Wes Derby’s Random Ramblings

On this episode, Nixie and I talk about my first experience at a Pride festival here in Mankato. We talk about the festival, the Queeraoke night, and much more. We also delve into the shooting of Charlie Kirk as well as other shootings of late and discuss the vile responses of the far left, as well as the retaliations of the far right and how it won't end well for America. Listen, and give you...

On this episode, as it's been a while since I've given a life update, I give a brief one. There are some things I can't talk about yet, but I skirt around them. We also discuss last night's/this morning's happenings involving a fire in the building. I also review a new breakfast sandwich from McDonald's. Well, a new take on a classic favorite. I'm joined by Nixie for th...

On this episode, I expand on a Facebook post I'd made earlier this week, detailing some of the areas where I agree with what Trump's doing, and on areas where I don't. I also pose a few questions. We also discuss my views on legalizing drugs and prostitution...Do both, yes. Reach out to me at facebook.com/wderby, x.com/wesderby, wesderby@icloud.com, or find me on Mastodon @travellingbl...

On this episode, we discuss the new Linkin Park CD From Zero, which I love. We also talk about Bluesky, both from an accessibility standpoint and from a content standpoint. Finally, I get into the controversy surrounding picture descriptions on social media for the blind and visually impaired. Sighted friends, give it a listen as I definitely want your feedback on the final segment. Want to reach...

In this episode, I give my thoughts in a concise manner on the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, explain from my perspective where Democrats lost the plot and why Trump won, and point out that it won't be as bad as one side thinks it will, or as great as the other side believes. Listen, and I hope you come away feeling a little better about the election. Comments are always welcome, and m...

In this episode, I hit on a few topics very quickly. It's a short one, but pretty good if I do say so myself. Like what you hear? Support the podcast via CashApp at $wesleyderby, Venmo @wesley-derby, or via Zelle if you know my personal email or cell number. Thank you. Regardless of whether or not you can support financially, enjoy the episode.

On this episode, I do a genral life catch-up. I talk about some things that went down that caused me to leave my apartment in Moorhead Minnesota, my brief brush with the law for the first time in my 46 years, an accessibility tester program I'm thinking of joining, the business, the radio show, and more.

Just a quick podcast to get me back into the swing of things. In this episode, I talk a little about both major party candidates as well as third-party options. I also chastise members of both parties, though primary Democrats, for their ridiculous stance on third party voting. We also talk a little about my radio career, books, and the like. Next episode will be longer. Also, check out the new in...

Jessica and I talk about some recent negative experiences with Valley Metro Paratransit here in the East Valley. We vent, offer anecdotes, try to think of solutions, and explain how this affects our working life and our work-life balance. This isn’t meant to be a woe-is-us thing, just getting our experiences out there after some frustrating recent events. Frustrating enough that it’s actually affe...

The title pretty much sums it up. Continuing the trend of audio mow during the month of June. Yeah, I know I missed a couple days, but I will fix that. We’ll play catch-up at some point. We test the accessibility of the Amazon lockers, which many of my blind and visually impaired friends have asked me about since we have them at the new apartment. We also do a tasting of Woodford reserve with 7-Up...

Just a quick update on life. Well, maybe not so quick. A lot has happened since I last updated this podcast. You thought I’d forgotten. No. I’m back. Your friendly neighborhood travel agent, DJ, and major pain in the ass is back to entertain, inform, and possibly offend you. There is offensive language in this podcast. If you don’t like that, that’s on you. Enjoy. I’ve joined by Jessica for quite...

For a while, people have asked me to do a demo of the Instant Pot and how I use it as a blind person. this isn’t the greatest, but is an attempt to do so. Enjoy!

In this episode, I talk about the Drecho that hit Iowa last Monday, August 10. Alicia joins me for about half the podcast to talk about the way the community here in Cedar Rapids and elsewhere around Iowa has come together during this crisis. it's a crazy time. If you're interested in finding ways to help, search Cedar Rapids Derecho 2020 on Google, Bing, or Facebook. Visit http://crfirst.org for...

Alicia and I discuss our first meal mmade in the Instant Pot pressure cooker. We discuss what went well, what didn’t go well, and some potential accessible issues we as blind users encountered. This will not be the last Instant Pot meal, or Podcast. Chili gets made tomorrow, and we may eventually do an audio or Facebook Live demo as we use the device. We welcome your questions and comments at wesd...

On this episode, I explain how, as a blind person, to set up the instant pot smart Wi-Fi model. I discuss the pressure test, the accessories that came with the pot, and much more. I also promote the radio show, my travel business, and give a couple of tips with regard to this whole corona virus thing.

An interview with author Jo Elizabeth Pinto, writer of “Bright Side of Darkness” and “Daddy Won’t Let Mom Drive The Car”. You can learn more about the author at brightsideauthor.com. Also, added a few old voice mails I realized I never published. Hey, maybe I’ll do more with this thing this year.

Slayer brought their current tour, dubbed “the final campaign“ to Columbus Ohio on November 12. They along with Primus, ministry, and Philip H Anselmo and the illegals played nationwide arena, and blew the roof off the venue! Enjoy my thoughts, as well as a little bit of live material from the show.

A quick preview of the new CW TV series in the dark. Also, I talk about the Mötley Crüe movie the dirt.

On this episode, we look at and hear music from several releases that of come out over the last couple of weeks. I also let you know how to find the radio show, the podcast, and how to book your next trip through me.

It’s a short one today. Podcasting from the best Western plus in Keene, New Hampshire. Just some updates on my trip so far, and uses I have found for the Aira service for the visually impaired. Enjoy.

All about last night’s little big town concert here in Columbus. Recaps of the bands, opinions, and the like. Also, for those listening on Anchor, therewill be six songs included. I don’t believe other podcast providers will pick these up.

Google photo back up for PC with JAWS 2018: how I made it work

We talk about international friendship day, day four of the hospital, and get a call in from an old friend. For those listening on Anchor, you will also be treated to a pretty cool song. If you’re listening on an external podcast Source, I reference the song, so you can go look for it if you like. Enjoy.

We talk about my first day here at the hospital, review a few new releases, and play some cool new music. First post after getting checked in at Riverside Hospital • More from the hospital; explaining the stay, and other things. • Complaint about iTunes recent music not showing up in the music app • Talking a bit about the new Blake Shelton album, Texoma Shore • Update on recent music not showing...