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Yoga With Aly – Virtual and Totally Audio Described

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2024/08/07

Podcast Summary: Joining Jeff in the Blind Abilities Studio is Aly Slaughter. Aly is a legally blind yoga teacher who believes that yoga is for all people of all abilities and in all bodies. Aly offers accessible practices by using detailed verbal descriptions and suggesting various options, encouraging you to listen to and trust yourself […]

Urban Xplorer Cane: A New Era in Mobility with...

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2024/07/30

Podcast Summary: In this episode of Blind Abilities, hosts Pete Lane and Jeff Thompson are joined by Sedona Dave and Bari Azman from AWarewolfGear to introduce the latest innovation in cane design, the Urban Xplorer Cane. They delve into the features and benefits of this new product, designed for enhanced urban navigation and all-terrain versatility. The conversation also touches […]

Welcome to SSB!

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2024/07/26

Podcast Summary: Full Transcript In this episode, Peer Ambassadors, Amy and Maddy, introduce themselves and share their personal journeys, detailing how they became connected with State Services for the Blind (SSB). They discuss the support and guidance they received from SSB counselors, including the benefits of having counselors attend IEP meetings. The episode explores various […]

Unleash your Freedom with New AI Features from...

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2024/07/25

Podcast Summary: Join Blind Abilities podcast host Simon Bonenfant, live from the 2024 NFB National Convention in Orlando Florida, as he chats with Jeff Bazer, Regional Director of Sales at Vispero, about their current product offerings, as well as many exciting AI enhancements to the Jaws screen reader. One of the most notable updates in […]

Wellness Wednesday: Challenging “Normal”: Embracing...

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2024/07/24

Podcast Summary: In Episode 38 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, dive into the concept of “normal.” They explore questions such as: What does “normal” mean? Who defines it, and for whose benefit? Isn’t it our differences that make us unique? Join Beth and Robin as they critically examine […]

Internships are Making a Difference for These Four...

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2024/07/17

Full Transcript Podcast Summary: In this focus on student Internships, State Services for the Blind’s Transition Work Opportunities Navigator, Randi Lasher, gives us an overview of student internships and how SSB works with the students to assist them in achieving their career goals. Listen in as Joshua, Qi, Jackson, and Josh share their experiences of […]

Wellness Wednesday: Navigating Therapy—Finding the...

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2024/07/11

Podcast Summary: In Episode 37 of Wellness Wednesday, join hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, as they delve into the essential steps for finding a good therapist. Discover what to look for in a therapist’s style, how to navigate insurance versus private pay options, and most importantly, how to recognize when therapy […]

Unlocking Potential: The Summer Transition Program...

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2024/06/30

Podcast Summary: Full Transcript The Students of the Summer Transition Program (STP), toured State Services for the Blind (SSB), which provides resources and training in independent living skills, job readiness, orientation & mobility, and college preparation for blind, visually impaired, and deaf-blind students. During this tour, students engage in activities like job shadowing, mock interviews, employment […]

Paul Martz: Science fiction author and technology...

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2024/06/27

Podcast Summary: In the futuristic world of digital landscapes and interstellar travel, Paul Martz stands as a beacon of innovation and creativity. An award-winning blind science fiction author, technology blogger for Applevis, and former punk rock drummer, Paul thrives on embracing challenges and pushing boundaries. Despite his visual impairment, Paul has ventured into the uncharted territories […]

Wellness Wednesday: Conflict Resolution – When to...

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2024/06/26

Podcast Summary: In episode 36 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, delve into the dynamics of arguments and effective communication during conflicts. They share insights on recognizing the signs that indicate it’s time to step back from a heated discussion. Join Beth and Robin as they offer practical advice […]

Wellness Wednesday: The Loneliness of Inaccessibility...

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2024/06/12

Podcast Summary: In this 35th episode of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explore how group settings like college classes, meetings, and PowerPoint presentations can often be inaccessible. They discuss how this inaccessibility can make it hard for people to access information and participate in discussions, leading to feelings of […]

SSB Opportunities: Golf Event for Blind and Visually...

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2024/06/05

Podcast Summary: Full Transcript Shane DeSantis joins Jeff Thompson in the Blind Abilities Studio to announce the June 17th Golf Event for students with State services for the Blind. When Monday June 17 from 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon Where Oak Marsh Golf Course526 Inwood Ave NorthOakdale, MN Who SSB students and students 8 and up. What […]

Gina Martin’s Journey Toward Founding Diverse...

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2024/06/03

Podcast Summary: Join us on Blind Abilities as we talk with Gina Martin, founder of Diverse Abilities. Diagnosed with Progressive Cone Dystrophy in 1992, Gina’s journey to embrace her blindness began in 2015. After an intensive 9-month rehabilitation at the Louisiana Center for the Blind, Gina transformed her life and career, focusing on disability awareness […]

Wellness Wednesday: Finding Your True Self: Embracing...

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2024/05/29

Podcast Summary: In this 34th episode of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explore the concept of self-identity and the impact of external influences on our personal definitions of who we are. Join Beth and Robin as they guide you through the process of embracing your authentic self and understanding […]