Not So Bad Podcast
by mattymc2
Not So Bad: hosted by Patrick Jensen and Matt McLaren, two blind individuals who have unique perspectives on life. Our podcast is not about inspiring others but rather about sharing our experiences and having honest conversations on what it’s like to live with blindness. We approach every subject with humor and a lighthearted attitude, making sure we don’t take ourselves too seriously and remembering that in reality being blind is ’Not So Bad’.
Episodes
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Chat with Jacko
In this episode, we chat with support worker Jackson Besley about what the job actually looks like day-to-day—and why a bit of creativity and a good sense of humour go a long way. We talk about how he tailors support to each person, what makes a good support relationship, and how his…
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Never Have i Ever - Xmas Special
```html In this Christmas special, Pat and Matt are back with part two of Never Have I Ever. Matt shares stories about his new guide dog, Violet, and how they’re settling into life together. Meanwhile, Pat talks about his new passion for woodworking—though it seems his circular saw has everyone...
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A chat with Erik (Pat's Dad) - Now its getting personal
```html What’s it like parenting a child going blind? How do you even navigate something like that? In this episode, we chat with Pat’s dad, Erik Jenson, about all of it—including some stories Pat probably wishes were left out! We explore how going blind impacted school, career choices, and more....
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How good are the Meta Glasses? Next level game changer?
In this episode, we get a bit techy as we dive into how Meta Glasses, designed for a mainstream audience, have unexpectedly made life easier for the blindness community. From our own experiences, we share how they’re helping with everyday tasks like cooking, video calling, and even picking the...
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Championing Human Rights in the Age of AI with Ed Santow
In this episode, we sit down with Ed Santow, former Australian Human Rights Commissioner and long-time advocate for marginalized communities. Ed shares his insights on the intersection of human rights and technology, exploring how AI can be both a tool for empowerment and a potential challenge…
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Is it scary meeting someone that is blind??? Ask Nick Gill
In this episode, we interview Nick Gill, who talks about meeting our co-host Matt for the first time and how their relationship developed both personally and professionally. We dive into the nuances of building connections in unexpected ways, with Nick offering some fascinating insights from his...
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Dr Karl Interviews the Not So Bad Podcast
We were beyond stoked to have the one and only Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki on the podcast! What starts as a casual chat quickly turns into a fun and curious deep dive into his incredible life. We talk about everything from his new book to his parents’ brave escape from Nazi Germany, his hippy days, and...
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A Chat With Garth Humphreys
This time on the Not So Bad Podcast, we’re excited to chat with Garth Humphreys—a father, podcaster, and seasoned call center leader who is nearly completely blind. We cover a range of topics, from his journey to finding employment and navigating education to the joys and challenges of traveling…
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Let's get this show on the road
Kicking off season 2 we're back to chat about all the changes that have been taking place in our lives including career changes, retiring guide dogs and everything in between. We even have an app for that ;) There's an app for that: https://www.tripit.com/web
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Where have we been?
Just a quick one to update on all the goings on and to explain where we've been for a few weeks. Stay Tuned for more coming very soon.
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But how do you even watch TV anyway?
Episode 16 - Not So Bad PodcastEpisode 16 - Not So Bad Podcast Welcome to Episode 16 of the Not So Bad Podcast, hosted by Pat and Matt. In this episode, we dive into the world of audio description, showcasing how blind individuals can enjoy TV just like everyone else. We have the pleasure of...
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Never Have I Ever - Question Time
Join us for an exciting episode of the "Not So Bad Podcast" where travel stories, tech tips, and listener questions converge. Matt kicks things off with tales from his Fiji getaway and an introduction to the innovative Clicks iPhone keyboard case. Learn more about it here. Pat shares insights on...
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A chat with Evan O’Hanlon
Strap in for this light-hearted episode of the Not So Bad Podcast where we hang out with Evan O’Hanlan, a legend of the Paralympics and a gold medal collector like no other. Evan shares tales from his epic 18-year athletic career, and we attempt to tally up just how many times he’s stood atop the...
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Perfect Pitch, Echo Location and Other Super Powers
Not SO Bad Podcast Join us for a fun-filled episode of "Not SO Bad" as we put Matt's perfect pitch to the test with a guitar, a leaf blower, and a surprise twist! Then, we'll dive into the world of echo location and its invaluable role for the blind. Special shout out to Ziggy the Pug for sending...
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State of the Union
Description: In this episode of the Not So Bad podcast, we strip away the sugarcoating and dive into the raw, unfiltered realities of living with site loss. Both of us are on vastly different paths when it comes to losing our sight, yet we find common ground in the day-to-day experiences that...
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Video games, Audio games, what’s the difference anyway?
In episode 11 we chat with Ben Ritter and Everett Elam about their incredible work in the video gaming world for blind people. Yeah that's right blind people play video games too ;). We cover the current state of gaming accessibility,their amazing accessible scrabble app, what's coming up for…
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A chat With Nas Campanella
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Nas Campanella, the National Disability Affairs Reporter for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), and a familiar face on ABC News. Nas has been defying expectations since losing her sight at the age of six months, proving that vision is just…
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And we’re back...
Getting up to date to kick off the new year. We chat about travelling to japan, fishing and an app for that. Fish Angler: https://www.fishangler.com/
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NVDA, OSARA, GitHub and a sniffly nose
In this episode we’re lucky enough to speak with Jamie Teh and Scott Chesworth, about the incredible work that they are involved in with regards to software accessibility. Jamie is one of the cofounders of the screen reader NVDA which literally opens up access to computers for free across the...
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Learning about bark canoes with Bindi maps
In this episode we try out some promising new tea from Bindy Maps and show how it helps us navigate around the Newcastle Museum and even find out about a bark canoe. Who would’ve thought it. We also cover education as a blind person, where a guide dog sits on a plan and how Pat loves having...
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Going blind in Barli
We chat with Shaun Pienta about how one day 15 years ago changed his life forever and how he has thrived since. Even with Pat leading him astray... We also show off the Envision Glasses and the accompanying app and how tech like this is changing the game for people living with blindness. Also…
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You can’t bring that dog in here!
Can blind people use phones and computers? Can guide dogs go in taxis? How do you find a missing airpod? Is Matt a scrabble champion? All these questions are answered plus a few more you probably didn't ask in episode 5. "Theres an app for that" focus this week is on Wordvoyance. CHeck it out…
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Why don’t you just go get a job.......
In this episode we chat about: * IOS17 update * Assistive tech apps for reading things and describing photos * accessible agriculture, (its an app for plants.) * Pat's new career path and how the that happened * and the age old question, guide dog VS cane...... Very confusing... Links. Magnifyer:...
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Blind Dates....... Get it?
Pat and Matt chat with their partners about blind relationships and all of the funny stories that go along with them.
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Out and about with Pat and Matt
How often do blind people actually get lost? We chat about some of our experiences getting about and some of the ways we figure out what the is going on. Matt gets man handled and Pat ruins a lovely couple's night at a fancy restaurant. We touch on cane travel vs guide dog travel and how that…
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Not So Bad - Introduction EP#1
The awkward introduction of Matt and Pat. This episode is about how we met and what our plans are for the podcast. Who knows whether any of it will be how we plan it Does anyone even listen to episode one of a podcast? Check us out awkwardly talking about ourselves... Follow on instagram...
About this show
Not So Bad: hosted by Patrick Jensen and Matt McLaren, two blind individuals who have unique perspectives on life. Our podcast is not about inspiring others but rather about sharing our experiences and having honest conversations on what it’s like to live with blindness. We approach every subject with humor and a lighthearted attitude, making sure we don’t take ourselves too seriously and remembering that in reality being blind is ’Not So Bad’.
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mattymc2