ACB Focus: Education

20260717 1400 Why You Need a Better Money Plan and How YNABs Five Questions Can Help Your Finances Soar Originally Aired on ACB Media Moe Carpenter, an accredited financial counselor and certified YNAB Spendfulness Coach, examined why budgets that appeared sound on paper could fall apart in daily life. Participants explored YNAB's five questions and how they could support stronger money plans, mor...

20260716 1100 Exploring AI Tools: Opportunities and Risks for Blind Students and Beyond Originally Aired on ACB Media The session examined how artificial intelligence was changing accessibility, education, and opportunities for blind students. It explained how AI worked, explored benefits and risks, and shared practical strategies for learning, creating, and leading. Guests Ming Fang of Florida In...

20250708 1300 A Story of Identity Theft and the Legal Issues Involved Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media   Participants heard from a woman victimized by identity theft and found out about the role of a prosecutor's office and that of the police department or sheriff's office.   Presenters: Deborah E. Joyce, Hawaii, and Chris Prentice, Levelland, Texas   Find out more at https://acb-...

20250708 0730 BRL Breakfast Whats so Great About UEB Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media 2   The Unified English Braille Code (UEB) has met with some controversy and resistance since its adoption in the United States in 2015. Our presenter is a blind NLS Certified UEB Transcriber who explained the major changes to the braille code introduced by UEB, the reasons for those changes, ben...

20250707 1730 Brain Teasers Exercise Your Mind and Learn About Famous People from Dallas Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2025, on ACB Media 3   Participants tried out their hand at Dallas Texas knowledge! The Multi-Cultural Affairs committee would like to invite you to have some fun with us and see how much you know about the celebrities that are from the Dallas Texas area. This was a chance to con...

20250705 1600 Introduction to Investing Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2025, on ACB Media 3   Participants joined us for an engaging and accessible "Introduction to Investing" workshop designed especially for beginners. During this interactive session, Chris Peterson, AFC, Cody Bair, CPA, and Kane Brolin, CFP, introduced Penny Forward's brand-new online course, Introduction to Investing....

20250705 0800 AABT Breakfast From Smart Devices to Chatbots How AI Is Helpful for Blind Students Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2025, on ACB Media   AI is not here to replace teachers-it's a tool that can support learning in new ways. From reading text aloud to providing descriptions of images. AI helps blind students access information, work creatively, and engage in the classroom. Participants l...

20250627 1130 ACBF Spotlight - From Student to President of the Board Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2025, on ACB Media 2   The Overbrook School for the Blind in Philadelphia is one of the oldest schools for the blind in the United States. It is a private school, not operated by the state of Pennsylvania. Lyle Sine entered Overbrook as a preschooler in 1962, and he graduated from high school ther...

20250626 1430 Expert Advice on Retirement Planning and Investing for the Future Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2025 on ACB Media 5   Are you worried that you might live longer than your money? How do we plan for an uncertain future? The Royal Bank Of Canada investment manager and financial planner has the answers to these questions and many more. Participants joined the ACB Resource Development t...

20250626 1430 Accessible FT8 Ham Radios Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2025 on ACB Media 2   This session from ACBRA featured a Podcast followed by time for questions with John Farina W2QCY on making radios accessible for blind and low vision hams.   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pinecast.co

20240709 1300 Financial Literacy for Students Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder   Personal finance is essential to independent and prudent living. As a student, you are in one of the most transformative times of your life. ACBS presented a seminar that can help students gain confidence in a plethora of financial aspects, including taxes, monthly budgets, and available...

20240708 1430 Fashion Forward-How to Dress to Impress Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder   When an event is "business professional", specifically how should you dress? For students and young professionals, the dialogue surrounding fashions and dress codes is confusing, even to those who are sighted. ACBS's event aims to strengthen confidence in personal fashi...

20240708 1300 Brick by Brick-Learning Through Lego Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder   Legos aren't just a toy. They can teach blind people to be better rock climbers, how to write music, and how to read in braille. Not only that, but blind people can now build Lego sets on their own using text-based instructions from Bricks For the Blind. Participants joined Matthew...

20240707 1430 This Old House Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom   Do you have a to-do list full of home repairs? Does your house need an upgrade? Attendees came to CCLVI's This Old House program to get tips on how to fix the little things that won't hurt your wallet, but make you feel better about your home.   Edited By: Michael Babcock   Find out more at https://acb-focus-educ...

20240706 1300 Meet Lions from the Knights of the Blind in Washington State Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2024, on ACB Media 2   Meet Lions from the Knights of the Blind in Washington State as they explained how they teach third graders about blindness through activities and use of the book "Grandpa's White Cane". Active Lions, former Lions, and anyone interested in learning more about b...

20240628 1530 Focus Your Muse with MuseScore Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 2   Attendees discovered how MuseScore empowers individuals who are blind or have low vision to independently create music scores. Through live demonstrations, attendees will learn to navigate this free and open-source music notation application using keyboard shortcuts and receive guidance on creating...

20240628 1100 Choosing a Braille Device Trainer Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 3   This session explored how you can find a trainer of interest. It offers a practical outline of steps you can take to see just how effective your trainer is likely to be.   Edited By: Regina Marie Brink   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pinecast.co

20240627 0930 Jacksonville Historical Presentation Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 2   Edited by: Brian McCallen   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pinecast.co

20220706 The History and Current Role of Fraternal Benefit Societies Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media   This session featured representatives of a major Omaha-based fraternal benefit society, explaining the historical and contemporary importance of these organizations.   Edited By:  John Gassman   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pinecast.co

20220706 ACBRA Program Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media   Steve Dresser (WA1RTB) demonstrated an accessible interface for the NannoVNA, a low-cost microprocessor-based device for analyzing antenna performance.   Edited By: Brian McCallen   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pinecast.co

20220706 It Takes a Village - Working Together to Prepare Students in Transition Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media   There are a lot of expectations for schools to provide all the essential academic skills to prepare for life beyond secondary education. There is often not enough funding to meet all the need. We know that technology is an integral part of our daily life. Nancy Flearl from...

20220705 Choosing Where to Live as You Age. Downsizing Part 2 Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media   This session focused on how to choose what's right for us. A conversation with a panel of ACB members who made a variety of choices about where to live as they grew older.   Co-sponsored by: AAVL and ACB Women.   Edited By: Jenine Stanley   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pineca...

20220705 Choosing Where to Live as You Age - Downsizing Part 1 Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media   How can we know when the time is right? Our panel offered expert guidance on making important decisions on where we might live as we grow older.   Co-sponsored by: AAVL and ACB Women   Edited By: Jenine Stanley   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pinecast.co

20220705 Ten Ethical Issues Lawyers Face Today Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media   **        This session was led by a law professor and an  AAVIA member and offered an expert perspective on key ethical issues facing lawyers and affecting public perceptions of the legal profession.   Edited By: Brian McCallen**   Find out more at https://acb-focus-education.pinecast.co

20220705 Perspective from an attorney from the UK Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media   Attendees heard from a Visually Impaired Attorney in the UK. Our guest talked about key experiences and observations of his training and career in the law. Through discussion with AAVIA members, it was hoped that illuminating contrasts and similarities will emerge.   Edited By:  Tony Swartz   Find out m...