20240412 Community Couch Originally Broadcasted April 12, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time, we asked members to share what they have learned from a community call that otherwise would not have had the opportunity to learn. We also want to hear what kind of calls you wish the community offered.
20240411 I Love Braille–I Have a Question Originally Broadcasted April 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time, participants asked and answered questions related to braille. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind
20240411 Berl Colley Leadership Institute–What Does It Take, Part 1 Originally Broadcasted April 11, 2024, on ACB Media 6 Have you ever wondered how people get elected to a board position on a national level? Well, Being elected is just a small part of the big picture. Participants joined us as we heard from a couple of current directors on the ACB Board, and learned what they’ve learned, what they wish they knew ahead of running, and the advice they wish to give to you who are considering such ...
20240411 Vispero Presentation–Five Features in Word to Help You Organize Your Files Originally Broadcasted April 11, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned how to create folders, save files in specified locations, quickly locate files, attach a document to an email, and recover unsaved documents. Sponsored By: Vispero
20240410 Recipe Swap-Tippy Italian Originally Broadcasted April 10, 2024, on ACB Media 5 No, we didn’t say tipsy, we said tippy. We wanted participants to join us at the next recipe swap and share your favorite Italian recipes and great tips you have to help cook Italian! Even if you don’t have a recipe to share, come join us for some fun!
20240409 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted April 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. Examples: "B L E W" and "B L U E" or "F L O U R" and "F L O W E R".
20240409 Games To Play with Lady A Originally Broadcasted April 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.
20240409 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted April 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 The Unmute Presents team was ready to resolve your tech queries or guide you to find answers yourself, across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. Sponsored by Unmute Presents Access Unmute Presents Podcasts
20240409 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted April 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time, we made fudge. If cooking along, you need the following ingredients: 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 stick unsalted butter 2 extra large eggs-room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 (16 ounce) box powdered sugar 1 1/2 cups chopped oven-roasted walnuts Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Email the ACB Cooks Find Herbie's Cooking Corner on YouTube...
20240408 Bookability Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Meka and other bookish friends of the community as we answered fun questions, gave lots of book recommendations, and extended your book list to infinity and beyond. Please also join the announce-only Bookability list by sending a blank email to bookability+subscribe@groups.io
20240408 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Kaila and Bel to tell the story behind their answer to the Daily question. Attendees chose one of the previous week's questions and gave us the full scoop!
20240408 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted April 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5 BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone with tactile buttons. Whether you are a new user or are curious about its many features, participants joined Diane Ducharme for an instructional session about how to use the device. Sponsored by BlindShell USA
Prepare for the Solar Eclipse The United States will experience a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. What does this mean? How and why does this occur? Can we as people who are blind or low vision experience this event similarly to our sighted peers? Aaron Coyner, NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador, joins us to explain what happens during a solar eclipse, share how we can best experience it, and answer our sun-burning questions.
20240406 Basic iPhone Class Originally Broadcasted April 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, participants joined us with their questions and problems. We try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.
20240406 ACB Home, Garden, and Agriculture–Blind Farmers in the Past, How Did They Do It Originally Broadcasted April 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5 The Blind History Lady returned for another fascinating talk about our blind farmer "ancestors," the techniques they used to grow crops and raise animals. Subscribe to our email list
20240406 Introducing Guide Dog Users Incorporated Originally Broadcasted April 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Do You Frequently Encounter Uncontrolled Pet Dogs in Stores or Other Public Venues? Don’t you wish pet owners would understand how important it is to keep their dogs on leash and under control? Participants joined GDUI Membership committee members, Patty Fletcher, Liz Botner, Deanna Noriega, Sarah Calhoun, Cheryl McNeil Fisher, and guests as they introduced Guide Dog Users Incorporated and how ...
20240405 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted April 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
20240405 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted April 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Mary O’Brien, author of the memoir “My Imagination and Art Have Sustained me.” Sponsored by: Branco Events
20240404 Book Match Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5 One of my greatest joys is connecting books with people who love them. Participants told me about their reading preferences (formats, genres, favorite authors) etc. and I'll do my best to supply book recommendations you'll love.
20240404 Vispero Presentation–Create PlaceMarkers With JAWS Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned how to create temporary and permanent PlaceMarkers on web pages, in Word, and in Excel documents to quickly locate information or a particular place on a web page, plus use them to select text. Sponsored by: Vispero
20240404 I Love Braille–NLS EReaders Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Dawn Bilpuch made her presentation on connecting E-readers with iPhone and using them. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list Access Archives Email Vileen Shah
20240403 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted April 3, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: from blenders to Instant Pots and everything in between! Attendees brought their questions, tips, resources, recipes and accessible appliance recommendations!
20240402 Into the Dreamscape Originally Broadcasted April 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5 What is dreaming? Do they mean something or not? Do you remember your dreams? If so, what are they like? Participants joined Patty and Kaila as they delved into the dreamscape. Sponsored by: Patty's World
20240402 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted April 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5 The Unmute Presents team was ready to resolve your tech queries or guide you to find answers yourself, across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. Sponsored by Unmute Presents Access Unmute Presents Podcasts
20240402 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted April 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time: Barbecued Round Steak. If cooking along, you need the following: 1 to 1 1/2 pounds round steak 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic-Minced 1/4 cup vinegar 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon paprika 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon pepper Mixing bowl Skillet Spoons Oven Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Email ...
All are welcome! 20240401 Harambe-A Call to Unity Originally Broadcasted April 1, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This call is designed to bring together members of the ACB African American community and friends for a time to share experiences, hopes and dreams. This week's topic was, "Where Do We Go from Here?" It's based on the book by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King.
20240401 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted April 1, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Kaila and Bel to tell the story behind their answer to the Daily question. Attendees chose one of the previous week's questions and gave us the full scoop!
20240401 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted April 1, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.
20240401 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted April 1, 2024, on ACB Media 5 BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone with tactile buttons. Whether you are a new user or are curious about its many features, participants joined Diane Ducharme for an instructional session about how to use the device. Sponsored by BlindShell USA
20240329 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted March 29, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
