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Blindsight

Blindsight

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 Blindsight explores life through a unique lens, delving into the lived experiences of people navigating blindness, mental health, relationships, and personal growth. Hosted by Bill Lundgren, with Jonathan Price as co-host, the podcast brings insightful discussions on topics that often go unseen. Each episode dives into challenges and triumphs, providing listeners with perspectives on resilience, vulnerability, and authenticity. With expert guests and real-life stories, Blindsight offers a safe space to discuss everything from family dynamics to navigating mental health, making it a must-listen for those seeking understanding and empowerment on the journey of life without sight. This service is made possible by generous donations. Consider supporting us at www.aftersight.org to help keep these resources free. Aftersight also provides free white canes, support groups, and more, all thanks to contributions from our community.2022 人間関係 代替医療・補完医療 個人的成功 心理学 心理学・心の健康 社会科学 自己啓発 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • Fireworks in Your Eyeballs (Some Assembly Required)

    Fireworks in Your Eyeballs (Some Assembly Required)
    2025/10/14
    Bill Lundgren interviews Lily Turkstra, a PhD researcher at UC Santa Barbara, on the realities of visual prostheses. They unpack who qualifies, what “seeing” with phosphenes is like, how training works, and why expectation-setting and mental health support are critical. Takeaways: current implants provide rudimentary perception, not natural vision; outcomes vary; support systems and rehab matter; independence gains are possible but individualized; clinicians and families must align on expectations.

    Contact Info
    Guest resources: bionic-vision.org (lab hub), bionicvision.org (lab site)
    Aftersight: (720) 712-8856 • feedback@aftersight.org
    • aftersight.org
    Producer: Jonathan Price • jonathan@aftersight.org

    Show Credits
    Host: Bill Lundgren
    Guest: Lily, PhD researcher, UCSB (Bionic Vision)
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Editor/Mix: Aftersight Audio Team
    A production of Aftersight

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Why prosthetics in blindness matters
    01:10 — Guest intro: Lily’s path to bionic vision
    02:22 — From auditory perception to NASA to face blindness
    03:40 — Who qualifies for visual implants
    05:05 — Argus II and early devices
    07:06 — What users actually “see”: phosphenes
    08:20 — Learning a new visual language
    09:30 — Daily-life integration vs lab outcomes
    10:45 — Setting expectations for users and families
    12:05 — Trade-offs: adaptation vs frustration
    14:10 — What recognition is possible today
    15:30 — Rehab and training workflows
    16:37 — Practical home practice examples
    18:10 — Community, altruism, and trial motivation
    19:45 — Device limits vs “personal failure”
    21:23 — External pressure and mental health
    22:40 — “Change your life” claims, defined
    23:51 — Independence as the real metric
    25:10 — Measuring success outside the lab
    27:10 — Family dynamics and letting go
    30:01 — Finding peers and support
    32:18 — Access barriers and consistency of care
    34:25 — Integrating the device back into life
    36:30 — Therapy and anxiety considerations
    38:48 — Pre-implant psychological screening
    41:18 — Whole-person fit and timing
    43:40 — Research vs user expectations gap
    46:01 — Co-design with users
    48:23 — Why structured support groups would help
    49:01 — Where to find trials and teams
    51:28 — Resource sharing for the public
    53:51 — Summary: useful, not universal; mindset matters
    56:18 — Closing and resources recap
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    58 分
  • Blindsight — Phoenix: Ashley’s Rise After Darkness

    Blindsight — Phoenix: Ashley’s Rise After Darkness
    2025/10/10
    In this powerful episode of Blindsight, host Bill Lundgren speaks with Ashley, a survivor whose journey through trauma, depression, and blindness has forged a message of resilience and rebirth. Ashley opens up about her early struggles with family instability, mental illness, and a life-changing suicide attempt that left her blind but ultimately set her on a path toward self-discovery and purpose. She discusses the process of rebuilding her life after losing her sight, finding independence at Perkins School for the Blind, and redefining strength through the metaphor of the Phoenix—rising renewed from her own ashes. Ashley and Bill explore themes of mental health, self-foundation, interdependence, and the delicate balance between support and autonomy for people who are blind. This episode is a raw and inspiring reminder that healing begins when we stop hiding from the fire and start walking through it. Contact Information Guest: Ashley — Mental Health Advocate & Public Speaker Organization: Perkins School for the Blind Host: Bill Lundgren Producer: Jonathan Price Podcast Network: Aftersight 📩 For Resources or Questions: contact@aftersight.org ☎️ If You or Someone You Know Is Struggling: Dial 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) 🌐 Learn More: www.aftersight.org Show Credits Host: Bill Lundgren Guest: Ashley Producer: Jonathan Price Audio Production: Aftersight Studios Presented by: Aftersight — Empowering the Blind and Low-Vision Community Chapter Markers 00:00 — Introduction and Content Warning 01:00 — Ashley’s Early Life and Family Struggles 05:00 — Mental Health and Early Depression 07:00 — Trauma, Self-Harm, and Institutional Care 09:00 — The Night of the Attempt 13:00 — Waking Up Blind: A New Beginning 16:00 — Recovery and Perkins School for the Blind 18:00 — Becoming the Phoenix 21:00 — Building a Foundation of Self 25:00 — Learning Independence and Advocacy 30:00 — Accepting Blindness and Teaching Others 39:00 — Mental Health, Balance, and Support Systems 46:00 — Lessons in Interdependence and Resilience 49:00 — Steps Toward Healing and Moving Forward 52:00 — Closing Thoughts and Crisis Resources
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    52 分
  • Pens, Pixels & Possibility: Writing Our Way Beyond Limits: Part 2 with Elyse Draper

    Pens, Pixels & Possibility: Writing Our Way Beyond Limits: Part 2 with Elyse Draper
    2025/08/08
    Bill Lundgren continues his deep-dive with author and publisher Elyse Draper, exploring how writing can serve as catharsis and empowerment for people with disabilities. They unpack the idea that adaptive technology is simply “tools for the job,” spotlight Elyse’s Super Abled children’s-story app and the VI&B Creatives Workshop, and demystify AI as a creative ally. Practical tips on memoir-style journaling, freewriting without self-censorship, and using AI platforms like Gemini round out an encouraging conversation on turning personal challenges into narrative strength.

    Contact Info
    Elyse Draper — Senior Editor, iPub Cloud
    Email: E.Draper@ipubcloud.org
    Publishing House & Store: https://ipubcloud.org
    VI&B Creatives Workshop: https://viandbcreativesworkshop.com
    Super Abled App: https://super_abled.com

    Aftersight — Non-profit media network
    Phone: (720) 712-8856
    Email: feedback@aftersight.org
    Podcasts & resources: https://aftersight.org/podcast
    Producer Credits: Jonathan Price — Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight

    Show Credits
    Host: Bill Lundgren
    Guest: Elyse Draper
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Recording & Post-Production: Aftersight Studios

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 Intro & Part 1 recap
    02:18 “Tools for the job” mindset
    04:44 Launching the Super Abled project
    07:05 First steps for therapeutic writing
    09:26 Introspection through speculative fiction
    11:53 Writing for yourself vs. an audience
    14:21 AI as a creativity partner
    16:29 How to reach Elyse & project links
    18:58 Storytelling, donations, and final takeaways
    20:25 Closing remarks
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    21 分
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