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Another VI Archery gold for Great Britain as blind veteran and wheelchair user Terry Piper wins gold in the Open Archery competition.  RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey chatted with Terry just after he had been presented with his gold medal.  Image shows Terry wearing his gold medal being interviewed by Toby

As the Blind Archers start their practice session at the IBSA World Blind Games 2023 ready to compete later in the games our Toby Davey caught up with blind veteran and wheelchair user Terry Piper who is competing as a B4 archer in the open competition at the games. Terry talks about the compound bow that he uses and how he is able with the level of sight he has to use a scope on the sight to line his bow up with the target and how his son helps him as his spotter too.  Image shows IBSA World Games Birmingham 2023 logo

It's an all new That Real Blind Tech show. Brian welcomes in Aaron Hale, a motivational speaker, extreme athlete, business entrepreneur, and a Blind Veteran.   We kick the interview off with Aaron telling us how he was blinded in combat as Aaron was in the army and an explosives expert. We find out what it feels like to approach an explosive device, and Aaron shares with us the incident that blinded him.   Aaron then walks us through his recovery process at Walter Reed, and how helpful his introduction to the Bard Talking Book Reader was.    While rehabbing and instructing Aaron was introduced to Homes for Heroes.   Not one to sit around, as soon as Aaron got going on the iPhone, he began researching outdoor activities for the blind. He came across several blind people who have accomplished amazing tasks, and wanted to know how he could get involved with exploring the outdoors as someone who is blind. Which led to him climbing the Andes Mountains with a group of Wounded Veterans.   Aaron and Brian reminisce a little about some of their favorite shows growing up.   Aaron then tells us about when and how he lost his hearing, and what learning he would be deaf blind was like. Amazingly, Aaron all handled it phenomenally well thanks to his sense of humor.   Aaron then shares with us what takes place during the Cochlear implant process.   Next Aaron tells us a little about his time in the Navy as a cook, and how he eventually started a very successful fudge business called Extra Ordinary Delights.   Read about Aaron's appearance on The Rachel Ray Show.   Aaron then tells us about his continuing involvement with Homes for Heroes, and the upcoming event he is currently training for the Badwater 135 where he will be raising money for Homes For Heroes. If you would like to support Aaron or Homes For Heroes please make a donation here.   We then discuss what the experience with Veteran Affairs has been like.   Make sure to check out Aaron's podcast Point of Impact.   To contact That Real Blind Tech Show, you can email us at ThatRealBlindTechShow@gmail.com, join our Facebook Group That Real Blind Tech Show, join us on the Twitter @BlindTechShow , or leave us an old school phone message at 929-367-1005, and make sure to visit our website where you can listen to any of our past episodes.

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Originally recorded during the 2/27/22 Episode of How Did We Miss That?, found here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GCrA5wXI0k Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1410495500 Odysee: https://odysee.com/how-did-we-miss-that-ep-26-02-27-22:c96af0ad6cc992c321a283df0fbcf374054c62c6 Facebook: https://facebook.com/4601756909924493 Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1mrGmaABVPvGy Rumble: https://rumble.com/vw3kdd-amazon-union-organizers-arrested-facebook-manipulation-ukraine-how-did-we-m.html Story 1- Amazon Union Leader ARRESTED! #solidarity with Chris Smalls Story 2- Right Wingers Gaming the FB Algorithm Story 3- Tragedy at Peaceful Protest in Portland Story 4- Ukraine: Misinformation & Emotional Manipulation Story 5- Blind Justice Find all the links to these stories and more at https://independentleftnews.substack.com/p/watch-live-10pm-et-amazon-union-organizers?utm_source=url Where can you like, follow & support #IndependentLeftNews?

STEVE BASKIS is a retired US Army veteran, who, in 2008, suffered severe wounds due to an improvised explosive device (IED), his injuries were extensive, and included loss of sight, multiple shrapnel injuries, along with nerve damage to his left arm. Thanks to his courageous and selfless service, he was immediately awarded the Purple Heart medal by the US President. Today, he's an established author, presenter, athlete, and motivator. He's won awards for his contributions to the blind community, he's medalled at the national level of both the summer, and winter Olympics, and he has his own non-profit organisation: Blind Endeavors. His accomplishments are too many to list, and the list is still growing. HAVE YOU MET... STEVE BASKIS. TIMESTAMPS [clickable in some apps]: [00:12] INTRO [01:08] Steve's life before joining the military [11:37] Joining the military [18:51] Steve talking about his injury [25:24] Adapting post-injury [31:47] The black abyss & starving for light [35:54] Smart-phones & screen-readers [39:03] Using a white cane [43:05] Dealing with losing eyesight & losing a friend, at the same time ["humans hunting humans"] [49:41] Post-injury adventuring [55:29] Soldiers to Summits expedition [57:20] Feeling the mountain [58:14] Using sound to understand the world [01:00:37] The BrainPort [01:04:12] A climb that went wrong [01:07:32] Kayaking [01:17:40] Playing the drums [01:19:19] Next BIG adventure: trans-Atlantic sailing [01:21:36] Remembering faces [01:25:01] Steve guessing what Ben looks like [01:29:40] Steve's message [01:31:45] OUTRO HAVE YOU MET... LINKS: All Links (Linktree) YouTube Full Episodes (out WEEKLY) YouTube Clips (Most days) Website Instagram Anchor Twitter Facebook LinkedIn STEVE'S LINKS: Instagram @baskis360 Instagram @blindendeavors Facebook YouTube Twitter @stevebaskis Website Podcast Steve's non-profit: BLIND ENDEAVORS: - NEW EPISODES WEEKLY - NEW CLIP MOST DAYS - [During September 2021 we'll be releasing episodes every 2 weeks] Open-minded and curious conversational interviews. Extreme variety of guests and topics. Just two people talking... THANKS FOR LISTENING!! Hope you enjoy(ed) the episode :) ALL LINKS

Welcome to the Big Impact Ep 222 and the incredible story of David Barry. After serving the country for 40 plus years in the Army, and then as a school teacher, David lost his eyesight at age 62. He shares his powerful and inspiring insight into learning to live life in the dark while not giving in to depression or negativity. Listen, SHARE and be inspired! BECOME A BIG IMPACT "INSIDER" We need your help to continue presenting the Big Impact each week. You can now share a MONTHLY gift via PATREON  or make a ONE TIME donation via PAYPAL BIG IMPACT VIDEO CHANNEL - You'll find free VIDEOS of our podcast interviews HERE SUBSCRIBE to the Big Impact Podcast for free! Apple - Google - Stitcher - Spotify - iHeart

A conversation with Dr. Thomas Zampieri president of the Blinded Veterans Association. In this episode we discuss the changes that have occurred in July of 2020 on Capitol Hill for disabled veterans, specifically items related to the special adaptive housing grant. Visit: www.bva.org to learn more about how you can help Blind Veteran‘s.

The Colorado legislature reconvenes this month. We break down some of the issues that could take center stage, and some of the laws that took effect January 1. Plus, blind veteran adventurer Steve Baskis doesn't set out to inspire, but he's definitely leading by example. And a cookbook from Antonito brings back memories of home in the San Luis Valley.

We Honored the Vets today during Coach Gray Coaches Corner! What a show Honoring our Veterans! Coach Gray was back from his conference. This was a unique honor to discuss not only current sports issues, but highlight and hear in great depth the challenges Veterans go through as they sacrifice their all to serve and protect our Country. First Quarter Coach Gray and Karla Williams discussed last weeks guest Nikki Giovanni, and the New Season of the NFL coming up! Yes are you ready for some football? We also discussed the tragic story of the two boxers who lost their lives to the sport. We gave praise to Coco Gauf --Go Coco Go! We are rooting for her as she seeks to dominate the Citi Open on Sunday 7/27/19 after winning the Qualifying round today. Congratulations! Second Quarter: This is where the show got even more exciting! Our very special Guests included Lady Dymund Britt, CEO of the Dymund Group and Patricia Craig the Chairperson of the Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council service the greater Washington DC metropolitan area. They discussed an exciting 3-day VETERAN PRESIDENTIAL EVENT to improve the lives of Veterans. The event which will include All former & current President(s), Congressional Leaders, Senate Representatives, International Presidents & Governmental Leaders a like with domestic U. S. Governors, Mayors, great sports figures, entertainment stars will be in attendance. Both national and international news channels will be syndicating nationwide to cover the activities. Special performances from the Kennedy Center, Comedians, Military Brigade Generals and other military and affiliated agencies, renown community leaders and our very own U. S. Veterans and civilians are expected! Here is a synopsis of the 3-day event: •Operation Genesis: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Presidential and Distinguished Roundtable Discussions to identify assistance programs for Veterans and more! Operation Peace: Friday November 8, 2019 The Veterans Ball at the MGM, National Harbor- A tour of the location of the Blind Veteran’s- a movie and happy hour gathering. •Operation Tohidu: Concert - Saturday, November 9, 2019 The Award Ceremony- at Waters Edge Event Center, Belcamp, MD. A morning prayer breakfast to include an evening concert and silent auction along with an awards ceremony honoring Veterans. For more information please go to BISM.org/Veterans. This event will be mentioned on the show each and every week until each Operation has fulfilled its mission! Third Quarter and Fourth Quarters: Kenny and Karla joined in on the invigorating discussion with Lady Dymund and Pat, concerning Veterans and mental health challenges which affect not only themselves, but their families and everyone they love and care for—there are services out there to help as Pat can lead you to them. Contact either Lady Dymund or Pat for assistance and volunteer opportunities. (Listen to the show for contact information!) Final words and final discussion. Please listen to hear what was discussed –you do not want to miss out on the opportunity to serve our Vets! We need Volunteers! See you next week

We Honored the Vets today during Coach Gray Coaches Corner! What a show Honoring our Veterans! Coach Gray was back from his conference. This was a unique honor to discuss not only current sports issues, but highlight and hear in great depth the challenges Veterans go through as they sacrifice their all to serve and protect our Country. First Quarter Coach Gray and Karla Williams discussed last weeks guest Nikki Giovanni, and the New Season of the NFL coming up! Yes are you ready for some football? We also discussed the tragic story of the two boxers who lost their lives to the sport. We gave praise to Coco Gauf --Go Coco Go! We are rooting for her as she seeks to dominate the Citi Open on Sunday 7/27/19 after winning the Qualifying round today. Congratulations! Second Quarter: This is where the show got even more exciting! Our very special Guests included Lady Dymund Britt, CEO of the Dymund Group and Patricia Craig the Chairperson of the Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council service the greater Washington DC metropolitan area. They discussed an exciting 3-day VETERAN PRESIDENTIAL EVENT to improve the lives of Veterans. The event which will include All former & current President(s), Congressional Leaders, Senate Representatives, International Presidents & Governmental Leaders a like with domestic U. S. Governors, Mayors, great sports figures, entertainment stars will be in attendance. Both national and international news channels will be syndicating nationwide to cover the activities. Special performances from the Kennedy Center, Comedians, Military Brigade Generals and other military and affiliated agencies, renown community leaders and our very own U. S. Veterans and civilians are expected! Here is a synopsis of the 3-day event: •Operation Genesis: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Presidential and Distinguished Roundtable Discussions to identify assistance programs for Veterans and more! Operation Peace: Friday November 8, 2019 The Veterans Ball at the MGM, National Harbor- A tour of the location of the Blind Veteran’s- a movie and happy hour gathering. •Operation Tohidu: Concert - Saturday, November 9, 2019 The Award Ceremony- at Waters Edge Event Center, Belcamp, MD. A morning prayer breakfast to include an evening concert and silent auction along with an awards ceremony honoring Veterans. For more information please go to BISM.org/Veterans. This event will be mentioned on the show each and every week until each Operation has fulfilled its mission! Third Quarter and Fourth Quarters: Kenny and Karla joined in on the invigorating discussion with Lady Dymund and Pat, concerning Veterans and mental health challenges which affect not only themselves, but their families and everyone they love and care for—there are services out there to help as Pat can lead you to them. Contact either Lady Dymund or Pat for assistance and volunteer opportunities. (Listen to the show for contact information!) Final words and final discussion. Please listen to hear what was discussed –you do not want to miss out on the opportunity to serve our Vets! We need Volunteers! See you next week

What a fantastic Show! First Quarter Coach Gray and Karla Williams discussed Coco Gauff the 15 year old who is breaking ground and making her awesome mark in the Tennis world and taking everybody by storm as she advances in Wimbledon. Go Coco! We also discussed and praised the USA Women’s Soccer team for their upcoming title match in the World cup –match on Sunday 7/7 –don’t miss it! MMA fighter Fallon Fox who crushed the skull of her opponent, Tamikka Brents and what measures should be taken to make sure that fights are equal and fair. How much is the tally of NBA draft and free agents all together? Listen in for the billions of dollars that are earned by all players and counting! You will not believe it. Second Quarter and Third Quarter: This is where the show got even more exciting! Guests included Paul Palmer, a former professional American Football running back in the NNFL for the Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions, and Dallas Cowboys. He also was a Football player for the Barcelona Dragons in the World League. He played College Football at Temple University and lived in Potomac Md! He discussed….well you must listen to hear more about his life, interesting stories, and Hall of Fame too! Fourth Quarter: Paul Palmer provided final comments and Highlights of the Dymund Group and Coach Gray and Karla’s participating as the core team –discussed an exciting 3-day VETERAN PRESIDENTIAL EVENT to improve the lives of Veterans. The event which will include All former & current President(s), Congressional Leaders, Senate Representatives, International Presidents & Governmental Leaders a like with domestic U. S. Governors, Mayors, great sports figures, entertainment stars will be in attendance. Both national and international news channels will be syndicating nationwide to cover the activities. Special performances from the Kennedy Center, Comedians, Military Brigade Generals and other military and affiliated agencies, renown community leaders and our very own U. S. Veterans and civilians are expected! Here is a synopsis of the 3-day event: •Operation Genesis: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Presidential and Distinguished Roundtable Discussions to identify assistance programs for Veterans and more! Operation Peace: Friday November 8, 2019 The Veterans Ball at the MGM, National Harbor- A tour of the location of the Blind Veteran’s- a movie and happy hour gathering. •Operation Tohidu: Concert - Saturday, November 9, 2019 The Award Ceremony- at Waters Edge Event Center, Belcamp, MD. A morning prayer breakfast to include an evening concert and silent auction along with an awards ceremony honoring Veterans. For more information please go to BISM.org/Veterans. This event will be mentioned on the show each and every week until each Operation has fulfilled its mission! Final words and final discussion. Please listen to hear what was discussed –you do not want to miss out on the opportunity to serve our Vets! See you next week!

What a fantastic Show! First Quarter Coach Gray and Karla Williams discussed Coco Gauff the 15 year old who is breaking ground and making her awesome mark in the Tennis world and taking everybody by storm as she advances in Wimbledon. Go Coco! We also discussed and praised the USA Women’s Soccer team for their upcoming title match in the World cup –match on Sunday 7/7 –don’t miss it! MMA fighter Fallon Fox who crushed the skull of her opponent, Tamikka Brents and what measures should be taken to make sure that fights are equal and fair. How much is the tally of NBA draft and free agents all together? Listen in for the billions of dollars that are earned by all players and counting! You will not believe it. Second Quarter and Third Quarter: This is where the show got even more exciting! Guests included Paul Palmer, a former professional American Football running back in the NNFL for the Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions, and Dallas Cowboys. He also was a Football player for the Barcelona Dragons in the World League. He played College Football at Temple University and lived in Potomac Md! He discussed….well you must listen to hear more about his life, interesting stories, and Hall of Fame too! Fourth Quarter: Paul Palmer provided final comments and Highlights of the Dymund Group and Coach Gray and Karla’s participating as the core team –discussed an exciting 3-day VETERAN PRESIDENTIAL EVENT to improve the lives of Veterans. The event which will include All former & current President(s), Congressional Leaders, Senate Representatives, International Presidents & Governmental Leaders a like with domestic U. S. Governors, Mayors, great sports figures, entertainment stars will be in attendance. Both national and international news channels will be syndicating nationwide to cover the activities. Special performances from the Kennedy Center, Comedians, Military Brigade Generals and other military and affiliated agencies, renown community leaders and our very own U. S. Veterans and civilians are expected! Here is a synopsis of the 3-day event: •Operation Genesis: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Presidential and Distinguished Roundtable Discussions to identify assistance programs for Veterans and more! Operation Peace: Friday November 8, 2019 The Veterans Ball at the MGM, National Harbor- A tour of the location of the Blind Veteran’s- a movie and happy hour gathering. •Operation Tohidu: Concert - Saturday, November 9, 2019 The Award Ceremony- at Waters Edge Event Center, Belcamp, MD. A morning prayer breakfast to include an evening concert and silent auction along with an awards ceremony honoring Veterans. For more information please go to BISM.org/Veterans. This event will be mentioned on the show each and every week until each Operation has fulfilled its mission! Final words and final discussion. Please listen to hear what was discussed –you do not want to miss out on the opportunity to serve our Vets! See you next week!

What a show Honoring our Veterans! This was a unique honor to discuss not only current sports issues, but highlight and hear in great depth the challenges Veterans go through as they sacrifice their all to serve and protect our Country. First Quarter Coach Gray and Karla Williams discussed the potential move of Kawhi Leonard to the LA Lakers and the big deal he may land if he does make a move. We also discussed and praised the USA Women’s Soccer team for their recent winning against France as they advance toward the world cup title! Second Quarter: This is where the show got even more exciting! Guests included Lady Dymund Britt, CEO of the Dymund Group and Patricia Craig the Chairperson of the Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council service the greater Washington DC metropolitan area and Raphael Garcia, Owner of the Sports Talk Radio Show NGSC Sports. They discussed an exciting 3-day VETERAN PRESIDENTIAL EVENT to improve the lives of Veterans. The event which will include All former & current President(s), Congressional Leaders, Senate Representatives, International Presidents & Governmental Leaders a like with domestic U. S. Governors, Mayors, great sports figures, entertainment stars will be in attendance. Both national and international news channels will be syndicating nationwide to cover the activities. Special performances from the Kennedy Center, Comedians, Military Brigade Generals and other military and affiliated agencies, renown community leaders and our very own U. S. Veterans and civilians are expected! Here is a synopsis of the 3-day event: •Operation Genesis: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Presidential and Distinguished Roundtable Discussions to identify assistance programs for Veterans and more! Operation Peace: Friday November 8, 2019 The Veterans Ball at the MGM, National Harbor- A tour of the location of the Blind Veteran’s- a movie and happy hour gathering. •Operation Tohidu: Concert - Saturday, November 9, 2019 The Award Ceremony- at Waters Edge Event Center, Belcamp, MD. A morning prayer breakfast to include an evening concert and silent auction along with an awards ceremony honoring Veterans. For more information please go to BISM.org/Veterans. This event will be mentioned on the show each and every week until each Operation has fulfilled its mission! Third Quarter: Raphael Garcia, Owner of the Sports talk radio show and joined in on the invigorating discussion with Lady Dymund, Pat, Coach Gray and Karla along with Lou concerning Veterans and mental health challenges which affect not only themselves, but their families and everyone they love and care for—there are services out there to help as Pat can lead you to them. Contact her today for assistance and volunteer opportunities. (Listen to the show for contact information!) Fourth Quarter The enlightening discussion continued with the Special Guests and callers regarding the Veteran’s 3-day events and the exciting event concerning the next Olympics! Final words and final discussion. Please listen to hear what was discussed –you do not want to miss out on the opportunity to serve our Vets!

