2448 Guide to iOS 18 Enhancements for Accessibility (Nov. 27, 2024)

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“If we march into that village and we start trying to persecute people for using poison, something that's very illegal, nobody's going to talk to us. We're not going to find out where the poison came from. We're not going to be able to shut anything down. We should take the approach that people are using poison because they're desperate, because they see no other alternative.” – Andrew Stein Andrew Stein is a wildlife ecologist who spent the past 25 years studying human carnivore conflict from African wild dogs and lions in Kenya and Botswana to leopards and hyenas in Namibia. His work has long focused on finding ways for people and predators to coexist. He is the founder of CLAWS , an organization based in Botswana that's working at the intersection of cutting-edge wildlife research and community driven conservation. Since its start in 2014 and official launch as an NGO in 2020, CLAWS has been pioneering science-based, tech-forward strategies to reduce conflict between people and carnivores. By collaborating closely with local communities, especially traditional cattle herders, CLAWS supports both species conservation and rural livelihoods—making coexistence not just possible, but sustainable.…

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2448 Guide to iOS 18 Enhancements for Accessibility (Nov. 27, 2024)

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Shelly Brisbin, a technology journalist and author, discusses the new revision of her book “iOS Access for All – Your comprehensive guide to accessibility for iPhone and iPad”. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Shelly about new features in iOS for blind and low vision users, including enhancements to braille keyboard, point and speak, hover typing, and Apple Intelligence.

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2516 Dinner Delivered (Apr. 16, 2025)

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2516 Dinner Delivered (Apr. 16, 2025) Show Notes “Dinner Delivered” is a guide for visually impaired individuals on using grocery and meal delivery services. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Kim Loftis Nova, who co-authored the book with Chris Grabowski Nova, about navigating platforms like Instacart, Shipt, and DoorDash. Kim shares her experiences using these services as well as practical tips for using them.…

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2515 The Dark Room Podcast for Movie Lovers (Apr. 9, 2025)

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2515 The Dark Room Podcast for Movie Lovers (Apr. 9, 2025) Show Notes Dive into the world of movies from a visually impaired perspective. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Alex Howard and Lee Pugsley, co-hosts of The Dark Room podcast, about what motivated them to start the podcast, their experiences at movie theaters, challenges with some audio description services, and improving theater accessibility.…

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2514 Re-learning Life Skills After Vision loss (Apr. 2, 2025)

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2514 Re-learning Life Skills After Vision loss (Apr. 2, 2025) Show Notes What does it take to relearn life skills after vision loss? Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Erich Manser about his experiences with blindness training programs, transitioning from magnification to screen readers, and finding value in non-visual techniques. Erich’s journey offers insights into overcoming challenges and learning new skills.…

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2513 Arizona Vacation with PiccyBot and Be My Eyes (Mar. 26, 2025)

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2513 Arizona Vacation with PiccyBot and Be My Eyes (Mar. 26, 2025) Show Notes Experience the vivid landscapes of Arizona as enhanced by detailed descriptions by AI. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey used various AI services like PiccyBot and Be My Eyes to describe their adventures in the Sonoran Desert, the Phoenix Botanical Garden, Sedona’s trails, and more. Explore how technology can enhance the visually impaired’s experience of nature.…

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2512 Benetech Celebrates 25 Years of Making Books Accessible for Everyone (Mar. 19, 2025)

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2512 Benetech Celebrates 25 Years of Making Books Accessible for Everyone (Mar. 19, 2025) Show Notes Benetech’s work has transformed how people with disabilities access information. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with founder Jim Fruchterman and CEO Ayan Kishore about the evolution of Bookshare, the use of AI in accessibility, the Global Certified Accessible program, and how Benetech’s efforts have impacted digital publishing and education.…

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2511 Encore of 2201 The Dream Of A Lifetime (Mar. 12, 2025)

