Penny Forward Podcast
119 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe Penny Forward podcast is a show about blind people building bright futures one penny at a time. Together, we’re learning to be successful in our personal, professional, and financial lives.
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Penny Forward Podcast: Orientation and Mobility Immersion Program with Guide Dogs for the Blind guest Marc Gillard
April 16, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, Marc Gillard from Guide Dogs for the Blind discusses the Orientation and Mobility Immersion program, detailing its evolution and impact on individuals with visual impairments. The hosts, Chris Peterson, Liz Bottner, and MOe Carpenter, explore the challenges and successes of the program, which provides comprehensive training at no cost to participants.During our conversation, Mark opened up about the hurdles that come with providing orientation and...
Public Release: Wednesday Workshop Recording: Feb 28, YNAB Workshop
March 29, 2024 14:04 - 50 minutes - 37.2 MBOur February 28th Wednesday Workshop with YNAB was so well-received, we are making it available for everyone! Transcription Penny-Forward-S2024-E4.5-YNAB-Zoom-CallDownload
Penny Forward Podcast: Rightfully Sewn with guest Tyler Bennett
March 26, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode of the Penny Forward Podcast, hosts Chris Peterson and MOe Carpenter interview Tyler Bennett from Rightfully Sewn. The Kansas City non-profit focuses on providing education and job opportunities in sewing and fashion for those facing employment barriers. Tyler discusses Rightfully Sewn's mission, its integration with Alpha Point, and the organization's commitment to diversity and inclusion. The conversation also covers the sewing job market, training specifics, and how Right...
Penny Forward Podcast: Taxes With A Blind CPA with guest Cody Bair
March 12, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, hosts Chris Peterson and MOe Carpenter are joined by Cody Bair, a blind CPA from Colorado who specializes in research and development tax credits. With co-host Liz Bottner attending the American Council of the Blind D.C. Leadership Conference, the conversation is focused on understanding taxes from a blind person's perspective. Cody shares his extensive experience and provides insights on various methods of filing taxes, emphasizing the use of e-f...
Penny Forward Podcast: Love on a Budget – How to Date Without Breaking the Bank with guest Janeen Lea
March 05, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode, hosts MOe Carpenter, Chris Peterson, and Liz Bottner welcome guest Janeen Lea. They engage in an open conversation about dating, relationships, and budgeting. They share personal stories and offer creative date ideas ranging from inexpensive activities like geocaching and picnicking to attending community theater. The group also discusses the significance of safety in dating, especially for blind individuals, and provides tips for staying safe on dates, such as having an exit...
Penny Forward Podcast: Wander Without Limits with Ted Tahquechi of Blind Travels Blog
February 20, 2024 12:01 - 23 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this installment of the Penny Forward podcast, we are joined by Ted Tahquechi, a visually impaired adventurer and the mind behind the Blind Travels blog. He recounts his personal odyssey and imparts wisdom for traversing the globe with impaired vision. He also sheds light on the significance of adaptive technology and service animals, and the crucial skills of problem-solving and raising awareness. we also discuss atypical career paths for those with visual impairments. To wrap up, Ted emp...
Penny Forward Podcast: Inclusion In Tune, The Shine Music Festival with Shawn Satterfield
February 06, 2024 12:01 - 32 minutes - 23 MBDate and Time 02/06/2024 Length24 hours Description In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, Shawn Satterfield, founder of Shine Music, discusses the Shine Music Festival's mission to create a radically accessible live music event in Colorado. She shares her journey, the challenges faced, and the innovative accessibility features implemented at the festival. The discussion also covers Shawn's background, the importance of community feedback, and the festival's inclusive design....
Penny Forward Podcast : Penny Forward Moving Forward with Chris Peterson
January 23, 2024 12:01 - 25 minutes - 22.5 MBDate and Time 01/23/2024 Length24 hours DescriptionThis week we have Chris Peterson, CEO of Penny Forward, on to discuss our organization's evolution and future plans. We recount his personal journeys, the unexpected challenges like surprise babies and the COVID-19 pandemic, and how these led to the creation of Penny Forward. Our organization has developed online courses, a mobile app, and received significant grants. Looking ahead, we aim to partner with state agencies to expand se...
Penny Forward Podcast Replay: Part 2 Homebound Horizons, Love Leading the Way with Billy and Nancy Irwin
January 09, 2024 12:01 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBAs Penny Forward is celebrating the holiday season, we are pulling up from the archive a previously played episode that is not on our current podcast feed, with a newly added transcript. Date and Time 01/09/2024 Length24 hours DescriptionWelcome to the second half of a two-part episode of the Penny Forward Podcast. In this continuation, Nancy and Billy Irwin discuss their professional journeys and the experience of buying their first home. Nancy speaks about her career shift to ...
Penny Forward Podcast Replay: Part 1 Homebound Horizons, Love Leading the Way with Billy and Nancy Irwin
December 26, 2023 12:01 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBAs Penny Forward is celebrating the holiday season, we are pulling up from the archive a previously played episode that is not on our current podcast feed, with a newly added transcript. Date and Time 12/26/2023 Length24 hours DescriptionReplay Part 1, Homebound Horizons, Love Leading the Way with Billy and Nancy Irwin In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, we interview Billy and Nancy Irwin, a visually impaired couple. They discuss their early lives, education, and caree...
Penny Forward Podcast: Diving into Development, Dialogue with Kolby Garrison
December 12, 2023 12:01 - 30 minutes - 22.3 MB*Note* We are trying something new and directly linking this to our calendar event, so that updated changes may be easily shared with all posts. Date and Time 12/12/2023 Length24 hours Description In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, hosts Liz Bottner, Chris Peterson, and MOe Carpenter interview Kolby Garrison, the development officer of the American Council of the Blind (ACB). Garrison shares her journey as a blind person, from her mainstream education to her struggl...
Penny Forward Podcast: Pitching Possibilities Kevin Reeves’ Path in Production with I See Music
November 28, 2023 12:01 - 37 minutes - 26.8 MB*Note* We are trying something new and directly linking this to our calendar event, so that updated changes may be easily shared with all posts. Date and Time 11/28/2023 Length24 hours Description Pitching Possibilities Kevin Reeves’ Path in Production with I See Music Welcome, listeners, to a brand new episode of the Penny Forward Podcast! We’re thrilled to have the remarkable Kevin Reeves with us today. Kevin, a dynamic individual with a passion for music, takes us on a journe...
Penny Forward Podcast: Unseen Path to Real Estate Success with Gladys Morales
November 14, 2023 12:01 - 34 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, we have the pleasure of welcoming Gladys Morales, a determined individual who is blind and forging her career path in the world of real estate. Join us as Gladys shares her inspiring journey, from dealing with vision loss in her childhood to her mission of providing housing for aging out foster youth. You'll learn about the challenges she's faced, the rewards she seeks, and her unique perspective on real estate. Discover the power of determination...
Penny Forward Podcast: Part 2 Notes of Progress, ACB’s Journey in Fighting for Accessible Currency
October 31, 2023 11:01 - 32 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this collaborative podcast episode between the Penny Forward Podcast and the American Council of the Blind (ACB) Advocacy Update Podcast, we explore the past and future of accessible currency. This week we look more into what has been the recent history and what we need to do to make sure accessible currency comes sooner than later. Select here to see a full transcript... https://www.pennyforward.com/?p=22014&preview=true Show notes ACB Advocacy Update Podcast: https://www.acbmedia....
Penny Forward Podcast: Part 1 Notes of Progress, ACB’s Journey in Fighting for Accessible Currency
October 17, 2023 11:01 - 20 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this collaborative podcast episode between the Penny Forward Podcast and the American Council of the Blind (ACB) Advocacy Update Podcast, we explore the past and future of accessible currency. Our guest, Dan Spoone, the ACB Interim Executive Director, shares the organization's commitment to enhancing the lives of blind and low vision individuals. We delve into the historical background of the accessible currency movement, highlighting ACB's resolutions and a significant class action lawsui...
Penny Forward Podcast: Part 2 Journey Through the Community’s Stories With The Blind History Lady
October 03, 2023 11:01 - 21 minutes - 15.8 MBThis week is part 2 of our discussion with The Blind History Lady. She had so many fantastic stories to share we decided to spread them out over 2 episodes. This week we learn about Thomas David Shaw and what Peggy is currently working on and what is next. Select here to see a full transcript... Show notes The Blind History Lady: Get on her mailing list: [email protected] Find her books on Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/byseries/24325 Research Tools: Ancestry...
