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Blind Sports Australia is a national sporting organisation for blind and vision impaired athletes covering 21 sports. Marni Roper spoke with Matt Clayton, CEO of Blind Sports Australia, about the organisation, an exhibition tennis match played at the 2023 Australian Open, and also what BSA offers in AFL and Archery. Original air date: 05.05.23 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omny...

This week, Ablequest presents a round-up of articles on assistive technology and initiatives helping people with disabilities: from Western Weekender, Tech Bullion and Link Disability Magazine. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Serena Gove talks about adaptive clothing for people who have limited movement due to age or disability. She created Caring Clothing , a company that designs, sources, manufactures and distributes clothing to suit all ages and disabilities. Original broadcast date: 10.03.23 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Kingsley, Managing Director of the Brainary which specialises in assistive technology talks about a device called the UbiDuo. This device supports people who are deaf and helps people take part in a real time face to face conversation. Elaine Wziontek asked him how it helps bridge deaf and hearing anytime, anywhere.  Original broadcast date: 24.02.23 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org....

HireUp is Australia's first online disability support network that puts its users in control, by matching people based on their support requirements. Co-founder and co-CEO of HireUp. Laura O'Reilly, speaks about the service. Original broadcast date: 10.02.23 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This program looks at dyslexia and the difficulties children with it have in learning to read. Elaine Wziontek talks to Brylee Langley, founder of an innovative learn-to-read system that teaches dyslexic thinkers the way they learn and in the development of an app called the Reading Switch. General Manager of The Reading Switch Andrew Galloway explains the online program can help your child become...

The Sydney Opera House has recently undergone a significant infrastructure upgrade to make all venues more accessible. Jenny Spinak, long-term Accessibility Manager at the Opera House, talks about these changes and other exciting new initiatives. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JaeMan NDIS Services has recently become a 2RPH station sponsor. Barbara Sullivan spoke with Danny Staffieri, Owner and Founder of  JaeMan , about their extensive services, including JaeMan Active, and his motivation to lead such a caring team. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest is Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin, a registered psychologist and mental health researcher. Elaine Wziontek spoke with Frances about her passion for technology and online platforms to support people with mental health issues. Original broadcast date: 19.11.22 Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane Cross, Senior Advisor in access and advocacy at Spinal Life Australia , discusses their Accessible Australia App. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark West, the CEO of HomeSYS , talks to Elaine Wziontek about home automation and how it helps people with disabilities live more independent lives. He explains how the company works closely with occupational therapists to ensure the right technology is used for individual client needs. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kimberly Lewis, a passionate advocate of key word signs talks about how key word signs help communication and language development. Kimberly talks to Elaine Wziontek about her own experiences and her childhood memories of speech therapy lessons. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ClubMates is a specialist travel and tour company catering for people with a wide range of disabilities. Managing Director, Peter Negri, explains the ClubMates philosophy and the way the tours work. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr James Fielding - the founder and CEO of Brisbane start up company Audeara - discusses headphones which have a built-in hearing check that tailors the sound of music and TV for you. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royal Rehab's Chief Executive Officer Matt Mackay talks to Elaine Wziontek about  LifeWorks , a purpose built hub which is a new advanced technology centre and the largest of its kind in Australia. He explains how the technology can help people recovering from injury and illness. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having easy and convenient access to fitness services can be difficult for people with disabilities. WeFlex provides the solution by connecting those people with appropriately skilled trainers and facilities nearby. CEO David Sexton tells the WeFlex story and talks about its rapid success. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Impact Institute organises many successful Disability Expos, including the Sydney Disability Expo to be held on 5th and 6th August at Homebush. Kathryn Carey, Head of Events at Impact Institute, talks about what to expect when you visit one of their expos and how accessibility plays a big part in their planning. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...