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Curiosity Opens the Door: Louie McGee’s Journey from...

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2026/03/27

Podcast Summary: What does it take to step beyond comfort and truly build independence? In this episode of Blind Abilities, Louie McGee shares his journey from Minnesota to law school in Chicago, proving that curiosity—not perfection—is the real key to success. Born with Stargardt’s, Louie doesn’t just adapt—he explores. From completing a triathlon and rafting […]

16:41

Aira Goes Wearable Again: Unlocking Freedom with Meta...

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2026/03/23

Podcast Summary: Aira is stepping into a new era of accessibility with hands-free support through Meta smart glasses, and Jenine Stanley joins Jeff Thompson to break it all down. With the latest update to the Aira Explorer app, users can now connect directly to Meta glasses and access visual interpreting services with a simple voice […]

12:32

New Language, New Opportunities: Unlocking...

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2026/03/20

Podcast Summary: What if learning English could open the door to independence, education, and meaningful work? In this episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff Thompson sits down with English Language Learning specialist Abbi Mayland from State Services for the Blind of Minnesota. Abbi shares how she helps students who are blind, DeafBlind, or low vision — […]

28:50

Wellness Wednesday: Self-Esteem vs. Self-Confidence —...

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2026/03/11

Podcast Summary: What’s the difference between self-esteem and self-confidence—and why does something as simple as a pair of shoes sometimes spark the conversation? In this Wellness Wednesday episode, Beth, Robin, and Jeff explore how the way we present ourselves can shape how we feel on the inside. From compliments and comments to personal style choices, […]

16:13

Riding the Future: Inside Tesla, Waymo, and...

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2026/03/08

Podcast Summary: In this episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff welcomes Kevin Chao, an early adopter who has taken more than 60 rides in autonomous vehicles across San Francisco and Austin. Kevin shares his firsthand experiences riding in Tesla RoboTaxis, Waymo vehicles, and Amazon’s new Zoox autonomous vehicle—built from the ground up with no steering wheel […]

25:51

Honor Judy, Protect 504: Why Awareness and Advocacy...

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2026/03/07

Podcast summary: What happens when the foundation of disability rights is challenged? In this powerful conversation, Jeff Thompson welcomes back disability advocate and Villanova graduate Kaleigh Brendle to talk about the growing legal challenge to Section 504—one of the most important civil rights protections for people with disabilities. Kaleigh explains how recent lawsuits could weaken […]

12:49

Blind Abilities – The Musical: More Than One Way To...

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2026/03/01

Podcast Summary: In Episode 4 of Blind Abilities – The Musical, Lori, Christina, Pete, and Jeff explore the strength and diversity found within the blind and low vision community by highlighting two major national organizations serving people who are blind or visually impaired. Inspired by the spirit of Thomas Paine’s Revolutionary War pamphlets—written to encourage […]

53:39

More Than a Diagnosis: Seeing Hope with Dr. Suleiman...

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2026/02/27

Podcast Summary: In this episode, Jeff travels to the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington to meet CEO Caren Forsten and Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, the organization’s low vision clinical director—and the conversation leaves him feeling something that can be hard to come by after years of appointments: real hope. Dr. Alibhai isn’t focused only […]

12:13

From Classroom to Career — Josh Subhan’s Internship...

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2026/02/24

Podcast Summary: Josh Subhan shares a real-world look at how internships can open doors from college to career. As a University of Minnesota grad who is turning his internship at Metro Transit into a full-time job, Josh breaks down what internships are, when to start applying, and how the process actually works. He walks through finding […]

21:04

Fear Less – Do More! Envision Blind Sports Is Here!

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2026/02/22

Podcast Summary: Envision Blind Sports is expanding to Minnesota—and that means more chances for blind and low vision youth to move, compete, and discover what they’re capable of. In this episode, Jeff talks with Minnesota Regional Manager Ricky Ties and Program Director Jillian Stringfellow about how adaptive sports build confidence, independence, and real community. From wrestling, […]

21:44

Wellness Wednesday: How are You? I’m Fine....

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2026/02/19

Podcast Summary: In this Wellness Wednesday conversation, Beth Gustin, Robin Ennis, and Jeff Thompson slow things down to ask a deceptively simple question: what does “I’m fine” really mean? From aging and identity shifts to vision loss, assisted living, and feeling quietly pushed to the sidelines, the group digs into the unspoken grief that can […]

33:15

Blind Abilities – The Musical: From K–12 to College...

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2026/02/17

Podcast Summary: Episode Three of Blind Abilities – The Musical explores what it really means to find your voice as you move from K–12 into college and on toward a career. The three acts set the theme, but the heart of the episode lives in the conversation—real stories about IEPs, learning to speak up in […]

1:10:07

College Readiness Workshop: Mastering Time Management

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2026/02/16

Podcast Summary: If you’re a blind or low-vision high school student heading to college, this College Readiness Workshop from State Services for the Blind of Minnesota breaks time management into a simple system you can actually use. Tou Yang and the SSB transition team talk with students about setting clear goals, knowing your “why” (motivation), […]

30:56

From Gestures to Jobs: Learning Assistive Tech That...

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2026/02/05

Learning assistive technology isn’t just about memorizing shortcuts—it’s about building skills that open doors to school, work, and everyday life. In this episode, Cheryl McIntosh and Sree Roy share how mastering screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver can turn frustration into confidence. They break down why fundamentals matter, how learning why something works makes […]

40:25

Blind Abilities – The Musical: O&M and the Scarlet...

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2026/01/31

Blind Abilities – The Musical: O&M and the Scarlet Letter B explores the deeply personal moment when a white cane shifts from symbol to tool, from stigma to freedom. Through music, storytelling, and candid conversation, the episode traces the emotional arc of orientation and mobility—hesitation, acceptance, learning, and momentum. The songs frame lived experiences many […]

18:27

From High School to Grad School: Winning Scholarships...

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2026/01/26

Podcast Summary: Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but scholarships may be closer—and more achievable—than you think. In this Blind Abilities episode, Joshua Olukanni shares his journey from high school to graduate studies at Georgetown University, and how scholarships helped him pursue college with far less debt. Joshua explains what scholarships really are, why there’s […]

12:23

Scholarships Don’t Find You—You Find Them: A...

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2026/01/26

Podcast Summary: Applying for scholarships can feel overwhelming, but as Maddy Majors shares in this Blind Abilities episode, the effort is absolutely worth it. Now a college student at the University of Minnesota, Maddy walks listeners through what scholarships really are, how she searched for them, and what the application process actually looks like. From […]

34:03

Blind Abilities – The Musical: When Lived Experience...

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2026/01/21

Podcast Summary: Blind Abilities – The Musical reimagines the podcast as a live theatrical broadcast, blending news-style dialogue, personal storytelling, and original music into a fully immersive audio stage. Framed as a newsroom, the episode moves through three powerful themes: wearable technology, progressive vision loss, and the enduring importance of Braille. Original songs are not […]

18:46

Internships for Students: Real Work, Real Experience,...

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2026/01/15

Podcast Summary: This Blind Abilities episode shines a spotlight on internships for blind and low-vision students—and why starting early can open real doors. Tou Yang and Randi Lasher from State Services for...

20:30

Wellness Wednesday: The Conversations We Carry With Us

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2026/01/08

Podcast Summary: In this episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, Robin Ennis, and Jeff Thompson reflect on the everyday interactions we share with strangers—Uber and Lyft drivers, bus drivers, and people we meet briefly along our paths. Do we engage, or do we shut the moment down? Do we end the exchange with a firm […]

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