Introduction to the Episode

In the first full episode of “Out of Sight with Joe G” host Joe Geraghty welcomes us onboard and introduces the featured guest, Áine Stanley. Áine is Health Promotion & Physical Activity Practitioner at Vision Sports Ireland.

Can’t See, can be!

New ideas on how we wish we to spend leisure time quite often float like butterflies and then flutter into the night, Áine Stanley, with two decades of experience in the field, helps us to identify and develop our best ideas. She advises us to consider our overall wellbeing and how to recognise our achievements. Áine shares practical tips to motivate us to get active and embrace new activities.

Out of Sight Insights: Chess

This episode’s “Out of Sight Insights” explores chess, focusing on the current interest in the game. The segment, an extract from Joe’s successful book “Out of Sight! Stories of Ireland’s Blind and Vision Impaired Sportspeople”, explains Braille Chess. We’re taken on a journey through its early history, highlighting how this accessible version of chess can be enjoyed by everyone. Remember, you must check mate!

Whistling in the Dark

Michael Lavin, a living legend within Ireland’s blind and vision impaired community, shares his experiences with the tin whistle. The instrument is affordable, portable and easy to learn. Michael recommends where and how you can pick up and whistle in the dark, the park or for a lark.  

Out of Sight News

Jade McCormack presents the latest news, including updates on walking weekends, the multi-sport MayFest, VI Rugby, and developments in audible TV sports commentary.

Credits

• Host: Joe Geraghty
• Guests: Áine Stanley and Michael Lavin
• News: Jade McCormack
• Artwork: Katie Geraghty
• Music: Stuart Lawler and Jade McCormack
• Editor: Grainne Geraghty