In Plain Sight by Vision Australia Radio
In Plain Sight by Vision Australia Radio
In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong and produced by Andrew Williams, is a program where we highlight the incredible stories of people who are making a positive impact in the community and disability sector. Giving a voice to dedicated disability advocates demonstrating advocacy in all its different forms, shining a light on those who might otherwise be hidden ‘in plain sight'. Get in touch with…Social links:
Nihal: born to be an advocate & activist
From a young age Nihal Iscel has been assisting others and acting as an advocate. This week, Simon had a fascinating conversation with this passionate and strong woman with a vast knowledge gained from a variety of life experiences. International Day of People with Disability is recognised each ye…
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Just Three Things: Tara's Story
This week on In Plain Sight join Simon as he chats to the ever enthusiastic Tara Le Flohic, a creative film maker using the medium to shine a light on homelessness, especially in women. Tara is now living her best life but it hasn't always been that way. She uses her creative skills and film making…
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ICONYX: pitch perfect East Kimberley artist
This week, Simon speaks with ICONYX, who hails from the East Kimberley from the Kukatja and Pintupi mobs and now lives in Boorloo (Perth) on Whadjuk Noongar Boodja. She is a passionate songwriter, has perfect pitch, plays piano and guitar, loves to sing, and is blind. ICONYX started producing her …
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Curtains up, barriers down - making theatre accessible to all
This week, Andrew and Simon speak to Kate Champion, Artistic Director at Black Swan State Theatre Company in Perth, Western Australia, about their 2026 program. Black Swan is committed to inclusion and accessibility in the arts, and Kate shares their accessibility initiatives with us, which include…
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Creative expression for people of all abilities at DADAA
This week, Simon revisits his conversations with three staff members from DADAA, a West Australian arts organisation finding creative ways to reduce disadvantage in the arts for people with disability. DADAA stands for Disability in the Arts, Disadvantage in the Arts, Australia. DADAA aspires to …
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Ben & One Bunbury, a community with a story
Join Simon and Andrew on a journey of discovery as they travel with Ben Yew from the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to the sleepy seaside town of Bunbury, Western Australia. While Ben was looking for a spark to inspire him as he recovered from cancer, he was motivated to try to inspir…
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Finding Joy and Community Through Music
This week, join Simon and Andrew as they chat to the founding members of the band The Grand Delusions Art Karnasuta (Vocals, guitar) and Emmanuel (Manny) Lee (Keyboard) about their mission to inspire community involvement through music. Art and Manny discuss how they manage their respective vision…
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Operation Hurricane: A Story 70 Years in the Making
This week, Simon and Andrew are joined by Paul Grace, author of Operation Hurricane: the story of Britain's first atomic test in Australia and the legacy that remains, the fascinating story behind Australia’s first nuclear weapons test. Paul takes us on a captivating journey through the dramatic e…
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Tony Buti: Lawyer, Academic, Politician, Attorney General and Author
This week on the show Simon and Andrew chat to the Honourable Dr Tony Buti MLA about his recent appearance at the Totally Lit festival in Fremantle, where he hosted a panel discussion on his book 'Alkira' written about his daughter with Cri-du-chat syndrome. The discussion delves into his personal …
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PS: who has a love for places and stories
This week, Andrew and Simon are joined by Peter Stotzer, a long-term volunteer presenter at Vision Australia Radio Perth. Peter hosts the wonderful 'Sites, Sounds & Songs', a program taking listeners on a virtual journey of different locations around the world, each paired with a personally chosen …
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