Carly Findlay

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You Can’t Ask That viewing party and Refreshments Provided Podcast live episode

June 26, 2017 Carly Findlay Leave a Comment

You Can’t Ask That viewing party and Refreshments Provided Podcast live episode

Last month I held a viewing party for the facial differences episode of You Can't Ask That. My podcast co-host and I also recorded a live episode of Refreshments Provided. We had so much fun! About 40 people who came to Hares and Hyenas to watch You Can't Ask That and to watch … [Read more...]

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Facial difference as evil in Wonder Woman (and role models you should follow).

June 11, 2017 Carly Findlay 12 Comments

Facial difference as evil in Wonder Woman (and role models you should follow).

I went to see Wonder Woman this afternoon. I really enjoyed it - loved Diana's strength, resilience, no bullshit attitude and her belief in love. The costumes were amazing. But you know what saddened me? That the villain - Dr Poison - had a facial difference. Jason mentioned … [Read more...]

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My involvement in Cyber Hate with Tara Moss

March 15, 2017 Carly Findlay Leave a Comment

My involvement in Cyber Hate with Tara Moss

Six months ago - just before I went overseas - I worked on a secret project with Tara Moss. She's a model and author, and anti bullying campaigner. The project was a TV show called Cyber Hate, and it airs on abc2 tonight, as well as ABC Iview. Some of my friends feature in it too … [Read more...]

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Don’t let the world make you feel your skin, face and body should not be seen.

February 10, 2017 Carly Findlay Leave a Comment

I haven't blogged for ages, I'm sorry. I've done a lot in the media, though - that's why it's been so busy. This weekend I'm working on a big blog, and another secret project, so keep an eye out for those. Tonight I wrote this for Facebook and thought I'd publish it … [Read more...]

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On guard. I’m aware of the need to manage other people’s reactions towards me.

December 19, 2016 Carly Findlay 11 Comments

 The cleaner was due today. Last time they came, they were scared of my face and left. There is usually a different cleaner each time. I know this now I work from home, and also because of the varying quality of the cleaning. Part of me wanted to stay home, so … [Read more...]

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The material on Tune into Radio Carly is copyright. The writing in this blog is by Carly Findlay unless otherwise stated. Most photos in this blog are by Carly Findlay unless otherwise stated. Please do not reproduce without permission from Carly Findlay. This blog represents my personal opinions and experiences. It does not reflect those of my employers'. The information I provide about ichthyosis is mostly based on personal experiences. Please seek medical advice or counseling before trying any new treatments I've written about. Where stared, I use affiliate links on this blog. By clicking them, I receive a small percentage of the purchase.

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