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20240312 Games to Play with Lady A Originally Broadcasted March 12, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.

20240312 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted March 12, 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

20240312 Essential Oils with Hayley Originally Broadcasted March 12, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Today we took a deeper dive into lemon essential oil: where it's sourced, how the oil is extracted, its benefits, and lots of recipes. This refreshing, citrus oil is so versatile, and I would love to hear how you use it.

20240312 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted March 12, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time: Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake and Cadbury’s Cream Egg Milkshake. If cooking along, you need the following: Chocolate Strawberry Shortcakes o 1 quart (4 cups) fresh strawberries-sliced o 1/2 cup sugar o 2 cups Original Bisquick® mix o 1/3 cup unsweetened baking cocoa o 2 tablespoons sugar o 2...

20240311 Using the NLS Humanware e-Reader Originally Broadcasted March 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined LUA, along with our presenter, Anna Dresner, to learn how the NLS e-reader works.   Sponsored by Library Users of America.

20240311 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted March 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Kaila and Bel to tell the story behind their answer to the Daily question. Attendees chose one of the previous week's questions and gave us the full scoop!

20240311 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted March 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20240311 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted March 11, 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

20240309 Basics With BITS Originally Broadcasted March 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined BITS, as we got down to basics and provided a gentle helping hand to assist you in becoming more confident when using your technology. For this inaugural presentation, BITS Education Committee Chair Deborah Armstrong demonstrated how to overcome the challenges of learning to surf the web, when usin...

20240309 Doing Braille Digitally Originally Broadcasted March 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Discussing all things digital braille and braille displays.

20240308 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted March 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured Dr. Timothy Cordes, a blind psychiatrist.   Sponsored by Branco Events

20240308 Community Couch–Benefits of Membership in ACB Originally Broadcasted March 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This time, we learned about the benefits of being a member of ACB either through an affiliate or at large. Participants got a chance to hear from presidents of affiliates and as always there was time for questions.

20240308 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted March 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20240308 A Blind View Originally Broadcasted March 8, 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!

20240307 Book Match Originally Broadcasted March 7, 2024, on ACB Media 5   One of my greatest joys is connecting books with people who love them. Participants told me about their reading preferences (formats, genres, favorite authors) etc. and I'll do my best to supply book recommendations you'll love.

20240307 Vispero Presentation–Using the New NLS BARD Express with JAWS Originally Broadcasted March 7, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined us as we went through  a demonstration of the new NLS BARD Express with JAWS.   Sponsored by: Vispero

20240307 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted March 7, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Lisa Hall outlined the history of mass production of braille materials and threw light on its intricacies.   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list! Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20240306 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted March 6, 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!

20240305 Essential Oils with Hayley Part 2 Originally Broadcasted March 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Are you looking for that one thing that will start your day off on a positive note and give you momentum to carry you through your day in the right mind set, do I have a call for you? Participants learned how six steps can change your morning routine and learned about the essentials oils that will ass...

20240305 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted March 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time, sheet pan chicken fajitas. If cooking along, you need the following: 1 lb. Skinless Chicken Breast 1 Red Onion 1 Red Bell Pepper 1 Yellow Bell Pepper 3 Tbsp Fajita Seasoning 1 Tbsp Vegetable Oil 1/2 tsp Salt 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper 1 Lime (optional) 8 Flour Tortilla 2 Tbsp Fresh Cilantro (...

20240304 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted March 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Kaila and Bel to tell the story behind their answer to the Daily question. Attendees chose one of the previous week's questions and gave us the full scoop!

20240304 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted March 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20240304 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted March 4, 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

20240302 Basic iPhone Class Originally Broadcasted March 2, 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.

20240302 ACB Home, Garden, and Agriculture–Propagating Herbs Originally Broadcasted March 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5   A Master Gardener talked to us about how to start and grow various herbs.   Subscribe to our email list!