We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast

Happy 90th Birthday, Randolph-Sheppard! 🎈 Ninety years ago, a piece of legislation opened the door to the American Dream for thousands of blind entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Lauren James with the National Automated Merchandising Association joins the show to discuss national legislative issues facing the convenience services industry.

On this episode, Attorney Neel Lalchandani joins Nicky and Terry to discuss the ongoing litigation against the Department of Education, plus he provides an update on a separate legal challenge to the Department of Defense.

In this episode, Terry provides his quarterly update on all things Randolph-Sheppard. Catch all the latest news.

In this episode former RSA Commissioner Joanne Wilson shares her perspectives on Randolph-Sheppard today, discusses her time as RSA Commissioner in the Bush Administration, and talks philosophy of blindness.

In this episode, Nicky and Terry are joined by Ed Birmingham, a Chicago blind entrepreneur who recently retired after a long career. The three discuss a number of issues related to Randolph-Sheppard and current events.

In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz.

In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome 4 new friends to Nicky’s Bar &Grill to discuss all things Randolph-Sheppard.

In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite the President and President-Elect of the National Council of State Agencies for the Blind, and they also discuss current issues involving the Department of War.

In this episode, Terry and Nicky double up with a farewell interview with the Florida BEP Director, as well as The Blitz.

Say What? DOD Wants a Waiver - Nicky and Terry welcome 2 guests to discuss Secretary Hesgeth's request for a DOD waiver from the R-S priority.

In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz.

On this episode, Terry and Nicky have a drink and talk all things Randolph-Sheppard with some special guests.

In this episode, Nicky and Terry invite special guests from Tennessee to discuss legislation that threatened the priority in that state.

In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz

In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss everything going on in DC as it relates to Randolph-Sheppard. And it’s a lot

In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz

In this episode, Nicky and Terry use artificial intelligence to go back in time and interview Senator Jennings Randolph who sponsored the original Randolph-Sheppard Act in 1936. What would he think about the program today? Well, you will find out.

In this episode, Terry and Nicky talk with Washington BEP Director about Jim Hemmen about that state’s first mobile vending facility.

In this month’s episode, you’ll get all of the latest and greatest news in the world of Randolph Shepherd. It is time for the quarterly Blitz

This month Nicky and Terry welcome Stephen Shapiro, author of “Pivotal: Creating Stability in an UncertainWorld.” Learn how the planted foot helps you pivot in your business.

In this episode, Nicky and Terry welcome Matt Bisenius from NAMA’s Government Affairs Office to discuss legislative issues facing the convenience services industry.

In this episode, Nicky and Terry share all of the news that is the news when it comes to Randolph-Sheppard. Hear about the latest victories and setbacks, the Supreme Court decision that could impact blind entrepreneurs, industry trends, and more.

On this episode listeners will hear from Jimmy Newson, Founder and CEO of Moving Forward Small Business. Jimmy was one of the featured speakers at NABM’s BLAST Innovation 24 earlier this year in Orlando and received great reviews. Jimmy discusses the importance of planning for small businesses.

In this episode, Nicky and Terry discuss the new RSA guidance on initial stocks and supplies. Plus, you will hear from some high school kids participating in a unique vending training program at the Tennessee School for the Blind.