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304: What if you were poisoned?
Jan 16, 2024
Guest Ashley King shares her harrowing experience of being poisoned while on a backpacking trip in Bali, resulting in the loss of her eyesight. The podcast explores the emotional impact of her diagnosis, struggles with accepting blindness, and the tragic consequences of methanol poisoning. Despite her challenges, Ashley embraces life after losing her eyesight, studying abroad, pursuing a career in the theater industry, and reflecting on the misconceptions surrounding disability.
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- Experiencing methanol poisoning while traveling can have devastating consequences, but it can also lead to newfound purpose and empowerment through advocacy and pursuing passion.
- Facing a life-altering disability like blindness can be overwhelmingly difficult, but sharing one's story and advocating for disability rights can bring solace and create awareness about the dangers of methanol poisoning.
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Surviving Methanol Poisoning in Bali
The podcast episode tells the story of Ashley King, who experienced methanol poisoning after drinking contaminated alcohol in Bali. She shares her journey from being poisoned and losing her eyesight to navigating the challenges that came with her disability. Despite the immense difficulties, Ashley eventually finds purpose and fulfillment through advocacy and pursuing a career in acting and theater. She emphasizes the importance of sharing her story to raise awareness about the dangers of methanol poisoning and the need for responsible travel.
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