Best Blind Dog Productions Podcasts (2024)

1
Episode 289:We're now on WhatsApp, an accessible way to configure the BIOS of ThinkPads, and Dr Nicholas Giudice talks autonomous vehicles and robot guide dogs 1:59:42

3d ago1:59:42

1:59:42

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 289 0:00Send a text or voice message to us on WhatsApp 1:06Outstanding technical support from Pulseway 6:43Accessibility of X for iOS badly broken 11:36Beatles book 13:59The LenovoThinkBios Utility 19:44Dr Nicholas Giudice discusses how we ensure blind people…

1
Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome - Who, What, and Why! 50:47

3d ago50:47

50:47

PetAbility Podcast hosts, Cathy and Chris, once again lend their experiences and expertise to the show - this time discussing Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome. Who gets it? What is it? Why should we care? With the popularity of Frenchies and other smoosh-faced dogs exponentially increasing world-wide, caretakers of these endearing breeds …

1
Episode 288:The Aircove Go Router fromExpressVPN, Matthew Horspool talks all things Braille, and this page intentionally left blank 1:59:02

6d ago1:59:02

1:59:02

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 288 0:00This page intentionally left blank 2:51The Aircove Go Router fromExpressVPN 13:43If you'd like to try ExpressVPN for yourself, you can use our affiliate link. You'll get 30 days free, and so do we. We really appreciate it. Zamzar is a handy file conve…

1
Episode 287:New VoiceOver features in iOS 18, more on blind people and the legal profession, and the Be My Eyes Inclusive Language Guide 1:59:16

13d ago1:59:16

1:59:16

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each.Welcome to 287 0:00I will miss Michael Mosley 0:53iOS 18 7:27Listen Later 13:27AI is a game changer 14:18accessible ways to learn about yoga 19:53Be My Eyes and their bonkers Inclusive Language Guide 26:26Read the Language Guide here.Bryan Bashin from Be My Eyes discusse…

1
Rehab Rewind- Believing in Grieving with Laurie Levine LMHC 58:14

17d ago58:14

58:14

If you’ve ever had the profound pleasure of loving a pet, you’ve undoubtedly experienced grief when they pass. But the loss of a pet is distinctive because our relationship with our pets is unique: non-verbal, ever-present, physical in nature, and full of unconditional love. We often have long-term and intense relationships with our pets that we ha…

1
Episode 286:A recap of Apple's WWDC keynote from a blindness perspective 1:10:18

18d ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Jonathan Mosen is joined by Heidi Taylor, Mike Feir and Judy Dixon to discuss this year's feature-packed Apple keynote. Please share your thoughts with us about what Apple unveiled. We'll play a selection of listener comments in the next episode.

1
Episode 285:The positives and negatives of airline travel when blind, how’s Voice Dream Reader doing as a subscription product, and the pros and cons of new Windows computers with ARM processors 1:59:24

21d ago1:59:24

1:59:24

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each.Welcome to 285 0:00Something you should know about the PhonakTV Connect 3:07Travelling on airlines when you're blind 11:48Microsoft Natural Voices for SAPI 5 31:02Check out the project here The VictorReader Stream 3 33:08ID.ME 40:16Cochlea implants, Android, and readers …

1
Episode 284:celebrating 200 years of Braille and a bright future, lawyers who think all blind people can't read, and Sonos makes progress while understating the impact of recent events 1:59:00

27d ago1:59:00

1:59:00

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 284 0:00Apple's WWDC will be huge this year 0:50Jonathan Mosen's keynote address to the International Council on English Braille 6:55A frustrating legal experience 1:05:54Slow but steady progress with Sonos 1:10:47Choosing a laptop 1:17:01Working with SharePo…

1
Healing Through Horses with Kelly Dukarski 57:57

1M ago57:57

57:57

Horses are majestic beings that are uniquely equipped as highly intuitive, non-judgmental prey animals, to help humans be in the moment, less anxious, and even break through obstacles that may be holding us back in life. Kelly Dukarski, Certified Equine Gestaltist, explains Equine-Assisted Gestalt Therapy, which incorporates horses as a modality fo…

1
Episode 283:Ray-ban Meta Smart Glasses, is Instacart becoming less accessible, and blind audio describer Christine Malec 1:58:44

1M ago1:58:44

1:58:44

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each.Welcome to 283 0:00Comments on recent episodes 4:36New hearing aids purchased 9:28for users of the Rode Smartlav interview kit needing USB C connectivity 15:47Wanting a podcast app for my Chromebook 17:59Blind yoga? 19:33Broadcasting systems for visually impaired accessi…

1
Episode 282:AI is about to change our lives yet again, more on Sonos accessibility, the International Council on English Brailles General Assembly, and ListenLater.net 2:03:07

1M ago2:03:07

2:03:07

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 282 0:00A lot is about to change in our lives thanks to ChatGPT 4O 2:26Sonos comments on recent accessibility regressions 11:35Listener comments on Sonos 19:11Essential Series button layout descriptions available 36:19the importance of blindness agencies lead…

1
Measuring Pain in Pets with Katie Hickey of PainTrace 44:31

1M ago44:31

44:31

One of the most agonizing questions for any pet owner is how do we know if our beloved pet is in pain? And if they are experiencing pain, how much pain is it and where is it coming from? PainTrace can help to answer all of these questions and more. It is a non-invasive, wearable monitoring system that quantifies pain simply, objectively, and painle…

1
Episode 281:contemptuous behaviour from Sonos, following sports events when at the venue, and Canadas federal Parliament hears testimony on shabby airline treatment 1:58:17

2M ago1:58:17

1:58:17

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 281 0:00The new apps from Sonos are nothing short of appalling 4:03Following sports events when you're at the venue 24:45Zoom Recorders 44:27Pocketcasts for Android 48:12Is Android viable for you now? 50:32Unimpressed with the ARA device 56:30Seeing AI unavai…

1
Episode 280:Audible comes to the Victor Reader Stream 3, Sonos accessibility may deteriorate dramatically, and supercharge your research with Perplexity 1:59:46

2M ago1:59:46

1:59:46

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 280 0:00Zoom improves accessibility of their H Essential Series 3:02It appears Sonos accessibility is about to experience a significant regression 6:00Mathieu Paquette from HumanWare talks Audible support for the Victor Reader Stream 3 and more new features 2…

1
Handicapped Pets Foundation with Suzi Langer, President 41:06

2M ago41:06

41:06

The Handicapped Pets Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit whose mission is to provide wheelchairs (Walkin' Wheels) for pets in need whose caregivers demonstrate financial hardship. Suzi Langer brings us through her personal story of receiving a wheelchair from this charity for her pug, Maxwell, to becoming president of the organization. If her passion i…

1
Episode 279:A user review of the Seleste Smart Glasses, an accessible Washer dryer from LG, and going in-depth into accessible Phonak hearing aid technology 1:58:53

2M ago1:58:53

1:58:53

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 279 0:00A user review of the Seleste Smart Glasses 3:05Demonstration of an accessible LG washer dryer 11:05Microsoft Copilot on Windows 10 23:03Problems with accessible YouTube Downloader 25:10New hearing aids 28:42Review and demonstration of the MyPhonak app…

1
Episode 278:The benefits of home automation and how to get started, notetakers in the past, present and future, and verifying your identity online 1:59:56

2M ago1:59:56

1:59:56

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 278 0:00In loving memory of Pauline Mosen 2:22Downloading from YouTube on iOS 10:17Looking for accessible real-time translation app 11:35Keeping access to Windows 10, and Zoom H Essential Recorders 13:25YouTube accessibility issue 18:31.684Notetakers in the p…

1
Special Needs Animal Rescue League with Christina Powell 58:58

2M ago58:58

58:58

Listen as Christina Powell tells us the story of Special Needs Animal Rescue League (SNARL). This SNARL is bound to make you smile! What started as a personal rescue of one wobbly German Shepherd became a multi-organization, multi-state/province, two-country machine that takes "red list" dogs from other shelters and finds them their forever homes. …

1
Episode 277:Glide is a revolutionary mobility device that may change everything, Voice Dream Reader is back on track, and a difficult conversation about a topical issue 2:00:13

3M ago2:00:13

2:00:13

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 277 0:00Existing Voice Dream Reader customers can keep what they paid for 2:59Amos Miller discusses the forthcoming Glide mobility device 8:41Guiding in the swimming pool 1:10:58Non-24 and managing insomnia 1:11:53Boycotting Israeli technology products 1:22:2…

1
Episode 276:Voice Dream Reader at odds with Apple's App Review Guidelines, iOS 17.4 feedback, and track your ketosis accessibly using the Keyto Breath Sensor 1:58:35

3M ago1:58:35

1:58:35

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 276 0:00More on Voice Dream Reader 2:07intersectionality, the BT Speak, customer service and swimming 30:43Tempo Perfect, an accessible metronome app 35:52contacting TSA Cares 38:33Transcriptions in Apple Podcasts 39:48Why VoiceOver switches languages in the …

1
Rehab Rewind!! Ramps vs. Stairs - Which is Right for your Pet? 36:24

3M ago36:24

36:24

Join us as we rewind to one of our most popular shows. Should my pet get a ramp or steps to help him onto the bed? This a question that Cathy and Chris get asked all the time. Listen as they debate the pros and cons of each option to help you determine what is best for your pet. They cover what specifications to look for and offer some suggestions …

1
Episode 275:Voice Dream Reader moves to subscriptions for all users, blind people and Linux, old DOS apps, and Jonathan's new hearing aid journey 2:00:50

3M ago2:00:50

2:00:50

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 275 0:00Voice Dream Reader to charge a subscription to people who paid for the app 2:10Kishin Manglani from Applause Group discusses the Voice Dream Reader subscription controversy, and the future of the app 23:42Living Blindfully Plus 57:29Joining a Zoom mee…

1
Episode 274:Jonathan Mosen's demonstration and review of the Zoom H1Essential Handy Recorder 1:02:15

3M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

Jonathan's series on the Essential recorders from Zoom, which have accessibility features, concludes on this Living Blindfully extra with the look at the Zoom H1Essential. This is the smallest member of the family and sells for just $99 USD. It can fit in any pocket, and offers high-quality 32-bit float recording. While understandably the recorder …

1
Episode 273:Jonathan Mosen's demonstration and review of the Zoom H4Essential Handy Recorder 1:20:54

3M ago1:20:54

1:20:54

Continuing his extensive look at the accessible Zoom Essential family, Jonathan demonstrates and reviews the Zoom H4Essential in this Living Blindfully Extra. With its compact size, powerful features and priced at just $199 USD, the H4Essential may be the Goldilocks recorder for many. While this review stands alone and therefore revisits many of th…

1
Episode 272:Jonathan Mosen's review and demonstration of the Zoom H6Essential handy recorder 1:18:28

3M ago1:18:28

1:18:28

In this Living Blindfully extra, Jonathan Mosen begins his reviews of all three recorders in the Essential series, with the Zoom H6Essential Zoom has provided these units so the reviews can be produced, but have not heard these reviews before publication, nor influence what they contain. There is considerable interest from the blind community in th…

1
Episode 271:Aira joins the AI party, new devices at CSUN, and a user review of the All Terrain cane 2:00:59

3M ago2:00:59

2:00:59

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 271 0:00Troy Otillio and Everette Bacon from Aira discuss Access AI and more 1:51A look at Aira's Access AI feature 45:49Other items of note at CSUN 1:06:06Things to know when trying to charge a Qardiobase scale 1:09:27Running a DOS programme on Windows 1:11:…

1
Pet Hospice & Palliative Care - A Rehabber's Perspective with Cathy Symons, CVT, CCRP 50:10

3M ago50:10

50:10

Our pet's are living longer, surviving illnesses and traumas that were unthinkable in the past. Couple this with our ever-growing attitudes that pets are full-fledged members of our families, then the fields of palliative care and pet hospice become vital. Cathy Symons, CVT, CCRP, deftly explains the integral role that physical rehabilitation plays…

1
Episode 270:A conversation with Microsoft's Chief Accessibility Officer Jenny Lay-Flurrie, accessibility is a fundamental human right, and welcome to the Matrix 1:59:25

3M ago1:59:25

1:59:25

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 270 0:00Jonathan Mosen speaks with Microsoft's Chief Accessibility Officer, Jenny Lay-Flurrie 3:15Accessibility is a fundamental human right 47:29You may not know texts are being truncated, and generalSiri thoughts 57:12Impressed with my Chromebook 1:10:49Que…

1
Episode 269:What's next for the Envision smart glasses and app, iOS 17.4, and AI image recognition comes to JAWS 2:00:39

4M ago2:00:39

2:00:39

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 269 0:00Three extra episodes coming up 1:35The founders of Envision, Karthik Mahadevan and Karthik Kannan, discuss Envision today and in the near future 4:26iOS 17.4 is a significant release 1:07:57JAWS introduces AI image recognition 1:22:23Comments on the D…

1
Feed is NOT Food with Dr. Judy Morgan 56:11

4M ago56:11

56:11

A healthy pet starts with healthy nutrition, naturally! After all, “you are what you eat." That same adage applies to both us and our pets. Judy Morgan, DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT emphasizes that food is food - there should be no need to qualify what we eat as "people food,” nor what we feed our dogs and cats as “pet food.” Many commercial dog and cat fo…

1
Episode 268:Blindness technology icon Deane Blazie goes down memory lane, then discusses his new notetaker, BT Speak, from Blazie Technologies 2:00:55

4M ago2:00:55

2:00:55

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 268 0:00Jonathan Mosen speaks with Deane Blazie about Deane's significant role in blindness technology history 2:58Deane Blazie tells Jonathan Mosen about the new BT Speak line from Blazie Technologies 1:09:05Remembering David Holladay 1:38:50Response to epis…

1
Episode 267:Remembering blindness technology pioneer David Holladay, and emotions run high as ACB struggles with intersectionality 2:02:19

4M ago2:02:19

2:02:19

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 267 0:00Blindness technology pioneer David Holladay has died 1:31Read David Holladay's history of Raised Dot ComputingLeah Gardner, President of Blind LGBT Pride International, talks about why they aren't participating in the American Council of the Blind's c…

1
Pets Are Family - an Impactful Approach to Pet Loss with Erika Sinner, Dog Mom, Author, & CEO 57:22

4M ago57:22

57:22

Losing a pet is hard. In fact, for Erika Sinner, it is the hardest thing she has ever experienced. Erika feels her shar-peis are family - her kids - and should be treated as such even after death. What does this mean and what did Erika do about it? Struggling to deal with her own pain and finding little out there to aid her in coping and healing, E…

1
Episode 266:An interview with Zoom about their new accessible Essential recorders, your best and worst airline security experiences, and sharing the transport duties when you're a blind parent 2:00:24

4M ago2:00:24

2:00:24

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 266 0:00HeardThat now offers a remote microphone kit 5:37The future of Castro Podcasts looks bright 8:58Samuel Greene from Zoom North America discusses their new and accessible Essential Series of recorders 11:55More on advocacy strategies and responsibilitie…

1
Episode 265:Advocacy strategies that don't burn us out, how good are Framework computers, and the Seleste Smart Glasses 2:00:09

5M ago2:00:09

2:00:09

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 265 0:00Advocacy comments in episode 263 5:10Two users of Framework computers comment on their experiences 14:46Inaccessible date pickers on travel agency websites 27:28Using Emoji on Mac and Windows 31:29What are accessible options for those interested in cr…

1
Management of Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) Injuries with Dr. Christin Finn 1:02:47

5M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Located in the knee, cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injuries are the most common orthopedic injuries in dogs. Yet there is little consistency or agreement about how to manage this condition. It goes well beyond surgery vs. no surgery. Pet parents angst about what to do to help there dog's knee pain and function, then often second guess themselves …

1
Episode 264:Accessible recorders from Zoom are on their way, revisiting blindness in the Bible, and the FeelSpace NaviBelt 1:59:55

5M ago1:59:55

1:59:55

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each.Welcome to 264 0:00A tribute to Paul Paravano 1:52Zoom are about to release audio recorders with accessibility features 9:04Potentially good news for Castro users 13:27Machine-generated transcripts coming to Apple Podcasts 18:01Some blindness stories 19:03Helpful Samsung…

1
Episode 263:Blind seems to be the hardest word, Ryan Jones from Vispero talks screen reading in the present and future, and a new key is coming to your Windows computer 1:59:52

5M ago1:59:52

1:59:52

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome back for 2024 0:00Episode 263 1:54Blind is fine 3:45Jonathan Mosen speaks with Ryan Jones,VicePresident, Software Product Management at Vispero 13:20Level Access buys Userway 1:15:15A new key is coming to your Windows keyboard 1:21:30The AI Microsoft DisabilityA…

1
Understanding the Iliopsoas Muscle in Dogs with Laurie Edge-Hughes 1:04:07

5M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

The ilio-so-what??? It may be hard to pronounce and even harder to spell, but every dog owner should know about this very important hip muscle. If you have a working or sporting dog, I bet you are very aware of how common and problematic it is to strain the iliopsoas muscle. Listen to Laurie Edge-Hughes, BScPT, MAnimSt, CAFCI, CCRT, tell us the ili…

1
Military Dogs: When Vets Become Pets with Bob Bryant, Mission K9 Rescue 49:47

6M ago49:47

49:47

Have you ever thought about what happens to military or contract working dogs when they "retire" from active duty? Having served our country their entire lives, historically, these heroes have been abandoned or euthanized. Founded in 2013, Mission K9 Rescue, a non-profit welfare group, is working hard to change that. Listen to Bob Bryant, cofounder…

