The Retinal Realities podcast will be a platform for Retina SA to engage in discussions on a wide range of topics including:• Interesting information on retinal degenerative conditions, • Discussions on the latest and greatest assistive devices and apps which help the visually impaired,• Conversations and stories covering science, tech, family, relationships, careers, humour, inspirational triumphs, social change and many more arears of interest
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Retinal Realities podcast will be a platform for Retina SA to engage in discussions on a wide range of topics including:• Interesting information on retinal degenerative conditions, • Discussions on the latest and greatest assistive devices and apps which help the visually impaired,• Conversations and stories covering science, tech, family, relationships, careers, humour, inspirational triumphs, social change and many...
Recent episodes include "Episode 38 - World Sight Day with Nathan Hendricks" (21 October 2026, 22 minutes), "Episode 37 - World Retina Week - A Journey of adjustment & resilience with Stargardts Disease" (25 September 2026, 25 minutes), and "Episode 36 - Helen Keller Day, 'Alone we can do so little, but together we can do so much" (26 June 2026, 14 minutes).
Retinal Realities publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 18 minutes across 38 episodes.
Booking probability for Retinal Realities is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Retinal Realities requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Retinal Realities's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Retinal Realities are Therapists & Other Health Practitioners. Retinal Realities has an education audience.
Retinal Realities is an education show with 38 episodes published.
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Episode #38
Living with Stargardt disease hasn’t stopped Nathan Hendricks from aiming high. He’s a Commonwealth Games gold medallist, a para swimmer and a university student. In this episode of Retinal Realities, host Lauren Jonas...
Episode #37
In this episode of Retinal Realities, we speak with Vuyo — an HR professional currently completing her BCom in Industrial and Organisational Psychology — about being diagnosed with Stargardt disease at 33, considerably...
Episode #36
"Alone we can do so little, but togetherwe can do so much." — Helen Keller This June, in celebration of Helen KellerMonth and Helen Keller Day on 27 June, host Karen Denton sits down with Bev Richardson from the Helen...
Episode #35
This Youth Month, we sit down with Karla Rossouw — a 24-year-old marketing graduate, law student, content creator, and fitness enthusiast from Cape Town — who is living with Leber's Congenital Amaurosis (LCA), a rare...
Episode #34
<p>In this episode of the Retinal Realities Podcast, we speak with Ferdie Danzfuss— software developer, Retina South Africa member, and creator of the Umsizi Reader app. </p><p>Ferdi shares his journey of living with...
Episode #32
<p>In this World Health Day episode of Retinal Realities, RetinaSouth Africa explores how healthy lifestyle choices impact not only our overall wellbeing, but our eye health and vision too.</p><p>Host Karen is joined by...
Episode #31
<p>This episode of Retinal Realities features a conversation with Harry Rosen, CEO of the South African Optometric Association. The discussion explores the role of optometrists within the eye care system in South...
Episode #31
<p>This episode of Retinal Realities features a conversation with Harry Rosen, CEO of the South African Optometric Association. The discussion explores the role of optometrists within the eye care system in South...
Episode #30
<p>November marked both Diabetes Awareness Month and Disability Awareness Month. To reflect on these important observances, Retinal Realities brings you an inspiring conversation with Kaylin Otto, who turned a...
Episode #29
<p>In this powerful edition, host Claudette Medefindt sits down with Caryl Baum, a retired lawyer, mother, grandmother, and visionary advocate living with Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). </p><p>Brought to you by...
Episode #28
<p>In this inspiring episode of Retinal Realities, we sit down with Peter Lindeque, a passionate educator and founder of an online tutoring platform designed for learners with Stargardt’s disease and other visual...
Episode #27
<p>Hello and welcome to Retinal Realities, the podcast where we challenge perceptions, celebrate resilience, and amplify voices from the visually impaired community and beyond. In honour of Women’s Month in South...
Episode #26
<p>Welcome to another powerful episode of Retinal Realities, where we explore vision loss, resilience, and the human spirit. </p><p>In this heartfelt conversation, we meet Alexandra Makhlouf an artist and aspiring...
Episode #25
<p>Welcome back to another inspiring episode of RetinalRealities, the podcast that brings you stories of strength, insight, and perseverance from the world of vision loss.</p><p>Today, we pause to honour International...
Episode #24
<p>🌟 Rare Disease Day 2025 - Shining a Light on Rare Retinal Diseases! 🌟</p><p>This Rare Disease Day (28 Feb 2025), Retina South Africa highlights the challenges and breakthroughs in rare retinal diseases with expert...
Episode #23
<p>In the latest episode of the Retinal Realities Podcast, Gavin and Karen sit down with Joel Zeijlstra, one of our incredible members who competed in the para category at the Dis-Chem Ride for Sight 2024...
Episode #22
<p>In this World Retina Day special edition of the Retinal Realities Podcast, we are honoured to have Claudette, Victoria, and Lindiwe, our dedicated patient advocates. </p><p>This year’s theme is “Love Your Eyes...
Episode #21
<p>“Blind people have dreams as big as sighted people, and if they have the determination and courage to pursue those dreams, why stop them?” – Leanne Hunt </p><p>Join us in this episode of the Retinal Realities Podcast...
Episode #20
<p>Welcome to today’s episode of our podcast! </p><p>Retina South Africa is led by a management committee of eight members, including five passionate and strong women dedicated to transforming the lives of countless...
Episode #19
<p>Welcome to our special International Yoga Day podcast. Today, we are honoured to share a truly inspiring story of resilience, transformation, and inner strength. Yoga is notjust a practice; it is a profound journey...
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