PODCAST · society
Life through a prism
by rob tierney
Hello my name is Rob thanks for taking the time to find me and to listen to the podcast. I am from Australia 55 years old gay and disabled I live in a place called Launceston in a state called Tasmania. In this podcast we take a cup of disability news, a cup of lgbtqia+ a dash of pop culture, technology and shake it all together and see how it comes out of the oven. I hope your time we spend together is a sharing and learning experience for us both. Lets have a conversation. If you want to reach out at [email protected] the podcast is also on Apple ,YouTube.
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Episode 135- PoP Culture- Masculinity would you please step aside
In this episode we are going to look at what Dwayne the Rock Johnson has to say about his take on masculinity on the way to the debut of the live action Disney movie moana.The article comes from that park place.com written by Marvin Montenaro entitled Dwayne "The Rock’ Johnson Claims ‘Real Masculinity’ is Empowering ‘Warrior’ Women dated 17th April 2026.https://thatparkplace.com/dwayne-the-rock-johnson-claims-real-masculinity-is-empowering-warrior-women/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 134- Disability- Merran Thurley's 50+ year journey with Guide dogs- Jacob
In this episode we are heading into the home stretch with our series of conversations with Merran Thurley and her 50+ year Journey with guide dogs .In this episode we are going to meet Jacob.I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 133- Pop Culture- He man and the toxic universe
We are going to look at an article from that park place.com entitled Masters of the Universe Actress Links Teela to “Toxic Masculinity” as Film’s Messaging Comes Into Focus Yet Again. Written by Pamela Fitzgerald date 16th April 2026https://thatparkplace.com/masters-of-the-universe-actress-links-teela-to-toxic-masculinity-as-films-messaging-comes-into-focus-yet-again/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 132- Disability - You can't pick your son up from here
In this episode we are going to look at an article from 7news.com.au entitled Adelaide Airport apologises after wheelchair user blocked from disability pick-up zone By Edward McCarroll and Demi Huang dated 27th April 2026.https://7news.com.au/news/adelaide-airport-apologises-after-wheelchair-user-blocked-from-disability-pick-up-zone-c-22198653Episode 99https://www.news.com.au/national/health-minister-mark-butler-under-fire-over-disability-access/news-story/4d483e447f926282422158af522d7587I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 131-Pop Culture- Devil wears Prada 2- Is racism still in fashion?
In this episode we are going to look at pop culture and the backlash Disney is receiving on the eve of the devil wears Prada 2.The article is entitled Disney Faces Racism Backlash as ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Offends Asian Fans Overseas from geeksandgamers.com written by Marvin Montenarodated April 24th, 2026.https://geeksandgamers.com/disney-faces-racism-for-devil-wears-prada-2/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 130- Disability- You have to leave your a fire risk
In this episode we are looking at disability with an article from lgbtqnation.com entitled A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a “fire risk.” Her response forced the bar to make amends. Written by Daniel Villarreal dated April 17th, 2026.https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/04/a-gay-bar-kicked-out-a-wheelchair-user-as-a-fire-risk-her-response-forced-the-bar-to-make-amends/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 129- Pop Culture- Will it be James Bond or Jamie Bond?
In this episode we are going to look at an article from that park place.com entitled Ghostbusters 2016 Director Claims Next James Bond Should be American Woman Sydney Sweeney written by Marvin Montenaro dated 11th April 2026https://thatparkplace.com/sydney-sweeney-bond/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 128- Pop culture- You don't like my AI what's wrong with you?
In this episode we are going to look at pop culture specifically AI. The article we are going to look at is from pcgamer.com entitled. Microsoft's head of AI doesn't understand why people don't like AI, and I don't understand why he doesn't understand because it's pretty obvious written by Tyler Wilde dated 22nd November 2025.https://www.pcgamer.com/software/ai/microsofts-head-of-ai-doesnt-understand-why-people-dont-like-ai-and-i-dont-understand-why-he-doesnt-understand-because-its-pretty-obvious/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 127 - Pop Culture- Bowser represents toxic masculinity...what the??????
The article we are going to look at is from Geeks and Gamers.com entitled Grace Randolph LOSES IT Over Mario Galaxy Movie, Claims Bowser Represents The “ToxicManosphere” written by Marvin Montanaro dated April 1st, 2026.https://geeksandgamers.com/grace-randolph-loses-it-over-mario-galaxy-movie-claims-bowser-represents-the-toxic-manosphere/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 126- Disability- Merran Thurley's 50+ years using guide dogs
In this episode we continue our series with Merran Thurley and her 50+ years of using guide dogs . In this episode we will meet Leo and Ida.I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 125- Pop Culture- James Dean the man who would not have a hand tied behind his back
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from gayety.com entitled Was James Dean Gay? The Romantic And Sexual Past Of The Timeless Icon, dated 27th April 2022.https://gayety.com/was-james-dean-gay-sexuality-romantic-life?
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Episode 124 - PoP Culture-James Bond, shaken, stirred and maybe watered down
In this episode we are going to look at pop culture from an article from thatparkplace.com entitledNew James Bond Game 007 First Light Promises “Modern Values” — Claims “Old School Bond” Would be “Tone Deaf” Today written by Trevor Denning dated 30th December 2025.https://thatparkplace.com/james-bond-will-have-modern-values/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 123 - Disability- A dog's life on Moolooloo station
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled Tarina Warren has been legally blind since she was 16, now a seeing eye dog is helping her navigate life on Moolooloo Station By Narelle Graham and Ashleigh Bagshaw dated Wed 24 Dec 2025https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-24/seeing-eye-dog-helping-on-outback-south-australian-sheep-station/106119816?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 122- Pop Culture -Please hire the best person for the role
In this episode we are going to look at pop culture and an article from attitude.co.uk entitled Joanna Lumley argues straight actors should be able to play queer roles: ‘What’s the point of acting?’ dated September 1st 2025 by Aaron Sugg.https://www.attitude.co.uk/culture/joanna-lumley-straight-actors-should-play-queer-roles-493266/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 121- LGBTQIA+- Queer Aussies finding community with Ice Hockey
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article fromqnews.com.au entitled -Queer joy in ice hockey isn’t just for tv, it’s happening right here in Australia written by Dan Arcuri dated 23rdDecember 2025.https://qnews.com.au/queer-joy-in-ice-hockey-isnt-just-for-tv-its-happening-right-here-in-australia/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 120-Disability- Supermarket Security v Disability Access
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from conversation.com entitled. How stores fighting thieves risk putting off shoppers with disabilities and kids by Paul Harpur and Lisa Stafford. Published: December 16, 2025 https://theconversation.com/how-stores-fighting-thieves-risk-putting-off-shoppers-with-disabilities-and-kids-271397?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 119-LGBTQIA+ should Pride Round and Pride Game be trademarked?
In this episode we will look at whether Pride Round and Pride Game should be trademarked.https://qnews.com.au/exclusive-inside-the-secret-battle-over-trademarking-pride-rounds/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 118- Disability- Sir you will have to leave the premisses
In this episode we are going to look at disability through an article from yahoo news entitled Sad reason Aussie with disability repeatedly kicked out of pubs: 'Have someawareness' Written by Joe Attanasio, dated 6th December 2025.https://au.news.yahoo.com/sad-reason-aussie-with-disability-repeatedly-kicked-out-of-pubs-have-some-awareness-000053576.html?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 117-Pop Culture- Is there a conspiracy in Hollywood to axe lgbtqia+ content on tv and streaming?
