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Life through a prism
rob tierney
98 episodes
2 days ago
Hello my name is Rob thanks for taking the time to find me and to listen to the podcast. I am from Australia 55 years old gay and disabled I live in a place called Launceston in a state called Tasmania. In this podcast we take a cup of disability news, a cup of lgbtqia+ a dash of pop culture, technology and shake it all together and see how it comes out of the oven. I hope your time we spend together is a sharing and learning experience for us both. Lets have a conversation. If you want to reach out at lifethroughaprism@gmail.com the podcast is also on Apple ,YouTube.
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Hello my name is Rob thanks for taking the time to find me and to listen to the podcast. I am from Australia 55 years old gay and disabled I live in a place called Launceston in a state called Tasmania. In this podcast we take a cup of disability news, a cup of lgbtqia+ a dash of pop culture, technology and shake it all together and see how it comes out of the oven. I hope your time we spend together is a sharing and learning experience for us both. Lets have a conversation. If you want to reach out at lifethroughaprism@gmail.com the podcast is also on Apple ,YouTube.
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Life through a prism
Episode 103- What The.... AI and a chip packet

In this episode we ask the question what does AI and a chip packet have in common

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2025/10/is-ai-moving-faster-than-its-safety-net

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2025/10/schools-ai-system-mistakes-a-bag-of-chips-for-a-gun?

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well

In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches if you do like thepodcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there.  I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future.

Till next time take care and bye for now.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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2 days ago
10 minutes 18 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 102-Transgender and gender diverse students supported by schools after "Women Speak" claims after

This episodes article comes from qnews.com.au and it’s about my home state Tasmania the article is entitled: Tasmanian schools defend transgender students against ‘Women Speak’ claims written by Dean Arcuri dated 3rd November 2025.

https://qnews.com.au/tasmanian-schools-defend-transgender-students-against-women-speak-claims/?


I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there.

I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

You tube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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1 week ago
8 minutes 6 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 101-Disability-Dodgy Footpath's

In this episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled :Cash-strapped councils let footpaths fall into disrepair, creating accessibility problems for people with disability written by Claudia Forsberg dated 24 October 2025.


https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10-24/disability-advocates-say-council-footpaths-are-a-big-concern/105915296?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future.

Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

You tube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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2 weeks ago
6 minutes 25 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 100 - Merran Thurley and Tony with a Y

In todays episode we are going to hear from Merran Thurley and her continuing journey of 50+ years with guide dogs

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3 weeks ago
15 minutes 22 seconds

Life through a prism
100 Episodes a thank you from me to you

A brief message thanking you all on reaching 100 episodes

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3 weeks ago
34 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 99-Disability- Inaccessible entrance to Federal Health Ministers office

In this episode we will take a look at an article from nine.com.au entitled Health Minister Mark Butler under fire over disability access written by Samantha Maiden dated 21st October 2025.

https://www.news.com.au/national/health-minister-mark-butler-under-fire-over-disability-access/news-story/4d483e447f926282422158af522d7587

In 2024 i did an episode called curb cut and inaccessible buildings here is the link if you would like to listen on this subject

https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/1QghyYyuXXb

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the freecontent I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTubethey have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help toget the podcast out there.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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1 month ago
7 minutes 39 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 98- Tasmania launches trans and gender diverse campaign to reduce stigma

In todays episode we will take a look at an article regarding a new campaign to combat stigma in the trans and gender diverse community. https://youtu.be/rl2IDQmP9eo

https://qnews.com.au/tasmania-launches-trans-and-gender-diverse-campaign-to-reduce-stigma/?

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

You tube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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1 month ago
6 minutes 11 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 97- Finding my freedom through queer music

In this episode we are going to take a look at one persons journey finding their freedom in queer music the article is from qnews.com.au entitled Queer music is more than sound, it’s strength, it’s safety

https://qnews.com.au/queer-music-is-more-than-sound-its-strength-its-safety/

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

 


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1 month ago
6 minutes 55 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 96- Tasmania one step closer to strengthening hate crime legislation

In this episode we are going to take a look at an article about the place that I call home the article is from qnews.com.au entitled Tasmanian Lower House unanimously pass new hate crime legislation.  Written by Dean Acuri dated 11th September 2025

https://qnews.com.au/tasmanian-lower-house-unanimously-pass-new-hate-crime-legislation/?

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Tillnext time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

You tube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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1 month ago
9 minutes 6 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 95- Gaming and Disability building connections

In this episode we will take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled How video games and adaptive technology are helping people with disability build connections written by Sarah Richads

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-01/accessible-video-games-connection-disabilities/105713080

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listenerengagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there.  I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future.

Tillnext time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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1 month ago
6 minutes 40 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 94- Disability- Should I have to prove my disability is not a scam

In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from the observer uk website entitled -No one should have to prove their disability is not a scam.

https://observer.co.uk/news/columnists/article/no-one-should-have-to-prove-their-disability-is-not-a-scamI would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well. In regards to YouTubethey have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there.  I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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2 months ago
6 minutes 51 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 93-Bisexuality-Former AFL star Mitch Brown talks about his coming out as Bisexual

In this episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au entitled Mitch Brown laments AFL clubs, players' lack of support for queer community.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-11/mitch-brown-message-to-next-queer-afl-player/105759044?

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they havechanged the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get thepodcast out there.  I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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2 months ago
6 minutes 38 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 92-Intersex -Australian peak medical body calls to end intersex medical intervention.

In this episode we will take a look at an article from qnews.com.au entitled - Aus peak medical body calls to end intersex medical intervention https://qnews.com.au/aus-peak-medical-body-calls-to-end-intersex-medical-intervention/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMLm5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHo6uB08JYZCYLsProoIfXgwSp9sZTN-dxUOkObGVfs5CKeA0KboSQn-vdyAT_aem_1PCSmzhMKMoYvMqD7DTLGw

Youtube video- Intersexion- Boy or Girl

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czbQRjdGvYQ

Life through a prism is also on apple and YouTube

Apple:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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2 months ago
6 minutes 23 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 91-Australian Trans and Gender diverse persons one step closer to gender affirming surgeries through Medicare

In this episode we take a look at an article regarding A federal government committee has acknowledged the“ unmet need” for improved access to gender-affirming surgeries, as it considers a landmark proposal to fund them on Medicare.

https://qnews.com.au/medicare-funding-for-gender-affirming-surgery-denied/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMGTGVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHnZ2_Wb8SyMJhHU5vvHAEGDzXFvaeXPLpHjNiAiYnA21dLhwPtqJwZF8VP0f_aem_ObuPDOS8GCrzHoElSzWACw

Before I finish today’s episode I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube aswell In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

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2 months ago
5 minutes 16 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 90 - Gaming- Are the credit card companies denying or deflecting amidst censorship battle continued

In this episode we are going to look at another article in the ongoing censorship battle in the videogame industry. The article comes from thatparkplace.com by Marvin Montenaro dated August 1st 2025.

https://thatparkplace.com/visa-and-mastercard-deny-direct-involvement-in-gaming-censorship-amid-mass-backlash/

I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well.

In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you todo that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. Also, now the podcast has a webpage and the links to all these will be in the show notes.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

Webpage

https://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/

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3 months ago
10 minutes 55 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 89- Disability- Medical model versus the Social Model

In this episode we are going to take a look at an article from abc.net.au in regards to in ways of reframing what disability is.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-08/social-medical-models-disability-accessibility-inclusion/105494462?fbclid=IwY2xjawMCa09leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHuU25eGy-dhlkQjvhilURg862h83kA1XgF7bl2PMly1kTP0Xsn9ty3CtP4oK_aem_Q8PbZg_Wndgl3az8wHpIQw


I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast isnot only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. Also, now the podcast has a webpage and the links to all these will be in the show notes.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and ithelps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

Webpage

https://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/

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3 months ago
11 minutes 46 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 88 Gaming and Pop culture- Would your credit card provider stop you from buying a video game maybe

In this episode we are going to look at something a bit different, in the 21st century would you think that a credit card company would disallow you to purchase a game you wanted to buy if they so choose well it’s a reality.

https://thatparkplace.com/visa-and-mastercard-are-reportedly-censoring-video-games-alongside-australian-activist-group-collective-shout/

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

Webpage

https://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/




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3 months ago
11 minutes 24 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 87-Disabliity-Australians over 45 being left behind in much needed supports

In this episode we take a look at article from the website disability support guide .com.au entitled

Older Australians with disability missing out on key healthsupports, new survey finds

https://www.disabilitysupportguide.com.au/talking-disability/older-australians-with-disability-missing-out-on-key-health-supports-new-survey-finds?

Apple:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

Webpage

https://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/

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3 months ago
8 minutes 19 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 86- Merran Thurley's 50+ years continuing journey with guide dogs.

In this episode Merran Thurley returns to talk about her third guide dog Shannon. I would just like to ask if you have enjoyed this podcast and enjoy the free content I create could you please give a like and consider subscribing. The podcast is not only on Spotify, but apple, YouTube as well .

In regards to YouTube they have changed the algorithm that if there is not listener engagement i.e. Likes or subscribe the podcast is less likely to turn up in searches not asking you to do that but if you do like the podcast I would appreciate any help to get the podcast out there. Also, now the podcast has a webpage and the links to all these will be in the show notes.

 I enjoy creating this content for you and it helps me be motivated to continue to make great content in the future. Till next time take care and bye for now.

Apple

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-through-a-prism/id1814513182

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCKHZDNxdPY79H7MxggJ0A

Webpage

https://life-through-a-prism.podcastpage.io/

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3 months ago
15 minutes 24 seconds

Life through a prism
Episode 85- An article entitled Tasmanian Refugee Legal Service reports rising number of LGBTQIA+ clients who 'fear for their life' if returned home-abc.net.au

In todays episode we take a look at an article from abc.net.au where we meet Sam (not real name) and the plight of lgbtqia+ refugees . The article is entitled :Tasmanian Refugee Legal Service reports rising number of LGBTQIA+ clients who 'fear for their life' if returned homehttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-05/lgbtqia-visas-help-refugees-fearing-persecution-overseas/105435778?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=abc_regloc_queer_sfmc_20250716&utm_term=&utm_id=2593694&sfmc_id=90737581


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4 months ago
7 minutes 13 seconds

Life through a prism
Hello my name is Rob thanks for taking the time to find me and to listen to the podcast. I am from Australia 55 years old gay and disabled I live in a place called Launceston in a state called Tasmania. In this podcast we take a cup of disability news, a cup of lgbtqia+ a dash of pop culture, technology and shake it all together and see how it comes out of the oven. I hope your time we spend together is a sharing and learning experience for us both. Lets have a conversation. If you want to reach out at lifethroughaprism@gmail.com the podcast is also on Apple ,YouTube.