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ACB Community

Welcome to the ACB Media Community Podcast, home to content from ACB sponsored community events. Our community is growing and we want everyone to find their place in it. From technology to the kitchen, from hobbies and sports to exercise and meditation, and timely discussions to formal presentations, we now have a place to share, learn, and grow. Although most social events will not be shared on this feed, topic driven content will be, and we invite everyone to take part in this ACB community.
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Episodes

20250513 Pitch Fast and Elevate Yourself

20250513 Pitch Fast and Elevate Yourself Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5 This was a hands-on and engaging session with Jeff Bishop and Zelda Gebhard, members of the ACB Board of Publications. We learned and practiced strategies on how and when to express our opinions in public spaces while being respectful. We learned and practiced putting together our personal Elevator Pitches. Be brave — it’s all for fun! Sponsored By: ACB Next Generation Find out more at https://acb-commun...

May 13, 20251 hr 11 min

20250513 Homophones with Mary Haupt

20250513 Homophones with Mary Haupt Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5 This week, we concentrated on "A L L O W E D" and "A L O U D" and "B R E A D" and "B R E D." Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 13, 202556 min

20250513 Games to Play with Lady A!

20250513 Games to Play with Lady A! Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 13, 202557 min

20250513 Herbies Community Cooking Corner

20250513 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2025, on ACB Media 5 This time: Chicken Fried Steak with gravy and scrambled Eggs. If you Cook along, you need the following: FOR THE CHICKEN FRIED STEAK: 1 1/2 cups whole milk 2 large eggs 2 cups of all-purpose flour 2 tsp. seasoned salt Black pepper 3/4 tsp. paprika 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 3 lb. cube steak (tenderized) Kosher salt 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil 1 Tbsp. butter FOR THE GRAVY: 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour 4...

May 13, 20251 hr

20250512 Bookability

20250512 Bookability Originally Broadcasted May 12, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Meka and other bookish friends of the community as they answered fun questions, gave lots of book recommendations, and extended their book lists to infinity and beyond. Please also join the announce-only Bookability list by sending a blank email to: bookability+subscribe@groups.io Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 12, 202559 min

20250512 Sports Round Table

20250512 Sports Round Table Originally Broadcasted May 12, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 12, 202559 min

20250511 Sunday Night Shellin'

20250511 Sunday Night Shellin' Originally Broadcasted May 11, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Cindy LaBon and Diane Ducharme every other Sunday for a discussion about all things Shells - it could be peanut shells, seashells but mostly BlindShells. Cindy and Diane love answering questions so bring lots to the discussion. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 11, 202559 min

20250510 Basics with BITS - Open Forum

20250510 Basics with BITS - Open Forum Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5 This time, it was an Open Forum, where we asked our participants what topics you would like presented on Basics With BITS. We want to hear from you, so bring us your thoughts and ideas, and help us learn how to better serve the needs of our community. Sponsored by: Blind Information Technology Specialists Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 10, 202557 min

20250510 Handy Around the House

20250510 Handy Around the House Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Need help with small home repairs like fixing outlets, installing smoke detectors, or squeaky doors? Participants join us each month to share DIY tips and tricks with other handy members of the ACB Community. Let’s tackle those everyday fixes together! Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 10, 202536 min

20250509 Its Play Time

20250509 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 09, 202551 min

20250509 A Blind View – More Than Meets the Eye

20250509 A Blind View – More Than Meets the Eye Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5 **Participants joined Bel for an uplifting conversation about how we show the world who we are beyond blindness. From music lovers and comedians to leaders and storytellers, we explored the many ways blind individuals express their personality, challenge assumptions, and share their full selves. Come ready to reflect, share, and celebrate what truly makes you . ** Find out more at https://acb-commu...

May 09, 202556 min

20250509 In Perspective

20250509 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Jean Marcley, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader and Standup Comic Sponsored by: Branco Events Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 09, 202558 min

20250509 Travel Ready - From Home to Hotel

20250509 Travel Ready - From Home to Hotel Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Whether planning for the upcoming ACB convention or a weekend get-away, join us for an hour of sharing travel tips and tricks to get you ready. Topics included: finding flights, efficient packing, asking for help, acclimating to unfamiliar surroundings, budgeting, and stretching every dollar, staying organized in your temporary abode, and utilizing the tools we have available to us. Be sure to bring you...

May 09, 202558 min

20250509 Pathways with Patty - Low Tech No Tech Asks Hey Casey

20250509 Pathways with Patty - Low Tech No Tech Asks Hey Casey Originally Broadcasted May 9, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Bridging the great chasm which separates the Disabled from the non-disabled. What can we as persons who are blind do to complete this mission? What types of information building blocks do you need to build such bridges in your life? Previously, we gathered to talk about our tech challenges. Many had questions. Now, Casey Mathews of Web Friendly Help is going to try to answer some of ...

May 09, 202548 min

20250508 Beginning Your Voiceover Voyage - What Does This Button Do?

20250508 Beginning Your Voiceover Voyage - What Does This Button Do? Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Have you ever felt overwhelmed when navigating the exhaustive list of menu options in the Settings app? Participants joined Bel and Rick as they took a closer look at some of these options and explained what they really mean. contact the facilitator Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 08, 20251 hr

20250508 Essential Oils with Hayley-Rest and manage stress

20250508 Essential Oils with Hayley-Rest and manage stress Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5 After just completing an intense week at our state training facility, I could not have done it without the support from my essential oils when it came to the rest, I needed to get through the day as well as to combat the moments of anxiety. Participants joined me in finding out just how I use them and how they may benefit them. Email the facilitator Find out more at https://acb-community...

May 08, 202558 min

20250508 Vispero - Access settings in Microsoft Edge with JAWS

20250508 Vispero - Access settings in Microsoft Edge with JAWS Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned how to access, search, and sync settings, plus manage important data in the Edge browser with JAWS Sponsored by: Vispero Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 08, 202558 min

20250508 I Love Braille - "I have a question"

20250508 I Love Braille I have a question Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants asked and answered braille related questions. This was quite an interactive session. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Access Archives Email Vileen Shah Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 08, 20251 hr

20250508 Berl Colley Leadership Training - Things to know if considering board service

20250508 Berl Colley Leadership Training - Things to know if considering board service Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2025, on ACB Media 6 Serving on a board can be rewarding, but it also comes with important responsibilities. Participants joined the next Berl Colley Leadership Training as we talked with ACB Board Member Kenneth Semien Sr. about what board service really means and explored helpful resources for current and future leaders. Thinking about joining a board? Don’t miss this! Sponsored...

May 08, 202559 min

20250507 Harambee-What Black Motherhood Means to Me

20250507 Harambee-What Black Motherhood Means to Me Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Black motherhood is a delicate balance of raising children to feel empowered while understanding the challenges of being Black in America. As Mother's Day approached, participants joined us as we shared what Black motherhood truly means. Sponsored by: Harambee Alliance of the Blind Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 07, 202553 min

20250507 Office Space - A journey into the cloud

20250507 Office Space - A journey into the cloud Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2025, on ACB Media 5 In this episode, we explored cloud storage options. Drop box, one drive and Google drive… Which option is easiest to use, best for housing and sharing your information, and which is the most secure. Sponsored by: ViperTech Training Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 07, 20251 hr 1 min

20250507 Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen

20250507 Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Cooking with vision loss can be challenging but it can also be very rewarding. Participants joined the conversation with Chef Debra, the Executive Chef and Founder of the Blind Kitchen, to learn about and share adaptive cooking tools and strategies for cooking safely, confidently, and independently in spite of vision loss. Sponsored By: The Blind Kitchen Visit the Blind Kitchen on YouTube ...

May 07, 202559 min

20250506 Homophones with Mary Haupt

20250506 Homophones with Mary Haupt Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined us for some friendly competition as we played the third and final session of our current game of "Homophone Bee." Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 06, 202555 min

20250506 Herbies Community Cooking Corner

20250506 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined me for another cooking adventure. This time: Garlic bread Pizza. If you cook along, you need the following: 1 loaf French baguette or Italian bread 1/4 C unsalted butter (melted) 4 cloves garlic minced 1 tsp dried Italian seasonings or oregano 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional-for a bit of heat) 1 Cup marinara sauce (store bought or homemade) 1 1/2 Cups shredded mozzarella c...

May 06, 202559 min

20250505 Sports Round Table

20250505 Sports Round Table Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 05, 20251 hr

20250503 Basic iPhone class

20250503 Basic iPhone class Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, 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. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 03, 20251 hr

20250503 Demand Our Access

20250503 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Jonathan discussed accessibility overlays and using AI in the testing of digital content for accessibility. Sponsored by: Demand Our Access Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 03, 202549 min

20250503 Blindness Prematurity Call

20250503 Blindness Prematurity Call Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Do preemies have more health problems Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 03, 202548 min

20250503 Community Unmuted

20250503 Community Unmuted Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 5 This episode, we answered your tech questions! Sponsored by: Club Unmute Access Unmute Presents Podcasts Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co...

May 03, 202558 min

20250502 Its Play Time

20250502 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2025, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

May 02, 202548 min
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