Shows
VisionscopeNora Williams Shares Her Story With King Rocco And Lady AnnaA story of coping with Polio Myelitis from childhood, her grit and determination and her successes in life.
2024-01-081h 25VisionscopeLeol Williams Tells His StoryLeol Williams is blind and was born in Trinidad And Tobago, migrated to The United States and is currently pursuing a career in piano tuning.
2023-09-2545 minVisionscopeDiscussion on Money ManagementThose taking part in the discussion were King Rocco, Asif Khan, Marilyn King and Wilbert Williams. This is an edited version of a programme first aired on UVC radio.
2023-08-0746 minVisionscopeDiscussion on Some Mobility Aides Used by People Who Are BlindThis is an edited version of a discussion held on UVC radio on the programme Tell it like it is. Those taking partn in the programme were Gavin Gopi, King Rocco and Wilbert Williams.
2023-03-201h 03VisionscopeKevorn Ellis Shares His Experiences as a Dog TrainerThose taking part in the discussion were King Rocco, Gavin Gopi, Kellesha Tailor and Wilbert Williams. The program was first aired on UVC radio.
2023-02-201h 12VisionscopeKevorn Ellis Shares His Experiences as a Dog TrainerThose participating in the discussion were King Rocco, Gavin Gopi, Kellesha Tailor and Wilbert Williams. The programme was first aired on UVC radio.
2023-02-201h 12VisionscopeSome Coping Strategies used by People Who Are DisabledA round table discussion held on UVC radio with King Rocco, Kelisha Tailor, Jerome Jackson and Wilbert Williams. This is an edited version. The link to the radio station is www.unitedvisionconnect.org/radio
2022-11-0741 minVisionscopeInterview With Shem MelhughesThe story of a Christian young man and the family difficulties which he overcame. The interview was done by King Rocco and wilbert Williams.
2022-10-1743 minVisionscopeDiscussion on Suicide PreventionDr. Donovan Thomas, a suicidologist, talks with King Rocco and Wilbert Williams about suicide prevention and some warning signs.
2022-10-0341 minVisionscopeDennis Williams StoryThe story of an adult who lost his sights and had to cope with many serious changes in his life.
2021-06-2132 minVisionscopeTwo Persons With Disability Talk About Their Business VenturesDamion Rose and Tonika Williams talk about their business ventures.
2021-05-1052 minVisionscopeFiona musgrave’s StoryThe story of a young woman whose life was drastically changed by blindness and how she picked up the pieces and became a lawn tennis coach.
2020-11-0242 minVisionscopeExcerpts from an entrepreneur ship training program for people with disabilities in JamaicaDaemion Mclean recently launched a training programme for small business owners.
2020-10-2735 minVisionscopeInterview with Bhawani PersadBhawani shares his story of determination to achieve his goal.
2020-10-1931 minVisionscopeAlex Henderson Tells his StoryA story of denial of site loss, to full acceptance and job satisfaction.
2020-10-1243 minVisionscopeInterview with Roland SmithA teacher with 38 years experience, Roland Smith has distinguished himself in the classroom, demonstrating that he can succeed despite his site loss.
2020-10-0530 minVisionscopeInterviews with Arvel GrantArvel Grant, executive director of the Caribbean Council for the blind, tells his story.
2020-09-2841 minVisionscopeInterview with Damion RoseThe story of a young man who did not make the most of his early education, but later is working hard to turn his life around.
2020-09-2147 minVisionscopePERSONS with Disabilities, Their Involvement in the Healthcare SystemExcerpts from an online forum hosted by the Jamaica society for the blind.
2020-09-1442 minVisionscopeAnthony Tom’s StoryAnthony Tom, broadcaster and handcraft worker, shares his life‘s story from boy hood to adulthood.
2020-09-0731 minVisionscopeDaemion Mclean Tells his StoryDamian Mclean, entrepreneur, chairman of the Jamaica society for the blind, shares his life experiences and talks about a blind individual becoming a businessman.
2020-08-3133 minVisionscopeInterview with Derek PalmerDerek Palmer talks about his involvement in the start of the transformation of the Jamaica society for the blind.
2020-08-2434 minVisionscopeFrancine Richards tells her storyThe story of a young woman who struggled with side loss and kidney failure.