1
Pausing for Paws! 53:57

6M ago53:57

53:57

Feet of all creatures are amazing structures that serve multiple purposes. This episode focuses on canine feet: their intricate anatomy, things to watch for, the importance of proper care, including nail trims, and the foot's role in overall health and well-being. These extraordinary assets not only allow for locomotion, traction, and protection, b…

1
Episode 262:Create songs with Suno.ai, learning to use Face ID, and reflections on 25 years doing Internet radio 1:59:38

7M ago1:59:38

1:59:38

A reminder that this is the last episode of the current season. We will be publishing again from 28 January 2024. Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 262 0:00Reflecting on a remarkable year for Living Blindfully 4:15My 25th anniversary of live Internet broadcasting 7:54Drafts working around a s…

1
DogLeggs Shoulder Stabilization System with Ben Blecha, MPO, CPO 54:38

7M ago54:38

54:38

This is a game changer! DogLeggs is a company that has provided innovative, quality products since the formal inception of small animal physical rehabilitation. One of Cathy and Chris's favorites is their Shoulder Stabilization System which offers a way to protect a healing shoulder joint to allow for safe rehabilitation and activity at home while …

1
Episode 261:Castro insists it's not dead, choosing a default notification sound in iOS 17.2, and take control of accessibility overlays with AccessiByeBye 1:59:56

7M ago1:59:56

1:59:56

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. The ---- ------------------------------------ --------------penultimate episode for 2023 0:17Welcome to 261 3:19Hurry! Voting soon closes in the MushroomFm holiday countdown 6:17A big week for Android accessibility 9:27Very impressed with the Qardiobase X smartscale 12:…

1
Episode 260:Bye bye to the Castro podcast app, why cant Vispero products and RIM just get along, and a catch-up with Pneuma Solutions 1:58:09

7M ago1:58:09

1:58:09

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Living Blindfully taking a break over the New Zealand summer 0:00Welcome to 260 with some help from ChatGPT 1:35There's still time to vote in the Mushroom FM holiday countdown 4:35The Castro podcast app is being shut down 7:50JAWS and Fusion aren't as accessible with RI…

1
Exploring the World of Animal Communication with Danielle MacKinnon 56:14

7M ago56:14

56:14

Have you ever wondered what your pet would say if they could actually talk? Listen to Danielle MacKinnon, a luminary in the realm of animal communication. With a rare and innate gift, she bridges the gap between humans and the animal kingdom, and has dedicated her life to unraveling the mysteries of interspecies communication. Her deep connection w…

1
Episode 259:It’s not easy being a blind pedestrian, more thoughts on a third-party screen reader for MacOS, and Justin Ng from Sneaky Crab talks about Timecrest 1:58:13

7M ago1:58:13

1:58:13

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to the placeless 259 0:17Hell freezes over. Apple will support RCS 2:48We'd love to get your top 10 holiday songs for our annual countdown 6:58Cast your vote today at https://MushroomFm.com/countdown2023Accessibility on the job 20:25Memories of the KGS graphical…

1
Episode 258:VoiceOver on MacOS may get competition, Be My Eyes touts blindness-specific customer service powered by AI, and some Victor Reader Stream 3 users have buyers remorse 1:59:44

8M ago1:59:44

1:59:44

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each.Welcome to 258 0:00A third-party screen reader for Mac may be on the way 3:23Is blindness-aware AI customer service the future? Be My AI comes to the Microsoft Disability Answer Desk 11:17A funny thing happened to me on my way home 37:14Can't hear VoiceOver on a call 42:…

1
Making Simple Movements into Exercise with Bobbie Lyons 58:13

8M ago58:13

58:13

Many every day movements using every day surroundings can become exercise that can profoundly impact your dog's performance, quality of life, and longevity. Bobbie Lyons, CCFT, KPA CTP, Cert CF, describes just how easy it can be. However, we need to first observe what our dog is doing repetitively - the patterns of posture and movement that may not…

1
Episode 257:More Victor Reader Stream feedback, a call to boycott Apples Feedback Assistant, and the powerful, accessible Evo16 audio interface from Audient 1:55:54

8M ago1:55:54

1:55:54

Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 257 0:00Comments about the Victor Reader Stream 3 1:50A thorough description of the Beatles' Now and Then music video 6:03Read the description here.New bug in the iOS weather app 7:56Apple developer calls for boycott of Apple's Feedback Assistant 8:53Inaccess…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Blind Dog Productions Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide