting insight.

For more information on the EBU co to: https://www.euroblind.org/ 

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"TAXI!"

We tackle a subject that is the bane of many Assistance Dog Users, refusal on Taxis or Ride share.  

Lizzie talks to Annette (whom we spoke to last year about her book "Molly and Maple") and Janice. They talk about their many experiences; how that affects them personally and what, they believe, should be the consequences for the drivers.  Lizzie also tells us of some of her experiences.

We then replay an interview conducted by Peter Greco last year with Olivia Barry from 13Cabs where she outlines a new feature in their booking app which MAY provide a solution to the problem.

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

A special thank you to Annette and Janice for sharing their stories.

Thank you once more to Peter Greco for allowing us use of his interview with Olivia Cooper.  You can find the full interview here: https://omny.fm/shows/focal-point/18-dec-2024 (30 min 30 seconds)

You can provide your own feedback to 13Cabs by emailing: [email protected] 

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

"Matt Levy - Leadership and Inclusion"

Sam talks to former Paralympic Swimmer Matt Levy OAM. Matt talks about retirement after the Birmingham Commonwealth Games; and the two self-help ebooks he released late last year.

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment on the station’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

Thank you once again to Matt.

You can find links to Matt's books here: https://www.mattlevy.com.au/ 

Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.