2020-08-1748 minVisionscopeINTERVIEW with PardyPardy Shares His Experiences and Talks about His Encounter with Covid 19.
2020-08-1043 minVisionscopeInterview With Jamie LloydThe story of a gifted young woman who is still seeking to find an outlet for her talent.
2020-08-0334 min
Aaron’s OpinionWelcome to the wonderful world of Wilbert Williams featuring Wilbert WilliamsYou have entered the world of Wilbert Williams. Have a good day today and a great day tomorrow!
2020-08-011h 01VisionscopeAaron Richmond’s StoryAaron shares the story of his struggle to achieve despite the odds.
2020-07-2736 minVisionscopeLona Corona Tells Her StoryThe story of a young woman who became blind in her adult life and her struggles to cope with site loss.
2020-07-2038 minVisionscopeInterview With Carlos GreenThe story of a blind man who used to work in prisons, after blindness, he became a power builder and a gym owner.
2020-07-1345 minVisionscopeGary Cammerer’s StoryGary Cammerer, IT instructor, philanthropist and radio DJ,and business man shares some of his experiences.
2020-07-0643 minVisionscopeSean Harvey‘s StorySean Harvey talks about his early days of school, his love for people and his return to his alma mater to work as a guidance counselor.
2020-06-2924 minVisionscopeInterview With Winston MorganWinston Morgan talks about glaucoma and how it changed his life.
2020-06-2243 minVisionscopeInterview With Janelle FindlayJanelle Findlay talks about her experiences through the school for the blind in Trinidad and her achievements as a young adult.
2020-06-1537 minVisionscopeKetan Kothari Talks About His Work in IndiaKetan shares his life story and talks about work for the blind in India.
2020-06-0128 minVisionscopeAstly Grub Cooper tells His StoryGrub, singer, composer and drummer, talks about his early life and his involvement with fab five band.
2020-05-2546 min
Kindled Podcast | Truth and Grace, BoldlyHow Jesus Redeems the Power of Touch | Lore Wilbert | Ep. 119Whether it’s fearful side hugs on one side or sexual abuse on the other, both the culture and the church aren’t doing very well with touch. Singles are staying single longer, dating is wrought with angst over purity, and marriages struggle to not interpret all forms of touch as sexual. Even the Bible seems to have endless rules about not touching things. There is simply no place where touch doesn’t seem threatened or threatening. But a curious thing happens when Jesus comes into His ministry: He touches. Jesus touches the sick and the outcast, the ble...
2020-05-1943 minVisionscopeInterview With Kenneth SurattKenneth Suratt talks about his personal development and is work with Trinidad and Tobago blind welfare Association.
2020-05-1826 minVisionscopeFrom Knights Of The Blind to Partners Of The BlindFour members of the saint Andrew Lions club sat down with me to talk about projects undertaken in Jamaica.
2020-05-1149 minVisionscopeCoping With Severe Sight LossThe story of a young blind woman’s determination to succeed.
2020-05-0447 minVisionscopeStereotyping is a no noThe story of Leroy Philips broadcaster and disabilities advocates, and his experiences as he develops his graft.
2020-04-2732 minVisionscopeTonika Williams -from tragedy to triumphThe story of a woman who became blind through accidental blindness during infancy and is now on the road to success.
2020-04-2026 minVisionscopeWally Dunbar Tells His StoryThe story of Wally Dunbar, he graduates of this salvation army school for the blind and his career development.
2020-04-1523 minVisionscopeAdventures Of Roger SmithDr. Roger Smith talks about his life in London England and the struggles to achieve professional growth and development.
2020-04-0623 minVisionscopeKimiela Candy Isacs tells Her StoryKimiela Candy Isacs, singer and music presenter, talks with me about her experiences and the development of her singing career.
2020-03-3023 minVisionscopePICKING up the piecesCovid 19 has forced us to change our lifestyle. I pay tribute to the late Roger Chang, talk about the tragic passing of our second son and end with a review of celebration of our fiftieth anniversary.
2020-03-2318 minVisionscopeTony Tailor Talks About His StrugglesTony Taylor, a blind man, talks about his experiences at school, his struggles to gain employment and his acceptance as a deacon in the Roman catholic church.
2020-03-1633 minVisionscopeCherryl Astorga Tells Her StoryIn this episode, Cherryl Astorga, talks about her growth and development in the Philippines.
