Interview Highlights from Vision Australia Radio
Interview Highlights from Vision Australia Radio
Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights shares a range of discussions initially broadcasted on our print disability radio network. Vision Australia Radio podcasts are accessible on all major podcast apps. Remember to like, subscribe and share. Learn more: www.varadio.org Get in touch: call Vision Australia on 1300 84 74 66 or email radio@visionaustralia.org Vision Australia Radio is a lic…Social links:
Hear This Special: Brimbank Writers & Readers Festival - 2025 Micro-fiction Competion
A look back at a special moment for writers and readers. In 2025, Hear This marked the Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival with a very special broadcast celebrating storytelling, creativity and community. This reflective edition revisits that occasion, when we proudly announced the winners and r…
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Interview Highlight: Nicola Ettridge
Nicola Ettridge is a highly respected and accomplished advocate. Nicola talks with Peter Greco about losing her hearing at 21 and getting a cochlear implant a few years later. Nicola also reflects on International Women's Day, and her work finding employment opportunities for people of all abilitie…
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Interview Highlight: Allison Davies - IWD, music therapist
With International Women’s Day (IWD) coming up, Peter Greco hears from Allison Davies, music therapist. Allison, who lives with autism, discusses women’s role with music, the inherent nurturing use of voice and developing platforms in order to create social change through history. More info: Allis…
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Interview Highlight: Professor Henry Brodaty AO
Professor Henry Brodaty AO, this year's Senior Australian of the year, chats with Peter Greco about his research and practical tips to help keep our brain healthy. More info: Centre for Healthy Brain ageing
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Interview Highlight: Kath Duncan - Specials at the Arts House
Peter Greco catches up with Kath Duncan, award winning writer and playwright advocate. Kath talks about her season of "Specials", premiering at the Arts House in North Melbourne in March including one of the sessions complete with audio description and a tactile tour. More info: Artshouse - Specia…
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Interview Highlight: Josh Teague - SA Deputy Leader for the Liberal Party
Josh Teague, SA Deputy Leader for the Liberal Party and Shadow Attorney-General, chats with Peter Greco on topics such as blind cricket, telephone voting at this year's state election, e-scooters and increasing penalties for discriminating against assistance animals.
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Interview Highlight: Kelly Schulz - Knowable Me
Kelly Schultz, Chief Curiosity Officer at Knowable Me, shares research with Peter Greco that 70 of the ASX top 200 listed companies make no public reference to disability, thus raising questions about productivity, workforce participation and organisational risk. More info: Knowable Me
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Interview Highlight: Emily Shanahan
Sam catches up with music therapist Emily Shanahan, 12 months after their previous conversation when, at the time, the fate of music therapies on the NDIS was front and centre of political debate. Fortunately thanks to tireless advocacy from music therapists and testimonies from clients both past …
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Interview Highlight: Mac Bollella - 2026 SA State Election
As the 2026 South Australian state election is coming up, Mac Bollella, from the Electoral Commission of South Australia, shares news with Peter Greco on what's available for telephone assisted voting. More info: Electoral Commission South Australia or call: 1300 951 579
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Totally Lit - Word of Mouth - Home and Hope
Storytelling is about connecting, preserving and sharing and empowering. In the era of ChatGPT, real stories may be more important than ever. This conversation between friends and colleagues, Chemutai Glasheen and Yirga Gelaw Woldeyes offers an opportunity for audiences to gain insight into the s…
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