Dealing With Blindness And The Covid-19 Pandemic: Part Three – Don’t Stand So Close To Me

(Note: This is the third in a three part series. Part one was inspired by our recent podcast, focuses on self-isolation and can be found here. It also contains links to Canadian and American mental health resources. Part two touches upon challenges with technology and is available here.)   I touched on this in our … Read more

27. The Podisode About Blind Jobs And Social Services

It’s a dirty job but someone has to do it. Good thing The Blindnamic Duo are back and ready to get serious!   This week, Marc and Jan are getting into the nitty gritty of finding a job when you’re disabled. sharing some personal experiences, the two also cover why certain solutions don’t always work … Read more

21. The Podisode About Christmas Shopping And Surprises

We’re boarding the polar express and getting into the holiday spirit on this week’s podisode!   It’s time for The Blindnamic Duo to talk all about the trials and tribulations of Christmas shopping! Hear the extra steps Marc has to take when buying for his sighted wife as a blind man. On the flip side, hear … Read more

20. The Podisode About Accessible Technology

Where does Marc get all of his wonderful toys? Find out as The Blindnamic Duo explore the fantastical world of accessible technology!   From computers to phones and smart speakers to talking pen thingies, there’s a lot available to help the blind with everyday tasks. Hear all about some of the things Marc uses to … Read more

16. The Podisode About Public Events

This week on the Blind Luminations podcast, Marc and Jan are discussing some recent adventures!   The Blindnamic Duo attended a couple of public events last weekend and are ready to break down their experiences. First up is the Canadian premiere of independent film Last Call, directed by the area’s own Gavin Michael Booth. Following this, … Read more

12. The Episode About Accessibility On The Internet

This week, the Blindnamic Duo are getting down to business and talking accessibility on the internet!   They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but why does it sometimes need more than 100 characters? Marc gets fired up about captchas, Jan relates the internet to architecture and the two delve into the staggering statistic … Read more