Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchNo Limits to Learning: A Summer Program That Builds Independence
Step into a summer that could change everything. At the Colorado Center for the Blind, the No Limits to Learning program invites blind, deafblind, an…
9 hours ago
Curiosity Opens the Door: Louie McGee’s Journey from Minnesota to Law School
Podcast Summary: What does it take to step beyond comfort and truly build independence? In this episode of Blind Abilities, Louie McGee shares his jo…
5 days, 15 hours ago
Aira Goes Wearable Again: Unlocking Freedom with Meta Glasses
Podcast Summary: Aira is stepping into a new era of accessibility with hands-free support through Meta smart glasses, and Jenine Stanley joins Jeff T…
1 week, 2 days ago
New Language, New Opportunities: Unlocking Independence Through English Learning with Abbi Mayland
Podcast Summary: What if learning English could open the door to independence, education, and meaningful work? In this episode of Blind Abilities, Je…
1 week, 5 days ago
Wellness Wednesday: Self-Esteem vs. Self-Confidence — And Yes, Those Are Cute Shoes
Podcast Summary: What’s the difference between self-esteem and self-confidence—and why does something as simple as a pair of shoes sometimes spark th…
3 weeks ago
Riding the Future: Inside Tesla, Waymo, and Zoox Autonomous Rides with Kevin Chao
Podcast Summary: In this episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff welcomes Kevin Chao, an early adopter who has taken more than 60 rides in autonomous vehicl…
3 weeks, 3 days ago
Honor Judy, Protect 504: Why Awareness and Advocacy Matter Right Now
Podcast summary: What happens when the foundation of disability rights is challenged? In this powerful conversation, Jeff Thompson welcomes back disa…
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Blind Abilities – The Musical: More Than One Way To Be Blind
Podcast Summary: In Episode 4 of Blind Abilities – The Musical, Lori, Christina, Pete, and Jeff explore the strength and diversity found within the b…
1 month ago
More Than a Diagnosis: Seeing Hope with Dr. Suleiman Alibhai & the Prevention of Blindness Society
Podcast Summary: In this episode, Jeff travels to the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington to meet CEO Caren Forsten and Dr. Su…
1 month ago
From Classroom to Career — Josh Subhan’s Internship Journey
Podcast Summary: Josh Subhan shares a real-world look at how internships can open doors from college to career. As a University of Minnesota grad who…
1 month, 1 week ago