Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWellness Wednesday: Belonging: The Power of Choice in Accessibility
Season 1 Episode 1079
In this episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin and Robin Ennis, joined by Jeff Thompson, explore the evolving landscape of accessibility through the lens of an upcoming all-inclusive hotel design…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Wellness Wednesday: Isolation - From Alone to A Little Less Lonely: Steps Toward Social Reconnection
Season 1 Episode 1078
In this heartfelt episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth, Robin, and Jeff tackle the often-overlooked topic of isolation as we age—especially for those living with disabilities. They explore how life tr…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
From Audio Books, Braille to Broadcast: Behind the Scenes at State Services for the Blind - A Tour Through SSB’s Communication Center
Season 1 Episode 1077
Ever wonder how a book becomes Braille? Or how an employee manual turns into an audio file? The students of the Summer Transition Program (STP) at the University of St. Thomas got to see it all first…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Seable Holidays: Turning Accessible Travel Dreams Into Reality
Season 1 Episode 1076
Discover a world where accessibility meets adventure! In this inspiring episode, Jeff Thompson explores Seable Holidays, a unique travel company transforming vacations for blind and visually impaired…
Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago
Immersive. Inclusive. Incredible. Dive Into the LuminoCity Podcast - Where Audio Description Redefines Inclusive Story Telling
Season 1 Episode 1075
Jeff Thompson welcomes Christine Malec to the Blind Abilities studio to shine a spotlight on the LuminoCity Podcast—an immersive audio experience created for the Luminato Festival in Toronto. Designe…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
From Confidence to Career: Explore Summer with the LEAP Program
Season 1 Episode 1074
Get ready to LEAP into summer with Learn, Earn, and Prosper! This virtual program is made just for blind and visually impaired students ages 14–21 who want to gain real job skills, build independence…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Come Sail Away or Kick Into Confidence: Summer Camps That Empower at Lighthouse Center for Vital Living
Season 1 Episode 1073
Get ready for an unforgettable summer with the Lighthouse Center for Vital Living in Duluth, Minnesota! Designed for students ages 14–21 who are blind or visually impaired, these week-long camps comb…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
From Classroom to Career: Vanward Consulting is Reshaping How Blind and Low Vision Youth Prepare for College, Careers, and Life
Season 1 Episode 1072
Founded by Gary Horton and joined by technical specialist Bahz, Vanward Consulting offers immersive, skill-building programs like *Lean In* and *Lean In Prep*. These initiatives go beyond job trainin…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Wellness Wednesday: I Got a Feeling, Somebodies Watching Me
Season 1 Episode 1071
In this casual conversation, Beth, robin and Jeff talk about that feeling that people are watching us when we are out and about in the public sphere. How fear may hinder our perception and distract f…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago
Swing for the Fences: Building Confidence Through Orientation & Mobility
Season 1 Episode 1070
Meet Jenny Pelletier and Abdi Mumin, two passionate Orientation and Mobility (O&M) instructors who are helping blind and visually impaired students build confidence, independence, and street smarts—o…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago