White Canes Connect

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Thomas Reid from Reid My Mind Radio. We talk about descriptive audio and the importance of the voice being culturally appropriate to the production being described. Thomas also discusses ways for blind and visually impaired people to get started in voice-over work. Show notes at  https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/038     More About Reid My Mind...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Shirell Scott about being a blind cosmetologist. She also tells us about her new business Feeling Beauty LLC and the beauty products she makes and sells. Show notes at  https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/037    Connect With Shirell Contact Shirell if you've got beauty questions, want to learn how to teach blind women beauty skills, or to order he...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Krystle Allen and Naquela Wright-Prevoe from  Eyes Like Mine  about the Miss Blind Diva Empowerment Pageant, other outreach they are doing, and resources they are providing to the blindness community. We also talked with Tia Williams from Kingston, Jamaica, about winning Miss Independent 2021 and her Caribbean Professionals LLC business. Show no...

  In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with LaToya Smith from 3S Tech & Talent. She tells us how her business has created an accessible web app that assists small businesses in creating proposals quickly to land lucrative contracts. She also tells us about the company's creation of an accessible computer game. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/035   Learn More About 3S Tec...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Pennsylvania Association of Blind Students Secretary Angelina Angelcyk. She tells us how she started singing when she was very young (she's only 16 now) and how she taught herself to play the piano. She gives out some tips on how you can do it, too. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/034   Angelina Sings YouTube Channel Make sure yo...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Richard Rieman and Chris Snyder from Imagination Videobooks. Richard founded the non-profit to fill a gap that exists for blind and visually impaired, and hearing impaired young children in the U.S. who cannot fully experience illustrated books. Chris tells us how you can get started as a narrator and gives examples of the equipment you need. Sh...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Christine Palmer and her daughters Shawne and Anayah. They tell us how the family dealt with Christine's vision loss for the past eight years. It is an inspiring Mother's Day episode. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/032   Win An AppleTV From Greater Philly Chapter The Greater Philadelphia Chapter is raffling off an AppleTV. Ticke...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Karen Rose and Simone Cooper of the Blind and Low Vision Support Group. Karen explains that services and resources for blind and visually impaired people are lacking in Philadelphia. That was her primary reason for starting the group, which meets Tuesdays at 1:00pm on Zoom. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/031   Join The Blind And...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Andy Burstein from Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind. He explains that the pharmacy caters to individual needs of the blind and not a one-size-fits-all approach. He also talks about their new partnership with WayAround. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/030   About Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind Accessible Phar...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with NFB of PA Treasurer and blind golfer Brian Mackey. He explains how blind golf is played and how he loves to play it. He also talks about being the webmaster for the affiliate website and that a fresh new design is coming soon.   Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/029   About The Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association MABGA has been...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Pam Baquero and Ron Page from the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants about the Business Enterprise Program (BEP). There are opportunities to blind and visually impaired people who are looking to run their own businesses. They also discuss the PABM and how to join. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/0278   Run Your Own Busin...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Jimmy Boehm from Kustom Cane and the You Cane Give initiative. He tells us his incredible blindness journey that included a police chase and a hail of bullets. But wait, there's more. He also tells us about using Aira while on safari in Africa. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/027   You Cane Give Initiative You Cane Give started w...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with blind speed skater Hillary McFadden and her mom Karen. Hillary tells us about her love of the sport and how she feels free when she's on the ice. She also talks about her training. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/026   More About Hillary McFadden Besides speed skating, Hillary has a small business going. She creates braille menus...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Annalee Smith and Colette Stroude about the Not My Eyes Showcase. They also talk about getting into modeling as visually impaired women.   Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/025 Not My Eyes Showcase The fashion show has 16 blind and visually impaired models participating. Not My Eyes will take place on April 9 in Valley Stream, NY a...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with NFB of PA President Lynn Heitz about the recent Leadership Seminar in State College. She also talks about National Convention in New Orleans from July 5-10. She gives several resources available to help get you to the national or State Convention.   Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/024 How To Get Invited To Leadership Seminar Step...

  In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Kim Stanley (Greater Philadelphia Chapter) and Tim McCarthy (Capital Chapter)   about Washington Seminar and the importance of self-advocacy. We also introduce a new segment on apps with Denice Brown. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/023 There's Still Time To Get Involved It is so important for us to have large showings at these...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with NFB of PA Legislative Director Emily Gindlesberger and Stacie Leap about Washington Seminar. We hear about this year's meetings, so far, and learn about the Legislative Liaisons in the affiliate. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/022 There's Still Time To Get Involved It is so important for us to have large showings at these meetin...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Deneice Hopper and Connie Scheu the founders of the new NFB of PA Seniors Group. Whether you've been blind your entire life or are new to vision loss, this group will be beneficial to you and maintaining your independence. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/021 Contact The Seniors Group The next meeting of the Seniors Group is Febru...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we have a special presentation of Blind Abilities in support of the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Students Piano Bar Fundraiser on February 16th. PABS President and Keystone Chapter Secretary Simon Bonenfant moderates the show.   Show notes at https://blindabilities.com/?p=7177 Piano Bar Fundraiser Info The piano bar is from 6PM to 9Pm on February 16th a...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with NFB Executive Director of Advocacy and Policy John Paré. John first learned of the National Federation of the Blind as a user of NFB-NEWSLINE®. That led him to positions at the chapter level, then the affiliate level, and finally to working at the National Center in Baltimore. John gives us a background on Washington Seminar and goes over the ag...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk about how to fund your assistive technology. We hear from both the borrower and lender about the process. Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter VP Cheryl Frazier gives us insight on applying for a loan through the Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation. Tracy Beck and Wendy Davis from PATF give us some background on the foundation and explain the servi...

Join us for a great conversation with Mike Patterson, president of Delaware Valley Blind Bowlers League and our own Eugenio D'Oliveira, treasurer of the Greater Philly Chapter, and league member since 2004 Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect/004 Pennsylvania Roots Did you know the league goes back to 1946 and started right here in PA? And that there are over 70 leagues nationwide? Join A L...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we speak with blind entrepreneurs Victoria Herrera and Kevin Cross. Victoria owns, and is literally hands-on operator as a certified and licensed massage therapist of Majestic Healing Hands. Kevin is the creator of the Essential Kane Keeper, the bag to store your folding white cane. We also hear from Kirk Hunger to find out how the Greater Lehigh Valley Chap...

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk to Tim McCarthy about his first NFB of PA State Convention. He also found the legislative liaison session very informative. Congratulations to Tim and Rebecca on the birth of their son on December 10. Show notes at https://www. WhiteCanesConnect.com/016

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Christine Palmer about her first NFB of PA State Convention. She tells us of how powerful the feeling was to be in a room with all of the other blind attendees. Being at the convention was proof that she can still live her life. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/015 Follow White Canes Connect Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Conne...