The Blind Baker: Penny Melville Brown
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Navigating Life with Vision Loss: Journey of Penny Melville Brown | AINC Podcast Kim Wardlow hosts another episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, brought to you by AINC. In this episode, renowned blind chef Penny Melville Brown shares her inspiring journey from serving as a Commander in the Royal Navy to becoming an award-winning author and a blind cooking sensation, all while battling her deteriorating eyesight. Penny shares her personal experiences, immense life challenges, and her determination to bring about a positive change in society's perspective towards disabled people. There's a lot to learn from her amazing food adventures across the world. Penny's story stands as a testament to chasing one's ambition despite all odds. 00:09 Introduction and Welcome 00:32 Upcoming Events and Announcements 00:59 Introduction to Guest: Penny Melville Brown 02:24 Penny's Journey: Early Life and Career 06:17 Facing Vision Loss and Adapting 08:43 Continuing Career Despite Vision Loss 18:43 Transitioning to Self-Employment 23:08 The Holman Prize and Cooking Around the World 32:45 Inspiring Stories from the Journey 34:01 Closing Remarks and Thanksgiving Wishes If you would like a transcription of this episode https://share.descript.com/view/ezCg65Yr0p6
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