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20230612 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted June 12, 2023, on ACB  Media 5   Have you been joining us in the mornings for ACB Presents with your answers to the daily questions? You are working and haven't been able to join us. Now is your opportunity to share more, or for the first time. Participants joined Bel and Kaila to tell their story behind their answer. You will have the opportunity. to...

20230612 Bookability-Podcasts, Blogs, and Discussions oh my Originally Broadcasted June 12, 2023, on ACB  Media 5   Participants joined Meka and Shannon D. as we took a deep dive into book podcasts and book blogs. Now that we've taken the plunge in to Goodreads, what other ways do we have to discuss books and meet others? How can we discover what books are coming out next? Why are book podcasts an...

20230612 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted June 12, 2023, on ACB  Media 5   BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone with tactile buttons. Whether you are a new user or are curious about its many features, participants joined Diane Ducharme for an instructional session about how to use the device.   Sponsored by BlindShell USA   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecas...

2023 ACB LIVE Summer Auction. This podcast contains the reading of the descriptions of all items to be auctioned during the 2023 LIVE Summer Auction. Saturday, June 17 at 6:00 PM Central 7:00 PM Eastern Broadcast on ACB Media One To bid, you must attend the Zoom call. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

2023 Appetizer Auction Day Two This podcast contains the reading of the descriptions of all items to be auctioned during the 2023 Summer Appetizer Auction Day Two. Opens Friday, June 16, at 11:00 AM Central, 12:00 noon Eastern. Closes Saturday, June 17, at 11:00 AM Central, 12:00 noon Eastern. Opening Bids Included   Appetizer Auction Rules and Information Contact Leslie Spoone at (407) 678-0075 o...

2023 Appetizer Auction Day One This podcast contains the reading of the descriptions of all items to be auctioned during the 2023 Summer Appetizer Auction Day One. Opens Thursday, June 15, at 11:00 AM Central, 12:00 noon Eastern Closes Friday, June 16, at 11:00 AM Central, 12:00 noon Eastern Opening Bids Included Appetizer Auction Rules and Information Contact Leslie Spoone at (407) 678-0075 or (4...

20230610 Community Town Hall Meeting Originally Broadcasted June 10, 2023, on ACB Media 5   We talked about what's happening in the Community during Convention time. We discussed the Community Support Committee, and the Volunteer Recognition Program, and anything else you wanted to ask about Community. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230610 ACB Home, Garden, and Agriculture-Pollinators Originally Broadcasted June 10, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Our guest told us about attracting pollinators, and she  explained why pollinators are important.   Subscribe to our email list.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230610 Doing Braille Digitally Originally Broadcasted June 10, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This week, we presented a mini tutorial on using braille with IOS. When we did our android presentation last time, we asked if there was interest in an IOS one as well, and there was. I did this myself and presented some lesser-known tips and tricks to using braille with IOS.   Email Nicki   Find out more at ht...

20230609 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted June 9, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230608 Free to Be Me Originally Broadcasted June 8, 2023, on ACB Media 5   A place to enjoy free-flowing conversation about books and anything else that might come to mind. Come as yourself. All are welcome and wanted. To keep away bad Vibes, please refrain from discussing religion or politics. This week, Free to Be Me presented Brett Battles, a USA Today bestselling author to talk about his boo...

20230608 Berl Colley Leadership Institute Originally Broadcasted June 8, 2023, on ACB Media 6   With the ACB national convention fast approaching and the twists and turns of a hybrid convention, the Berl Colley Leadership Committee discussed the roles and responsibilities of affiliate delegates, alternate delegates, and nominating committee representatives. We shared suggestions for how you can be...

20230608 Lets Talk Mac Originally Broadcasted June 8, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This is where I discuss and demo all aspects of the Mac. This time, participants learned how to record and edit with Amadeus Pro. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230608 Vispero Presentation-An Overview of Google Workspace Applications with JAWS Originally Broadcasted June 8, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Google Workspace is Google’s suite of cloud-hosted applications designed to facilitate document creation, collaboration, and productivity. We discussed applications such as Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets, plus showed participants how to enable accessibility set...

20230608 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted June 8, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This week under the title, "I have a question", participants asked and answered braille-related questions. It was quite an interactive session.   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah   Find out more at https://acb-community.pine...

20230607 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted June 7, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: Instant Pots air fryers slow cookers coffee makers microwave ovens and more Participants ask their questions, and share their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230606 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted June 6, 2023, on ACB Media 5   When you write, do you get H-O-L-E and W-H-O-L-E confused? Or you don't know whether to use S-T-R-A-I-T or S-T-R-A-I-G-H-T. These pairs of words are called homophones, which are words that sound the same, but differ in spelling and meaning. Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn to use them correctly....

20230606 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted June 6, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants join us each week as we share updates on the access technology community and answer your questions regarding iPhones, Androids, Mac, and Windows. We also give you insight into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and the best podcasts to listen to.   Sponsored by Unm...

Find Herbie's Cooking Corner on Y 20230606 Herbies Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted June 6, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined tori and Herbie as they took you on another cooking adventure. This time: Kaila's tips and tricks. Guest Kaila Allen showed us how she organizes her kitchen plus additional tips and tricks on cooking. We also had Tori's tips where she offered some additional t...

20230605 Sensational Summer Salads From CCLVI Originally Broadcasted June 5, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Patti was back with some great ideas now that the warm weather had arrived. But this time she is enjoying the great outdoors. It’s time to enjoy lighter, cooler, and ever so delicious summer fruits, vegetables, and grilled treats. Patti’s own delicious recipe for pasta salad, Terry’s baby spinach an...

20230603 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted June 3, 2023, on ACB Media 5 I covered principles of disability equity and justice. Sponsored by Jonathan Simeone

20230602 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted June 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20230601 Vispero Presentation - Power Tips for Improving Proficiency when Navigating Word with JAWS Originally Broadcasted June 1, 2023, on ACB Media 5 We provided power tips for quickly locating commands on the Ribbon, checking document formatting, managing the Backstage view, and more. Sponsored by Vispero

<pre> 20230601 I Love Braille </pre> Originally Broadcasted June 1, 2023, on ACB Media 5 This week, Terri Nettles presented her thoughts and experiences under the title "Using Braille in your kitchen". Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20230531 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted May 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: Instant Pots air fryers slow cookers coffee makers microwave ovens and more Attendees were encouraged to ask their questions and share their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes.