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January 2, 2025 26 mins
In this heartwarming episode of The Blind Chick, Penn and Moses welcome Denise Leigh for the third and final part of their incredible conversation. Denise, a blind musician, cancer survivor, and mother, shares her inspirational journey through life, career, and motherhood. From discussing her groundbreaking role in Britain's disability arts scene to her appearances on Britain's Got Talent and performances at iconic venues like the London Paralympics, Denise offers insight into her resilience and mindset.
The episode explores the "secret sauce" for success among blind individuals, the importance of visibility in the arts, and the role of advocacy in breaking down barriers. Denise also shares personal stories, such as her son's cheeky reaction to her Operatunity win and her methods for navigating the stage as a blind performer. As the conversation wraps up, Denise emphasizes the critical role of support and belief in helping children with disabilities achieve their dreams.
Listeners are reminded of the value of programs like The Blind Chick and how they can support Aftersight’s mission to empower the blind and low-vision community.

Chapter Markers
00:00.077 – Introduction by Jonathan Price
02:22.402 – Denise Leigh: The Secret Sauce of Thriving Blind
03:47.728 – "I'm a Musician Who Happens to Be Blind"
06:01.424 – From Operatunity to Britain's Got Talent
08:19.464 – Challenges and Triumphs in Mainstream Arts
10:40.137 – Navigating Blindness on Stage
13:07.561 – BGT Audition and Simon Cowell’s Encouragement
15:29.043 – Denise’s Sons React to Her Success
17:46.549 – Reflections on Parenting and Advocacy
19:48.841 – Closing Thoughts and Future Collaborations
24:27.861 – Call to Action: Supporting Aftersight
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