NOVA - S09E05: Finding a Voice

Name: Finding a Voice
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1982-02-07
Duration: 55 min

Feb 07, 1982DocumentarySeason 9, Episode 5

What is it like not to be able to communicate with others? NOVA explores the severest of speech disabilities with Dick Boydell—born with cerebral palsy, confined to a wheelchair and unable for 30 years to say more than "yes" or "no" and investigates some of the new technology that gives the speechless a "voice."

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NOVA S09E05 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "Finding a Voice" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1982-02-07, this episode is part of Season 9 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. What is it like not to be able to communicate with others? NOVA explores the severest of speech disabilities with Dick Boydell—born with cerebral palsy, confined to a wheelchair and unable for 30 years to say more than "yes" or "no" and investigates...