Penny Forward Podcast: Part 1 Journey Through the Community’s Stories With The Blind History Lady
September 19, 2023 11:01 - 33 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week is part 1 of our discussion with The Blind History Lady. She had so many fantastic stories to share we decided to spread them out over 2 episodes. This week we learn about Marie's story and the process Peggy uses to research, and who she does research on. Select here to see a full transcript... Show notes The Blind History Lady: Get on her mailing list: [email protected] Research Tools: Ancestry.com Listen to Part 2: https://www.pennyforward.com/penny-forward-pod...
Penny Forward Podcast: The Gift Economy: Where Giving and Receiving Become Acts of Kindness and Community
August 29, 2023 11:01 - 30 minutes - 22 MBIn this podcast episode we focus on the Buy Nothing group on Facebook, where people can give away and ask for items they no longer need. Chris and Kelly Peterson share their experiences with the group, discussing the benefits of participating, such as saving money and building a sense of community. They also mention the importance of clear descriptions and photos when browsing items. Chris touches on the controversy surrounding the Buy Nothing project's association with Facebook and mentions ...
Penny Forward Podcast: Tactile Transformation, The Journey of Blind Girl Designs
August 15, 2023 11:01 - 38 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode of "The Penny Forward Podcast," hosts Chris, Liz, and Moe interview Tricia Waechter, the founder of Blind Girl Designs. Tricia shares her experience in the fashion industry and starting her own company. She discusses her journey of being diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa and the challenges she faced. Tricia also talks about the process of setting up her company, the support she received from her family and the blind community, and her design process as a blind individual. Sh...
Penny Forward Podcast: What is New at APH’s Connect Center for 2023
August 01, 2023 11:01 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBThe APH Connect Center is getting an update. We conversed with Katie, Lori, and Richard, about the upcoming website redesign and what users of Connect Center can expect moving forward. Select here to see a full transcript... Show notes APH Connect Center Website (New site look goes live on July 31) Youtube Connect Center Playlist Information and Referral hotline: 800-232-5463 Email: [email protected] Penny Forward pennyforward.com [email protected] HouseFac...
Penny Forward Podcast: Taking Brave Baby Steps into Brighter financial Futures
July 18, 2023 11:01 - 30 minutes - 22.4 MBHave you ever wondered about getting a "cheap" cell phone and is it worth it? Or what is it like to open a new money market account in today's interest rates, or what about a new credit card? is the Apple card worth it? Chris, Liz, and MOe, give you an update to some of the money moves they have been making this year to make their financial lives a little brighter, one little step at a time. Select here to see a full transcript... Show notes (Some updates will be made to these notes so...
Penny Forward Podcast: How a Veteran Reinvented Himself and Coded us Zanagrams (Mentions of attempted suicide)
July 04, 2023 11:01 - 22 minutes - 16.2 MBTrigger Warning: The following podcast episode contains discussions related to attempted suicide. We understand that this topic may be sensitive and potentially distressing for some listeners. While we approach this topic with care and sensitivity, we want to emphasize that it may evoke emotional responses or trigger personal experiences. We encourage you to prioritize your mental and emotional well-being throughout the episode and to reach out to appropriate support resources if needed. One ...
Penny Forward Podcast: Update Her Own Tiny Little Space
June 20, 2023 11:01 - 25 minutes - 18.8 MBIn our second episode we introduced you to Gina who was about to pour the foundation for her tiny house. It's been a couple of years since then, so we thought we would meet back up with her and find out where she is at now. Select here to see a full transcript... Show notes Gina Marie Applebee First appeared: Her own Tiny Little Space Book she is featured in: What Doesn't Kill Us Makes Us: Who We Become After Tragedy and Trauma Penny Forward Clubhouse Housepennyforward.com penny...
Penny Forward Podcast: Breaking Barriers with Blind Shell USA.
June 06, 2023 11:01 - 32 minutes - 23.6 MBEarlier this year we did an episode on discount cellular providers. Little did we know Blind Shell U.S.A. was about to launch a program with their specialized cell phone for the blind through the affordable connectivity program. With Bari and Diane, learn about Blind Shell and all they have to offer. Select here to see a full transcript... Show notes Blind Shell USA Blind Shell Mobile To find out if it is available for your area, select get qualified and enter in; your email and zip c...
Penny Forward Podcast: Suggestions for a Simplifying Social Security Course
May 23, 2023 11:01 - 19 minutes - 14.4 MBThis week we asked you our audience about your thoughts on what you would like to see in our new course coming out this summer. If you have a suggestion or story to share please call or email us at: [email protected] (888) 332-5558 Select here to see a full transcript... Show notes My Social Security Alternative formats: We can ask for our communications to be provided in braille, large print, or phone call. Regulation 16 19B: This allows you to keep your Medicaid to cov...
Penny Forward Podcast: Sewing Seeds and Making Money, Accessible Gardening for Everyone
May 09, 2023 11:01 - 38 minutes - 27.5 MBThis is a live recording in which Kim and MOe shared some ideas about visually impaired and blind gardening, and we got feedback from the community. Listen in and take some tips away to save yourself or family a bit of money on fresh tasty goods. Click here to see a full transcript... Show notes Garden Sleeves on Amazon Gloves on Amazon Garden Markers on Amazon Label Tape on MaxiAids (0.5 inch) There are 2 sizes of tape, either should work with the garden marker above. There are also man...
Penny Forward Podcast: What Bill is This?
April 25, 2023 11:01 - 29 minutes - 21.6 MBThis is a live recording in which we shared our techniques for identifying currency as the United States has yet to give us accessible paper currency. Click here to see a full transcript... Show notes ACB Accessible Currency Rally This link takes you to the Facebook Live footage from the March 10th Rally in Washington D.C. Show Us the Money Podcast Our first podcast released in March 2023 on this accessible currency topic. Money Identifier This link will take you to the applicatio...
Replay Penny Forward Podcast: Coping With The Most Taxing Season Of The Year
April 11, 2023 11:01 - 36 minutes - 38 MBThis is a replay of a popular tax related episode. Are you stressed out wondering if you’ll get a tax refund or owe money this year? We wanted to learn why some of us get a refund while others end up having to pay, so we invited Leah Hassler, a Certified Public Accountant and professional tax preparer, on to tell us how, with proper planning, we can minimize that stress. Click here to see a full transcript... Show notes Leah Hassler Email: [email protected] Facebook Page: ...
Penny Forward Podcast: Show Us the Money, Advocating for Accessible Currency
March 28, 2023 11:01 - 21 minutes - 15.8 MBOn this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, MOe and Liz share their experiences after attending the ACB D.C. Leadership Conference, and most importantly the accessible currency rally that took place on March 10th, Harriet Tubman Day. Click here to see the transcript... (Transcript will be added when it is available.) Show Notes... )These will also be updated as soon as the transcript is ready.) Rally footage Penny Forward pennyforward.com [email protected] Join as a m...
Penny Forward Podcast: “Taking On Taxes: A Beginner’s Guide To Navigating the World of Taxes” – A Tour of Penny Forward’s Online Course with CEO Chris Peterson.
March 14, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBThis week’s episode of the Penny Forward Podcast features a tour of the nonprofit’’s first online course, “Taking On Taxes: A Beginner’s Guide To The Foreign Language Of Taxes.” Penny Forward’s CEO, Chris Peterson, provides an overview of the course, which was launched with the company’s membership program in March 2022. The course covers important tax concepts, how to do your taxes yourself, and options for professional tax preparers. With tax season approaching, this course is especially re...
Penny Forward Podcast: Discount Cellphone Plans
February 28, 2023 12:01 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBWelcome to Penny Forward, the podcast that helps you save money and stay financially savvy. In this episode, our hosts Chris, Liz, and MOe are joined by special guest Al to discuss why you may want to switch to a discount cellphone provider to help you save money on your monthly phone bill. We also answered listener questions about making the switch. Join our hosts and resident money-saving experts as they dive into the world of discount cellphone providers, exploring the benefits of switchi...
Penny Forward Podcast: Money and Relationships
February 14, 2023 12:01 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBMoney and Relationships (new podcast) With this next release date being a certain holiday associated to love, we decided to sit down with a retired marriage and family therapist, Ann Chiappetta. We had a conversation around how relationships can be effected by our finances, and how we can start to work on some healthy boundaries. Click here to see the transcript... Show Notes... Penny Forward pennyforward.com [email protected] Ann Chiappetta Website: annchiappetta.com ...
Penny Forward Podcast: All About ABLE Accounts in 2023
January 31, 2023 12:01 - 34 minutes - 33.5 MBThis week Chris, Liz, and MOe share with you some of what they know about ABLE accounts. Thanks to an omnibus spending bill passing and change effecting ABLE accounts, they felt this was a very timely topic to share the good news. *NOTE... As we have not seen the bill itself, we have found out since we recorded that the age increase does not go into effect until 2026, but it is still happening. Click here to see the transcript... Show Notes... Penny Forward pennyforward.com pennyforwa...
Penny Forward Podcast: Money Moves to Kick Off 2023
January 17, 2023 12:01 - 23 minutes - 11 MBThis week Chris, Liz, and MOe discuss some of the moves they are making with their finance's to kick off the year right. They discuss getting credit reports, signing up for ABLE Accounts, looking to retirement, and other ways you can lower some bills. Click here to see the transcript... Show Notes... Penny Forward pennyforward.com [email protected] Get your credit reports accessible phone number:877-332-8228, Online access only: annualcreditreport.com Post Production ...
Penny Forward Podcast Archive: Accessibility’s Final Frontier
January 03, 2023 12:01 - 35 minutes - 33.2 MBAs we finish off one year and head off onto another, we dove into the archive to update this past ep. This was the first launch of this program that is being discussed, and it is to our understanding that the second launch of this kind has now happened. Click here to see the transcript... Will blind people ever live and work in space? This week, on the Penny Forward Podcast, Sheri Wells-Jensen will tell us why she, and Mission: AstroAccess believe that it’s critical that even an environ...
Penny Forward Podcast Archive: Holliday Budgeting Tips
December 20, 2022 12:01 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBAs the Penny Forward community is making merry, join us for a dive into the archive for this past podcast ep where we discussed holiday budgeting. Let's come up with ideas on easing the financial burden of the holiday season together. In this ep from 2021, we are sharing a recording of the Zoom call "What's the Matter with Kids Today," where we had a conversation about staying on budget during the holidays. Click Here to Find the Transcript Version... Show Notes Parenting Out of Sigh...
Penny Forward Podcast: In Person from the AFCPE Symposium
December 06, 2022 12:01 - 48 minutes - 49.8 MBClick Here to Find the Transcript Version... Intro Join us this week for a in person recording with 3 of the founders of Penny Forward; Chris, Liz, and MOe, as they attended the AFCPE Symposium in Orlando Fl this past Nov. Listen to them discuss the challenges of attending such an event as a person with a disability, and to the many directions Penny forward is looking forward to moving into over the future months. All 3 were awarded a scholarship to attend the conference. Listen Below...
Penny Forward Podcast: Can I Afford a Guide Dog?
November 22, 2022 22:44 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBAs we at Penny forward are getting ready for the AFCPE Symposium and preparing for the Thanksgiving Holiday, we thought we would dive into the archive and pull up a podcast that hits close to home for many of our members that take part in the members only group chat. Click Here to Find the Transcript Version... Intro Liz and Chris are both guide dog users. And we were curious about how affordable a guide dog might be. Especially to someone on a lower income. Guide dogs aren’t for everybo...
Podcast Episode: Past, Present, and Future of Accessible Voting
November 08, 2022 12:01 - 40 minutes - 35.9 MBToday, we are talking with Clark Rachfal Director of advocacy and governmental affairs of the American Council of the Blind, and Luanne Blake, Director of research programs of the National Federation of the Blind. They will share information related to accessible voting, what options those of us who are blind or low vision have when it comes to casting an accessible, independent ballot, as well as information related to the advocacy efforts that have taken place to ensure that we are able t...
podcast episode: When Life Hands You Lemons, Turn it into a Business
October 25, 2022 11:01 - 30 minutes - 27.1 MBDo you want to bring in more money by starting a business, but you're not sure what you can do? Networking with other business owners is a great way to learn how to turn your ideas into a thriving business. It is also a great way to find inspiration. In this Episode we interviewed 2 of the business owners of IVIE. Learn about the products and services each business offers, and what it took to get each business off the ground. Transcript A full transcript of the podcast can be found here. O...
