Change Makers: A Podcast from APH

On this episode of Change Makers, enjoy hearing roving interviews from the 2024 Abacus Bee. Held in Louisville, Ky. students from across the country came to demonstrate their math skills on the abacus. After that, hear from APH's Erin Sigmund about the next Connect the Dots, powered by PNC Foundation event. On this Podcast (In order of appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Man...

On this episode of Change Makers, we’re checking in on the Dot Experience. We’ll get an update on the latest in the process, learn about the prototyping groups, and the important feedback they’re providing, and hear the thought process that goes into making everything in the museum touchable. After that, learn about the influencer campaign and learn about the most recent Connect the Dots, powered...

On this episode during Black History Month, we’re examining how diseases commonly found among African Americans can impact eyes. After that, hear feedback about the recent monarch teacher and professional training. On this podcast (In order of appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Joern Soltau, M.D., UofL Physician – Eye Specialist Leslie Weilbacher, APH Outreach Regional S...

On this episode of Change Makers we are talking about the upcoming Abacus Bee. Held in March, this event will host the best and brightest abacus students right here in Louisville, Kentucky. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Jennifer Brooks, APH Outreach Specialist – NorthCentral Region  Additional Links Abacus Bee 2024 About APH Abacus Bee C...

On this episode of Change Makers, learn more about the Hive’s newest course on the topic of reading, designed for educators but also helpful for caregivers. The course was developed through a partnership with the state of Ohio and offers one of a kind learning with access to unique, accessible, resources. After that, hear about our recent event that announced a grant from PNC Foundation that will...

On this episode, hear from APH leaders about the past 12 months, and what’s ahead for the next few months. On This Episode (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Craig Meador, Ed. D., APH President. Anne Durham, APH Vice President, Chief Officer Innovation and Strategy Paul Schroeder, APH Vice President, Impact and Outreach  Additional Links The Braille Metamorp...

On this episode, we’re learning about what it takes to prepare for a guide dog. On episode 61, Canes vs. Guide Dogs, we learned how guide dogs are trained, now we’re going to hear from someone expecting a guide dog detail the process. After that, hear cool gift ideas for the upcoming holidays. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Leslie Weilbac...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are learning more about aging loved ones, mainly loved ones with declining vision. Learn what resources are available and how you can help your loved ones this holiday season On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) Kathryn Frederick, Digital Content Manager VisionAware, APH ConnectCenter Lori Scharff, APH ConnectCenter Pris Rogers, Special Advisor, Aging and V...

On this episode of Change Makers, we're talking about blindness etiquette with both canes and dogs.  Hear from two cane users, and two guide dog users, as they detail their experiences, and share some basic etiquette tips for the general public. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Joe Hodge, APH Lead Technical Quality Assurance Analyst, T...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are recapping our 155th Annual Meeting. Held October 4–6 at the Hyatt Regency Louisville in Downtown Louisville, Ex Officio Trustees (EOT) , EOT Census Assistants, Online Ordering Assistants, and other attendees came together to share news, ideas and inspiration. Have a listen as I talk to attendees, learn all about InSights Art and some of their artists. I als...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are talking to the one and only producer and consultant, Joe Stretchy. He’s making changes in how individuals who are blind and low vision are portrayed in movies and media. He is a man of many talents and he is here to talk about his childhood, various jobs and how he became the go-to man in the industry. On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara...

On this episode of Change Makers, learn more about the upcoming InSights Art competition. Held during APH’s Annual Meeting, hear more about the contest and from an artist who will have a piece on display. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manger Meg Outland, APH Visitor Services, InSights Art Coordinator  Sugandha Gupta, InSights Artist Additional L...

On this episode of Change Makers, learn about the 2023 Coding Symposium that will be held this December. Hear what you can expect for this year’s event, how educators are preparing for the symposium, and what APH products help encourage the learning of coding. On This Episode (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Jeff Schwartz, APH Director of Regional Training...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are doing a mid-year update on the Monarch. Hear where it is in the pipeline, and what’s next. We check in with the eBRF process, and what's instore in the coming months. After that, hear about an organization whose goal is to get technology into the hands of children in rural areas around the country. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara...

On this Change Makers episode, I’m talking to Mike May. He’s well-known throughout the field of blindness, he’s quite the athlete, as he has set Paralympic records, and holds a world-record. He’s also a business executive, and considered the "Godfather of Indoor Navigation," and APH's Navigation Technology Advisor.  On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH P...

On this episode, we’re celebrating the ConnectCenter’s five year anniversary. We’re going to learn about some big changes coming to the ConnectCenter and how those changes will enhance the services provided. On This Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Olaya Landa-Vialard, APH ConnectCenter Director Richard Rueda, APH ConnectCenter Assistant Director A...

On this episode of Change Makers, we're spotlighting APH Services. On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) Jack Fox, APH Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Leanne Grillot, APH Senior Director- Outreach Services Jeff Schwartz , APH Director of Regional Training and Outreach Cindy Amback, APH Census Data and Information Liaison Amy Campbell, APH Learning Management System Direct...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are learning more about the Monarch. APH's Anne Durham and Greg Stilson, and Humanware's Andrew Flatres talk about the Monarch's recent reception at CSUN, the technology that operates the Monarch, and what is next. Podcast Guests (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Anne Durham, APH Vice President, Strategy and Innova...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are talking to the Talking Book Narrators. Learn about the history of Talking Books, and hear from two well-known Narrators. On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Maggie Davis, APH Studio Director Micheal Hudson, APH Museum Director Jack Fox, APH Narrator Jill Fox, APH Narrator Additional Links Smith and Other Events...

On this episode of Change Makers, we’re heading to Washington, D.C. to hear the latest news from Capitol Hill, more about APH’s recent testimony before the Labor, Health and Human Services, Appropriations subcommittee, and what you can do to stay involved and make a difference. On this episode (in order of appearance) Narrator Sara Brown , APH Public Relations Manager Paul Schroeder , APH Vice Pre...

On this episode of Change Makers, we continue to celebrate women who are making waves in the blind and low vision field. On this episode (In Order of Apperance) Narrator Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Rebecca Rosenberg,  Founder & CEO, ReBokeh  Julie Hapeman,  Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist  Additional Links: ReBokeh ReBokeh app ReBokeh Instagram ReBokeh Facebook Readi...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are celebrating Women’s History Month, by talking to some women who are making history of their own. We’ll hear from two trailblazers, and then hear from LEGO Foundation representatives about their Braille Bricks at Council for Exceptional Children convention that was recently held in Louisville, KY.  In this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Pub...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are celebrating Black History Month. Hear from Monique Coleman about her childhood, college life, and her journey to become a TVI and President of Vistas Education Partners. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Monique Coleman, TVI and President of Vistas Education Partners Additional Links   Vistas Education Partner...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are celebrating Black History Month. Hear from Anil Lewis about his childhood, challenges, victories and how he became Executive Director of Blindness Initiatives for the National Federation of the Blind. After that, we’ll hear what’s new with LEGO Braille Bricks. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown , APH Public Relations Manager Anil Lewis, Exe...

We're celebrating Braille Literacy Month and taking a look back at how braille came to be. We will also hear more from Anne Durham and Greg Stilson as they continue their discussion about the Monarch.  After that, we will hear from someone who got the chance to try out the Monarch. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations Manager Micheal Hudson, APH Museum Dir...