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Level Up: Building Confidence, Skills, and Futures for Blind and Low Vision Students
Podcast Summary: Envision’s Level Up program is more than a summer camp—it’s a launching pad for blind and visually impaired students stepping into independence, college, and careers. Since 2006, Lev…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
Smart Glasses designed by the blind for the blind. Previewing the EchoVision Glasses by Agiga AI. Welcome back Kevin Chao, Chief Visionary and Evangelist.
Podcast Summary: 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 f…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Wellness Wednesday: Burnout, Balance, and Being Present: Finding Calm in the Chaos
Podcast Summary: 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 co…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Cruising Through Summer: Next Exit—College
Podcast Summary: 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 t…
Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago
Cooking Up Confidence: Ready, Set, Prep
Podcast Summary: 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 …
Published on 5 months ago
Wellness Wednesday: Belonging: The Power of Choice in Accessibility
Podcast Summary: 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-inclu…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago
Wellness Wednesday: Isolation – From Alone to A Little Less Lonely: Steps Toward Social Reconnection
Podcast Summary: 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 ex…
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
podcast Summary: 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…
Published on 6 months ago
Seable Holidays: Turning Accessible Travel Dreams Into Reality
Podcast Summary: Discover a world where accessibility meets adventure! In this episode inspired by the Minnesota State Academy’s International Club, Jeff Thompson explores Seable Holidays, a unique t…
Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Immersive. Inclusive. Incredible. Dive Into the LuminoCity Podcast – Where Audio Description Redefines Inclusive Story Telling
Podcast Summary: 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…
Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago