Podcast appearances and mentions of precious perez

In this episode, host Justice Shorter welcomes Jalyn Radziminski (Founder of Count US IN) and Henry Claypool.The podcast discusses the potential impacts of proposed cuts to Medicare and Medicaid services on people with disabilities in the United States. Medicaid cuts of $880 billion could significantly impact eligibility, services, and access to community-based living for people with disabilities. This threatens hard-won gains in deinstitutionalization and community integration. Closure of Social Security Administration offices and staffing cuts will exacerbate delays and denials of disability benefits, especially for those in rural areas who rely on in-person access. Increased government surveillance and scrutiny of disability program data raises concerns about privacy, discrimination, and distrust in accessing essential healthcare services. The disability community has a long history of advocacy and legal battles to secure rights and access, from the Rehabilitation Act to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Olmstead decision. This legacy must guide future efforts to protect Medicaid and Medicare. Disability advocates and organizers need increased funding and support to effectively push back against harmful policy changes and center the perspectives of marginalized communities within the disability movement.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

Guest and HostGuest: Precious Perez, President at RAMPD | On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/precious-perez-a0548915b/ | Website: https://preciousperezmusica.com/Host: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast & Music Evolves Podcast | Website: https://www.seanmartin.com/Show NotesThe intersection of music, technology, and accessibility is shaping how artists create, perform, and share their work. In this episode of Music Evolves, host Sean Martin speaks with singer, songwriter, and educator Precious Perez, a Berklee College of Music graduate with degrees in music education and vocal performance. As a blind Latina artist and disability advocate, Perez shares her journey in music, the role of technology in her creative process, and how she works to increase opportunities for musicians with disabilities.A Life Shaped by MusicPerez's passion for music started early, surrounded by the diverse sounds of her Puerto Rican household. From salsa and reggaeton to R&B and pop, her exposure to various genres helped shape her identity as an artist. She recalls her first songwriting experience in fourth grade, when she transformed a poem into a song with the help of a music teacher. That moment solidified her desire to pursue music professionally, leading her to Berklee, where she refined her skills in both performance and education.As a blind musician, Perez explains how she interacts with music differently from sighted artists. She describes her early experiences learning Braille music and how tactile memory plays a role in understanding composition. While she primarily relies on her ear, her knowledge of Braille notation helps her analyze rhythm and structure in a unique way.Technology as a Tool for InclusionFor Perez, technology has been both a gateway and a challenge. She demonstrates how she uses a BrailleSense note taker, a device that allows her to type lyrics and read them in Braille while composing. She also shares how screen reading software enables her to navigate recording software like Logic Pro and Pro Tools, ensuring she can produce and edit her music independently.Beyond the studio, accessibility in live performance is another key consideration. Whether using in-ear monitors or giving cues to her bandmates through verbal or physical signals, Perez emphasizes that clear communication and collaboration make performances seamless.Advocating for Disability Representation in MusicPerez is also the president of RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities), an organization founded by recording artist Lachi and NPR Tiny Desk Contest winner Gaelynn Lea. RAMPD is dedicated to amplifying disability culture, promoting accessibility, and ensuring that disabled artists have equitable opportunities in the music industry. The organization consults with major industry events like the Grammys, NAMM, and Folk Alliance to improve accessibility and representation.She stresses that disability is an often-overlooked part of diversity and that anyone, at any time, could join this community due to illness, injury, or aging. Through RAMPD, Perez and her colleagues are breaking down barriers and proving that disabled musicians are just as competitive and professional as their peers.A New Era of MusicPerez is embracing a new era in her music, blending her Latin roots with her pop and R&B influences. She performs her latest song, Rosé, a Spanish-language track about embracing the present moment with a loved one despite life's difficulties. With plans to record a new project with We Could Be Music in Costa Rica, she is leaning into the Latin music space in a way she has always envisioned.Her story is one of resilience, innovation, and passion. From navigating music education as a blind student to advocating for industry-wide accessibility, Perez is proving that talent and determination—not sight—define an artist's success.Listen to the full episode to hear Precious Perez's insights on technology, performance, and advocacy in music.SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring this show or placing an ad in the podcast?Sponsorship

In this episode, host Justice Shorter welcomes Aldita Amaru Gallardo (Action for Transformation Fund at Emergent Fund) and Rainier Miles (Black Trans Fund) for a powerful discussion on transgender movement-building, gender liberation, and the collective efforts of disabled and transgender organizers. Aldita and Rainier unpack the interconnectedness of anti-trans legislation and state-sanctioned violence, and break down how bodily autonomy is a unifying principle between the disability justice and transgender justice movements. Aldita's and Rainier's dreams of a gender-liberated world filled with community, art, joy, and interdependence, where everyone is able to thrive and exist freely, provides a motivating north star for funding transgender liberation.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode, host Justice Shorter interviews renowned writer, artist, historian, and activist Aurora Levins Morales. Morales discusses the importance of funding and supporting disabled elders, who hold rich histories and perspectives that are often overlooked. She shares her "homemade theories" for getting through tough times, emphasizing the power of collectivizing struggles and sharing stories. Morales also talks about the critical work of preserving marginalized histories and preventing their erasure, calling on funders to support local, community-led projects. She expresses gratitude for the recognition she has received, while also candidly sharing her need for financial support to sustain her work and living situation. Morales' insights offer a compelling vision for how we can cherish and uplift the wisdom of disabled elders.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.Support Aurora: https://www.patreon.com/auroralevinsmorales

Sarah Blahovec is the co-founder, co-director, and president of Disability Victory, a 501(c)(4) organization that aims to build the political power of disabled progressives.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Justice Shorter welcomes Nikki Brown Booker and Yolanda Vargas.The conversation explores what it means to work while disabled in 2024, including the importance of understanding disabled people as both care recipients and employers, the need for collective bargaining and cross-movement organizing between disability rights and worker rights groups, and strategies for cultivating inclusive and equitable workplaces for disabled employees.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Rebecca Williford, Esq., President & CEO of Disability Rights Advocates (DRA), for a conversation in honor of Disability Pride Month and the 34th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Rebecca shines a spotlight on the important work of DRA, a national nonprofit disability rights legal center that fights systemic discrimination against people with disabilities through impact litigation.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Gabriel Foster, Co-founder & Executive Director of the Trans Justice Funding Project. Foster shines a spotlight on the importance of centering the leadership of trans people in funding decisions, particularly in relation to intersecting oppressions such as ableism. Foster emphasizes the need for funders to move beyond symbolic gestures and provide meaningful support to LGBTQIA+ communities year-round. He specifically amplifies many of the current challenges faced by the trans community, and calls on philanthropy to prioritize inclusion and collaboration across marginalized communities. Foster urges listeners to consider the risks of inaction and to actively work towards disability inclusion.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

Summary In this episode, Penn and Moses welcome Precious Perez, a talented musician and author. They discuss Precious' background in music, her journey as an artist, and the inspiration behind her book 'Vision: My Story of Strength'. Precious shares her passion for music and her desire to break barriers as a Latina woman in the industry. She also emphasizes the importance of love and kindness in leaving a positive legacy. The episode concludes with a reminder to be kind to oneself and others. Takeaways Follow your passion and keep working towards your goals. Don't be afraid to ask for help and lean on the support of others. Choose love and kindness in all aspects of life. Leave a positive legacy by making a difference in the lives of others. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Costa Rica Trip 03:18 Precious' Background and Book 08:32 Passion for Music and Career Path 10:50 Preferred Genre and Musical Journey 13:14 Recording Music in Costa Rica 14:10 Legacy and Impact 15:56 Takeaway and Contact Information Thank you for listening to this episode of the blind chick if you have any questions for Penn or Moses, please call us at 720-712-8856 or email us at feedback@aftersight.org. Thanks for listening and will see you next week.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes mental health activist Dior Vargas for a conversation about the role philanthropy can play in supporting mental health, wellness, and self-care. Vargas shares a powerful call to action for accessible and equitable mental health care, highlighting the flaws in the current system and calling for community-based support and trauma-informed care.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Inevitable Foundation co-founders Richie Siegel and Marisa Torelli-Pedevska for a conversation on the importance of supporting authentic disability representation in the media. Richie and Marisa call on philanthropy to provide funding for media makers both through individual grants and broader initiatives. Together, they highlight the impact of such funding efforts, including helping disabled writers secure jobs and fostering inclusive spaces for disabled creatives.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Dr. Bonnie Swenor, Endowed Professor of Disability Health and Justice at The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing and Director of the Johns Hopkins Disability Health Research Center, about the many healthcare inequities that the disability community experiences due to ableism and inaccessibility. Dr. Swenor calls for philanthropy to engage with the disability community to support the development of better metrics for accurate data collection, highlighting the importance of including diverse perspectives and centering disabled people who hold multiple marginalized identities.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities) was founded in 2021 as a collective of artists, performers and music professionals with disabilities seeking to raise awareness of disability culture in the music business. Since then the organization has worked to advocate and create opportunities for disabled music professionals and ensure they have access to inclusive & accessible spaces, including partnering with the GRAMMYs to make the annual awards event more disability-inclusive. This month, we spoke with RAMPD's founder, Lachi & President, Precious Perez to learn about RAMPD's story and what the group is working on in 2024!

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, the Forum's Senior Program and Communications Associate, Olivia Williams, takes the mic as host. She's joined by Dr. Sami Schalk, associate professor in the Department of Gender & Women's Studies at UW-Madison and author of Black Disability Politics. Olivia and Dr. Schalk's wide-ranging, in-depth conversation covers the connections between ableism and anti-Blackness, shines a spotlight on historical and contemporary Black disabled activism, and uplifts why it's essential to fund the groundbreaking work of Black disabled folks.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Julie Farrar, a longtime disabled organizer and activist, along with Jen Matheson, who leads the leads the Advancing Disability Justice program at Northwest Health Foundation. Through storytelling and reflection, Julie and Jen shine a spotlight on the impact of funding direction action and organizing.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes the Disability & Philanthropy Forum team!Hear from all of the team members about what drew them to the Forum, what they've been working on, and what their calls-to-action are for the philanthropic sector.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Kristy Trautmann, Executive Director of FISA Foundation, an early signatory of the Disability Inclusion Pledge, to shine a spotlight on their commitment to disability inclusive grantmaking and operations.Foundations and philanthropy-serving organizations that sign the Disability Inclusion Pledge commit to working on eight action items to advance systemic change across the philanthropic sector.Kristy offers a deep well of insights on actionable steps for implementing the Pledge and calls upon colleagues in philanthropy to join the disability inclusion learning journey.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

Precious Perez is a singer, songwriter, educator and disability activist who has recently been performing and recording under the moniker “La Reggaetonera Ciega,” the Blind Reggaeton Singer. A graduate of the Berklee School of Music, she has already released one album, 2 EPs, one cover and eight singles, with a ninth on the way. Her single “Sin Preguntar” won Best Latin Song just last month at the Latin Music Awards KY.Precious is also President of RAMPD, Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities, whose mission is “to amplify Disability Culture, promote equitable inclusion and advocate for accessibility in the music industry.” Founded just two years ago by recording artists Lachi and Gaelynn Lea, RAMPD has already succeeded in making the last two Grammy Awards more accessible than ever to participants, audience members and viewers alike.Here Precious describes how from a very young age she learned to be adamantly her fullest self in private and in public so as to advocate for her needs and those of the blind musicians who will follow in her footsteps.https://preciousperezmusica.com/https://www.afb.org/consulting/afb-accessibility-resources/afbs-social-media-accessibility-standards

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Luticha André Doucette, a disability justice advocate and the owner of Catalyst Consulting. In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), join Emily and Luticha for a conversation on shifting towards a more inclusive workplace culture. Luticha offers a wealth of honest insights and best practices for fostering accessible, equitable workplaces for all. Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Dom Kelly, Co-Founder, President & CEO of New Disabled South, and Jalyn Radziminski, Founder of Count US IN; Commissioner and Vice Chair for Indiana Disability Rights' Protection and Advocacy Services, and Director of Engagement at the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law.Tune in for an impactful conversation on why it's essential to incorporate disability into all civic and political engagement work. Remember, every issue is a disability issue. If your funding doesn't support the civic participation of disabled people, it's not truly inclusive or intersectional. Dom and Jalyn offer insights and actionable ideas to shift civic engagement toward efforts that centers and honors the perspectives and lived experiences of the disability community.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Catarina Rivera, a dynamic disability public speaker and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) consultant. Catarina dives into why it's essential to ensure disability isn't overlooked in DEI work and offers an incredible wealth of actionable insights on implementing accessibility and disability-inclusive best practices. You'll want to take notes during this episode!Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Ryan Easterly, Executive Director of WITH Foundation, and Justice Shorter, a Disability Justice advocate and international advisor for disability inclusive humanitarian and disaster assistance, for a wide-ranging, poignant conversation on disability pride. Ryan and Justice offer insights into their lived experiences Black disabled people who are part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, reflect on the power of storytelling, and share how they find joy in disability identity and culture.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

She has been a PAD Board member, a member of our podcast team, a co-founder of RAMPD, and a Latin pop sensation. So, she's done it all, right? Not even close! Since we last featured Precious on the show, she's released several new songs, moved across the country, performed at some impressive venues, and (lest we forget) married our own producer, Shane Lowe. Join us as Lizzy and Precious catch up on where Precious's journey has taken her, her future plans, and what the Kennedy Center has to do with it all. Keep in mind that this is our last episode before the NFB national convention in Houston. We hope to see many of you at our meeting and Showcase of Talent! If you need to join us or renew your membership in time for convention, visit nfb-pad.org/member. See you in Houston!

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Taryn Mackenzie Williams, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy. Tune in for an insightful discussion on accessibility--what it means, how to implement it, and why it makes the world a just, equitable place.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Maria Town, President and CEO of the American Association of People with Disabilities. Tune in for an approachable conversation that shines a light on disability and offers insights for wherever you may be on your learning journey.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

For the pilot episode of Disability Inclusion: Required, host Emily Ladau welcomes Sandy Ho, Program Director of the Disability Inclusion Fund at Borealis Philanthropy and Dr. Richard Besser, President and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Tune in for a conversation on why it's essential that philanthropy applies a disability lens across all of their operations and grantmaking.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

Making a difference through music, Precious Perez is a blind musician, music educator, children's book author, activist and Vice President of RAMPD (Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities). She told Amelia Hilton about the barriers she's faced in the industry and how she is helping to break them down. You can learn more about Precious by going to her website preciousperezmusica.com and you can learn more about RAMPD by going to RAMPD.org . Image: RNIB Connect Radio 20th Anniversary logo (a green background with white text)

Join Jasmine Sandler, Warrior Women in Business Founder and Host and Precious Perez, Vice President, RAMP'D as her guest on WWIB Podcast Episode #38 for a special Women's History Month issue on women in business and disabilities, March 15th at 12pm EST / 9am PST. Jasmine and Precious, both musicians who have vision disabilities chat about the intersection of music and disability. Precious discusses how it relates to her work as both an individual artist, and with RAMP'D. They share how female musicians with any disability , whether physical or mental, can thrive in their career by embracing their strengths, finding the right communities and understanding their best opportunities. This episode is a continuation of a recent LinkedIn article Jasmine published as a new supporter of the RAMP'D community. As part of this very special podcast episode on Warrior Women, we will be making live donations to RAMP'D from anyone who makes an in podcast purchase of any Warrior women gear in the Warrior Women in Business clothing shop! Precious performs her song YOU for the audience as well! This was streamed on all Warrior Women in Business podcast social media channels on March 15th - LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube. Resources mentioned in this episode Precious Perez website: www.preciousperezmusica.com Instagram handle: @precious_puertorican20 Twitter handle: @pulyperez1 Tictok: @precious_puertorican20 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/preciousperezhummingbird?mibextid=LQQJ4d Tiny Desk submission link: https://youtu.be/BkYKVcE_GYo Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1WitAZrQD8ujMJ9RN0K0p6?si=_063akUDSuqPgt0af2DY2A Open Circle Theater/The Hive: http://opencircletheatre.org/ Tilting The Lens: https://tiltingthelens.com/ See My Style: https://m.facebook.com/groups/979286336382273/?ref=share&mibextid=uc01c0 Blind Delights: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067440105468&mibextid=LQQJ4d JLynn's Creative Studio: https://www.facebook.com/JLynsCreativeStudio?mibextid=LQQJ4d Blind Girl Designs: https://blindgirldesigns.com/ RAMPD: www.rampd.org SILENT FURY - - https://silentfury.myshopify.com/ WARRIOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS - https://warriorwomenbusiness.com/

Topics discussed/Key wordsAccessibility for disabilityAnxietyStarting in the music industryInaccessible apps/websitesAccessibility for gigs#preciousperez #jakeferretti #podcast #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #musician #braille #singer #songwriter #musicindustry #disability #disabled #latina #disabilityadvocate #bornblind #retinopathyofprematurity #blindness #blind #artist #advocacy #anxiety #depression #discrimination #poc #author #tiktok #audition #faith #ableism #accessibility #visibility #americansignlanguage #puertorican #hozier  MentionsJake Ferretti - https://twitter.com/Jake_FerrettiMy Sh**ty Actor Boyfriend - https://twitter.com/ActorShitty Precious Perez (twitter) - https://twitter.com/pulyperez1 Precious Perez (website) - https://preciousperezmusica.com/ RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professional with Disabilities) - https://rampd.org/ Retinopathy of Prematurity - https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/retinopathy-prematurity Berklee College - https://twitter.com/BerkleeCollege Lachi - https://rampd.org/profile/lachiASL Connect (American Sign Language) - https://twitter.com/aslconnectThe Adventures of Chocolate - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59457918-the-adventures-of-chocolate Samaritans - https://www.samaritans.orgCALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - https://www.thecalmzone.net/ MIND - https://www.mind.org.uk/ MIND OUT - https://mindout.org.uk/ 

Precious Perez is an extremely talent singer-songwriter and award-winning musician who has joined our Arts for All KY family with a personal passion for making opportunities for those with impairments, visual or otherwise, available. Kelsey Tullis is a dance instructor from Bowling Green, KY who has also joined Arts for All KY. Both share a passion for breaking down barriers to the arts, because the arts is a medium for all people. This program is made possible by the Kentucky Arts Council and the KY Department of Education: Office for Special Education and Early LearningVisit https://artsforall.transistor.fm/ to find your favorite way to tune in!

Our sister and very close friend Precious Perez stops by to talk about a teen who's family was murdered after being cat fished. We go through funny videos including a woman who is throwing a fit about cheating on her man during their vacation, We also talk more killings... This is a dark one but has some very deep conversations about punishment as a child, first cell phones and so much more! It goes down in the DM: Its the podcast that made it to radio Tuesdays from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM EST on https://venom.fm Use the Venom Alexa skill to listen to us by saying "Alexa, open venom radio." Then tell her to "Play live." Our graphics designer: https://allthingsledawn.com #DownInTheDMPod #DITDM #DannyAndMichele   It's a jammed packed show and we would love for you to join us on our journey back to podcasting! Be ready for more incredible love content every Sunday E-mail us for anything and everything: downinthedmpod@gmail.com Use the hashtags to send us content Unpopular Opinions: #DITDMOpinion Creepy DMs: #DITDMCreepy Tiktok Tare downs: #DITDMTaredown Book reviews: #DITDMReview

It's November. It's cold. It's dreary. It's gross. It's that weird time between the enjoyable part of fall and the holiday season. What genre of music would best describe November? The blues, obviously. So we found a guy who plays the blues with 2 instruments at the same time! How does he do it, and what does he have in common with Scene Change production team member Precious Perez? Find out the answers to these and many more questions as we spend our November episode with Noe Socha!

The show is alive … with the sound of music this week as Rob and Ryan welcome Precious Perez, singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, advocate and published children's author to the show. We discuss her love of music, what it was like attending Berklee College of Music as a blind student, her advocacy work and how music and representation can help normalize disability and education mainstream audiences. And Ryan even convinces her to sing too!  You don't want to miss this one! Show Transcript Show Notes Precious Perez http://www.preciousperezmusica.com RAMPD http://rampd.org/

In the first episode of season 5, Qudsiya is joined by musician Precious Perez. They talk about her experiences as a disabled artist and musician, her participation in the newly-launched advocacy coalition, RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities), and her vision for a music industry that centers and elevates disabled artists and music professionals.Transcript available here.If you're enjoying the podcast, please spread the word by leaving a rating and review on Apple podcasts, tagging us @DownToTheStruts on social media, or sharing the podcast with a friend.Transcript available hereBuy Qudsiya a coffeeDown to the Struts Substack

Host Chad Bouton sits down with Precious Perez who is a visually impaired musician, songwriter, and performer. Additionally, Precious sits on the chair for RAMPD that is looking to bring better representation and inclusion to the music industry for disabled musicians.

NOPBC PRESIDENTIAL REPORT: The Best Reality Show Ever—Real Families of the NOPBC Carlton Anne Cook Walker, President, NOPBC THE STUDENTS SPEAK: Building & Using Your Blindness Network Trisha Kulkarni, Computer Science, Stanford University; Board Member, NABS; Precious Perez, Music Education and Vocal Performance, Berklee College of Music; NFB of MA Board member; President, MA Association of Blind Students; Qualik Ford, Class of 2020, Parkville High School, MD School for the Blind; President, MD Association of Blind Students CONVENTION 411: How to Optimize Your Virtual Convention Experience Melissa A Riccobono, Chair, NOPBC Conference; Board Member, NOPBC

Colleges across the country are expanding study abroad programs offered to students, with some schools going as far as requiring that students take part in a studying abroad trip. Studying abroad offers a unique cultural experience that extends far beyond the realm of a traditional classroom. However, as a blind student, it can be tricky to know where to start. Panelists Johna Wright, Precious Perez, and Katelyn Macintyre have studied across the globe in Germany, Africa, and many places in between. They offer helpful insights about enrolling in a study abroad program and ensuring that the courses and excursions are accessible to you. Furthermore, they offer advice on making the most of your time in another country, creating memories that last a life time.   Thank you to our special guests Johna Wright, Precious Perez, and Katelyn Macintyre. Created and produced by: Nina Marranca, Seyoon Choi, and Haley Sumner Music credit: Tony Gebhard Image credit: Walker Chieffe   Are you interested in assisting with the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? We would love to hear from you! Please email ninam0814@gmail.com if interested.   Find the National Association of Blind Students on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nabspage/  Follow the National Association of Blind Students on Twitter: @nabslink