Airacast

March 2026: A Multi-Armed Approach: Giveaways, Glasses, and Grand Prizes.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

It’s all about hands-free access in this episode as we talk with Agiga’s Buddy Brannan about the Echo Vision smart glasses and Aira. Ollie Octilio, our Aira mascot has all eight of his tentacles busy at this year’s CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. Not only is Aira use at the conference free, but we’ll be giving away all sorts of prizes, plus demos and a chance to take Ollie home with you just by visiting our booth. Not going to CSUN? No worries. We’ve got ways for you to win while keeping up with our integration with AI glasses from Meta.

More about Agiga:

https://echovision.agiga.ai

Email: contact@agiga.ai

Phone: 1-408-940-5215

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February 2026 Going Places!

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

This episode introduces two Aira Explorers. Lynn Jensen is a Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist. She’s written a new book, “Best Kept Secrets for Travelers with Sight Loss”. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just starting your journey with vision, this book covers a wide range of topics from preparing to travel, packing tips, through international adventures. Speaking of international adventures, Eliana Mason is a two-time Paralympic medalist who also has her own professional counseling business. We’ll learn about her sport, Goalball, and how she came to use Aira. Then we take a deep dive into the new PDF editing customization, plus Access Network and wearables news!

Order Lynn Jensen’s book at http://blindtraveltips.com or at most major retailers.

Contact Lynn at info@blindtraveltips.com

Follow Eliana Mason.

Instagram: instagram.com/elianamarie

Facebook: Facebook.com/elianamason

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January 2026 - Customizing

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:30:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Reach us at airacast@aira.io

Welcome to 2026! In this episode we’ll take a look at the new feature, Adobe PDF customization. Then we’ll share some of the results of our 2025 Explorer Survey.

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December 2025

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

2025 Aira Explorer Survey closes on December 14.

https://forms.gle/kBQ5eC4wfpPohb1i6

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November, 2025

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode Jenine talks with UK Advisor, sports fan, and champion for disability rights, Dan Bailey. Living in the southwest of England, Dan and his wife both use Aira extensively. We’ll learn about his work with the Arsenal Disabled Supporters Association (ADSA). He also took a vacation to the US and shares his thoughts on advocacy around theme parks and attractions. We also have info about a new feature, and a call to action for low vision explorers.

Learn more about Dan and the Arsenal Disabled Supporters Association at https://arsenaldisabledsupporters.co.uk/ You can contact him at Daniel@arsenaldisabledsupporters.co.uk

Contact Lynette Frison at Lynette.frison@aira.io.

Join the Aira Explorers email list at Aira+subscribe@groups.io. Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/222989288221347

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October 2025

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Download our Access Kit for advocacy resources at https://aira.io/advocate.

Watch Konnie’s complete video of her Lyft integration at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNahN_0Vmtk.

Have any questions or comments about the show? Feel free to email us at airacast@aira.io. Learn more about visual interpreting at https://aira.io.

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Talk Grocery Stores To Me

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Did you know that the layout of grocery stores is a science? What does that mean to you as a shopper? Christine Malek and JJ Hunt bring us the third in their series of guest podcasts, taking a trip through the grocery store with Aira. JJ takes us through a typical store layout. Then Christine and her Aira visual interpreter strike out to do some shopping. You can try it yourself at our Access Network partners like Target, Walmart, Wegmans and Meijer. Special thanks to the staff of Mike’s No Frills, the on-site location for the podcast. Want to learn more about Christine and JJ and what they do? Visit their web site at https://talkdescriptiontome.com. Learn more about visual interpreting at www.aira.io.

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2025 Convention Special NFB

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

In our second convention special we go to New Orleans with our presentation to the National Federation of the Blind. Staff from Service Delivery, Marketing and Sales, and Engineering talk about their roles and this year’s updates. Then CEO Troy Otillio talks AI and Aira’s involvement with Google Deep Mind’s Project Astra. Sign up to become a trusted tester at https://aira.io/projectastra.

Learn more about visual interpreting at https://aira.io. Call our Customer Care Team at 1-800-835-1934 or email support@aira.io. Email us: airacast@aira.io

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2025 Convention Special ACB

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

In the first of our convention specials we feature our presentation at the American Council of the Blind’s 2025 Conference and Convention in Dallas, Texas. Our Learning and Development Team take the spotlight to talk about how they craft training for visual interpreters and what’s in store for the future. Then CEO Troy Otillio talks AI and Aira’s involvement with Google Deep Mind’s Project Astra. Sign up to become a trusted tester at https://aira.io/projectastra. Learn more about visual interpreting at https://aira.io. Email us: airacast@aira.io

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Convention Time!

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Airacast July 2025 Convention Time!

July means it’s time to hit the road for the conventions of the American Council of the Blind and the National Federation of the Blind. Jenine Stanley and Everette Bacon go over everything you’ll need to know from traveling to and from Dallas andNew Orleans to where we are in the respective exhibit halls and when you can catch our workshops, plus a convention deal from the Customer Care team. But wait! There’s more! It’s “Aira on the Go!” With our Q3 Giveaway. Find out what you could win just by using one of our transportation-related offers.

Check out the ACB National Conference and Convention at https://acbconvention.org. Check out the NFB convention at https://nfb.org/convention.

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Staff Profile: Dianne Howie

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Many of our customers have come in contact with User Experience Researcher Dianne Howie as part of our Explorer Survey or product testing. In this episode we get to know Dianne and learn how she helps understand the relationship between people and technology. We’ve also got some important announcements to share about the Aira Explorer app and how you can be eligible to win prizes.

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Talk Airports To Me with Christine Malec and JJ Hunt

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Have you ever felt like a piece of luggage once entering an airport? The constant movement from one place to another can be quite frustrating. We’re thrilled to welcome back the hosts of “Talk Description To Me,” Christine Malec and JJ Hunt, for an in-depth exploration of airports. Christine and JJ delve into the various aspects of airports before embarking on a trip to Toronto Pearson International, YYZ, an Access Network partner, to demonstrate how Aira works. If you’re curious about the airports included in our Access Network, you can visit https://aira.io/partners or tap on “Browse Access Offers” on the Home Screen of the Aira Explorer app.

Want to learn more about Christine and JJ and their podcast? Visit their web site at https://talkdescriptiontome.com. Learn more about visual interpreting at www.aira.io.

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Staff Profiles: Wendell Hennessey

Mon, 26 May 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

In our inaugural episode of Staff Profiles, we introduce Wendell Hennessey, who describes himself as Aira’s “Go-to Guy.” Starting as an early “agent,” he has held various roles and currently works as the IT Systems and Security Administrator. In this episode, we delve into what makes every call and interaction unique and special for him. We also get to witness some of his visual interpreting in action. Watch the entire video with Wendell and Chuck. https://youtu.be/hSFZQsAbD5A Wendell acts as visual interpreter in this visit to the Veterans Memorial Museum. https://youtube.com/live/gotYKKZdbNE

Learn more about Aira and visual interpreting at www.aira.io. Questions or comments about the podcast? Email us at airacast@aira.io.

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May, 2025 Airacast Reboot

Mon, 05 May 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

It’s an Airacast reboot! We return to our monthly format with some Aira history and deep thought about technology, discrimination, AI and life with Mike Hinson. So many explorers tell us that Mike motivated them to try the service. Now we look back over 10 years and forward to what AI brings us. Jenine also reviews how to find Access Network offers and use Aira, free!

You can contact Mike at speaker@michaelhingson.com. Visit his web site, https://michaelhingson.com. Catch his podcast, Unstoppable Mindset, in your podcast app of choice.

Check the Aira Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/airaio Comments about the podcast? Email us at airacast@aira.io.

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Return from CSUN!

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Airacast Return from CSUN

By now, you’ve likely come across numerous podcasts discussing the 40th annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. The Aira staff gathered to share their experiences in the exhibit hall, during sessions, and in workshops. Join Jenine Stanley as she engages in conversations with Troy Otillio, Everette Bacon, Jill Ratliff, Blake Steinecke, and Dianne Howie. Aira ASL made its debut, and the response far exceeded our expectations. Discover more insights and learn about the other valuable takeaways from the conference.

Learn more about Aira Explorer and Aira ASL at www.aira.io.

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Talk Starbucks to Me!

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Starbucks is one of our premiere Access Network partners here at Aira. It’s a great place to try out visual interpreting if you’re new to our service. On this episode of Airacast, we brought in the amazing duo of Christine Malec and JJ Hunt from the popular podcast “Talk Description to Me”. They’ll give us an in-depth look at this caffeine icon from Starbucks green to the story of the Siren and her two tails on every cup. Christine will also talk with one of our visual interpreters and grab a coffee of course. You’ll find out why she calls it “the smell of hope.”

Want to learn more about Christine and JJ and their podcast? Visit their web site at https://talkdescriptiontome.com. Learn more about visual interpreting at www.aira.io.

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The Road to CSUN Week 8: Pregame Show!

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Airacast The Road to CSUN Week 8 Pregame!

In only a few short days the 40th annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference will begin. Our Pregame Show features Geoffrey Peddle, Everette Bacon and Jill Ratliff, ready to take the field. Geoffrey gives us a brief glimpse at what our engineers have worked on this year to make our apps the premiere way to receive visual and ASL interpreting. Everette and Jill will talk about their workshops and all the activity in the Aira booth. If you’re heading out to Anaheim be sure to visit us at Booth 216 in the exhibit hall to learn about the Aira ASL app, new partnerships and yes, Aira swag.

Aira Presentations

State of Interpreting Services for Blind and Low Vision, Everette Bacon Thursday, March 13, 2:20pm Pacific time,
On-Demand ASL Interpreting as a Public Accommodation, Jill Ratliff Friday, March 14, 9:20am Pacific time,

For more about CSUNATC 2025, visit https://web.cvent.com/event/2c5d8c51-6441-44c0-b361-131ff9544dd5/summary Learn more about visual and ASL interpreting from Aira at https://aira.io.

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The Road to CSUN Week 7: We built it and they came!

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:15:00 -0000

Episode Notes

The Road to CSUN Week 7 We built it and they came

There are many ways to get free Aira service. With our Build AI project you can not only get free visual interpreting but also help to structure new AI features. In this episode Jenine and BlakeSteinecke, talk about the difference between Build AI and Access AI and how to opt into ten free minutes every thirty minutes. Great for that road trip to CSUN!

Check out Blake’s video tutorials on our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/airaio Learn more about visual interpreting at https://aira.io.

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The Road to CSUN Week 6: People Making an Impact with Kellie Herbert

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Aira is all about the blending of people with technology. In this episode we talk with Kellie Herbert, Vice President of Service Delivery. How do Kellie’s experiences with large international corporations compare to her work at Aira? We’ll also learn about her personal connection to people with disabilities and her thoughts on AI.

For more information about visual interpreting, visit www.aira.io. Contact us at airacast@aira.io.

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The Road to CSUN Week 5: Welcome to Aira’s Web App

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Road to CSUN Week 5 Welcome to Aira’s Web App

Take a tour of one of the best kept secrets in assistive tech, Aira’s web app. We’ll show you that this easy to use app has the same functionality as our award winning mobile app. Not only can you use the app to call a visual interpreter, you can also use our powerful Access AI feature with your webcam or to recognize screen shots. To get started, go to https://explorer.aira.io.

Visit our Youtube channel for more tutorials: https://youtube.com/c/airaio

Learn more about Aira at www.aira.io. Contact us for more info at 1-800-835-1934 or support@aira.io.

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Road to CSUN Week 4 A Brief History of Tech with Geoffrey Peddle

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

A Brief History of Tech with Geoffrey Peddle

Aira’s Chief Technology Officer, Geoffrey Peddle, joins Airacast to talk about the tech behind visual and sign language interpreting. We’ll hear about how Aira works to maximize the important aspects of each app. Geoffrey will also talk about the influence of AI, autonomous vehicles and robots.

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The Road to CSUN! Week 3 The Aira Explorer App

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:13:00 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode we take a look at what debuted at the 2022 CSUN, the completely overhauled Aira app! It’s now Aira Explorer and it’s everywhere, from the smart phone to the Mac or PC. Check out improvements for low vision users and the plethora of things you can do under the “More” tab. Learn more about Aira at www.aira.io. Email us at airacast@aira.io.

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Road to CSUN 2025 Week 2

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Last year at CSUN Aira debuted our Access AI feature for image description. We’ll take a quick tour of its unique tasks and options. Our “Road to CSUN” episodes will come out every Friday through March 7 so stay tuned! Learn more about Aira at www.aira.io. call our Customer Care team at 1-800-835-1934 or email support@aira.io

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2024 Year in Review

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:02:24 -0000

Episode Notes

Our look back at 2024 takes us through the many innovations of the past year. From Access AI to work with Meta Ray-Ban Smart glasses, plus our new Access Network partners, Everette and Jenine cover it all. Then we talk about Aira’s annual customer survey, the upcoming CSUN conference and our 10th Birthday Celebration!

Join us on January 29 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm Pacific time https://aira.zoom.us/j/89073345341 You can find the event in the Aira Explorer app by tapping on More, then Events and the link for the 10th Birthday. Comments or questions about the podcast? Email us at airacast@aira.io. Learn more about visual interpreting at www.aira.io or call our Customer Care team at 1-800-835-1934.

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Road to CSUN Week 1

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Airacast The road to CSUN! Week 1

In this episode we begin our road to the 40th CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. It’s time again for the Annual Customer Survey. It’s also time for a party! Explorer Call: Wednesday, January 22 at 8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific with Everette and Jenine’s year in review and more. Year in Review webinar: https://aira.zoom.us/j/88972808424 Take the Annual customer Survey: https://forms.gle/xbLmTsDvEXSxtA4D6 Send your messages to airacast@aira.io

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Demo: Connecting with Aira through your Meta Ray-Ban Smart glasses

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

For more information and assistance with your Aira/Meta Ray-Ban connection, contact our Customer Care Team at 1-800-835-1934 or support@aira.io. Check out our Youtube channel for more demos. https://youtube.com/c/airaio

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Navigating the Aira Access Network

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Airacast Navigating the Aira Access Network

October was a busy month at Aira. In this episode Jenine talks with Everette Bacon, VP of Blindness Initiatives about the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses experience. Then we learn about the call intent feature with Carla Kane, Manager of Learning & Development. But wait! There’s more! Use those navigation skills at a new and long-awaited Access Network Partner.

Resources: Konnie Ellis video: Using Aira with Meta Smart Glassesyoutube.com Carrie Morales video: Demonstrating what can the Meta Glasses do for people who are blind and visually impaired!youtu.be Everette Bacon contact: everette@aira.io

Questions or comments about the show? Email us at airacast@aira.io. Learn more about visual interpreting at www.aira.io.

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2024 Vice Presidential Debate Summary

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:33:57 -0000

We’ve compiled the observations of our visual interpreter provided live during commercial breaks in the debate between Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz. This podcast does not contain audio from the entire debate. It is a summary of what non-verbal cues our visual interpreter described as well as descriptions of the stage and candidates.

If you have questions or comments, email us at airacast@aira.io.

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Explorer Town Hall – Launch of Meta Ray-Bans Beta Program with Aira

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:53:54 -0000

Episode Notes

Join Aira's Meta Ray-Bans Glasses Town Hall to get the latest updates on our integration progress, upcoming beta launch, and Aira's continued commitment to exploring innovative smart glasses solutions. During the event, you'll hear from Aira's leadership about the challenges we've faced and the workarounds we've implemented. You'll also learn how you can help advocate for a direct integration with Meta glasses and be part of shaping the future of accessible smart glasses technology. Our goal is to make the process as seamless as possible, providing the best experience for all explorers. Together, we can help bring attention to these improvements and ensure smoother access to this exciting technology. Read more on our blog at https://aira.io/ray-bans-beta/ Learn more about Aira at www.aira.io.

