Working Blind
18 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsWorking 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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Episodes
Interdependence is key for this blind communications officer. Interview with Kevin Satizabal.
March 17, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 62.2 MBKevin 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 ...
Lucy Edwards, Journalist and Social Media Influencer
February 06, 2021 18:14 - 65 MBI 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/catchtheseword...
Matthew Johnson, Lawyer
November 29, 2020 16:27 - 42 minutes - 97.5 MBMatthew 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: ...
Lawrence Brown III: Blind Musician
October 31, 2020 14:01 - 58 minutes - 66.7 MBLawrence 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...
S1E7 - Martin Ralfe, Technology Services and Skills Lead
January 08, 2020 21:35 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MBMartin 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 Social links: Twitter: http://twitter.com/catchthesewords Instagram: http://instagram....
Martin Ralfe, Technology Services and Skills Lead
January 08, 2020 21:35 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MBMartin 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 Social links: Twitter: http://twitter.com/catchthesewords Instagram: http://instagram....
Justin Yarbrough, Digital Accessibility Specialist
December 23, 2019 17:53 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBJustin 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/catch...
S1E6 - Justin Yarbrough, Digital Accessibility Specialist
December 23, 2019 17:53 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBJustin 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/catch...
S1E5 - Matthew Horspool, Braille Transcriber
May 29, 2019 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBMatthew works as a braille transcriber at a school for children with disabilities. A number of the students are blind and need access to braille. We talk about braille, changes to the code and how accessible the job is for a blind person. Follow Matthew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mhorspool 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...
Matthew Horspool, Braille Transcriber
May 29, 2019 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBMatthew works as a braille transcriber at a school for children with disabilities. A number of the students are blind and need access to braille. We talk about braille, changes to the code and how accessible the job is for a blind person. Follow Matthew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mhorspool 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...
S1E4 - Angela Fowler, Beef Jerky Creator and Business Owner
May 15, 2019 19:00 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBAngela 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 the business. You can visit Gliding Eagle Jerky on the web at: http://www.glidingeaglejerky.com/ like them on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/glidingeaglejerky/ or follow ...
Angela Fowler, Beef Jerky Creator and Business Owner
May 15, 2019 19:00 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBAngela 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 the business. You can visit Gliding Eagle Jerky on the web at: http://www.glidingeaglejerky.com/ like them on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/glidingeaglejerky/ or follow ...
Sean Randall, Technology Teacher
April 17, 2019 19:00 - 20 minutes - 23.3 MBSean 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 of work and how he feels blindness can be an asset. Follow Sean on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cachondo Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com Social links: ...
S1E3 - Sean Randall, Technology Teacher
April 17, 2019 19:00 - 20 minutes - 23.3 MBSean 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 of work and how he feels blindness can be an asset. Follow Sean on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cachondo Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com Social links: ...
S1E2 - Caitlin Hernandez, Special Education Teacher
April 03, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBCaitlin Hernandez is blind and teaches students with disabilities in San Francisco. I talk to her about her experiences in school, what made her want to become a teacher and the adaptations she uses to work with students who are sighted but have other disabilities. A transcript of this episode can be found at: http://catchthesewords.com/working-blind-episode-two-caitlin-hernandez-blind-teacher/ Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com Social links: Twitter: http://t...
Caitlin Hernandez, Special Education Teacher
April 03, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBCaitlin Hernandez is blind and teaches students with disabilities in San Francisco. I talk to her about her experiences in school, what made her want to become a teacher and the adaptations she uses to work with students who are sighted but have other disabilities. A transcript of this episode can be found at: http://catchthesewords.com/working-blind-episode-two-caitlin-hernandez-blind-teacher/ Visit the home of working blind at http://catchthesewords.com Social links: Twitter: http://t...
S1E1 - Meet Florian, a blind programmer
March 20, 2019 20:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBFlorian Beijers is blind and lives in the Netherlands. He now works as a programmer, after completing a degree at university. I met with him to find out what life is like for blind people in the Netherlands and to ask what his experiences were in education. He also offers useful advice for blind people who are looking for a job. Follow Florian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zersiax A transcript of this episode can be found at: http://catchthesewords.com/working-blind-episode-1-meet-flori...
Meet Florian, a blind programmer
March 20, 2019 20:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBFlorian Beijers is blind and lives in the Netherlands. He now works as a programmer, after completing a degree at university. I met with him to find out what life is like for blind people in the Netherlands and to ask what his experiences were in education. He also offers useful advice for blind people who are looking for a job. Follow Florian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zersiax A transcript of this episode can be found at: http://catchthesewords.com/working-blind-episode-1-meet-flori...