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20240701 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2024, 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

20240701 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20240627 I Love Braille   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20240626 Lady A Talks to Tyanne Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Tyane and learned how to put their Alexa through her paces. She can do far more than you realize.   Sponsored by: Hull Foundation and Learning Center

20240625 Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted June 25, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. Examples: "K N O W" and "N O" or "C O U N C I L" and "C O U N S E L".

20240625 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted June 25, 2024, on ACB Media 5 The Unmute Presents team was ready to resolve your tech queries or guide you to find answers yourself, across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. Sponsored by: Unmute Presents Access Unmute Presents Podcasts

20240624 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2024, 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

20240624 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20240624 In honor of Juneteenth Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated on June 19 to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Participants joined us for a time of reflection and remembrance as we explored the significance of Juneteenth and its impact on African Americans who are blind and have low vision. Are we yet fr...

20240622 Basics With BITS Originally Broadcasted June 22, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined BITS, as we get down to basics, and provide a gentle helping hand to assist you in becoming more confident when using your technology. This time, the BITS Education Committee held a panel discussion on the upcoming training sessions BITS will begin in September. The discussion covered why joining B...

Getting a Clear View with Smart Glasses, Part 2 Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are a game changer in eye wear, benefiting those who are sighted as well as those of us who are blind. Whether you joined us a few days ago for part 1, or you are just hearing about these glasses for your first time, we will be exploring these Smart Glasses and demonstrating how they can virtually assist you in your daily l...

Getting a Clear View with Smart Glasses Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are a game changer in eye wear, benefiting those who are sighted as well as those of us who are blind. Come learn how a new pair of Smart Glasses can virtually assist you in your daily life. Easy to use, affordable, and stylish, Cindy and Cheryl are ready to share all about this fabulous product and help you decide if Ray-Ban Meta...

20240621 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted June 21, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured John Gamel, FBI special agent, licensed private investigator, teacher, and reader of audio books.   Sponsored by: Branco Events

20240621 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted June 21, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20240620 I Love Braille–June Polestar Originally Broadcasted June 20, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This week Rick Andris was our polestar of June sharing his story about learning and using braille Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20240620 NVDA Basics Originally Broadcasted June 20, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This week we took a look at creating a portable copy of NVDA, as well as the add-on store, if time permits. For details for this week’s class: Click here

20240620 Vispero-A Review of PDF Navigation With JAWS Originally Broadcasted June 20, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned how to open and read PDFs in Adobe Reader, plus access them in web browsers like Chrome and Edge.   Sponsored By: Vispero

20240620 How the Word Was Passed-MCAC Book Discussion Originally Broadcasted June 20, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Multi-Cultural Affairs Committee to discuss "How the word is passed: a reckoning with the history of slavery across America" DB103908 by Clint Smith. The author tours the monuments and landmarks that tell the story of slavery's central role in shaping America...

20240619 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted June 19, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: from blenders to Instant Pots and everything in between! Attendees brought their questions, tips, resources, recipes and accessible appliance recommendations!

20240618 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted June 18, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time: JC talked to us about his experience making Chocolate Chip cookies. If cooking along, you need the following: 1 cup salted butter softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup light brown sugar packed 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 large eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 tea...

20240618 Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted June 18, 2024, on ACB Media 5     Participants joined us as we began a brand-new game of "Homophone Bee."

20240617 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted June 17, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20240617 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted June 17, 2024, 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

20240615 Basic iPhone Class Originally Broadcasted June 15, 2024, 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.

20240615 Blindness prematurity call Originally Broadcasted June 15, 2024, on ACB Media 5 For those born earlier than their due date due to RLF or now ROP.