Vision of a Veteran is a glimpse into some inspirational stories of fellow blinded veterans. Their heart-warming testimonials share the difficulties and challenges they encountered, methods for coping, and rising above any obstacles. Listen to very personal and emotional interviews and find out how they are doing now. Produced by Wisdom 4 the Blind, we continue our quest to help blinded veterans in all aspects of life from services to support.
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This podcast is focused on technology that supports people who are blind and visually impaired. Our panel of IT Trainers & guest panelists discuss all the latest in mainstream and inclusive technology innovations in a fun and informative manner. V I Labs is the technology function within Vision Ireland. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland. V I Labs provide technology assessments and training for all our service users. We are a not for profit charity, which offers supp ...
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Join Kelly MacDonald and contributors from the blind, partially sighted and disability community for lively one-hour discussions about arts, entertainment and the lifestyle issues that matter to you.
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Join Dave Brown as he discusses the latest news, sports, entertainment and current events through a disability lens.
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Double Tap is the show where blind people talk tech! If you’re blind or partially sighted and have an interest in technology, this is the show for you. Everyone is welcome no matter how old you are or how much or how little experience you have with technology. Each week the team will help you better understand how technology can help your everyday life, even if you have little or no sight. Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling in, sending an email or leaving ...
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Interviews with authors of articles from JAMA Ophthalmology. JAMA Ophthalmology, published continuously since 1869, is an international, peer-reviewed ophthalmology and visual science journal. Covering research, science, & clinical practice in ophthalmology and vision science.
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Published every Friday, the Fenzi Dog Sports Podcast is brought to you by the Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. Each episode of the Fenzi Dog Sports Podcast will feature an interview with a leading name in the competitive dog sports training world, talking in depth about issues that often get overlooked by traditional training methods.
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On the In Culture podcast, we go behind the scenes with artists, gamers, musicians, designers, athletes, and visionaries in their fields to share a real-world look at how they’re shaping culture. In our latest podcast series, Variations on a theme, we explore the life and legacy of Sol LeWitt. We’ll cover key themes in LeWitt’s work and explore how his approach still influences some of the creative pioneers shaping the 21st century. Variations on a theme is a companion to the Sol LeWitt App, ...
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Stories and strategies from people in the field of Augmentative and Alternative Communication who use the Minspeak symbol-based system of language encoding. Talk to me via thespeechdude@gmail.com
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Welcome to Minding Memory. In this podcast we discuss topics related to dementia research. This is an all-hands-on-deck moment for dementia research, and we have topics for both those new to the space as well as old pros. We start with some basics, like: What exactly is dementia? What are the different types of dementia? What is the TICS, if not a swarm of blood-sucking insects? But we also invite researchers on to discuss their interesting work to give you a glimpse at the questions, data, ...
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What does the world look like to a person with a visual impairment? How does restricted vision impact on everyday life? How can you offer assistance without taking control? The video tracks on this album simulate what the world looks like to people with a range of visual impairments, and show good practice when acting as a sighted guide. The audio tracks offer personal perspectives from two people living with severe visual impairment. This material forms part of The Open University's Pre-reg ...
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LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired | Podcast
LightHouse for the Blind and Visually impaired
The LightHouse is the largest agency providing direct service, advocacy and information to the blind and visually impaired community of Northern California. Since 1902, we have offered solutions to living with vision loss.
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Cortical visual impairment (CVI) is the leading cause of pediatric visual impairment in the developed world. The eyes can see, but the brain can't interpret the visual world. Due to neuroplasticity, the functional vision of a child with CVI can improve. The number of children with CVI is growing, so why isn't anyone talking about this public health crisis? We are. Music by Storm Crews. Art by Ian Kleinfeld.
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Self-advocacy and having blindness or low vision can be challenging at times when others don't know what it's like to have a disability or have met someone and don't know how to interact. However, it's about understanding how those of us with visual impairments are able to be independent using the accommodations that we use and letting others know that we're individuals like everyone else. This podcast is about raising awareness of blindness and low vision in a positive way and educating oth ...
