Podcast appearances and mentions of tony stephens

This past year, producer and host of AFB Possibilities Tony Stephens traveled to west Virginia to capture the stories of six individuals who are blind or have low vision. Traveling by train from the East Coast, he experienced first hand the states beauty and ruggedness as they crawled through the Appalachian Mountains before settling on the banks of the Ohio River. What he discovered was a strong spirit of independence standing on the shoulders of communities that strive to take care of one-another. The same values that made these mountain towns thrive in the early days of our nation's founding remain just as strong today in the stories of these six individuals: Heather, Lee, Earl, Asher, John and Aaron. The stories were featured in the 2025 documentary short film Unseen Horizons, which is available to watch on YouTube. A production of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), the documentary film was made possible through the generous support of the Teubert Foundation. Produced and edited by Tony Stephens at the Pickle Factory in Baltimore, Maryland with digital media support from Kelly Gasque and Breanna Kerr. Theme music for this episode is "As Far As the Eye Can See" by Tristan Barton licensed through ArtList.IO. Visit the podcast page on our website and consider making a gift today to support our work creating a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

The fight plunges into raw desperation as the party faces towering horrors in a flooded cavern where every step, strike, and breath matters. Reinforcements arrive at the moment hope begins to fray, turning chaos into coordination as fire, steel, and willpower clash against something that refuses to stay dead.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo and Theme (Crimson Crown) by Tony Stephens

A daring plan collapses into nightmare as the party confronts the true form of Ambrosius Veyl beneath Veythrone. What was meant to be a decisive strike instead unleashes horrors that warp flesh and challenge survival. Trapped deep underground with impossible foes closing in, the heroes are forced to rely on instinct, ingenuity, and each other in order to endure.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo and Theme (Crimson Crown) by Tony Stephens

Hour 1 for 2/4/26 Drew and Rosemary McGuire Berry cover the personalities of the saints and her new book Piety and Personality (16:42). Then, Fr. Tony Stephens, CFM covers the life of Sr. Adele Brise (29:37), and her cause for canonization (43:21). Link: https://adelebrice.org/

Drawn deep beneath Veythrone into the moonlit arteries of the Veinmarket, the party enters into an uneasy alliance with the Argent Order. Secrets from Mike's past resurface as a bold infiltration gambit brings the heroes face-to-face with a legend of the city's underworld.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo and Theme (Crimson Crown) by Tony Stephens

Happy feast of St. Blase! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his patronage against all ailments of the throat. Guests include Bear Woznick on the importance of true Catholic friendship, Kris McGregor to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings, and Steve Ray on false gods in the Bible. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. John of the Cross O Blessed Jesus,give me stillness of soul in You.Let Your mighty calmness reign in me.Rule me, O King of Gentleness,King of Peace. ***** Info on the Lenten retreat with Fr. Boniface Hicks can be found at instituteofcatholicculture.org. Fr. Patrick Briscoe’s guided Lenten journal can be found here. Fr. Tony Stephens is online at adelebrice.org. Tanner Kalina and the Pillars of Faith project can be found at ascensionpress.com. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of the Presentation of the Lord! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the many theological and devotional layers of this significant event in the life of the Holy Family. Other guests include Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, and Fr. Tony Stephens from the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion to discuss the recent opening of the sainthood cause of Servant of God Adele Brise. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Almighty ever-living God, we humbly implore your majesty that, just as your Only Begotten Son was presented on this day in the Temple in the substance of our flesh, so, by your grace, we may be presented to you with minds made pure. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Sr. Allison Regina Gliot, FSP, author of The Light They Left Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The streets of Veythrone erupt into violence as a hidden threat finally reveals itself in the open. Blades flash, magic surges, and alliances are tested in a battle that turns the marketplace into a war zone.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

Welcome back to another episode of AccessWorld, a podcast on digital inclusion and accessibility. In this episode, host Tony Stephens sits down with Matt Ater, senior vice-president for Vispero, a global leader in access technology and digital accessibility. This episode is also cross-posted on the AFB Possibilities podcast for this month, where listeners can also hear in-depth interviews from a diverse range of blind and low-vision voices. Matt's own story was so interesting, we felt it was worth sharing with both audiences. Matt has been forging his path forward in the accessibility biz for over three decades, and we're excited to have the opportunity to sit down with him, hear what got him into the industry, and learn about the great work Vispero is leading as we jump feet first into this new era of high-tech tools. Together, Tony and Matt wax nostalgic over the low-tech of their youth and dream about what's just beyond the horizon. AccessWorld Is a production of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB). In addition to the podcast, fans of digital inclusion and accessibility can check out AccessWorld magazine, a quarterly e-zine published by AFB. Alongside his co-host Aaron Preece, editor-in-chief of AccessWorld magazine, Tony and Aaron take time to talk about what's new in access tech and digital accessibility. Be sure to like and subscribe to AccessWorld from wherever you get your podcasts, and you can read the latest issue of the e-zine along with all of its back issues at: www.afb.org/aw. You can CLICK HERE to also check out the podcast page for past episodes. To learn more about AFB, visit us online at www.afb.org and consider making a tax deductible gift to help support our work creating a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

A rare moment of rest in Veythrone gives way to hard choices, old grudges, and dangerous intel. As the party fans out across the city, whispers of the Argent Order and the shadowy underworld begin to converge in unsettling ways.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

Welcome back to another episode of AFB Possibilities, a podcast from the American Foundation for the Blind. In this episode, Tony Stephens sits down for a conversation with Matt Ater. Matt is Senior Vice President for Vispero, a leading global assistive technology and digital accessibility company. In this episode, Matt share his own journey as a blind leader in the digital accessibility space. Together, he and Tony cover the span from the early days of low tech, to what exciting opportunities are on the horizon through high tech. Matt's leadership has helped make the world more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision -- he's even in the kiosk Hall of Fame. So, we hope you enjoy this conversation. You can learn more about the exciting work of Vispero at: https://vispero.com Be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and click here to access the podcast page for past episodes and transcripts. To learn more about AFB or to support our work, visit us online at www.afb.org. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

The party battles through a tide of blighted guardians whose corruption threatens both their bodies and their momentum toward Veythrone. An unexpected arrival raises new questions about what transpired in the tower—and what dangers still lie ahead. With time running short and a looming supernatural threat on the horizon, the heroes must make a difficult choice.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

In this episode of the AccessWorld podcast, hosts Tony and Aaron catch up with Ayan Kishore at the recent AFB Leadership Conference. Ayan is president and CEO of Benetech, a leader in accessible media for people with disabilities. Providers for the popular BookShare service, Ayan shares what's new for Benetech in 2026. Be sure to like and subscribe to Accessworld via your favorite podcast app and check out the quarterly e-zine at www.afb.org/aw for the latest issue and over 25 years of back issues from AFB's leading publication on digital inclusion and accessibility. Aaron Preece is editor-in-chief of AccessWorld and Tony Stephens leads communications for the American Foundation for the Blind. To access past episodes and transcripts, visit the podcast page here. To learn more about AFB and to support our work creating a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision, visit our website at www.afb.org. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

The party braves the eerie expanse of the Moonveil Strand, where shifting waters and rising mists turn their journey toward Veythrone into a trial of endurance. Guided only by instinct and dwindling visibility, they soon find the fog hiding more than just the shoreline. When ancient forces stir in the darkness around them, the heroes must confront the consequences of treading where nature itself has grown hostile.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

The party awakens in the Astral Spire and begins piecing together the aftermath of their most intense battle yet. Unexpected reunions, strange new allies, and unsettling revelations shape their next steps as they attempt to make sense of the tower's mysteries.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

The party reaches the pinnacle of the Astral Spire, only to find Calvus Draewyn waiting—with spectral guardians and a sky of impossible stars above. A fierce battle erupts as illusions, falling constellations, and a possessed mage push the heroes to their limits.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Father Tony Stephens, a Rector of Our Lady of Champion Shrine, the site of the first and only approved Marian apparition in the United States, to talk about Mary's miraculous appearances, the miracles associated with her intercession, and how to charitably help our Protestant brothers and sisters understand the role of our Blessed Mother. With Father Tony's expert guidance and cordial approach, we walk through not only Mary's appearance at Champion but Our Lady of Guadelupe, Lourdes, Fatima, and some of the other important appearances of Mary in order to explain and understand exactly what her role may be today, and historically, in salvation history. It's a great conversation.For more from Father Tony check out the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion website.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme Music: "Splendor (Intro)" by Former Ruins. Learn more at formerruins.com or listen on Spotify, Apple Music,A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out their faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

The heroes push deeper into the Astral Spire, where warped space, lingering illusions, and shifting party members test their grip on reality.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

The party reaches the gleaming Astral Spire—only to find its mystical defenses very much awake.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

The heroes return to Wolfsbrunn, their mission to cure the blight-infected child hanging by a thread and their prize glowing faintly in the dark.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

As their young charge's life hangs by a thread, a perilous cure is proposed—one buried deep within the cursed heart of Blightwood. While the village whispers of werewolves and corruption, the heroes must decide how far they're willing to go to save an innocent soul.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

The party reaches the mist-veiled village of Wolfsbrunn, where a mysterious doctor offers both hope and dread in equal measure.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

A young survivor's mysterious affliction sets them on a perilous journey beyond the safety of the treetops in search of divine aid. But the shadows that linger in her wound hint that the corruption spreading through the Schattwald has only just begun to reveal itself.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

Dawn breaks over Crow's Hollow as the heroes face the haunting aftermath of their battle.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

We descend into the misty treetops of Crow's Hollow, a hidden village suspended in the haunted woods of Gräuhaven. Here, a band of unlikely heroes—each harboring secrets as strange as the forest itself—find refuge among rope bridges and hollowed trees. But as night falls and the howls draw near, peace gives way to dread, and the shadows of the Schattwald begin to stir.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

Crow's Hollow faces its first true test as an unforeseen threat emerges from the mists of the Schattwald.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Bloodstone Logo by Tony Stephens Crimson Crown (Bloodstone Theme) by Tony Stephens

In this episode of the AW Podcast, Aaron and Tony give a preview of the upcoming AFB Leadership Conference in November. They also look at all the activity taking place this October as we celebrate Blindness Awareness Month, which includes International White Cane Day on October. 15th, and National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The AccessWorld podcast is an extension of AccessWorld Magazine, a quarterly publication from the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB). Published each quarter, AccessWorld Magazine offers news and reviews encompassing digital inclusion and accessibility. AccessWorld celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, and we're excited to share all of our back issues online free for readers. Visit www.afb.org/aw for the latest issues and to access our archives online. Aaron Preece serves as editor-in-chief of AccessWorld, and Tony Stephensleads communications for AFB. Together, they enjoy meeting up each month to discuss the latest happenings around accessibility. Visit the AFB website to learn more about our exciting work like our groundbreaking research on the impact of AI for people with disabilities. And consider making a tax-deductible donation to help support this podcast and all of our work at AFB. Your support helps us create a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. The AccessWorld podcast is produced and edited by Tony Stephens at the Pickle Factory in Baltimore, Maryland with digital media support from Kelly Gasque and Breanna Kerr. Theme music is by CauseMonkey, compliments of ArtList.IO, and the podcast is proudly hosted on PineCast. Transcripts are available through Apple Podcast, and AFB provides additional transcripts on the podcast page shortly after each episode drops.. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Fr. Joseph Aytona and Fr. Tony Stephens discuss the history of the first National Shrine in the US with an approved Marian apparition and its connection to the 1871 Peshtigo Fire.

A film about blindness that actually gets it right: Roy sits down with Tony Stephens of the American Foundation for the Blind to talk Possibilities, a powerful new doc that reclaims Helen Keller's legacy and centers blind voices, on-screen and behind the scenes. From international buzz to an all-blind audio description team, this episode dives into what it really means to make media that's not just accessible, but authentically inclusive.

