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20230523 Unmute Presents

Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 23, 2023

20230523 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2023, on ACB Media 5

Participants join us each week as we share updates on the access technology community and answer your questions regarding iPhones, Androids, Mac, and Windows. We also give participants insight into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and the best podcasts to listen to.

Sponsored by Unmute Presents

20230523 Herbies Cooking Corner

Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 23, 2023

20230523 Herbies Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 23, 2023, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined tori and me as we took you on another cooking adventure. This time: Tortilla Casserole. If cooking with us, you will need the following:

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1 small onion (fry to brown)
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup.
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup.
  • 8 oz. sour cream
  • 1 can diced green chilies.
  • 1 can of sliced olives.
  • 1 can Dennison's chili w/no beans
  • 1 flour tortillas (quartered)
  • Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheese
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9 by 13 pan
  • Oven

We also had Tori's tips where she offered some additional tricks as well as both Vegan and Gluten Free substitutions where possible. We will also consider any recipe requests or future cooking demos.

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20230522 BlindShell 101 and Beyond

Originally Broadcasted May 22, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 22, 2023

BlindShell USA 20230522 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted May 22, 2023, 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**

20230522 Special Considerations when Giving Care to Clients who are Experiencing Vision Loss

Originally Broadcasted May 22, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 22, 2023

20230522 Special Considerations when Giving Care to Clients who are Experiencing Vision Loss Originally Broadcasted May 22, 2023, on ACB Media 5 What are some of the suggestions that can help form a successful care giving/receiving relationship? We explored these critical do’s and don'ts with a care giver and a receiver. Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss

20230520 Demand Our Access

Originally Broadcasted May 20, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 20, 2023

20230520 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted May 20, 2023, on ACB Media 5

Jonathan covered principles of disability equity and justice.

Sponsored by Jonathan Simeone

20230520 FCB presents ACB Voting, Resolutions, & Constitution Updates for 2023

Originally Broadcasted May 20, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 20, 2023

20230520 FCB presents ACB Voting, Resolutions, & Constitution Updates for 2023 Originally Broadcasted May 20, 2023, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined the Florida Council of the Blind, along with Koni Sims, Pat Sheehan, Jeff Thom, and John McCann to hear and learn what is happening with voting, resolutions, and constitution and bylaws at convention this year. This was a good opportunity to ask these committee members questions you may have.

Sponsored by: Florida Council of the Blind

20230519 Its Play Time

Originally Broadcasted May 19, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 19, 2023

20230519 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 19, 2023, on ACB Media 5

Meka and Cindy welcomed attendees to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20230518 Vispero Presentation

Originally Broadcasted May 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 18, 2023

20230518 Vispero Presentation Originally Broadcasted May 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5

Participants learned how to navigate the YouTube website, search for channels and videos, plus access videos using JAWS and native YouTube commands.

Sponsored by Vispero

20230518 I Love Braille

Originally Broadcasted May 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5

May 18, 2023

20230518 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted May 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5

This week's pole star was Barbara Lassen. She shared her experience with learning and using braille.

Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20230517 Untangling Transportation–Transit Services in Schaumburg and More

Originally Broadcasted May 17, 2023, on ACB Media 6

May 17, 2023

20230517 Untangling Transportation–Transit Services in Schaumburg and More Originally Broadcasted May 17, 2023, on ACB Media 6

In advance of the upcoming ACB National Conference and Convention being held from June 30-July 6 in Schaumburg, IL, we invited a representative of the Pace Suburban Bus Division to join us to talk about local transit and paratransit services and the process for requesting eligibility to use Pace Paratransit as a visitor.

Sponsored by Accessible Avenue