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CNIB Podcast Network
by CNIB / INCA
The CNIB Podcast Network is a collection of audio programming designed to give a voice to people across the CNIB community as they share their personal stories of life with sight loss. Listen to the episodes on any of the platforms listed below. If you enjoy what you hear, subscribe!
Episodes
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Advocacy Letters Podcast (Audio) EN
Advocacy Letters Podcast (Audio) EN by CNIB / INCA
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The Unseen Perspectives – Networking
The Unseen Perspectives Podcast is a six-episode limited series of created by participants in CNIB’s Come to Work program as part of a collaborative group project. Each episode explores different workplace‑related topics. This episode explores networking.
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The Unseen Perspectives – Perceived Notions of Vision Loss from an Employment Perspective
The Unseen Perspectives Podcast is a six-episode limited series of created by participants in CNIB’s Come to Work program as part of a collaborative group project. Each episode explores different workplace‑related topics. This episode examines perceived notions of vision loss from an employment...
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The Unseen Perspectives – How Assistive Tech Empowers
The Unseen Perspectives Podcast is a six-episode limited series of created by participants in CNIB’s Come to Work program as part of a collaborative group project. Each episode explores different workplace‑related topics. This episode explores how assistive tech empowers and helps people succeed…
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The Unseen Perspectives – Internships and Co-ops for Youth
The Unseen Perspectives Podcast is a six-episode limited series of created by participants in CNIB’s Come to Work program as part of a collaborative group project. Each episode explores different workplace‑related topics. This episode dives into internships and co-op placements for youth with…
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The Unseen Perspectives – Universal Design
The Unseen Perspectives Podcast is a six-episode limited series of created by participants in CNIB’s Come to Work program as part of a collaborative group project. Each episode explores different workplace‑related topics. This episode is all about universal design.
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The Unseen Perspectives – The World of Work, Post-COVID
The Unseen Perspectives Podcast is a six-episode limited series of created by participants in CNIB’s Come to Work program as part of a collaborative group project. Each episode explores different workplace‑related topics. This episode explores what the world of work looks like in a post-COVID...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Embracing Identity and Vision with Sophia Alexander
In this episode of The Lens: Living Diverse, Ben chats with Sophia Alexander – a future social worker, passionate advocate, and proud Black woman of Grenadian descent. Sophia opens up about her experience being diagnosed with glaucoma and the impact of meeting other Black individuals with sight...
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The Blind Truth – Pathways to progress: Making transportation accessible
In the final episode of The Blind Truth, Taylor and Vivi examine the state of public transit in Edmonton and Winnipeg, highlighting the successes of CNIB’s Get on Board advocacy campaign and the work that still needs to be done to create safe and accessible journeys across Canada. They’re joined…
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The Blind Truth – Empowering the next generation
In episode three of The Blind Truth, Taylor and Vivi look at the student and parent perspectives of navigating the education system for students who are blind or have low vision. University student Zachary Abdalla reflects on his experiences as a student with sight loss in Alberta’s education...
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The Blind Truth – How do we talk about blindness?
In episode two of The Blind Truth, Taylor and Vivi explore how language has shaped the way we discuss and understand blindness since the 19th century. They’re joined by Dr. Vanessa Warne, a professor in the Department of English at the University of Manitoba, whose decade of research delves into...
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The Blind Truth – Seeing beyond sight
Welcome to the first episode of The Blind Truth, where hosts Taylor and Vivi discuss the foundation for understanding sight loss by debunking common stereotypes and misconceptions about blindness and answering common questions. Plus, learn more about Taylor and Vivi’s roles within the CNIB…
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Finding Purpose in View with Anne Mok
This week on The Lens: Living Diverse, Ben sits down with Anne Mok, a content creator, public speaker, author, storyteller, and advocate. Anne shares her identities and experiences as an Asian woman with sight loss who immigrated to Canada at a young age, reflecting on what her culture means to...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Some Great Company with Kelly MacDonald
In this episode of The Lens: Living Diverse, host Ben sits down with the legendary Kelly MacDonald, celebrated broadcaster and host of AMI’s Kelly & Company. Kelly shares his journey as a Black man living with sight loss navigating the entertainment and broadcasting industry. He reflects on the...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 10: An Introduction To Cryptocurrency
In the final episode of Dollars Seen Differently, Graham Dobbs from TMU discusses the basics of cryptocurrency. Graham explains that cryptocurrency, unlike traditional currency, is a decentralized digital form of money, often managed through blockchain technology. He explores types of...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 9: Life Insurance
In Episode 9 of Dollar Seen Differently, Ryan Chin from Sunlife Financial and Peridot Financial Solutions explains the importance and types of life insurance available for individuals, including those with disabilities. Chin shares that life insurance is often sought to cover debts, leave a…
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 8: Debt and Taxes - The Basics
