Lois Strachan A Different Way of Seeing

A Different Way of Seeing

Conversations on opportunities, challenges and lived experiences to foster understanding between disabled and non-disabled communities. Insights into the tools and techniques used by people with disabilities navigating the worlds of work, education, travel, sport, the arts and leisure.

Because while we may be disabled we will never be disempowered.
Monthly English South Africa Society & Culture · Non-Profit
103 Episodes
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66 - Dr Homiyar Mobedji on Inclusive Education and Employment

In this episode I chat to Dr Homiyar Mobedji, from Benetech Asia/Africa. We discuss the importance of inclusive education and its importance in employment of persons with disabilities in the developing world. We also talk about the need for accessible books and Homiyar’s role as head of Benetech Asia/Africa, and…
13 Jun 2022 41 min

65 - Kenneth Edmonds on Traveling with a Chair and AccessibleTravel.info

In this episode I chat to Ken Edmonds, from the YouTube channel Traveling with a Chair, and the new global directory AccessibleTravel.info. Ken shares with us how he became involved in developing accessible travel platforms, and what people can find on his YouTube channel. He also talks about his new…
30 May 2022 41 min

64 - Mdu Mathenjwa, (Grashyo Creations) on writing as healing .

In this episode I chat to Mdu Mathenjwa of Grashyo Creations about writing to heal and the importance of telling our stories. Mdu also shares his own story of resilience and determination to move forward after a life-changing experience that led to the starting of his publishing company, Grashyo Creations…
16 May 2022 31 min

63 - Dr Karen Smit on Digital Inclusion in the Telecommunications Industry.

In this episode I chat to Dr Karen Smit about her work empowering young women with disabilities, as well as the impact that digital inclusion in the telecommunications industry can have on the lives of persons with disabilities. Contact Dr Karen Smit at karensmit50@gmail.com Contact Lois with podcast topics or…
27 Apr 2022 42 min

62 - Elizabeth Sammons on Representations of Disability in Literature

In this episode I chat to author and disability advocate Elizabeth Sammons about the way persons with disabilities are represented in literature. Elizabeth shares great advice for authors, both those with and without disabilities, who wish to include characters with disabilities in their writing. Here are the publications mentioned by…
11 Apr 2022 47 min

61 - Dr Michelle Botha on Ways of Thinking and Talking about Disability.

In this episode I chat to Dr Michelle Botha about different ways of thinking and talking about disability, and how the theories impact on our lived experiences. Michelle and I chat about • The Medical Model, • The Social Model • Critical Disability Theory We discuss what those models are,…
27 Mar 2022 52 min

59 - Echo location with Brian Bushway

In this episode our host, Lois Strachan, speaks with Brian Bushway of Acoustic Athletics about echo location as a tool to help us navigate the world. We also share news on upcoming changes to the podcast, so be sure to listen right to the end of today’s episode. Here’s how…
28 Feb 2022 41 min

58 - Adaptive Golf with Raising Hope SA

In this episode, our host, Lois Strachan, speaks with Mary Klinkradt of Raising Hope SA about adaptive golf and the launch of the Raising Hope SA Golf Academy in Cape Town. For general enquiries contact Mary on mary@raisinghopesa.com For enquiries on adaptive golf lessons, contact Shane on golfacademy@hazendal.co.za Look out…
14 Feb 2022 29 min

57 - Saffura Khan

In this episode, our host, Lois Strachan chats to Saffura Khan who is a social activist involved in many different areas of the disability sector. She is education manager at the South African National Zakah Fund, and a radio presenter. Saffura was born blind and she loves to travel. Today's…
24 Jan 2022 49 min

56 - An Introduction to Adaptive Paragliding in South Africa

In this episode, our host, Lois Strachan, speaks with Matthew van Zyl from Square One Paragliding and Taryn Tomlinson from Able2Travel about the introduction of adaptive paragliding into South Africa. Today's travel quote is by Leonardo da Vinci: "Once you have tasted flight, you will always walk the earth with…
23 Nov 2021 45 min

55 - Meiki Motshabi

In this episode, our host, Lois Strachan, chats with Meiki Motshabi.who learned to swim as a visually impaired adult. We will hear about her love of water sports and her swimming adventures. Today's travel quote is by Rabindranath Tagor: " This episode was edited by Craig Strachan using the Hindenburg…
28 Oct 2021 52 min

54 - Scuba Diving for Persons with Disabilities

In this episode, Lois Strachan chats with the team from Handicapped Scuba Crew, an NPO that provides adaptive scuba diving experiences. Handicapped Scuba Crew can be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HandicappedScubaCrew/ Today's travel quote is by Justina Chen Headley: "I didn't know that the world could be so mind-blowingly beautiful."…
7 Oct 2021 34 min

53 - Michael Hingson on Long Distance Air Travel with a Guide Dog

In this episode, Lois speaks with Michael Hingson.about his experiences with long distance air travel with a guide dog. Michael has been blind his entire life and received his first guide dog at 14 years old. Today's travel quote is by Aaron Lauritsen: "Explore, experience, then push beyond." This episode…
21 Sep 2021 49 min

52 - Neha Arora of Planet Abled

Today Lois speaks with Neha Arora of Planet Abled in India. The organisation promotes accessibility and inclusive travel for people with all disabilities, giving people the freedom of choice to travel wherever they want. Neha's father is blind, and her mother is a wheelchair user, so Planet Abled was born…
26 Aug 2021 36 min

51 - Praveena Sukhraj-Ely

In this episode, Lois Strachan speaks with Praveena Sukhraj-Ely who is joining us from Pretoria in South Africa. Praveena was partially sighted until the age of 12 years old, when she lost her sight completely. After school, she studied to become a lawyer, and did a Masters in political science,…
3 Aug 2021 47 min

50 - Nick & Nikki Smit

In this episode our host, Lois Strachan, chats with Nick & Nikki Smit. Nick is an entrepreneur, teacher and public speaker, forging his way forward in the disability space as founder of Smergos. Nikki is a swimming coach, teaching children from age 6 and up water safety. She also is…
20 Jul 2021 43 min

49 - Musa Zulu

In this episode, our host, Lois Strachan speaks to multi-talented Musa. E Zulu who is an artist, author, and motivational speaker. Musa was paralysed in a car accident in 1995 and shares about his life, his work and his travels as a wheelchair user. Musa is soon to release his…
30 Jun 2021 1 hr 10 min

47 - Travelling with Muscular Dystrophy with Mark Bannister

In this episode our host, Lois Strachan, speaks with Mark Bannister who has done a considerable amount of travelling. Mark was born in and grew up in Liverpool, England. As a young child, Mark was diagnosed with a form of Muscular Dystrophy. He shares about his adventure and travel experiences…
13 May 2021 54 min
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