Podcasts about visually impaired

Imagine breaking a world record at the Commonwealth Games. It should be the single greatest moment of your life. But instead of wearing your gold medal, celebrating with your teammates, you are curled up in a hotel bed, alone and unable to move. That was the reality for Katja Dedekind, an Australian Paralympic Swimmer. Katja is visually impaired, but for her, that disability pales in comparison to the chronic condition she has been battling behind the scenes for years: Endometriosis. In this awakening episode of the Well Summer Series, Katja (and her emotional support dog, Duke), joins Claire Murphy to share her story of sheer resilience. From getting her period at age nine, to bleeding through her race suit during a gold-medal swim, Katja reveals the physical toll of elite sport when your body is fighting against you.They discuss the long wait times many Australian women face for a diagnosis, and Katja opens up about the life-altering decision she made to undergo a hysterectomy at 2. Join us for a story in pain, resilience and the tough choices female athletes have to make when their health is on the line. And if you’re looking for more to listen to - every Mamamia podcast is curating your summer listening right across our network from pop culture to beauty to powerful interviews there’s something for everyone, explore here. We’ll be back to regular programming Thursday15th January. GET IN TOUCH Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. Ask The Doc: Ask us a question in The Waiting Room. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. For more information on endometriosis, visit Endometriosis Australia. For more information on periods and a pain and symptom diary, Dr Mariam recommends the Jean Hailes website. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriber CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam Guest: Katja Dedekind Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sally Best Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Video Producer: Julian Rosario Social Producer: Elly Moore Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. HPR Branding This episode refers to the initial release of https://repo.anhonesthost.net/HPR/hpr_documentation/src/branch/main/branding.md The Intro Duration It will always be 30 seconds long and in some edge cases may be slightly longer. The following table will help put that into context. It gives the percentage of the show the intro takes related to the length of the shows. 1.7% of an average show (29 minutes 30 seconds) 0.1% of our longest show (7 hours 27 minutes) 187.5% of our shortest show (16 seconds) Breakdown Generation The intro is generated by the process_episode.bash script and uses the say.php file to generate the data. The text is created using piper test to speech . It was previously created using espeak , and we are open to suggestions on how to improve it. The text is played over the HPR Theme Music Theme Music Credits The background is an arrangement by Maestraccio which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license, of the HPR Theme, composed by slick0 which has No Copyright applied. Message To effectively communicate an event it's important to convey the answers to Who? , What? , When? , Where? , and Why? The Five Ws is a checklist used in journalism to ensure that the lead contains all the essential points of a story. As far back as 1913, reporters were taught that the lead should answer these questions about the situation being reported. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Five_Ws What?, When?, Where? The first sentence is always This is Hacker Public Radio episode (show id) for “(day of week)” the “(day number)” of “(month and year). Saying the name of the show at the beginning of an episode is called establishing brand recognition . It is standard for podcasts, TV and Radio shows as well as on broadcast networks, not to mention the pre-rolls in a movie. We started to do it because some of our Visually Impaired users appreciated knowing what show is playing. Now the same reason can be applied to everyone as the use of visual controlled User interfaces have diminished. Most people control the playlist with headset or voice controls. Saying the show id, and date is common where there are a lot of episodes eg: news or weather shows. It is often skipped where the content is sufficient to identify the episode, eg “the last episode of the foo bar baz podcast, or the last Saturday Night Live” We include the show id and date to allow the listener to refer to the episode easily. As we have literally thousands of shows, we need to help people identify which show they are now listening to, so that it can be easily shared, or commented on. What? Why? We always include Today's show is entitled. (title) . If the episode is part of a series then we also include It is part of the series (series name) . We always include the show (synopsis) . This tells the listener what the show is about. It allows them to skip the episode if they wish. They may wish to do this for many reasons, for example: because they are not interested in the topic, they wish to listen to it while in front of a computer to reference the accompanying show notes, they are listening in public and the topic might not be appropriate. Who? The next part will either be It is the first show by new host (host name) , It is the (multiple of 10)th show of (host name) , or It is hosted by (host name) We are required by the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license to credit our hosts, so we do. We think it's important to highlight new hosts especially, so our community we encourage them to continue to contribute. It's also nice to call out hosts who have been contributing a lot by highlighting each 10th show they send in. Where? We always include and is about (minutes)minutes long to give people an idea of how long the show is. Normal broadcasts have to fit neatly into a standard TV/Radio Broadcast schedule. Many podcasters now follow the same tradition of having episodes of a predictable length. Eg: 30 minutes or an hour. On HPR, there is no restriction on how long the show can be so it's desirable to give the listener a way to know how long the episode is so they can plan accordingly. Warning We always include either It carries a clean flag or It carries an explicit flag . This is also common for broadcasts where they are dealing with a topic that may be disturbing to some people. What We always include The summary is. (summary) . As this also tells the listener what the show is about. License In the event that the show is not released CC-BY-SA we include Todays show is licensed under a (license_long_name) license. Outro Theme Music Credits The background is an arrangement by Maestraccio which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license, of the HPR Theme, composed by slick0 which has No Copyright applied. Over the music is the following text recorded by Manon which has No Copyright applied. You have been listening to Hacker Public Radio at hackerpublicradio.org . Today's show was contributed by a HPR listener like yourself. If you ever thought of recording a podcast, then click on our contribute link to find out how easy it really is. Hosting for HPR has been kindly provided by anhonesthost.com , the Internet Archive and rsync.net . Unless otherwise stated, today's show is released under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license. 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We sit down with Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Katie Wattles, who brings over 20 years of experience, to explain the art and science behind matching a client with the right guide dog.

More information about Space Camp for Interested Visually Impaired Students (SCIVIS) https://www.scivis.org/ Twitter/X: @kssbpodcastInstagram: @kssbpodcast

Henshaws are running a 12 Days Of Giving Appeal to support for the Artmakers at the Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre in Knaresborough. The sessions support visually impaired and disabled adults to express themselves creatively. Amelia learned more from Senior Philanthropy Manager Flora Simpson... Learn more on their website - Craft Activities for Visually Impaired and Disabled Adults - Henshaws Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Aarifah Karim is a visually impaired figure skater. She had a stop-start entry into the sport that she now loves, not because of her visual impairment, but due it being a tricky sport to master and other people's attitudes. Aarifah describes to Peter White what figure skating is, how she became involved and whether or not her visual impairment has ever become an obstacle in pursuing the sport.The Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new digital system designed to keep track of when non-EU citizens enter and leave the Schengen Area. It covers 29 European countries, mostly in the EU, and it requires fingerprints and a photograph to be registered. Chris Kay contacted In Touch about the new EES system because he was concerned how he and other members of the Visually Impaired Veterans Ski Club would fare when managing the new system when they take their next annual ski trip to Italy. The Independent's Travel Correspondent, Simon Calder, helps address Chris' concerns and provides more general advice for visually impaired people on future travel through countries who come under this new system.Presenter: Peter White Producer: Beth Hemmings Production Coordinator: Kim Agostino Website image description: Peter White sits smiling in the centre of the image and he is wearing a dark green jumper. Above Peter's head is the BBC logo (three separate white squares house each of the three letters). Bottom centre and overlaying the image are the words "In Touch" and the Radio 4 logo (the word ‘radio' in a bold white font, with the number 4 inside of a white circle). The background is a bright mid-blue with two rectangles angled diagonally to the right. Both are behind Peter, one is a darker blue and the other is a lighter blue.

Mo Jogie is Design and Strategy Director at Institute of Media, Strategy and Design, as well as a member of the Design Education Forum of SA. He joins Lester Kiewit to discuss why US State Secretary Marco Rubio’s decision to dump the Calibri typeface for all official communications, has prejudice at its core. In 2023, the US state department flipped from using Times New Roman to Calibri, because Calibri is easier to read for the visually impaired. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For families of children with Cerebral Visual Impairment, finding the right therapy can feel overwhelming — and too often, out of reach. CVI is complex, highly individual, and needs personalised support during a critical window of neuroplasticity. Yet many children still end up with generic, one-size-fits-all interventions simply because specialised resources are scarce. Vision Nanny is opening doors for families who were once left behind by giving parents and educators access to customisable, CVI-specific activities. On The Right Busines, Nadiah Koh speaks with Prathyusha Potharaju, Founder of Grailmaker Innovations, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode we talk with client Luis Sanchez about his journey with blindness and receiving services at Leader Dog.

There are many engaging workshops that young blind and partially sighted people can take part in to grow in confidence, socialise and learn new skills. Recently, charity VICTA together with the London Institute of Photography held a few day Photography Course and Emmy Anstee joins us know to share what it was like taking part, and perhaps also share some tips for taking great photos. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

We take a closer look at what it truly means to be ready for a guide dog. 

Hilary Devlin joins Seán Defoe to discuss her journey playing visually-impaired rugby.

On this episode we talk with Stephanie Enyart the Chief Public Policy and Research Officer at the American Foundation for the Blind.

WAFF-TV in Huntsville, Alabama reports that the U.S. Space and Rocket Center just held its Space Camp for Interested Visually Impaired Students. The acronym for the camp is SCIVIS. SCIVIS coordinators worked with staff in modifying Aviation Challenge and Space Camp simulators and activities to accommodate various blind and visually impaired students. Here to talk about the recent Space Camp, along with next year's event, is Dan Oates. Dan is the SCIVIS Coordinator.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         For more info related to this week's show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-374-space-camp-for-blind-and-visually-impaired-students Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind  Amazon Alexa enabled device (RECOMMENDED) “Alexa, Ask ACB Media to play Media 1”. (1 = stream number).   PC / browser access (RECOMMENDED):  Visit acbmedia.org at http://www.acbmedia.org/1 (1 = stream number). The site has a built-in media player and there is no need to install or use a media player on your device. Hit the play button and the stream will begin playing immediately. Smart device Access (RECOMMENDED):  Download “ACB Link” from your app store. Find “Radio” along the bottom of the screen, then “Menu” in the top left corner. Select “Live Streams” and then choose “ACB Media 1 - Mainstream.” Double tap the play button. Victor Reader Stream Access: Navigate to “Internet radio library” in the “online bookshelf”. Locate the Humanware playlist. From the playlist, select ACB Media 1 (1 = stream number) and hit play. Alternate Dial-In access  Dial 1 (518) 906-1820. Listen to the menu prompts and press 1.  IMPORTANT NOTE The ACB Radio Tuner is no longer supported. If you used the tuner in the past, you may access all ACB Media streams from acbmedia.org (see above) If you are using alternate ways to access ACB Media streams than those above (such as Tune In or Winamp using acbradio.org URL's, we kindly ask that you use one of the methods above.   Facebook page is at Speaking Out for the Blind and X (formerly Twitter) page is at SpeakOutfortheBlind (you may also access this at SpeakOutBlind).

(00:00:00) State College’s NPR station, WPSU, will continue broadcasting after all, following a new partnership agreement with Philadelphia’s WHYY. The plan, unanimously approved by Penn State trustees, allows WPSU-TV and radio to join WHYY without requiring a $17 million subsidy from the university, which was a sticking point in a previously rejected proposal. WHYY now has 30 days to secure at least $8.4 million in funding to complete the transfer, which also requires Federal Communications Commission approval. the recent firing of Penn State Football Coach James Franklin, which has been a major topic in the community. (00:22:06) For many, losing vision can feel like losing opportunities, but for Clinton Tyler and Maribel Surita, Vision Corps in Lancaster has been a place of empowerment, growth, and professional achievement. Both employees credit the nonprofit organization with giving them tools, training, and support to thrive in the workplace despite visual impairments.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we talk with client Jeff Petersen, who came to Leader Dog for both orientation and mobility as well as a guide dog. He shares his experiences with blindness and how our programs have impacted his journey. 

In this episode of The Blind Life Podcast, Sam sits down with Joe Jorgensen, creator of "Accessibyte", a powerful suite of assistive technology tools designed to help the blind and visually impaired community build essential skills for school, work, and everyday life. From the interactive Typio typing program to fun, educational games in Accessibyte Arcade, Joe shares how his accessible software and adaptive equipment make learning engaging and truly inclusive. Whether you're a teacher, parent, or someone living with vision loss, this episode offers valuable insight into how technology continues to break down barriers and empower independence for people with low vision. Check it out here: https://www.accessibyte.com/ #BlindCommunity #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #LowVision #VisionLoss  

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How does Lutheran Braille Workers make it possible for the blind and visually impaired to read God's Word? Rev. Dr. Robert Hartwell (President of Lutheran Braille Workers) joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his path to serving as president of Lutheran Braille Workers (LBW), why this work is so important to him, a few stories that exemplify the work of LBW today, how churches can become more welcoming for the blind or visually impaired, and the variety of free resources available from LBW. Learn more about Lutheran Braille Workers at lbwloveworks.org. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Presenter Contact Info Email: jeff@jeffbishop.com

In this episode, we chat with client Maria Kristic and cohost Timothy Cuneio about Meta Smart Glasses, exploring their pros and cons for users in the blind and low vision community. 

A looming budget deadline and threats of a government shutdown: what that could mean for Texans.The Texas Democratic Party has launched an expansion plan that includes relocating its headquarters to Dallas. The decision has roiled quite a few within the party, even prompting an exodus of top staff.In Texas, there are around 11,000 students who […] The post How thousands of blind and visually impaired Texans learn to get around safely appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

On this episode we talk with Avril Rinn a guide dog client who is working with her 3rd dog Louie and she serves as the secretary on the Leader Dog board. 

Pictures have emerged of a cafe in the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford that's been turned into a makeshift ward.Health campaigners have described it as humiliating, with the main seating area blocked off by screens and patients wheeled in on beds. It's as the hospital continues to struggled with demand.Also in today's podcast, we're being encouraged to sleep rough for a night to experience what it's like for the 194 people in Kent who're currently on the streets.Canterbury based charity Porchlight are trying to raise awareness as winter and the bad weather approaches.Hear from a Kent councillor who's defected to a different political party.David Knight has left the Tunbridge Wells Alliance and joined the Conservatives, saying he wants to work with a party that can deliver across the whole borough and wider Weald.A mum from Deal has joined a celebrity-backed campaign to make bedtime stories accessible for blind and partially sighted children.Bedtime Donations allows parents to record themselves reading a story through an app - it's then added to an online library which can be accessed by anyone.Alison Steadman, Jon Richardson and Ralf Little are among those who've taken part.And, researchers at the University of Kent have shown it could be possible to grow tea on the Moon.Scientists planted saplings in soil similar to that found on the lunar surface, and we're told they flourished. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

- Overcapacity Is Killing China's Auto Industry - Renault To Build EVs For Nissan and Mitsubishi - Nissan Consolidates Global Design Operations - Toyota Creates App to Get PHEV Owners to Charge More - BMW Adopts New Sales Model in Europe - U.S. BEV Registrations Up 6% In July - Rivan Breaks Ground on Georgia Plant - Ford Cuts 1K Jobs at German EV Plant  - Racing for The Visually Impaired

- Overcapacity Is Killing China's Auto Industry - Renault To Build EVs For Nissan and Mitsubishi - Nissan Consolidates Global Design Operations - Toyota Creates App to Get PHEV Owners to Charge More - BMW Adopts New Sales Model in Europe - U.S. BEV Registrations Up 6% In July - Rivan Breaks Ground on Georgia Plant - Ford Cuts 1K Jobs at German EV Plant  - Racing for The Visually Impaired

Pearl Mecenas, Founder of Gifted Blind Artists, Crafters and Knitters, talks about the organization's mission and how her personal background shaped her commitment to this work.  Mecenas is joined by Jennifer Finlan, a blind artisan who lost her vision in 2012, to discuss Finlan's specialties in watercolors and pottery.  Mecenas and Finlan chat about the October 4 In the Dark event, a collaboration with the University of San Diego.Link to the event:https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://bit.ly/inthedark2025__;!!Mih3wA!HRcV1KfDqfdhx0ySDcuTTQqKSB93OyCdFitxWC48HlD-b_Pku0tKw3bDOEadtMeVTtSWJnv6XBqE$About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

The hosts of the Taking the Lead podcast share about themselves for new listeners and Timothy shares his story with blindness. 

On this episode we talk with client Juanita Lillie who is the chair of our new alumni board about what the board is and how clients can get involved.

Almost 60% of people who are blind or vision impaired have been injured by a footpath obstacle. That's one of the findings in a new survey from Vision Ireland. Their Clear Our Paths Survey 2025 also reveals that 96% of respondents regularly encounter hazards such as wheelie bins, parked cars, and overgrown branches on public footpaths, with the majority saying these obstacles have caused accidents or incidents that reduced their confidence in navigating public spaces. For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Claire Cassidy from Ennis, who is visually impaired.

On this episode we talk with client Krista Webb on her experience with Leader Dog and her passion of wood burning.

AI wearables have been an emerging industry for the blind and visually impaired. While there are a number of options, not all are designed using the input of the blind. With direct feedback from blind users, EchoVision Glasses have been shaped by well-respected leaders in America's blindness organizations such as NFB and ACB, icons such as Stevie Wonder, and a wide variety of potential users spanning our community.   Kevin Chao returns to the virtual studio after connecting with Simon Bonenfant at the 2025 National Convention of the National Federation of the Blind to discuss how Agiga was founded, spotlight some of EchoVision's unique elements and demo several exciting features on the horizon.   From the Agiga Website: “Empowering Independence, One View at a Time. EchoVision isn't just another smart glasses—it's a gateway to independence, knowledge, and boundless possibilities. Designed with the blind, for the blind, EchoVision empowers individuals to access visual information effortlessly and live life hands-free.” To learn more and pre-order your glasses, visit the Agiga website. To contact Agiga directly, call them at (408) 940-5215 or email them at contact@agiga.ai   Like them on Facebook, subscribe to their YouTube channel. To connect with the Agiga community join their Google Group, and Facebook Group.   We hope you have enjoyed this interview. If you would like to learn more and contact us, you can follow us on Twitter @Blind Abilities On the web at www.blindabilities.com Get the Free Blind Abilities App on the App Store and Google Play Store Give us a call and leave us some feedback at 612-367-6093. We would love to hear from you! Check out the Blind Abilities Community on Facebook, the Blind Abilities Page and Career Resources for the Blind and Visually Impaired group. To contact Simon directly, send him an email at sbonenfant2@gmail.com  

Think you know what it takes to succeed in college? You'll be amazed by the tech, grit, and self-advocacy that a blind student uses to thrive in a sighted world.

Mike O’Neill/Loyal Trust Bank Loyal Trust Bank is a Multi-Cultural Community Bank Headquartered in Johns Creek, GA. Focused primarily on Business Banking and Start-Up companies in the North Atlanta Market.     Jessica Poggi/Center for the Visually Impaired The mission of the Center for the Visually Impaired (CVI) is to empower individuals affected by vision […] The post Mike O’Neill with Loyal Trust Bank and Jessica Poggi with Center for the Visually Impaired appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Patriot Vision Industries LLC, nestled in the rolling hills of central Florida, proudly designs, manufactures and distributes innovative assistive technology under our PATRIOT brand. Pioneers in the industry, we continually strive to empower our customer’s lives with our award winning products and improve the quality of life for those we serve. Patriot is the brand you can trust. Please call today to schedule a demonstration with one of our authorized dealers in your area, worldwide, or to receive more information or place your order! For nearly 30 years, Patriot is the name brand you can trust for a sight to be seen. Presenter Contact Info Email: curtis@patriotvision.com Website: https://patriotvisionindustries.com/

In this episode we talk with Megan Jones, manager of canine care and welfare, about what her team does to care for and enrich the lives of our dogs in training.

Debra Erickson lost her vision — but definitely not her drive. What started as a side hustle has blossomed into a full-time mission: The Blind Kitchen - a thriving business that sells adaptive kitchen tools and teaches blind and vision-impaired people how to cook safely, confidently, and independently. Debra shares the inspiring journey of how she transitioned from student to teacher to entrepreneur, and how she built a business with impact, despite the obstacles. From attending a regular culinary school as a blind student, to sourcing and testing dozens of tools, to launching an accessible e-commerce site, Debra has done what many only dream of. But this isn't just a story of perseverance, it's packed with insights for anyone building a business. You'll learn: Tips for juggling a side hustle alongside full-time work Why delegating and building a team can unlock growth How to market to a niche audience and build trust And how to stay motivated on the hard days If you're in the early stages of your side hustle or wondering if you have what it takes, this episode will leave you thinking: if she can do it, I can too. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. Be sure to grab a copy of my 28-page guide, called, Smart Start: From Idea to It's Live in 7 Steps. It walks you through the core things to focus on, including a checklist of 8 essentials you need to launch. It's free for now at Side Hustle Hero but not forever. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/158 Connect with Debra: The Blind Kitchen Website Instagram Facebook Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!        

In this episode we hear all about the facilities team and the work they do to keep the Leader Dog campus running smoothly.

7:40 - Table Of Content, Episode Topic Breakdown. - Sarah is feeling extra tough today because her testosterone levels are through the roof and people think Susie looks like a villain, so we're quite the pair. Hear what traits you need to be perceived as cool. We have a new catchphrase and we think it's super book (you heard us). People are getting AI Avatars of their family members to talk to them after they die, and we see a few issues with this form of grieving. We debate which animals are the gayest (shoutout to flamingos). Susie watched visually impaired kids compete in a Braille reading competition, and she explains why Braille is a dying language. We hear what pretty much every famous man is doing to avoid going bald, but we think they're nuts because bald is beautiful.00:27 - Sarah's Testosterone levels are off the charts!3:39 - Drama from the comment section.7:40 - Table Of Content, Episode Topic Breakdown.10:45 - Susie's favorite food delivery is HungryRoot.13:28 - Science can tell us what it takes to be "cool".25:06 - Our favorite hair partner. Nutrafol. 26:44 - AI Avatars of people who have passed away.33:17 - Need help with your lived experience? Try Betterhelp.35:25 - Statistics on which children's picture book characters are traditionally male, or female.44:28 - Susie's favorite glasses. Pair Eyewear.46:20 - Grenfell Uncovered Netflix documentary. The tragic fire in a UK block of flats.54:01 - Is the use of braille fading away with the rise of audio technology?59:01 - Male baldness. They're all doing it!1:02:59 - If men had flippity sloppity body parts, the'd find a solution! #SUSIERANTSBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recomendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchendise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors:Go to https://paireyewear.com and use code BCP for 15% off your first pair. And support the show by mentioning that The Brain Candy Podcast sent you in your post-checkout survey!Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to https://nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BRAINCANDYThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off their first month at https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandyGet 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life when you go to https://www.hungryroot.com/braincandy and use code BRAINCANDYSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Chanthen Nene, a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with degrees in Business and Film. Despite living with Nystagmus, a visual impairment, Chanthen remains deeply committed to his passion for filmmaking. He shares his journey through higher education, creative expression, and advocacy, including his current role as Chair of the Virginia State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Join us as we explore how vision is more than just sight — it's about determination, perspective, and purpose.

On this episode we talk with Lauren and Greg who are puppy raisers for Leader Dogs for the Blind. They talk about how they got involved and why they continue to raise puppies.

In Touch hears from the RNIB about their plans to participate in the Government's consultation on the Benefits Bill. They describe their position on the bill as it stands and how they will involve the voices of blind and partially sighted people in any consultations.With Wimbledon 2025 underway, In Touch looks at grassroots visually impaired tennis and a Yorkshire league, set up by an enthusiastic exponent of the adapted sport. The LTA outlines how visually impaired people can get involved with tennis in their area.Presenter: Peter White Producer: Beth Hemmings Production Coordinator: Liz Poole Website image description: Peter White sits smiling in the centre of the image and he is wearing a dark green jumper. Above Peter's head is the BBC logo (three separate white squares house each of the three letters). Bottom centre and overlaying the image are the words "In Touch" and the Radio 4 logo (the word ‘radio' in a bold white font, with the number 4 inside of a white circle). The background is a bright mid-blue with two rectangles angled diagonally to the right. Both are behind Peter, one is a darker blue and the other is a lighter blue.

On this episode we talk with Leader Dog client and volunteer Karen Burke. She shares her story and talks about what it's like to volunteer at Leader Dog. 

In this inspiring episode, we're exploring the powerful intersection of music and accessibility with three incredible guests: Dr. Bradley Black, a world-renowned pediatric ophthalmologist and founder of the Vision Through Music program, Makayla, a passionate young musician and student in the program, and Maykaya's mother Joann.  Dr. Bradley Black (he/him) practiced pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is past president of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) and the Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (LAEPS). He has served on the boards of directors of AAPOS, the Children's Eye Foundation, the Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute, and LAEPS. He received the Honor Award, Senior Honor Award, and the Lifetime Achievement Award from AAPOS and the Achievement Award, Secretariat Award, and the Outstanding Advocate Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He was elected to the American Ophthalmological Society. In 2024, he received the Parks Silver Medal, the highest honor awarded by AAPOS and CEF-AAPOS. Dr. Black is active in international ophthalmology. He served on the Orbis International Cybersight Medical Advisory Board and has performed and taught pediatric eye surgery in more than thirty countries.  One of his greatest professional achievements to date is founding the Vision Through Music program of the Children's Eye Foundation, which seeks to increase the number of music teachers who work with blind and partially sighted children nationwide. He and his wife, Cindy, have two children and two grandchildren. In his leisure time, you can often find Dr. Black sailing the Gulf of Mexico on his thirty-five-foot sloop.   Makayla Alger (she/her) is a passionate student of the Children's Eye Foundation's Vision Through Music Program (VTM). From an early age, she found joy in singing and playing on her sister's keyboard. She is currently learning violin and will soon begin voice lessons through the VTM program. Makayla lives with a mutation to the TUBB4B gene, which has led to degenerative vision and bilateral sensorineural hearing loss. Over time, she has lost night vision, experienced a decrease in peripheral vision, and developed nystagmus. Her mother, Joann, vividly remembers taking Makayla to a pediatric ophthalmologist, who determined she would need glasses for life. Initially overwhelmed and unsure whether her young daughter would keep them on, Joann recalls when Makayla looked up at her parents and with a soft voice appreciatively said, “thank you.” From that moment, she never took her glasses off. Joann says the family has gotten creative to make things more accessible at home. Beyond her love of music, Makayla is also the author of “The Way I See It”, a story following Elena, a visually and hearing-impaired red fox who navigates Vermont's scenic trails using her heightened senses. Along her journey, Elena meets many woodland creatures and teaches them important lessons about awareness, kindness, and understanding. Makayla and her mom Joann hope to raise awareness about TUBB4B genetic testing, as well as encourage more research into its progression and ultimately a cure. Whether you're a parent, educator, healthcare provider, or music lover, this conversation will show you just how transformative inclusive programming can be. Mentioned in this episode: Vision Through Music program: VisionThroughMusic.org or email contact@visionthroughmusic.org Academy of Music for the Blind: ouramb.org Makayla's book, The Way I See It available here on Amazon. Girl Scouts of America: GirlScouts.org  Summer Camp IN-SIGHT: in-sight.org/camp Stay tuned for the next new episode of “It Happened To Me”! In the meantime, you can listen to our previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “It Happened To Me”.    “It Happened To Me” is created and hosted by Cathy Gildenhorn and Beth Glassman. DNA Today's Kira Dineen is our executive producer and marketing lead. Amanda Andreoli is our associate producer. Ashlyn Enokian is our graphic designer.   See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, ItHappenedToMePod.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to ItHappenedToMePod@gmail.com.   

For people who suffer from problems with vision and need the help of a guide dog, for companionship, safety and the ability to live an independent life, they can turn to the world's oldest guide dog school in the world. The 'Seeing Eye' is a non-profit located in Morristown, New Jersey which has been in operation for almost a century. They breed, train and pair guide dogs to those who need them. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Lauren Christie, director of canine development at the 'Seeing Eye', who explains how you can be a part of training adorable puppies to become guides for those who are blind or visually impaired. For more information visit: https://seeingeye.org/you-can-help/ Click Here⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we talk with the Leader Dogs for the Blind Board Chair John Reed on his new role.

How blind people cook is a question many people with vision loss or caregivers often ask—this episode with Debra Erickson, founder of The Blind Kitchen, offers powerful answers rooted in lived experience and innovation.If you or a loved one is navigating life with vision loss, this conversation will speak directly to your needs. Debra, a blind executive chef with retinitis pigmentosa, explains how she turned daily challenges into tools, methods, and confidence-building techniques that enable the visually impaired to thrive in the kitchen. Through the use of adaptive culinary tools, AI-powered smart glasses, and strategic kitchen organization, she empowers others to reclaim independence and joy in cooking.This episode provides actionable insight into accessible cooking strategies, the role of assistive technology for the blind, and practical examples of how individuals can modify their environments for independence. You'll learn about using talking thermometers, applying bump dots, and leveraging emerging tools like AI to identify ingredients, navigate kitchens, and prepare safe, delicious meals.Whether you're searching for inclusive kitchen design tips, are a caregiver looking to teach safe kitchen habits, or someone with vision impairment wanting to regain autonomy, this podcast delivers hope, wisdom, and real-world solutions.0:00 – Intro to Debra Erickson and The Blind Kitchen1:18 – Debra's background and vision loss journey2:34 – How blind people cook: Sensory reliance and adaptation4:05 – COVID pivot: How The Blind Kitchen was born5:20 – Empowering the aging population with vision loss6:38 – Common kitchen organization strategies for the blind7:50 – Demonstration of adaptive culinary tools & practical hacks9:15 – Role of AI smart glasses and assistive tech11:10 – Advice to aspiring blind chefs12:25 – Where to connect with Debra Erickson

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What does it take to become an inventor? To find out, we spoke with an inventor named Josh Miele about one of his greatest inventions: tactile maps! Tactile maps use braille technology to help blind people explore their neighborhoods with their fingers first. But how does Josh create brand-new inventions? Tune in to find out how inventors bring new ideas to life, and stick around to find out whether birds like wearing denim. This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant Number # 2148711 - Engaging Blind, Visually Impaired, and Sighted Students in STEM with Storytelling through Podcasts. If you want to learn more about Josh and all his inventions, go to our blog at sciencepodcastforkids.com, where we've got lots of awesome resources! If you want to make a recurring $5 donation to Tumble, you can go to bit.ly/donatetumble. Or you can support us at any level you like by going here. Or support us on Patreon at patreon.com/tumblepodcast Tumble is brought to you with support from IXL Learning. For a special discount for tumble listeners, go to IXL.com/tumble!