In this episode we are going to ask the question is Hollywood deliberately axing queer content. The article comes from geeks and gamers.com entitled Nearly Half of LGBT TV Characters Have Been Cancelled — and GLAAD Is Melting Down Over It written by Marvin Montanero dated 4th December 2025.https://geeksandgamers.com/lgbt-tv-characters-canceled/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 116-Disability- Confusion in regards to the Disability Discrimination Act
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article in the category of disability form abc.net.au entitled Confusion about disability discrimination law is weakening its power to protect people Peta Spyrou, Alice Taylor andRobin Banks Posted 2 Dec 20252 Dec 2025, https://www.abc.net.au/religion/misunderstandings-about-australian-disability-discrimination-act/106094232?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 115- Gay and Pop culture one mans journey through the music of Queen
In this episode we are going to look at an article from xtramagazine.com entitled : In the closet, I lost my voice.Queen gave it back to me written by kc hoard dated November 27th, 2025I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 114- Pop Culture-Who can podcast you, and you and even you!!!!
In this episode we are going into the subject of pop culture in an article from geeksandgamers.com entitled Podcasting Diversity Study Is the Dumbest Thing You’ll Read This Week — Complains That Most Podcasters are White Men Despite No Barrier to Entry written by Marvin Montenaro dated November 12th,2025https://geeksandgamers.com/podcasting-diversity-study/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 113-Trans Youth-New Report shows transgender youth on hormone treatment have a reduced level of suicidal tendencies.
In todays episode we are going to look at an article regarding trans youth entitled 68% reduction in suicidality for trans youth on HRT says new report written by Dean Arcuri dated 26th November 2025.https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S002234762500424X?dgcid=authorhttps://qnews.com.au/68-reduction-in-suicidality-for-trans-youth-on-hrt-says-new-report/
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Episode 112- Nature and Disability
In this episode we are going to look at disability and nature in article from abc.net.au entitled The joys and challenges of connecting to nature as a personwith disability written by Eli Sutherland dated November 24th, 2025.https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-24/connection-to-nature-hiking-with-disability/106005162?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 111 -Disability- Disability advocate has their social media account shutdown
In this episode we are going to look at an article from New Zealand entitled Disability advocate has Facebook account shut down from the website rnz.co.nz written by ruth hill dated 17th November 2025.At the end of the article I just give a thought or two on the topichttps://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/579034/disability-advocate-has-facebook-account-shut-downI would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A <ahref="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/life-through-a-prism-689840"> <imgsrc="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg"alt="listen to life through a prism podcast on goodpods"style="width: 225px" /></a>
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Episode 110- Disability -Merran Thurley and Monty
In todays episode we continue the series with Merran Thurley 50+ years with guide dogs ,in this episode we meet Monty.I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A <ahref="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/life-through-a-prism-689840"> <imgsrc="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg"alt="listen to life through a prism podcast on goodpods"style="width: 225px" /></a>
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Episode 109- Disability-Certified assistance animals being denied access to venues
In this episode we are going to look at disability with an article from abc.net.au entitled: Army veteran walking around Australia for charity reported to police over assistance dog written by Arj Ganesan dated 13th November 2025.I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and subscribe. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 108- Trans persons in regional and rural Australia struggling to get healthcare
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled Trans people push to make healthcare more inclusive in the regions By Charlie Shirley dated 1st November 2025.https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-01/healthcare-for-trans-people-in-regional-australia/105951286?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 107- Non Binary tick box and car insurance
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from entitled- Does identifying as non-binary get you cheaper car insurance? Written by Dean Arcuri dated 2nd December 2025.https://qnews.com.au/does-identifying-as-non-binary-get-you-cheaper-car-insurance/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A <ahref="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/life-through-a-prism-689840"> <imgsrc="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg"alt="listen to life through a prism podcast on goodpods"style="width: 225px" /></a>
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Episode 106- Disability- one mans reflection of Disability technology through value
In this episode we take a look at an article from www.meer.com entitled Building the next generation of disability tech by Bhavanishankar Ravindra . 6th November 2025.I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A <ahref="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/life-through-a-prism-689840"> <imgsrc="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg"alt="listen to life through a prism podcast on goodpods"style="width: 225px" /></a>
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Episode 105- What the....Local Hospital still does not have adequate air conditioning
In this episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled Launceston General Hospital air-conditioning upgrades won't be complete for summer by Jessica Moran. dated 6th November 2025https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-06/air-conditioning-delayed-results-in-hot-temps-for-patients/105964806?Episode 60 https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/UpYDBpb44YbEpisode 61https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/slGUWnb44YbI would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast isnot only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A<ahref="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/life-through-a-prism-689840"> <imgsrc="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg"alt="listen to life through a prism podcast on goodpods"style="width: 225px" /></a>
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Episode 104 -Queer and Disabled-Love or a disability pension
In this episode we are going to take a look at a uk article asking is marriage equality just as equal for those of us with a disability and on a government pension.https://www.gaytimes.com/community/disabled-queer-people-true-marriage-equality/? I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTubethey have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A<a href="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/life-through-a-prism-689840"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-3.svg" alt="listen to life through a prism podcast on goodpods" style="width: 150px" /></a>
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Episode 103- What The.... AI and a chip packet
In this episode we ask the question what does AI and a chip packet have in commonhttps://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2025/10/is-ai-moving-faster-than-its-safety-nethttps://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2025/10/schools-ai-system-mistakes-a-bag-of-chips-for-a-gun?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches if you do like thepodcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 102-Transgender and gender diverse students supported by schools after "Women Speak" claims after
This episodes article comes from qnews.com.au and it’s about my home state Tasmania the article is entitled: Tasmanian schools defend transgender students against ‘Women Speak’ claims written by Dean Arcuri dated 3rd November 2025.https://qnews.com.au/tasmanian-schools-defend-transgender-students-against-women-speak-claims/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182You tubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 101-Disability-Dodgy Footpath's
In this episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled :Cash-strapped councils let footpaths fall into disrepair, creating accessibility problems for people with disability written by Claudia Forsberg dated 24 October 2025.https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10-24/disability-advocates-say-council-footpaths-are-a-big-concern/105915296?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_webI would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182You tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 100 - Merran Thurley and Tony with a Y
In todays episode we are going to hear from Merran Thurley and her continuing journey of 50+ years with guide dogs
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100 Episodes a thank you from me to you
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Episode 99-Disability- Inaccessible entrance to Federal Health Ministers office
In this episode we will take a look at an article from nine.com.au entitled Health Minister Mark Butler under fire over disability access written by Samantha Maiden dated 21st October 2025.https://www.news.com.au/national/health-minister-mark-butler-under-fire-over-disability-access/news-story/4d483e447f926282422158af522d7587In 2024 i did an episode called curb cut and inaccessible buildings here is the link if you would like to listen on this subjecthttps://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/1QghyYyuXXb I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the freecontent I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTubethey have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help toget the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 98- Tasmania launches trans and gender diverse campaign to reduce stigma
In todays episode we will take a look at an article regarding a new campaign to combat stigma in the trans and gender diverse community. https://youtu.be/rl2IDQmP9eohttps://qnews.com.au/tasmania-launches-trans-and-gender-diverse-campaign-to-reduce-stigma/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182You tubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 97- Finding my freedom through queer music
In this episode we are going to take a look at one persons journey finding their freedom in queer music the article is from qnews.com.au entitled Queer music is more than sound, it’s strength, it’s safety https://qnews.com.au/queer-music-is-more-than-sound-its-strength-its-safety/ I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 96- Tasmania one step closer to strengthening hate crime legislation
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article about the place that I call home the article is from qnews.com.au entitled Tasmanian Lower House unanimously pass new hate crime legislation. Written by Dean Acuri dated 11th September 2025https://qnews.com.au/tasmanian-lower-house-unanimously-pass-new-hate-crime-legislation/?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182You tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 95- Gaming and Disability building connections
In this episode we will take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled How video games and adaptive technology are helping people with disability build connections written by Sarah Richads https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-01/accessible-video-games-connection-disabilities/105713080 I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listenerengagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 94- Disability- Should I have to prove my disability is not a scam
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from the observer uk website entitled -No one should have to prove their disability is not a scam.https://observer.co.uk/news/columnists/article/no-one-should-have-to-prove-their-disability-is-not-a-scamI would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well. In regards to YouTubethey have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 93-Bisexuality-Former AFL star Mitch Brown talks about his coming out as Bisexual
In this episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled Mitch Brown laments AFL clubs, players' lack of support for queer community. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-11/mitch-brown-message-to-next-queer-afl-player/105759044?I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 92-Intersex -Australian peak medical body calls to end intersex medical intervention.
