Chris Nova, Kim Nova

Mystic Access Podcast

The Mystic Access Podcast features discussions on assistive technology, as well as products and services we’re excited about. We focus on empowering people who are blind or visually impaired with practical, in-depth tools to help them fully maximize their access technology—while keeping things engaging and fun.

Author

Chris Nova, Kim Nova

Category

Education

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mysticaccesspodcast.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Revisiting Chicken Nugget Accessible Twitter Client. 25.08.2013

Lots of things have been added or modified sense the first beta of Chicken Nugget was released.¬† Chicken Nugget is an accessible Twitter client.¬† In this podcast I take you through Chicken Nugget from www.q-continuum.net I also discuss autoread one of my favorite features. Download your copy of Chicken Nugget from www.q-continuum.net/chicken_nugget     The post Revisiting Chicken Nugget Accessib...

Star Wars Fan Days 2011 day 2 21.07.2013

In 2011 I go to Star Wars Fan Days in Texas.  This is day 2.  I get autographs and walk around the convention. The post Star Wars Fan Days 2011 day 2 appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Introducing SenderoMaps, More than a Map Manager Audio Tutorial 04.07.2013

SenderoMaps is a map program that allows you to virtually explore around an area.  SenderoMaps is developed by Sendero Group.  If you are running BrailleNote GPS or Sense Navigation version 2012 or greater, chances are you already have SenderoMaps. Mystic access is pleased to announce SenderoMaps, More than a Map Manager audio tutorial.  This tutorial is around 2 hours in length and will be ava...

Star Wars, A Visual Medium or not! 21.06.2013

I explore the thought of Star Wars being a visual medium.  I do this by exploring the radio dramas.  Star Wars 1981, The Empire Strikes Back 1983 and Return of the Jedi 1996.    I even go through the history of the radio dramas. For a free audio book and a 30 day trial of Audible.com, click here. The post Star Wars, A Visual Medium or not! appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Chicken Nugget, an Accessible Twitter client 12.06.2013

In this episode, I take you through Chicken Nugget, an Accessible Twitter client.  The application is currently in beta. You can download your copy from https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/17702027/Chicken%20Nugget-0.34-setup.exe The post Chicken Nugget, an Accessible Twitter client appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Start is back, an accessible application that brings the Windows 7 start menu back to Windows 8. 07.06.2013

In this episode, I demonstrate and discuss “start is back” an accessible application that brings the Windows 7 start menu stile of interface back to windows 8.  I use Window-eyes and load some programs and go into start is backs configuration.  Start is back can be found at www.startisback.com. In this episode, I demonstrate and discuss “start is back” an accessible application that brin...

Braille Smith and Braille business cards 31.05.2013

In this episode I discuss my dealings with Braille smith.¬† They create Braille business cards as well as other braille documents such as menus.   The post Braille Smith and Braille business cards appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Mystic Access: Training and Consultation from the tech doctor podcast 26.05.2013

Note, I was a guest on The Tech doctor podcast. Below is the show notes for the podcast.   In this Tech Doctor podcast, Allison and Robert speak with access technology specialist Chris Nova. Chris has recently launched a new access technology training and consultation business called Mystic Access The first product from Mystic Access is a comprehensive Sense Navigation GPS tutorial. Sense Navigati...

Introducing a comprehensive Sense Navigation Audio Tutorial by Mystic Access 07.05.2013

This is a small sample of a comprehensive tutorial currently in production.  The Sense Navigation audio tutorial will cover installing, Using the location look up dialog, routes, virtual mode and much more. It will be available for purchase May 15, 2013. The post Introducing a comprehensive Sense Navigation Audio Tutorial by Mystic Access appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Lastpass, an accessible password manager 26.04.2013

This is episode 54 of the Mystic Access podcast.  I do a short demonstration of lastpass, an accessible password manager from lastpass.com.   I show you how to use lastpass to log in to a site and also change a password using the generate password feature. The post Lastpass, an accessible password manager appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Sendero GPS V2013 10.04.2013

Mike May gave a presentation on April 08, 2013 for Accessible world.  New features and GPS running on a Windows 8 tablet. The post Sendero GPS V2013 appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

QFeed an accessible RSS Reader 31.03.2013

In this episode I demonstrate QFeed, an accessible rss reader from Q-continuum.net. The post QFeed an accessible RSS Reader appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

The my Charge Peak 6000 Rechargeable Power Bank with speech 15.03.2013

In this podcast, I use the my Charge Peak 6000 Rechargeable Power Bank with speech to charge my iPad, Note 2, U2 and Plextalk pocket. Showing how versatile this little device is. I got it from amazon.com. The next version will not have speech feedback. The post The my Charge Peak 6000 Rechargeable Power Bank with speech appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Sendero Group’s Seeing Eye GPS presentation at CSUN 2013 02.03.2013

Here is the Seeing eye GPS presentation recorded March 1, 2013 from CSUN. The post Sendero Group’s Seeing Eye GPS presentation at CSUN 2013 appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

The People finder presentation by Sendero Group at CSUN 2013 01.03.2013

This is an archive of the people finder presentation by Sendero Group and was recorded by Accessible world. People finder is an application for iOS devices that can assist two blind people in finding each other in crowded places. This is a prototype, (a proof of concept.) The post The People finder presentation by Sendero Group at CSUN 2013 appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Searching the iTunes podcast directory with QCast. 25.02.2013

In episode 51 I demonstrate how to search the iTunes directory for podcasts with QCast. The post Searching the iTunes podcast directory with QCast. appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Weekly Assistive technology podcast 22.02.2013

Posted with permission from < ahref="http://www.eastersealstech.com/category/assistive-technology-update/">Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads. Your weekly dose  of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Show Notes A11y Project Dave Rupert www.a11yproject.com » The Qube...

QCast an accessible podcatcher client. 17.02.2013

In episode 50 I demonstrate Q Cast from q-continuum.net. There are two versions, one for Windows and another for Mac. The post QCast an accessible podcatcher client. appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

FREETALK-1200 Connect Me Skype VoIP Phone Adapter 16.02.2013

In episode 49 I demonstrate how to configure the FREETALK-1200 Connect Me Skype VoIP Phone Adapter and use it to make a call to the Skype call testing service. This adapter allows you to connect a standard corded or cordless phone and use it with Skype. You do not need to have your computer on or even have skype installed. The post FREETALK-1200 Connect Me Skype VoIP Phone Adapter appeared first o...

The Qube, Accessible Twitter Client 02.02.2013

In episode 48, I demonstrate The Qube accessible twitter client. I send a tweet, switch the sound scheme and use basic navigation commands. The post The Qube, Accessible Twitter Client appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Android Accessibility Part Three 28.01.2013

Posted with permission from The TEch Doctor. In Android Accessibility Part Three, the Tech Doctor interviews four Nexus 7 users. Each person discusses their unique experiences with the device including getting started with accessibility and accessing favorite applications. Thanks Chris Nova, Ricky Enger, Pratik Patel and Allison Hartley for sharing your insights and expertise with the Tech Doctor...

iCatcher, a Podcatcher app for Ipad, iPhone and iPod touch. 17.01.2013

In episode 47 I demonstrate and discuss iCatcher. This is a podcatching app for listening to podcasts. It works on iPad iPhone and iPod devices. The post iCatcher, a Podcatcher app for Ipad, iPhone and iPod touch. appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

Android Accessibility Part Two 16.01.2013

Posted by permission from the Tech Doctor. In Android Accessibility Part two, the Tech Doctor described using the Android screen reader called TalkBack to search for, purchase, configure and begin using six popular apps. He made some comparisons with using similar apps with VoiceOver on the Apple platform. The six apps are: gmail, iBlink Radio, a Twitter client called Plume, Google Play Books, a p...

Android Accessibility Part One 16.01.2013

Posted by permission from the Tech Doctor. In this episode, the Tech Doctor begins a series on Android Accessibility. With no prior Android experience, the Tech Doctor explains how he went about purchasing, unboxing and setting up his Nexus 7 tablet. He used the Nexus 7 accessibility documentation from the google website as his guide. Along the way, he discovered an excellent podcast about the Nex...

Shiprack, a package tracker for Android and iOS. 06.01.2013

In episode 46 I demonstrate and discuss Shiprack. This is a package tracking app for both Android and iOS. I first demonstrate it on the Nexus 7 then on the iPad. The post Shiprack, a package tracker for Android and iOS. appeared first on Mystic Access Podcast .

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