In this month's episode of AccessWorld, a podcast on digital inclusion and accessibility, Aaron and Tony kick it old school by reflecting on the impact of one of the first real breakthroughs in mobility and independence, the guide dog.  September is Guide Dog Awareness Month, and while these friendly furry helpers are more organic than robotic, the same spirit and undercurrent around mobility and navigation is surfacing again much in the way it did almost a century ago when Morris Frank, a blind insurance salesman, helped found The Seeing Eye, the first guide dog school in the western hemisphere. It all started after he read an article in The Saturday Evening Post titled: “The seeing eye.” Harnessing the spirit people had after reading that article, Tony and Aaron try to think what the next big thing might be for independence. AccessWorld is a production of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB). An extension of AccessWorld Magazine, a quarterly publication on digital inclusion and accessibility from  AFB, you can check out the current and all 25 years of past issues online for free. Aaron Preece is editor-in-chief of AccessWorld Magazine and Tony Stephens leads communications for AFB. Together, they enjoy meeting up once a month to talk through the latest trends and breakthroughs in access technology. To learn more about AFB, visit www.afb.org and consider making a tax deductible gift to help support our work. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week, on the summer edition of the SLHour, we revisit some of the conversations we had on this program in early 2025. We learn all about EveryDayDeacon a ministry supporting permanent deacons everywhere and we speak with Fr. Tony Stephens about Our Lady of Champion in Wisconsin. We also meet singer/songwriters Avery Collins and Stephen Joubert.

In this episode of AccessWorld, we look back at 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Aaron shares what it was like growing up only knowing about the ADA, while Tony reminisces on what life was like before the landmark legislation for people with disabilities became law. They talk about how the law made our physical world more accessible, and what's had to happen since then to change attitudes and chart how accessibility eventually grew into the digital space. Aaron then shares what's in store for the August issue of AccessWorld Magazine. The AccessWorld podcast is an extension of AccessWorld Magazine, a quarterly online publication on digital inclusion and accessibility published by the American Foundation for the Blind. Aaron Preece is editor-in-chief of AccessWorld, and Tony Stephens leads communications for AFB. Together, they meet up each month  for the AccessWorld podcast to discuss all things digital accessibility. Visit www.afb.org/AW to check out the latest issue of AccessWorld Magazine and read through the past 25 years of back-issues, available completely free to readers. Want to help support our work? Consider making a tax deductible gift to the American Foundation for the Blind. Your support helps create a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. Learn more at www.afb.org. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Welcome to another episode of AccessWorld, a podcast on digital inclusion and accessibility. In this month's episode, Aaron offers an overview of the ViewPoint app for navigating inaccessible content. They also break down their frustrations with accessible solutions for hotel elevators, questioning how reasonable existing accommodations are for travelers who have their patience tested whenever confronted with the wide range of solutions for touchscreen displays. Aaron dives into some of his recent blog posts around the major OS developer events, and Tony gives a shout out to AFB's Public Policy and Research Institute's new AI survey for users with and without disabilities. AccessWorld is a production of the American Foundation for the Blind. The podcast is an extension of AccessWorld magazine, a quarterly online publication published by AFB and now celebrating its 25th anniversary. To read the most recent issue, or to access for free our entire archive covering the past 25 years, visit www.afb.org/aw.  Visit www.afb.org/AISurvey to share your own experience on how you use AI. To check out the ViewPoint application, check out the developers website. And if you come across a hotel who figured out how to have a reasonable solution for elevator touch-screens, let us know. Email communications@afb.org with any other questions or comments and be sure to like and subscribe to the podcast.  Aaron Preece is editor-in-chief of AccessWorld, and Tony Stephens is the Assistant Vice President for communications at AFB. Together, they enjoy needing out on all things digital inclusion and accessibility each month.  Produced and edited by Tony Stephens at the Pickle Factory in Baltimore with digital media support from Kelly Gasque and Breanna Kerr. Theme music is by CauseMonkey, compliments of ArtList.IO. Consider making a donation today to support AFB's mission of creating a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Welcome to another episode of the AFB Possibilities Podcast. To mark Vocational Rehabilitation awareness week, which spans June 9th - 13th, AFB's Tony Stephens sat down for an engaging conversation with Dr. Randy Pierce of Future Insight and Russell Martello from Visions to discuss the benefits around holistic approaches to rehabilitation.  Tony, Randy, and Russell met through the annual Vision Serve Alliance Conference this past April, where they spearheaded a track on holistic rehabilitation for people who are blind or low vision. At the end of the conference, they were committed to carrying on the conversations from the conference. So, Tony was excited they were able to join him to not only share their passion for this innovative approach to fostering independence, but we also get a sense of the rich history each guest has, which has helped form their own success in the field of blindness and low vision. Russel serves as the Chief Development Officer for Visions, which is one of New York's leading rehabilitation centers for people who are blind or have low vision. Randy serves as President & CEO of Future Insight, one of the leading rehabilitation centers in New Hampshire. Blinded in his early 20s, Randy is also an avid extreme outdoor enthusiast. You can learn more about his own adventures across the globe in his published memoir, See You at the Summit: My blind journey from the depths of loss to the heights of achievement. AFB Possibilities is a podcast from the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB. Check out the podcast page for past episodes and transcripts HERE. Be sure to like and subscribe to catch future episodes, and consider making a gift today to help support this podcast and our broader work to create a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Welcome back to another episode of AccessWorld, a podcast on digital inclusion and accessibility. In this episode, Aaron and Tony get geared up for summer, grabbing their sunglasses and getting ready to hit the water. Needless to say, access in outdoor recreation is a theme for this month's episode, from navigating independently on the water as Tony reflects on his years of accessible sailing, to their choice of sunglasses as Tony and Aaron breakdown the latest update to the Ray Ban Meta glasses. They then remiss as well over 25 years of AccessWorld, and Aaron provides a rundown on articles from the latest issue published in late May. The AccessWorld podcast is an extension of AccessWorld Magazine, a quarterly publication from the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB). Published each quarter, AccessWorld Magazine offers news and reviews encompassing digital inclusion and accessibility. AccessWorld celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, and we're excited to share all of our back issues online free for readers. Visit www.afb.org/aw for the latest issues and to access our archives online. Aaron Preece serves as editor-in-chief of AccessWorld, and Tony Stephensleads communications for AFB. Together, they enjoy meeting up each month to discuss the latest happenings around accessibility. Visit the AFB website to learn more about our exciting work like our groundbreaking research on the impact of AI for people with disabilities. And consider making a tax-deductible donation to help support this podcast and all of our work at AFB. Your support helps us create a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. The AccessWorld podcast is produced and edited by Tony Stephens at the Pickle Factory in Baltimore, Maryland with digital media support from Kelly Gasque and Breanna Kerr. Theme music is by CauseMonkey, compliments of ArtList.IO. Transcripts are available through Apple Podcast, and AFB provides additional transcripts on the podcast page shortly after each episode drops. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Happy feast of St. Augustine of Canterbury! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his role as the Apostle of England. Guests include Fr. Tony Stephens from the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, and Marlon De La Torre on the significance of the Ascension of Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Collect Prayer for St. Augustine of Canterbury Graciously grant to your Church, O merciful God, that, gathered by the Holy Spirit, she may be devoted to you with all her heart and united in purity of intent. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Dr. Benjamin Reinhard, author of The High Hallow: Tolkien’s Liturgical Imagination Fr. Tony Stephens is online at championshrine.org. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Keck with the Inside Word at EWTN. Father Tony Stephens talks about what makes Marian shrines so special. Plus, Stephen Auth visits to discuss his book Visions of the Divine.

In this month's episode of the AccessWorld podcast, Aaron and Tony talk with Dr. Joshua Miele, who shares his life's journey and work making the world more accessible for people with disabilities. A MacArthur Fellow and design scholar, Dr. Miele has played a key role in designing some of the leading  breakthroughs in digital inclusion over the past three decades.  Last month, Dr. Miele published his memoir, Connecting Dots: A Blind Life. And in this episode, we learn how Dr. Miele's passion for science and exploration took him from the tree lined streets of his boyhood home in Brooklyn, to the leading technology labs of Berkley, California. It's a story that goes well beyond the world of accessible design, unleashing that problem solver that sits restlessly inside all of us. To learn more about Dr. Miele's book and his current work on digital accessibility, visit his site at: www.MieleLab.com. AccessWorld is a production of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB). Published each month, it is a companion to AccessWorld magazine, now celebrating its 25th anniversary. Aaron Preece serves as the publication's editor-in-chief, and Tony Stephens leads communications for AFB. Together, they take time each month to speak with leading voices for digital inclusion and accessibility. Be sure to like and subscribe to AccessWorld, and visit www.afb.org/AW to  read the latest online issue of the magazine and browse through over 25 years of back issues, all completely free-of-charge. To learn more about AFB, visit us online at www.afb.org and consider making a tax-deductible donation to support our work as we create a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

#realconversations #helenkeller#americanfoundationfortheblind #blind #accessibilityCONVERSATIONS WITH CALVIN WE THE SPECIESMeet BILL SARINE & TONY STEPHENS:  ‘Possibilities'  a documentary film celebrating the legacy ofHelen Keller as told through the shared stories of 21st-century voices. “A short exhortation based on my interview with Bill Sarine&Tony Stephens. The world citizenry beginning at nine years old, in everyclassroom, living room, office, on tablets, phones, streaming…. everywhere,should really see ‘Possibilities.' A documentary film hugely celebrating thelife of Helen Keller. I knew stuff from the old movie, ‘Miracle Worker.' But Iknew so little about Helen Keller, one of the most remarkable Earth citizens.I'm still spinning from revelations and realizations. What a marvelous film.What a marvelous life. Thanks Bill, Tony and your team” Calvinhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ConversationswithCalvinWetheSpecIEs431 Interviews/Videos  8100 SUBSCRIBERSGLOBAL Reach. Earth Life. Amazing People.  PLEASE SUBSCRIBE ** BILL SARINE &TONY STEPHENS: ‘Possibilities' a film. Presented by the American Foundation ForBlind; for Garden State Film Festival March 27, 2025**YouTube:  https://youtu.be/JAKFLpdPN7oOfficial link -https://afb.org/news-publications/media/possibilitiesTrailer for the film - https://youtu.be/LAtNeaxzHew?si=L-OIevkuRQvqDgEI**Overview / description of the film‘Possibilities' is a documentary film celebrating the legacyof Helen Keller as told through the shared stories of 21st-century voices.Possibilities is a co-production of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)and Beachglass Films. The film's director, Bill Sarine, brought together acollaborative team, comprised of both blind and sighted individuals. Thefull-length documentary proudly stands as the first widely released film tooffer open audio description, ensuring accessibility for all audiences.**Contact person:Tony Stephens (He/Him)Assistant Vice President, CommunicationsAmerican Foundation for the Blind (AFB)212-502-7627 | Direct212-502-7600 | Maintstephens@afb.orgwww.afb.org**WE ARE ALSO ON AUDIOAUDIO “Conversations with Calvin; WE       the SpecIEs”ANCHOR https://lnkd.in/g4jcUPqSPOTIFY https://lnkd.in/ghuMFeCAPPLE PODCASTSBREAKER https://lnkd.in/g62StzJGOOGLE PODCASTS https://lnkd.in/gpd3XfMPOCKET CASTS https://pca.st/bmjmzaitRADIO PUBLIC https://lnkd.in/gxueFZw

Sean Hammond talks with Tony Stephens, Pastor of Cross Creek Church in Jamestown. The church will be hosting a Service of Grief and Healing on Sunday, December 29th.

In this episode, your host Melody Goodspeed sits down with the audio description team for the AFB documentary film Possibilities (2024). She's joined by AD producer Roy Samuelson, AD writer Colleen Connor, AD QC specialist Serina Gilbert,AD performer Sautana Howery, and AD writer Bridget Melton. The team shares the unique approach they took toward creating open audio description for the film, as well as offer a behind-the-scenes look at the audio description craft and the work it takes to make compelling audio description. AFB Possibilities is a production of the American Foundation for the blind, a podcast that focuses on life, culture, and inclusion for people who are blind or have low vision. AFB Possibilities is produced and edited by Tony Stephens at the Pickle Factory in Baltimore, MD with digital media support by Kelly Gasque and Breanna Kerr. The theme music is by Zizo, compliments of ArtList.IO.. To learn more about AFB, or to help support our work, visit www.afb.org. Be sure to like and subscribe, and you can visit the podcast page at: https://afb.org/news-publications/media/afb-possibilities-podcast This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Welcome to the AFB Possibilities Podcast. In this first episode of the newly rebranded podcast from the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), we wanted to share with you a special interview during this season of giving with AFB trustee Ted Francavilla and financial advisor Liz Updike. The AFB Possibilities Podcast is a production of the American Foundation for the blind. Previously the Inform and Connect Podcast, we take a deep dive into life, culture, and happenings for those experiencing blindness and low-vision. Melody Goodspeed is the host. And with her faithful guide dog Barney by her side, they travel the country, both literally and virtually, capturing the stories and experiences from the blind and low-vision community. Ted Francavilla has been an active member of the AFB Board of Trustees, shepherding AFB's finances over the years. A retired senior executive with JPMorgan Chase, he's been a passionate advocate for people who are blind or have low vision over the decades, and he recognizes the importance that donors play toward making nonprofit missions move forward. Elizabeth Updike has over 40 years in the business of financial planning and wealth management. Together, she and Ted share best practices and advice for those of retirement age on how they can give smartly and make their money last longer. Like this program? Please like and subscribe, and even consider making a donation to support our work expanding opportunity and creating a world of endless possibilities for people who are blind or have low vision. Visit www.afb.org to learn more. Check out the AFB Possibilities podcast page for past episodes and transcripts. Produced and edited by Tony Stephens at the Pickle Factory in Baltimore, Maryland. Digital media support from Kelly Gasque and Breanna Kerr. Questions or comments? Email us at communications@afb.org. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

The N-forcers converge on Requiem's location as Maestro delivers his own brand of justice and vengeance.   Cast: Luna Solarium played by Chrissy Damon played by Chuck Knight Hydro played by Dan Stephens Requiem played by Jessica Stephens Jo Jo played by John Mclay Force played by Kaysie Shenks Orion played by Quinn Beard Nuton/Maestro played by Ronnie Shenks Knight Owl played by Tony Stephens   https://linktr.ee/sngllc   Credit: Quad City Logo by Laura Hibbard Music: A Worlds Worth of Work by Roxana Rose https://open.spotify.com/artist/73lOdk3vr2tEOznvuy6ag9?si=ddJ6PLuyQZ2BIpsbOPccog

With Requiem's cover blown, the N-forcers attempt a rescue mission while attempting to dismantle the Hooligan operation for good.   Cast: Luna Solarium played by Chrissy Damon played by Chuck Knight Hydro played by Dan Stephens Requiem played by Jessica Stephens Jo Jo played by John Mclay Force played by Kaysie Shenks Orion played by Quinn Beard Nuton/Maestro played by Ronnie Shenks Knight Owl played by Tony Stephens   https://linktr.ee/sngllc   Credit: Quad City Logo by Laura Hibbard Music: A Worlds Worth of Work by Roxana Rose https://open.spotify.com/artist/73lOdk3vr2tEOznvuy6ag9?si=ddJ6PLuyQZ2BIpsbOPccog

Damon's data analysis takes a dramatic turn with the arrival of a cryptic message from their undercover operative Requiem.   Cast: Luna Solarium played by Chrissy Damon played by Chuck Knight Hydro played by Dan Stephens Requiem played by Jessica Stephens Jo Jo played by John Mclay Force played by Kaysie Shenks Orion played by Quinn Beard Nuton/Maestro played by Ronnie Shenks Knight Owl played by Tony Stephens   https://linktr.ee/sngllc   Credit: Quad City Logo by Laura Hibbard Music: A Worlds Worth of Work by Roxana Rose https://open.spotify.com/artist/73lOdk3vr2tEOznvuy6ag9?si=ddJ6PLuyQZ2BIpsbOPccog