What a show Honoring our Veterans! This was a unique honor to discuss not only current sports issues, but highlight and hear in great depth the challenges Veterans go through as they sacrifice their all to serve and protect our Country. First Quarter Coach Gray and Karla Williams discussed the potential move of Kawhi Leonard to the LA Lakers and the big deal he may land if he does make a move. We also discussed and praised the USA Women’s Soccer team for their recent winning against France as they advance toward the world cup title! Second Quarter: This is where the show got even more exciting! Guests included Lady Dymund Britt, CEO of the Dymund Group and Patricia Craig the Chairperson of the Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council service the greater Washington DC metropolitan area and Raphael Garcia, Owner of the Sports Talk Radio Show NGSC Sports. They discussed an exciting 3-day VETERAN PRESIDENTIAL EVENT to improve the lives of Veterans. The event which will include All former & current President(s), Congressional Leaders, Senate Representatives, International Presidents & Governmental Leaders a like with domestic U. S. Governors, Mayors, great sports figures, entertainment stars will be in attendance. Both national and international news channels will be syndicating nationwide to cover the activities. Special performances from the Kennedy Center, Comedians, Military Brigade Generals and other military and affiliated agencies, renown community leaders and our very own U. S. Veterans and civilians are expected! Here is a synopsis of the 3-day event: •Operation Genesis: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Presidential and Distinguished Roundtable Discussions to identify assistance programs for Veterans and more! Operation Peace: Friday November 8, 2019 The Veterans Ball at the MGM, National Harbor- A tour of the location of the Blind Veteran’s- a movie and happy hour gathering. •Operation Tohidu: Concert - Saturday, November 9, 2019 The Award Ceremony- at Waters Edge Event Center, Belcamp, MD. A morning prayer breakfast to include an evening concert and silent auction along with an awards ceremony honoring Veterans. For more information please go to BISM.org/Veterans. This event will be mentioned on the show each and every week until each Operation has fulfilled its mission! Third Quarter: Raphael Garcia, Owner of the Sports talk radio show and joined in on the invigorating discussion with Lady Dymund, Pat, Coach Gray and Karla along with Lou concerning Veterans and mental health challenges which affect not only themselves, but their families and everyone they love and care for—there are services out there to help as Pat can lead you to them. Contact her today for assistance and volunteer opportunities. (Listen to the show for contact information!) Fourth Quarter The enlightening discussion continued with the Special Guests and callers regarding the Veteran’s 3-day events and the exciting event concerning the next Olympics! Final words and final discussion. Please listen to hear what was discussed –you do not want to miss out on the opportunity to serve our Vets!

On the centenary of Armistice Day, over 100 blind veterans assembled at Horse Guards Parade in London. Some were blinded in action. However, most started to lose their sight well after their service had ended. Reporter Dave Williams went to talk to them as they assembled for this historic event - we hear just some of their stories. Also, Peter White visits 97-year-old blind veteran Peter Van Zeller. He is a resident at a Blind Veteran’s UK care home, and shares the story of when he first discovered a previously-unknown family connection to the home, and the charity. Presenter: Peter White Reporter: Dave Williams Producer: Lee Kumutat

How do you put your life back in order, when sight loss hits you so suddenly and unexpectedly? Four years ago, Steven Birkin lost his sight and with it, he had to learn how to regain his independence. Now, Steve has turned his life around and earlier this year won his first silver medal for Team GB at the British Taekwondo International Poomsae Championships in London. Speaking with RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley, Steve explains what lead him to pick up taekwondo after losing his sight.

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