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The Heard & Empowered podcast is where the blind and visually impaired (BVI) community finds job inspiration, career opportunities, and a path to success. Presented by National Industries for the Blind—a leader in job creation for BVI individuals—this podcast is your go-to resource for thriving professionally in a sighted world. Join the host, Dr. Hoby Wedler, every week on Wednesday, as he and his guests dismantle stereotypes, offer expert advice, and share success stories to help you build ...
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E379: Angelica Steinker - "Handling Hearing and Vision Impairments in Dogs"
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Have you ever wondered how unilateral deafness might impact learning? What a dog with vision impairments might face? Angelica shares her experiences with both and shares her story in this episode.By Melissa Breau
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E383: Irith Bloom - Changing Feelings: When to Use Food to Change Emotions
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As positive reinforcement trainers we often use food for everything! In this episode Irith and I talk about desensitization and counterconditioning... and why Irith actually prefers not using food for these cases unless we need to.By Melissa Breau
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Today on Kelly and Company we re-introduce Brock Richardson, Host of The Neutral Zone Podcast, and regular Cohost on this show. Mike Feir highlights the Graphic Audio H. P. Lovecraft inspired drama: Lair of the Crystal Fang. And, Blind Fashion Designer Natalie Trevonne tells us about her clothing line NYI (Not Your Inspiration). Show Highlights: Sh…
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Your Feedback: Bringing Disability Into Focus
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In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Sean Preece engage with listener feedback on various topics, including the social model of disability, the role of technology in improving accessibility, and the environmental impact of AI. They discuss the complexities of disability beyond physical impairments, emphasizing the need for societal…
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Kelly and Company - November 7, 2024
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Today on Kelly and Company, Christine Malec tells us how she’s practicing talking and playing music at the same time, a task that’s a lot harder than she thought. Mary Mammoliti joins us for foodie chat, with her 2 unfailing pasta ingredients, and a brand new cake that’s showed up at Costco. And, Markus McCrackin promises no more button mashing! No…
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HearSee Mobility & The Great Neuralink Debate Continues
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In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece hear about a new type of mobility aid that uses embedded RFID tags at various locations for navigation. The guys start with a quick peek into the inbox, and suddenly dive back into the implications of Neuralink, and personal experiences with vision loss. The conversation also covers the c…
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Kelly and Company - November 6, 2024
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Today on the show, our Wellness Coach, Lucia Bellafante gives us a better understanding of what your emotional and physical health looks like for you, why it’s relevant to parenting, and creating a healthy family environment. What do secret remote control buttons, street addresses, and security guards have in common? Jennie Bovard of AMI-tv’s Prett…
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What’s In Steven’s Loft, Cadence Braille Display & What Is Blind Culture?
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Today on the show Steven tells Shaun about his recent trip to the loft in his house, where he discovered various forgotten tech gadgets, including a docking station for his MacBook Pro and an Apple TV 4K. Nostalgia takes center stage as they reminisce about past Apple products and their evolution. Listener Brian Clark shares a conversation he had w…
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Talking Technology With V I Labs Episode 70 - Live from Sight Village London
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This week we’re spead dating at Sight Village in London. How many stands can David talk to, and what familiar faces will he meet along the way? Jaws 2025 has been released, and Joe returns to correct the record and tell David off. Send a voice note on WhatsApp now to 086 199 0011. Support the showBy Vision Ireland
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Show Highlights: Show intro (00:41) Social Media with Nisreen Abdel-Majid (00:52) AMI Updates with Andy Frank (20:59) Para Sport Nation with Alex Smyth (25:41)By AMI
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InnoSearch Experiences & Embossing With Index Braille
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In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun discuss their experiences with accessible technology, focusing on InnoSearch, an online shopping platform designed for blind people. Steven talks about his experience of shopping for iPhone cases, the implications for Amazon Prime subscriptions, and the potential of AI to enhance shopping experiences.…
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Today on Kelly and Company, Dr Danielle Jongkind and ask-a-veterinarian are back with us on every other Monday. While she often brings us useful information on important topics. We chat with Arnold Cheng of Spectrum Ability with his experience designing the Calgary Event Centre, also known as Scotia Place. And, JJ Hunt throws back to celebrating Ha…
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Your Feedback: Symbols For Blindness, Braille Future & The Neuralink Debate
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In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun kick off the week with a lively discussion following listener emails, starting with Glendon, who shares an interesting television commercial about the checkered eye symbol for blind and low vision people. This sparks a broader discussion about the various symbols and methods used to indicate disabilit…
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Today on the show, we meet and greet with Nisreen Abdel-Majid, Technical Producer and Social Media Extraordinaire. Every two weeks, Greg David, Communications Specialist here at AMI, joins us to talk about everything TV and entertainment. And on Para Sport Nation, the brand new AMI Sports show, Alex Smyth spotlights upcoming para sport events in Ca…
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Seeing AI Describes Videos & Aira Updates
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Today on the show Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the breaking news that Seeing AI now has the ability to describe videos live, plus friend of the show Jenine Stanley pops in from Aira to discuss some updates to their visual interpreter service. The big news of the day is Seeing AI’s latest update which now allows you to upload an MP4 video f…
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E382: What Do We Mean By Big Feelings?
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Join us for a fantastic panel discussion with Dr. Amy Cook, Denise Fenzi, Kim Palermo, and Petra Ford on sports dogs, their big feelings, and how to help them thrive.By Melissa Breau
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On our 8th Anniversary of Kelly and Company; Amy Amantea, Arts and culture Critic joins us from Vancouver to talk about last minute Halloween costume creations. Also, John Melville, vice president of Content Development and Programing of production at AMI gives us the scoop on where the company is headed. And, we dive into the deliciously nostalgic…
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New MacBook Pro & The Battle For Audio Description Rages On
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss Apple’s final announcement of the week - a new MacBook Pro with M4 chips inside. While not a major surprise Steven does share some interesting news he’s found within the announcements. Also listener Norina gets in touch to share her frustrations with getting access to audio description on a TV channel she …
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New Mac Mini, Meta Ray-Ban AI & Praise For Be My AI
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into the next big announcement from Apple, this time around the focus is on their new Mac Mini. But is this the real ‘blind’ Mac, and why does Steven think it is? Find out about all the features of the new Mac Mini and discover whether it might be right for you. Also there’s more of your feedback, including m…
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We're so excited to announce that we relaunch Kelly and Company on October 31st at 2 p.m. Eastern on AMI audio and YouTube!By AMI
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New iMac with M4 & Make Your Perkins Brailler Smart With Paige
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the first announcement of the week from Apple and a cool way to make your Perkins brailler smart. First up, the guys chat about Apple’s new product, the iMac with an M4 processor inside. This is the first of three announcements from Apple that will coming out over the next couple of days. The company also …
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The Impact of Partner Plan Choices among Older Adults Enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MMs4)
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In this episode, Matt & Lauren speak with Dr. Lianlian Lei, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan. Dr. Lei discusses a recent study that looks at the impact of partner’s plan choice on the likelihood of Medicare Advantage disenrollment and how that may impact older adults living with dementia. Unlike t…
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Things A Blind Man Helped Me See With Baker Grissom
