The Blind Chick From Singin' and Dancin' to Journalism
Dec 21, 2023
27:53
Aftersight with Bridget Kuenning-Pollpeter
In this episode of 'Aftersight', host Penn Street engages with esteemed guest Bridget Kuenning-Pollpeter. Bridget is a journalist, mom, and performer who fought adversity from birth. She shares her experiences with diabetes, vision loss, and an eating disorder, using her story to inspire and change lives. Bridget later pursued a career as a creative nonfiction writer and journalist, circling back to her love for creativity. She discusses her favorite works and how she navigates the freelance writing world. Topping it off with talks about identity and body image and the importance of kindness, this episode emanates an aura of resilience and positivity.
If you would like to follow along with a transcript of this episode, please click on the link below.
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00:03 Introduction and Welcome
00:25 Meet the Guest: Bridget
01:50 Getting to Know Bridget: Ice Breaking Questions
04:28 Bridget's Struggles with Health and Eating Disorders
05:17 The Impact of Body Image and Eating Disorders
11:08 Bridget's Journey in Performing Arts
14:52 Transition to Writing and Journalism
22:10 Bridget's Favorite Pieces and How to Follow Her Work
27:04 Closing Remarks and Holiday Wishes
We hope you enjoyed this episode of Aftersight. Thank you for joining us. If you would like to reach any of the hosts or ask a question, please reach us at feedback@aimcolorado.org or call us on our voicemail line at (720) 712-8856.
In this episode of 'Aftersight', host Penn Street engages with esteemed guest Bridget Kuenning-Pollpeter. Bridget is a journalist, mom, and performer who fought adversity from birth. She shares her experiences with diabetes, vision loss, and an eating disorder, using her story to inspire and change lives. Bridget later pursued a career as a creative nonfiction writer and journalist, circling back to her love for creativity. She discusses her favorite works and how she navigates the freelance writing world. Topping it off with talks about identity and body image and the importance of kindness, this episode emanates an aura of resilience and positivity.
If you would like to follow along with a transcript of this episode, please click on the link below.
https://share.descript.com/view/O9nNMo7U2WF
00:03 Introduction and Welcome
00:25 Meet the Guest: Bridget
01:50 Getting to Know Bridget: Ice Breaking Questions
04:28 Bridget's Struggles with Health and Eating Disorders
05:17 The Impact of Body Image and Eating Disorders
11:08 Bridget's Journey in Performing Arts
14:52 Transition to Writing and Journalism
22:10 Bridget's Favorite Pieces and How to Follow Her Work
27:04 Closing Remarks and Holiday Wishes
We hope you enjoyed this episode of Aftersight. Thank you for joining us. If you would like to reach any of the hosts or ask a question, please reach us at feedback@aimcolorado.org or call us on our voicemail line at (720) 712-8856.