Beste The Tactile World podcasts (2024)

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The Braille Authority of New Zealand Aotearoa Trust and the BANZAT Braille Transcription Course (Episode 61) 51:57

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We start this episode in conversation with Maria Stevens, Chair of the Braille Authority of New Zealand Aotearoa Trust. We find out more about the work of BANZAT, the standards it has created and how it is helping to promote braille across New Zealand. We also discover more about the relationship between BANZAT and the Round Table on Information Ac…

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Ari Hazelman on Braille in Samoa (Episode 60) 36:05

11d ago36:05

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Last time on Braillecast, we heard from Ben Clare about the challenges facing Pacific Island countries in terms of access to braille, and Ben's experiences of visiting those countries to deliver training. One of the larger Pacific Island countries is Samoa, and thanks to a substantial fundraising effort, the Samoa Blind Persons Association were abl…

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The Tactile Traveler #56 - Being Shot: A Frequent Cause of Blindness, Don't Grab a Blind Person, Blind Etiquette, Independence When Losing Your Sight, & An Update on Showdown 27:27

17d ago27:27

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Welcome to Episode #56 of The Tactile Traveler, from KDNK Community Access Radio in Carbondale, Colorado. We're all about creating fun and meaningful experiences for both blind and sighted travelers, helping to tackle the isolation that can come with vision loss. In this episode: - We dive into the impact of gun violence on blindness with some powe…

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Ben Clare on Braille in the Pacific Islands (Episode 59) 41:32

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Australia and New Zealand are the two most well-known countries in the Pacific Region, the area between Australia and Hawaii. The region also includes many other countries including Fiji and Samoa. Many of these countries are on small, remote islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are difficult and expensive to reach, with total populations often of 10…

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8.05 : how the media shapes elections 40:07

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it's always an election year somewhere contact the hosts or buy a handmade beautiful sustainable tactile Solacene garment/zine: https://www.solacene.orgDoor Solacene

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The Braille You Need, When You Need It: A Special Event for World Braille Day (Episode 58) 55:17

25d ago55:17

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Braille isn’t just for books! It can also be found on household products and signs; in restaurants, museums and theatres; and your personal and confidential documents can also be sent to you in braille. So how do you find it? Who do you ask? And if you think the braille you’ve found could be improved, how do you make your case without upsetting peo…

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8.04 : ranking newspapers by aesthetic 42:49

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This episode, more interesting than its name suggests, features a discussion of newspaper designs as perceived by us via the shelves of our local MultiMag. Everything from fonts to mascots. Then we design our Solacene (perfect) newspaper accordingly.And if you liked the cut of our jibs, click here: https://www.solacene.org…

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Beyond Bump-Ons: Creative Approaches to Tactile Marking (Extra 76) 1:06:30

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Do you need an easy way to identify your shampoo from your hair removal cream? Do you want to avoid accidentally feeding dog food to your dinner guests—again? Does your granddaughter complain that you’ve covered up the print label on her favourite midnight snack with your “special dots”? Our sense of touch can give us much more information about ou…

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Geck T'Know Artgecko - Lazyobit 1:00:59

1M ago1:00:59

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It's time for another, truly GECK-TACULAR, episode of Geck T'Know, where we talk all things art, general creative chat and cheese (yes you indeed read that right) with artists and creative people alike! Today your host Natasha Gecks T'Know artist and creative thinker Lazyobit. During this episode, we explore topics including the importance of ignor…

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8.03 : the newspaper of the future 37:09

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Having decided on the humble newspaper as our favorite medium for keeping up with things, this episode sees us brainstorm 10 headlines that might exist in its utopian, Solacene, (beautiful sustainable tactile etc.) form. Woohoo Contact the hosts or buy a handmade Solacene zine/garment: https://www.solacene.org…

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An Introduction To Arabic Braille (Extra 75) 52:27

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This session, presented by Saima Akhtar, is designed to give you a Whistlestop tour of the fundamentals of Arabic braille. Rest assured, it’s not nearly as complicated as you think. By the end of the session, you will have more insight into the following areas: The origins of Arabic braille Common misconceptions around the structure and layout of A…

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8.02 : should newspapers be a thing again? 1:00:23

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The 5 ages of mankind('s news): THE HERALD, THE NEWSPAPER, THE RADIO, THE T.V., THE INTERNET. Which is most soul? Which is most mole? Listen to find out. Contact the hosts or buy a handmade Solacene zine/garment: https://www.solacene.orgDoor Solacene

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The Best SD Card for Your Braille Display (Extra 74) 57:45

