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RSBC Unseen - Episode 17 - Lights Camera Accessibility

RSBC Unseen - November 08, 2021 21:00 - 46 minutes
Join the RSBC Youth Forum this month as they discuss accessibility in film and media. How to get a discount when visiting the cinema with a friend when you are visually impaired? Do you use audio description, what happens when it fails us, please share your story with us and we will read it in...

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Real-Time Health Research

Beyond Research - November 08, 2021 18:59 - 27 minutes
In health research, the voices of people outside of the research team – the patients, caregivers, families – may be lost. In this episode, you’ll hear from leading researchers who are expanding the traditional definition of a research team and designing research programs focused on maki...

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Episode Ten: Psychosexual Exploration, Sexual Self-Esteem and Disability

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - October 13, 2021 13:00 - 45 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Candice Care-Unger and Arlyn Owens from Royal Rehab's Sexuality Service in Sydney talks to Susan about how sexual self-esteem and empowering sexual confidence in people with disability is more than the literal mechanics of sex. Whether you've had your disability long term, or recently, Candice...

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RSBC Unseen - Episode 16- Life After Lockdown

RSBC Unseen - October 13, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes
We are back! Join our Youth forum as they discuss life after lockdown; what are they looking forward in doing, what was taking the vaccine like, and even more topics. The good, the bad and the funny! You can always share your thoughts on the podcast, by reaching out on our social medias @RSBCC...

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The Power Of Play

Beyond Research - October 05, 2021 18:48 - 27 minutes
As Canada continues to deal with effects of Covid-19, concerns over the critical importance of the early years and the impacts on kids are growing. In this episode you’ll hear from researchers specializing in children’s mental health and development, each who will share unique insights ...

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Episode Nine: Nazim Erdem - Paralympic Gold Medalist, Wheelchair Rugby

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - September 22, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
We’re celebrating the diversity of disability and highlighting spinal cord injury awareness for the entire month of September.   In this bonus episode of Have The Nerve, former Australian Steeler and Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby Gold medalist, Naz Erdem joins me to talk about his life as a Paral...

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Episode Eight: Louise Sauvage - Paralympic Gold Medalist and Coach, Wheelchair Racing

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - September 16, 2021 02:00 - 39 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Have The Nerve is celebrating the diversity of disability and the importance of disability representation for the month of September. In this episode, Louise Sauvage (Former wheelchair racer, Australian Paralympic Wheelchair Racing Gold Medalist and now the coach for up-and-coming wheelchair p...

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Food Waste

Beyond Research - September 13, 2021 12:33 - 27 minutes
Did you know that in Canada, roughly 50% of the food produced is lost or wasted? In the latest episode of the Beyond Research Podcast, we’re exploring the ways scientific advancements in nutrition and food science are helping the agri-food industry better manage this growing problem. Li...

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Episode Seven: Talking about first experiences after a spinal cord injury

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - August 11, 2021 14:00 - 46 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
When you think about first milestones in your life what do you think about? First day of school? First kiss? First boyfriend or girlfriend? ....What about the first time you realised your injury is permanent? Or the first time you fell out of your wheelchair? It's not often we get to talk abo...

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Episode Six: Over 65s, NDIS and Aged Care funding

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - July 07, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Navigating support funding for older Australians with a disability can be difficult. What happens if you are aged 65 and over and acquire a disability? For this episode we’re going to be discussing supports for older Australians with a disability from the NDIS to My Aged Care Funding. You'll ...

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Episode Six: Over 65's, NDIS and Aged Care funding

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - July 07, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Navigating support funding for older Australians with a disability can be difficult. What happens if you are aged 65 and over and acquire a disability? For this episode we’re going to be discussing supports for older Australians with a disability from the NDIS to My Aged Care Funding. You'll ...

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Energy Poverty

Beyond Research - July 06, 2021 13:35 - 29 minutes
We begin the new season by learning about the connection between world-leading technology development and an urgent – and often hidden – social crisis: energy poverty. In this episode, you’ll hear from the Mayor of Bridgewater, a small, rural town that is leading the charge on energy po...

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Beyond Research Season 2 Trailer

Beyond Research - June 30, 2021 07:00 - 2 minutes
Join us for season 2 of Beyond Research, where we will explore the ripple effect that research is having on our society at large. In each episode, we will bring you the story, beyond the research and introduce you to Canada-based researchers and community leaders whose work are intersec...

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Episode Five: Pain management and medicinal cannabis

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - June 02, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
What is like to live with pain that never stops? What is out there for pain management? CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses suicidal ideation and addiction. Listener discretion is advised. If you are struggling with similar feelings we encourage you to please call the 24 hour crisis support...

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RSBC Unseen Tech - Episode 15 - Finding Questionable Things with Apple Airtags

RSBC Unseen - May 19, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes
Are you constantly losing things? Apple has released their long awaited AirTag, an item tracker to help you locate items. However, in this month’s Unseen Tech podcast, Alex has ‘found’ some interesting ways that you can possibly use these £30 trackers to help you if you have a visual impairmen...

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Episode Four: What you should know about SCI and bowel management

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - May 05, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Did you know that acquiring a spinal cord injury can affect more than somebody's legs? Spinal cord injury (SCI) can significantly affect the bowel. Edwina Spooner from Coloplast explains how an SCI can affect the bowel, surgical and non-surgical options, considerations for intimacy and maintain...

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Episode Three: What you should know about SCI and bladder management

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - May 05, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Did you know that acquiring a spinal cord injury can affect more than somebody's legs? Spinal cord injury (SCI) can significantly affect the bladder. Edwina Spooner from Coloplast explains what a neurogenic bladder is, the importance of hygiene, good catheter technique and considerations you sh...

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RSBC Unseen - Episode 14 - Centre Stage Livestream!

RSBC Unseen - May 05, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour
We're doing things a little bit differently this month, with our latest episode being the audio from the RSBC Youth Forum's Facebook livestream to launch our brand new, monthly e-newsletter for children and young people - Centre Stage! Join Sally and 6 members of the Youth Forum as they talk ab...

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RSBC Unseen Tech - Episode 13 - Accessible Music Creation on the Mac

RSBC Unseen - April 21, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes
Learn how to make some music with a Mac and Logic Pro in this episode of the Unseen Tech Podcast; where we are joined by special guess pianist Kevin Satizabal. Learn what equipment, the setup, and accessible tricks to create music accessibly. Do you feel musically creative? Why not join our Crea...

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RSBC Unseen - Episode 13 - Accessible Music Creation on the Mac

RSBC Unseen - April 21, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes
Learn how to make some music with a Mac and Logic Pro in this episode of the Unseen Tech Podcast; where we are joined by special guess pianist Kevin Satizabal. Learn what equipment, the setup, and accessible tricks to create music accessibly. Do you feel musically creative? Why not join our Crea...

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RSBC Unseen - Episode 12 - Music to Our Ears

RSBC Unseen - April 06, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour
Today our resident musicians from the Youth Forum, Justin and Zenny, are joined by special guest Andre Louis to talk all things music! Braille sheet music, youtube, getting started, tools and equipment playing music whilst VI, going in the studio, they've got it all covered. if you have any que...

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Life lessons with SCIA's Peer and Family Support Team

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - March 31, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Can having a disability change you? The SCIA Peer and Family Support team talk about their lived experiences and the reality of living with a spinal cord injury. Hear from Rob, Dan and Jess about what is truly important, lessons they’ve learnt along the way like patience, advocating for themse...

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Episode Two: Life lessons with SCIA's Peer and Family Support Team

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - March 31, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
Can having a disability change you? The SCIA Peer and Family Support team talk about their lived experiences and the reality of living with a spinal cord injury. Hear from Rob, Dan and Jess about what is truly important, lessons they’ve learnt along the way like patience, advocating for themse...

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RSBC Unseen Tech Edition - Episode 11 - Tracking Your Fitness

RSBC Unseen - March 24, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes
Alex is back with another Tech episode of RSBC Unseen! Today he talks about apps and tech around sports and fitness, including equipment, watches and more.  Have any burning Tech questions? Send them our way and Alex will answer them on the next episode!

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Post-Industrial Communities: Researching Our Past to Better Our Future

Beyond Research - March 11, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes
Cape Breton Island, now recognized for its natural landscapes and golf resorts, was once the industrial heartland of Atlantic Canada. By 2000, its coal and steel industries shut down resulting in a host of social and economic difficulties for the region. Learn why preserving the history...

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RSBC Unseen - Episode 10 - Game, Set, Match!

RSBC Unseen - March 09, 2021 18:00 - 41 minutes
This time Kaya and Charlotte speak to special guest Sally, who works for RSBC and helps out the Youth Forum, about all things sports! We talk about tennis, boccia, goal ball, trampolining, running and even wrestling! We talk about adapting sports and how you can get involved as a young VI person...

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Episode One: Got Pride! Identity, discrimination and overcoming barriers for queer people with disability

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - March 03, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
What are some of the challenges that people with disability within the queer community face when finding supports? Join host Susan Wood, SCIA Peer and Family Support Coordinator Jess Pellow, SCIA Policy and Advocacy Team Leader Michael Magro and ACON Community Health Promotion Officer, LGBTQ+ ...

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Got Pride! Identity, discrimination and overcoming barriers for queer people with disability

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - March 03, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes ★★★ - 1 rating
What are some of the challenges that people with disability within the queer community face when finding supports? Join host Susan Wood, SCIA Peer and Family Support Coordinator Jess Pellow, SCIA Policy and Advocacy Team Leader Michael Magro and ACON Community Health Promotion Officer, LGBTQ+ ...

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Have The Nerve - Trailer

Have The Nerve: A Podcast About Disability - February 19, 2021 04:00 - 39 seconds ★★★ - 1 rating
Get ready for Spinal Cord Injuries Australia’s brand new podcast Have the Nerve!   We will cover topics important to people living with spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions - including sexuality, advocacy, over 65s, NDIS and more!   We aim to inform, educate and empower people with...

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Aquatic Animal Tracking: The North Atlantic Right Whale

Beyond Research - February 09, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes
Coastal communities are increasingly having to better understand the marine environment, including balancing prosperous fisheries and endangered aquatic species. It’s estimated that more than 90% of large oceanic fish have disappeared since the 1950s due to over exploitation, habitat de...