800 kilometres alone. Blind.
One of the five blind lead cast members of the DR1 series Eventyr i blinde, 2026, in which we travelled through Southern Europe together.
Km 0: The story
Gravel crunches under my feet as I take the first steps on the Camino Francés, an 800-kilometre trail. A tight fear fills my stomach, but a hope and a dream push me forward.
I do not see the world around me, because I am completely blind. But with my cane, guided by the sound of my phone and driven by something inside, I completed a journey many cannot imagine: 800 kilometres alone across the Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela in 35 days.
Come along through the mountains, feel the silence and the thick fog on the paths. Hear the monks singing in the monasteries. Feel the fear when I think I have taken a wrong turn, and the joy of arriving. And see what happens when strangers share stories as night falls.
Km 400: What you get
This is not a story about blindness. It is a story about how collaboration creates success, how technology creates possibilities, and how challenges are overcome when you dare to ask for help.
- Concrete insight into how technology creates possibilities where there used to be limits.
- Practical examples of the power of human collaboration, and how it overcomes even the biggest challenges.
- Honest reflection on fear, courage, and what it takes to move towards your own dreams.
- Tools to break down the awkwardness around disability and create more inclusive environments.
- Messages that reach far beyond disability.
- Companies and organisations
- Kick-offs, team building, leadership programmes, annual meetings. On collaboration, inclusion and navigating uncertainty.
- Schools and universities
- Thinking outside the box, daring to dream big, understanding the value of difference.
- Associations, churches and cultural institutions
- A story of courage, faith and community.
- Public bodies
- Concrete examples of how technology and collaboration create inclusion.
Km 600: What audiences say
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You are in good company with Edis. He is a formidable storyteller and a brilliant speaker who captivates, grips, moves, lifts and enriches his audience. Warmly recommended.
Andreas Sylvest Wille, parish priest, Store Magleby Church, Dragør, October 2024, translated from Danish.
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It was simply such a good evening, and your talk was fantastic. I recommend it everywhere I go.
Julie Tholstrup Rydahl, Gørslev-Vollerslev parish council, Ringsted, May 2026, translated from Danish.
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It really was a fantastic talk. You are so present, and your warmth carries the audience all the way. I have had so much positive feedback.
Bente Malle, Sanderum Church, Odense, August 2026, translated from Danish.
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It was a superb talk. The first part, where you paint the atmosphere of the Camino with a monks' choir in the background, was phenomenal.
Ninette Delövenbo Kongstad, Danish Association of Low Vision Specialists, conference at Fuglsangcentret, March 2024, translated from Danish.
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Thank you for a really lovely evening and an exciting talk.
Merete Raun Poulsen, school and activity manager, Blindes Oplysningsforbund, Aarhus, March 2024, translated from Danish.
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Thank you for a fantastic talk at Naturrum Sdr. Omme. You are such a good storyteller. It was truly exciting and inspiring to listen to.
Lisbeth Arvad, chair, Naturrum Sdr. Omme, January 2024, translated from Danish.
Km 700: Upcoming talks
Where I give the talk in the coming months. Ask the organiser whether registration is open.
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Ørsted-Søllested-Vedtofte parish
Confirmation room by the rectory, Ørsted, 5620 Glamsbjerg
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Solgaven Valby, care home for blind and partially sighted people
Valby, Copenhagen. Closed event for residents.
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Døvblinde Danmark
Course for members. Closed event.
The list is updated as new bookings are confirmed. Want the talk at your place? Book below.
Km 800: Practical
- Length: 45 to 90 minutes including questions, adapted to you.
- Format: live, optionally with sound and pictures from the walk.
- Language: Danish or English.
- Geography: all of Denmark, and online.
- Tone: honest and humorous, with room for laughter and reflection.
- Fee: on request, depending on format and location.
Also: talks on AI
What AI can do in practice, and what it cannot, told by someone who is blind and builds his own tools with it. For annual meetings, conferences and leadership groups.