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The Blindly Wheeling Podcast

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast Stories, insights and the road to inclusive tourism, one episode at a time. Hosted by Paul Ralph, a wheelchair using traveller, storyteller and founder of Disabled Access Day, The Blindly Wheeling Podcast brings you tales from his life and adventures, together with excerpts from Paul’s new books. In each episode you will hear passages from Access All Areas – Inclusive Tourism in Practice and from his second volume Access All Events – Accessible Gathering in Practice, and

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Reviews and Ratings or maybe both? - Episode 37

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/11/08

As someone who wheels through towns, museums, cafés and festivals, I have learned that the little details often make the biggest difference. A smooth ramp, a low counter, a staff member who greets you with a genuine smile and these are the moments that turn a visit from merely tolerable to truly welcoming.Yet when we look at most booking sites we are met with rows of stars, a tidy numeric shorthand that promises to tell us everything we need to know. In my experience, those stars are useful for a

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Living with Disability? - Episode 36

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/11/04

When I first heard the phrase “living with a disability” I imagined a suitcase packed with medical charts, a timetable of appointments and a steady stream of adaptations that I, as an individual, had to manage. The wording feels like a quiet admission that the condition belongs to me, that the obstacle sits inside my body and that I must learn to cope with it. Contrast that with “living with disability”. Suddenly the focus shifts from the person to the world around them. The sentence hints that

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10:22

Technology a double edge for Inclusion - Episode 35

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/11/03

Every year a fresh gadget arrives on the market with a headline that reads something like “the future is now”. Touch screens, voice assistants, biometric scanners – all of them are sold as answers to the problem of friction. The idea is appealing: a single surface that can do everything, a single voice that can command everything, a single card that can pay everywhere. In theory the world becomes smoother, faster, more elegant. But the reality is that most of these inventions are created without a

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Access all events - The AudioBook - Episode 34

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/10/30

Hello and welcome to episode thirty‑four of Blindly Wheeling. I’m delighted you’re tuning in because today I’m sharing something a little different – the complete audio version of my latest book Access all events – Accessible gathering in practice.You may have already spotted the book on my website, heard the teaser on social media, or perhaps you’re one of the many readers who have asked when the audio edition will be available. I decided to record the whole work and release it here so that anyone

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Rolling Through Oban - Episode 33

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/10/28

Today I want to share a little journey that taught me how a town that thinks about access can feel like a warm invitation rather than a series of obstacles. The place I’m talking about is Oban, the little jewel on Scotland’s west coast, where the sea meets the hills and the rhythm of daily life is set by the tide, the train and the chatter of the harbour. My adventure began on a crisp morning when I arrived by the single track railway that winds its way across the hills and moors. The line snakes

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Stone Walls, Open Hearts - Episode 32

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/10/21

Welcome, listeners. It’s a pleasure to have you with me today as we wander through time and terrain. Picture yourself stepping through a massive oak door, the scent of ancient stone mingling with fresh meadow air, and finding a place where you can simply sit on the green, gaze over rolling hills and let the stories of centuries drift around you. That is the feeling I want to explore, the surprising truth that some medieval castles, built for cannons and carts, can feel more welcoming than many

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The Great British Adventure - Episode 31

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/10/16

If you’ve ever watched a film about a road‑trip, you’ll recognise the montage of maps, fuel stops and scenic vistas. For most of us those moments are simply a backdrop to the real goal, the beach, the concert, the cosy B&B. For many wheelchair users, however, the journey can be the main plot.

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5:57

Accessibility doesn’t mean aesthetic amnesia -...

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Podcast 30 – Why Accessible Design Doesn’t Have to Be Boring, Grey and GrumpyHello and welcome to episode 30 of the Blindly Wheeling podcast. Now, I don’t know who first decided that “accessible design” meant painting everything hospital beige, sticking up a few plastic grab rails, and hoping nobody complained … but whoever they were, I’d quite like a word. Because here’s the truth: accessibility doesn’t have to be bland, grey, or grumpy. Done well, it can be stylish, joyful, and even

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Know before you go - Episode 29

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/25

Podcast episode number twenty nine: “Know Before You Go”Hello and welcome to episode 29 of the Blindly Wheeling podcast. Today we’re talking about something simple, practical, and often overlooked. The idea of knowing before you go. Now, if you’ve ever planned a trip to somewhere new, you’ll know that flutter of excitement mixed with just a pinch of uncertainty. Where shall we park? Will the café still be serving cake by the time we arrive? Soup or sandwich? But for many disabled people, the

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A Wee Dram, A Big Welcome - Episode 28

