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 the team 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. Sponsored...
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 26 min
Eric Damery discussed and demonstrated managing sound in JAWS 2022. Sponsored by Vispero
Feb 11, 2022•57 min
Listeners were treated to a time of remembrance and reflection by members of the ACB community for the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The two-hour event highlighted the global impact; Dr. King's writings; speeches; and the music of the civil rights era.
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr 37 min
Making gingerbread brownies. Items needed: • Sugar • unsweetened cocoa powder • kosher salt • unsalted butter • large eggs • molasses • vanilla extract • all-purpose flour • ground cinnamon • ground ginger • baking powder • ground cloves • measuring cups and spoons • Parchment Paper • cooking spray • nine by nine pan • wooden spoon • heat-proof microwave dish or pan for melting butter • slotted spoon • mixing bowl
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr
Listeners discussed Accidentally Engaged by Farah Heron (DB104016).
Feb 10, 2022•59 min
Listeners joined Deb Marinos as she shared useful information about how to get maximum use from your hearing aids. Deb Marinos, MS, is a licensed counselor and has provided training and coaching to electricians; people with disabilities; and healthcare providers for the past thirty-years. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr
They talked about the small kitchen appliances that are loved so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes were shared.
Feb 10, 2022•59 min
Listeners joined Courtney and Kerry as they discussed meal planning and preparation. Join the ACB Cooks email list . Contact ACB Cooks via email .
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr
Jeff Bazer will discuss choosing a stand-alone device. Sponsored by Vispero
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr
ACB Awards Honor Past and Present Leaders Join Terry as she welcomes Janet Dickelman and Katie Frederick of the ACB and BOP Awards Committees and prior award recipients, Larry Johnson and Dan Dillon. I am delighted to also welcome Anna Olsen. We will delve into the history of these coveted awards. Who were the people these awards honor? People such as Jim Olsen, Robert S. Bray, Durward McDaniel and others who achieved national recognition for their contributions in both the blindness/low vision ...
Feb 05, 2022•1 hr
Ron Miller will demonstrate and discuss working remotely in 2022 using JAWS and braille. Sponsored by Vispero
Feb 03, 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...
Feb 03, 2022•58 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...
Feb 02, 2022•58 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...
Feb 02, 2022•59 min
Here we are in the new year. Time for all of those healthy resolutions! Burn some calories, not the food! Listeners stepped into Sheila's kitchen with some delicious but healthy recipes.
Jan 31, 2022•55 min
Despite having talking calculators, computers, and smartphones, some of us like to go back to the basics. Listeners joined Lucy to learn about using the abacus.
Jan 31, 2022•58 min
Listeners read chapters 15, 16, and 17 of 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.
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr
Listeners joined ACB President, Dan Spoone and others for an open discussion around the upcoming ACB DC Leadership Conference and whether to hold a hybrid or virtual only event. The input was appreciated and shared with the board during its meeting on Sunday, January 16.
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 18 min
What is it like to be a single, female, blind homesteader who moves across the country with her animals? Nella has horses, goats, and other farm animals. Listeners joined Nella for tips on deciding where to homestead and to hear her story. Contact us at: ACB.home.Garden.agriculture@gmail.com .
Jan 31, 2022•59 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 were discussed, and listeners were encouraged to bring their own game suggestions.
Jan 31, 2022•59 min
Listeners read chapters 13 and 14 of 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. All were welcome.
Jan 31, 2022•59 min
Making sticky garlic chicken. A mixture of sweet and savory, this chicken will make everyone say yum. Items needed: • light brown sugar • chili sauce • soy sauce • crushed garlic clove • (you can use minced garlic in the jar) • ground ginger • seasoned pepper • 2 pounds cut up chicken (you can use boneless breasts or thighs) • Oven • mixing bowl • spoon • baking pan
Jan 31, 2022•59 min
Listeners shared their experiences with transitioning to independent living, whether that means moving out of your parents' house and living in a dorm or moving into your first apartment. Listeners discussed what experiences have been like living on their own as a blind person from all walks of life.
Jan 31, 2022•37 min
Despite having talking calculators, computers, and smartphones, some of us like to go back to the basics. Listeners joined Lucy to learn about using the abacus.
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr
Listeners discussed the many holiday beverages available.
Jan 31, 2022•55 min
Make cinnamon ripple cake for Christmas Day. Items needed: • Flour • Oatmeal • white Sugar • brown sugar (for the topping) • baking powder • baking soda • salt • cinnamon • eggs • buttermilk • cocoanut • nuts • vanilla • 9 by 9 pan • mixing bowls • spoon or rubber spatula • oven
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 37 min
Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Jan 31, 2022•59 min
Ron Miller showed listeners how to use Kindle for PC with JAWS and braille. Sponsored by Vispero
Jan 31, 2022•59 min
They talked about the small kitchen appliances that are loved so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes were shared.
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr
