Life through a prism

In this episode we ask the question what does AI and a chip packet have in common https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2025/10/is-ai-moving-faster-than-its-safety-net https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2025/10/schools-ai-system-mistakes-a-bag-of-chips-for-a-gun? I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and cons...

This episodes article comes from qnews.com.au and it’s about my home state Tasmania the article is entitled: Tasmanian schools defend transgender students against ‘Women Speak’ claims written by Dean Arcuri dated 3rd November 2025. https://qnews.com.au/tasmanian-schools-defend-transgender-students-against-women-speak-claims/? I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the...

In this episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled :Cash-strapped councils let footpaths fall into disrepair, creating accessibility problems for people with disability written by Claudia Forsberg dated 24 October 2025. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10-24/disability-advocates-say-council-footpaths-are-a-big-concern/105915296?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&...

In todays episode we are going to hear from Merran Thurley and her continuing journey of 50+ years with guide dogs

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In this episode we will take a look at an article from nine.com.au entitled Health Minister Mark Butler under fire over disability access written by Samantha Maiden dated 21st October 2025. https://www.news.com.au/national/health-minister-mark-butler-under-fire-over-disability-access/news-story/4d483e447f926282422158af522d7587 In 2024 i did an episode called curb cut and inaccessible buildings her...

In todays episode we will take a look at an article regarding a new campaign to combat stigma in the trans and gender diverse community. https://youtu.be/rl2IDQmP9eo https://qnews.com.au/tasmania-launches-trans-and-gender-diverse-campaign-to-reduce-stigma/? I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscr...

In this episode we are going to take a look at one persons journey finding their freedom in queer music the article is from qnews.com.au entitled Queer music is more than sound, it’s strength, it’s safety https://qnews.com.au/queer-music-is-more-than-sound-its-strength-its-safety/ I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a...

In this episode we are going to take a look at an article about the place that I call home the article is from qnews.com.au entitled Tasmanian Lower House unanimously pass new hate crime legislation.  Written by Dean Acuri dated 11th September 2025 https://qnews.com.au/tasmanian-lower-house-unanimously-pass-new-hate-crime-legislation/ ? I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and...

In this episode we will take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled How video games and adaptive technology are helping people with disability build connections written by Sarah Richads https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-01/accessible-video-games-connection-disabilities/105713080 I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please...

In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from the observer uk website entitled -No one should have to prove their disability is not a scam. https://observer.co.uk/news/columnists/article/no-one-should-have-to-prove-their-disability-is-not-a-scam I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider s...

In this episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled Mitch Brown laments AFL clubs, players' lack of support for queer community. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-11/mitch-brown-message-to-next-queer-afl-player/105759044? I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The p...

In this episode we will take a look at an article from qnews.com.au entitled - Aus peak medical body calls to end intersex medical intervention https://qnews.com.au/aus-peak-medical-body-calls-to-end-intersex-medical-intervention/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMLm5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHo6uB08JYZCYLsProoIfXgwSp9sZTN-dxUOkObGVfs5CKeA0KboSQn-vdyAT_aem_1PCSmzhMKMoYvMqD7DTLGw Youtube video- Intersexion- Boy or Girl http...

In this episode we take a look at an article regarding A federal government committee has acknowledged the“ unmet need” for improved access to gender-affirming surgeries, as it considers a landmark proposal to fund them on Medicare. https://qnews.com.au/medicare-funding-for-gender-affirming-surgery-denied/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMGTGVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHnZ2_Wb8SyMJhHU5vvHAEGDzXFvaeXPLpHjNiAiYnA21dLhwPtqJwZF...

In this episode we are going to look at another article in the ongoing censorship battle in the videogame industry. The article comes from thatparkplace.com by Marvin Montenaro dated August 1st 2025. https://thatparkplace.com/visa-and-mastercard-deny-direct-involvement-in-gaming-censorship-amid-mass-backlash/ I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I cr...

In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from abc.net.au in regards to in ways of reframing what disability is. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-08/social-medical-models-disability-accessibility-inclusion/105494462?fbclid=IwY2xjawMCa09leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHuU25eGy-dhlkQjvhilURg862h83kA1XgF7bl2PMly1kTP0Xsn9ty3CtP4oK_aem_Q8PbZg_Wndgl3az8wHpIQw I would just like to ask if you have enj...

In this episode we are going to look at something a bit different, in the 21st century would you think that a credit card company would disallow you to purchase a game you wanted to buy if they so choose well it’s a reality. https://thatparkplace.com/visa-and-mastercard-are-reportedly-censoring-video-games-alongside-australian-activist-group-collective-shout/ Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...

In this episode we take a look at article from the website disability support guide .com.au entitled Older Australians with disability missing out on key healthsupports, new survey finds https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/older-australians-with-disability-missing-out-on-key-health-supports-new-survey-finds? Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism...

In this episode Merran Thurley returns to talk about her third guide dog Shannon. I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well . In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. Like...

In todays episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au where we meet Sam (not real name) and the plight of lgbtqia+ refugees . The article is entitled : Tasmanian Refugee Legal Service reports rising number of LGBTQIA+ clients who 'fear for their life' if returned home https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-05/lgbtqia-visas-help-refugees-fearing-persecution-overseas/105435778?utm_sour...

In this episode we are going to take a look at an article in regards to is superman and the like really gay icons? At the end I will just say a few short words on how i feel personally on the subject. https://thatparkplace.com/superman-declared-a-gay-icon-by-out-magazine/ Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDN...

In this episode we are going to take a look at a follow up article in regards to episode 70 where we looked at out A -league soccer player Josh Cavallo had receiveddeath threats since coming out . The link to episode 70 will be in the show notes. Its a feel good story for todays difficult times. https://qnews.com.au/lgbtq-trailblazer-josh-cavallo-moves-to-the-uk-with-fiance/?mc_cid=97ea563b7f&...

In this episode we take a look at an article from qnews.com.au entitled - UN renews global LGBTQ+ rights mandate: what you need to know https://qnews.com.au/un-renews-global-lgbtq-rights-mandate-what-you-need-to-know/?mc_cid=97ea563b7f&mc_eid=170ca917e6 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182 Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A...

In this episode we continue Merran's journey with guide dogs and in this episode we meet Buffy I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well. Also, now the podcast has a webpage and the links to all these will be in the show notes...

In this episode we are going to take a look at a report from the organisation minus 18 the article from abc.net.au the article is entitled Australia's LGBTQIA+ youth report physical, verbal assault — but also queer joy. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-11/minus18-lgbtqia-youth-survey-results/105402860?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_sourc...