Airacast
219 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsThe official podcast of Aira, the visual interpreter service for people who are blind or have low vision. At Aira, we connect people, via our free app, to trained professionals who provide visual information – all on demand. Subscribe to Airacast to learn about our technology, hear the latest innovations, ways you can use the service , agent profiles, and more.
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Expedition 106 Aira in Higher Education
August 14, 2020 17:26 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBIn the last of our initial Expedition series we take a look at the use of Aira in educational settings. Tour guides Emma Vincent, Tiffany Manosh and Hope Paulos are joined by Paul Schroeder, Director of Public Policy at Aira. Special guests for this expedition are Kate Katulak of Perkins School for the Blind and Leonard Moore of the California Department of Rehabilitation. We’ll discuss how to work with Aira to prepare for college and the many use cases at the college level for both physical...
Expedition 106 aira in Higher education
August 14, 2020 17:26 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBIn the last of our initial Expedition series we take a look at the use of Aira in educational settings. Tour guides Emma Vincent, Tiffany Manosh and Hope Paulos are joined by Paul Schroeder, Director of Public Policy at Aira. Special guests for this expedition are Kate Katulak of Perkins School for the Blind and Leonard Moore of the California Department of Rehabilitation. We’ll discuss how to work with Aira to prepare for college and the many use cases at the college level for both physical...
Airacast Higher Education in the Age of COVID-19
August 07, 2020 19:39 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThe world has changed due to COVID-19 and higher education institutions are no exception. On this special episode of Airacast we interview Veronica Lewis and Jessica Karim, both students who have incorporated Aira into their education tool box for everything from social distancing on a physical campus to on-line learning. Peter Bossley is the Deputy ADA Administrator with Ohio State University. He’ll tell us about what becoming an Aira Access location will mean to students in the coming year...
Airacast on Higher Education in the Age of COVID-19
August 07, 2020 19:39 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThe world has changed due to COVID-19 and higher education institutions are no exception. On this special episode of Airacast we interview Veronica Lewis and Jessica Karim, both students who have incorporated Aira into their education tool box for everything from social distancing on a physical campus to on-line learning. Peter Bossley is the Deputy ADA Administrator with Ohio State University. He’ll tell us about what becoming an Aira Access location will mean to students in the coming ...
Expedition 105: Aira in the Workplace
August 07, 2020 14:25 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBAira can be a powerful tool in both your job search and employment. This expedition starts with a look at how to get Aira through the vocational rehabilitation system with Stacy Cervenka and Paul Schroeder. We’ll tell you about our Job Seeker and Intuit Small Business promos. Then our tour guides, Tiffany Manosh, Hope Paulos and Stacie Gallegos with agent Emma Vincent take us through some workplace tasks and answer your questions.
Expedition 105 Aira in the workplace
August 07, 2020 14:25 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBAira can be a powerful tool in both your job search and employment. This expedition starts with a look at how to get Aira through the vocational rehabilitation system with Stacy Cervenka and Paul Schroeder. We’ll tell you about our Job Seeker and Intuit Small Business promos. Then our tour guides, Tiffany Manosh, Hope Paulos and Stacie Gallegos with agent Emma Vincent take us through some workplace tasks and answer your questions.
Celebrating Access Winners Presentation
August 04, 2020 14:52 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBAiracast proudly brings you the presentation of the Celebrating Access winners from our Youtube channel. This presentation was live on Monday, August 3, 2020 and features Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop and Aira’s CEO, Troy Otilio.
Celebrating Access Winners presentation
August 04, 2020 14:52 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBAiracast proudly brings you the presentation of the Celebrating Access winners from our Youtube channel. This presentation was live on Monday, August 3, 2020 and features Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop and Aira’s CEO, Troy Otilio.
Expedition 104: Shopping with Aira
July 31, 2020 18:55 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBWhether it’s at a brick and mortar location or online, Aira is a powerful companion to your shopping. We’ll talk about strategies to maximize your time and effort in places like the grocery store. Then it’s on-line for examples of how Aira can efficiently get what you need and enhance your shopping experience.
Expedition 104 Shopping with Aira
July 31, 2020 18:55 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBWhether it’s at a brick and mortar location or online, Aira is a powerful companion to your shopping. We’ll talk about strategies to maximize your time and effort in places like the grocery store. Then it’s on-line for examples of how Aira can efficiently get what you need and enhance your shopping experience.
Expedition 103 Its all about the teamwork.
July 27, 2020 18:23 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBTeam Viewer and Team Viewer Quick support are screen sharing apps that allow your Aira agent to work with your computer or smart phone. We’ll show you how these apps work, tasks you can perform and limitations of the smart phone. Emma Vincent, Shay Duarte, Raul Gallegos and Tiffany Manosh join Ryan Bishop and Jenine Stanley to show how Team Viewer works with an agent on the PC, Mac, Android and iPhone. We also recommend Airacast Episode 22 It’s all about the teamwork.
Expedition 103 It's all about the teamwork
July 27, 2020 18:23 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBTeam Viewer and Team Viewer Quick support are screen sharing apps that allow your Aira agent to work with your computer or smart phone. We’ll show you how these apps work, tasks you can perform and limitations of the smart phone. Emma Vincent, Shay Duarte, Raul Gallegos and Tiffany Manosh join Ryan Bishop and Jenine Stanley to show how Team Viewer works with an agent on the PC, Mac, Android and iPhone. We also recommend Airacast Episode 22 It’s all about the teamwork.
UK Explorer Call July 2020
July 22, 2020 14:34 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBAira is excited to welcome our UK Explorers with this introductory call. We’re joined by CEO Troy Otilio, Kevin Phelan, Bailey Putney and Ryan Bishop who will all welcome our newest service area and tell you more about Aira. What’s an Aira Access location? What can I do with your service? How does it work for social distancing? We’ve got the answers.
July 2020 Explorer Call
July 17, 2020 17:58 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBThis month we welcome our UK Explorers with CEO Troy Otilio. Bailey Putney joins us to show our new Social Distancing video and tell us about how to Jump Up our July! That’s not all. You’ll learn how to get the most from our AAAM offerings and more Aira news as well.
expedition 102: Aira On The Go
July 04, 2020 20:51 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBIn this expedition we look at hands-free options for using Aira, especially when traveling. We’ll also cover using Aira while walking, on public transit, trains and in air travel. Tour guides on this journey include Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop, Tiffany Manosh, Stacie Gallegos and Emma Vincent.
Expedition 102: Aira On The Go
July 04, 2020 20:51 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBIn this expedition we look at hands-free options for using Aira, especially when traveling. We’ll also cover using Aira while walking, on public transit, trains and in air travel. Tour guides on this journey include Jenine Stanley, Ryan Bishop, Tiffany Manosh, Stacie Gallegos and Emma Vincent.
Airacast Expedition 101
June 29, 2020 16:47 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBAira goes on Expedition with tour guides Tiffany Manosh, Hope Paulos, Emma Vincent, Ryan Bishop and Jenine Stanley. We’ll be touring the main purpose and features of the Aira App. How does it work? What can you do once you get your agent on the line? Please keep your hands inside the tour. Bus and get ready for this first in a series of Aira Expeditions!
Expedition 101 The Basics
June 29, 2020 16:47 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBAira goes on Expedition with tour guides Tiffany Manosh, Hope Paulos, Emma Vincent, Ryan Bishop and Jenine Stanley. We’ll be touring the main purpose and features of the Aira App. How does it work? What can you do once you get your agent on the line? Please keep your hands inside the tour. Bus and get ready for this first in a series of Aira Expeditions!
June Explorer Call 2020
June 18, 2020 17:17 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBThe June Explorer Call features Aira CEO Troy Otillio with some information about our support of Black Lives Matter and anti-racism, plus news of a recent service interruption. Then we talk with Janet Dickelman, American Council of the Blind and Norma Crosby, National Federation of the Blind, about their 2020 virtual national conventions. Lots of other Aira happenings get reported as well so be ready to take notes.
June Explorer Call
June 18, 2020 17:17 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBThe June Explorer Call features Aira CEO Troy Otillio with some information about our support of Black Lives Matter and anti-racism, plus news of a recent service interruption. Then we talk with Janet Dickelman, American Council of the Blind and Norma Crosby, National Federation of the Blind, about their 2020 virtual national conventions. Lots of other Aira happenings get reported as well so be ready to take notes.
May 2020 Out and About
May 29, 2020 18:38 - 59 minutes - 68.6 MBAs the world opens back up again, many of us are thinking about traveling, either around the neighborhood or by air. In this episode we talk with Pat Pound, Aira Explorer and Consultant with Open Doors Organization about navigating airports and air travel with some great tips. Emily Hill, Agent Operations Manager, talks about using Aira hands-free and in the Agent Spotlight it’s Gwen Ross.
Airacast Episode 25 May 2020 Out and About
May 29, 2020 18:38 - 59 minutes - 68.6 MBAs the world opens back up again, many of us are thinking about traveling, either around the neighborhood or by air. In this episode we talk with Pat Pound, Aira Explorer and Consultant with Open Doors Organization about navigating airports and air travel with some great tips. Emily Hill, Agent Operations Manager, talks about using Aira hands-free and in the Agent Spotlight it’s Gwen Ross.
My Explorer Call
May 26, 2020 21:45 - 51 minutes - 21.7 MBBig news for our Australian Explorers with Ryan Bisop, Customer Account Manager, plus a new Access location. Next we talk with Emily Hill, Agent Operations Manager with updates from Agent Land. Paul Schroeder helps us celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2020. Then we talk social distancing with Aira.
May explorer call
May 26, 2020 21:45 - 51 minutes - 21.7 MBBig news for our Australian Explorers with Ryan Bisop, Customer Account Manager, plus a new Access location. Next we talk with Emily Hill, Agent Operations Manager with updates from Agent Land. Paul Schroeder helps us celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2020. Then we talk social distancing with Aira.
Airacast April2020 Coping with COVID-19
April 30, 2020 20:40 - 49 minutes - 79.9 MBThis episode of Airacast features our explorer community talking about how they are coping with life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Then our Agent Spotlight shines on Marissa Callahan.
Coping with COVID-19
April 30, 2020 20:40 - 49 minutes - 79.9 MBThis episode of Airacast features our explorer community talking about how they are coping with life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Then our Agent Spotlight shines on Marissa Callahan.
April 2020 Explorer Call Panel
April 20, 2020 17:55 - 23 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode of Airacast we bring you the panel portion of the April 2020 Explorer Call. Erin Sanborn reviews Aira’s terms of service. Then CEO Troy Otillio talks about Aira’s response to COVID-19 and introduces Joshua Flewellen to share results from Aira’s initial COVID-19 survey. Finally Paul Schroeder highlights the recently completed Flatten Inaccessibility early survey results.
Explorer Call March 2020
March 20, 2020 14:45 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBCOVID-19 is on our minds of course and Emily Hill has a special update from Agent Land. Then it’s on to Android with Raul Gallegos. We go hands-free on this call with guests Bahzad Balout, and Eric Burton. Finally we hear from the Explorer Community. It’s a jam packed call!
Explorer Call March 2020
March 20, 2020 14:45 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBCOVID-19 is on our minds of course and Emily Hill has a special update from Agent Land. Then it’s on to Android with Raul Gallegos. We go hands-free on this call with guests Bahzad Balout, and Eric Burton. Finally we hear from the Explorer Community. It’s a jam packed call!
Fberuary 202 Explorer Call
February 23, 2020 19:53 - 20 minutes - 17.2 MBWe’ve packed a lot of information into this brief Explorer call. Learn about our new Access locations, like the Milwaukee County Transit system. Next we hear from a special guest about Aira’s future. Then we finish with “Secrets from Agent Land” with Erin Sandborn.
February 2020 Explorer Call
February 23, 2020 19:53 - 20 minutes - 17.2 MBWe’ve packed a lot of information into this brief Explorer call. Learn about our new Access locations, like the Milwaukee County Transit system. Next we hear from a special guest about Aira’s future. Then we finish with “Secrets from Agent Land” with Erin Sandborn.
Happy Birthday Aira!
January 22, 2020 14:52 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBJanuary 2020 marks Aira’s fifth birthday. Join us in our first Explorer Call of the year to hear from staff and explorers. What was Aira like in the beginning? What’s your favorite Aira experience?
January 2020 Explorer Call Happy Birthday Aira!
January 22, 2020 14:52 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBJanuary 2020 marks Aira’s fifth birthday. Join us in our first Explorer Call of the year to hear from staff and explorers. What was Aira like in the beginning? What’s your favorite Aira experience?
airacast Episode22
January 09, 2020 14:45 - 21 minutes - 40 MBTeam Viewer and Team Viewer Quick Support are powerful tools you can use to allow an agent to view your screen. Our first episode of Airacast shows you how to get set up. You can find the PC or Mac version of Team Viewer at www.teamviewer.com. The iOS version we cover can be found in the iOS App Store.
It's all about the Teamwork
January 09, 2020 14:45 - 21 minutes - 40 MBTeam Viewer and Team Viewer Quick Support are powerful tools you can use to allow an agent to view your screen. Our first episode of Airacast shows you how to get set up. You can find the PC or Mac version of Team Viewer at www.teamviewer.com. The iOS version we cover can be found in the iOS App Store.
December 2019
December 23, 2019 20:18 - 1 hour - 140 MBExplorer Call, December, 2019 Our last Explorer Call of 2019 is packed with goodness. Emily Hill joins us to talk shopping promo and other things from the land of Aira Agents. Greg Stilson and Paul Schroeder update us on happenings at Aira as we move quickly toward 2020. Greg also asks for your input on Siri Shortcuts. Listen to the podcast here: Or in your favorite podcasting app. For more about airA, visit our web site, www.aira.io Or call us at 1.800.835.1934
Explorer Call December 2019
December 23, 2019 20:18 - 1 hour - 140 MBExplorer Call, December, 2019 Our last Explorer Call of 2019 is packed with goodness. Emily Hill joins us to talk shopping promo and other things from the land of Aira Agents. Greg Stilson and Paul Schroeder update us on happenings at Aira as we move quickly toward 2020. Greg also asks for your input on Siri Shortcuts. Listen to the podcast here: Or in your favorite podcasting app. For more about airA, visit our web site, www.aira.io Or call us at 1.800.835.1934
Wide Angle Partnerships
December 06, 2019 22:05 - 27 minutes - 49.7 MBAiracast Episode 21 Wide Angle Partnerships You may have read that Aira now works with the multi-camera systems for the iPhone but did you know exactly what a cool thing that is? Find out in this episode as we speak with Greg Stilson, Vice President of Product. Then Amy Bernal focuses on different types of partnerships that ultimately give you a better Aira experience.