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2511 Encore of 2201 The Dream Of A Lifetime (Mar. 12, 2025) Show Notes The MacArthur Fellowship is a $625,000, no-strings-attached award to extraordinarily talented and creative individuals as an investment in their potential. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Josh Miele, blind since childhood and one of the 2021 fellows, about how his work in the field of accessibility led to him receiving this special award.…

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2510 Connecting Dots – A Blind Life (Mar. 5, 2025)

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2510 Connecting Dots – A Blind Life (Mar. 5, 2025) Show Notes Joshua Miele is a MacArthur Award-winning accessibility expert who became blind at age 4. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with him about his new memoir “Connecting Dots – A Blind Life”, his experiences at UC Berkeley and how he came to work in accessibility, his shift from using a guide dog to a cane and how he hopes his book will reshape views on blindness.…

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2509 Sedona Dave and His Awarewolf Gear Cane Lab (Feb. 26, 2025)

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2509 Sedona Dave and His Awarewolf Gear Cane Lab (Feb. 26, 2025) Show Notes Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey’s Arizona vacation took an unexpected turn when Pete’s All Terrain Hiking Cane needed repair. Fortunately, Sedona Dave, designer of the cane, lived just a few minutes from their hotel. Inviting them into his “Cane Lab”, Dave not only repaired the cane, but also described the various canes offered by Awarewolf Gear.…

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2508 Biped Offers Enhanced Functionality with NOA (Feb. 19, 2025)

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2508 Biped Offers Enhanced Functionality with NOA (Feb. 19, 2025) Show Notes The original Biped navigation device has been upgraded and renamed NOA. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Mael Fabien, co-founder and CEO of Biped AI, about NOA, a wearable AI device offering obstacle detection, navigation feedback, and real-time scene descriptions. They discuss the vest’s design, how it works, and the latest upgrades.…

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2507 Stay Fit with Remote Fitness Coaching (Feb. 12, 2025)

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2507 Stay Fit with Remote Fitness Coaching (Feb. 12, 2025) Show Notes Just because you are visually impaired doesn’t mean you can’t stay fit and healthy. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Evan Schwerbrock, founder of Cane and Able Fitness and the world’s strongest blind man, about his remote training approach, the importance of small steps in fitness, and his journey from vision loss to competing in adaptive strength events.…

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2506 AppleVis and the Power of Community (Feb. 5, 2025)

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2506 AppleVis and the Power of Community (Feb. 5, 2025) Show Notes AppleVis is a hub for visually impaired users of Apple products. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with David Nason and Scott Davert, members of the AppleVis editorial team, about the evolution of the platform, the resources available on AppleVis, the recent partnership with Be My Eyes, and the expansion to cover products outside of the Apple ecosystem.…

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2505 A Crash Course in Confidence (Jan. 29, 2025)

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2505 A Crash Course in Confidence (Jan. 29, 2025) Show Notes Want to kick start your progress to independence? Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Kurt Deichmann and Brian Clark of First Aid for the Blind about their innovative training program. The week-long remote sessions teach life-changing skills and provide vital tools to newly blind individuals, helping them quickly regain confidence and independence.…

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2504 Checkmate – Anyone Can Play Chess (Jan. 22, 2025)

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2504 Checkmate – Anyone Can Play Chess (Jan. 22, 2025) Show Notes Playing chess with vision loss? Why not! Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Glenn Crawford, Rita Crawford, and Marilyn Bland from the United States Blind Chess Association (USBCA). They discuss special equipment, correspondence games, and the challenges and rewards of the game. Learn about the USBCA’s resources and outreach programs.…

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2503 Building Skills and Breaking Stigmas (Jan. 15,

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2503 Building Skills and Breaking Stigmas (Jan. 15, 2025) Show Notes The Blind Institute of Technology (BIT) empowers people with disabilities through skill development, training, and career placement. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Kristy Schenderlein, Director of Operations at BIT, about their innovative programs, funding model, and the critical role of assistive technology in workplace success.…

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2502 Encore of 1404 Life as the Partner of a Blind Person (Jan. 8, 2025)

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