Every Picture Tells a Story: The Delight of Audio Description

This week on In Plain Sight, host Simon Chong dives into the fascinating world of audio description!  Discover how it brings the visual arts to life for those who are blind or have low vision, enhancing accessibility and inclusivity. Simon is joined by audio description advocate Jayde Abbott, sin…

CP = Cool Peoples. Talented Tayla & Telethon

This week Simon and Abby have a lively conversation with the energetic, engaging Tayla Taseff. Tayla shares her journey from being a Telethon Child to becoming a dynamic public speaker. We learn about life with Cerebral Palsy (CP), and explore some of the fabulous fun adventures this Tayla has, i…

Advocacy in action - DeafBlind doing it for themselves

In this week's show we talk with disability advocate Erika Webb. We discover some of the great advances in the provision of accessibility and inclusion for people with a disability. And, discuss some of the small things done well with thoughtfulness that can make life easier.  We also learn what s…

Employment and emotional wellbeing

On this week’s show; our feature interview we talk with the delightful Emma Vardy. We explore many topics that come from living a full and interesting life and being totally blind. To accompany this wonderful in-depth conversation, Simon and Abby discuss and examine the importance of employment, a…

The World of Para Dance

On this week's show Abby and Simon explore the wonderful and glamorous world of Para Dance, interviewing the dedicated and passionate ballroom dancer Heidi Prindiville. Simon and Abby also discuss the "Act Belong Commit" campaign; reflecting on the importance of getting involved and being a part of…

A Precision Instrument - The Path to Independence

This week Simon interviews Paul Garwood, an Orientation & Mobility instructor with 30+ years' experience in Australia and England.  Paul explains the importance and impact of good orientation and mobility training, plus describes the use of a white cane and other mobility tools, along with good gu…

Eliza Hull - Here She Comes

This week on the first episode of In Plain Sight, joining Simon and Abby is Eliza Hull, musical artist, writer, journalist, and disability advocate based in Victoria. They have a fascinating chat about advocacy, access, and Eliza’s many creative endeavours ahead of her appearance at Ability Fest in…

In Plain Sight - Episode 7, Vanessa Jessett

This week Simon speaks to Vanessa Jessett, communication officer for ‘People with Disabilities WA’ (PWD WA). Vanessa provides information on the support and assistance PWD WA can be provide. She also discusses her passion for disability advocacy and how her own background and experiences have inspi…

In Plain Sight - Episode 6, Ben Rowe

In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong, is a program where we shine a light on West Australians who might otherwise be hidden ‘in plain sight’. You’ll hear interesting and insightful conversations with everyday people who are making a positive impact in the community. This week, Simon speaks to Ben…

In Plain Sight - Episode 5, Loc Tang

In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong, is a program where we shine a light on West Australians who might otherwise be hidden ‘in plain sight’. You’ll hear interesting and insightful conversations with everyday people who are making a positive impact in the community. On the program this week, Simo…