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20240203 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted February 3, 2024, on ACB Media 5   We covered Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act, covering employment of people with disabilities.   Sponsored by Demand Our Access

20240203 Handy Around the House Originally Broadcasted February 3, 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. Bein...

20240202 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted February 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20240202 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted February 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured Janet Labreck, Canadian disability advocate.   Sponsored by Branco Events

20240201 Everything I need to know about applying for and receiving an ACB scholarship. Originally Broadcasted February 1, 2024, on ACB Media 6   Are you a college student or thinking about returning to school, and are wondering how you'll pay for it? Are you an affiliate president who has a member thinking about doing so? Participants learned all about how to apply and how to receive an ACB schol...

20240201 Vispero Presentation–Forms Mode Explained Originally Broadcasted February 1, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Forms Mode is used to enter information in form fields on a web page. In this training, we discussed the different types of form fields, showed participants how to change Forms Mode settings to meet their needs, and provided keyboard commands to help you navigate more efficiently. Sponsored b...

20240131 Recipe swap Gets Electric Originally Broadcasted January 31, 2024, on ACB Media 5   The recipe swap and its electric calls once again teamed up for a winning combination call! Participants brought their favorite recipes using small kitchen electrics.

20240130 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted January 30, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Mary Haupt as we began a brand-new game, "Homophone Bee."

20240130 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted January 30, 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

20240130 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted January 30, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time: Brownie Cookies If cooking along, you need the following: 1-1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup cocoa 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 stick butter – softened. 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped nuts. 1/2 cup shortening 2 mixing bowls Electric Mixer 9...

20240129 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted January 29, 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!

20240129 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted January 29, 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

20240129 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted January 29, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20240128 ACB Membership Focus Call–How Your Affiliate Can Handle Social Media Originally Broadcasted January 28, 2024, on ACB Media 6   Is your affiliate wanting to know how to have more social media to help you grow? Participants joined us and asked questions.   Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee

20240126     Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted January 26, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20240126 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted January 26, 2024, on ACB Media 5   This episode featured Morgan White, New England broadcaster.   Sponsored by Branco Events

20240126 Learn Blind Tech with Desiree Renae Originally Broadcasted January 26, 2024, on ACB Media 5   We continued with audacity showing recording importing and exporting audio.

20240125 Vispero Presentation–Share Calendars in Outlook with JAWS Originally Broadcasted January 25, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants learned how to share their Outlook calendar with JAWS plus view calendars that are shared with you.   Sponsored by Vispero

20240125 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted January 25, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Jane Carona shared some secrets of braille puzzles and gave some puzzles to solve.   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20240124 Computer defrauding and general security safety. Originally Broadcasted January 24, 2024, on ACB Media 5   In this call, participants learned how to recognize computer frauds when receiving emails and tips that will keep you safe while doing things online.   Sponsored by: New York Citizens with Low Vision

20240124 Recipe swap–Cakes, Cakes, and More Cakes Originally Broadcasted January 24, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Let us eat cake! Participants joined us and brought their favorite cake or cupcake recipe to our next call. It was just before Sheila‘s birthday so makes sure you pick out a good one for her!

20240123 Meet the Author Originally Broadcasted January 23, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Arizona Council of The Blind for this exciting interview with Barbara Hinske. Author of the Guiding Emily series. Since the last time we spoke with her the book has been made into a Hallmark movie. She talked to us about the journey from paper to screen.   Sponsored by Arizona Council of the...

20240123 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted January 23, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. Examples: "H I G H E R" and "H I R E" or "D E W", "D O", and "D U E".

20240123 Games to Play with Lady A Originally Broadcasted January 23, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.

20240123 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted January 23, 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