

From the Commonwealth Games to Everest and the Channel swim — Gerrard doesn’t need to see to believe
Nov 1, 2024
Gerrard Gosens is a remarkable three-time Paralympian, adventurer, and chocolatier who hilariously shares his journey of embracing life without sight. He recounts realizing his blindness at school and how it shaped his adventurous spirit, leading him to climb Everest and swim the English Channel. Gerrard discusses the challenges of competitive dancing, navigating sound and memory during his childhood, and his love for chocolate-making. He inspires with stories of family, overcoming obstacles, and finding joy in unexpected places.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Growing Up Blind on the Farm
02:39 • 4min
Navigating Sound and Memory
06:20 • 4min
Adventures Beyond Sight
10:37 • 23min
Adventures in Aviation: Fundraising Flights Around Queensland
33:36 • 2min
Dancing Under Pressure
35:11 • 6min
Channeling Courage: A Blind Swimmer's Journey
41:23 • 8min
Embracing Life Beyond Sight
49:11 • 3min