The pictures that help and heal
Summary
This episode explores two wordless solutions for disabled individuals: a book club using picture-only books from Books Beyond Words to discuss serious topics like online safety, and the Tap SOS app, which allows users to contact emergency services non-verbally. Reporter Natalie Duro shares her experience with the book club, while Becca Hume and user Jonathan Wright explain how the app saved a life.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship: Choiceology and Odu
Sponsorship: Odu and BBC World Service intro
Episode introduction: Solutions without words
Reporter Natalie Doo's background and learning disability
Introduction to Books Beyond Words and wordless books
Book club session: Reading 'Being Safe Online'
Participant reactions to the story
Interview with Emily Hollins on book topics
Origin story: Dr. Sheila Hollins and 'When Dad Died'
Personal anecdote: Nigel using the book
Sponsorship: Midas Tires and Schwab
Debrief: Book club process, cost, and impact
Introduction to Tap SOS app
Interview with Becca Hume on Tap SOS features
User story: Jonathan Wright's emergency
Outro and call to action
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