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20250411 A Blind View Originally Broadcasted April 11, 2025, on ACB Media 5   The topic discussed was technology, friend or foe, or somewhere in between. When it comes to learning tech, are you filled with excitement or anxiety? Does learning tech come naturally for you or is it a hurdle to overcome? Where are you on the learning tech spectrum? Remember, your view matters!   Find out more at https...

20250411 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted April 11, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured a tribute to Easter and Passover   Sponsored by: Branco Events   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250410 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5   There was an interactive discussion, in which participants asked and answered braille-related questions and learned from each other.   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email the Facilitator   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250410 What Does It Take to Be a Leader Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2025, on ACB Media 6   Regardless of the leadership role in question, there are qualities successful leader’s exhibit. Participants joined us to flesh out what qualities we need, and may need to refine, as we fulfill, or take on, leadership roles.   Sponsored by: Berl Colley Leadership Training Committee   Find out more at...

20250410 Beginning Your Voiceover Voyage - Lets Focus Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Bel and Rick as they concluded their exploration of the Phone app and took a close look at the Focus feature in iOS. They discussed the benefits of Focus modes and how to customize them.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250410 What Ya Lookin at with Your Meta Smart Glasses Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Whether you’ve had your Ray-Bans for  while or are new to the party, participants shared what they have discovered with their Meta Smart Glasses. This is a time for us to learn from one another. So, attendees brought their tips, tricks, and questions too.   Find out more at https://acb-c...

20250410 Vispero Presentation - Manage Windows 11 notifications with JAWS Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined us to learn how to access and manage notifications in Windows 11 with JAWS.   Sponsored by: Vispero     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250409 Office space the ACB link edition: Map the app Originally Broadcasted April 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5   It was time for part 2 of our dive into the ACB link app. So much to experience, so much to listen to too! We couldn't cover it all in one call. You really don't want to miss out on what we cover next.   Sponsored by: ViperTech Training   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250409 Recipe Swap Originally Broadcasted April 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5   We dove into international dishes—those restaurant favorites that leave you wondering what makes them so good! Bring a recipe or just stop by to say Hi.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250408 Empowering Blind or Visually Impaired Professionals Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants discovered the wealth of complimentary programs and services offered by Blind Professionals Network (BPN), designed specifically for blind and visually impaired individuals. Founder and Executive Director, Victoria Hillard, and the BPN team presented an overview of their...

20250408 Homophones with Mary Haupt Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This week, participants learned about "C H U T E" and "S H O O T", "I N" and "I N N", "C E L L" and "S E L L."   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250408 Games to Play with Lady A! Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250408 Tame Your Tasks with Todoist: A Beginner’s Guide Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants discovered how Todoist can help you stay organized, on track, and stress-free. In this session, we explored how to create tasks, set reminders, and manage your to-dos using accessible tools available on your computer or smartphone. Find out more at https://acb-community.pin...

20250408 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This time: Malted Milk Ball Muffins presented by Heidi. If you cook along, you need the following: 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour 1 cup coarsely crushed malted milk balls 1/2 cup of sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 large egg-beaten 3/4 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 6...

20250407 Sports Round Table Originally Broadcasted April 7, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250405 Basic iPhone class Originally Broadcasted April 5, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, participants joined us with their questions and problems. We try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250405 Blindness Prematurity Call Originally Broadcasted April 5, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Did being small have an effect on you??   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250405 Community Unmuted Originally Broadcasted April 5, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This episode, we answered your tech questions!   Sponsored by: Club Unmute Access Unmute Presents Podcasts   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250404 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2025, 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

20250404 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured Dennis Brady, federal income taxes and tax laws   Sponsored by: Branco Events     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250403 Audio Description, Poetry, and more! Originally Broadcasted April 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Malissa Hudson as she welcomed Inger Tudor—audio description narrator, voiceover actor, and poet. In celebration of our 5th anniversary, Inger read a poem on community. Be inspired! Sponsored by: High Priest Productions     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250403 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted April 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Poet Susan Glass joined us to discuss the significance of using braille in writing poetry and other literary works. She also shared some of her own poems.   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250402 Harambee-Telling Our Stories, Changing the Narrative Originally Broadcasted April 2, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined this empowering gathering on storytelling, publishing, and advocacy featuring African American voices from the blind and disability community.     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250402 Office Space Originally Broadcasted April 2, 2025, on ACB Media 5   This week, Office Space jumped out of the PC realm and into the world of portable devices to explore the ACB Link app on iPhone—a gateway to media, live content, and more!   Sponsored by: ViperTech Training   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20250402 Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen Originally Broadcasted April 2, 2025, on ACB Media 5   Cooking with vision loss can be challenging but it can also be very rewarding. Participants joined the conversation with Chef Debra, the Executive Chef and Founder of the Blind Kitchen, to learn about and share adaptive cooking tools and strategies for cooking safely, confidently, and in...