Podcast Episodes
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Season 1 Episode 1083
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 blin…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Wellness Wednesday: Burnout, Balance, and Being Present: Finding Calm in the Chaos
Season 1 Episode 1082
In this reflective and energizing episode of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin and Robin Ennis join Jeff Thompson to dive into the overwhelming noise of modern life and how it contributes to burn…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Cruising Through Summer: Next Exit—College
Season 1 Episode 1081
Buckle up for a mid-summer check-in with Peer Ambassadors Amy and Maddy as they reflect on the adventures, growth, and unexpected moments that shaped their summer—and look ahead to the college road j…
Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago
Cooking Up Confidence: Ready, Set, Prep
Season 1 Episode 1080
Get ready to explore, experiment, and own the kitchen! In this exciting episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff Thompson visits the Ready, Set, Prep program at State Services for the Blind of Minnesota—a ha…
Published on 5 months ago
Wellness 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 5 months, 1 week 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 5 months, 3 weeks 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 5 months, 4 weeks 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 6 months, 2 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 6 months, 3 weeks 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 7 months ago