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iLA Podcast ChannelFrom our eyes to our ears - The stories of art (Part 2)In the second part of our podcast conversation with Sarah Empey, and Jacqui O'Leary from Community Matters Media, we delve deeper into the morals and ethics of diversifying communication styles including providing audio descriptions to support the understanding and interpretation of art for people with low vision and others who prefer this medium. Make sure you listen to the end where a live demonstration of art describing, gives listeners an in-depth behind-the-scenes' insight into the process of art describing. 2025-02-2836 min
Community Matters MediaFrom our Eyes to our Ears - the Stories of Art (Pt 2/2)An AT Chat and Community Matters Media Collaboration (Pt 2/2)As we join Sarah Empey and Jacqui O'Leary on the second part of this podcast conversation about art, audio description, assistive technology and accessibility, we continue with the meaningful discussion on advocacy, morals and ethics, diversifying communication styles and understanding and interpreting art. Painting our stories through audio description. At the end of this episode, we have a special live demonstration of art describing, to give the listeners an in-depth behind-the-scenes' insight into the process of art describing. We are connecting with AT Chat b...2025-02-2736 minCommunity Matters MediaFrom our Eyes to our Ears - the Stories of Art (Pt 1/2)An AT Chat and Community Matters Media Collaboration (Pt 1/2)Through the following podcast: ‘From our Eyes to our Ears - the Stories of Art’ we explore the story-telling process with legally blind Art Describer Sarah Empey, as she sheds light on her personal experience. Through this episode, we aim to educate the audience about the impact of assistive technology on accessibility, art interpretation, and inclusivity. We are connecting with AT Chat by focusing on the power of storytelling within the disability community, whilst highlighting the connection with peers, and how sharing assistive technology exper...2025-02-2129 min
iLA Podcast ChannelFrom our eyes to our ears - The Stories of art (Part 1)Discover how assistive technology (AT) is transforming art experiences in Part One of our digital storytelling series. Join Jacqui O’Leary (Community Matters Media) as she interviews Sarah Empey, a legally blind accessible design consultant, who uses audio descriptions to make art accessible to the blind and low-vision community. Tune in for innovative ways to experience art, the power of storytelling, and the vital role of AT in fostering creativity and inclusivity. 2025-02-2129 min
The Future-Ready AdvisorEpisode 8: The Future of Finance: Women, Wealth and Wisdom with Sarah Kolla-EmpeyAre you ready to transform your financial perspective? With Sarah Kolla-Empey, a financial planner and wealth advisor, we journey into the world of holistic financial advice. Sarah's commitment to comprehensive financial planning has helped her clients thrive, and she's here to share her insights with you too. From her beginnings in an accounting firm to her specialized practice, Sarah's journey is a reflection to the power of understanding your clients' long-term goals and short-term concerns. We delve into the nuances of making sound financial decisions, from investments to insurance, and estate planning.One of the critical areas w...2023-11-2834 min
The Future-Ready AdvisorNavigating the Succession Planning Maze with Sarah Kolla-EmpeyEver wondered how a seasoned financial planner brings tax and accounting expertise to the table? Join an interesting conversation with Sarah Kolla-Empey, who grew up discussing wealth management over dinner! This episode gives you an insider's view of how she passionately crafts client-centric plans that empower informed decisions about investments, insurance, estate plans, and more.In the realm of tax planning and its pivotal role in wealth management, Sarah offers valuable insights. She stresses the importance of family involvement during client onboarding, the distinct needs of mature and younger female clients, and how women advisors can provide...2023-11-1434 min
The UTV PodcastView From Stormont: How would an Irish Unity referendum work?A special report from Eden Wilson. She examines modern life south of the border. She hears how society has been changing. We ask if the Republic is a place to which some Unionists could give allegiance.As demands grow for a border poll, we examine how that might all work with the DUP Peer Lord Weir, former Ulster Unionist leader Lord Empey and Former SDLP Leader Mark Durkan.Analysing all of the issues involed will be our Political Editor Tracey Magee, University of Liverpool Professor Peter Shirlow, Allison Morris from the Belfast Telegraph, commentator Sarah Crieghton...2023-06-0645 minThe UTV PodcastView From Stormont: A week in Washington DCThe St Patrick's celebrations are well underway in the US and many of our political leaders are there. Tracey Magee has the very latest from Washington.As we wait to hear if the DUP will sign up to the Windsor Framework, we're joined by two of the major architects of the Good Friday Agreement, former deputy First Minister Mark Durkan and Lord Empey.Sarah Clarke has an exclusive sit down interview with Northern Ireland's top female Prosecutor. Marianne O'Kane tells her that prosecuting domestic abuse offenders is a top priority.And our commentators are...2023-03-1445 min
The Tax Chick PodcastWhat is a holistic wealth advisor and why do you need one?Have you ever heard of the concept of "holistic" wealth planning? My guest today, Sarah Kolla-Empey, is a wealth advisor (and fellow Tax Chick) who believes this is the best way to approach your financial plan. Each of us deserves to have a financial advisor in our corner who will educate us and support us throughout the journey of life. After all, financial planning is about more than just funding retirement or controlling cash flow - it is also about building the life you want for yourself right now! In this episode of the podcast, we tackle: (1) Why working with...2022-07-1435 min
It Takes a Village: An ABA PodcastEpisode 1 - Interview with Sarah EmpeyOn this episode, Sheila interviews Sarah Empey, a program supervisor for Kadiant, who is passionate about early intervention therapy. We'll definitely be having Sarah on again so we can dive deeper into all that she knows on the subject. If you or someone you know would like to be on our podcast, please email us at info@kadiant.com.2020-06-0522 min