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20260914 Traveling As a Blind Person with Stan Gowin

Originally Broadcasted September 14, 2026, on ACB Media 6

Traveling as a blind person can bring unique challenges—and unique rewards. Since retiring, Stan Gowin and his wife have traveled throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and North Africa by air, sea, automobile, and train. Participants joined Stan as he shared his experiences, strategies, and adventures navigating the world as a blind traveler. Bring your questions and your own travel stories as we explored possibilities both close to home and around the globe!

Sponsored by:

ACB of Virginia

20260914 Sports Roundtable

Originally Broadcasted September 14, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20260913 IVIE Entrepreneur Exchange - Benefits of Zoom

Originally Broadcasted September 13, 2026, on ACB Media 6

Lucy Edmonds, Chair Community Support Committee, talked about the benefits of Zoom. She talked about Zoom etiquette, hosting, recording, setting up calls and more. Join us and ask questions.

Sponsored by:

Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs

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20260913 Sunday Night Shellin'

Originally Broadcasted September 13, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined Diane and Cindy for a chat about the BlindShell accessible cell phone which has tactile buttons and is menu driven. The conversation is open to all whether you have a BlindShell or just want to learn more about the features of this accessible phone. We always save time for questions and a little fun.

20260913 Birding with Lucy at Mockingbird Hill

Originally Broadcasted September 13, 2026, on ACB Media 5

On this call, we discussed the Black-Capped Chickadee and Carolina Chickadee. Join “The Chirp Circuit for Blind Birders” on WhatsApp.

20260912 Community Town Hall

Originally Broadcasted September 12, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants talked with the Community Support Committee, and we updated attendees on what's been happening in the Community during the past quarter, they also had an opportunity to ask questions!

Sponsored by:

Community Support Committee

20260912 ASK Bits

Originally Broadcasted September 12, 2026, on ACB Media 6

Participants joined us to explore today’s tech across Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac, along with screen readers and helpful assistive tools. Bring your questions and connect with our BITS team for tips, tricks, and real-world advice to help make your tech work for you.

Sponsored by:

Blind Information Technology Solutions

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20260911 It's Play Time

Originally Broadcasted September 11, 2026, on ACB Media 5

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

20260911 BITS Brains! Play Tech Trivia

Originally Broadcasted September 11, 2026, on ACB Media 6

Participants tested their knowledge with a fun, interactive trivia game covering screen readers, braille displays, Windows, magnification, keyboards, apps, and access technology. Come test your skills, learn something new, and have fun!

Sponsored by:

Blind Information Technology Solutions

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20260911 Are You a Package Hero-Part 2

Originally Broadcasted September 11, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Now that we have the basics of the game down pat, participants dove into the strategy and found out how everybody plays the game differently! Come with your tips and tricks for the game, and your questions.