With critical intelligence in hand, Knight Owl orchestrates a strategic assault on a suspicious warehouse.    Cast: Luna Solarium played by Chrissy Damon played by Chuck Knight Hydro played by Dan Stephens Jo Jo played by John Mclay Orion played by Quinn Beard Nuton/Maestro played by Ronnie Shenks Knight Owl played by Tony Stephens   https://linktr.ee/sngllc   Credit: Quad City Logo by Laura Hibbard Music: A Worlds Worth of Work by Roxana Rose https://open.spotify.com/artist/73lOdk3vr2tEOznvuy6ag9?si=ddJ6PLuyQZ2BIpsbOPccog

The N-forcers, under the strategic guidance of Knight Owl, embarks on a covert mission at the Riverside Railyard.   Cast: Luna Solarium played by Chrissy Damon played by Chuck Knight Hydro played by Dan Stephens Jo Jo played by John Mclay Orion played by Quinn Beard Nuton/Maestro played by Ronnie Shenks Knight Owl played by Tony Stephens   https://linktr.ee/sngllc   Credit: Quad City Logo by Laura Hibbard Music: A Worlds Worth of Work by Roxana Rose https://open.spotify.com/artist/73lOdk3vr2tEOznvuy6ag9?si=ddJ6PLuyQZ2BIpsbOPccog

The N-forcers navigate the chaotic aftermath of Riverside's bombings. The team is stretched thin, balancing their duty to protect with the urgent need to assist those in need. Amidst the turmoil, a beacon of hope shines through with the return of Knight Owl, ready to lead once more.   Cast: Luna Solarium played by Chrissy Damon played by Chuck Knight Hydro played by Dan Stephens Jo Jo played by John Mclay Orion played by Quinn Beard Nuton/Maestro played by Ronnie Shenks Knight Owl played by Tony Stephens   https://linktr.ee/sngllc   Credit: Quad City Logo by Laura Hibbard Music: A Worlds Worth of Work by Roxana Rose https://open.spotify.com/artist/73lOdk3vr2tEOznvuy6ag9?si=ddJ6PLuyQZ2BIpsbOPccog

Welcome to another episode of the Inform & Connect Podcast, a production of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB). In this episode, AFB's Melody Goodspeed and Tony Stephens catch up with Spectrum's Petr Kucheryavyy, who provides a breakdown of what's new with SpectrumAccess and exciting news on the horizon for consumers of audio described content.  As the weather moves us more indoors, what better way to meet the changing seasons than curled up on the couch streaming the latest and greatest flics, or heading out to enjoy the rush of films that move into theaters during the final months of 2023. There's lots on the horizon around making media more accessible, and Petr shares what's in store for not just Spectrum subscribers, but anyone who enjoys accessing inclusive media through the SpectrumAccess app. So, before you press pause to cue up your own favorite streaming playlist, be sure to like and subscribe to the Inform & Connect podcast. Inform & Connect is made possible through the generous supporters of the American Foundation for the Blind. Since 1921, AFB has worked to create a world of no limits for people who are blind or have low vision. Consider making a gift today to AFB! Your contribution not only helps support this podcast, but all the exciting work our team does to bring the best in evidence-based research, advocacy, and programs intended to make our mission a reality. Go to www.afb.org to learn more about AFB. Transcripts of this podcast are also available on our podcast page for each episode. 

Welcome to another episode of the Inform & Connect podcast, a production of the American Foundation for the Blind. In this episode, our host Melody Goodspeed is joined by AFB's Tony Stephens as they have a sit-down conversation with AFB's new President & CEO Eric Bridges. Eric shares his personal experience with vision loss as a child, the paths in life that fostered leadership and his move to Washington, DC, and the pressing issues of our day around digital inclusion and accessibility. Subscribe now to the Inform & Connect podcast so as not to miss future episodes, and feel free to forward along any questions or comments to communications@afb.org. Learn more about the American Foundation for the blind by visiting www.afb.org.