37. The Unintended Consequences Of Blindness

It’s Labour Day and The Blindnamic Duo are finally back to end the summer in style!   Looking on the bright side of life, Marc and Jan are reminiscing on how The Blind Avenger’s vision-loss has created some unexpected mishaps. It’s a podisode featuring ferris wheels, foot stomps and air hockey, so come have a … Read more

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

28. The Podisode About Marc And Jan’s Blind Wedding

They may be late for Valentine’s, but The Blindnamic Duo still thinks it’s a great day for a blind wedding.   On this week’s podisode, Marc and Jan talk all about what went into planning their big jump into holy matrimony. What extra steps were required to make the big day accessible for someone who … 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

18. The Podisode About Signatures And Documents

On this week’s podisode, The Blindnamic Duo finally crosses the line!   No, there’s no controversy here… well aside from Marc forgetting the difference between the Amish and Mennonites. This week the blind guy and his sighted wife Jan talk all about the wonderful world of signatures and documentation when you’re blind. The only lines … 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

11. The Episode About Vacationing Indoors

We’re out of the wilderness and heading inside for more fun on vacation!   This week, the Blindnamic Duo covers its many experiences with vacationing indoors. What are the perks of travelling with someone who is blind? What experiences are interesting for Marc? Where has his trips with Jan taken them and what were some of the … Read more

08. The Episode About Accessibility Awareness

As a famous cat once said, “It never hurts to help!”   While that usually ended in disaster for him, this week’s episode of the Blind Luminations podcast proves that a little bit of thought goes a long way. Hear Marc and Jan tackle (and sometimes rant about) accessibility awareness. The Blindnamic Duo also covers … Read more