Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchStudent Readiness: Navigating College with Confidence: Tips for Students with Vision Loss
Season 1 Episode 1065
In this episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff Thompson speaks with three professionals from State Services for the Blind (SSB)—Kate Larson, Randi Lasher, and Shane DeSantis—who support students with visio…
Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago
Defending Disability Rights: The Threat to Section 504 and Why It Matters
Season 1 Episode 1064
This podcast episode highlights the alarming legal challenge to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a foundational disability rights law in the United States. Kaleigh Brendle, a student ad…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago
Wellness Wednesday: Disaster Readiness: What’s Your Plan in an Emergency?
Season 1 Episode 1063
This episode of Wellness Wednesday with hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explores emergency preparedness for natural disasters, with a focus on considerations for blind and low vis…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago
Exploring the Outdoors: A Winter Adventure for Blind and Visually Impaired Students
Season 1 Episode 1062
Have you ever wanted to experience the thrill of snowshoeing, learn how to build a campfire, or master winter hiking skills? In this special podcast episode, we take you on a journey to Fort Snelling…
Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago
Wellness Wednesday: Insecure or Secure? Exploring Attachment and Prematurity
Season 1 Episode 1061
On this episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth and Robin respond to a listener’s question about the connection between premature birth and attachment styles. Research suggests a link between prematurity…
Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago
Heights Unseen: Julius Mbura’s Mission Beyond Kilimanjaro
Season 1 Episode 1060
Julius Mbura, a blind adventurer, advocate, and model from Kenya, is redefining possibility. With an Awarewolf Gear All-Terrain Cane, he scaled Mount Kilimanjaro and six other Kenyan peaks, proving t…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
Experiencing Blindness Through Taste: The Educational Impact of Desserts in the Dark
Season 1 Episode 1059
The Desserts in the Dark event at Minnesota State Academy for the Blind (MSAB) provided a hands-on experience for sighted participants to gain insight into the world of blindness. Guests wore blindfo…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
Wellness Wednesday: Valentine’s Day Reimagined: Loving Yourself First
Season 1 Episode 1058
Valentine’s Day is often seen as a celebration of romantic love, but what if love starts from within? In this Wellness Wednesday episode, Beth and Robin explore the foundation of love—self-love. With…
Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Connecting, Learning, and Thriving: Highlights from the ACB Minnesota Convention
Season 1 Episode 1057
The ACB Minnesota State Convention: Zooming into 2025 was an exciting gathering of Minnesota’s blindness community, offering insights, connections, and resources. Highlights included updates from Sta…
Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago
Two Journeys to Employment: From High School to College and Career – Lessons in Advocacy and Resilience with Gabby Gingras
Season 1 Episode 1056
In this 2nd episode of the Two Journeys to Employment, Gabby Gingras shares her inspiring journey from student to professional, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy, resilience, and using av…
Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago