Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 383- New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Accessibility Improvements

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:34:13 -0000

KOB-TV in Albuquerque is reporting that the New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is getting $6 million for upgrades. The upgrades will enhance accessibility for wheelchair-bound kids. Here to talk about the upgrades is Pual Kilman. Mr. Kilman is the New Mexico School for the Blind’s Early Childhood Program Principal.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-383-new-mexico-school-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaireds-accessiblity-improvements

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Visit acbmedia.org at http://www.acbmedia.org/1 (1 = stream number). The site has a built-in media player and there is no need to install or use a media player on your device. Hit the play button and the stream will begin playing immediately.

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Download “ACB Link” from your app store. Find “Radio” along the bottom of the screen, then “Menu” in the top left corner. Select “Live Streams” and then choose “ACB Media 1 - Mainstream.” Double tap the play button.

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 382- ACB 2026 STEP Program

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0000

The American Council of the Blind is launching STEP. STEP stands for Strengthen Teens, Elevate Potential. Strengthen Teens, Elevate Potential is a new youth program launching at ACB’s 2026 Convention. STEP is for blind and visually impaired high school students and their families to explore independence, identity, advocacy, and life beyond high school. We welcome back ACB’s very own Cindy Holis to talk about the program.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-382-acb-step-program

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 381- ACB 2026 Leadership Conference

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0000

The American Council of the Blind’s 2026 Leadership Conference is coming. It’s the smaller convention leading up to ACB’s bigger convention in St. Louis, Missouri this July. Here to talk about the leadership conference is ACB President Deb Cook Lewis.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-381-2026-acb-leadership-conference

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 380- Mammals Restoring Vision

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:12:55 -0000

Popular Mechanics says that mammals may not have ocular regeneration superpowers. But a new study shows that nature might have a couple of tricks up its sleeve. Joining me to talk about the recent study on restoring vision in humans is Athanasios (Thanasis) Alexandris. Thanasis is the study’s lead author and works for Johns Hopkins University.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-380-mammals-restoring-vision

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 379- The Blind Pitmaster

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:00:50 -0000

CBS Texas reports that Chris Jones is a blind man who loves to barbecue. He loves barbecuing so much that he opened his own barbecue restaurant in Duncanville, Texas. Chris is here to talk about his restaurant and how he grills the best smoked meats.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-379-the-blind-pitmaster

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 378- VIPS

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 16:09:29 -0000

The Modesto Bee reports that Visually Impaired Persons Support, or VIPS, provides independent living skills services. The services are for blind and visually impaired Stansilaus and Tuolumne County, California residents. Here to talk about VIPS are Executive Director Isaiah Siordia, and clients Patrick Spangler, Zowie Mason, and Nevaeh Ross Burton.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-378-vips

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 377- Asanda Pavlacka

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0000

CBS San Francisco reports that Asanda Pavlacka is a blind multi-sport athlete. Asanda has competed in gymnastics, swimming, running, and martial arts. And she’s competed in blind cricket. Asanda made it to the USA team to represent America. And she recently participated in the first World Cup Cricket in India. Asanda joins us to talk about that exciting experience.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-377-asanda-pavlacka

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 376- ACB Next Generation

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:51:40 -0000

ACB Next Generation is an American Council of the Blind special interest affiliate. This affiliate is targeted towards ACB members under forty. Some of ACB Nextgen’s members are young parents and professionals and college graduates. Joining us to talk about ACB Next Generation is its President Kristen Kelling.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-376-acb-next-generation

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED)

“Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):

Victor Reader Stream Access:

Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play.

Alternate Dial-In access

Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above)

If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 375- Etiquette for meeting with visually impaired people

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0000

University of Utah’s Amanda Cornelius joins us. Amanda is the University Eye Center’s Social Worker. Amanda’s going to talk about the proper etiquette for meetings between sighted and visually impaired people. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-375-etiquette-for-meeting-with-visually-impaired-people

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED): Visit acbmedia.org at http://www.acbmedia.org/1 (1 = stream number). The site has a built-in media player and there is no need to install or use a media player on your device. Hit the play button and the stream will begin playing immediately.

Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED): Download “ACB Link” from your app store. Find “Radio” along the bottom of the screen, then “Menu” in the top left corner. Select “Live Streams” and then choose “ACB Media 1 - Mainstream.” Double tap the play button.

Victor Reader Stream Access: Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play. Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 374- Space Camp for Blind and Visually Impaired Students

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:58:09 -0000

WAFF-TV in Huntsville, Alabama reports that the U.S. Space and Rocket Center just held its Space Camp for Interested Visually Impaired Students. The acronym for the camp is SCIVIS. SCIVIS coordinators worked with staff in modifying Aviation Challenge and Space Camp simulators and activities to accommodate various blind and visually impaired students. Here to talk about the recent Space Camp, along with next year’s event, is Dan Oates. Dan is the SCIVIS Coordinator. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-374-space-camp-for-blind-and-visually-impaired-students

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number). PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED): Visit acbmedia.org at http://www.acbmedia.org/1 (1 = stream number). The site has a built-in media player and there is no need to install or use a media player on your device. Hit the play button and the stream will begin playing immediately.

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 373- Robot Guide Dog

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 20:35:09 -0000

According to Robotics and Automation News, a team at Georgia Tech is developing a robotic guide dog. Joining us to talk about the robotic guide dog will be Georgia Tech School of Interactive Computing Professor Bruce Walker and Assistant Professor Sehoon Ha. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-373-robot-guide-dog

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 372- Tooth-In-Eye Surgery

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0000

WABC-TV in New York is reporting on a new tooth-in-eye surgery. This surgery removes the patient’s tooth, putting a plastic lens into the tooth, and stitching the entire thing into the patient’s eye socket. The tooth-in-eye surgery is an unusual procedure done for patients with severe corneal blindness. Joining us to talk about the surgery will be ophthalmologist Dr. Greg Moloney and his patient Brent Chapman. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-372-tooth-in-eye-surgery

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 371- ACB Lions

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0000

ACB Lions- August 29th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) The American Council of Blind Lions give potential Lions Club members across the U.S. the chance to share experiences and ideas. The potential members also learn how to be more active in their local Lions Clubs. Debbie Deatherage, American Council of Blind Lions President, will join us to talk more about this affiliate. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-371-acb-lions

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 370- John Helzer

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 20:31:06 -0000

KGO-TV in San Francisco, California reported on John Helzer. John was diagnosed with Diabetic Retinopathy in 2018. Having the disease didn’t stop John from adapting to his vision loss and returning to work. John will join us to talk about how he did just that. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-370-john-helzer

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 369- Ai

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0000

FOX 16 Little Rock reports that Artificial Intelligence is becoming more popular on social media, in schools, and in the workplace. Ai is also helping blind and visually impaired adults. Joining us to talk about how Ai is doing just that are World Services for the Blind President and CEO Eric Yarberry, Accessibility Instructor Josh Upshaw, and Assisted Technology Instructor Sean Scheeler. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-369-ai

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 368- Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:55:57 -0000

Mrs. Karen Heeson is a Teacher of the Visually Impaired at the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Janesville, Wisconsin. But what does a Teacher of the Visually Impaired do? Mrs. Heeson joins us to answer that question. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-368-teacher-of-the-visually-impaired

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 367- VIBE

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:54:20 -0000

FOX 23 reports that the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services is starting a new program for helping visually impaired clients find jobs. Joining us to talk about the program will be the Department’s Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s Division Program Manager Cheryl Snow. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-367-vibe

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 366- Sierra Services for the Blind

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:07:35 -0000

Sierra Services for the Blind is a special blind services agency in Nevada City, California. The organization offers services to the blind and visually impaired living in the Foothill communities of Nevada and Placer Counties. What makes Sierra Services unique is that it’s the only nationwide blindness agency serving a rural community exclusively. Joining us to talk about Sierra Services for the Blind will be its Executive Director Richard Crandall. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-366-sierra-services-for-the-blind

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 365- Gold Nanoparticles

Sat, 24 May 2025 00:00:00 -0000

Gold Nanoparticles-_ _May 23rd, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) Providence, Rhode Island’s Brown University just completed a study on how some nanoparticles and a device might help restore the vision of retinal patients. Joining us to talk about the study’s promise will be Dr. Jiarui Nie. Dr. Nie is a National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Researcher who led the study while completing her Doctorate at Brown University. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-365-gold-nanoparticles

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 364- Marching Band

Thu, 15 May 2025 15:41:34 -0000

A special group of students and faculty members at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo are creating a unique device. The device is going to help blind and visually impaired marching band members stay in position. Joining us to talk about the device are Cal Poly faculty members and students Chandni Sharma, Professor Robert Crockett, music teacher Brent Boon, and Emma Merriman. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-364-marching-band

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 363- FCB

Sat, 03 May 2025 00:00:00 -0000

We’ll be talking to ACB’s Florida affiliate: The Florida Council of the Blind (FCB). Joining us to speak out and talk about FCB will be Mikey Wiseman, the Florida Council of the Blind’s President. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-363-fcb

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 362- CCLVI 2025

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0000

One ACB affiliate establishes the right of low vision people to fully use their vision through available technology, servicers, and aids. This affiliate also provides a system for low vision individuals to express their own preferences, interests, and needs. And the special group educates low vision people, the public, and professionals about the needs, capabilities, and potential of low vision individuals. This ACB affiliate is called the Council of Citizens with Low Vision International, or CCLVI. CCLVI Public Relations Committee member Christine Chaikin and Board of Directors Second Vice-President Terry Pacheco are here to tell us about this exciting affiliate and how you can join. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-362-cclvi-in-2025 Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 361- ACB of Nebraska

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 18:22:00 -0000

We’re talking about one of ACB’s finest state affiliates: The American Council of the Blind of Nebraska. Joining us to talk about ACBN will be Kristal Platt. She’s the American Council of the Blind of Nebraska’s President. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-361-acb-of-nebraskaacb-of-nebraska

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 360- A New Low-Vision Clinic

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 19:40:22 -0000

Monterey County Now reports that The Blind and Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County has opened a new low-vision clinic. The low-vision clinic is located in Salinas, California. We welcome back Steven Macias. Steven is the Executive Director of the Blind and Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County. He joins us to talk about the new low-vision clinic.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-360-low-vision-clinic

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 359- ACB Community

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0000

We’re very excited to welcome back American Council of the Blind’s Cindy Hollis. Cindy is ACB’s Manager of Membership Engagement. She’s here to talk about ACB’s Community Calls and how they’ve positively changed ACB and the blind community for the past five years. For more information on this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-359-acb-communitys-past-present-and-future

