• Making fettuccine alfredo. You will have leftovers. Ingredients needed: 1-2 boxes fettuccine or other pasta you like • 1 stick butter • small carton (at least 16 oz) heavy cream • 2 cups freshly grated parmesan or at least 16 oz powdered parmesan • minced or powdered garlic Optional ingredients: • fresh multicolored peppers • mushrooms • broccoli • sundried tomato • artichoke hearts Tools needed: • large saucepan • large pasta pot • a wooden spoon or spatula...
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Listeners found out about the Microsoft Disability answer desk; webinars on accessibility; and other ways Microsoft has committed to accessibility. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr
Does Screen Curtain save battery power? Is it okay to leave my phone plugged in overnight? How important is the lighting when I use Face ID? Do I really need to force quit my apps all the time? As increased rumors and myths flood the Apple user community, TTJ was here to set the record straight on some of the most popular and most controversial tech inaccuracies. Listeners joined this presentation. We think listeners will come away with a much more relaxed approach to using their devices; one th...
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr 34 min
Sometimes we need to borrow money. Chris Peterson taught us all about our credit reputation and how this impacts our interest and borrowing options. Listeners also learned about some things we can do to improve our credit score, saving us money overall. Sponsored by ACB Next Generation
Mar 11, 2022•59 min
Eric Damery discussed and demonstrated the latest features and updates in JAWS 2022. Sponsored by Vispero
Mar 11, 2022•56 min
Rachel and Liz demonstrated navigating Windows 11 with JAWS. Sponsored by Vispero
Mar 11, 2022•33 min
We all know what sheets and pans are but may not know what a sheet pan is. A sheet pan is just a cookie sheet with a rim around it. Listeners brought their best sheet pan recipe to share for easy cleanup and one pan meal.
Mar 11, 2022•56 min
Attendees joined the American Council of Blind Students; Lee Kumutat from the Lighthouse for the Blind of San Francisco; and several past Holman Prize winners as they explained what the Holman Prize is and how they have shattered misconceptions about blindness. Sponsored by American Council of Blind Students
Mar 11, 2022•45 min
What is her legacy to the blind community? How 1 person can make such an enormous difference in so many lives for 60 years & counting. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 11, 2022•59 min
Listeners joined Peter Altschul as he explored ways to harness feelings to strengthen relationships and work toward accomplishing wonderful things. Based on his book "Riding Elephants." Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr
Jeff talked about all of the free training resources to help you become more proficient at using your hardware and software. Sponsored by Vispero
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr
How did she do it? How can you apply those skills to your life, your own ambitions, or your own dreams? Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr
Listeners helped us to welcome Mikki Compton, Residential Instructor at the Texas School for the Blind. She had tips for cooking and healthy eating. So, listeners came with their questions and enjoyed cooking without looking. Sponsored by American Council of the Blind Diabetics in Action Listeners helped us to welcome Mikki Compton, Residential Instructor at the Texas School for the Blind. She had tips for cooking and healthy eating. So, listeners came with their questions and enjoyed cooking wi...
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr
Casseroles are not just for dinner. You can have casseroles for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert! Who doesn’t love casseroles! Listeners joined us and brought their best casserole recipe to the table.
Mar 09, 2022•50 min
Making creamy, no-cook mints. Ingredients: • 1 package (3 oz) cream cheese • 1/4 teaspoon mint extract • 2 drops green food coloring, if desired • 4.25 to 4.5 cups powdered sugar super fine or regular granulated sugar for rolling Tools: • Mixer • mixing bowl • candy molds, if desired • waxed paper
Mar 09, 2022•57 min
Do you have questions about Windows? Or about a screen reader running on Windows? Michael assisted listeners by answering their questions. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 08, 2022•59 min
Episode Notes Lively Latin: A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D...
Mar 08, 2022•49 min
The “Sankofa” is a metaphorical symbol depicted as a bird with its head turned backward taking an egg from its back. Our call focused on the importance of reaching back to knowledge gained in the past and bringing it into the present to make progress. Everyone was welcome.
Mar 08, 2022•58 min
Listeners joined Courtney as she prepared tuna patties and Apple Brown Betty. Tuna patties ingredients: • 4-3 oz. Cans tuna, drained, rinsed & squeezed dry • 1/2 cup flour • 1/2 cup parsley flakes • 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning blend, or to taste • salt, pepper, & garlic powder, to taste • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (from the green can) • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (not miracle whip) • 1 small bunch green onions,...
Mar 07, 2022•38 min
Do you want to know about the accessibility features of Android devices? Do you want to know how Android devices are different from Apple devices? Do you want to become more proficient using an Android device? If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, listeners joined us for the iBUG Android Insight open Q&A forum. Android Insight is a free training session open to anyone desiring to become more proficient with the accessibility features on various Android devices. Subscribe to th...
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr 27 min
Listeners came and talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Listeners shared their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes.
Mar 06, 2022•58 min
If you enjoy playing games as much as Lucy, listeners joined her for a discussion of what games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. New games are discussed every time. Listeners were encouraged to bring their own suggestions.
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr
We discussed chapter 26 and 27 in the book, The Unseen Minority: A Social History of Blindness in the United States, by Frances A. Koestler, copyright 1976 and 2004 by the American Foundation for the Blind. The 1976 edition is available in BARD, and the 2004 edition is available on Bookshare. Please email any future book recommendations for discussion to community@acb.org.
Mar 06, 2022•59 min
Making chicken strip salad. Items needed: • Chicken Strips (substitute with Fajita grilled chicken as a healthy alternative) • Lettuce • Broccoli • Cauliflower • Carrots • other vegetables as desired • favorite salad dressing Tools needed: • Oven • cookie sheet or baking pan • cutting board • knife or something to chop vegetables • If you prefer an air frier for the chicken strips, allow for extra time There was time for you to share your recipes, cooking tips, and requests for future cooking de...
Mar 06, 2022•58 min
Episode Notes Making red velvet sandwich cookies. Ingredients needed: • 2 boxes red velvet cake mix • 4 eggs • 2/3 cup vegetable or canola oil • 1 can cream cheese frosting Join the ACB Cooks email list. Contact ACB Cooks via email. Notes go here
Mar 06, 2022•55 min
Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, listeners joined us with their questions or problems. Our goal is to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.
Mar 06, 2022•59 min
Meka and Cindy welcomed you to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Mar 06, 2022•59 min
Have you enjoyed our awesome community over the past two years? What do you like? What could use improvement? This is our community, and without our input, we can’t make it even better. Listeners came to our Community Town Hall, which was a safe, respectful, and welcoming place for any of you to share your thoughts and concerns, positive or otherwise, about the community. We look forward to hearing from you and acting on your input. Listeners joined us for the first quarterly town hall. Communit...
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr 49 min
Listeners joined the Multi-Cultural Affairs Committee (MCAC) and Inclusive Diversity of California (IDC) in a celebration of contributions of African Americans in ACB and how to invite and support more participation in the future. Reaching out to African Americans experiencing vision loss is vital to all of us and supporting current members through their journey is a necessity. We wanted to hear from you and talk about the best ways to make sure it happens. Sponsored by ACB Multi-Cultural Affair...
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr 29 min
Jeff discussed choosing a stand-alone device. Sponsored by Vispero
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr
