Kevin works as a Communications Officer for a sight loss organisation in the UK. Originally from Colombia, he had to adapt to both learning assistive technology, and English, when he moved to England. This resulted in his love of languages, something which is a strength in his career. Transcript Holly Scott-Gardner: Hi, everyone, and welcome…
Category: Working Blind
Working Blind is a podcast where I interview blind people about their careers, the educational path they took and the successes and difficulties they have experienced. It is a platform through which blind people can tell their stories and offer support and motivation to other blind people who may be considering a similar career path.
You can listen to Working Blind on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or TuneIn Radio.
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Working Blind Episode 10 – Lucy Edwards, Journalist and Social Media Influencer
Lucy Edwards is a journalist and social media influencer from the United Kingdom. After losing her vision she started a YouTube channel, where she educates the public about life with a disability. You can subscribe to Working Blind on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and TuneIn. If you like the show, consider making a donation to help…
Working Blind Episode 9 – 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. You can subscribe to Working Blind on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and TuneIn. If you like the show, consider making a…
Working Blind Episode 8: Lawrence Brown, 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 and EEP on Bandcamp You can subscribe to Working Blind on Spotify, Apple…
Working Blind Episode 7- 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….
Working Blind Episode 6 – 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. You can subscribe to Working Blind on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and TuneIn. If you like the…
Working Blind Episode 5 – Matthew Horspool, Braille Transcriber
Matthew works at a school for students with disabilities. A number of his students are blind and need access to braille. We chat about braille, changes to the code and how accessible the job is for a blind person. You can subscribe to Working Blind on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and TuneIn. If you like the…
Working Blind Episode 4 – Angela Fowler, Business Owner
Angela turned her hobby of producing beef jerky into a business when she set up Gliding Eagle Jerky. She hopes to not only sell quality products but offer competitive employment opportunities to blind and otherwise disabled people. I chat to her about how she got started making jerky, her current job and her hopes for…
Working Blind Episode 3 – Sean Randall, Technology Teacher
Sean Randall works at New College Worcester, a school for young people who are blind or visually impaired. He uses his skills and experience to teach them how to use the technology they need in order to be successful. He also delivers careers advice and works as an IT technician. Sean speaks about his field…
Working Blind Episode two – Caitlin Hernandez, Blind Teacher
Caitlin Hernandez lives in San Francisco and works as a teacher. I chatted to her about her education, what made her become a teacher and the adaptations she uses to teach students who are sighted but have other disabilities. You can subscribe to Working Blind on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and TuneIn. If you like the…