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Word of Mouth: Talking Newspapers for the Blind

Talking Newspapers for the Blind

09/08/2011

BBC Radio 4 - Word of Mouth, Talking Newspapers for the Blind

Chris Ledgard discovers the art and science of producing talking newspapers for the blind.

Chris Ledgard examines the production of talking newspapers for the blind.

In the programme exploring the world of words and the ways in which we use them, Chris Ledgard examines the production of talking newspapers for the blind. From cassette distribution to downloads, the daily newspaper can be as up-to-date for blind people as it is for their sighted neighbours. But how do you "voice up" both the Daily Star and the Telegraph? And what does it take to be the "reader" on FHM or Private Eye?

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