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Welcome to another episode of Vision Of A Veteran! On this episode, your host, Benjamin Keeley sits down with Baker Grissom from Operation Song. Baker Grissom gives us some insight into his experience working with Operation Song. Baker discusses his first song wit Operation Song and the process behind creating this song, which is titled "Hope". Bak…
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun talk about their weekends setting up Windows on their computers, with Shaun moving his laptop into his shed and Steven adding Windows to his MacBook. Also there’s more of your feedback to respond to, with a particular focus on the Glide mobility aid and Elon Musk’s Neuralink company. We also get a listener query f…
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Apple Announce… Announcements, New OpenAI Model, & AwareWofl Gear Talk Canes
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the big news from Apple that they are announcing a range of new devices next week, likely new MacBook Pros, iMacs and a redesigned Mac Mini with M4 processors built in. Also the guys report on an article from The Verge suggesting a new Open AI model will be coming in December, but no widespread rollout is …
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E381: Dr. Jennifer Summerfield & Dr. Jessica Perry Hekman - "Anxiety in Our Dogs"
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What do we know about anxiety in our canine companions? Join us for a conversation about what causes anxiety and what we can do about it.By Melissa Breau
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Victor Reader Stream Updates, Micro Speak Is Back & Tim’s Video Tips
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the latest news in accessible tech, including a new update for the Victor Reader Stream 3rd Generation, an updated Micro Speak is now available and long time listener and friend of the show Tim Dixon shares his top tips on recording video out and about. The Victor Reader Stream has had a few major updates,…
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Curcumin-Based Nutritional Supplements and Risk of AMD
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Interview with Ehsan Rahimy, MD, author of Curcuma-Based Nutritional Supplements and Risk of Age-Related Macular Degeneration. Hosted by Neil M. Bressler, MD. Related Content: Curcuma-Based Nutritional Supplements and Risk of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Sonos Ace Headphones Review, Claude AI Gets Actions & iPad Mini Is Out
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Today on the show, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss various topics including the launch of the iPad Mini, Aira's new American Sign Language service, and upcoming Glide demo days. They also discuss the implications of new AI developments, particularly Anthropic's Claude, which can perform actions on behalf of users. Our main story today i…
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Talking Technology With V I Labs episode 69 - Braille, Brian, and Bitcoin
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On this week’s Talking Technology Mairead shows off the new features in braille screen input for iOS. Brian gives us a demo of the HumanWare Braille Note Touch, and Daniel is not a bitcoin millionaire. join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note to 086 199 0011, or email content@vi.ie Support the show…
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Today on the show Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the Glide device, a new assistive technology aimed at enhancing mobility for blind users. They explore the device's potential as a replacement for traditional mobility aids like guide dogs and white canes, while also addressing community feedback and the importance of user experiences. The con…
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Be My Eyes Work With Microsoft To Improve AI Data & Glidance Show Off Glide Mobility Aid In New Video
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Today on the show Shaun talks about his recent trip to see Alice Cooper in concert, plus there’s a new video online that’s exciting the blind community, and Be My Eyes announce a partnership with Microsoft to improve AI data models to better represent disability. First up Shaun tells Steven about his recent gig experience and how he used Meta Ray-B…
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E380: Bobbie Bhambree - "Creating a Resilience Framework for More Resilient Dogs"
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What do we know about resilience and what it takes to build more of it in our dogs? Join Bobbie and I for a conversation on what factors we need to consider when it comes to our dogs and helping them deal with stress — and why that's SO important for our sports dogs.By Melissa Breau
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Tesla Taxis, Low Cost Smartphones & Alice Cooper Comes To Town
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Today on the show Shaun talks with Steven about his upcoming Alice Cooper gig he is heading off to tonight, but why is he not so sure if he wants to go? Also we dive into the inbox to hear Negative Julian’s comments on the real value of low cost smartphones, Robbie’s thoughts on Neuralink devices and Marc’s desire to hear Steven go ‘ballistic’. Lon…
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Be My Eyes Partners With Hilton, New iPad Mini & Blind People Stand Against Taxi Refusals
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun fight a number of breaking news stories including news of a new iPad Mini, a major new partnership between Be My Eyes and Hilton hotels, and the launch of Android 15. First up the guys praise the work of the National Federation of the Blind in the USA on their protest outside the offices of Uber and Lyft on Tuesda…
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AMA Special: Ask Mickey Anything - Your Questions Answered
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun are joined by friend of the show Michael Babcok to help us answer some of our listeners’ burning questions in our ‘Ask Mickey Anything’ special. Questions coming up include finding out which podcast app is the best, how to get ChatGPT to summarise and explain PowerPoint presentations to you, why audio description …
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Can a Serious Infection Increase the Risk of Developing Dementia?
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In this episode, Lauren and Matt talk with Leah Richmond-Rakerd, PhD who is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on emotional and behavioral dysregulation across the life course. Here, Dr. Richmond-Rakerd will discuss her recent study on “The Associations of Hospital-Treated Infe…
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun grab a coffee and sit back to listen to your emails and voicemails which discuss various topics including the challenges of support services, community feedback, and upcoming Q&A sessions. They begin with a special feature from friend and long-time listener Michael Babcock into the issues surrounding Siri's interr…
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VISTA Center’s Ignite Accessibility Entrepreneur Pitch Competition
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun find out about some of the latest innovations on show at the VISTA Center Ignite Accessibility Entrepreneur Pitch Competition, and we hear more of your emails and voicemails on a wide range of topics from keyboard monogamy to dancing plants. The main conversation today focuses on the experiences of listener Kevin …
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CNIB Cybersecurity Event & Everyone’s Angry At Shaun
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun learn about an event coming up from CNIB focused on teaching blind people on the best ways to ensure that we are all aware of cybersecurity and how to keep ourselves safe online. Shaun speaks to David Kapper-Burch who is the lead for digital technology and training at the CNIB Smartlife Technology Program, and Wen…
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Character Limits, Shaun’s Blind Dilemma & Google Gemini Meets Talkback
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the character limit explosion on social media these days, how Shaun felt after being called blind by a passer by, and we meet Google’s Product Manager for Android, Lisie Lillianfeld. The guys open the show with their usual banter picking up on Shaun’s recent experience with a passer-by who tried to help hi…
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Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 68 - Voice Notes and Goats
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It’s a packed Show today as David and Joe listen to some of the voice notes sent in to the Show recently. Topics include everything from Elon Musk‘s Blindsight device to the accessibility of the new digital census. We speak to Ed Harper about some of the tech helping him run his Goat Farm without sight, and he tells us about a really cool solution …
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun dig into the mailbag to listen to and respond to your emails and voicemails. They begin with a rather troubling admission from Steven about what he did with the remaining mince in his slow cooker, moving on rather quickly (thankfully) to discuss their use of Be My AI and Talkback 15’s new image description feature…
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The Great Audio Description Rant & Ending The Stigma Of Menstrual Health
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss more of your emails and comments, with another epic rant from Steven coming up, and they discuss a new menstrual tracking device for women.Listener emails are the focus for the first half of the episode, with topics including the challenges of international pricing for tech products, the importance of Safa…
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E378: Loretta Mueller - "Multi-Dog Households: Adding a New Dog"
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Having a peaceful household when you live with multiple dogs can be tough — join us for a conversation about what it takes, and tips on how to introduce a new dog to your household even if there may be a significant size difference.By Melissa Breau
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Meta Ray-Ban Glasses Setup, Parcels Galore & A Visit To The Foot Doctor
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun discuss the experience using navigation apps such as Voice Vista, how to track your parcels and Shaun offers an easy blind-friendly setup guide to the Meta Ray-Ban glasses.First up the guys talk about Steven’s recent visit to the foot doctor which involved him taking a trip to a part of town he has never been befo…
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Goodmaps Revolutionizes Indoor Navigation For The Blind!
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Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us feedback@doubletaponair.com or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also find us across social media. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube. Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 2:18 - E-mail - Kyler on All Terrain Cane, Clocks & Mor…
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Details of the products mentioned and the companies who sell them in the UK and Canada: Mini Guide: Seeing Solutions (UK) and LS&S (Canada) Eye Beam Torch: Seeing Solutions, Aspire Consultancy (UK) Activator Braille Display: VisionAid Technologies (UK) and CNIB Smartlife (Canada) Voxi Vision: VisionAid Technologies (UK) Svárovský Cane: Aspire Consu…
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A special message from Dave.By AMI
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