EPISODE · Feb 22, 2024 · 27 MIN
Embracing Adaptive Sports and Changing Paths
from The Blind Chick · host Aftersight
The Blind Chick Podcast: Conversation with Emily Shavers In this episode of The Blind Chick, hosts converse with Emilee Schevers who talks about her experiences as a visually impaired individual. Emily discusses her engagement with goalball, an adaptive sport for visually impaired individuals, and her passion for advocacy and inclusivity in the Miss Personality Eastern Canada pageant. Additionally, she shares her experiences working in a camp that accommodates visually impaired individuals. Emilee emphasizes the impact of trying new things and boosts confidence in individuals facing similar situations. 00:00 Introduction to The Blind Chick Podcast 00:58 A Glimpse into the Hosts' Lives and Their New Year Resolutions 01:25 Guest Introduction: Emily Shavers, the Goalball Enthusiast 02:57 Getting to Know Emily: Her Heroes, Theme Song, and Vision Loss 04:49 Unique Experience with Color Vision 10:15 Journey into Goalball 12:55 Experience in Pageantry and the Birth of Personality Pageant 17:38 Love for Camp and Her Role as a Camp Coordinator 20:10 Takeaway Message and Final Thoughts 22:04 Advocacy Work and Her Social Media Platform, Tru Faces Thank you for listening to this episode of the blind chick. We hope you have an amazing week if you have any questions, comments or concerns, please leave us a message at [email protected] or give us a call if you have a question for one of our hosts at 720-712-8856.
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The Blind Chick Podcast: Conversation with Emily Shavers In this episode of The Blind Chick, hosts converse with Emilee Schevers who talks about her experiences as a visually impaired individual. Emily discusses her engagement with goalball, an adaptive sport for visually impaired individuals, and her passion for advocacy and inclusivity in the Miss Personality Eastern Canada pageant. Additionally, she shares her experiences working in a camp that accommodates visually impaired individuals. Emilee emphasizes the impact of trying new things and boosts confidence in individuals facing similar situations. 00:00 Introduction to The Blind Chick Podcast 00:58 A Glimpse into the Hosts' Lives and Their New Year Resolutions 01:25 Guest Introduction: Emily Shavers, the Goalball Enthusiast 02:57 Getting to Know Emily: Her Heroes, Theme Song, and Vision Loss 04:49 Unique Experience with Color Vision 10:15 Journey into Goalball 12:55 Experience in Pageantry and the Birth of Personality Pageant 17:38 Love for Camp and Her Role as a Camp Coordinator 20:10 Takeaway Message and Final Thoughts 22:04 Advocacy Work and Her Social Media Platform, Tru Faces Thank you for listening to this episode of the blind chick. We hope you have an amazing week if you have any questions, comments or concerns, please leave us a message at [email protected] or give us a call if you have a question for one of our hosts at 720-712-8856.
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