Podcast Episode: Living Your Best Blind Life
October 11, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 32.1 MBHave you ever wanted to start a podcast, or a blog, or produce videos for YouTube? Our guest this week is Sam Seavey, producer of the Blind Life YouTube channel. Sam has over forty thousand followers on YouTube, and he will teach us what he thinks is key to becoming a popular content producer for the blind community. A full text transcript of this episode can be found at https://pennyforward.com/living-your-best-blind-life The Penny Forward podcast is about blind people building bright futu...
podcast episode: Financial Resilience For People With Disabilities
September 27, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBWe'll be talking with Katie Metz, the director of the Financial Resilience Center at the National Disability Institute. We'll be learning about how the Financial Resilience Center got started, what it currently offers, and what might be coming in the near future. A full text transcript of this episode can be found at: https://pennyforward.com/podcast-transcript-financial-resilience-for-people-with-disabilities/ The Penny Forward podcast is about blind people building bright futures one pen...
Podcast Episode: Investing With A Conscience
September 06, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 31.7 MBThis week, we talk all about investing, and more specifically, sustainable, or ESG, investing, with Penny Forward board member and podcast sponsor Kane Brolin, a blind certified financial planner, and chartered special needs consultant, who may be able to help you, no matter how much you have, or what stage of life you are in. Learn more by visiting brolinwealth.com or by calling 574-254-7180. Securities and advisory services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network. Member Finra SIPC. ...
Podcast episode: APH Connect Center PT Ii
August 23, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.8 MBThis week we conclude a two-part interview with staff members from the APH Connect Center. The American Printing House for the Blind is a hundred and fifty-year-old organization that does a lot to promote the education of blind children and adults. The Connect Center is a branch of APH that maintains a series of websites providing valuable resources to people with visual impairments at all stages of their life. In particular, we'll be learning about Vision Aware, a site for people who are new...
Podcast Episode: APH Connect Center PT. I
August 09, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.9 MBThis week we begin a two-part interview with staff members from the APH Connect Center. The American Printing House for the Blind is a hundred and fifty-year-old organization that does a lot to promote the education of blind children and adults. The Connect Center is a branch of APH that maintains a series of websites providing valuable resources to people with visual impairments at all stages of their life. In particular, we'll be learning about Vision Aware, a site for people who are newly ...
Podcast Episode: Tools Of A Blind Tradesman
July 26, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBOur guest this week is Mike DeZinno. He calls himself "America's blind tradesman," because he has worked in over 13 different skilled trades over the course of his life and career. He also tells us he is the first blind American to attend public school as a mainstream student. We'll be talking about Mike's life and career, how he has started a number of different businesses, and what he thinks was key to the success of those businesses. He'll also teach us how to sell to anyone without feelin...
Podcast Episode: Her Own Tiny Little Space
July 12, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBThank you for your patience while Penny Forward Podcast editor Byron Lee took time to grieve the loss of his mother. We'll be returning with new episodes on July26th. Until then, please enjoy this rerelease of our interview with Gina Marie Applebee. Gina has a B.S. in geology, an M.S. in marine geo physics, an EDS in science education, and a Ph.D. in progress in integral and transformational psychology. Gina was a totally blind PH.D. student working as a figure model, with a dream of living...
Podcast Episode: Vacations And Beyond
June 27, 2022 22:12 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBNew episodes of the Penny Forward podcast will return in mid July. Until then, we'll be rereleasing some early episodes along with recently completed transcripts. This week, we're resharing our interview with blind travel agent and accessible travel advocate Melvin Reynolds. You'll learn what it's like to pursue a career as a blind travel agent, what it's like to travel as a blind person, and some dirty little secrets about cruising with a guide dog. A full text transcript of this episode ca...
Podcast Episode: With A Little Help From My Friends
June 13, 2022 22:11 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBPlease join us in extending our condolence's to Penny Forward Podcast editor Byron Lee after the unexpected passing of his mother last week. To give Byron time to spend with his family, new episodes of the Penny Forward podcast will return in mid July. Until then, we'll be rereleasing some early episodes along with recently completed transcripts. This week, we're releasing the first ever episode of the Penny Forward Podcast. Our first guest was Michael Malver, who had recently found a full-ti...
Podcast Episode: The Fear Factor
May 31, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 29.7 MBDoes fear hold you back? When opportunities come up throughout our lives we don’t always take them because we’re afraid. Whether we’re afraid of failure, or afraid of success, that fear can hold us back from achieving our highest potential. This week, 2022 American Council Of The Blind JPMorgan Chase Leadership Fellow Byron Lee returns to tell us how he recently overcame fear to accept a new and challenging job opportunity. A full text transcript of this episode can be found at https://penny...