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Hosted by resident blind girl Clara Johansen, this podcast discusses all things blindness. From first meetings to things blind people are ashamed of, this show is a place for blind people to relate, and for sighted people to learn a little more about the world of disability. If you have questions you want to ask me or things you want to know, send me a message on instagram or leave a review for the podcast with your question/comment and it could be answered on the show!Instagram: @clara_r_johansen

Clara Johansen


    • Mar 28, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 33m AVG DURATION
    • 12 EPISODES


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    Stereotypes About Blind People

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 19:43


    What are the 3 main stereotypes blind people deal with the most? Find out in this episode as well as some of my experiences with each of them. 

    What Is The Summer Work Experience Program? (Featuring: Olivia Spohn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 42:34


    You've been waiting, so here's part 2! In this episode, Olivia and I discuss the Summer Work Experience Program that we both did when we were 16, how we felt about it, and if we think that there's ways it could be improved. Big thank you to Olivia for sharing her thoughts on this program! 

    What Is A Camp For The Blind? (Featuring: Olivia Spohn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2022 31:47


    Have you ever wondered what a blind person's experience at camp would be like? Here's your chance to find out! In this episode, I talk with my good friend, Olivia Spohn, about how we felt when we went to a camp that was specifically designed for blind people. Stay tuned for part 2 coming in the next couple of weeks!

    Questions You're Too Afraid To Ask Blind People (How Do Blind People Present Themselves?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 15:39


    How do blind people present themselves to the world? is it something we even think about when we get up and get dressed in the morning? that's what this episode is all about! take a few minutes to listen and check your own bias if you're a sighted person. 1:07: Do you wish more people knew you were blind when they met you? 5:06: Do people treat you differently than they would treat a sighted person? 7:44: Do you feel pressured to present your blindness in a certain way? 

    Questions You're Too Afraid To Ask A Blind Person: Funny Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022 28:02


    Fellow Blindees, have you ever been asked a question and wanted to just burst out laughing because of how ridiculous it was? That's what this episode is all about. For my sighted friends, there are questions that are absolutely hilarious to blind people. Learn what they are and why we think they are ridiculous inn this episode of blindspot!0:54: How do you "do school"?6:25: Were you born like that?9:03: Do you have a normal life?11:57: Dreams? 14:44: Do you fall over a lot?17:41: How many fingers am I holding up?20:39: Do you smell people? 23:46: Do you ever worry that you've done a bad job brushing your hair?

    Questions You're Too Afraid To Ask Blind People (How Independent Are Blind People?)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 19:46


    Ever wondered whether a blind person needs your help or not? This is the episode for you to listen to! In this episode of Questions You're Too Afraid To Ask Blind People, we're covering the topic of blindness and independence. There's lots of good info packed into a shorter episode today so hope you enjoy!1:05 Do you see yourself as unable to be independent?4:04 Is offering excessive help looking down on someone's ability?8:57 Do you think you're too dependent on other people? 13:33 How to balance assisting blind people with respecting their boundaries? 

    Questions You're Too Afraid To Ask A Blind Person

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 25:49


    Ever wondered why blind people wear sunglasses? Or if blind people use their blindness to game the system? Have you debated whether it's ok to say something like “oh my god I'm so blind” in front of a blind person? Then you may want to listen to this episode. This is the start of a new series where I answer questions you're too afraid to ask about blindness/blind people. If you have questions you'd like me to answer, put them in a review below and they could be answered in a future episode of the series!

    Blind People's Shame (Part 2) (Featuring Olivia Spohn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 67:12


    Calling all teachers and bosses!!! This is an extra important listen for youThis is the second part of my conversation with my friend Olivia on the things that make blind people feel bad about themselves. This episode is long but it is worth a listen if you a person who holds any kind of authority (teachers, managers, etc). We get deep into the feels on this one, but it worth your while to listen to the whole thing. 4:25: Olivia's first teacher story6:52 Clara's teacher story16:16 Olivia's second teacher story23:15 Clara's work story49:23 Blind Shame Spirals

    Blind People's Shame (Part 1) (Featuring Olivia Spohn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 55:13


    Part 1 of a two part episode conversation with fellow blind girl, Olivia, we discuss all of the things that make blind people feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, and awkward. (Plus a few tangents about movies and driving)

    Blind Tools/Hacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 34:07


    This episode is all about blind people's tips and tricks for living an easier life. Covering everything from how we buy clothes to how we pour drinks to what a monocular is, this episode is great for people who want to know the secret hacks for how to live your life as a blind person. 

    Blind People's Pet Peeves

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 43:59


    In this episode, we discuss the things that annoy blind people. From sound sensitivity to guide dog issues, learn about the things that frustrate blind people,why they are so annoying, and some solutions to make them feel more comfortable. 

    Blind People's "Superpowers"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 24:02


    In this episode, we will cover all of things that blind people do that sighted people think are cool. From perfect pitch to analyzing voices, this episode shows just why blind people are so amazing

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