In this candid and high‑energy Carnival Day conversation, Vision Australia Radio and JOY 94.9 sit down with Karan Nagrani — Midsumma Community Ambassador, advocate, keynote speaker, and creator of the sold‑out Midsumma show From Grindr to Blindr.

Karan’s work blends razor‑sharp humour with deeply honest storytelling about dating, identity, and disability as a blind, gay person of colour. In this interview, he shares how the show emerged from lived experience, why certain moments demand comedy and others require quieter emotional space, and how he balances entertainment with advocacy.

Listeners will hear Karan reflect on intersectionality, pride, and challenging stereotypes — including his mission to shift public perceptions of blindness beyond clichés. As a three‑time Midsumma Community Ambassador, he discusses how inclusion, access, and representation shape his creative decisions, from Auslan access to the power of designing performances for diverse bodies and senses. 

Karan also offers a glimpse into the emotional heart of the show: navigating multiple “closets,” redefining visibility, and empowering queer and disabled audiences to feel seen, heard, and welcomed. The conversation ends with his signature wit, warmth, and the generous storytelling that has made him one of Midsumma’s standout voices.

This Vision Australia Radio broadcast was possible with thanks to a collaboration with JOY 94.9

In this candid and high‑energy Carnival Day conversation, Vision Australia Radio and JOY 94.9 sit down with Karan Nagrani &mdash; Midsumma Community Ambassador, advocate, keynote speaker, and creator of the sold‑out Midsumma show From Grindr to Blindr.
Karan&rsquo;s work blends razor‑sharp humour with deeply honest storytelling about dating, identity, and disability as a blind, gay person of colour. In this interview, he shares how the show emerged from lived experience, why certain moments demand comedy and others require quieter emotional space, and how he balances entertainment with advocacy.
Listeners will hear Karan reflect on intersectionality, pride, and challenging stereotypes &mdash; including his mission to shift public perceptions of blindness beyond clich&eacute;s. As a three‑time Midsumma Community Ambassador, he discusses how inclusion, access, and representation shape his creative decisions, from Auslan access to the power of designing performances for diverse bodies and senses.&nbsp;
Karan also offers a glimpse into the emotional heart of the show: navigating multiple &ldquo;closets,&rdquo; redefining visibility, and empowering queer and disabled audiences to feel seen, heard, and welcomed. The conversation ends with his signature wit, warmth, and the generous storytelling that has made him one of Midsumma&rsquo;s standout voices.
This Vision Australia Radio broadcast was possible with thanks to a collaboration with JOY 94.9

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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: <a href="http://www.varadio.org">www.varadio.org</a> 
Get in touch: call Vision Australia on 1300 84 74 66 or email <a href="mailto:radio@visionaustralia.org">radio@visionaustralia.org</a> 
Vision Australia Radio is a licensed community broadcaster and operates in accordance with the <a href="http://radio.visionaustralia.org/about-us/community-broadcasting-codes-of-practice">Community Broadcasting Codes of Practice</a> and <a href="https://www.rph.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/FINAL_RPH-Australia-Protocol_2019.docx">RPH Protocols</a>.

 Midsumma Festival 2026, Carnival Day - Interview with Karan Nagrani, From Blindr to Grindr

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