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I quit my law job to be at home with my kids. Turns out our daughter Tess has a rare genetic disorder called Hao-Fountain Syndrome, or USP7. She's different. And now, so is everything else. #USP7 #HaoFountainSyndrome #autism
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It's a Blind Life

Arya and Belle

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Hey there! On this show Belle and I talk about different things that have to do with our visual disability and what our lives are like. This podcast updates once a month on a Monday.
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This podcast is for people with Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS), their caregivers, and allies. It's a space to offer awareness, information, support and hope. CBS is a condition that causes visual hallucinations in people who are blind or visually impaired. Host Shaimond Foye and occasional co-hosts interview people with CBS, their caregivers, ambassadors, PhDs, and medical professionals. We also explore broader topics relevant to the visually impaired community, providing helpful information ...
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Athonite Audio

Athonite Audio

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The audio information provided by Athonite Audio is for the Blind and Visually Impaired and is produced and distributed exclusively for use by blind, visually impaired, or physically handicapped individuals under the authority of Section 121 of Title 17 the United States Code, or with permission of the copyright owner(s). Use of these materials is intended for those who are medically certified to be patrons of the Library of Congress National Library Service. However, Athonite Audio is free ...
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Kelly and Company

Accessible Media Inc

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Join Kelly MacDonald and contributors from the blind, partially sighted and disability community for lively one-hour discussions about arts, entertainment and the lifestyle issues that matter to you.
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Chester Talking Newspaper

Chester Talking Newspaper

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Local weekly news for visually impaired people living in Chester (England). Our weekly news cassettes and memory sticks are prepared and posted to local listeners on a Friday evening, with the online version being uploaded to our website shortly afterwards.
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Taking the Lead

Leader Dogs for the Blind

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Leader Dogs for the Blind empowers people who are blind or visually impaired with the tools for safe and independent daily travel. Our goal is to educate, advocate, and share real life experiences of those with blindness. Come learn, laugh, and grow with us.
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Heard & Empowered

National Industries for the Blind

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The Heard & Empowered podcast is where people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired find job inspiration, career opportunities, and a path to success. National Industries for the Blind knows that blindness is not a barrier to employment and career success. Listen now and unlock a world of opportunities with a podcast specifically tailored for people who are blind. Discover the untold stories, limitless career paths, and soul-stirring journeys of people across the United States who ...
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Sight and Sound Technology is the UK's leading provider of hardware and software to the blind, visually impaired and those with learning and reading difficulties. Our podcast is another channel for us to communicate all our latest news, talk about our product portfolio and speak to the people for whom our products are making a life-changing impact.
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Visions of BVA

Blinded Veterans Association

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Visions of BVA” is a dynamic and engaging podcast dedicated to exploring the rich stories, challenges, and achievements within the Blinded Veterans Association community. Through compelling narratives, insightful interviews, and the latest developments in accessible technology, this podcast aims to illuminate the diverse experiences of blind veterans, offering education, inspiration, and a sense of connection. With special episodes featuring influential guests and coverage of significant eve ...
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This podcast is focused on technology that supports people who are blind and visually impaired. Our panel of IT Trainers & guest panelists discuss all the latest in mainstream and inclusive technology innovations in a fun and informative manner. V I Labs is the technology function within Vision Ireland. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland. V I Labs provide technology assessments and training for all our service users. We are a not for profit charity, which offers supp ...
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Double Tap

Double Tap Productions Inc.

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Double Tap is the show where blind people talk tech! If you’re blind or partially sighted and have an interest in technology, this is the show for you. Everyone is welcome no matter how old you are or how much or how little experience you have with technology. Each week the team will help you better understand how technology can help your everyday life, even if you have little or no sight.
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VI Talk

VI Talk

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Welcome to the VI Talk. AudioBoom Channel. Part of VI Talk charity number 1165629. VI Talk is aimed at anyone with a visual impairment, anyone who knows someone who is visually impaired or anyone who has connections with an organisation or group that offers services or support to visually impaired people. You can find us in the following places. Facebook, search VI Talk for our Group and Page Twitter @VITalkPodcast Website www.vitalk.co.uk Email [email protected] Voicemail number 0161 298 82 ...
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Helping you understand everything you should know about Japan. Interviews with Japan experts, deep dives into Japanese culture and society, and plenty of laughs; every episode host Tony R. Vega sheds light on a different aspect of Japan. Whether you're planning a visit to Japan, learning Japanese or just have a passion for all things Japan, we've got something for you! Common topics include ・Japanese culture ・Deep dives into the Japanese language ・Japanese history ・Japanese food ・Japan trave ...
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Basically Blind

Avery Berschauer

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A glimpse into visually impaired life in a visual world. Host Avery Berschauer shares her personal experience and explores other topics around diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
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Cortical visual impairment (CVI) is the leading cause of pediatric visual impairment in the developed world. The eyes can see, but the brain can't interpret the visual world. Due to neuroplasticity, the functional vision of a child with CVI can improve. The number of children with CVI is growing, so why isn't anyone talking about this public health crisis? We are. Music by Storm Crews. Art by Ian Kleinfeld.
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Vision Insights

Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired

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Welcome to Vision Insights, a podcast produced by Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Vision Insights is a podcast that examines issues and concerns facing the blind and visually impaired community. On each episode, Senior Vice President for External Relations Cameron Sisser, will explore new developments in health, education and technology, benefiting the blind. Cameron will also be joined by some very special people who teach us everyday that it's possible to see without ...
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Sharon Podcast

Jessika Abernathy

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1. Impaired Verbal Communication Impaired Social Interaction.2. Impaired Social Interaction. 3. Disturbed Sensory Perception: Auditory/Visual. 4. Disturbed Thought Process. 5. Defensive Coping. 6. Interrupted Family Process. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessika-abernathy/support
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Suddenly Sightless

Alex & Laura

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Hey! We are Alex & Lau. 2 Visually impaired mid-twenty years old chatter boxes interested in sharing tips for make-up, cooking and dealing with mental health issues. There will be lots of laugh's, nattering and maybe a tear along the way! Disclaimer: This content is exclusively managed by Caters News. To license or use in a commercial player please contact [email protected] or call +44 121 616 1100 / +1 646 380 1615
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Are you visually impaired and not being seen? The See Me Cane Podcast keeps you updated on the latest developments of the See Me Cane 1R, including shipping updates, real user experiences, and behind-the-scenes conversations with those making it happen. Hear from testers of the newest version, users of the original See Me Cane, and the innovators bringing this life-changing tool to the world. Plus, don’t miss our ’Lighting Up the Blind’ segment, where we highlight incredible things visually ...
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Colleen talks about living with a visual impairment/legal blindness and how she finds inspiration. She discusses everything from technology to society to TV/film to her acting and writing career. This podcast will focus on providing knowledge, skills, and inspiration to anyone who is listening.
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In Culture

Microsoft

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On the In Culture podcast, we go behind the scenes with artists, gamers, musicians, designers, athletes, and visionaries in their fields to share a real-world look at how they’re shaping culture. In our latest podcast series, Variations on a theme, we explore the life and legacy of Sol LeWitt. We’ll cover key themes in LeWitt’s work and explore how his approach still influences some of the creative pioneers shaping the 21st century. Variations on a theme is a companion to the Sol LeWitt App, ...
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VARAMOZHI

VARAMOZHI

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VARAMOZHI BY NSS TKMCE || VARAMOZHI IS A INITIATIVE BY NSS UNITS 174 and 262 OF TKM COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, KOLLAM AIMS AT CREATING A FREE AUDIO LIBRARY OF MALAYALAM BOOKS FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED || Disclaimer: The Audiobooks contained here and their authority solely lies to the author and publisher altogether. This is only for education purposes, We don't mean to infringe any of the copyrights or publish it whatsoever. The audio library aims at delivering the Audible experience of books t ...
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Blind Show

Kirsten Kirby

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This is where a wide variety of topics will be covered. Everything from canes , to audio description, to audio dramas, everything Blind and Visually Impaired related. Cover art photo by http://buyfilm.co
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Ever feel overwhelmed when you visit a museum? Discover a better way to connect with art! Join lifelong art lover and museum fan Karen Jackson as she shares in vivid detail what she sees and discovers when she slows down to look at a work of art for minutes instead of seconds. Then you’ll find out the history, mystery or controversy behind the work or the artist! Monthly episodes are only about 10 minutes. The show is for all art lovers—from beginners to longtime fans and the visually impair ...
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Five Senses

Danielle Brite

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Find recordings for the visually impaired. For those who are able to see, we exist to wake you up. We exist to wake up everyone! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/danielle-brite/support
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BlindTechAdventures seeks to serve your content consumption needs by providing both interesting tech topics and adventure-related topics. This started as a YouTube channel, however we are providing this podcast as an alternative way for consuming this content. To check out the YouTube channel where you can interact with us live during the broadcast, please visit www.youtube.com/blindtechadventures
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Hi, I'm Jon and I'm legally blind. It occurred to me that my experiences and feelings about my vision might be shared by others so I created a podcast to start a conversation about what it's like to be visually impaired in a largely sighted world. Come join us!
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Hidung Mungil

Agus Sri

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Hi there! This podcast channel was created by a girl with vision impairment. It's a casual audio blog sharing about Agus Sri's daily life as a visually impaired and also a lot of interesting stories. Enjoy listening! Hai! Podcast ini dibuat oleh perempuan dengan keterbatasan penglihatan. Ini adalah audio blog santai yang berbagi tentang kehidupan sehari-hari Agus Sri sebagai tunanetra dan juga banyak cerita menarik lainnya. Selamat mendengarkan!
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Thatblindcast

Thatblindcast

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My podcast is about a visually impaired consumer that wants to inform people about assistive technology and technology that I use personally. The other major factor of my podcast is bringing people to interview about resources that can help others with disability. Cover art photo provided by Daniel von Appen on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@daniel_von_appen
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This Podcast is devoted to the stories I write. I will be reading them out for people that prefer audio books or are visually impaired and like to hear fantasy stories. I am an aspiring fantasy story writer and I want to share my work on multiple mediums!
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Why did Double Tap turn Spanish for a day? Steven and Shaun explain the tech fail, talk blind community empowerment, and review the latest version of the WeWALK Smart Cane with hands-on insights. In this lively episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece return from Sight Village with stories, tech talk, and a few unexpected language lessons. They kick …
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Explore the latest in assistive tech from Sight Village Birmingham 2025, including hands-on demos of the KapX headset, WeWalk Smart Cane 2, HumanWare’s Monarch display, and more. Hear from innovators shaping accessible design for blind and low-vision users. This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Inci…
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Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guests: Kate Birmingham - Head of Partnerships - Modmath Website: www.modmath.com Enterprise Distribution Site (for Schools): www.modmath.com/enterprise-distribution F…
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How do we cope with blindness, pride, and everyday challenges? On today’s Double Tap, Steven and Shaun read powerful listener emails about mobility, identity, online shopping, and disability pride. It’s a candid, emotional, and uplifting episode packed with real talk and a few laughs along the way. Steven and Shaun dive into a deeply personal episo…
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Michael Monteferrante has been the president and CEO of Envision, headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, since 2013. Envision is one of National Industries for the Blind’s associated nonprofit agencies, proudly serving people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired across the nation – enriching lives through employment, outreach, rehabilitation,…
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How should we respond to accessibility failures—calmly or with fire? Steven and Shaun read listener feedback on everything from guide dog refusals to glucose monitoring with the Libre system. It's a fiery, funny, and thoughtful episode packed with insight from the blind community. In this episode, Steven and Shaun dive into a stack of listener feed…
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2528 Amateur Radio Then and Now (Jul. 9, 2025) Show Notes How does ham radio connect people worldwide? Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with retired attorney and ham radio enthusiast John McCann (KW4U) about his experiences as a blind operator since the 1960’s, how modern equipment provides accessibility, and why this hobby is a fantastic way to m…
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2528 Amateur Radio Then and Now (Jul. 9, 2025) Show Notes How does ham radio connect people worldwide? Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with retired attorney and ham radio enthusiast John McCann (KW4U) about his experiences as a blind operator since the 1960’s, how modern equipment provides accessibility, and why this hobby is a fantastic way to m…
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This episode was originally released as episode 3 of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Today's Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Why do Japanese train stations do that? Topics Discussed The train system in rural areas versus urban areas in Japan Trains in Kagoshima and Ishikawa What a Wanmanressha (one man trains) is Unmanned rural train s…
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Join Steven Scott and Shaun Preece as they explore the latest in accessible technology live from Sight Village Birmingham. From wearable navigation aids to tactile imaging, it's a jam-packed episode with real-world insights, humour, and tech highlights. In this special on-location episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun broadcast from Sight Village…
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Steven and Shaun return from their short break with a packed episode tackling everything from JAWS pricing drama to the future of smart doorbells and AI agents. A major focus is the workplace screen reader debate: why NVDA isn't widely adopted, and whether JAWS remains the only viable option for employment. Later, they’re joined by Matt Ater and Ry…
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In this episode of the Charles Bonnet Syndrome Podcast, host Shaimond is joined by Dr. Marta Wnuczko, an experimental psychologist and professor at Humber Polytechnic. They discuss Dr. Wnuczko's research on how both sighted and blind individuals perceive and navigate their environments, and delve into the topic of hallucinations, including those ex…
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Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest: Jessica Giguere - Strategic Account Director - MedMinder Pharmacy Website: www.medminder.com Call Jessica: 978-493-2014 Email Jessica: jessica.giguere@medminder…
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2527 Living Through Vision Lost and Vision Regained (Jul. 2, 2025) Show Notes Becoming blind can be a difficult transition, but how does one adapt after regaining sight? Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Beth Pizzarello about losing vision due to RP, adapting to blindness, and undergoing innovative surgery that restored partial sight. They dis…
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2527 Living Through Vision Lost and Vision Regained (Jul. 2, 2025) Show Notes Becoming blind can be a difficult transition, but how does one adapt after regaining sight? Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Beth Pizzarello about losing vision due to RP, adapting to blindness, and undergoing innovative surgery that restored partial sight. They dis…
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Book available for purchase: https://www.sainthermanmonastery.com/The-Gurus-the-Young-Man-and-Elder-Paisios-p/guru.htm Translated by: Alexis Trader Published by: St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood, 2008 Telegram audio mp3 downloadable: This powerful memoir tells the story of a Greek youth who, out of a desire to know the truth empirically, began to e…
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The European Accessibility Act is now in full effect, but what does it mean exactly? Will it actually make a difference for those who are blind or visually impaired? This week on the show, we catch up with Vision Ireland’s new head of technology, Sean Doran, and head of sales at sister company Vially, Andrew Power, to learn about the European Acces…
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the Japanese word funiki (雰囲気) and other words that aren't read the way they are written. 👉Topics Discussed About the Japanese word funiki (雰囲気) What the correct way to read/pronounce funiki is Whether you should read funiki as fun'iki (ふんいき) or fuinki (ふいんき) Why so many people pronounce funiki incorr…
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This episode of *Visions of BVA* features the full audio version of the Spring 2025 BVA Bulletin, sharing key updates from the Blinded Veterans Association. Hear about the upcoming 80th National Convention in Dallas, major legislative priorities, and messages from BVA leadership including Executive Director Dr. Vernon Humphrey and President Paul Mi…
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With Sight Village Central now less than a week away, Stuart is joined by our Head of Sales and Marketing Stefanie Davies to unveil some special, limited-time offers, which are available from July 1st and do not require attendance at the Sight Village event. These promotions include: 10% off all Envision Edition glasses (Read, Home, and Pro edition…
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Elder Ephraim of Philotheou & Arizona: On the Holy Name of Christ “Keep the prayer and it will get you out of all your difficulties” -St Joseph the Hesychast and Cave-dweller Homily delivered at H.M. Philotheou, Athos on March 16th, 1988. Telegram audio mp3 downloadable: https://t.me/athoniteaudio/8326…
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On our final episode, we celebrate the incredible journey of Kelly and Company and reflect on the moments that made it special. From the voices who’ve been with us since day one to the friends we’ve made along the way, it’s a proper throwback with the people who shaped the show. Original co-host Sharon Caddy joins us to reminisce about the early da…
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In this episode, Steven and Shaun explore why JAWS dominates screen reader use in the workplace and whether NVDA is a viable alternative considering potential price increases for JAWS. They discuss pricing, support, accessibility scripting, and the future of assistive tech. Thanks to Turtleback Low Vision for sponsoring this episode of Double Tap. …
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Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest: Margaret Downs, RCP - Executive Director - Premier Visual Voice, LLC Mathew Call, NCSP - Director of Technology - Premier Visual Voice, LLC Website: https://pre…
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We're continuing our catch-up with old friends in advance of this year's Sight Village Central event, in Birmingham. Stuart is having a long overdue chat with Jenny axler from Selvas. Jenny and the team have had an incredibly busy year and have lots of news about some current and soon-to-be released features for the BrailleSense 6, including a new …
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Summertime in Canada host some of the biggest concert series, if you are looking for something fun, arts and culture contributor Amy Amantea has the details. For the first few years of Kelly and Company, Mondays were known for back-to-back serious content; two people who contributed to those talks were Ron Malis and Danielle McLaughlin, with money …
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Is Eleven Labs building the next big voice assistant? Steven and Shaun break down the company's latest demo video and share their thoughts on the future of AI integration. Plus, practical talk on screen readers, accessible appliances, and daily blind tech. This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incid…
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Jeff Mittman is the president and CEO of Bosma Enterprises in Indianapolis, one of the Midwest's largest nonprofit organizations providing employment and training for people who are blind or visually impaired. A retired U.S. Army veteran, he lost his sight in 2005 while serving in Iraq. Jeff has dedicated his career to service, first through the mi…
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On today’s show, we’re kicking off the show with Artists’ Corner, visiting percussionist and educator Jeff Stewart, who brings decades of experience using drumming to build connection, confidence, and community. Forbes named Microsoft, Nike, and 97 other companies to its first Accessibility 100 List; we talk about who made the list and why it matte…
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Are audio-based social apps still relevant for blind users in 2025? Steven and Shaun revisit Zello, Clubhouse, and other platforms while tackling listener questions about Siri, Braille signage, CD ripping, and accessible radio tech. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun open the inbox and answer listener questions on everything from nosta…
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2526 Encore of 1514 Beep Baseball (Jun. 25, 2025) Show Notes Beep Baseball is a variant of American baseball that has been adapted to be safe for its blind participants. Hosts Nancy and Pete Torpey speak with Blake Boudreaux and Stephen Guerra of the National Beep Baseball Association about how the game is played, what special equipment is used and…
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2526 Encore of 1514 Beep Baseball (Jun. 25, 2025) Show Notes Beep Baseball is a variant of American baseball that has been adapted to be safe for its blind participants. Hosts Nancy and Pete Torpey speak with Blake Boudreaux and Stephen Guerra of the National Beep Baseball Association about how the game is played, what special equipment is used and…
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Welcome to another episode of the Sight and Sound Technology podcast. We're gearing up for Sight Village Central, taking place this year on July 7th and 8th in Birmingham, and, on this, the first in a couple of episodes that you'll hear over the next week, we're unveiling some new and exciting technology that will be on our stand during the show. W…
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