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20231104 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted November 4, 2023, on ACB Media 5 We covered filing complaints with the Department of Justice under Titles II and III of the ADA.   Sponsored by Demand Our Access Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231103 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted November 3, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231103 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted November 3, 2023, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Tim Weisberg, paranormal Radio talk show host. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231102 Awards Committee open call Originally Broadcasted November 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned about the work of ACB's Awards Committee. Questions were encouraged after the business meeting.   Sponsored by the ACB Awards Committee.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231102 Book Match Originally Broadcasted November 2, 2023, 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. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231102 Vispero Presentation-Whats New in JAWS, ZoomText and Fusion 2024 Originally Broadcasted November 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined us to learn about new features of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2024. We discussed the new Split Braille feature, Face in View, and more, plus provide tips on downloading and setting up your new software.   Sponsored by Vispero     Find out more at http...

20231102 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted November 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Judy Dixon, President, International Council on English Braille, was the guest speaker made a presentation on "Braille today and tomorrow".   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list Access Archives Email Vileen Shah Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231101 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted November 1, 2023, 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! Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231031 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted October 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but have differ in meaning and spelling. Examples: "F L E W," "F L U", and "F L U E; or "P E A C E" and "P I E C E.”" Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231031 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted October 31, 2023, 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   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231031 Essential Oils with Hayley Originally Broadcasted October 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 It's October and that's breast cancer awareness month, so we talked about this important and crucial topic and how essential oils can assist to help keep you and your lymphatic system healthy. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231031 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted October 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Herbie for another cooking adventure. This time: Mini German Pancakes If cooking along, you will need the following: ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ tsp salt ½ tsp cinnamon ⅔ cup milk 6 eggs, or 6 tablespoons applesauce 4-5 tablespoons butter Muffin Tin Mixing Bowl Spoon Oven Subscribe t...

20231030 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted October 30, 2023, 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 Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast....

20231030 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted October 30, 2023, 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! Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231027 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted October 27, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231027 A Blind View Originally Broadcasted October 27, 2023, 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, as individuals who have been blind since birth. Those who experienced sight loss later in life are encouraged to join and share their perspectives as well. The beauty of this call is that we can all learn from...

20231027 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted October 27, 2023, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Jordan Thomas, visually impaired owner of the Twisted Tomato Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231027 Entrepreneurship a Great Way to Become Employed Originally Broadcasted October 27, 2023, on ACB Media 5 As many know, Casey Mathews of WebFriendlyHelp is a tech wiz. But did you also know, he’s an entrepreneur? Participants joined Talk to Tell-It-To-The-World Marketing in the ACB community to learn why Casey feels Entrepreneurship is a terrific way to become employed.   Sponsored by Web F...

20231026 ACB Membership focus on special interest affiliates. Originally Broadcasted October 26, 2023, on ACB Media 6 This membership focus call was on the following affiliates: Friends in Art, Independent Visually impaired Entrepreneurs, Library Users of America, Randolph-Sheppard Vendors of America, and Visually impaired Veterans of America.   Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee      Find out...

20231026 Untangling Transportation-Rethinking Paratransit... How Refreshing Originally Broadcasted October 26, 2023, on ACB Media 5 In most cities and towns where Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) paratransit is provided, service hasn’t changed much since the 1990s. But the winds of change are beginning to blow. On September 15, 2023, the Administrator of the Federal Transit Administration (FT...

20231026 Vispero Presentation-Five Power Tips for Improving Document Collaboration in Word with JAWS Originally Broadcasted October 26, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Are you looking for ways to collaborate with others more efficiently in Word with JAWS? Participants joined us to learn about features such as Comments, Revisions, document sharing, and more.   Sponsored by Vispero   Find out more at https://a...

20231026 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted October 26, 2023, on ACB Media 5 This week Linda Pi brought some brail puzzles and anagrams under the title "braille fun" for I Love Braille.   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list Access Archives Email Vileen Shah Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231025 ACB Membership focus on special interest affiliates Originally Broadcasted October 25, 2023, on ACB Media 6 This membership focus call was on Blind Information Technology Specialists, Blind Pride Int., Braille Revival League, Citizens with Low Vision, International, and Guide Dog Users.   Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231025 Celebrating Hispanic heritage months Originally Broadcasted October 25, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Tacos, burritos, enchiladas, oh my! Participants joined Gabriel Lopez-Kafati, who was our guest facilitator and shared all recipes with a Hispanic twist!   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20231024 ACB Membership focus on special interest affiliates Originally Broadcasted October 24, 2023, on ACB Media 6 This membership focus call was on the following special interest affiliates: ACB Governmental employees, ACB Lions, ACB Radio amateurs, and ACB Students.   Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co