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Ablequest

Ablequest is a series of 15 minute programs which examines developments in assistive technology and initiatives for those people living with a wide range of disabilities. Presented by Barbara Sullivan, Marni Roper and Elaine Wziontek. Produced in the studios of 2RPH in Sydney.

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All Episodes

14:24

Hugh Kingley and Rachel Dekar - Obi

Ablequest ·

2024/04/19

Elaine Wziontek discusses cutting edge robotics with guests Hugh Kingley and Rachel Dekar. The focus is on the Obi robotic dining assistant which gives people who are fed by others the ability to take control of their meals. Obi helps people living with any condition which limits upper arm function. Original air date: 19.04.24Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:36

Saraya O'Connell - Hotel Etico Independence Program

Ablequest ·

2024/03/22

Hotel Etico in the Blue Mountains offers a training program in hospitality for young people with disabilities. Elaine Wziontek spoke to Saraya O'Connell, hotel manager, about the program and the achievements of her trainees.Original broadcast date: 22.03.24Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:14

Assistive Tech News Catchup

Ablequest ·

2024/03/08

Elaine Wziontek reads a selection of tech articles relating to disability. Topics covered include fitness options for people with a disability, a new bus app trial and the world's first truly smart ear buds.Original broadcast date: 08.03.24Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:14

Steven Wells - Horticultural Therapy

Ablequest ·

2024/02/23

This program discusses horticultural therapy with nurse and horticultural therapist Steven Wells. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:18

Majella Knobel - TOUCH (Westpac Open Air Cinema)

Ablequest ·

2024/02/09

Westpac and Mastercard have collaborated to produce Australia's first pictureless feature film, TOUCH, which premieres on 13 Feb at the Westpac Open Air Cinema. Majella Knobel, head of access and inclusion at Westpac, talks to Barbara Sullivan about the film and the bank's many other accessibility initiatives.Original air date: 09.02.24Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:31

Christo Sarantakis - Vision Australia

Ablequest ·

2024/01/26

Christo Sarantakis has been totally blind since birth. He talks to Elaine Wziontek about his early years learning braille, then finding work as a switchboard operator and volunteering for 2RPH as well as working for Vision Australia helping others who are visually impaired. He discusses how technology has changed in the past 50 years. Original broadcast date: 26.01.24Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:11

Ronak Shah - Onroad Driving Education

Ablequest ·

2024/01/12

Ronak Shah, General Manager of Onroad Driving Education and an expert in disability driving instruction explains what is required for people with disabilities to obtain a drivers licence. Original broadcast date: 12.01.24Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:29

Dr Dimity Williams - Green Hour

Ablequest ·

2023/12/15

Dr Dimity Williams is a family GP who tells her patients to spend more time in nature and to aim for a green hour each day. This interview with Elaine Wziontek explores how to spend more time outside and encourage their children to do the same. Original broadcast date: 05.12.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:30

Nikki Hind - Blind Grit

Ablequest ·

2023/12/01

Nikki Hind, Australia's first legally blind fashion designer and the subject of a children's book with braille alongside text. Her label is called Blind Grit, a brand built around those who live with a disability. Original broadcast date: 1.12.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:39

Bec Baines - Youthworks Accessibility Ministry Advisor

Ablequest ·

2023/11/17

Bec Baines talks to Elaine Wziontek about accessibility and belonging at church for people with disabilities. Original air date: 16.11.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:52

Professor Leeanne Carey - SENSe Therapy

Ablequest ·

2023/11/03

One in two people suffering from a stroke experience a loss of touch sense. Professor Leeanne Carey talks to Marni Roper about the SENSe program, a world-first therapy she and her team have developed to help stroke survivors regain their sense of touch and improve their mobile rehabilitation. Original broadcast date: 02.11.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:43

Ebony Wightman - We Are Studios

Ablequest ·

2023/10/20

This program discusses We Are Studios, a fully disability led, inclusive studio and its first exhibition by a community of artists. The guest is Ebony Wightman who lives with autism and an autoimmune disease which affects her respiratory system. The artists have physical and mental health challenges but share a passion for art. Original broadcast date: 20.10.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:30

Anna Wright - Bindi Maps (Part 2)

Ablequest ·

2023/10/06

This is Part 2 of Dr Anna Wright explaining how Bindi Maps works. Dr Wright is Co-Founder and CEO of Bindi Maps, short for Be Independent, a voice activated app to help vision impaired users navigate large indoor spaces such as hospitals, universities and universities. Original air date: 06.10.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:18

Anna Wright - Bindi Maps (Part 1)

Ablequest ·

2023/09/22

This interview is a repeat of a program originally recorded in 2019 when Bindi Maps, a voice activated app for public indoor spaces, first began. The following fortnight Ablequest interviews the Co-Founder of Bindi Maps Dr Anna Wright about the progress.Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:33

Serena Ovens - Assistive Technology Supplies Australia

Ablequest ·

2023/09/08

This episode contains an interview with Serena Ovens, the new CEO of Assistive Technology Supplies Australia, known as ATSA. Elaine Wziontek talks to her about her role and what she hopes to achieve. Original broadcast date: 07.09.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:53

Kim Marriott - Monash Assistive Technology and...

Ablequest ·

2023/08/25

Professor Kim Marriott, Director of the newly-established, innovative Monash Assistive Technology and Society Centre, explains the purpose of the Centre and its activities in helping people living with disabilities lead self-directed lives. Original broadcast date: 25.08.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:37

Matt Clayton - Blind Sports Australia

Ablequest ·

2023/08/11

Matt Clayton, CEO of Blind Sports Australia and Chef de Mission for the Australian team, discusses the upcoming World Blind Games being held in Birmingham, UK in August. Original broadcast date: 11.08.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:27

David Woodbridge - Tech Update Part 2

Ablequest ·

2023/07/28

David Woodbridge, an expert in assistive technology for people with low or no vision who draws on his own lived experience, is a regular guest on Ablequest. In conversation with Barbara Sullivan, David gives an update on the latest in a wide range of technologies designed to make everyday life easier and more interesting. Original broadcast date: 28.07.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:56

Robert Duff-Silsby - Sexual Wellbeing

Ablequest ·

2023/07/14

Elaine Wziontek interviews Robert Duff-Silsby, the Co-founder and Project Manager of Luddi, a Perth based company revolutionizing assistive devices for all people and bodies. The topic of sexual wellbeing and sexual health is discussed. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:49

David Woodbridge - Tech Update Part 1

Ablequest ·

2023/06/30

David Woodbridge, an expert in assistive technology for people with low or no vision who draws on his own lived experience, is a regular guest on Ablequest. In conversation with Barbara Sullivan, David gives an update on the latest in a wide range of technologies designed to make everyday life easier and more interesting. Original broadcast date: 30.06.23Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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