In this episode we will take a look at an article from qnews.com.au entitled - Aus peak medical body calls to end intersex medical intervention https://qnews.com.au/aus-peak-medical-body-calls-to-end-intersex-medical-intervention/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMLm5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHo6uB08JYZCYLsProoIfXgwSp9sZTN-dxUOkObGVfs5CKeA0KboSQn-vdyAT_aem_1PCSmzhMKMoYvMqD7DTLGwYoutube video- Intersexion- Boy or Girlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czbQRjdGvYQLife through a prism is also on apple and YouTubeApple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 91-Australian Trans and Gender diverse persons one step closer to gender affirming surgeries through Medicare
In this episode we take a look at an article regarding A federal government committee has acknowledged the“ unmet need” for improved access to gender-affirming surgeries, as it considers a landmark proposal to fund them on Medicare.https://qnews.com.au/medicare-funding-for-gender-affirming-surgery-denied/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMGTGVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHnZ2_Wb8SyMJhHU5vvHAEGDzXFvaeXPLpHjNiAiYnA21dLhwPtqJwZF8VP0f_aem_ObuPDOS8GCrzHoElSzWACwBefore I finish today’s episode I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube aswell In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A
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Episode 90 - Gaming- Are the credit card companies denying or deflecting amidst censorship battle continued
In this episode we are going to look at another article in the ongoing censorship battle in the videogame industry. The article comes from thatparkplace.com by Marvin Montenaro dated August 1st 2025.https://thatparkplace.com/visa-and-mastercard-deny-direct-involvement-in-gaming-censorship-amid-mass-backlash/I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well. In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you todo that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. Also, now the podcast has a webpage and the links to all these will be in the show notes. I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0AWebpagehttps://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/
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Episode 89- Disability- Medical model versus the Social Model
In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from abc.net.au in regards to in ways of reframing what disability is.https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-08/social-medical-models-disability-accessibility-inclusion/105494462?fbclid=IwY2xjawMCa09leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHuU25eGy-dhlkQjvhilURg862h83kA1XgF7bl2PMly1kTP0Xsn9ty3CtP4oK_aem_Q8PbZg_Wndgl3az8wHpIQwI would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast isnot only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. Also, now the podcast has a webpage and the links to all these will be in the show notes. I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0AWebpagehttps://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/
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Episode 88 Gaming and Pop culture- Would your credit card provider stop you from buying a video game maybe
In this episode we are going to look at something a bit different, in the 21st century would you think that a credit card company would disallow you to purchase a game you wanted to buy if they so choose well it’s a reality.https://thatparkplace.com/visa-and-mastercard-are-reportedly-censoring-video-games-alongside-australian-activist-group-collective-shout/Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0AWebpagehttps://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hello my name is Rob thanks for taking the time to find me and to listen to the podcast. I am from Australia 55 years old gay and disabled I live in a place called Launceston in a state called Tasmania. In this podcast we take a cup of disability news, a cup of lgbtqia+ a dash of pop culture, technology and shake it all together and see how it comes out of the oven. I hope your time we spend together is a sharing and learning experience for us both. Lets have a conversation. If you want to reach out at [email protected] the podcast is also on Apple ,YouTube.
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