Blind Girl Chat

In today’s episode we interview TikToker and former Team Canada track and field athlete Dave Johnson, aka Blind Hipster Dave. We talk about everything from his life with retinitis pigmentosa to how he went from shy kid to making hilarious videos viewed by millions. Dave spills on the wild (and sometimes awkward) realities of using a cane, passing as sighted, and getting accused of faking blindness...

In this disability pride episode, we discuss the meaning behind the disability pride flag, as well as our own comfort with visible markers of blindness, such as what our eyes look like. We cover topics like our experiences with getting eye surgeries to improve the appearance of our eyes and if and when we choose to wear glasses. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at...

Today, we wanted to share an episode of another podcast that we appeared on! On this episode of Outlook on Radio Western, we chatted with hosts Brian and Kerry about our experiences growing up blind, how we met, and what inspired us to start Blind Girl Chat. We got into everything from summer camps for blind kids to the weird assumptions people make about blindness, plus plenty of laughs along the...

In today’s episode of Blind Girl Chat, we’re talking New Year’s resolutions—how to set them, stick to them, and actually make them work. We share tips on setting goals you can achieve, the science behind building better habits, and some of our own resolutions for this year. Let's kick off the year right!. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com...

Today, we’re celebrating an incredible year! 🎉 It’s been a big one for both of us in so many ways—including starting this podcast (still can’t believe it)! The end of the year is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and appreciate how much you’ve learned and grown. Let’s dive in! Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikT...

In this week's episode, we dive into what it's like to travel while blind. With the holiday season in full swing, travel is on everyone's mind, but today we're covering all kinds of travel: public transportation, ridesharing services like Uber, paratransit, and air travel. Plus, we explore the pros and cons of being blind in a city versus a suburb. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindg...

On this episode, we tackle all the tricky and sticky situations that come up during the holidays! While it's the happiest time of the year, it can also bring plenty of stressors. From navigating food, cooking, presents, toasts, and loud holiday parties, we cover it all! Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https:...

Today, we’re diving into something super important: friendship! Being blind might not seem directly related to friendships, but it can make finding friends at school or work a bit trickier. The good news? You're not alone. Friendships can be tough for everyone, blind or not. In this episode, we’ll share a few tools that have helped us build awesome connections over the years. Follow us on IG: http...

We’re back! After a long hiatus, we're thrilled to be back in the studio and catching up! In this episode, we dive into the release of blind Barbie, the challenges of the job hunt, and share some updates on what's been going on in our lives. Join us here again in two weeks! Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: ht...

In our last episode before summer break, we wanted to have a fun little chat about all the embarrassing things that can happen to you as a blind person. If you're blind, you probably are super aware of this; a sense of humor is a necessity. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata ht...

Today, we talk all about summer camps for the blind... Blind people kayaking? Hiking? Playing sports in the woods? Well... kind of.  We have two really different perspectives on blind summer camps, which makes this a really interesting discussion.  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juna...

Today we explore the intersection of different identities with being blind. How does being blind impact being a woman? Being an immigrant? Being a person of color?  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/?hl=en  

Today, we decided to talk about all the surprising upsides of being blind! It seems like most sighted people are terrified of going blind, and we get it: losing a sense you rely on can be scary. But what something many people probably don't consider are all the perks it comes with. So today, we wanted to shed some light on the good parts of being blind.  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/...

Being a parent can be challenging, but being a parent of a child with a disability can be even more intimidating. Oftentimes, parents don't know other people with disabilities and can't imagine how their child is going to be able to live a full life. In this episode, we go through some of our best advice to help parents give their child a supportive environment where they can thrive without being...

One of the most common questions you get as a blind person is "How do you use your phone?" or "How do you use your computer?" In this week's episode, we go through how we have learned to use technology over the years, and also spend way too much time complimenting Apple. It's a deep dive into Assistive Technology!! Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@...

In this episode we talk about our very different experiences being a blind girl at school  and accessibility struggles we faced as college students. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/?hl=en

Body image struggles are something many women experience. In this episode we talk about our experiences with body image as blind women. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/?hl=en

As a follow up to our dating episode, today we talk all about what it's like to date a blind person. We've discussed dating from our own perspective, so today, we decided to switch it up.  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/?hl=en  

Today, we have a conversation all about cooking and baking when you're blind. Kate joins us again on this episode to share all her baking secrets, and her recipe for one of our favorite treats of hers: Congo Bars (a cross between a chocolate chip cookie and a brownie). If you've ever struggled with knowing how to tell if a quiche jiggles in the center, if your meat is done, or how to seperate the...

Sometimes it can feel awkward for blind people to use their cane in public. In this episode, we discuss why these uncomfortable feelings can show up, as well as our experiences overcoming them. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlchat Email us at  blindgirlchat@gmail.com Follow Juna on IG and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/?hl=en

In celebration of Mother's Day, we talk to two blind mothers all about the challenges and joys of motherhood. This is our first ever episode with guests, which was so incredibly fun, and we both learned a lot! From squeak shoes to navigating the playground, we get some insights into what it's like to navigating raising a child without vision.  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlch...

"You're so inspiring." "I could never do what you do." If you're a person with a disability, you've probably heard this a lot. And although it's meant to be a compliment, it doesn't really feel good. However, it's true that having a disability can actually make things harder sometimes. Today, we discuss the nuances of navigating self compassion as a person with a disability. Follow us on IG: https...

Today, we're talking about all things fashion, makeup, and looking GOOD. It may be surprising to some that blind people care about their appearance. But it really shouldn't be. After all, the saying look good, feel good applies to everyone, regardless of how much you can see. We tackle all the challenges that come with picking out clothes, applying makeup, doing hair, all while not being able to s...

Today, we wanted to talk about something that is important to both of us, Braille! Braille is a system for blind people to read. A person reads Braille by running their fingers across a page of tactile dots. Unfortunately, most blind people actually can't read Braille, meaning most blind people are actually illiterate. Why is Braille so important? Why don't more blind people know how to read it? A...

Having a guide dog is one of the coolest parts about being blind, so we wanted to dedicate a whole episode to it. However, it comes with a lot of challenges that people rarely talk about. Today, we cover all the pros and cons of having a guide dog, as well as what the transition from using a cane to having a guide dog can feel like. Plus, if you've been wondering who that cutie on the cover is, to...