Airacast Episode 21 Wide Angle Partnerships
December 06, 2019 22:05 - 27 minutes - 49.7 MBAiracast Episode 21 Wide Angle Partnerships You may have read that Aira now works with the multi-camera systems for the iPhone but did you know exactly what a cool thing that is? Find out in this episode as we speak with Greg Stilson, Vice President of Product. Then Amy Bernal focuses on different types of partnerships that ultimately give you a better Aira experience.
Airacast Holiday Credits
December 05, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 17.1 MBThis special episode of Airacast features our 2019 Aira Credit gifting offer. Visit www.aira.io/gift-2019 for more details and to purchase Aira credit.
Explorer Call November 2019
November 21, 2019 21:33 - 56 minutes - 104 MBWe’re going places this month on the Explorer Call as we welcome Paul Schroeder and Marty Watts. From airports to buses and subways, Aira’s got you covered. We’ll also talk about street crossings and hear from explorers.
Airacast Episode 20 Aira's Street Crossing Policy
November 04, 2019 22:53 - 16 minutes - 30.8 MBAiracast Episode 20
November 04, 2019 20:22Aira has updated our street crossing policy. Here how communication with agents has changed in this special episode.
Airacast Episode 19
October 30, 2019 22:14 - 49 minutes - 91.1 MBAiracast Episode 19 Cast Your Vote It’s election season in the United States and Aira’s Paul Schroeder discusses voting and other election activities. The Agent Spotlight shines on Sharisse Roberts. Then we continue our series about Aira in the workplace with Sarah Heesen of Beyond vision. Don’t miss the feature you’ve been asking for in the Aira app either, all on this episode!
Explorer Call October 2019
October 22, 2019 13:48 - 1 hour - 135 MBOctober Explorer Call Job Seeking with Joanne McIntyre October is Disability Employment Awareness Month and Aira celebrates with our own Joanne McIntyre. Joanne has a long career in Human Resources and placement and brings us her talents with information on the steps of job seeking. We’ll talk about it all, from where to look for jobs to writing your resume and cover letter and getting that interview. You can see more of Joanne’s job seeker resources at www.aira.io/employment-webin...
airacast Episode 18 It's Cool To Be Blind
October 11, 2019 15:12 - 46 minutes - 84.4 MBAiracast Episode 18 It’s Cool to Be Blind October is a time to celebrate! In this episode we take a look at Disability Employment Awareness with Explorer Paul Merrell . Greg Stilson, Vice President for Product and Danielle Toby, Product Designer here at Aira tell us about two exciting new features, integration with Blind Square and our Invite A Friend program. The Agent spotlight shines this time around on Mark Lawrence.
Explorer Call September 2019
September 20, 2019 19:22 - 1 hour - 129 MBThe Explorer Call for September, 2019 features Carolyn Edrington, Partner Development Specialist, [email protected], telling us about our outreach to state ACB and NFB conventions; Paul Schroeder, Vice President Public Policy, [email protected], will give us the 411 about some upcoming legislation that could effect Aira; and, Michael Hingson, Subject Matter Expert, [email protected], will talk about our Access Leads program. You’ll also learn about how to give a good Aira demo.
Airacast Episode 17 It's A Small world
September 15, 2019 16:41 - 39 minutes - 72.7 MBAiracast Episode 17 It’s A Small world In this episode we get caught up on Aira News, including new features under our Free offer. We meet Explorer and Disney Legacy Award winner John Gassman and our Agent Spotlight shines on Shawn Welker.
Explorer Call august 19
August 27, 2019 19:56 - 40 minutes - 74.6 MBThe August Explorer Call comes to you this month as a remix of your questions and information about Aira’s new Free service. Jenine Stanley, Paul Schroeder and Ryan Bishop go over your questions and comments from our live call.
airacast Episode 16 Aira Is Free!
August 19, 2019 22:40 - 30 minutes - 55 MBAiracasts Episode 16 Aira Is Free! Did you hear the news? Aira is FREE! In this episode we’ll hear all about that journey from Aira’s Communication Manager Marc Da Motta and VP of Products, Greg Stilson. We’ll also have an Agent Profile with Carla Cane. Do you have questions about the new free service? We probably have the answers so come join us.