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20230410 Bookability - let's Learn more about Goodreads Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined us for a fun-filled call all about Goodreads, what it is, how it works, and what you can do with it. We learned the very basics of using the goodreads app on the iPhone, and to work through how to find a book and rate it. Attendees came with questions, their own Goodr...

20230410 It's 7-up Time. Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind is a home delivery service like no other. Participants Joined Andrew Burstein, CEO and Mary Ann Grignon, Outreach specialist for Florida and West Virginia, to learn how this company can help you manage your medications and your health with confidence and independence. Attende...

20230410 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20230410 Understanding Shortcuts on Apple Devices Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2023, on ACB Media 6   In the final instalment of this series of Understanding Shortcuts, participants joined Darcy as we finished up the Shortcut to play ACB Media streams.

20230410 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted April 10, 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

20230408 ACB Home, Garden, and Agriculture - Open line Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants talked about what they are growing this season. Tips for blind or visually impaired  gardeners, or any other topic regarding keeping animals or growing plants. Attendees were encouraged to ask questions.   Subscribe to our email list

20230407 It’s Play Time Originally Broadcasted April 7, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20230406 Vispero Presentation – Manage Email Attachments in Outlook with JAWS Originally Broadcasted April 6, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants learned how to attach files to an email, share directly from a file, and access attachments in an email message using JAWS.   Sponsored by Vispero

20230406 I Love Braille – I Have a Question Originally Broadcasted April 6, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This week, Cory Kadlik discussed the ins and outs of the NLS E-Reader, followed by a question/answer session.   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20230405 Recipe Swap –Easter Brunch Originally Broadcasted April 5, 2023, on ACB Media 5 The Easter bunny is hippity hopping our way again! We’ve got a hunch you are going to love our next recipe swap, which is all about Easter brunch! Participants brought all their favorite recipes to share, whether for breakfast or lunch!

20230404 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Do you know when to use "c o m p l i m e n t" and "c o m p l e m e n t"? Or maybe you confuse "h o l e" with "w h o l e. These words are called homophones, which are words that sound the same, but differ in meaning and spelling. Join Mary Haupt to learn to use them cor...

20230404 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted April 4, 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 your insight into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and the best podcasts to listen to. Sponsored by Unmut...

20230404 Herbie’s Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Listeners joined Herbie and Tori as they took us on another cooking adventure. This time, Heidi joined us to show us how to make her lasagna. Ingredients needed: 1 Lb. ground beef 1 Lb. loose sweet Italian sausage 1 1/4 Lb. mozzarella sliced cheese. 1/2 Lb. parmesan cheese sliced. 1 large container ricotta cheese...

20230403 Understanding Shortcuts on Apple Devices Originally Broadcasted April 3, 2023, on ACB Media 6 Participants joined Darcy as they continued looking how to make Shortcuts to play ACB Media streams.

20230403 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted April 3, 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

20230401 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted April 1, 2023, on ACB Media 5 We discussed effective communication under Titles II and III of the ADA. Sponsored by Jonathan Simeone

20230331 It’s Play Time Originally Broadcasted March 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20230330 Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind - the path to Medication and Health Management Originally Broadcasted March 30, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Listeners met Andrew Burstein and Alex Cohen, Co-Founders of Accessible Pharmacy. Participants heard the story and had their Medication management questions answered. Sponsored by Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind

20230330 Let’s Talk Mac Originally Broadcasted March 30, 2023, on ACB Media 5 This is where we discuss all aspects of the Mac and what it can do. This time, Chanelle Allen talked about and demonstrated the Num Pad Commander for Mac.

20230330 Vispero Presentation – Creating, Editing, and Reading Tables in Word with JAWS Originally Broadcasted March 30, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned how to create a table in Word with JAWS, use reading commands to locate information, and edit a table. We also provided important JAWS Quick Settings for working with tables. Sponsored by Vispero

20230330 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted March 30, 2023, on ACB Media 5 This week was devoted to discussing general questions about I Love Braille including how to reach out to more participants. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access call archives

20230328 Games to Play with Lady A Originally Broadcasted March 28, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Lucy for a discussion of games they can play with their Amazon Echo Devices. New games are discussed every time. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own suggestions.

20230328 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted March 28, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants join us each week as we share updates on the access technology community and answered your questions regarding iPhones, Androids, Mac, and Windows. We also gave listeners insights into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and the best podcasts to listen to.   Spons...

20230328 Herbie’s Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted March 28, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Herbie and tori as they take you on another cooking adventure. This time: they attempted to make pirogi's.   Access recipes via Dropbox Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list. Email the ACB Cooks Find Herbie's Cooking Corner on YouTube

20230327 Understanding Shortcuts on Apple Devices Originally Broadcasted March 27, 2023, on ACB Media 6   Participants joined Darcy as he showed us how to make a Shortcut that will give Siri the ability to play ACB Media 5.