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Building AI for the Win!

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 16:51:00 -0000

Episode Notes

The Build AI initiative is designed to help shape the future of artificial intelligence with a focus on the experiences of blind and low vision people. Everette Bacon, Aira’s VP of Blindness Initiatives talks with Jenine about Build AI and how customers can get free Aira when opting in. We’ve also got a special contest for you to win one of four pairs of Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses!

For more about Build AI, go to https://aira.io/build-ai-faq.

To learn about how you can get entries in our Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses contest, go to https://aira.io/meta-ray-ban-giveaway.

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Convention Special: Putting the AI in Aira, ACB 2024

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0000

Episode Notes

You couldn’t go anywhere this convention season without hearing the letters A I. From ACB 2024, July 8 in Jacksonville, Florida, we bring you our presentation “Putting the A I in ira”.

Learn more about all the things we announced and read our blog posts on our web site, https://aira.io.

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Convention Special: Breaking Barriers at NFB 2024

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0000

We announced a lot of exciting things this year during our convention presentations starting with the July 4th NFB session, “Breaking Barriers”. Join our team in Orlando, Florida. More information is coming to Airacast about these initiatives so sit back and catch the energy of NFB 2024!

You can learn more about Aira and read all of the blog posts about our announcements on our web site, https://aira.io. Episode Notes

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A quick look at ACCESS AI

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 15:00:10 -0000

A quick review of the new features of Access AI, free to everyone in the Aira Explorer app. We cover preferences, chat history and multiple image description. Episode Notes

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Making the Most of Aira during Convention Season

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:11:02 -0000

Episode Notes

National conventions are upon us and this year is huge for Aira. Everette Bacon, VP of Blindness Initiatives, will give us news on pricing and plans. Then he and Jenine Stanley will talk NFB and ACB conventions. Carla Kane, Manager, Learning and Development, tells us about the emphasis on navigation training that was shaped with customer input. Carla also brings helpful tips when dealing with convention and a new tool to use with Aira, the What 3 Words app. We welcome questions and comments at airacast@aira.io.

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Getting to Know Access AI

Fri, 17 May 2024 17:41:27 -0000

Episode Notes

Airacast is celebrating global Accessibility Awareness Day! In this episode we take a look at Aira’s new Access AI feature. You have a number of ways to get image descriptions and other information both from inside the Aira app and through the share sheet. This includes access to verification or direct connection to our visual interpreters. If you don’t have the Access AI feature in your Aira Explorer app, just tap on the Access AI tab at the bottom of the home screen. Then complete the form to get started. We will email you when your feature is activated.

If you have any questions, suggestions or comments about Access AI, you can email us, support@aira.io. You can also call us at 1-800-835-1934. For more information about visual interpreting, visit our web site at www.aira.io.

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The 150th Kentucky Derby with Aira

Tue, 07 May 2024 14:33:12 -0000

Episode Notes

IN the second of our Events series we bring you coverage of the 2024 Kentucky Derby. The race was exciting but there’s so much more to the spectacal of the 150th running of this first jewel in the Triple Crown. Our visual interpreters give you background on the fashions, the horses and jockeys with a feed live from Churchill Downs.

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Total Eclipse of the Park 2024

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 17:48:35 -0000

Aira Events: Total Eclipse of the Park 2024 Eclipse coverage

Our customers asked for more visual interpreting at live events. We’re starting that coverage with the solar eclipse of 2024. Professional visual interpreters will describe the activities both in the sky and on the ground at the Total Eclipse of the Park event in Rochester, NY. In cooperation with the South East Area Coalition we’ll bring you live descriptions of the totality when the moon completely obscures the sun. Plus much more throughout the afternoon including demos of robots, beep baseball, audio darts and corn hole from the beautiful Genessee Valley Park.

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Introducing Access AI

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 18:23:46 -0000

Episode Notes

Airacast Introducing Access AI

Aira has added AI image description and verification to our mobile and web apps. We’ve bridged that gap between AI and professional, secure human visual interpreters. In this episode we’ll take you through each of the features of Access AI. What differentiates it from other AI image solutions? Chapter markers are included so you can quickly get to the feature you want to learn. To get on the list for the Access AI beta, go to the Access AI tab in the Aira app and follow the prompts or visit https://bit.ly/AccessAIBetaSignup.

For more information about Aira, visit www.aira.io or contact our Customer Care Team at 1.800.835. 1934, support@aira.io. Contact this podcast at airacast@aira.io.

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Explorer Call October 2023

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 17:22:25 -0000

Episode Notes

Join us as we begin the fourth quarter of 2023. CEO Troy Otillio updates us on Aira’s activities and spotlights #NDEAM. Sevana Massih, VP of Service Delivery, gives a big update on our visual interpreters and tells you how you can get free Aira minutes and benefit the community as well. How about using Aira to take in an amazing art exhibit? Learn about it on the call. Plus app updates and your questions. You can contact us via email, airacast@aira.io.

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Explorer Call August 2023

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:08:34 -0000

Episode Notes

Have you been experiencing long wait times or difficulty reaching an agent? Aira’s CEO, Troy Otillio, and VP of Blindness Initiatives, Everette Bacon, give an update. We learn about some new Access Network partners. Then it’s a demo of the new feedback process and how customers made it happen with Product Manager, Jodi Barthel. Plus your questions.

If you are having difficulty with the Aira Explorer app, please direct issues through the feedback form at the end of each call. You can also send feedback about the app to support@aira.io. Be sure to include the model of your phone and which version of the operating system you are using.

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Explorer Call June 2023

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:39:26 -0000

Episode Notes

We introduce Everett Bacon, VP of Blindness Initiatives. Then The A Team takes over our call to tell you how agents prepare for the busy convention season. If you’re traveling to Houston or Schaumburg, or other conferences throughout July, you won’t want to miss their tips and tricks.

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Aira Explorer New Feature: Scrreen Share

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 14:41:33 -0000

Episode Notes

Now you can share your mobile screen with an agent directly from our Aira Explorer app. If you haven’t made the switch to our new app, you can download it from the App Store or Google Play today.

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Airacast Episode 48 Change is in the Air

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 21:01:20 -0000

The change of season brings changes to the Vispero Access Network offer. Rachel Buchanan joins us to let you know all about it. Plus, we’ll talk app rating and what to have on hand before calling tech support.

Links from this episode: https://freedomscientific.com/training training@vispero.com support@vispero.com and by phone at 1-800-444-4443 Episode Notes

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Explorer Call April 2023

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 18:58:59 -0000

This month we’re talking updates. First we look at updates to the Aira Explorer app since its launch. Then Sevana Massih, VP of Service Delivery and Amanda Nuckoles, Agent Manager, give us an update on the feedback process, how it works and why it’s important. Send your questions and comments to airacast@aira.io.

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E1 Airacast Episode 47 Always On Access

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:44:15 -0000

Imagine just going to a museum exhibit or cultural event and not having to ask for accommodations. Lisa Sonneborn, Director, Media Arts and Culture, Institute on Disabilities,Temple University, tells us about an upcoming “pop-up” event.

“File/Life: We Remember Stories from Pennhurst” April 20 - 23 Arch Street Meeting House, Philadelphia, PA is an interactive experience chronicling an important piece of disability history.

Follow the progress of this event at https://instagram.com/mac_iod. Episode Notes

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Episode 46 Quickly Supporting 3 Words

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 19:25:59 -0000

In this episode I’ll show you the much easier and more accessible version of Team Viewer you can use on your PC or Mac with the Aira desktop app, Team Viewer Quick Support, https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/info/quicksupport/ We’ve mentioned the What 3 Words app for iOS and Android before. Now I’ll take a closer look at this app. Https://what3words.com. Subscribe to our Youtube channl: https://youtube.com/c/airaio Drop us a line at airacast@aira.io.Episode Notes

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Airacast Episode 45 What's the A I stand for?