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/23

Episode 28 - A Wee Dram, A Big Welcome Today we’re diving into something a little unexpected, but I promise it’s close to all our hearts. Or should I say … close to our bladders? Yes, today’s theme is about how doing the unexpected as we talk toilets and tours and how they can transform a visitor experience into something truly welcoming. Let me paint you a picture. You’re nestled in the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Heather on the hills, the crisp scent of malted barley in the air

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Rolling through time - Episode 27

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/18

Episode 27: Rolling Through TimeWelcome to Blindly Wheeling, the podcast where a set of wheels can take you just about anywhere and even back in time. Today we’re off on a whirlwind tour of ten of the UK’s most accessible historic spots. Think castles with stories in every stone, countryside walks with views to spare, Roman baths that are still making a splash, Belfast streets buzzing with history, plus museums, trams, crown jewels and even a few Vikings thrown in for good measure. So buckle up, or

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Streets connect my world - Episode 26

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Episode 26: Streets Connect My World Welcome to Blindly Wheeling, the podcast where lived experience meets everyday journeys. In this episode, we’re heading out onto the streets. Those very paths that connect disabled people to work, to shops, to friends, and to the wider community. Streets aren’t just tarmac and kerbs. They’re lifelines. They can be welcoming, safe, and full of possibility. Or they can be barriers that cut us off. Join me as I share stories of the pavements and crossings that have

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Episode 25 - The Book Journey

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/12

I never really set out to write a book. At least, not in the traditional sense. There was no moment of thunderbolt inspiration, no quiet study piled high with manuscripts, and certainly no grand plan to see my name sitting proudly on an Amazon listing. What I did have was years of lived experience and stories gathered from rolling into distilleries, exploring historic castles, navigating visitor centres, theatres, ferries, cafés, and every place in between. I had moments of delight when things

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Episode 24 - Access All Areas - Inclusive tourism in...

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/11

In this special episode, I’m sharing an audio version of my book "Access All Areas: Inclusive Tourism in Practice". For a brief period I have decided to make an audio version of my new accessibility and inclusion book - "Access all areas: Inclusive tourism in practice" freely available via a podcast. My recording attempt, no frills and recorded using AAC with my captured voice - just speaking, is around two hours in length and takes you through all 23 book chapters with everything from first

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Episode 23 - Reflection and learning

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Welcome to Blindly Wheeling and Access All Areas: Inclusive Tourism in Practice, the podcast where we swap polished brochures for real-life stories, useful tips, and maybe a few laughs along the way. I’m Paul Ralph, founder of Blindly Wheeling, a wheelchair-using traveller with a love of good cake and even better access. Today we’re looking back, not just at the stories, but at the thread that runs through all of them.

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Episode 21 - Recruiting inclusion within your team

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Welcome to Blindly Wheeling and Access All Areas: Inclusive Tourism in Practice, the podcast where we swap polished brochures for real-life stories, useful tips, and maybe a few laughs along the way. I’m Paul Ralph, founder of Blindly Wheeling, a wheelchair-using traveller with a love of good cake and even better access. Today’s episode is about making sure inclusion isn’t just for visitors as it’s in your team too.

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Episode 20 - After the visit and saying goodbye

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/05

Welcome to Blindly Wheeling and Access All Areas: Inclusive Tourism in Practice, the podcast where we swap polished brochures for real-life stories, useful tips, and maybe a few laughs along the way. I’m Paul Ralph, founder of Blindly Wheeling, a wheelchair-using traveller with a love of good cake and even better access. Today we’re talking about something many venues forget and that is what happens after the visit.

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Episode 19 - Opening your digital doors

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/04

Welcome to Blindly Wheeling and Access All Areas: Inclusive Tourism in Practice, the podcast where we swap polished brochures for real-life stories, useful tips, and maybe a few laughs along the way. I’m Paul Ralph, founder of Blindly Wheeling, a wheelchair-using traveller with a love of good cake and even better access. Today we’re talking about the very first doorway most people encounter and that's your website.

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Episode 18 - Marketing that includes

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Welcome to Blindly Wheeling and Access All Areas: Inclusive Tourism in Practice, the podcast where we swap polished brochures for real-life stories, useful tips, and maybe a few laughs along the way. I’m Paul Ralph, founder of Blindly Wheeling, a wheelchair-using traveller with a love of good cake and even better access. Today we’re talking about your first impression, your marketing, and whether it says, ‘You belong here.’

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Episode 17 - Designing for dignity

The Blindly Wheeling Podcast ·

2025/09/02

Welcome to Blindly Wheeling and Access All Areas: Inclusive Tourism in Practice, the podcast where we swap polished brochures for real-life stories, useful tips, and maybe a few laughs along the way. I’m Paul Ralph, founder of Blindly Wheeling, a wheelchair-using traveller with a love of good cake and even better access. Today’s episode is about spaces that just feel right because someone thought about you before you arrived.

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