2M ago57:45

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Many braille displays include an SD or Micro SD card slot. However, when it comes to purchasing a suitable card, there are so many options! Which is best, and which work with your braille display? In this session, we were joined by friend of the Braillists Ben Mustill-Rose to help make sense of them. He covered: Technical terms – SD, Micro SD, SD H…

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The Tactile Traveler #55 27:27

2M ago27:27

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The Dangers of Fireworks Blind Fishing A Community College may be in Your Future, even if You haven’t been a Good Student Tips for our sighted friends on guiding us AndExciting News from Kayly Romero

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8.01 : what's new? 48:56

2M ago48:56

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News news news! A new semester! Recording outside (sorry about the planes)! Clothes! Zines! : https://www.solacene.orgDoor Solacene

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Introducing BrailleBlaster (Extra 73) 42:49

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According to its website, “BrailleBlaster™ is a braille transcription program developed by the American Printing House for the Blind to help transcribers provide blind students with braille textbooks on the first day of class.” It uses markup from source documents to automate formatting, and provides “tools to make advanced tasks quicker and easier…

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Fully Automated Braille Translation with RoboBraille (Extra 72) 57:21

2M ago57:21

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Sometimes, you just need a BRF file with no fuss, even though you know it might have the occasional error or won’t be formatted quite as you’d like. RoboBraille is one solution to this problem. It works with a large variety of file formats including PDF, Microsoft Word and plain text, and converts them to braille within a matter of minutes. Best of…

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Free Braille Translators: Biblos, Sao Mai Braille and Send to Braille (Extra 71) 49:44

2M ago49:44

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Following our exploration of braille translators during National Braille Week, we were delighted to be joined by esteemed assistive technology pioneer Dean Martineau. Dean is a long term braille user and has spent many years developing his own personal braille shorthand system. In this Masterclass, Dean introduced us to the Biblos braille translato…

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From Print To Braille: Reading the Finished Product (Episode 57) 57:33

2M ago57:33

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For many years now, Sight Scotland have championed National Braille Week, an opportunity to celebrate braille usage and raise awareness of the importance and value of braille. It runs in the second week of October, to coincide with World Sight Day. In 2023, we celebrated National Braille Week at the Braillists by running five Masterclasses, one eac…

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Cheers Volunteers 2024 (Extra 70) 1:08

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A message from our Chairman, Dave Williams, to thank our many volunteers this National Volunteers Week.Door The Braillists Foundation

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The Tactile Traveler #54 28:13

3M ago28:13

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What to do when you are blind in a hurricane and describing things better to blind people.

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From Print To Braille: A Deeper Dive Into Duxbury (Extra 69) 1:02:07

3M ago1:02:07

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For many years now, Sight Scotland have championed National Braille Week, an opportunity to celebrate braille usage and raise awareness of the importance and value of braille. It runs in the second week of October, to coincide with World Sight Day. In 2023, we celebrated National Braille Week at the Braillists by running five Masterclasses, one eac…

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From Print To Braille: Choosing the Right Braille Translator for the Job (Episode 56) 1:02:53

3M ago1:02:53

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For many years now, Sight Scotland have championed National Braille Week, an opportunity to celebrate braille usage and raise awareness of the importance and value of braille. It runs in the second week of October, to coincide with World Sight Day. In 2023, we celebrated National Braille Week at the Braillists by running five Masterclasses, one eac…

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From Print To Braille: The Key to Accessible Word Documents (Extra 68) 1:00:46

3M ago1:00:46

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For many years now, Sight Scotland have championed National Braille Week, an opportunity to celebrate braille usage and raise awareness of the importance and value of braille. It runs in the second week of October, to coincide with World Sight Day. In 2023, we celebrated National Braille Week at the Braillists by running five Masterclasses, one eac…

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From Print To Braille: What Should Our Braille Look Like? (episode 55) 58:15

3M ago58:15

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For many years now, Sight Scotland have championed National Braille Week, an opportunity to celebrate braille usage and raise awareness of the importance and value of braille. It runs in the second week of October, to coincide with World Sight Day. In 2023, we celebrated National Braille Week at the Braillists by running five Masterclasses, one eac…

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The Tactile Traveler #53 - The History and the Amazing Value of White Canes and Making the Weather Work for You 27:27

4M ago27:27

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The History and the Amazing Value of White Canes and Making the Weather Work for You Cover photo by Kristin Cato

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The Braille Features of Supernova (Extra 67) 51:42

4M ago51:42

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Supernova is a screen magnification and screen reading package from Dolphin Computer Access Ltd, based in Worcester in the UK. Braille display support is a core part of its offering, but we don't hear very much about it. In this session, we were joined by Aj Ahmed, proprietor of AAT Solutions, an independent provider of assistive technology trainin…

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Setting Up Braille Displays on Windows and iOS (Extra 66) 1:01:04

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If you have a new braille display and you’re struggling to connect it to your computer, iPhone or iPad, or you have a new computer, iPhone or iPad and you’re struggling to connect it to your braille display, this session is for you. We covered: The pros and cons of Bluetooth and USB Pairing and unpairing your braille display via Bluetooth Drivers a…

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Adding Your Own Contractions to Your Screen Reader Using Liblouis (Extra 65) 55:58

4M ago55:58

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Many screen readers, including JAWS and NVDA, make use of the popular, open source Liblouis braille translation engine as part of their braille display support. In this session, we explained and demonstrated how to harness the power of Liblouis braille tables to implement additional contractions in your screen reader of choice. If you use a long wo…

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The Braille Shorthand Code (Extra 64) 54:58

4M ago54:58

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“What’s wrong with grade 2?” In many cases, nothing. It strikes a good balance between compactness, readability and lack of ambiguity. However, in some cases, a code which is even more compact than grade 2 is extremely advantageous, especially when information needs to be written down at speed. The Braille Shorthand Code was one attempt at creating…

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The New Braille Features in iOS 16 and 17 (Extra 63) 1:00:45

5M ago1:00:45

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iOS 17 was released last September, bosting a number of significant braille enhancements. In this Masterclass, we were joined by Scott Davert to find out more. Scott is well regarded in the blind community as an expert in braille on iOS. He regularly contributes braille-related content to the AppleVis website, and presented a series of three Master…

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The Tactile Traveler #52 - Camp Abilities, Expanding the Athletic Skills of Blind Kids, How to Play Goalball, How to Play Showdown, and Being Afraid of Your Own Shadow 26:30

5M ago26:30

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Welcome to episode 52 of "The Tactile Traveler" podcast! Join us as we explore Camp Abilities, a groundbreaking program empowering blind kids through athletic development and self-advocacy. Discover step-by-step guides on how to play goalball and showdown, two exciting games tailored for the blind community. Plus, we delve into the topic of overcom…

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7.12 : the wonderful worlds of Hayao Miyazaki! 52:41

5M ago52:41

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Who else to conclude our 'Rushmore' semester, each episode of which has focused on a different person whose life and works inspire our imagined utopia, but the patron saint of the Solacene himself- Hayao Miyazaki. This conversation touches on lessons we can learn from the animation maestro's life and career, as well as specific parts of his films w…

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CSUN Round-Up 2024 (Episode 54) 56:28

5M ago56:28

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The 39th CSUN Assistive Technology Conference took place from 18 to 22 March in Anaheim, California, hosted by the Centre on Disabilities, Division of Student Affairs at California State University, Northridge. There were many exciting braille product announcements at the conference, and the latest prototypes of previously announced braille product…

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7.11 : Marie Kondo, is minimalism sustainable? 50:00

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We can learn a lot from aesthetics like minimalism, and cottage core; but what aspects of these digital lifestyles are unsustainable in the real world. With the case study of Netflix famous, Marie Kondo, we are inspired to live simple lives full of joy, mental clarity, and beauty.Contact and Zines: https://www.solacene.org…

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Tactile Diagrams at the Open University (Extra 62) 1:03:58

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Getting tactile diagrams at University is often not as easy as it should be. However, the Open University has an excellent reputation for accessibility, and has developed robust processes for students to request diagrams and for those diagrams to be designed and produced. This session was presented jointly by Jeff Bashton, former Visual Impairment …

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#50 Hueviews, Tactile Artistry 58:03

5M ago58:03

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Watch the video episode here https://youtu.be/Gh-skb_Q7Yg Welcome to Episode 50 of NonFunGerbils, featuring the exceptionally creative Hueviews, a tactile artist known for her diverse body of work. Celebrating a milestone with her 1200th consecutive day of creativity, Hueviews shares her journey from photography and paper collages to embracing the …

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7.10 : Antoni Gaudí, Architect of the Future 44:59

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Architecture is frozen music, and music is liquid architecture. Antoni Gaudí was a late 19th century Catalonian architect who changed the city of Barcelona forever. This week we discuss the life and work of this man and how his artistic style and reverence for nature can inspire us in our everyday lives.Contact and Shop: https://www.solacene.org…

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Catching Up with Bristol Braille Technology: Canute 360 and Canute Console (Episode 53) 37:29

5M ago37:29

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Bristol Braille Technology CIC recently released version 2.1 of the firmware for Canute 360, the world's first multi-line braille E-reader. Canute has come up in conversation many times before, but never specifically: what is it, and what can it do? In this episode, we sit down with Ed Rogers, Managing Director of BBT, to find out. Links of interes…

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7.09 : designing a utopian person (Gustave) 43:57

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Our journey along the utopian Solacene Mt. Rushmore continues: rather than discussing an inspirational figure from history, this discussion sees us pluck one from our imaginations. Gustave, the everyman, who will embody beauty, sustainability, and tactility, like all true Solacites can. Contact the hosts or check out our ZINES and CLOTHES: https://…

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Multi-Line Braille in the Classroom (Episode 52) 1:01:33

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The braille community is buzzing about the next generation of braille display: multi-line devices which can show anything from tables to tactile graphics at the press of a button are now a reality, and enthusiastic early adopters around the world are putting the technology through its paces. These multi-line braille displays will, sooner or later, …

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The Tactile Traveler #51 - An Exercise on Blind Exercising, and Blind Pickleball 26:27

6M ago26:27

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Join us in today's episode as we explore the challenges and importance of exercise for blind individuals. Gain insights from renowned experts Dr. Neil Wolkodoff, and Dr. Lauren Lieberman, discover practical tips for staying active, and be inspired by transformative stories from individuals like Archur Felder and Arlene. Plus, dive into the world of…

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7.08 : taking inspiration from fictional characters 52:49

6M ago52:49

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The phenomenon of the "literally me" character, though age-old, has gained new fervor in our age of pop culture and the internet. This episode features a discussion of said heroes through the utopian Solacene lens- rather than talking about those characters we identify with, we each focus on one who can act as an aspirational figure, a narrative no…

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7.07 : Mary Evelyn Tucker 58:19

6M ago58:19

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What are the idols attempting to fill the void of spiritual meaning in our culture? How can world religions be united with ecological concerns to solve modern problems? What exactly is Zen Christianity?This episode features a discussion of these questions and more, as we continue our 'Rushmore' semester with a focus on author, professor, and expert…

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7.06 : Jeanne Villepreux-Power 43:55

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If you look up the definition of aquarium in the dictionary, you may know about Jeanne Villepreux-Power. This episode we dissect the incredible life of this naturalist, inventor, and artist. Lessons of imagination, nature as teacher, and octopus. Contact and Shop: https://solacene.bigcartel.comDoor Solacene

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7.05 : a Harambe retrospective 43:49

6M ago43:49

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2016 was a wild year. Amidst all its political turmoil and celebrity deaths, one loss hit hardest of all. Seismic enough to shift our entire timeline, some might say. His name was Harambe, and this is his story. ...Contact the hosts or check out our handmade Solacene zines here: https://www.solacene.org…

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The Tactile Traveler #50 - The Worldwide Status of Charles Bonnet Syndrome 26:30

7M ago26:30

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In this episode, the focus is on Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS), a condition where those losing or without vision experience visual hallucinations. Featuring interviews with Judith Potts, founder of Esme’s Umbrella, and Dr. Gary Cusick from Louisville, Kentucky, the episode sheds light on the challenges of CBS, discusses available support, and empha…

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7.04 : does Teddy Roosevelt belong on Mt Rushmore? 39:15

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On this episode, we continue designing our utopian Mount Rushmore... using the real Mount Rushmore as inspiration. It's a conversation about conservationist, writer, and youngest U.S. President ever- Theodore Roosevelt. What lessons can be learned from his life, both in and out of politics?Contact the hosts or buy a handmade Solacene ZINE here: htt…

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7.03 : the importance of ACTION (ft. Ernest Hemingway) 45:12

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This episode, the third in our season of utopian 'rushmore' figures, sees a discussion on Ernest Hemingway and his literature. What can be learned from his terse prose and energetic life? How can an imagined future incorporate such lessons, both on individual and societal levels? What is a 'Tommy'? Listen to find out!Contact the hosts or buy a hand…

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7.02: From theatre kid to renaissance man: how Shakespeare shows the way 48:00

7M ago48:00

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"And this, our life, exempt from public haunt, finds tongues in trees, books in the running brooks, sermons in stones, and good in everything.”Today we discuss the bard himself: what we can learn from his life and apply to our conception of the utopian Solacene, how theatre is the art of personal growth, and why the 'renaissance man' should make a …

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