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 358- Quest for Improved Audio description

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 01:00:00 -0000

The Santa Cruz Sentinel reports that many blind and visually impaired listen to a video without visuals and can’t get the whole experience. That’s the experience the blind and visually impaired have when using social media and watching video tutorials. University of California, UC Santa Cruz Computational Media Department and Baskin School of Engineering Professor Sri Kurniawan is trying to solve the problem. Professor Kurniawan and her colleagues are working with the blind community to find useful features for new auto-generated audio description programs. Professor Kurniawan is here to talk about her mission. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-358-quest-for-improved-audio-description

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 357- Impacts of Visual Impairment on Children

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0000

Texas Tech Now reports that two Texas Tech Clinical Psychology professors: Adam T. Schmidt and Sarah Victor are conducting a study on blind and visually impaired children. The study examines the kids’ experiences around their families, peers, schools, and other settings. The professors earned an over $3,000,000 grant from the National Eye Institute for the study. Sarah and Adam join us to talk about the study. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-357-impacts-of-visual-impairments-on-children

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 356- Blind Center of Nevada

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0000

The Blind of Nevada in Las Vegas assists the blind and visually impaired in achieving their highest potential. How does the center do that? Blind Center of Nevada President Todd Imholte is here to tell us. For more information on this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-356-blind-center-of-nevada

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 355- Boxing and Southwest Kids in Action

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:37:39 -0000

KOLR-TV. In Springfield, Missouri is talking about the Southwest Kids in Action group. The group provides recreational opportunities for blind and visually impaired kids. One of the opportunities is learning boxing and self-defense. Southwest Kids in Action and 417 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu joined forces. They gave a boxing and self defense class. Glenn Cozzens, who helps run 417 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Lydia Regier, Program Coordinator for the St. Louis Lighthouse for the Blind, are here to talk about the class and special group. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-355-boxing-and-southwest-kids-in-action Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 354- Train Audio Guide

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:27:47 -0000

The BBC reports that blind man Dave Smith sits on an accessibility advisory panel. The panel is a part of Britain’s Translink Railway System. Dave just wrote an audio guide for the blind and all people with disabilities to understand the train layout before traveling. Dave will be here to talk about the layout and guide. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-354-train-audio-guide Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 353- Viewfinders and their Lenses

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0000

The website mentalfloss.com reports that Virginia is the first State to receive colorblind-friendly viewfinders. The viewfinders are at all of Virginia’s forty-five State parks. Natural Tunnel State Park, in Duffield, Virginia, was the first to add the viewfinders in 2023. The viewfinders got quite the reception. So the viewfinders were installed at the rest of Virginia’s State parks. Enchroma Vice President of Communications and Partnerships Kent Streeb and Virginia State Parks Director Dr. Melissa Baker are here with us. They’re going to explain how the viewfinders and their lenses are helping color blind visitors enjoy the best of Virginia’s State parks. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-353-viewfinders-and-their-lenses Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 352- Magic

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0000

The Standard reports that worldwide magicians are being challenged. That challenge is showcasing the best tricks for the blind and visually impaired. These tricks only use sound. There’s a new competition for showcasing the sound-only magic tricks. Associate Professor in Psychology Dr. Gustav Kuhn of the University of Plymouth in England will talk about the contest. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-352-magic

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 351- Tandem Biking

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0000

The Leader Newspaper reports that the Houston Lighthouse out of Texas is offering tandem bike rides for the blind on the first Saturday of each month. Here to talk about tandem biking for the blind is Lighthouse of Houston’s Marketing and Development Director Daryan Jones. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-351-tandem-biking Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 350- The Blind Barbie Doll

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0000

Mattel has just launched its best Barbie doll in years. It’s a blind Barbie doll. Yes my fellow listeners. We now have a blind Barbie doll. Here to talk about the new doll is UK based blind broadcaster and blind Barbie Ambassador, disability activist, and journalist Lucy Edwards and American Foundation for the Blind Assistant Vice President of Communications Tony Stephens. Barbie joined forces with the American Foundation for the Blind to debut the doll. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-350-the-blind-barbie-doll Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 349- The Visually Impaired and Cybersecurity

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:38:54 -0000

KCTV reports that several visually impaired students just attended a special summer camp in Kansas City, Missouri. The students learned how to build websites and good cybersecurity practices to better protect themselves online. The camp was known as Alphapointe’s annual technology camp. Alphapointe Senior Manager of special events Jake McLaughlin joins us to talk about the camp. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-349-the-visually-impaired-and-cybersecurity Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 348- Mentoring Program

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 17:02:00 -0000

According to northjersey.com, New Jersey’s Department of Human Services just began an annual mentorship program for its second year. The program strengthens connections between older and younger New Jerseyans with vision loss. Here to talk more about the program is Dr. Charles Pat McKenna. Pat is New Jersey Department of Human Services Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired Assistant Division Director. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-348-mentorship-program Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 347- Piano

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 16:45:15 -0000

WPIX-TV of New York reports that Flushing, Queens blind fifth grader Hao Wen Deng is a piano prodigy. Hao Wen currently studies music at the city’s Filomen M. D’ Agostino Greenberg, or FMDG school. The FMDG music school serves blind and visually impaired people from five to ninety-five years old. Hao Wen and his fellow students just performed in a big concert at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. FMDG music school Executive Director Leslie Jones joins us to talk about the recent concert at the Met. We also can’t forget Hao Wen. He’s also here to talk about his musical life.

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 346- Friendly Like Me

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0000

We’re talking about a new app on today’s show. The app is called Friendly Like Me. Friendly Like Me helps people with disabilities and individuals with body weight concerns find accessible places and events just for them. Some of these events and places are accessible for all blind and visually impaired users of the app. Co-Founder and CEO Elysia Everett joins us to talk all about the app called Friendly Like Me. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-346-friendly-like-me Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 345- Sight Unseen

Sat, 25 May 2024 00:00:00 -0000

We’re going to be talking with Dolly Lewis (Tess), Agam Darshi (Sunny), and Executive Producers Nikolijne and Karen Troubetzkov about the new CTV Canada and CW US TV series Sight Unseen. They’ll tell us how visually diverse homicide detective Tess Avery and her sighted guide Sunny solve some rather unresolved cases. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-345-sight-unseen Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 344- Voting Lawsuit

Sat, 04 May 2024 00:00:00 -0000

The San Francisco Chronicle and KRON-TV report that advocates for California’s blind voters want help from federal courts. The advocates are suing California’s Secretary of State. The suit comes after the State’s rules give no other choice to blind and visually impaired individuals, but to give their ballots to other people in order to vote by mail. The two major Plaintiffs are the California Council of the Blind and the National Federation of the Blind of California. California Council of the Blind member Jeff Thom, National Federation of the Blind of California member Tim Elder, and Disability Rights Advocates Staff Attorney Rosa (Rosie) Lee Bichell join us to talk about the suit. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-344-voting-lawsuit Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 343- ACB Executive Director Scott Thornhill

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0000

The American Council of the Blind has a new Executive Director. ACB’s new Executive Director is Scott Thornhill. Scott took office on March 18th. The ACB Board voted Scott in to lead the over sixty-year-old organization. Scott joins us to talk about his experience and plans for leading ACB. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://www.acb.org/acb-names-scott-thornhill-new-executive-director Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 342- Heroes- A Benefit Concert for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0000

Miami’s Community News reports that a benefit concert is coming up. The show is hosted by American Heritage Schools and the Lighthouse of Broward in Florida. The event is called Heroes. Heroes is a benefit auction and concert for the blind and visually impaired. Heroes will be featuring singer Mitch Franco. Mitch, along with American Heritage Schools CEO Dr. Douglas Laurie, and Lighthouse of Broward President and CEO Ellyn Drotzer join us to talk about the concert. Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Mitch Franco was not featured. Lighthouse of Broward Vice-President of Strategic Initiatives and Development Jose Lopez Masso is also featured, elaborating on the Heroes event. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-342-heroes-a-benefit-concert-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 341- Orientation Center for the Blind

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 20:24:04 -0000

The Orientation Center for the Blind is located in Albany, California. OCB is operated by the California Department of Rehabilitation. The Center assists the State’s blind job seekers with acquiring some important skills. The skills help the students adjust to vision loss and receive the tools for getting their dream jobs. California Department of Rehabilitation’s Specialized Services Director Sue Pelbath is here to tell us about this special place. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-341-orientation-center-for-the-blind Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 340- The Blind & Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0000

We’re going to Monterey, California. It’s just over an hour away from San Jose. It’s home to beautiful beaches, a large aquarium, and one of Forrest Gump’s favorite seafood restaurants. And there’s a special place in nearby Pacific Grove. The Blind & Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County. BVIC’s Executive Director Steven Macias joins us to explain how the center provides services for Monterey County’s visually impaired. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-340-the-blind-visually-impaired-center-of-monterey-county Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 339- The Blind, Visually Impaired, and the Solar Eclipse

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Mychamplainvalley.com reports that over fifty million people will be seeing this April’s solar eclipse. That includes the blind and visually impaired community. Harvard’s Center for Astrophysics Astronomer Allyson Bieryla has figured out one way to help the blind see and experience the wonder of the solar eclipse. That’s by turning light into sound. Allyson’s here to talk about how the innovative method has been realized. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-339-the-blind-visually-impaired-and-the-solar-eclipse Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 338- Blind Film Director Adam Morse

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 21:32:41 -0000

Adam Morse is a blind film director. Deseret News says that Adam just recently directed the Google Javier In Frame ad for this year’s Super Bowl. Adam joins us to talk about the commercial and his path to filmmaking. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-338-blind-film-director-adam-morse Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 337- John Oliviera

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 01:00:00 -0000

The Herald News reports that John Oliviera didn’t let being visually impaired keep him from fulfilling his American Dream and living independently. Now John’s helping others do the same. He has a new role as the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind’s appointed Commissioner. John’s here to tell us all about his accomplishments and how he is speaking out. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-337-john-oliviera Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 336- 2024 ACB Leadership Conference

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 01:00:00 -0000

ACB Media’s very own American Council of the Blind’s 2024 Leadership Conference is just around the corner. Think of it as the mini convention leading up to ACB’s big conference and convention in Jacksonville, Florida this summer. Here to talk about the leadership conference is one of my all-time favorite guests: ACB President Deb Cook Lewis. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-336-2024-acb-leadership-conference Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 335- Blind Tennis

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Blind Tennis-_ _February 9th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) We’ve covered many adaptive sports for the blind and visually impaired on this show. They’ve ranged from golf to soccer. But what about tennis? Ah yes! Today’s topic is all about blind and low-vision tennis. ABC News Australia reports that the sport is growing in popularity with the blind and visually impaired. Joining us to talk about what makes blind tennis different from regular tennis is Blind Sports Australia Chief Executive Matt Clayton. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-335-blind-tennis Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 334- Out-Of-Sight (Updated)

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Out-Of-Sight (updated)-_ _January 19th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) You may remember a previous episode where I covered Out-Of-Sight. Out-Of-Sight is a non-profit audio chat, learning, and gaming website made up of mainly blind and visually impaired members. Each week, the website provides several programs and events, including a book club, technical computer assistance, interactive games, and a live “On Stage” event, showcasing each of the members’ best talents. Informal, casual chat is also a notable part of Out-Of-Sight’s activities. Basically, Out-Of-Sight thinks of itself as a family with members who offer support, share information, knowledge, laughs, and simple fun times. Roger Khouri, an Out-Of-Sight member, returns to Speaking Out for the Blind to explain this special website. He’s also going to tell us about the website’s upcoming Sixteenth Birthday Celebration. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-334-out-of-sight-updated

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 333- Democracy Live

Sat, 13 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Democracy Live is a leader in technology that allows blind and visually impaired voters to access and cast secure remote ballots during elections. Joining us to learn how this amazing technology works and how you might use it to vote for your favorite presidential candidates this year is Bryan Finney. Bryan is Democracy Live’s Founder and President. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-333-democracy-live Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 332- Couch to Active

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Do you want to diet and exercise more naturally and have fun doing it? Do you want a diet and exercise program that’s more accessible for the blind? Couch to Active gives you that dream program. Couch to Active’s CEO and Senior Trainer Lyn Lindbergh is here to tell us more.

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 331- Abacus Bee

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0000

The Des Moines Register says that the Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired students took part in the State’s first Abacus Bee. An abacus is a special counting tool containing wires and rods and movable beads for solving equations. Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired Math Consultant Sara Larkin joins us to talk about the Abacus Bee. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-331-abacus-bee Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 330- The Visually Impaired Archaeologist

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 01:00:00 -0000

The BBC reports that a visually impaired University student from Guernsey, English Crown has been working with an archaeology team to excavate an 8th Century Monastery. The student was part of the University of Reading Archaeology Team digging up the Anglo-Saxon site in Cookham, Berkshire, England. That student’s name is Jonathan Charmley. Jonathan joins us to talk about these special digs. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-330-the-visually-impaired-archaeologist Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 329- Data Visualization for the Blind

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0000

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Information Sciences Professor JooYoung Seo is creating a data visualization tool. The tool will help make visual representations of statistical data accessible to blind and visually impaired students and researchers. Professor Seo joins us to talk all about the data visualization tool. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-329-data-visualization-tool-for-the-blind Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 328- Braille Trail

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0000

WUNC Radio reports that a new special trail has opened in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The trail will give the blind the chance to independently exercise. Here to talk about the new trail is Vision Resource Center Executive Director Terri Thomas. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-328-braille-trail Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 327- Jack Freeburg

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0000

According to Dakota News Now, Jack Freeburg was a typical twelve-year-old. Jack played golf, baseball, basketball, and football, and helped on his family farm just outside of Vermillion, South Dakota. The boy’s life changed when the grease board became blurry while in his sixth-grade classroom. Jack’s journey of vision loss and triumphs began. He’s here to talk about that journey. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-327-jack-freeburg

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 326- Weather Camp

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0000

WZZM-TV in Grand Rapids, Michigan reports that the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons recently held a multi-day weather camp for visually impaired teens. The camp helped the teens prepare for whatever weather comes their way and learn about meteorology career opportunities. Here to talk about the camp are Bureau of Services for Blind Persons Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and Camp Organizer Karyn Hill, and Camp Guest Dr. Tom Behler. Dr. Behler is also blind, has a PhD in Sociology, and a strong passion for weather. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-326-weather-camp

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 325- Coloado's Visually Impaired Communities

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0000

Colorado Public Radio in Centennial, Colorado reports that blind people have been business professionals, politicians, community activists, and artisans throughout the State’s history. But all of their stories have gone untold. Historian Peggy Chong wants to tell those stories. Peggy is known as the “Blind History Lady” for her research on the personalities of the visually impaired communities of Colorado and around the world. Peggy joins us to talk about her research. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-325-colorados-visually-impaired-communities

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 324- A New Health Center for the Blind

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0000

Cronkite News says that the Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, in partnership with the nonprofit health organization called Terros, is opening a new health center. The health center, soon to be located in North Central Phoenix, Arizona, will give the blind and visually impaired access to primary care, mental health treatment, and substance-abuse care. Joining us to talk about the health center are Arizona Center for the Blind Executive Director Steve Tepper and Terros Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vanessa Campion. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-324-a-new-health-center-for-the-blind Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 323- Prom for blind teens

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0000

Prom for blind teens-_ _July 28th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) Suncoast News reports that thirty-three blind and visually impaired teens attended a special prom just for them last May at the Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind in New Port Richey, Florida. To talk more about this special event, Port Richey Lighthouse Chief Executive Officer Stefanie Pontilitz joins us. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-323-prom-for-blind-teens Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 322- Special School for the blind in Nebraska

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 19:52:21 -0000

KLKN-TV reports that the Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired operates a special school. The special Lincoln, Nebraska school teaches the blind how to do what they love to do. Joining us to talk about the school are travel instructor Jeff Altman and Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired Executive Director Carlos Servan. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-322-special-school-for-the-blind-in-nebraska Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 321- Hannah Dangle

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 18:23:07 -0000

According to the Edmond Life & Leisure Newspaper, Oklahoma resident Hannah Dangle was recognized as the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services’ Blind and Visually Impaired client of the year. So how did Hannah Dangle earn this big award? Hannah, her mom Lisa Smith, Commission for Rehabilitation Services Member Theresa Flannery, and Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services Communications Director Jody Harlan join us to answer that question. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-321-hannah-dangle

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 320- Braille Institute Los Angeles' New Library

Sat, 27 May 2023 00:00:00 -0000

PR Newswire says that Braille Institute Los Angeles has unveiled its re-envisioned library for the blind and visually impaired. Joining us to talk about the new library and its recent open house is Braille Institute Los Angeles Library Director Lisa Lepore. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-320-braille-institute-los-angeles-new-library

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 319- Forza Motorsport for the blind

Sat, 20 May 2023 00:00:00 -0000

Forza Motorsport for the blind-_ _May 19th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details)

Motor1.com reports that the game developer called Turn 10 Studios is launching, this year, its new authentic and most technically advanced racing game this year. The game is called Forza Motorsport. Forza Motorsport is going to contain groundbreaking features specifically for the blind and visually impaired. Joining us to talk about these features will be Brandon Cole, a blind gamer and accessibility consultant who partnered with Turn 10 Studios to make the game accessible for the blind. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-319-forza-motorsport-for-the-blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 318- Increasing Accessibility on BART

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 18:42:24 -0000

As a California and San Francisco Bay Area resident, we rely much on our San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit or BART. NBC Bay Area reports that the BART system is increasing accessibility for its blind and visually impaired train riders in the San Francisco, California area. The agency just recently held a workshop on the topic. BART Manager of Customer Access Bob Franklin and San Francisco LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Community Outreach Specialist Sheri Albers join us to talk about the agency’s increased accessibility efforts.

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Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 317- WCB's On-Site Vision Rehab

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 01:00:00 -0000

The Deforest Times-Tribune reports that the Wisconsin Council of the Blind has just opened a new on-site vision rehabilitation classroom at its office in Madison. The classroom will build on the Council’s services, including vision rehabilitation therapy and low vision evaluations. Joining us to talk about the on-site vision rehabilitation classroom is Wisconsin Council of the Blind Executive Director Denise Jess. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-317-wcbs-on-site-vision-rehab

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 316- American Printing House Museum

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 01:00:00 -0000

WLKY-TV reports that the American Printing House in Louisville, Kentucky is turning 165 this year. So the American Printing House, the world’s leader in producing education products for the blind and visually impaired is renovating its museum. To talk more about the museum, printing house, and upcoming renovations is Michael Hudson. Michael is the American Printing House Museum Director. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-316-american-printing-house-museum

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 315- A New CCTV

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 01:00:00 -0000

A New CCTV -_ _January 27th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) KSNB-TV reports that the Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Nebraska Library Commission have joined forces. The partnership has improved the Kearney Public Library’s services for low-vision customers. One of these services provides a special device for library use. Reference librarian Sarah Haack joins us to talk about the new machine.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-315-a-new-cctv

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 314- Marri Murdoch

Sat, 14 Jan 2023 01:00:00 -0000

KHON-TV reports that Marri Murdoch recently competed in Hawaii’s “Start to the Park 10K.” Marri started running in high school. But just five years ago, she suffered from a stroke. The stroke affected Marri’s left peripheral vision in both of her eyes. But that didn’t keep Marri from running. She’s here connecting from Hawaii to share her running. She’s connecting from Hawaii to share her running adventure.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-314-marri-murdoch

Speaking Out for the Bllind Episode 313- The Blind Kitchen

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 17:35:52 -0000

According to KGW-TV, Debra Erickson runs her online business called The Blind Kitchen. The business sells adaptive culinary tools to the blind and visually impaired who like to cook. The Blind Kitchen contains blogposts and articles related to many aspects of cooking. The aspects include the organization of the kitchen and labeling of food. Debra joins us to talk about The Blind Kitchen.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-313-the-blind-kitchen

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 312- First USA Blind Soccer Men's Team

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 17:32:39 -0000

The first USA blind soccer men’s national team is coming. The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes, or USABA, has announced its first ten athletes. We’re excited to welcome one of the players: Noah Beckman. Noah is going to tell us more about the team and their upcoming journey in international competition.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-312-first-usa-blind-mens-soccer-national-team

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 311- Steffan Nero

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 01:00:00 -0000

CNN says that Australian man Steffan Nero grew up visually impaired. Steffan remembers struggling with constant anxiety. He got out of that anxiety after discovering visually impaired sports. One of those sports was cricket. Steffan continues to play cricket today. And he joins us to talk about his life being visually impaired and becoming an international athlete.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-311-steffan-nero

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 310- San Francisco LightHouse's New CEO

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 01:00:00 -0000

PR Newswire reports that the LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco, California is welcoming a new Chief Executive Officer. Her name is Sharon Giovinazzo. And Sharon joins us to talk about how she’s going to lead the organization into the future.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-310-san-francisco-lighthouses-new-ceo

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 309- ACB Mentoring Program

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 01:00:00 -0000

The American Council of the Blind has started its all-new ACB Mentoring Program. The mentoring program is designed to work to sustain ACB for a brighter future, prepare members for meaningful participation in the American Council of the Blind’s work, honor Resolution 2020-11, and help in developing a diverse group of interested members for future ACB leadership roles. Here to talk about the ACB Mentoring Program are the members of the ACB Mentoring Team: ACB Multicultural Affairs Committee Chair Cheryl Cumings, and also, Berl Colley Leadership Institute Training Committee Co-Chair Donna Brown, Durward K. McDaniel (DKM) Fund Committee Chair Kenneth Semien, Sr, and ACB Membership Committee Liaison Donna Browning.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-309-acb-mentoring-program

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 308- Intracortical Visual Prosthesis

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0000

The Chicago Lighthouse and Illinois Institute of Technology have joined forces. They’re taking on a special research project. The project is an Intracortical Visual Prosthesis. The Intracortical Visual Prosthesis, or ICVP, compensates for blindness. The ICVP stimulates the brain’s visual centers. And the prosthesis produces visual images for blind users. Joining us to talk about the ICVP are Co-Principal Investigator Dr. Frank Lane, Principal Investigator Dr. Philip Troyk, and ICVP Participant Advocate Member of American Council of the Blind of Metro Chicago Mary Abramson.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-308-intracortical-visual-prosthesis

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 307- Australia's First Blind Fashion Designer

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Vision Australia says that with blind grit, perseverance, and passion, fashion designer Nikki Hind believes that one can achieve anything. Nikki is proof of that and is now Australia’s first legally blind fashion designer. She joins us to talk about the inspiration behind her fashion designing career.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-307-australias-first-blind-fashion-designer

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 306- Georgina Kleege

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Georgina Kleege is a blind Professor Emeritus of the English Department at UC Berkeley. Georgina has taught Creative Writing, Disability Memoir, and Representations of Disability in Literature courses. She’s written essays about her own blindness and a cultural critique of depictions of blindness in language, film, and literature. Joining us to talk about her blindness and interests in English is Georgina herself.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-306-georgina-kleege

Speaking Out for the Bllind Episode 305- New Distribution Center

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0000

The Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Utica, New York has dedicated its newly renovated distribution center. It’s now called the Kenneth C. Thayer Production and Distribution Center. The Center is named after the former Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired Volunteer Ken Thayer. Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired President and CEO Ed Welsh, Senior Vice President of Manufacturing Dennis Webster, and Production Supervisor Adam King are here to tell us about the new center.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-305-new-distribution-center

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 304- Housing for the Blind

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Chicago Lighthouse President and CEO Dr. Janet P. Szlyk and Brinshore Development Principal David Brint join us to talk about a special new housing project just for the blind called the Foglia Residences at the Chicago Lighthouse.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-304-housing

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 303- Hospitalizations among the blind and visually impaired

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Healio and BMC Ophthalmology say that patients with severe blindness and visual impairment admitted to American hospitals in 2017 had greater resource utilization and worse clinical outcomes than other patients. Why did this happen and what can we do about it? Study contributor Dr. Ché Matthew Harris from the John Hopkins School of Medicine is here to talk about the solutions to this issue and how our listeners might speak out to get the care they need and deserve. Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-303-hospitalizations-among-the-blind-and-visually-impaired

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 302- Waymap

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

Waymap- August 5th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) Reuters reports that an app for helping blind and visually impaired pedestrians use public transit is making its debut at a Washington, DC subway station. The app is called Waymap. Waymap’s Founder and CEO Tom Pey and Marketing & Community Manager Nathan Gore join us to talk about how the new app will expand travel options for the blind. Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-302-waymap

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 301- SF State's Program in Visual Impairments

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0000

SF State’s Program in Visual Impairments- July 29th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) We’re off to my alma mater: San Francisco State University in California. The university has a special program for teaching those with visual impairments. The graduates are prepared to become teachers of blind and visually impaired students, service providers and leaders in blindness organizations, and any role requiring expertise in differentiating learning and teaching for visually impaired and deafblind individuals. Joining us to talk about the program will be its Associate Director Dr. Yue-Ting Siu. Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-301-sf-states-program-in-visual-impairments

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 300- Speaking Out for the Blind's 300th episode

Sat, 23 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0000

We’re celebrating Speaking Out for the Blind 300th episode by talking with several rappellers from Pennsylvania and how they’re rappelling down buildings to raise funds and support blind agency VisionCorps in Lancaster. Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-300-speaking-out-for-the-blinds-300th-episode

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 299- Vocational Rehabilitation for the blind in Nevada

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0000

The State of Nevada is known for its bustling high-stakes casino action. And Nevada is also known for helping the blind and visually impaired become employable. The State is home to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation. The Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation’s Rehabilitation Services offers services for the blind and visually impaired. Here to talk about the department’s services for the blind is its Director Elisa Cafferata. Also joining her is Supervisor of the Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired Richele Pennock. Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-299-vocational-rehabilitation-for-the-blind-in-nevada

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 298- App Accessibility

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0000

According to MobileSyrup and AdaptiVision, blind forty year-old Jaclyn Pope of Toronto, Ontario wants to create more accessible mobile apps for the blind and visually impaired. How’s she going to do it? Jaclyn joins us to speak out and talk about that mission. Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-298-app-accessibility

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 297- Noah Cook

Sat, 28 May 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Noah Cook- May 27th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) We can all imagine, and some of us knew first hand, the challenges in navigating life as a first-year college student. And how imagine or recall what that experience is like if you’re blind and visually impaired. This challenge hasn’t kept blind Baylor University student Noah Cook from enjoying college life. So what’s Noah’s secret to enjoying that first year of college? Well he’ll tell us. Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL’s, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-297-noah-cook

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 296- Blind and Visually Impaired People Deserve the Same Opportunities as Everyone Else

Sat, 21 May 2022 00:00:00 -0000

The Blind and Visually Impaired Deserve the Same Opportunities as Everyone Else- May 20th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details)

The subject of how blind and visually impaired people deserve the same opportunities as everyone else was brought up in a recent special column to the Topeka Capital-Journal by Karyn Page, Vice-President of Innovation, and Workforce Innovation Center Lead at Envision, a Wichita, Kansas-based organization, and is providing opportunity and inspiration for the blind and visually impaired. Karyn joins us to explain this subject.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/.

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind

Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).

Alternate Dial-In access Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-296-the-blind-and-visually-impaired-deserve-the-same-opportunities-as-everyone-else

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 295- ACB Commends CBS on Expanding Description

Sat, 14 May 2022 00:00:00 -0000

The American Council of the Blind has commended the CBS Television Network for significantly increasing its offerings of audio described programming. Joining to tell us more about this big development in television for the blind is Paramount Global’s Vice President of Captioning and Audio Description Mark Turits. Also joining us will be ACB’s Audio Description Project Co-Chair Carl Richardson.

How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

Approach your Alexa device and issue this command: “Alexa, Delete Everything I’ve Ever Said on this device” Please Note: This will need to be done on each Alexa device in your home.
Wait 30 seconds and then say: “Alexa, Open ACB Media” The new ACB Media skill will launch.

As a reminder, ask for the name of the stream that you would like to hear. The list below are the names for each of the ACB Media stream designations:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-295-acb-commends-cbs-on-expanding-audio-description

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 294- The Blind and Visually Impaired Learning Geometry

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:00:00 -0000

A team of cross-disciplinary researchers has been recognized for helping the blind and visually impaired learn geometry. Researchers from three universities – Scott Lambert, Chloe Hershenow, and Jenna Gorlewicz of St. Louis University, Brett Fiedler of the PhET Interactive Simulations Project and University of Colorado Boulder, and Dor Abrahamson at University of California Berkeley have won the Dr. Arthur I. Karshmer Award for Assistive Technology Research. Jenna and Brett join us to talk about winning the award and their research on helping the blind learn geometry. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

1. Approach your Alexa device and issue this command: “Alexa, Delete Everything I’ve Ever Said on this device” Please Note: This will need to be done on each Alexa device in your home. 2. Wait 30 seconds and then say: “Alexa, Open ACB Media” The new ACB Media skill will launch. As a reminder, ask for the name of the stream that you would like to hear. The list below are the names for each of the ACB Media stream designations:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-294-the-blind-and-visually-impaired-learning-geometry

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 293- Jules Hoogland

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0000

The Indian Express reports that there is nothing more heartwarming than when individuals try to achieve inclusivity together. This inclusivity was achieved when a visually impaired girl aced a shot at a high school basketball game. How did she do it? The girl who made the shot, Jules Hoogland, is here to tell us. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 292- Two Blind Nonprofits' New Relationship

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0000

PR Newswire reports that the New York State Preferred Source Program for New Yorkers who are blind is adding Helen Keller Services for the Blind to its list of affiliated nonprofit agencies. The New York State Preferred Source Program and its affiliated agencies create employment opportunities and resources for blind New Yorkers. Helen Keller Services for the Blind is one of the oldest nonprofit rehabilitation agencies in the country. To talk about the exciting new relationship will be New York State Preferred Source Program’s Executive Director Chris T. Burke. Also joining us will be Helen Keller Services CEO Sue Ruzenski. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 291- The Braille Printing House

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0000

There’s one organization in Cincinnati, Ohio that’s printing Braille for the blind who need it the most. That organization is the Clovernook Center for the Blind. The center has a Braille Printing House who hires blind and visually impaired workers, producing thirty million pages for global customers each year. Joining us to talk about some of the wonderful Braille works that the Printing House does is the Clovernook Center for the Blind’s Director of Braille Production and Accessible Innovation Samuel Foulkes. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 290- Giving Back to Perkins

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0000

According to the Boston Globe, sixteen-year old Jack Berry was diagnosed with a visual impairment as a baby. Jack attended the Perkins School for the Blind’s Infant-Toddler Program in Watertown, Massachusetts. While attending Perkins, Jack was given a “‘story box.’” The story box was an interactive literary tool for visually impaired kids. Now as a Boy Scout, Jack is giving back to Perkins and creating story boxes for visually impaired kids to enjoy. Jack and Perkins Education Director of Community Programs Teri Turgeon will talk about the story boxes and how this might too be a volunteer activity for our listeners to consider. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 289- Workplace Technology Study

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0000

The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) just released its workplace technology study, examining how workplace technology influences the experiences of blind, visually impaired, and deafblind workers. Joining us to talk about the study are Stephanie Enyart, AFB’s Chief Public Policy and Research Officer, and Arielle Silverman, the American Foundation for the Blind’s Research Specialist. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 288- A Visually Impaired Co-Pilot?