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:59:52 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode we talk with Agent Trainer Tiffany Mannosh about her experiences at CSUNATC23. Then we answer the eternal question, “What does Aira stand for?” Version 1.4 of the Aira Explorer app is out and there are some new features and we’re demoing them here. If you have questions or comments about the show, email us at airacast@aira.io.

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Explorer Call March 2023

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 18:34:53 -0000

Episode Notes

Aira was at the 2023 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference where the buzz word was AI. Join us with special guest Mike May of Good Maps for a review. We’ll hear all about the new Aira Explorer app https://aira.io/app now available on iOS and Android plus Aira news and your questions.

Subscribe to our RSS feed at https://aira.io/feed for all of our breaking news.

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Episode 44 Aiming A Mile High

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 19:34:53 -0000

Episode Notes

We’re back with an episode that aspires to great heights with the demo of our new Android app, Aira Explorer available directly from your mobile device at https://aira.io/app. Then we talk with Theresa Montano from the Mile High State of Colorado, our newest Access Network partner. Learn more about access to state buildings and web sites with Aira at http://oit.colorado.gov/accessibility/aira. Contact Theresa at Theresa.montano@state.co.us.

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Monthly Explorer Call February 2023

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 22:51:07 -0000

Episode Notes

This month the Aira Explorer app debuts in Google Play. You can get a preview of how it’ll work in iOS bye using our desktop app, https://explorer.aira.io. Subscribe to our RSS feed to get all of the Aira News including an upcoming staff position announcement at https://aira.io/feed. Questions about the call? Email us at airacast@aira.io.

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Explorer Call January 2023

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:01:33 -0000

In this special edition of our Explorer Call we talk about the new Aira plans and pricing with CEO, Troy Otillio, VP of Marketing, Sandra Marcus and VP of Service Delivery, Sevana Massih. You can get an accessible PDF of the new plans and pricing in all currencies by completing a short form at https://bit.ly/airaoffset. For more information about the new plans or how to remain with your current plan, contact our Customer Care team, 1-800-835-1934 or support@aira.io.Episode Notes

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Special Announcement Regarding New Plans & Pricing

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:03:21 -0000

Join us for a webinar to discuss our new plans and pricing, Wednesday, January 11, 6:00pm Eastern time, Register in advance for this webinar: https://aira.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2dcNNvGkQW6-2JLbBUN87A

Or join our live stream at https://youtube.com/c/airaio.Episode Notes

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Discovering Aira and Holiday Shopping

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 21:40:54 -0000

Aira Discovery Series Discover Aira and Holiday Shopping

In our last webinar for 2022 we talk with three entrepreneurs who use the Intuit Small Business offer. Krystle Zamudio is an independent Scentsi consultant and can be found at krystlezamudio@gmail.com, http://krystlezamudio.scentsy.us Casey Mathews runs Web Friendly Help and can be reached at http://webfriendlyhelp.com, help@webfriendlyhelp.com

Brandon Olivarez is a financial advisor and can be reached at http://possiblepromise.com, Brandon@possiblepromise.com pisode Notes

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Aira Special: Feature Changes

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:26:11 -0000

Aira Special: Feature Changes

Jenine Stanley and Sandi Marcus review the recent communications about changes to Aira’s sponsored programs. We start with a review of the privacy policy, https://aira.io/privacy and terms of service, https://aira.io/tos. Next there’s a review of our Job Seeker promo followed by the outline of the new free five minute offer frequency. Then there’s a review of legacy plans and how they will change. Finally we end with feedback from our customers. Read more about changes happening December 5 at https://aira.io/newsroom. You can send your questions and comments to support@aira.io or call our Customer Care team at 1-800-835-1934.

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Aira Monthly Explorer Call November 2022

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:34:26 -0000

Episode Notes

Karthik Kannan CTO and co-founder of Envision joins us with some updates for the Envision glasses. Then our CEO, Troy Otillio, talks about some changes that will be made to Aira’s free minutes and offers. For more about Envisionb, visit http://letsenvision.com. Send us your questions and comments at airacast@aira.io.

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Discovering Aira and Content Creation

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 18:58:46 -0000

Discovering aira and Content Creation

Have you ever wanted to give content creation a try? Aira is a great tool in your toolbox of creativity. Our panel of content creators and Aira Agents bring you their tips and tricks for unleashing your brand via digital media, print, video and more.

You can find our amazing panelists at:

Iris Pang Instagram: https://Instagram.com/pangbaoshaniris Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iris.m.pang Twitter: https://twitter.com/gracesong815 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iris-m-pang/

Robert Kingett Website: https://blindjournalist.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/kingettr

Claire Potter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285026739573632/

Wenwei Fisher Twitter: https://twitter.com/wenwei

Bryan Velasquez: TikTok: https://Tiktok.com/bboy8090 Facebook: https://facebook.com/bryantimothy Instagram: https://instagram.com/bryanbravado Youtube: https://youtube.com/bryanvelasquezz

Learn more about Aira and visual interpreting at http://aira.io.Episode Notes

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Monthly Explorer Call October 2022

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 17:25:27 -0000

October is full of updates here at Aira. Sandi Marcus gives us an update on Aira Points with Starbucks, https://aira.io/aira-points. You can register for our webinar, “Discovering Aira and Content Creation”, Tuesday, October 25 at 2:00pm Eastern time at https://aira.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_g9O7k3RaR7mYYT1ODnm0cA. We want to hear your workplace story at http://bit.ly/airaworks. If your workplace wants to provide Aira for employees, contact us at access@aira.io. You can get started with our desktop beta at http://aira.io/desktop. Envision has a new email list primarily for the Envision glasses. You can subscribe at envision+subscribe@groups.io. You can subscribe to our email list at aira+subscribe@groups.io. Want to keep up to date? Subscribe to our RSS feed for all of our newsroom posts, including workplace stories at http://aira.io/feed.

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Discovering Aira and the Blind Shell

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:33:20 -0000

In the first of our “Discovering” series, we talk with Diane Ducharme of Blind Shell USA about the features of the Blind Shell Classic 2 phone. You can get a demo of how to set up your Aira account at https://pnc.st/s/airacast/1cedaead/airacast-episode-43-welcome-to-aira. We’ll also talk about ways to use Aira for everything from shopping to navigating your world.Episode Notes

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Explorer Call September, 2022 featuring Envision Glasses

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 20:42:15 -0000

During this month’s call, We covered quite a bit of ground:

Phones, Glasses and on your Desktop

We invite you to try the Aira Desktop application, visit either aira.io/desktop for more information or go directly to the web-based application at explorer.aira.io.

Envision Glasses Promotion

From now until October 31, 2022, you can receive a 10% discount on the purchase of new Envision Glasses by calling Aira Customer Care at 1-800-835-1934 from 6:00am - 6:00 pm Pacific time. And when you make your first call to an Aira Agent from your Envision Glasses, 200 minutes will be credited to your Aira Account.

Join us in acknowledging White Cane Awareness Day which takes place on Saturday, October 15th.

Any time during the month of October, post a photograph to any social channel of yourself with your white cane, your guide dog or simply by yourself and tag it with #OnMyTerms. At the end of the month, we will randomly pick someone who participates to receive a fantastic gift.Episode Notes

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Airacast Episode 43 Welcome to Aira

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:46:53 -0000

We’ve had a lot of new customers in the past month with the addition of Envision glasses and the Blind Shell Classic 2 phone. We’re taking it back to the basics in this episode with a guide to installation and calls on the Blind Shell. Join us for our monthly Explorer Call at https://aira.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2dcNNvGkQW6-2JLbBUN87A with guests from Envision to talk glasses.

We’ll also have a webinar series with Blind Shell USA. Register at https://aira.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_g9O7k3RaR7mYYT1ODnm0cA

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Explorer Call August 2022 Remix

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 17:20:00 -0000

We have updates on Aira for Desktop which can be found and tested in our public beta at https://aira.io/desktop. Then we talk about plans and pricing for 2023, details at https://aira.io/newsroom.

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Airacast Episode 42 Aira for Desktop

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 17:52:00 -0000

We continue our Aira Everywhere series with Aira for Desktop. Troy Otillio, Aira’s CEO, talks about the evolution of our app for PC and Mac and why the public beta process is so important. Then we have a demo of the app. If you want to join the public beta, fill out the form at https://aira.io/choice. Episode Notes

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Airacast 41 The Blind Shell Classic 2 Phone

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 21:32:42 -0000

Next in our Aira Everywhere series we talk with Diane Ducharme of Blind Shell USA about the Blind Shell Classic2, a tactile phone with many features for those who don’t want to use a touch screen. For more information about this phone, on which Aira will appear soon, go to http://blindshellusa.com. To find a dealer outside the US, go to http://blindshell.com/where-to-buy. You can subscribe to our update list for more news about the Blind Shell phone and more at https://aira.io/choice.

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Airacast ARX Vision with Charles Leclercq

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:15:17 -0000

We talk with Charles Leclercq, http://www.arx.vision about the new ARX Vision headset. For more on this headset you can also listen to episodes of Blind Guy Talks Tech with Steven Scott in your podcast player of choice. Sign up for info about Aira and ARX at https://aira.io/choice.

June 2022 Explorer Call

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 19:08:00 -0000

This month we welcome Anthony Carona and Gabriel Lopes Cafati of Blind Pride International http://blindlgbtpride.org in honor of Pride Month. We’ll also talk about Aira Points, https://aira.io/aira-points and more ways for you to get more Aira. Plus, our summer convention schedule.

Airacast Aira points with the Aira Elves

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 22:06:27 -0000

May Explorer Call 2022

Fri, 20 May 2022 19:46:40 -0000

Sevana Massih, Aira’s Vice President of Service Delivery, outlines her role in overseeing our agents and Customer Care Team. She also talks about her experiences using sign language interpreters and the parallels to visual interpreting . CEO Troy Otillio updates us on Aira for Desktop, then takes your questions.

explorer call april 2022

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 16:17:29 -0000

Access Network Partner Feature TD Bank

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:23:49 -0000

The AIRA Access Network is comprised of businesses, transportation providers, government organizations and retail stores that cover the cost of our professional visual interpreters while using their services. TD Bank, and its on-line offering, TDbank.com recently became part of our network. This month we feature Steve Turley, Head of Consumer Distribution Strategy, Planning, and Innovation, to talk about the many ways they are innovating to meet customers’ expectations.

Explorer Call March 2022 Live from CSUN!

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 13:18:15 -0000

It’s a fireside chat this month live from the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. Our panel includes Matt Ater from Vispero, Mike May from GoodMaps and Aira’s own CEO, Troy Otillio, plus Aira’s Head of IT, Ryan Bishop talking technology, accessibility and elevators.

Explorer Call February 2022

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 19:21:33 -0000

This month we update our response to inaccessible Covid at-home test kits with a message from NFB President Mark Riccobono. Then we have big news for customers of the Texas Workforce Commission. Join Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop, Sandra Marcus and Aira CEO, Troy Otillio.

Super Bowl Commercials 2022

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 23:03:47 -0000

From a mind-reading smart speaker to some rogue clowns, Zeus in retirement and the heroic Budweiser Clydesdale, Jenine and Agent Tracy review this year’s Super Bowl commercials. Get ready and be afraid!

Football 101

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 19:46:12 -0000

Granted, we did air this prior to the Super Bowl but now you can look back with a whole new perspective. Wondering what all those football terms mean and what the formations look like? Brian Fischler, Commissioner of the All Blind fantasy Football League and That Real Blind tech Show, and Liz Loza of Yahoo Sports bring you Football 101.

Explorer Call January 2022

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 18:14:46 -0000

We start the year with a report from our CEO, Troy Otillio. Then we talk Covid rapid antigen home tests with tips for testing from https://aira.io/aira-covid-promotion. Finally it’s the big announcement about The Big Game!

Oceania Explorer Call December 2021

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 17:08:49 -0000

This month we have two special guests. Product Manager Ryan Bishop updates us on the Aira Roadmap for 2022. Then we talk more Access Network partners for Oceania with CEO Troy Otillio. This podcast has chapter markers if your player supports them.

Explorer Call December 2021

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 17:43:18 -0000

This month we hear about the new Priority Connect feature from CEO Troy Otillio. Then it’s an update from Agent Land with Joshua Flewellen. Ryan Bishop updates us on the Aira Roadmap and we take your questions and comments.

Explorer Call November 2021

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 17:04:18 -0000

This month’s call features updates to the Aira web site and our Holiday Cheer promo, plus your calls and questions. Learn about how you can win prizes just by using Access Network offers at www.aira.io/access-promotions-overview.

Explorer Call October 2021

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 20:09:27 -0000

We’re talking new Access Network partners including Connecticut, www.aira.io/stateofct. Plus great news for Spanish speakers with our new call routing feature.

E35 Harnessing Your social Media

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 19:30:38 -0000

We’re celebrating International Podcasting Day by featuring a segment from this summer’s convention with Agent Yami and her social media tips and tricks. Then we harness up with a review of the Action Chest Mount for hands-free Aira.

Oceania Explorer Call September 2021

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 14:40:40 -0000

This month we’ll review some changes to our sign in policy, the Android update and a new public beta available in our app. Plus an extended chat with our Down Under explorers.

Explorer Call September 2021

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 20:58:55 -0000

We’re joined this month by Bre Grand, Project Manager from Metro Transit, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota to talk about their unique pilot program with Aira. Then we’ve got some big news for Spanish speakers plus updates and more.

Explorer Call August 2021

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 19:38:09 -0000

This month we share some updates to our Terms Of Service. Then we introduce Aira Wallet. We’ve also got the agent-voted promo for you and we answer some great customer questions.

Explorer Call July 2021

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 16:23:46 -0000

Content Warning: This podcast contains material of a sensitive nature. Emily Hill, director, Customer Experience, joins us to go over Aira’s terms of service found at www.aira.io/tos. Then Product Manager Ryan Bishop takes us through the Aira Roadmap. This podcast contains chapter markers for easy navigation.

Oceania Explorer Call July 2021

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:10:08 -0000

Learn about Aira’s recent roadmap for the coming year with a new app and new features. We’ll also talk hands-free solutions and uses for visual interpreting. Plus, promos!

NFB 2021 Aira Roadmap

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:38:20 -0000

Aira CEO Troy Otillio, Product Manager Ryan Bishop and the Aira Engineering Team share future plans for our service over the next year and beyond.

NFB21 Aira Word School Everywhere

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:29:26 -0000

The Aira Access Network makes it possible to use our service free when doing many tasks. We’ll explore how entities become part of the network and make some major announcements regarding new partners.

Airacast 32 Convention Season

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 20:16:45 -0000

In this episode we bring you some news about our Covid Vaccine Promo. Then hear about our action-packed schedule at NFB21. Finally our agents tell you about their favorite calls.

A Year of Reflection

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 19:00:53 -0000

Join us as a panel of explorers and Aira staff discuss the past year in relation to social justice and advocacy around the Black community. How did we feel? What did we do? What have we learned?

Explorer Call June 2021

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 18:14:03 -0000

The June Explorer Call introduces one of our Development Team, talks about upcoming conventions and events for Aira and celebrates the history of Juneteenth.

Afternoon at the Museum National Zoo

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 15:02:29 -0000

This episode aired on April 30, 2021. The National Zoo is part of the Smithsonian Institution and this week we pay them a visit to check out pandas, elephants and more. Hey! Don’t forget the naked mole rats!

Afternoon at the Museum Veterans Memorial

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:17:58 -0000

In honor of Memorial Day we visit the National Veterans Memorial and Museum with special guest, Paul Mimms and Agent Wendell Hennessey. This interactive museum shows us what Boot Camp is all about, lets people exchange dialog about veterans and the military and tells the story of the people behind the uniforms.

Afternoon at the Museum American Printing House

Tue, 25 May 2021 13:45:56 -0000

Mike Hudson, Director of the American Printing House Museum, http://aph.or/museum, takes us on a fascinating tour. We’ll learn about segregated schools for the blind and the evolution of the Braille writer and other artifacts. It’s a great touchstone to blindness history.

GAAD Announcement: Aira's Global Expansion

Thu, 20 May 2021 20:30:51 -0000

Happy Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2021! Join Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop and Aira CEO Troy Otillio and visit www.aira.io/global for info on Aira’s global expansion.

Afternoon at the Museum Te Papa NZ

Mon, 17 May 2021 11:36:43 -0000

The Te Papa Tongarewa National Museum of New Zealand has extensive collections of all types. In this visit we’ll explore the Maori from native culture and dress to artifacts and foods.

Oceania Explorer Call May 2021

Mon, 17 May 2021 11:27:53 -0000

This month we talk about promos. How to use the Covid Vaccine Promo, plus Agent-Voted promos and promo automatic limits. This week we also celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Week.

Airacast 31 Community

Fri, 07 May 2021 00:07:49 -0000

Community unites us all and in this episode we’ll share all the ways we bring Aira information to you from email to Clubhouse. The May Agent-Voted promo brings us together with some grub. Then we talk with the founders of the Blind social Center @TBSCGary about how they bring support to blind and low vision people in Gary, Indiana.

Afternoon at the Museum Boston Museum of Science

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 19:53:47 -0000

From creating lightning to exploring the human body and journeying through the stars, our Access Network partners at the Boston Museum of Science have a lot to share. We’ll visit the planetarium and other exhibits to show you just how visual interpreting works.

Explorer Call April, 2021

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:55:07 -0000

This month you’ll learn about why Uber integration was removed from our app. We’ll show you how to find our Access Partners. Then Ryan Bishop, our Product Manager, will take your questions along with Aira CEO Troy Otillio and Director of Customer Experience, Emily Hill.

Afternoon at the Museum NLBM2 Jackie robinson

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:22:33 -0000

It’s all about Jackie Robinson this week as we celebrate his life and career with a return to the Negro League Baseball Museum.

Afternoon at the Museum NASA on Mars

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:21:51 -0000

One of the most exciting events of 2021 was the landing of the Perseverance Rover on Mars. We’re joined by Denna Lambert, Michelle Thaller and David Gruel from NASA to explore the Red Planet and learn about the rover and Ingenuity copter. You can learn more and hear sounds from Mars at www.mars.nasa.gov.

Afternoon at the Museum Presidential Pet Museum

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 14:20:08 -0000

Our First Families have had some very interesting pets. We’re joined by Andrew Hager, Historian in Residence with the Presidential Pet Museum to learn about the dog who caused an international incident with the French Ambassador, how a badger became a presidential pet, and so much more.

Explorer Call March 2021

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 14:25:16 -0000

This month we’re proud to feature special guest Sevana Massih, Inclusion and Diversity Program Manager with Starbucks Coffee Company. She’ll tell us how the partnership with Aira came about as well as the history and unique customer base for the Signing Store in Washington DC.

Active Zone March 2021

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 14:22:06 -0000

What did you do in your kitchen for the March challenge? We’ll find out. Plus we’ll talk exercise equipment and give you a challenge for April.

Afternoon at the Museum San Diego Zoo

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 18:34:45 -0000

We are very proud to share this week’s show with the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference virtual audience. A cavalry of agents show how Aira can enrich your navigation and on-line experience with zoos and animal-related information as we travel through the world-famous San Diego Zoo’s live cams. We’ll even answer the age-old question “What does the fox say?”

Afternoon at the Museum National Museum of African American Music

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 16:17:51 -0000

Join us to explore this new addition to the Nashville music scene tracing the history of music from spirituals to jazz and beyond.

Afternoon at the Museum The Blind History Lady

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:32:22 -0000

Peggy Chong is known as The Blind History Lady. We’ll find out why and learn about some blind people of color in this episode. Check out her page and sign up for her newsletter at http://theblindhistorylady.com.

Oceania Explorer Call Feb 2021

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 19:33:42 -0000

This month we catch up after the holidays to hear about what people did with aira on vacation. Emily introduces the Active Zone with a vegetarian meal challenge.

Explorer Call February 2021

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:23:56 -0000

This month is jam packed with info. We learn about how to text our Customer Care Team. Aira will be at CSUN and Emily gives us tips on interacting with agents. Plus we take your questions.

Introducing the Aira Active Zone

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:14:47 -0000

Every month before our Explorer call we’ll enter the Aira Active Zone where our Active Program coaches talk with an agent about ways to use those minutes each month. This time around we’re talking kitchen appliances, gadgets and recipes. We’ve also got a challenge for you.

Afternoon at the Museum Aboriginal Experience

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:43:27 -0000

This week we take a look at Black History from another perspective, that of the Aborigines in Australia. Although they are the native people of that country, they have undergone many struggles for basic human and civil rights and take inspiration from the Civil Rights movement in the US. Jennifer Perry, an Aira Explorer from Sydney, Australia, joins us for some local viewpoints as we visit the National Museum of Australia’s Civil Rights exhibit.

Afternoon at the Museum Buffalo Soldier Museum

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:54:00 -0000

We begin our journey through Black History Month with a visit to the Buffalo Soldiers Museum. What role did these soldiers play in the american West and why were they called “Buffalo Soldiers”? Find out as we visit https://www.buffalosoldiermuseum.com.

Afternoon at the Museum Civil and Human rights Center

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 14:51:26 -0000

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights is an engaging cultural attraction and human rights institution that connects the U.S. Civil Rights movement of the 1950s-1960s to the global human rights movements of today. Explore the stories of brave civil and human rights defenders who tapped their own power to bring about social change. http://civilandhumanrights.org

Afternoon at the Museum Shedd Aquarium

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 22:19:49 -0000

The Shedd Aquarium is one of the largest aquarium complexes in the US and an Aira Access Network partner. ExperienceDeveloper Ashleigh Braggs joins us to explore the many exhibits including dolphins, Beluga whales and sea otters.

Quick Trips Aira Live Notifications

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 19:54:35 -0000

You asked for it and finally you’ve got it in the latest iOS update. You can be notified when someone does an Aira Live session. Join us for this quick trip to learn how.

Kwanza Special with Dr. Linda Humes

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 18:33:04 -0000

Celebrate Kwanza with Aira! We present Dr. Linda Humes with a look at this unique holiday. Dr. Linda H. Humes is the founder/Executive director of the not-for-profit, arts-in-education organization, Yaffa Cultural Arts, Inc., in New York City. Dr. Humes is currently an adjunct assistant professor at John Jay College in New York City and the education chair of the National Association of Black storytellers.

Afternoon at the Museum US Olympic & Paralympic Museum

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 16:14:59 -0000

In this final episode for 2020 we go for the Gold with our special guest, Paralympian and Aira Explorer, Lex Gillette. Check out the many digital offerings at the US Olympic and Paralympic Museum and hear Lex’s story of what it’s really like to compete.

Explorer Call December 2020

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 14:54:18 -0000

In our last Explorer Call of 2020, we start by asking, what the heck is Jenine wearing? Then Aira’s CEO Troy Otillio takes us through the year in review. We hear from Bahzad Ballout about the Aira Active program. Emily Hill brings us news of the Aira Customer Survey and Ryan Bishop has big news of his own to share.

Tips, Tricks and Elves

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 20:57:06 -0000

Become an Aira Ninja, rate those calls and catch up on Aira News in this episode. We’ll also have a visit from the Aira Elves.

Australasia Explorer Call December 2020

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 13:51:04 -0000

Emily Hill, Aira’s Director of Customer Experience, and Graham Innes of blind Citizens Australia bring you our December Explorer Call with a focus on the holidays. You’ll also learn about our Aira Active program.

Afternoon at the Museum AJM Part 2

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 14:08:53 -0000

We explore the digital collection in Part 2 of our trip to the American Jazz Museum. This collection of photos and stories highlights the museum’s rich history and that of the surrounding neighborhood. You can explore this content at www.americanjazzmuseum.org/ajmathome.

Afternoon at the Museum American Jazz Museum Part1

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 19:45:43 -0000

Jazz is the truly American sound. In this first of two visits to the American Jazz Museum, we look at the virtual tour as part of www.americanjazzmuseum.org/ajmathome. Thanks to Explorer Wayne Percy for this link to his contribution to jazz as well.

https://youtu.be/S1sJ9GF0Z3E

Explorer Call November 2020

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 17:01:40 -0000

This month Ryan and Jenine are joined by Aira CEO Troy Otillio to discuss on-line shopping, give some updates on Starbucks and other Aira News and answer some excellent questions from our customers.

Afternoon at the Museum NMAAHC Part 1

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:42:53 -0000

Part of the Smithsonian Institute, the National Museum of African American History and Culture is rich with collections just right for exploring with Aira. For our next two programs, we’ll take a look through these collections and other on-line content from the NMAAHC spotlighting music and sports. Host Stephanie Watts ventures through two aspects of American life that bring us together while telling the stories of the difficult path to get here.

Oceania Explorer Call

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:01:18 -0000

Aira is pleased to share our first explorer call dedicated to those living in Australia, New Zealand and the Oceania region. Aira’s Director of Customer Experience, Emily Hill, joins Graham Innes of Blind citizens Australia to discuss all things Aira.

Afternoon at the Museum NLBM

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:34:20 -0000

Baseball season may be over but we never get tired of learning about America’s game. Stephanie Watts, Paul Mimms and Paul Schroeder are joined in this episode by Ray Doswell, Vice President of Curatorial Services at the Negro League Baseball Museum. The Negro Leagues gave us not only a rich history but a direct path to baseball, and integrated sports as we know them today. You can check out this museum at www.nlbm.com.

Afternoon at the Museum NMAAHC Part 2

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 16:29:33 -0000

In Part Two of our visit to the NMAAHC, we’ll continue our exploration of music and sports and their intersectionality. Join Stephanie Watts and our Aira Agents as we delve into the vast collections of this museum. .

Expedition 204: Team Viewer

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 16:20:57 -0000

Team Viewer and Team Viewer quick Support are the powerful screen sharing apps we use at Aira. In this expedition we’ll go over how to download, install and use the Team Viewer app for PC and Mac. Then it’s on to Quick support for your smart phone. Learn about how this app differs between and within mobile platforms. We also take your questions.

Expedition 203 Formatting with Finesse

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:49:24 -0000

In this expedition we’ll trek through the wilds of formatting, observing documents and Power Point presentations in their native habitats, Stalking the elusive spreadsheet and even taming the deadly PDF form. We’ll explore how to work most efficiently with an agent while creating memorable material.

Explorer Call October 2020

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:19:53 -0000

This month is full of big events and significance. Aira CEO Troy Otilio gives us some big news about Target and talks about how important the Starbucks test project is to Aira’s future. We also celebrate Disability Employment Awareness Month with agent Maia’s presentation on resumes. She’ll share how to prepare for your agent call and what to include in a modern resume.

Flatten Inaccessibility

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:16:25 -0000

In this special episode we welcome Dr. L. Penny Rosenblum, Director of Research at the American Foundation for the Blind. She and Paul Schroeder, Aira’s Senior Policy Advisor, will discuss the final report of the Flatten Inaccessibility survey, found at www.flatteninaccessibility.com. Dr. Rosenblum also tells us about upcoming AFB Town Hall meetings, details at www.afb.org. You can contact her about the survey at flatten_report@afb.org.

Expedition 202: Positioning

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 17:00:49 -0000

One of the most intimidating aspects of working with a mobile phone’s camera is knowing how to position it to capture the information you want. In this expedition Aira’s expert agent guides will walk you through how we explain positioning, the importance of lighting and how to capture that perfect photo. We’ll also show off some hands-free items for easier positioning, including a neck mount from https://harboltcompany.com/

Airacast Primo Promos

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 21:28:12 -0000

In this episode we share the newest promos. Paul Schroeder talks with Jenine about voting and our Get Out The Vote offer. Then we learn all about the 10 +10 WayAround offer to help you organize your world.

Expedition 201 Basics

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 13:46:45 -0000

We begin our second Expedition series with an introduction to Aira. We’ll review the Android and iOS versions of the Aira app and share some efficiency tips.

Afternoon at the Museum National Civil rights Museum

Sat, 26 Sep 2020 17:18:52 -0000

Aira is proud to bring you our Afternoon at the Museum series to explore this rich content with one of our highly trained agents. Host Stephanie Watts will be joined by Paul Mimms, Aira Explorer, veteran and someone who has lived the civil rights struggle on several levels. We bring you this presentation as part of our outreach and educational support of Black Lives Matter.

UK September 2020 Explorer Callff

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 19:16:45 -0000

This month we discuss Aira’s Terms of Service, www.aira.io/tos with Joshua Flewellen, Agent Manager and Ryan Bishop. We also let our UK Explorers know about an opportunity to do a short video interview about their Aira use to help promote the service and Access locations in the UK.

September 2020 Explorer Call

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 16:07:51 -0000

September 2020 Explorer Call

This month we revisit, as we do several times per year, Aira’s terms of service, www.aira.io/tos, with Emily Hill, Director of Customer Experience. We also hear from CEO Troy Otillio about Aira’s progress since the changes to the Free 5-minute offer.

Afternoon at the Museum Tuskegee Airmen

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 14:42:57 -0000

Despite the views of a segregated military and command, who did not think Black men were smart enough to handle the task of protecting our country, the Tuskegee Airmen exceeded expectations. Their acts of heroism embodied bravery, whether on the flight line or wherever deployed. Our host Stephanie Watts visits the Tuskegee Airmen National site Virtual Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/tuskegee_airmen/index.html

Aira and WayAround Webinar

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 17:31:56 -0000

Through a smart phone app, Aira’s trained agents provide visual information about items like groceries, mail and other household and office products. WayAround tags work through NFC, a smart phone app and the WayLink device to provide a wide array of information to organize and identify just about anything. WayTags come in a variety of shapes and methods to attach to items. What can these two do together?

Jessica Hipp from WayAround will join Jenine Stanley, Emma Vincent and Ryan Bishop along with explorers and WayAround users Paul Parravano and Paul Mimms to demonstrate the power of an Aira Agent and a Way Tag to get yourself organized.

Afternnon at the Museum AAMI

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 22:27:05 -0000

In this first episode we travel with host and Aira Explorer Stephanie Watts and Aira Agent Julia to the African American Museum of Iowa. Learn how Aira brings museums and on-line content to life for blind and low vision people. Also learn about free Aira at all members of the Association of African American Museums through the end of 2020.

Airacast Short Trips

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 15:11:01 -0000

These shortened podcasts give you tips and tricks to make the most of your Aira service.

In this episode we talk about getting organized, highlight the Message feature and tell you about your Explorer Folder.

August 2020 UK Explorer Call

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 19:23:57 -0000

This month we travel to Aira Agent Land with Agent Training Specialist Carla Cane and Agents James and Maddison. They’ll tell us what it takes to become an agent, all about the dashboard and secret Agent super powers, plus how you can make the most out of your calls. We’re also joined by Robin Spinks of RNIB and Aira CEO Troy Otilio.

August 2020 Explorer Call

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 14:58:03 -0000

We’re taking a trip to Agent Land this month with a very special panel. Carla Cane, Agent Training Specialist, and Agents Mark, Rob and Sarah join cohosts Ryan Bishop and Jenine Stanley to talk everything Aira Agent from training to the dashboard to tips on how to get the most from every call.

Expedition 106 aira in Higher education

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:26:13 -0000

In the last of our initial Expedition series we take a look at the use of Aira in educational settings. Tour guides Emma Vincent, Tiffany Manosh and Hope Paulos are joined by Paul Schroeder, Director of Public Policy at Aira. Special guests for this expedition are Kate Katulak of Perkins School for the Blind and Leonard Moore of the California Department of Rehabilitation. We’ll discuss how to work with Aira to prepare for college and the many use cases at the college level for both physical and distance learning, including our Access partners, Vista Higher Learning and D2LBrightspace.

Airacast Higher Education in the Age of COVID-19

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 19:39:40 -0000

The world has changed due to COVID-19 and higher education institutions are no exception. On this special episode of Airacast we interview Veronica Lewis and Jessica Karim, both students who have incorporated Aira into their education tool box for everything from social distancing on a physical campus to on-line learning. Peter Bossley is the Deputy ADA Administrator with Ohio State University. He’ll tell us about what becoming an Aira Access location will mean to students in the coming year as well as how Ohio State made this decision.

Expedition 105: Aira in the Workplace

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 14:25:49 -0000

Aira can be a powerful tool in both your job search and employment. This expedition starts with a look at how to get Aira through the vocational rehabilitation system with Stacy Cervenka and Paul Schroeder. We’ll tell you about our Job Seeker and Intuit Small Business promos. Then our tour guides, Tiffany Manosh, Hope Paulos and Stacie Gallegos with agent Emma Vincent take us through some workplace tasks and answer your questions.

Celebrating Access Winners Presentation

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 14:52:19 -0000

Airacast proudly brings you the presentation of the Celebrating Access winners from our Youtube channel. This presentation was live on Monday, August 3, 2020 and features Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop and Aira’s CEO, Troy Otilio.

Expedition 104: Shopping with Aira

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 18:55:08 -0000

Whether it’s at a brick and mortar location or online, Aira is a powerful companion to your shopping. We’ll talk about strategies to maximize your time and effort in places like the grocery store. Then it’s on-line for examples of how Aira can efficiently get what you need and enhance your shopping experience.

Expedition 103 Its all about the teamwork.

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 18:23:41 -0000

Team Viewer and Team Viewer Quick support are screen sharing apps that allow your Aira agent to work with your computer or smart phone. We’ll show you how these apps work, tasks you can perform and limitations of the smart phone. Emma Vincent, Shay Duarte, Raul Gallegos and Tiffany Manosh join Ryan Bishop and Jenine Stanley to show how Team Viewer works with an agent on the PC, Mac, Android and iPhone. We also recommend Airacast Episode 22 It’s all about the teamwork.

UK Explorer Call July 2020

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:34:34 -0000

Aira is excited to welcome our UK Explorers with this introductory call. We’re joined by CEO Troy Otilio, Kevin Phelan, Bailey Putney and Ryan Bishop who will all welcome our newest service area and tell you more about Aira. What’s an Aira Access location? What can I do with your service? How does it work for social distancing? We’ve got the answers.

July 2020 Explorer Call

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 17:58:31 -0000

This month we welcome our UK Explorers with CEO Troy Otilio. Bailey Putney joins us to show our new Social Distancing video and tell us about how to Jump Up our July! That’s not all. You’ll learn how to get the most from our AAAM offerings and more Aira news as well.

Expedition 102: Aira On The Go

Sat, 04 Jul 2020 20:51:33 -0000

In this expedition we look at hands-free options for using Aira, especially when traveling. We’ll also cover using Aira while walking, on public transit, trains and in air travel. Tour guides on this journey include Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop, Tiffany Manosh, Stacie Gallegos and Emma Vincent.

Expedition 101 The Basics

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 16:47:46 -0000

Aira goes on Expedition with tour guides Tiffany Manosh, Hope Paulos, Emma Vincent, Ryan Bishop and Jenine Stanley. We’ll be touring the main purpose and features of the Aira App. How does it work? What can you do once you get your agent on the line? Please keep your hands inside the tour. Bus and get ready for this first in a series of Aira Expeditions!

June Explorer Call

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 17:17:38 -0000

The June Explorer Call features Aira CEO Troy Otillio with some information about our support of Black Lives Matter and anti-racism, plus news of a recent service interruption. Then we talk with Janet Dickelman, American Council of the Blind and Norma Crosby, National Federation of the Blind, about their 2020 virtual national conventions. Lots of other Aira happenings get reported as well so be ready to take notes.

May 2020 Out and About

Fri, 29 May 2020 18:38:16 -0000

As the world opens back up again, many of us are thinking about traveling, either around the neighborhood or by air. In this episode we talk with Pat Pound, Aira Explorer and Consultant with Open Doors Organization about navigating airports and air travel with some great tips. Emily Hill, Agent Operations Manager, talks about using Aira hands-free and in the Agent Spotlight it’s Gwen Ross.

My Explorer Call

Tue, 26 May 2020 21:45:53 -0000

Big news for our Australian Explorers with Ryan Bisop, Customer Account Manager, plus a new Access location. Next we talk with Emily Hill, Agent Operations Manager with updates from Agent Land. Paul Schroeder helps us celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2020. Then we talk social distancing with Aira.

Coping with COVID-19

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 20:40:45 -0000

This episode of Airacast features our explorer community talking about how they are coping with life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Then our Agent Spotlight shines on Marissa Callahan.

April 2020 Explorer Call Panel

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 17:55:36 -0000

In this episode of Airacast we bring you the panel portion of the April 2020 Explorer Call. Erin Sanborn reviews Aira’s terms of service. Then CEO Troy Otillio talks about Aira’s response to COVID-19 and introduces Joshua Flewellen to share results from Aira’s initial COVID-19 survey. Finally Paul Schroeder highlights the recently completed Flatten Inaccessibility early survey results.

Explorer Call March 2020

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:45:59 -0000

COVID-19 is on our minds of course and Emily Hill has a special update from Agent Land. Then it’s on to Android with Raul Gallegos. We go hands-free on this call with guests Bahzad Balout, and Eric Burton. Finally we hear from the Explorer Community. It’s a jam packed call!

Fberuary 202 Explorer Call

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 19:53:33 -0000

We’ve packed a lot of information into this brief Explorer call. Learn about our new Access locations, like the Milwaukee County Transit system. Next we hear from a special guest about Aira’s future. Then we finish with “Secrets from Agent Land” with Erin Sandborn.

Happy Birthday Aira!

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 14:52:40 -0000

January 2020 marks Aira’s fifth birthday. Join us in our first Explorer Call of the year to hear from staff and explorers. What was Aira like in the beginning? What’s your favorite Aira experience?

It's all about the Teamwork

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 14:45:31 -0000

Team Viewer and Team Viewer Quick Support are powerful tools you can use to allow an agent to view your screen. Our first episode of Airacast shows you how to get set up. You can find the PC or Mac version of Team Viewer at www.teamviewer.com. The iOS version we cover can be found in the iOS App Store.

December 2019

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 20:18:45 -0000

Explorer Call, December, 2019

Our last Explorer Call of 2019 is packed with goodness. Emily Hill joins us to talk shopping promo and other things from the land of Aira Agents. Greg Stilson and Paul Schroeder update us on happenings at Aira as we move quickly toward 2020. Greg also asks for your input on Siri Shortcuts.

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Wide Angle Partnerships

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 22:05:31 -0000

Airacast Episode 21 Wide Angle Partnerships

You may have read that Aira now works with the multi-camera systems for the iPhone but did you know exactly what a cool thing that is? Find out in this episode as we speak with Greg Stilson, Vice President of Product. Then Amy Bernal focuses on different types of partnerships that ultimately give you a better Aira experience.