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20240614 Community Couch–Convention Tips and Tricks Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2024, on ACB Media 6   Since convention is fast approaching, we shared tips and tricks on how to get the most out of the virtual and hybrid convention. Participants brought their questions and any tips they had for our convention survival kits.

20240614 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20240614 A Blind View Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Bel for an opportunity to discuss a range of topics on how we relate to the world around us, blind and low vision alike. Remember, your view matters!

20240614 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured former New York Congressman John Leboutillier, no-Trump Republican   Sponsored by: Branco Events

20240614 Learning Blind Tech with Desiree Renae Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This week, we looked at the Zoom H1 Essential recorder and how Desiree uses it to record her karaoke tracks.

20240614 Pathways with Patty Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Bridging the great chasm which separates the Disabled from the non-disabled. What can we as persons who are blind do to complete this mission? What types of information building blocks do you need to build such bridges in your life? This week, by request, we talked about social media. Call included a Demo on quick...

20240613 ACB Membership Focus call on Accessing the ACB convention-Part 2 Originally Broadcasted June 13, 2024, on ACB Media 6   This month's “Membership focus” topic was the 2nd one on “Accessing the ACB conference and convention”. Janet Dickelman gave tips on registering for the upcoming conference and convention, giving important dates to remember, and talking about more of the events at the co...

20240613 Vispero–What Is New in the May Updates of JAWS, ZoomText and Fusion Originally Broadcasted June 13, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined us to learn about new features and enhancements in the May JAWS, ZoomText and Fusion 2024 update and see some of them in action. These included new functionality in picture smart AI in JAWS, single desktop mode for multiple monitors in ZoomText and...

20240613 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted June 13, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This week, participants asked and answered braille-related questions in this interactive session.   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20240612 BITS Apple WWDC Keynote Wrap-Up Originally Broadcasted June 12, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined BITS and presenter Jeff Bishop for a wrap-up of everything announced at Monday’s big Apple WWDC Keynote Presentation. Get the scoop on the new iOS 18, and all the features expected to debut when the latest version is released this fall.   Sponsored by: Blind Information Technology Sp...

20240612 Recipe Swap–Father Knows Best Originally Broadcasted June 12, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This is not just a TV show from the 1950s, but the theme for our next recipe swap! Please bring your dads‘ favorite thing to cook or his favorite recipe to share with us. If you don’t have a recipe, just come to say hello!

20240612 Tuning Up Your Tunes Originally Broadcasted June 12, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This week's Tuning Up Your Tunes focused on the psychology of singing and keeping your voice healthy. We also had time for Q&A. Participants joined Lisa Brooks and Gudrun Brunot for our final singing lesson as we will be taking a break after this episode.   Sponsored by: Gudrun Brunot

20240611 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted June 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. Examples: "W E A K" and "W E E K" or "S U N D A E" and "S U N D A Y".

20240611 Games to Play with Lady A Originally Broadcasted June 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.

20240611 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted June 11, 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

20240611 Essential Oils with Hayley Originally Broadcasted June 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Hayley and a special mystery guest to talk all about essential oil resources. Whether you prefer to get information through in books, apps, social media, or some other way, we’ll share a little about where we like to go for valuable essential information.

20240611 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted June 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This time: Special Guest Patty Fletcher. You know her from calls like Free to be Me, and she has guest starred before, and now she is back and is cooking us something live from her kitchen. I did not have a recipe at the time, but it will be posted to the cooks list once I do.   Subscribe to the ACB Co...

20240610 Bookability Originally Broadcasted June 10, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Meka and other bookish friends of the community as we answered fun questions, gave lots of book recommendations, and extended your book list to infinity and beyond. Please also join the announce-only Bookability list by sending a blank email to bookability+subscribe@groups.io

20240610 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted June 10, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20240610 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted June 10, 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

20240610 LUA Link Originally Broadcasted June 10, 2024, on ACB Media 6   Participants joined Library Users of America for an exciting and informative discussion about the NLS Zoomax e-reader.   Sponsored by: Library Users of America

20240608 Basics With BITS–File Management Originally Broadcasted June 8, 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, Debee Armstrong showed us how to master file management in Windows. Learn what to do when you have been told to “drag and drop,” and many...

20240608 Handy Around the House Originally Broadcasted June 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Need a few tips on installing a smoke detector, fixing an electrical outlet, dealing with that pesky squeaky door or other things around the house? This call’s for you. Participants joined me and other handy folks from around the ACB Community as we shared tips and tricks for tackling those DIY projects. Being ab...

20240607 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted June 7, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20240606 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted June 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This week, David Goldfield spoke about the contribution made by Blazie Technology to promoting braille-related products.   Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list Access Archives Email Vileen Shah