2020-03-0922 minVisionscopeAdjustment to Blindness, Some experiencesThis is a two-part feature. In the first part, Rosy Longoria, tells of an experience she had during her mobility training and in the second feature, Nikisha Pierre tells her story of coping with blindness.
2020-03-0235 minVisionscopeMarie Brown, a Vision of Hope in MauritiusMarie Brown tells her story and gives us an insight into work for the blind in Mauritius.
2020-02-2424 minVisionscopeInterview With Sidny Thorp Part 2In today’s episode, Sidny Thorp talks about his entrance into FabFive band and how he became the keyboard player. He then goes on to talk about his experiences in information technology and how it has transformed his life.
2020-02-1726 minVisionscopeInterview With Sidney ThorpSidney Thorp shares his experiences at the Salvation army School for blind in Jamaica, his learning growth in music and some of his achievements.
2020-02-1028 minVisionscopeInterview With Dale MillerDale Miller shares some experiences at the school for the blind in Jamaica, his struggle to obtain employment and hiss involvement with his alumni.
2020-02-0328 minVisionscopeInterview With Kelly BrownKelly Brown, a woman of faith, tells how she struggles with challenges caused by a neurological disorder and how she is coping.
2020-01-2733 minVisionscopeInterview With Theres BrahamTheres tells how she overcame several challenges and is now the IT instructor at Abilities Foundation in Jamaica.
2020-01-2021 minVisionscopeTips on Making Effective ResolutionsI share some tips on how to make lasting resolutions and feature a short documentary on the life of Louis Braille.
2020-01-1315 minVisionscopeThe Relevant of Braille in Today’s SocietyIn today’s episode, I feature a discussion on the relevance of brain in today’s society.
2020-01-0631 minVisionscopeThe Telethon Dream RealizedIn this episode, I share some difficulties encountered after the hosting of the telethon in 1981, ending with my appointment as manager for the newly created training center.
2019-12-3013 min2019-12-2323 minVisionscopeMy Involvement with Some International AgenciesIn this episode, I share some experiences I had while working with the Caribbean concert for the blind, western New York partners and benefits derived from working as a volunteer.
2019-12-1615 minVisionscopeA Brief History of the Jamaica Society for the BlindThis is an edited version of JSB trails, a program produced by the Jamaica society for the blind. Demian Rose and I shared the development of the JSB and talked about many other issues. Whenever you find find it possible please take a listen to JSB trails.
2019-12-0918 minVisionscopeIntroducing Accessible Technology to JamaicaPatrick LAFAYETTE and I reflected on the first time and accessible computer came to Jamaica and the excitement it brought with it. We also did a brief comparison of technology then on the technology at the present time
2019-12-0226 minVisionscopeAdvocacy, an Agent of ChangeToday, I talk about some extremely low points in my life, my involvement in building some organizations and the work we were engaged in.
2019-11-2520 min2019-11-1800 minVisionscopeCoping With Polio MyelitisIn this episode my wife Nora talks about her experiences and coping with poliomyelitis.
2019-11-1813 minVisionscopeImpact of the Decade of the 70s on My LifeI talk about my life development during the 70s and the proliferation of work about people with disabilities in Jamaica.
2019-11-1115 minVisionscopeChitchat with NoraMy wife Nora and I reflect on our life together and some ups and downs we experienced.
2019-11-0419 minVisionscopeMY professional growth and developmentIn this episode, I share my first visit to an international conference, the development of the Jamaica Society for the blind and my growth as motivational speaker.
2019-10-2815 minVisionscopeSOME social issuesIn todays episode, I talk about.dealing with bank requirements both in England and Jamaica as well as some personal issues and how I resolved them.
2019-10-2117 minVisionscopeBUILDING my career pathIn this episode, I give a brief description of the role of a physiotherapist, then I proceed to share my experiences at K pH and my eventual transfer to Mauna rehab Center.
2019-10-1414 minVisionscopeMy First Day at WorkI express my sincere thanks to The late Major and Mrs. S.V. Wicks, for guiding my professional development. Then I talk about passing the people’s test and settling in at work.
2019-10-0714 minVisionscopeHome Sweet HomeIn this episode, I talk about preparations to return to Jamaica,my appreciation for the help of the Salvation Army, my flight home and the welcome I received
2019-09-3015 minVisionscopeInterview With Desmond BbryanDesmond continues to tell his story about finding employment in England, guide dog training and his journey through life.
2019-09-2318 minVisionscopeInterview With Desmond BryanDesmond tells about his early days at the Salvation Army School for the Blind, his high school days at Calabar and his training at the RNIB School of Physiotherapy.
2019-09-1620 minVisionscopeBreaking The IceIn this episode, I talk about completion of my Physiotherapy training and my experiences at guide dog school.
2019-09-0918 minVisionscopeSocial and cultural experiences in London part twoIn this episode, I continue to tell my story about my experiences in London.
2019-09-0212 minVisionscopeSocial and Cultural ExperiencesI explain how I planned and carried out my solo travel adventure.
2019-08-2613 minVisionscopeMy First WinterIn this episode, I share some experiences during my first English winter, then I talk about attendance at prom concerts and my two trips to Switzerland.
2019-08-1915 minVisionscopeOvercoming The First Hurdle in Physiotherapy SchoolIn this episode, I talk about the probation in physiotherapy school and how I coped.
2019-08-1213 minVisionscopeMy First Day in Physiotherapy SchoolI recall some of my experiences as I enter Physiotherapy school in London England.
2019-08-0516 minVisionscopeMy first airplane ride to London EnglandIn this episode I tell you about my departure day and the activities leading up to the flights. We then board the plane and arrive in London England the following day. I will give you a description of what happened and how we felt.
2019-07-2913 minVisionscopepreparations for departure to EnglandIn this episode, I will tell you a little about the preparations we made during the first half of 1962 and how well they served us when we got to England.
2019-07-2208 minVisionscopeReminiscing on High School ExperiencesDorette Bryan and I talk about our experiences at Excelsior High and the kindness of teachers we encountered.
2019-07-1513 minVisionscopeMy School Days LoveIn this episode, I shared my experience of falling in love and the joy it brought, while at the same time dealing with malice of another.d
2019-07-0811 minVisionscopeMY HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCES PART 3Reflection on some more coping strategies during high school.
2019-07-0106 minVisionscopeMY HIGHSCHOOL DAYS PART TWOI talk about the interaction with sighted students and coping strategies used.
2019-06-2411 minVisionscopeMY HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCESIn this episode I talk about preparation of students at the school for employment and the hiring of the first graduate by Barclay’s bank. I also begin to share some of my high school experiences.
2019-06-1710 minVisionscopeREFLECTIONS ON LIFE AT THE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND.Doris Poyser and I talk about her train ride from Hopewell in Hanover to Kingston and we reflect on life at school.
2019-06-1011 minVisionscopeFEELING IS KNOWINGMy participation in a drama production and my adventures on field trips.
2019-06-0310 minVisionscopeThe Wind Of Change Part 3New teacher makes changes to education programme at school for the blind and blind children sit and pass local exams for the first time in Jamaica.
2019-05-2709 minVisionscopeThe Wind Of Change Part 2This episode deals with changes at the Institute For The Blind and formation of The Jamaica Society For The Blind.
2019-05-2007 minVisionscopeThe Wind Of ChangeAdults at the Institute for the blind become dissatisfied and eventually starta protest.
2019-05-1307 min2019-05-0607 minVisionscopeSummer holidays With GrandmaI will share my experiences during summer holidays and provide glimpses into some adventures.
2019-04-2906 minVisionscopeSocialization of Blind Children in Jamaica Part 3In this episode we will reflect on my first tram car ride and share some of my church experiences.
2019-04-2209 minVisionscopeSocialization of blind children in Jamaica part twoMy guest, Verona Honigan, joins me in reflecting on some social development uring our school days.
2019-04-1508 minVisionscopeSocialization of blind children in JamaicaToday we examine what life was like for blind children
2019-04-0809 minVisionscopeEducation of blind children during colonial daysA quick review of the education system used in colonial days.
2019-04-0108 minVisionscopeMy primary school experienceIn this episode I will share some experiences and talk about the colonial days.
2019-03-2607 minVisionscopeMy earliest recollectionsThe story of my preschool years and how I interacted with my family.
2019-03-2006 minVisionscopeIntroduction to the podcastI will tell you a little bit about myself and explain what I will do in the upcoming series.
2019-03-0905 min