Nothing's Off Limits by Vision Australia Radio

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this final episode of series 1, Tess and Polly explore how you take ownership of your disability if you are blind or have low vision. With the help of our guests, we consider disability as a label, as a community, and as an identity. Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this final episode of series 1, Tess and Polly explore how you take ownership of your disability if you are blind or have low vision. With the help of our guests, we consider disability as a label, as a community, and as an identity. Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. Vision Australia estimates that, of the 384,000 people in Australia who are blind or have low vision; approx. 10% are blind whereas a staggering 90% have low vision. So in this episode, Tess and Polly explore the specific experiences, of having low vision. Do people understand that there is a spectrum of vision loss? What are the specific challenges you might face if you have low vision, and how do you navigate the literal and metaphorical obstacles of seeing differently? With the help of our guests we try and find out… Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode, Tess and Polly explore Dating! They quiz their guests on how to get the best out of getting and going on dates if you are blind or have low vision. They also explore the difficult questions about when to disclose, how to stay safe, and how to recognize if things are going well… Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode, Tess and Polly explore Body image and Appearance. What do we mean when we talk about body image and what perceptions do you have of your own and others’ appearance if you are blind or have low vision? Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. Vision Australia estimates that, of the 384,000 people in Australia who are blind or have low vision; approx. 10% are blind whereas a staggering 90% have low vision. So in this episode, Tess and Polly explore the specific experiences, of having low vision. Do people understand that there is a spectrum of vision loss? What are the specific challenges you might face if you have low vision, and how do you navigate the literal and metaphorical obstacles of seeing differently? With the help of our guests we try and find out… Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode, Tess and Polly explore adult entertainment, products and services. Every adult has a right to access adult entertainment, products and services, including sex toys, adult movies and sex workers. However, it can be difficult for people who are blind or have low vision to purchase the products and services they want independently and anonymously. With the help of two amazing guests, both with lived experience of blindness and low vision, we really do go off limits! Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode, Tess and Polly explore Dating! They quiz their guests on how to get the best out of getting and going on dates if you are blind or have low vision. They also explore the difficult questions about when to disclose, how to stay safe, and how to recognize if things are going well… Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing’s Off Limits: brings together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode, Tess and Polly explore Body image and Appearance. What do we mean when we talk about body image and what perceptions do you have of your own and others’ appearance if you are blind or have low vision? Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our new podcast series Nothing’s Off Limits: bringing together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode, Tess and Polly explore the subject of relationships: how can you cultivate and nurture healthy relationships and how can you identify and deal with unhealthy ones?  And what are the particular challenges if you are blind or have low vision in building and maintaining positive relationships with partners, parents, children, siblings, friends and carers? Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our podcast series Nothing’s Off Limits: bringing together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode, Tess and Polly ask guests about personal care, exploring everything from removing unwanted body hair to using public facilities. They also delve into everyone’s favourite time of the month and find out more about managing menstruation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s Interview Highlight comes from “Focal Point” in which Peter Greco talks with Tess Herbert and Polly Goodwin about a new podcast series ‘Nothing's Off Limits’. On this series, experts and people with lived experience sit down and discuss topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about, subjects which can feel too awkward or embarrassing to talk about in a straightforward and open way. The things we feel are ‘off limits’. More info: 'Nothings Off Limits' If you have any questions that you would like us to explore in this series, please drop us a line on: Nothingsofflimits@visionaustralia.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our new podcast series Nothing’s Off Limits: bringing together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this, episode 3 of our series, Polly and Tess discuss Mental Health. Some find it easy to chat about, others feel it is difficult. Polly and Tess are joined by Vicky Contreras Vision Australia Paediatric Counsellor and Courtney McKee Vision Australia Operational Support Partner who is a trained Psychologist and has lived experience of blindness who both discuss the matter further. Plus we hear from a range of folk who are blind or have low vision to learn how easy (or difficult) it is for them to discuss mental heath. Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capacity Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently Sam Colley jumped into the 'Talking Vision' studios to speak to the presenters of Vision Australia Radio's new podcast series 'Nothings off Limits' to understand the need for such a series and why the community is craving a discussion on the topics covered. Learn more about the series by visiting the Vision Australia website: https://www.visionaustralia.org/nolimits See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our new podcast series Nothing’s Off Limits: bringing together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. In this episode Polly and Tess discuss Confidence and Safety through body language and movement and what it feels like navigating different physical and social environments when you are blind or have low vision. We delve into strategies, tips and technology solutions which can support interaction with people and places with confidence and safety. We are joined by Equality Lawyers Founder and Principal Lawyer Natalie Wade, Vision Australia Emotional and Social Support Programs Supervisor Nemoy Malcom and Vision Australia Orientation & Mobility Specialist Darren Moyle. Nothings off Limits is made with the support of Vision Australia Radio and the NDIS Information Linkages Capability Building grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our new podcast series Nothing’s Off Limits: bringing together experts and people with lived experience to discuss the topics we love to avoid but absolutely need to talk about. Made with the support of Vision Australia and the NDIS Information Linkages Capability Building grant. On episode one we talk about Physical Wellbeing, fitness and nutrition and ask you what obstacles you face in staying fit and healthy.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.