In Episode 8 of Dollars Seen Differently, we cover the essentials of financial literacy, focusing on debts, loans, and taxes. The episode discusses different types of loans—such as credit cards, lines of credit, mortgages, and payday loans—highlighting their pros and cons. The speakers emphasize...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 7: Scholarships For Students With Disabilities
In Episode 7 of Dollars Seen Differently, Sheldon Brown highlights CNIB’s wide range of scholarships and bursaries, which support students across Canada, addressing both financial need and accessibility requirements for those with sight loss. Katja introduces NEADS’ financial assistance program,...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 6: Financial Aid For Post-Secondary Students
In Episode 6 of Dollars Seen Differently, Joanna Angelidis from BCIT and Ellis Parsons from CNIB discuss financial aid options for students, especially those with disabilities. They explore various resources, including the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities and provincial student...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 5: Registered Accounts
In Episode 5 of Dollars Seen Differently, financial expert Selene Mathews-Negash discusses various registered accounts available in Canada, including the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), First Home Savings Account (FHSA), and Registered Education Savings...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 4: Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
In Episode 4 of Dollars Seen Differently, Ryan Chin from Sun Life Financial and Peridot Financial Solutions explains the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), designed for Canadians with disabilities to save long-term and grow tax-free until withdrawal. The RDSP offers government benefits...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 3: Disability Benefits
Episode 3 of Dollars Seen Differently discusses two significant financial benefits available to Canadians with disabilities: the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) and the Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPPD). The DTC is a non-refundable tax credit aimed at individuals with severe, prolonged...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 2: Finding Government Benefits With Prosper Canada
In Episode 2 of Dollars Seen Differently, Prosper Canada, a national charity, offers financial empowerment tools for Canadians, including the Benefits Way Finder and the Disability Benefits Compass. These free, accessible tools help users identify and apply for government benefits, particularly...
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Dollars Seen Differently – Episode 1: Common Money Questions With The CNIB National Youth Council
Episode 1 of Dollars Seen Differently explores financial literacy topics aimed at youth with sight loss, focusing on key concerns like the importance of understanding money management from a young age, banking options, online financial institutions, and strategies to avoid impulse purchases.…
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Turning the Page with Shruti
In this week’s episode of The Lens: Living Diverse, hosts Ben and Vivi welcome Shruti Shravah, an English literature major with a passion for stories. As a South Asian woman navigating life with sight loss, Shruti shares her journey in discovering her voice in Western literature and celebrates…
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Leading With Laughter
In this week’s episode of The Lens: Living Diverse, Ben welcomes the hilarious and talented Jason Osborne. Jason opens up about his experiences living with Stargardt disease, his upbringing in a Guyanese family, and his passion for stand-up comedy. Hear how he seamlessly incorporates his low…
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The Lens: Living Diverse – A Voice of Change
The Lens: Living Diverse welcomes Adam Brown, a talented voice actor and social media influencer. In their conversation, Adam openly discusses his journey as a young Black man living with Retinitis Pigmentosa, highlighting his passion for music production, advocacy efforts, and his experiences in...
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CNIB Braille Creative Writing Contest (2023)
In the fall, we interviewed four students who entered the 2023 CNIB Braille Creative Writing Contest and also attended the Writing With Feeling Retreat at CNIB Lake Joe. Hear from Aiza, Ali, Donna-Lynn and Fajer about their experiences.
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The Lens: Living Diverse – A Vision for Disability Empowerment and Equality
The Lens: Living Diverse, welcomes Azhar Karim, Founder of DEEN: Disability Empowerment Equality Network. DEEN is a Canadian charity founded by Muslims with Disabilities that operates a number of programs and services for people with disabilities in Mississauga, Ottawa and Scarborough. Azhar...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – What’s on the Horizon with Disability Justice
The Lens: Living Diverse welcomes Stephanie Pilon, CNIB program lead and passionate advocate for social justice, as our special guest. We’ll discuss diversity inclusion, and disability justice. Plus, hear from Steph about her intersecting identities and lived experience as a person with sight…
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The Lens: Living Diverse – The Tech Scene
In Episode 21 of The Lens: Living Diverse, Ben and Vivi chat with Assistive Technology Trainer Alex Barnes. Alex shares his experience living as a bi-racial individual with multiple disabilities who immigrated from the United Kingdom to Canada. Hear Alex talk about the importance of incorporating...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – A Voice to Be Seen & Heard
In the latest episode of the Lens: Living Diverse, Ben kicks it with the super talented Ramya Amuthan, co-host of AMI’s “The Kelly and Ramya Show.” Ramya talks about her intersecting identities as a Sri Lankan-born woman with sight loss and shares her journey working in media as a racialized…
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CNIB Lake Joe On The Go! – Accessibility at Lake Joe
CNIB Lake Joe On The Go! – Accessibility at Lake Joe by CNIB / INCA
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Seeking and Claiming One’s Identities
In the latest episode of The Lens: Living Diverse podcast, Ben sits down with Elaine Harrison, an advocate, volunteer, and member of the community. Elaine delves into the various facets of her identity, including her Korean ethnicity and her experiences as a mother. Listen to Elaine’s powerful...
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CNIBs ILSC 2023 Submission – Common Ground
Hosted by The German Federation of the Blind and Partially Sighted (DBSV) and VIEWS International, the International Low-Vision Song Contest (ILSC) is a music contest for blind and visually impaired musicians. The contest provides a global platform for musicians to share their art and talent, to...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Foresight in Fatherhood
In the latest edition of The Lens: Living Diverse, Ben sits down with community member, Martin Springer. During their discussion, Martin reflects on his sight loss journey, offers his perspective as a single black father and grandfather, and his lived experiences as a black man losing his vision....
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Shedding Light on Toxic Femininity Part 2
In this episode of The Lens: Living Diverse, Neisha, Vivi and Keya continue their in-depth conversation about toxic femininity with a focus on the workplace. Listen to real conversations about appearance at work, internal and external perceptions, pressures of working in conjunction with…
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Our Black Present And Future
Celebrate Black History Month with The Lens: Living Diverse. As Black individuals raised in Canada, Neisha, Vivi and Ben discuss their opinions of Black History Month, Black History curriculum, pivotal Black figures, powerful literature and modern-day celebrations to commemorate the month. You...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – 1iCollective and the mission for greater representation
In this thought-provoking episode of the Lens: Living Diverse, Ben speaks with Nav Dhillon – a passionate advocate and founder of 1iCollective, a not-for-profit aimed at empowering and instilling hope in individuals impacted by vision and ocular adversities. Nav shares her experiences as a South...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – A New World In Sight
In this episode of the Lens: Living Diverse, Ben and Vivi welcome Lily – a vocal advocate and community member – to share her story of immigrating to Canada from China. In this candid conversation, Lily breaks down the experience of immigrating with sight loss and highlights the cultural...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Under The Microscope With Research
The Lens: Living Diverse welcomes Dr. Mahadeo Sukhai, Vice President of Research & International Affairs and Chief Accessibility Officer at CNIB, to the podcast. In this in-depth conversation, Mahadeo discusses the importance of research, analysis, and evaluation for diverse communities. He also...
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Know Your Rights – Episode 9: Education
In the podcast series finale, Jacob meets with college student, advocate and influencer, Alicia Chenier, and human rights and employment lawyer, Hina Ghaus, to discuss legal rights related to post-secondary education and advocacy strategies. To access links to external resources referenced in...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Seeing Eye to Eye
In Episode 12 of The Lens: Living Diverse, Ben, Vivi, and special guest Kat Hamilton have a candid conversation about allyship. Kat is a strong supporter of many diverse communities, which include people living with disabilities, women’s rights, racialized communities, BIPOC and the 2SLGBTQ+...
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Know Your Rights – Episode 8: Guide Dogs
In Episode 8, Jacob meets with guide dog handlers, Patti Ellis, Guy Carriere, and Federal Crown Attorney, Jason Mitschele, to discuss the rights of guide dog handlers and some of the strategies that can be used to challenge discrimination. To access links to external resources referenced in…
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Eyes on the Grind for GQ
In our latest episode The Lens: Living Diverse, Ben chats with the ultra-talented George Quarcoo (aka DJ GQ) – an inspiring DJ and producer who is already leaving his mark on the music industry. George reflects on his journey as a black male living with sight loss entrenched in the Ghanaian...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Shedding Light on Toxic Femininity Part 1
In the latest episode the The Lens: Living Diverse, Neisha, Vivi and Keya examine toxic femininity. Listen to the trio discuss navigating the world as racialized women, the countless expectations associated with being feminine, and different techniques they use to combat toxic femininity. Show...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – A Cultural Look at Guide Dog Teams
Episode 9 of The Lens: Living Diverse, celebrates Guide Dog Access Month and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Special guests Stephen McKinney and Andrea McIvor share their lived experiences as guide dog handlers from an Indigenous perspective. Listen and learn about the barriers of...
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The Lens: Living Diverse – Time to be Seen and Heard at Cultural Events
In Episode 8 of The Lens: Living Diverse, we introduce our new co-host, Vivi Dabee! Hear our conversation about our favourite cultural events, the accessibility of events, fun and memorable moments. CNIB Diversity & Inclusion website:...
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Guide Dog Access Awareness Month – Meet Blair
To mark Guide Dog Access Awareness Month, Ryan Hooey spoke with Blair Young about his experiences as a guide dog handler. Listen to their conversation about about guide dog rights in the workplace, physical and attitudinal barriers, education, advocacy, and more. Transcript:...
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Guide Dog Access Awareness Month – Meet Taylor
Ryan Hooey caught up with Taylor Bauer, a first-time guide dog handler, to chat about guide dogs in the workplace, barriers to employment, misconceptions, and advocating for your rights.
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The CNIB Podcast Network is a collection of audio programming designed to give a voice to people across the CNIB community as they share their personal stories of life with sight loss. Listen to the episodes on any of the platforms listed below. If you enjoy what you hear, subscribe!
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