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Do you find your self-confused about home runs, slam dunks, goals, and touchdowns? If so, Join Herbie and Belinda as they explain the different sports including how they are played, how they are scored, championships, and more! There was time for your questions. We also invite major sports fans to contribute as well! This week, we continued our discussion of baseball. Listeners joined us and learn...

Making Southwest chicken casserole. Ingredients: • 1 cup uncooked rice • 1 can chicken broth • 1 package Mexican seasoning • 1 onion, chopped • 1 can black beans • 1 bag frozen corn • 1 jar salsa • 2 cups chicken • 2 cups shredded cheese Access the ingredients list by calling 662-443-2664. Join the ACB Cooks email list. Contact ACB Cooks via email.

Have you ever wondered about the state of Braille around the world? Listeners heard from an exceptional panel of Braille experts discussing the use, production, and distribution of Braille in various regions of the world; its status; and where it might be headed. Sponsored by ACB International Relations Committee and Braille Revival League

Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

Latest Updates on Voting, Resolutions, and Amendments Procedures for this year’s ACB Convention Since we will be holding this year’s conference and convention in hybrid mode,  the Voting Task Force will join Terry with the latest details on deadline dates and other updated news to discuss and explain the plans for elections, how we will have our say as to how our organization’s important documents...

Listeners joined Penny Forward and ACB Next Generation for this month’s event. Do you have trouble keeping your budget when the seasons change? Do you find that you spend more in the summer when the weather is hot? Or do expenses pile up during the winter holidays? We talked about how our finances change with the seasons and what we can do about it. Sponsored by ACB Next Generation and Penny Forwa...

A look at functionally working with low vision. Sponsored by Vispero

Each month, we untangle your most vexing transportation challenges, and this month’s conversation was an exciting one for any blind/low vision parent or guardian of children who need to be dropped off or noticed your way to or from work or somewhere else. Mike Greenwood is the Chief Operating Officer for Access Services in Los Angeles, CA, and late last year, Access Services launched a pilot progr...

Michael and Marty answered your iPhone, Android, and tablet-related questions. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center

Do you know the muffin man, the muffin man, the muffin man, who lives on community lane? Even if you don’t know the muffin man, listeners came to our recipe swap and shared their favorite muffin recipe.

Listeners discussed ways of working for people who need not to be tied down to a schedule or in-person working. Energy, stamina, and health issues were also addressed. Listeners Brought their questions.

Every Spring, ACB and its affiliates get excited about one of the biggest fundraisers of the year, the Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk. Who is Brenda Dillon? What did she do for ACB? How did she be effective in our organization? Why is the annual ACB Walk named after her? Listeners joined ACB Next Generation and the ACB Walk Committee to learn more about Brenda Dillon; her contributions to ACB; and th...

Listeners were among the first to find out what to expect at this year’s ACB’s 61st National Convention and CCLVI’s 44th Annual Conference. Janet Dickelman, ACB National Convention Coordinator, joined us with lots of details about our first hybrid convention and all it has to offer. Terry Pacheco also added some of the highlights that listeners can look forward to in CCLVI. Sponsored by Council of...

Something’s brewing! There are many ways to brew quality coffee in your own home. Cold brew, drip, pour-over, French press, Turkish, and more. Listeners compared and evaluated the notes of coffee to that of evaluating fine wines and craft beers. Class notes are available here.

Despite having talking calculators, computers, and smartphones, some of us like to go back to the basics. Listeners joined Lucy to learn about using the abacus.

Jewel discussed an area of independent living. This week, we discussed eating and drinking techniques for the blind and low vision, including when there are other disabilities involved. Listeners came with their tips and recommendations! Contact Jewel via email.

Making tofu scramble with hash browns. Items needed: • 1 tablespoon butter or butter substitute • 1 200g carton silken tofu • 2 teaspoons salt • 2 teaspoons pepper • 2 teaspoons seasonings of your choice (such as garlic powder, chives, onion powder, etc.) • Potatoes • Oil • two pans • cutting board • paring knife • measuring spoons Access the ingredients list via phone by calling 662-443-2664. Sub...

Episode Notes Lively Latin: A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D

Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, listeners joined us with their questions and problems. We try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.

Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

Cooking Without Looking TV Show host, Annette Watkins, showed how we can continue cooking delicious food even while going through a kitchen remodel. Sponsored by Cooking Without Looking TV Show and Podcast

Listeners learned how running meetings efficiently can increase productivity for your affiliate or chapter. Lee Nasehi, from Vision Serve Alliance, shared tips for getting things done during meetings using the L-10 meeting format.

Listeners learned how to add and remove voices in JAWS. Sponsored by Vispero

Participants asked and discussed braille-related questions. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

Listeners came and talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Listeners shared their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes.