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The Pulse

Accessible Media Inc.

Host Grant Hardy leads a weekly in-depth discussion on issues impacting the disability community across Canada.

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Disability & Film Production (Part 1) - Ophira Calof,...

The Pulse ·

2024/06/29

Joeita speaks to scriptwriter and disabled TV producer Ophira Calof about the Disabled Producers Lab a new program designed to teach production skills to disabled women and trans creators. Part 1 of a 2 part series. HighlightsDisability Stereotypes - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Ophira Calof – Writer, Performer & Facilitator (01:54)Cripping the Script (04:00)Shifting Our Structures (05:00)The Role of the Storyteller (06:51)Representation & Disability Narratives (10:18)Disabled Producers Lab

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00:27:51

Sexuality, Disability & Caregivers - Sex Educator...

The Pulse ·

2024/06/15

Joeita speaks to sex educator and host of AMI-tv's "That Sex Show", Rachele Manett about how parents & caregivers of youths with disabilities can have meaningful conversations about sex, sexuality and gender identity.HighlightsOpening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Rachele Manett (01:30)KNEDS - Knowledge Network of Expertise in Disability and Sexuality (03:32)Disability, Sexuality, and the Role of the Caregiver (05:43)Reasons for Lack of Comfort Discussing Sexuality & Disability (07:04)The Desexualizing

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00:30:26

Disability & Self-Defence - Martial Artist Jim Turk

The Pulse ·

2024/06/08

Joeita speaks to blind self-defence instructor and Brazilian Ju-jitsu practitioner Jim Turk about the relationship between martial arts and self-confidence for People with Disabilities. HighlightsThe Benefits of Self-Defence - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Jim Turk, Martial Artist & Self-Defence Instructor (01:56)Practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (02:53)Learning Martial Arts as a Blind Student (04:22)Discovering Jiu-Jitsu (05:46)Appeal of Martial Arts During Vision Loss Journey (07:13)Building

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00:33:18

Dramatizing Blindness - Devon Healey

The Pulse ·

2024/06/01

Joeita speaks to Devon Healey, assistant professor of disability studies at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto, about her research into the dramatization and perception of blindness in theatre. Healey is also an award-winning actor, co-founder of Peripheral Theater and the author of “Dramatizing Blindness: Disability Studies as Critical Creative Narrative,” which came out in 2021.Highlights:“What is Blindness?” - Opening Remarks (00:00)Perceptions of

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00:29:47

Do We Need a National Disability Insurance Plan?

The Pulse ·

2024/05/25

Joeita speaks to Hubert van Niekirk, Executive Director of Every Canadian Counts, about a campaign to create a National Disability Insurance Plan in Canada. HighlightsOpening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Hubert Van Kiekerk, Executive Director for Every Canadian Counts (01:25)The Proposed National Disability Insurance Plan (02:56)Potential Impact of Plan for Canadians with Disabilities (03:54)Relationship Between National Plan & Existing Provincial Programs (06:07)Cutting Back on Bureaucracy &

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00:27:56

Exploring Accessible Travel with Christa Couture

The Pulse ·

2024/05/18

Joeita previews Season 5 of AMI-tv's "Postcards from..." with the show’s new host, Author & Artist Christa Couture. Christa discusses her travels to various parts of Canada, the challenges of travelling with a prosthetic, and the joy of exploring new places with all 5 senses. Highlights:Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Christa Couture – Writer, Musician, Broadcaster (01:19)About AMI-tv’s “Postcards From…” (03:23)Season 5 Travel Locations (04:37)Drumheller, the Dinosaur Capital of North America

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00:28:57

Cooking Without Looking: Tips for the Blind Chef

The Pulse ·

2024/05/11

Joeita discusses tips and tricks for blind home cooks with Renee Rentmeester, executive producer of the "Cooking Without Looking" TV show and podcast. She shares safety tips as well as accessible tricks of the trade.HighlightsCooking & Blindness - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Renee Rentmeester of “Cooking Without Looking” TV Show and Podcast (01:10)About “Cooking Without Looking” (02:29)More on the Blind Hosts of the Show (03:47)Where to Find “Cooking Without Looking” (04:38)Typical Episode

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00:30:18

Unshrinking: Facing Fatphobia - Kate Manne

The Pulse ·

2024/05/04

Joeita speaks with Kate Mann, Associate Professor Cornell University's Sage School of Philosophy & author of "Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia," which draws on personal experience & rigorous research to expose how size discrimination harms everyone, and how to combat it. HighlightsThe Insidiousness of Fatphobia - Opening Remarks (00:00)Society’s Fixation on Weight & the “Ideal Body” (01:07)Introducing Kate Manne, Author of “Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia” (01:59)Philosophical Interest in

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00:30:31

Addressing Period Poverty

The Pulse ·

2024/04/27

Joeita speaks to Danielle Kaftarian, Executive Director of the Period Purse, about menstrual equity and what needs to change to ensure that all people who menstruate have access to period products. HighlightsPeriod Poverty & Menstrual Equity - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Danielle Kaftarian, Executive Director of the Period Purse (01:22)Importance of Discussing Menstrual Equity & Period Poverty (01:40)Stigma & Lack of Political Will (02:08)Why Don’t People Want to Talk About Periods

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00:28:41

Financial Planning for Children with Disabilities

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2024/04/20

Joeita speaks to financial advisor Ron Malis about estate planning and financial management for a child with a disability. HighlightsFinancial Planning for a Child with a Disability - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Ron Malis, Financial Advisor & Founder of Reegan Financials (01:08)Getting Started Working with People with Disabilities (02:08)When Do Parents Typically Start Planning for their Child’s Future (3:41)Specific Considerations for Parents of a Child with a Disability (06:38)Impacts of

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00:32:19

Long-Term Disability Claims Explained

The Pulse ·

2024/04/13

Joeita speaks disability lawyer Sivan Tumarkin of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP about long-term disability claims and how to apply for them.HighlightsThe Ins and Outs of Long-Term Disability Claims – Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Sivan Tumarkin, disability lawyer and the National Co-Managing Partner of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP (01:14)What is Long-Term Disability and Who is Eligible? (02:14)Differences Between Personal Injury Claims, Workers’ Compensation & Long-Term Disability Claims (03:45)LTD Claims

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00:27:04

Mental Health, Lawyers & the Law

The Pulse ·

2024/04/06

Joeita speaks with Beth Beattie and Carole Dagher about their new book “The Right Not to Remain Silent: The Truth About Mental Health in the Legal Profession” which discusses mental health and well-being amongst legal professionals. HighlightsMental Health Within the Legal Profession – Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Beth Beattie & Carole Dagher (01:29)“The Right Not to Remain Silent: The Truth About Mental Health in the Legal Profession” (03:12)Importance of Mental Health Amongst Legal

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00:24:21

Disability, Health & Equality

The Pulse ·

2024/03/30

Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Health Equity00:52 Barriers Faced by People with Disabilities06:07 The Canada Excellence Research Chair in Health Equity07:30 Addressing Health Inequities Highlighted by COVID-1909:39 Tackling Health Equity in the Canadian Healthcare System11:02 Understanding Sustainable Community Well-being15:29 Taking a Critical Disability Lens in Healthcare16:28 The Right to Health and Affirmation of People with Disabilities22:19 Conclusion and Future ConversationsAbout The PulseOn

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00:28:03

Blindness & Poetry

The Pulse ·

2024/03/23

Joeita speaks with Dominic Roberts, author of a new book of poetry "Blinded by the Write: Poems from a Twisted Mind" in which he discusses his vision loss journey.Highlights:The Emotional Landscape of Blindness - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introduction – The Pulse Home Studio (01:14)Introducing Dominic Roberts, Poet and Author of “Blinded by the Write: Poems from a Twisted Mind” (4:22)Writing Process (06:30)Fantasy Side (6:58)Making Peace with Vision Loss through Poetry (08:04)“Eyes Tell Lies”

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00:24:27

Disability & Intimacy

The Pulse ·

2024/02/24

Joeita speaks to Carli Friedman of the University of Washington about disability and intimacy. Highlights:The Value of Intimate Relationships - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Carli Friedman, Director of research for the Council on Quality and Leadership (01:09)Studying Disability & Intimacy (02:17)Defining Intimacy (03:26)Benefits of Having Intimate Relationships (04:01)Barriers to Close Relationships (05:30)Impact of Housing Situation (06:11)Access to Privacy (07:39)Stigma Around Inter-Abled

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00:27:47

The Country of the Blind – Andrew Leland

The Pulse ·

2024/02/17

Joeita speaks to Andrew Leland about his book "The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight"Highlights:“What is Blindness?” - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Andrew Leland, Author of “The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight” (01:14)About H.G. Wells’ “The Country of the Blind” Short Story (01:57)Memoir Writing Process (04:12)Curiosity in Exploring Vision Loss (06:30)Balancing Intellectualizing Blindness & the Emotional Reality of Blind People (09:30)Deciding Where to Draw

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00:28:51

Disability & Emergency Preparedness

The Pulse ·

2024/02/10

Joeita discusses emergency preparedness for people with disabilities with Kaitlynne Lowe, Policy Researcher at MacEachen Institute for Public Policy at Dalhousie University. From Emergency Supply Kits and Vulnerable Person’s Registries to accessibility barriers in transportation and housing, people with disabilities are often especially vulnerable during a crisis, disaster, or emergency.Highlights:“Vulnerable in an Emergency Situation” - Opening Clip (00:00)Disability & Emergency Preparedness -

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00:32:24

Accessible Fashion, Part 3: Fashion as a Social Good

The Pulse ·

2024/02/03

In the third of three episodes on Accessible Fashion, Joeita speaks to Alexa Jonovavic, founder of Aille Design, a brand featuring clothing with Braille beadwork. Alexa dives into her collaborative process with members of the blind and partially sighted community. Plus, a fascinating exploration of the relationship blind women have with colour. Highlights:“So Much More Than Clothing” - Opening Clip (00:00)“Accessible Fashion as a Social Good” - Opening Remarks (00:28)Introducing Alexa Jovanovic of

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00:27:38

Accessible Fashion, Part 2: Fashion as Self-Expression

The Pulse ·

2024/01/27

In the second of three episodes on Accessible Fashion, Joeita speaks to Wendy Wong, founder of June Adaptive on her creative choice and journey. Wendy discusses the practicalities of getting her business off the ground, including obtaining feedback from People with Disabilities. Highlights:“Adaptive Clothing for People of All Abilities” – Opening Clip (00:00)“You Are What You Wear” - Opening Remarks (04:46)Introducing Wendy Wong, Creator of June Adaptive (01:52)Inspiration from Aunt June

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00:24:26

Accessible Fashion, Part 1: Fashion as Function

The Pulse ·

2024/01/20

In the first of three episodes on Accessible Fashion, Joeita speaks to Izzy Camilleri, the founder of IZ Adaptive, a clothing brand that provides accessible fashions for people with disabilities. We discuss her foray into inclusive fashion and design at a time when no one was talking about it. She discusses how her desire to create clothes that are functional, as well as beautiful, changed the course of her life while conferring dignity to people with disabilities.Highlights:Opening Clip – Izzy on

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