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Deaf guitar teacher shares joy of music

Some experience music through their eyes, others use their ears, says Mischa Gohlke. He was born with a hearing impairment which borders on deafness, but that hasn’t stopped him from learning to play the guitar – and teaching music to others with hearing impairments.

Listen to the report by Julian Bohne:

Deaf guitar teacher shares joy of music

Mischa Gohlke

Mischa Gohlke and band

Mischa Gohlke and his band at a festival in Kiel

Read more about Mischa Gohlke.

Date

Tuesday 01.05.2012 | 11:15

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Disabled politician making waves

Australia has been a forerunner in granting political rights to women. Today, a young woman is making big changes on the political scene, despite some enormous physical challenges – but, Kelly Vincent is not letting that stop her.

This to the report by Daniel Pizarro, presented by Charlotta Lomas:

Disabled politican making waves

Here’s the Dignity for Disability website.

Kelly Vincent

Date

Tuesday 17.04.2012 | 13:59

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One-legged cyclist inspires others to ride

Dedan Ireri in Nairobi, Kenya, is all about bicycles. They are his hobby and also his profession. Maybe one day, a bicycle ride will earn him international recognition in sports. But Dedan Ireri is also on a mission: he wants to help others to take up cycling.

Listen to the report by Peter Hille:

One legged cyclist inspires others to ride

DW’s Peter Hille met Dedan while completing a cycling trip of his own – from Cairo all the way to Cape Town. Follow along with Peter’s adventures on his blog.

Date

Tuesday 10.04.2012 | 11:54

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