20240810 Handy Around the House Originally Broadcasted August 10, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Need a few tips on installing a smoke detector, fixing an electrical outlet, dealing with that pesky squeaky door or other things around the house? This call’s for you. Participants joined me and other handy folks from around the ACB Community as we shared tips and tricks for tackling those DIY projects. Being able to do some basic repairs yourself saves you time and money, plus it’s a great feeling to say, I ...
Aug 11, 2024•54 min
20240809 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted August 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Aug 10, 2024•2 hr 16 min
20240809 Community Couch-Audio description Originally Broadcasted August 9, 2024, on ACB Media 6 This time, we talked about all things’ audio description. Please come share tips on accessing audio description on different devices, your favorite streaming service for watching shows or movies with audio description and what your hopes are for the future of audio description.
Aug 10, 2024•51 min
20240809 A Blind View–Fear Originally Broadcasted August 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 What does fear look like to you? This week, participants joined Bel for a discussion of fear and blindness.
Aug 10, 2024•58 min
20240809 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted August 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Sara Freeman Smith, author of “Turning Stones into Gems,” a book about setting and achieving personal goals. Sponsored by: Branco Events
Aug 10, 2024•59 min
20240809 Learning Blind Tech with Desiree Renee Originally Broadcasted August 9, 2024, on ACB Media 5 We recapped a little using the zoom essential recorder, taking recorded files from the device, and importing them for editing. We also touched a bit on AppleVis, would love to hear some experiences and favorite content from the site that may be going away at the end of August. Email me at: desiree@desireerenae.com ** with feedback and ideas for future calls.**...
Aug 10, 2024•58 min
20240808 Vispero–Manage Messages in Gmail with JAWS Originally Broadcasted August 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5 We showed attendees how to move messages from your inbox to another label, archive messages to All Mail, and delete or recover Gmail messages using JAWS. Sponsored by: Vispero
Aug 09, 2024•59 min
20240808 NVDA Basics–Mozilla Firefox Originally Broadcasted August 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This week, we discussed Mozilla Firefox. For details for this week’s class: Click here
Aug 09, 2024•47 min
20240808 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted August 8, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This week, we had an interactive discussion on braille from questions participants will be asked. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah
Aug 09, 2024•56 min
Office Space Explore your Windows computer with Tyson Ernst, Access Technology educator for the Washington Dept of services for the blind, and learn the ins and outs of your PC. Topics covered will include: the Windows desktop environment, File explorer, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point from a screen reader perspective. Each session will build upon the previous one working towards competent and confident use of the Office productivity applications. All skill levels welcome. Come prepared to...
Aug 08, 2024•56 min
Office Space Explore your Windows computer with Tyson Ernst, Access Technology educator for the Washington Dept of services for the blind, and learn the ins and outs of your PC. Topics covered will include: the Windows desktop environment, File explorer, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point from a screen reader perspective. Each session will build upon the previous one working towards competent and confident use of the Office productivity applications. All skill levels welcome. Come prepared to...
Aug 08, 2024•57 min
20240807 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted August 7, 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!
Aug 08, 2024•57 min
20240806 Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted August 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Mary Haupt for the final round of this game of "Homophone Bee." At the end of the hour, prizes were awarded to those with the highest cumulative scores.
Aug 07, 2024•53 min
20240806 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted August 6, 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
Aug 07, 2024•59 min
20240805 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted August 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr
20240803 Basic iPhone Class Originally Broadcasted August 3, 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.
Aug 03, 2024•58 min
20240803 INSPIRE presentation Originally Broadcasted August 3, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the INSPIRE team as we spoke to you about the program and answered your questions about this program.
Aug 03, 2024•47 min
20240803 Blindness prematurity call Originally Broadcasted August 3, 2024, on ACB Media 5 For those born earlier than their due date due to RLF or now ROP.
Aug 03, 2024•1 hr
20240802 Toris Tribute Originally Broadcasted August 2, 2024, on ACB Media 6 Participants joined their Community friends as we celebrated the life of Victoria "Tori" Zigler.
Aug 03, 2024•55 min
20240802 Its Play Time presents–The Not-So-Newly Wed Game Originally Broadcasted August 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This was a special event the listener did not want to miss! Meka and Cindy brought together another three special ACB couples to take part in this fun-filled evening of an old game show favorite! There is sure to be plenty of laughter to go around! There may even be opportunity for audience questions for these dynamic couples. So come ready to learn a little, laugh a lot, and most cert...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 20 min
20240802 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted August 2, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Jesse Shirek driving the discussion about , autonomous (self-driving) cars Sponsored by: Branco Events
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr
20240801 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted August 1, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Our guest speaker, Sharon Howerton, a retired rehab counselor and braille teacher explained the importance of tracking methods in braille reading. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah
Aug 01, 2024•57 min
20240731 Getting Smarter with Smart Glasses Originally Broadcasted July 31, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Now that many of us have purchased the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, it’s time to come together and share tips and tricks with one another. We especially want to hear from those who have experiences which are tried and true. Let’s help each other figure out the best way to use this amazing fashion accessory that is so much more! If you are someone interested in purchasing these glasses, you are welcome...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr
20240731 Recipe Swap Meets Its Electric Originally Broadcasted July 31, 2024, on ACB Media 5 The Recipe Swap and It’s Electric calls teamed up for a winning combination call! Participants joined Sheila & Jeannie and brought their favorite recipes using small kitchen electrics.
Jul 31, 2024•58 min
20240730 Brailliance, a new iOS game Originally Broadcasted July 30, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Holly for a demo and discussion of the new IOS word game Brailliance. It's a bit like a braille wordle, and a great way for new users to practice braille.
Jul 30, 2024•34 min
20240730 Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted July 30, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. Examples: "T A I L" and "T A L E" or "G R A Y" and "G R E Y".
Jul 30, 2024•59 min
20240730 Wow That Was Weird! Originally Broadcasted July 30, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Have you ever thought you had received a message from a deceased relative or friend? Maybe you were thinking about someone you had lost contact with, and that person calls you out of the blue. Judy and Lucy want to hear your stories about things that just can’t be explained!
Jul 30, 2024•27 min
20240730 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted July 30, 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
Jul 30, 2024•53 min
20240730 Herbies community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted July 30, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This time: Sweet and Sour Chicken. If cooking along, you need the following: 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cut into 1/2-inch-thick Cubes salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup cornstarch 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 red bell peppers, Sliced 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/3 cup honey 1/4 cup ketchup 2 cloves garlic, mi...
Jul 30, 2024•59 min
20240729 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted July 29, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min