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 01:00:00 -0000

Can a visually impaired person co-pilot an airplane? We’ll find out from The Foundation for the Blind Phoenix’s Transition Services Manager Spencer Churchill, Creative Services Manager Chloe Ranshaw, and students Michael and Kaiya Armstrong, who may become visually impaired co-pilots very soon. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 287- AI Copilot

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 01:00:00 -0000

Biped.ai CEO and Co-Founder Mael Fabien joins us to talk about the company’s new AI Copilot and how the device analyzes the environment to predict and find walking obstacles many seconds in advance for the blind and visually impaired. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 286- Envision Arts Gallery

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 01:00:00 -0000

Envision is the leading, non-profit, furthering possibilities for and employing those who are blind and visually impaired. The nonprofit has just opened the first permanent arts gallery and community engagement center. The Wichita, Kansas-based gallery gives visually impaired artists the stage to showcase their work. Joining us to speak out about the gallery is Envision Arts’ Program Manager Sarah Kephart. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 285- The Blind Groom and Bride

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 01:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Kelly Ferraro join us to talk about Anthony’s athletic goals, the couple’s recent wedding, and how the bride made the event accessible for her visually impaired husband. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 284- Ultrawide Band Technology

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 22:33:12 -0000

According to WSB-TV, new technology is being developed to help the blind and visually impaired get around easier. Joining us to talk about the new technology will be Foresight Augmented Reality’s electrical engineer Chris Webb and Director of Business Development Tanner Gers. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 283- Tony Swartz

Sat, 08 Jan 2022 01:00:00 -0000

Tony Swartz is a voice artist and well-known member of the Pennsylvania Council of the Blind. And he joins us to talk about his life, blindness, and work with PCB speaking out for the blind. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 282- Graysen Head

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 01:00:00 -0000

Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that Graysen Head is a sixth-grader who recently attended a space camp for the blind and visually impaired. Graysen’s gifted and talented abilities were the factors in being selected to go to the special camp. Joining us to talk about his experience will be Graysen himself and Teacher of the Visually Impaired Allie Dull. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 281- Accessible Pharmacy

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 18:42:00 -0000

Accessible Pharmacy- December 10th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) Accessible Pharmacy Services Co-Founder Dr. Alex Cohen and Chief Executive Officer Andy Burstein join us to explain how they are a home delivery pharmacy service for the blind, visually impaired, and all people with medication needs. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 280- The Touch Card

Sat, 04 Dec 2021 01:00:00 -0000

The Touch Card- December 3rd, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) According to Westchester & Fairfield County Business Journals, Mastercard has unveiled the Touch Card, a new accessible credit card just for the blind and visually impaired. Joining us to talk about how the Touch Card will help the blind and visually impaired purchase products more easily is Raja Rajammar, Mastercard’s Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 279- blindDANCE

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 01:00:00 -0000

BlindDANCE founder Ben Fox joins us to explain how this rewarding organization provides training and opportunities for the blind and visually impaired who want to work in the film industry. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 278- ACB 2021 Audio Description Awards Gala

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 01:00:00 -0000

The American Council of the Blind’s Director of Development Tony Stephens joins us to talk about ACB’s 2021 Audio Description Awards Gala and how the event will honor major achievements that paved the way for creating the audio description standard. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 277- Planet Fitness and Exercise Equipment Accessibility

Sat, 06 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0000

We’ll learn more about how Planet Fitness, together with the American Council of the Blind, National Council on Independent Living, and the Paralyzed Veterans of America, or collectively called the Coalition of Inclusive Fitness, is going to expand access to accessible exercise equipment. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-277-planet-fitness-and-exercise-equipment-accessibility

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 276- Enchanted Hills Camp Building Blind Ambition Campaign

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0000

The LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco, California just reimagined a new Enchanted Hills Camp. Explaining the new campaign to fund it will be Enchanted Hills Camp Director Tony Fletcher. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-276-enchanted-hills-camp-building-blind-ambition-campaign

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 275- ADA Compliant Absentee Ballots

Sat, 23 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0000

WBAY-TV says that the Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired in Madison is pushing for change in accessible absentee ballots throughout the state. Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired Executive Director Denis Jess will shed some light on this important accessibility issue. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 274- Guide Dogs and Public Transportation

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Guide Dogs for the Blind has launched a short video to help make a more inclusive public transportation experience for the blind and guide dogs. Joining us to talk about the new video will be Guide Dogs for the Blind Director of Outreach and Advocacy Rabih Dow. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 273- NW Association for Blind Athletes

Sat, 09 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Northwest Association for Blind Athletes’ CEO Billy Henry explains how the organization offers sports opportunities to the blind. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 272- Medical Device Nonvisual Accessibility Act

Sat, 02 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Medical Device Nonvisual Accessibility Act- October 1st, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and Pacific (ACB Media 2) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) ACB’s Advocacy & Outreach Specialist Swatha Nandhakumar and Diabetics In Action President Tom Tobin will tell us about the Medical Device Nonvisual Accessibility Act. She’ll explain how the Act might make home medical devices and equipment accessible to all blind and visually impaired Americans. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 271 - Wearable Camera

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0000

We’ll learn, from study author Gang Luo, how a wearable device might help reduce collisions and accidents in the blind and visually impaired. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 270 - Strive4You

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0000

STRIVE4You Co-Executive Directors Ricky Jones and Christy Ray joins us to explain how the organization helps the blind and visually impaired and people with other challenges build relationships, fit in with their peers, and be part of an inclusive society. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 269 - Vispero

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Vispero- August 27th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and Pacific (ACB Media 2) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) Vispero is the globe’s largest assistive technology company for the visually impaired. Vispero’s Vice President of Software and Corporate Business Development Matt Ater joins us to talk about the company and how it helps improve the lives of the blind and visually impaired every day. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 268 - Skateboarding for the Blind

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Skateboarding for the Blind- August 20th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and Pacific (ACB Media 2) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) According to Calgary Herald, the blind and visually impaired can do some skateboarding. Alt Route Project founder Curtis Ruttle joins us to explain how the blind can skateboard. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 267 - Ray Campbell

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Ray Campbell- August 13th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and Pacific (ACB Media 2) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) ACB’s very own Ray Campbell will join us. He’ll share his vision as ACB’s Second Vice-President and how he spoke out for success in his career and life challenges. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 266 - Deb Cook Lewis

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Deb Cook Lewis- August 6th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and Pacific (ACB Media 2) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) ACB’s Deb Cook Lewis will join us to talk about her life with ACB, from becoming an ACB member to being the American Council of the Blind’s first Vice-President. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 265 - ACB's New Administrative Assistant

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0000

We’ll be talking with Debbie Brown herself and what she’ll be doing as ACB’s new Administrative Assistant.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 264 - The Visually Impaired Rabbi and the Blind Torah

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Rabbi Lenny Sarko is visually impaired and the creator of the blind torah. He’ll join us to talk about the special torah.

How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

Approach your Alexa device and issue this command: “Alexa, Delete Everything I’ve Ever Said on this device” Please Note: This will need to be done on each Alexa device in your home.
Wait 30 seconds and then say: “Alexa, Open ACB Media” The new ACB Media skill will launch.

As a reminder, ask for the name of the stream that you would like to hear. The list below are the names for each of the ACB Media stream designations:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-264-the-visually-impaired-rabbi-and-blind-torah

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 263 - Belt Canes

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Spectrum News 1 in Charlotte reports that a national non-profit called Safe Toddles has created belt canes. Belt canes help blind toddlers navigate their world. Joining us to talk about the belt canes will be Safe Toddles President and CEO Dr. Grace Ambrose-Zaken and mom June Allison. June is the mother of her visually impaired son, Caeden, who uses the special belt cane.

TSpectrum News 1 in Charlotte reports that a national non-profit called Safe Toddles has created belt canes. Belt canes help blind toddlers navigate their world. Joining us to talk about the belt canes will be Safe Toddles President and CEO Dr. Grace Ambrose-Zaken and mom June Allison. June is the mother of her visually impaired son, Caeden, who uses the special belt cane. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: https://www.acbmedia.org/home/streams/, and choose one of the links under the heading “ACB Media 1 – Mainstream,” and “ACB Media 2 – Mainstream 2;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Media 1 or press “2” for ACB Media 2. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co/. How to access ACB Media 1 and ACB Media 2 on Amazon Alexa: From your Alexa-enabled device first Enable the skill by saying:

ACB Mainstream is now ACB 1
ACB Mainstream 2 is now ACB 2

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 262 - Jennifer Flatt

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0000

The American Council of the Blind’s New Manager of Communications Jennifer Flatt comes to Speaking Out for the Blind to tell us about herself and where she’s planning to take ACB in the very near future. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-261-braille-menus

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 261 - Braille Menus

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

Students Nicolas “Nik” Hourican and Lily McCarthy, and National Braille Press President Brian Mac Donald will join us about how they’re creating Braille menus for restaurants and their blind customers. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-261-braille-menus

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 260 - Sports and Exercise Tips for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:50:00 -0000

Sports and Exercise Tips for the Blind and Visually Impaired- June 11th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Radio Mainstream East) and Pacific (ACB Radio Mainstream West) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) What are some of the best sports and exercise tips that the blind and visually impaired can follow? Joining us to talk about these tips will be Ed Plumacher, a sports enthusiast and an adaptive technology specialist at Lighthouse Guild in New York. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-260-sports-and-exercise-tips-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 259 - Better Assisting Blind Travelers During COVID

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Guide Dogs for the Blind President Christine Benninger and The Seeing Eye President Glenn Hoagland join us to explain their new training video for airport and airline employees to better assist visually impaired travelers during the COVID-19 pandemic. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-259-better-assisting-blind-travelers-during-covid

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 258 - Earning That College Degree

Sat, 29 May 2021 00:00:00 -0000

We’re going to talk with blind Iraqi refugee Qusay Hussein about how he has beat the odds and is about to earn his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-258-earning-that-college-degree

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 257 - Two Blind Filmmakers

Sat, 22 May 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Two blind filmmakers, Jennifer Robinson and Chandra Scheschy, will join us to explain how they’re shedding light on the lack of people with disabilities in both the film and television industries. The two filmmakers have created a special five minute movie to speak out and accomplish this goal. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-257-two-blind-filmmakers

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 256 - Special Education, the Blind, and Cuts

Sat, 15 May 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Rhode Island Vision Education Services Program Teacher of the Visually Impaired Elizabeth Doyle-Payne, Orientation and Mobility Specialist Judi Lambert, and blind student Ryan Lukowicz will join us. They’ll talk about Ryan’s services and how they may be impacted by a series of cuts. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-256-special-education-the-blind-and-cuts

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 255 - A Robotic Guide Dog

Sat, 01 May 2021 00:00:00 -0000

UC Berkeley PhD student Zhongyu Li joins us to explain how he and a group of researchers developed a robotic guide dog. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-255-a-robotic-guide-dog

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 254 - Virtual Programs for Visually Impaired Teens

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Future In Sight’s Stephanie Hurd and Ryan Menter join us to talk about how the nonprofit is adapting well to COVID-19 and its special virtual programming for visually impaired teens. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-254-virtual-programs-for-visually-impaired-teens

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 253 - "White Print"

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 00:14:28 -0000

Upasana Makati joins us to talk about how she decided to start the special lifestyle magazine for the blind called White Print.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 252 - COVID Vaccine

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired CEO Virginia Jacko joins us to talk about her agency’s recent partnership with the Florida Department of Health to give the COVID-19 vaccine to the blind and visually impaired. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-252-the-covid-vaccine

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 251 - Inclusive and Accessible Currency

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Peggy R. Garrett, ACB’s Multicultural Affairs Committee Chair joins us to talk about a possible accessible feature for the blind on the newly-redesigned $20 bill. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-251-inclusive-and-accessible-currency

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 250 - Comic Books for the Blind

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0000

According to KSNW-TV in Wichita, Kansas, a new app is being developed to help the blind and visually impaired read their favorite comic books. Joining us to talk about the app will be its developer and Wichita State University Associate English Professor Dr. Darren DeFrain and visually impaired comic book fan Alison Roets. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-250-comic-books-for-the-blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 249 - Blind Kids Cooking and Southeast Kids in Action

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0000

KFVS-TV reports that the Lighthouse for the Blind in St. Louis, Missouri recently offered an exciting cooking class for kids as part of the agency’s Southeast Kids in Action, or SEKIA, program. Joining us to talk about the cooking class and SEKIA program will be Southeast Kids in Action Coordinator Erin Brewer and student Kailey Couch. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-249-blind-kids-cooking

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 248 - The Visually Impaired and Pregnancy

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0000

The Visually Impaired and Pregnancy- March 12th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Radio Mainstream East) and Pacific (ACB Radio Mainstream West) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details) The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center reports a new study on pregnancy outcomes for visually impaired women in Washington State. This study ranges in experiences from accessing prenatal care services to childbirth. Joining us to talk about the study will be experienced epidemiologist and obstetrician Dr. Melissa Schiff. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-248-the-visually-impaired-and-pregnancy

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 247 - The Braille Challenge

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0000

Proctor Keith Christian and Finalist Lynn Wu will join us to talk about the exciting and upcoming Braille Challenge. The Braille Challenge is the only academic competition in North America that motivates young blind students, in grades one through twelve, to master and practice their Braille literacy skills. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-247-the-braille-challenge

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 246 - Signal Crossings

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0000

KSTP-TV in Minneapolis reports that a collaboration between the Minnesota department of Transportation, or MnDOT, and the University of Minnesota, or U of M, is hoping to help visually impaired people cross streets more safely. MnDOT Signal Operations Engineer Mike Fairbanks and U of M Senior Research Associate Chen-Fu Liao join us to explain how they’re accomplishing this important goal. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-246-signal-crossings

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 245 - Murphy

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0000

The Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Jessica Gercke and Steve Walker will join us. Steve will talk about his life as a blind person and former marine, and especially his new blind dog Murphy, formerly Louis. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-245-louis

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 244 - The Blind and Smart Speakers

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0000

Business Wire reports a surprising study on the blind and visually impaired and their use of smart speakers. According to Strategy Analytics, the current designs of smart speakers that rely heavily on visual feedback are keeping the blind from enjoying a beneficial smart home experience. Why is this the case? Report author and UX Innovation Practice Director Lisa Cooper will join us to answer this question. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-244-the-blind-and-smart-speakers

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 243 - Creating Art for the Blind

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0000

Spectrum News 1 reports that the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in their College of Visual and Performing Arts are collaborating on a big art project with Industries of the Blind. The special project is helping University of North Carolina at Greensboro or UNCG Visual and Performing Arts students learn more about the blind community and their day-to-day lives. Joining us to talk about the project will be UNCG School of Performing Arts recent graduate Mary Martinez, Industries of the Blind Director of Community Outreach Richard Oliver, and Industries of the Blind employee Afiya Jackson. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-243-creating-art-for-the-blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 242 - VIPS

Sat, 23 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0000

WISH-TV reports that rising pop star Christina Swider, aka, Xtina Louise is joining forces with Visually Impaired Preschool Services Indiana. Visually Impaired Preschool Services, or VIPS, is a nonprofit that provides vision-specific early intervention services for blind and visually impaired infants and toddlers. Christina, and VIPS Indiana’s Regional Director Meredith Howell, join us to talk about the pop star’s efforts to help blind toddlers live the happiest first years of their lives. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-242-vips

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 241 - Ballet for the Blind

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0000

The Green Bay Press Gazette reports that New York based blind dancer Krishna Washburn is the founder and instructor of Dark Room Ballet. Dark Room Ballet is an introductory dance curriculum that teaches accessible ballet lessons to the blind and visually impaired. Krishna and her student George Stern join us to talk about Dark Room Ballet. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-241-ballet-for-the-blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 240 - The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind's New President

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0000

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind in St. Augustine has a new President. The St. Augustine Record reports that the new President is named Tracie Casio Snow. Tracie joins us to talk about how she plans to improve the school to help its blind and visually impaired students live, learn, and grow. To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org. For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-240-the-florida-school-for-the-deaf-and-the-blinds-new-president

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 239 - That Brand Spanking New Transit App

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 01:00:00 -0000

According to Mass Transit Magazine, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority has teamed up with the Sensible Innovation and Alphapointe companies to create a wayfinding app for helping blind customers use transit more accurately and safely. Joining us to talk about the new app will be Kansas City Area Transportation Authority CEO Robbie Makinen and Alphapointe President and CEO Reinhard Mabry.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at http://acbradio.org/softb. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-239-that-brand-spanking-new-transit-app

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 238 - Gail Hamilton

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 18:31:24 -0000

We’re going to talk with Gail Hamilton. Gail is a blind accomplished musician, author, and a nationally recognized professional speaker. Her unparalled determination, immense knowledge, and astounding experiences have inspired thousands to live lives of action, purpose, and vision. Gail joins us to talk about herself and how she inspires people to live life to the fullest.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-238-gail-hamilton

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 237 - Pam McGonigle

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 21:56:04 -0000

Visually impaired world class para athlete and Philadelphia Overbrook School for the Blind’s Director of Development & Communications Pam McGonigle will join us. Pam will talk about how she spoke out to overcome obstacles and earn these two titles.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-237-pam-mcgonigle

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 236 - Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:43:03 -0000

The Daytona Beach News-Journal reports that both the Florida-based Conklin Center for the Blind and the Center for the Visually Impaired are merging. The new place will be called the Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired. Joining to tell us more about the Conklin Davis Center will be Board of Directors Member Nancy Epps and CEO Ronee David.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-236-conklin-davis-center-for-the-visually-impaired

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 235 - Tyler Merren

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 04:47:51 -0000

Episode Notes

According to WANE-TV in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Tyler Merren is a USA Men’s Goalball athlete. Tyler is also developing a new fitness app for the visually impaired. Tyler joins us to talk about the app, goalball, and himself.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-235-tyler-merren

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 234 - 2020 BADIE Contest

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 01:10:17 -0000

Episode Notes

It’s time for the 2020 BADIE, or Benefits of Audio Description in Education, Contest. The contest welcomes young blind and visually impaired people to watch their favorite audio described videos or movies, write some reviews, and send them in to win big prizes. The ACB’s very own audio description project’s Joel Snyder and Susan Glass will talk about the contest.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-234-2020-badie-contest

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 233 - Tennis

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:41:53 -0000

Episode Notes

The blind and visually impaired can play tennis during the COVID-19 pandemic. KGNS-TV in Laredo, Texas reports that the Haynes Recreation Center is offering tennis classes for the blind and visually impaired. Tennis coach Tina Trevino, along with student Christina Sanchez, and her mom Angie will talk about how the blind and visually impaired can play tennis.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-233-tennis

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 232 - OrCam Ambassador

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 19:33:55 -0000

Episode Notes

OrCam Technologies says that worldwide soccer legend Lionel Messi will be the company’s new ambassador. Lionel will lead the charge to improve accessibility through OrCam’s technologies for the blind. Joining us to talk about this partnership will be Rafi Fischer, Public and Media Relations Director for OrCam Technologies, and Dr. Bryan Wolynski. Doctor Bryan Wolynski is a Doctor of Optometry and Consultant to OrCam.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-232-orcam-ambassador

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 231 - Haptic Baton

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 17:02:02 -0000

Episode Notes

CNN reports that accomplished Marimba Soloist Kyungho Jeon’s blindness made it difficult for him to play with an orchestra. So Kyungho looked to Rolf, Gehlhaar, and his son, Vahakn Matossian, the founders of the organization called Human Instruments. Kyungho, Vahakn, and Rolf teamed up to create the Haptic Baton. Kyungho and Vahakn will join us to explain the new invention and adaptive music technology.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-231-haptic-baton

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 230 - Blind Golfer

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 22:01:34 -0000

Episode Notes

We’ve invited a blind golfer to come on and explain how he plays this fun and challenging sport. Spectrum News 13 says that the blind golfer is Phil Hubbard. We’re also bringing on Phil’s wife, Patty Angel, to explain how she has supported her husband with this exciting pursuit.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-230-blind-golfer

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 229 - Sanford D. Greenberg

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:12:42 -0000

Episode Notes

Sanford D. Greenberg- September 25th, 8PM Eastern (ACB Radio Mainstream East) and Pacific (ACB Radio Mainstream West) and repeats throughout the next seven days (go to https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/ for more details)

Sandy Greenberg is not your average blind individual. Sandy is the Board of Governors’ Chairman at John Hopkins University’s Wilmer Eye Institute. He is also a United States Foreign Relations Council Member and an American Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellow. Sandy joins us to talk about his life and his new book called: Hello Darkness, My Old Friend: How Daring Dreams and Unyielding Friendship Turned One Man’s Blindness into an Extraordinary Vision for Life.

To listen to this week’s “Speaking Out for the Blind,” go to: http://acbradio.org/mainstream, and choose one of the links under the headings “Listen to ACB Radio Mainstream” and “Now Playing;” or call 1-518-906-1820, and when prompted, press “1” for ACB Radio Mainstream East or press “2” for ACB Radio Mainstream West. You may also listen to the program live on the ACB Link mobile app. For more information, go to http://link.acb.org. Show archive page is at http://acbradio.org/speaking-out-for-the-blind. Please note that there is a link located at the top half of the page and below the heading that says: “Home » Speaking Out for the Blind” where you can subscribe to the podcast feed and listen to Speaking Out for the Blind shows ranging from episode ninety-four to the present. You may also access the feed at https://speaking-out-for-the-blind.pinecast.co. Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and Twitter page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind). My new show email address is: speakout@acbradio.org.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-229-sanford-d-greenberg

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 228 - Leader Dogs for the Blind

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 19:05:18 -0000

Episode Notes

The organization called Leader Dogs for the Blind is located in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The mission of Leader Dog is to empower blind and visually impaired people with lifelong skills for independent and safe daily travel. Joining us to talk about Leader Dogs for the Blind is its Outreach Manager Leslie Hoskins.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 227 - Web Browser

Sat, 12 Sep 2020 20:14:56 -0000

Carroll Center for the Blind Technology Instructor David Kingsbury will talk about his new book titled: When One Web Browser Is Not Enough: A Guide For Windows Screen Reader Users. The new book is a timely resource for blind and visually impaired Windows Narrator and JAWS users who surf the Internet.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 226 - Covid Support

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 03:27:22 -0000

IFB Solutions has created the People First Fund to help the organization’s blind and visually impaired employees during the coronavirus pandemic. The People First Fund helps employees receive assistance, including financial help. Joining us to talk about that fund will be IFB Solutions’ Sewing Machine Operator Roderick Wilson. He is a recipient of the fund and a blind COVID-19 survivor. Also joining us will be IFB Solutions’ Senior Director of Corporate Communications Nicole Ducouer.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 225 - Summer Camp

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 02:01:08 -0000

It may be hard for blind and visually impaired kids to attend summer camp during this current pandemic. But WCNC-TV in Charlotte, North Carolina that says that a group called S.E.E. or SEE is teaming up with the YMCA at Lake Norman so that visually impaired children can interact with non-visually impaired kids through games, activities, and exercises. The YMCA Lake Norman Executive Director Matt Fitzwater and S.E.E. Charlotte Youth Program Director Alli Romero join us to tell about this special free summer camp.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 224 - Spoken RX

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 03:21:31 -0000

Fierce Healthcare says that CVS Pharmacy is rolling out a special new feature on its mobile app to help visually impaired patients with reading their prescription information. Joining us to talk about this development will be Eleanor Wong, CVS Health’s District Leader for the San Francisco, California area.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 223 - Computer Circuits

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 04:54:02 -0000

According to Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, the college is taking on a research project, aiming to help blind and visually impaired people learn computer circuit design. Joining us to talk about the work will be the project Senior Researcher and Dartmouth Assistant Professor of Computer Science Xing-Dong Yang.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 222 - Audio Journal

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 04:51:33 -0000

Worcester Magazine reports that the Coronavirus pandemic is causing some unique issues for regular listeners of Audio Journal. Audio Journal is a nonprofit organization whose mission in Central Massachusetts is to connect individuals with a visual impairment, or an inability to access print material, to their communities through broadcasting of local news, information, and entertainment. To talk about these issues will be Audio Journal’s Executive Director Mary Frandsen.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 221 - Vocational Rehabilitation’s Past, Present, and Future

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:54:28 -0000

The Muskogee Phoenix Newspaper says that June 2nd marked the 100 th anniversary of vocational rehabilitation for the United States. The U.S. Vocational Rehabilitation program is the program that helps the blind and all people with disabilities get jobs. Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services specialists will join us to talk about the U.S. vocational rehabilitation program’s historical success and future for the blind and disabled.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 220 - Care Packages

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 18:33:34 -0000

According to CBS46 Atlanta, a Madison, Georgia non-profit is giving away care packages, full of basic necessities to rural blind and visually impaired residents. The non-profit is called Living Life Team, Inc. Joining us to talk about Living Life Team, Inc will be its President and Founder Rita Harris.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 219 - Curio

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 18:29:32 -0000

The top international journal called Nature reports that technology is essential for the lives of blind, even though many computer devices and programs aren’t universally accessible. While attending Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands to pursue his Master’s Degree in Integrated Product Design, Krishna Rajagopal developed a special tool to address this serious problem. He’ll talk about this tool.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 218 - Social Distancing

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 17:17:09 -0000

The coronavirus is an especially difficult time for the blind and visually impaired. According to the Miami Herald, the rules of social distancing are hard to follow when you can’t see. So what can be done about this major challenge? Joining us to answer this question are Miami Lighthouse for the Blind Chief Executive Officer Virginia Jacko, their spokesman David Stiefel, and also blind motivational speaker Mike Lance.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 217 - Mask Packager

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 18:08:09 -0000

Finger Lakes Times reports that visually impaired man Daniel O’Dell is helping North New York based company V Technical Textiles perform packaging of protective masks for healthcare providers. How did Daniel speak out to get this work opportunity and how does he do the job? We’ll find out!

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 216 - Distance Learning

Thu, 21 May 2020 23:53:08 -0000

According to the Portland Press-Herald newspaper in Maine, the State’s students are getting settled into distance learning for the rest of the school year. Catholic Charities Maine has moved from helping blind and visually impaired students in the classroom to assisting them at home. Catholic Charities’ Education Services for Blind & Visually Impaired Children Program Director Nancy Moulton, Teacher of the Visually Impaired Nichole Poisson, and Program parent Amy Snow will explain the new atmosphere.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 215 - APEX

Sun, 10 May 2020 17:10:19 -0000

We’re going to be talking with visually impaired man Vladimir Goncharov about how he beat the odds and became both an Oracle Database Administrator and an Oracle Application Express Platform, or APEX developer. We’ll also learn more about the platform.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 214 - Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Thu, 07 May 2020 00:46:30 -0000

Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired grows and creates employment opportunities for the blind and visually impaired and is the leading voice for teaching businesses on designing, creating, and building accessible workplaces. Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired President and CEO CJ Lange, Director of Customer Success Deborah Ambro-Crandell, and employee Matt Baumeister will tell us about this unique organization.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 213 - ACB Friends in Art

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 01:42:52 -0000

There’s an ACB organization that advances the opportunity and accessibility for all blind and visually impaired professional artists or you audience members who do music and art for fun. That organization is known as Friends In Art, or FIA. And former Friends In Art President Lynn Hedl will tell us all about it.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 212 - Audio Description Update 2020

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 17:06:44 -0000

Because of the coronavirus, many blind and visually impaired folks have to stay away from large social gatherings. But that hasn’t stopped them from enjoying their favorite audio described TV shows at home. To talk about some of these offerings along with the latest happenings in the industry is the American Council of the Blind’s Audio Description Project’s very own Joel Snyder.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 211 - Coronavirus

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 01:39:42 -0000

How does the Coronavirus affect the blind and visually impaired? And how does COVID-19 affect the American Council of the Blind and its day-to-day business? Joining me to talk about this are American Council of the Blind President Dan Spoone, California Council of the Blind President Judy Wilkinson, and ACB Membership Services Coordinator Cindy Van Winkle.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 210 - Children's Learning Center

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 01:10:00 -0000

The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports that the Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation just opened the State’s first blind and visually impaired school in Henderson. Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation CEO Emily Smith will join us to talk about that school.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 209 - Mariah Maryman

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 19:02:33 -0000

KTVT-TV in Dallas reports that Mariah Maryman is visually impaired. This Kennedale, Texas high school student will explain how she’s accomplishing a lot both on and off the field.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 208 - Robotics

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:48:43 -0000

Spectrum News reports that the Lighthouse for the Blind and Vision Impaired in San Antonio, Texas offers a robotics program for kids. Joining us to talk about the program are the Lighthouse’s Children’s Program Manager Cindy Miller, robotics coach Kathleeen Gately and mentor Paul Flores, along with blind robotics team members and students Leonard Santos, Madison Oliver, and Hameed Wilson.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 207 - A Playground for the Blind

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 06:35:57 -0000

West Philadelphia’s Overbrook Educational Center (OEC) Principal Meredith Foote joins us to talk about her school’s new inclusive playground for the blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 201 - IrisVision

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 20:36:55 -0000

Pleasanton, California based IrisVision has invented a user-friendly headset that helps low vision individuals regain or more fully utilize their sight. IrisVision founder Dr. Frank Werblin and CEO Ammad Khan tell us more about the headset.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 206 - The Seeing Eye

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 15:08:31 -0000

The Seeing Eye President and Chief Executive Officer Glenn Hoagland and Advocacy Specialist and former Seeing Eye student Melissa Allman join us to talk about this special guide dog school and answer your questions about guide dogs.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 205 - Cindy Van Winkle

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 00:54:25 -0000

Cindy Van Winkle, the American Council of the Blind’s new Membership Services Coordinator, joins us to talk about what she’s doing in this role and her very full life supporting the blind community.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 186 - A Global Organization Representing the Blind

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 05:56:34 -0000

There’s a special internationally recognized organization for the blind. This organization represents over 250 million blind and visually impaired people in 190 member countries. The organization is called the World Blind Union, or WBU. World Blind Union President Dr. Fredric Schroeder joins us to explain how the organization helps the blind around the globe.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 204 - ACB President Dan Spoone

Sat, 14 Dec 2019 00:08:08 -0000

Newly-elected ACB President Dan Spoone will join us. He’ll explain how he’s improving ACB now and in the years to come.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 183 - Pedestrian Signals that are Actually Accessible

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:59:56 -0000

John McGaffey, the President of Polara, joins us to talk about some special kind of pedestrian signals. He’ll tell us how they’re actually accessible for the blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 203 - SailBlind

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 19:37:24 -0000

SailBlind’s Katherine Kern and Tom Rowen join us. They’ll talk about this specifically structured program for blind sailors.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 189 - A Massachusetts Radio Reading Service for the Blind

Sat, 16 Nov 2019 20:49:38 -0000

WBZ-TV in Boston says that the Talking Information Center, or TIC Network, is a special non-profit radio station for the blind and visually impaired in Marshfield, Massachusetts. TIC Executive Director Anna Dunbar, blind listener Richard Chapman, and new volunteer reader Paul Pesa join us to talk about the station and how it’s a special reading resource for the visually impaired.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 202 - Joey Stuckey

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 20:02:36 -0000

Blind musician Joey Stuckey joins us. He’ll talk about his huge and award-winning musical talent.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 201 - IrisVision

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 22:40:32 -0000

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 190 - Braille Magnets

Sat, 26 Oct 2019 23:41:05 -0000

We’re going to talk with eight-year-old visually impaired Leilani (Leila) Gonzales, her mom Vanessa, Ceres, California School District Inclusion Support Specialist Stephanie Alvarez, and high school sophomore Nathan Pethyon. We’ll learn how some special 3D-Printed Braille magnets are helping Leila read letters, words, and sentences.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 191 - A Half Marathon for the Dogs

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 17:29:26 -0000

Thomas Panek is the visually impaired President and CEO of Guiding Eyes for the Blind. Thomas joins us to explain how he and three guide dogs just made history at the New York City Half Marathon.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 188 - Blind Tech

Sat, 12 Oct 2019 18:50:28 -0000

Hari Bhimaraju and her big sister Divija are not your average high school and college students. They are avid inventors who’ve combined their love for community service and technology to make some very special tools for the blind and visually impaired. Hari and Divija will tell us about these tools.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 193 - Audio Description Updates for 2019

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 16:11:31 -0000

Joel Snyder of ACB’s Audio Description Project will join us. He’ll talk about the latest happenings in the audio description world for 2019.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 192 - In the Dark

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 18:27:25 -0000

Actress Perry Mattfeld, TV show creator Corinne Kingsbury, and blind consultant Lorri Bernson will join us. They’ll tell us more about the CW series In The Dark and the inspiration behind this thrilling television program.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 200 - Photography

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 03:53:14 -0000

On this 200th episode of Speaking Out for the Blind, we’ll be talking with the Washington State School for the Blind about their special photography class. We’ll learn how the students take pictures while exploring their surroundings.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 199 - The Vale

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 21:43:11 -0000

There’s a new video game for the blind and visually impaired with lots of action and fantasy. The game follows a young blind sister, who was sheltered for most of his childhood, and he goes on an exciting adventure. The game’s creator, Dave Evans, tells us more about that adventure.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 195 - Lego Braille Bricks

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 14:10:09 -0000

CBS News reports that Lego is releasing a new set of Braille bricks. We’re going to learn how these engaging and playful bricks may help blind and visually impaired kids learn Braille.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 198 - Rodney Evans

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 22:58:39 -0000

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Rodney Evans is a low vision award-winning filmmaker. Evans’ vision loss hasn’t stopped him from directing and writing movies. We’re going to learn how Rodney directs movies and a little about his new film Vision Portraits.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 196 - Traveling Blind

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 21:23:44 -0000

Blind author and traveler Tony Giles joins us. He’ll talk about his recent travel reports that are being featured on the BBC Travel Show.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 197 - Camp Abilities

Sat, 17 Aug 2019 17:02:44 -0000

Texas-based orientation and mobility specialist Lisa Hanson and Texas Woman’s University representative Dr. Lisa Silliman-French will be joining us. They’re going to tell us about Camp Abilities, the week-long camp filled with fun sports activities for blind and visually impaired students.

Speaking out for the Blind Episode 194 - Ann Chiappetta Update

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 20:41:20 -0000

ACB member and author Ann Chiapetta rejoins us. She’s going to tell us about one of her brand spanking new publications and give our listeners who want to be authors some guidance.

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 182

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 22:01:47 -0000

The Blind Piano Prodigy

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 181

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:59:23 -0000

A very special Culinary Arts program

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 180

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:56:56 -0000

Ice Hockey

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 179

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:48:55 -0000

A Special Calendar

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 178

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:46:44 -0000

Helping Hand

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 177

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:44:32 -0000

Danelle Umstead

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 176

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:42:14 -0000

2 Blind Brothers

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 175

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:40:17 -0000

Physics Today- Retinal Prosthesis

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 174

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:37:37 -0000

Jason Castonguay

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 173

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:35:27 -0000

Debbie Hazelton Update

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 172

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:33:11 -0000

Revisiting Audio Game Hub

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 171

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:30:24 -0000

Tyler Juranek

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 170

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:27:46 -0000

American Association of Blind Teachers

Speaking Out for the Blind 169

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:25:01 -0000

ACB Radio Amateurs

Speaking Out for the Blind episode 168

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:22:47 -0000

CCLVI

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 167

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:19:43 -0000

Blind Alive

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 166

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:15:49 -0000

Theatre by the Blind

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 165

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 20:05:58 -0000

Revisiting En-Vision America

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 164

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 15:57:20 -0000

Audio Description Update 2018

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 163

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 16:22:52 -0000

Across Two Novembers

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 162

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 16:20:29 -0000

Traveleyes

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 161

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 16:18:15 -0000

Rubik's Cube for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 160

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 16:15:00 -0000

Ann Chiapetta

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 159

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 16:12:10 -0000

Three Blind Authors

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 158

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 13:04:03 -0000

Get and update on Peter Altschul on this episode of Speaking Out for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 157

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 13:00:41 -0000

Learn about Audio Description on this episode of Speaking Out for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 156

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 12:58:15 -0000

This episode is all about blind vision.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 155

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 12:55:47 -0000

Find out about gene therapy on this episode of Speaking Out for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 154

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:38:19 -0000

Brian talks with Joel Snyder about the 2017 Badie contest.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 153

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:35:39 -0000

Brian talks with the Virginia Department of the Blind and Vision Impaired about they help Blind people land the jobs of their dreams.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 152

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:31:59 -0000

Brian interviews Jake Olson in this episode of Speaking Out for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 151

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:29:51 -0000

We learn about the talking laundry module in episode 151 of Speaking Out for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 150

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:26:02 -0000

The Sunu Band is featured in this episode of Speaking Out for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 149

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:23:10 -0000

We learn about Beep Baseball in this episode of Speaking Out for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 148

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:20:13 -0000

In this episode we learn about music through tactile stave notation.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 147

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:15:57 -0000

In this episode we learnabout Blind Veterans Services.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 146

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:13:15 -0000

In this episode we learn about the Hadley Institute for the Blind.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 145

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:10:56 -0000

Brian interviews Gio Garrett and Bay Area Rapid Transit.

Speaking Out for the Blind Episode 144

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:03:02 -0000

Brian McCallen talks with Frank Welte about Canes Across America.

Speaking Out for the Blind 143

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 16:14:55 -0000

HIVE Uganda Limited

Speaking Out for the Blind 142

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 16:08:06 -0000

Collagen Cross-Linking

Speaking Out for the Blind 141

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 16:06:01 -0000

Vision Forward Association AND help with independence

Speaking Out for the Blind 140

Wed, 17 May 2017 13:59:48 -0000

BADDIE Contest

Speaking Out for the Blind 139

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:36:46 -0000

Dot Watch

Speaking Out for the Blind 138

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:31:40 -0000

SAS Graphics Accelerator

Speaking Out for the Blind 137

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:29:29 -0000

The Blind Broadcaster

Speaking Out for the Blind 136

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:27:30 -0000

Enchanted Hills Camp

Speaking Out for the Blind 135

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:25:17 -0000

No Barriers

Speaking Out for the Blind 134

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:23:17 -0000

AmericaInsight Tours

Speaking Out for the Blind 133

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:21:17 -0000

New Zealand Earth Quakes

Speaking Out for the Blind 132

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:18:39 -0000

Aira

Speaking Out for the Blind 131

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:16:47 -0000

OBVS

Speaking Out for the Blind 130

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:14:45 -0000

Cooking without Looking

Speaking Out for the Blind 129

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:12:30 -0000

My Smart Cane

Speaking Out for the Blind 128

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:10:29 -0000

Audio Game Hub

Speaking Out for the Blind 127

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:08:19 -0000

DR. Farrell

Speaking Out for the Blind 126

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:05:56 -0000

Holiday Cooking

Speaking Out for the Blind 125

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:04:01 -0000

Team Tactile

Speaking Out for the Blind 124

Wed, 10 May 2017 15:01:51 -0000

2016 BADIE Contest

Speaking Out for the Blind 123

Wed, 10 May 2017 14:59:28 -0000

Kim Crosby

Speaking Out for the Blind 122

Wed, 10 May 2017 14:57:10 -0000

Brad Snyder

Speaking Out for the Blind 121

Wed, 10 May 2017 14:55:03 -0000

Learning Ally

Speaking Out for the Blind 120

Wed, 10 May 2017 14:52:50 -0000

Out of Sight

Speaking Out for the Blind 119

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 14:32:31 -0000

Brian interviews Sara Conrad.

Speaking Out for the Blind 118

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 14:29:03 -0000

Brian interviews McClain Hermes.

Speaking Out for the Blind 117

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 14:25:05 -0000

Brian interviews Fr. Robert Spitzer

Speaking Out for the Blind 116

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 14:19:00 -0000

Brian interviews Janet P. Szlyk.

Speaking Out for the Blind 115

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 14:15:22 -0000

Brian interviews Tom Perski from the Chicago Lighthouse.

Speaking Out for the Blind 114

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 14:11:28 -0000

Brian interviews Peter and Nancy Torpey of Eyes on Success.

Speaking Out for the Blind 113

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 14:07:15 -0000

In this episode Brian interviews Lainey Feingold.

Speaking Out for the Blind 112

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:37:58 -0000

2016 ADP Conference

Speaking Out for the Blind 111

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:32:48 -0000

Erin Lauridsen

Speaking Out for the Blind 110

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:28:41 -0000

Brian interviews Matt King of FaceBook.

Speaking Out for the Blind 109

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:23:35 -0000

Kari Kelley

Speaking Out for the Blind 108

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:20:16 -0000

Jessie Lorenz

Speaking Out for the Blind 107

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:15:19 -0000

The VIBES2 Fundraiser

Speaking Out for the Blind 106

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:10:26 -0000

San Francisco LightHouse and the Curious Million Dollar Donation

Speaking Out for the Blind 105

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:05:41 -0000

Brian interviews Adrijana Prokopenko.

Speaking Out for the Blind 104

Thu, 19 May 2016 20:00:44 -0000

Brian interviews Marcus Engel.

Speaking Out for the Blind 103

Thu, 19 May 2016 19:54:41 -0000

Brian McCallen interviews Patrick Henry Hughes.

Speaking Out for the Blind 102

Thu, 19 May 2016 19:48:32 -0000

Brian McCallen interviews Dr. Inger P. Singal.

Speaking Out for the Blind 101

Thu, 19 May 2016 19:43:41 -0000

Brian McCallen interviews Vinay Pimple.

Speaking Out for the Blind 100

Thu, 19 May 2016 19:40:52 -0000

In this episode Brian McCallen interviews Larry Turnbull who is the Managing Director of ACBRadio.