This Is What Blind Looks Like
81 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★ - 6 ratingsJoin two Blind women as they bring you monthly episodes striving to educate the general public about Blindness.
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S. 5 Ep. 3 : What's In My Bag (Guide Dog Edition)
June 24, 2024 05:41 - 26 minutes - 24 MBIn this episode, Angie and Kimberly are back with a fun yet informative one. Ladies, let's talk bags! We know just how important are bag is to us and the items we may need throughout our day. Though, Angie puts a different spin on it... Since, Angie is a guide dog user, her dog needs to have items like water bowls, a puppy oops kit, treats, a bone, and sometimes food. There are other items Angie will pack depending on where she is going and how long she'll be gone for. and what the weather i...
S. 5. Ep. 2. : Get Braille with Tanya and Mark
May 24, 2024 17:56 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBAngie and Kimberly are joined by Tanya and Mark from Get Braille. Get Braille is a company that specializes in transcribing braille. They produce braille menus, braille business card overlays,tactile graphics and so much more! Links: www.GetBraille.com
S. 5. Ep. 1.: Welcome Back!
April 27, 2024 03:47 - 12 minutes - 11 MBThe Ladies of This Is What Blind Looks Like are back after taking a hiatus. They explain why they were gone for as long as they have been and what changes there will be made to the show. No worries, there will still be content.
S 4. Ep. 10: Glamming it up for the Holidays
November 23, 2023 04:18 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBAngie and Kimberly talk about all things make up and share some tips. Angie also talks about how she got into make up and has a story to share. Don't miss it!
S 4. Ep. 9: Ghosts, Demons, Dungeons and Dragons
October 31, 2023 05:12 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBIn this episode, Angie and Kimberly sit down with Richard Bennet from the Knights of the Braille podcast to talk about all things spooky. We also get to know more about Richard himself. You won't want to miss it. You can find more about Richard at 620lifepodcast.com
How To Train Your Guide Dragon: My experience with co-raising and training with Draco Part 2
October 30, 2023 04:40 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBIn the second part of this series, Angie is joined by Meghan. They discuss why Angie chose to privately train instead of going through a program, How to choose a private trainer, and how does placement vary.
S 4. Ep. 8: Interview with Saylor Cooper and Tyler Evans from Hope Without Sight Radio
September 27, 2023 18:45 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBOn this episode, Angie and Kimberly are joined by Saylor from Hope Without Sight Radio and his co-host Tyler. Saylor and Tyler tell us about their radio show and how they got started. They also discuss various topics including blindness, employment discrimination, and so much more. Find out more: realvarietyradio.com
How To Train Your Guide Dragon: My experience with co-raising and training with Draco Part 1
September 11, 2023 20:26 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBHere is the guide series you have long awaited for. Angie is joined by her friend and trainer Meghan Whalen. Meghan is an owner trainer and also has had experience raising and training guide and service dogs. In the first part of this series, they discuss the different ways to obtain a guide dog, juno walk, how to pick a puppy, the cost associated with privately training, and so much more!
How To Train Your Guide Dragon: my experience with co-raising and training with Draco Part 1
September 11, 2023 20:26 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBHere is the guide series you have long awaited for. Angie is joined by her friend and trainer Meghan Whalen. Meghan is an owner trainer and also has had experience raising and training guide and service dogs. In the first part of this series, they discuss the different ways to obtain a guide dog, juno walk, how to pick a puppy, the cost associated with privately training, and so much more!
Meet Our "Excecutive Pawducer " - Guide Dog Series Teaser
September 08, 2023 21:58 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MBAngie takes a moment to introduce a new member of the team of This Is What Blind Looks Like... the furry new member is Angie's guide dog, Draco. Hear about his favorite things besides being in the studio with Angie and of course guiding her around. Get ready for a brand new series coming up about Angie's experience training with Draco. Find Us on: Facebook: facebook.com/thisiswhatblindlookslike Twitter: twitter.com/blindlookslike For more fun Draco content check out: Instagram: instagr...
S 4 Ep. 7: Chatting with Chad Bouton from the Unsyghted Radio Part 2
August 30, 2023 05:11 - 38 minutes - 35 MBA continuation of this episode: Angie and Kimberly sit down with Chad Bouton from the Unsyghted Radic and talk about gaming, podcasting, blindness, what Chad has been up to and so much more! Follow Chad on twitter at twitter.com/unsyghtedradio
S 4 Ep. 7: Chatting with Chad Bouton from the Unsyghted Radio Part 1
August 27, 2023 00:33 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBAngie and Kimberly sit down with Chad Bouton from the Unsyghted Radic and talk about gaming, podcasting, blindness, what Chad has been up to and so much more! Follow Chad on twitter at twitter.com/unsyghtedradio
S 4. Ep. 6: Braille Menus and Good Eats
June 14, 2023 18:23 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBAfter a month's break, Angie and Kimberly are back with an all new episode. Do you like good food and want to know the importance of braille menus? Don't miss this episode filled with delicious goodness. I mean, information.
S. 4. Ep. 5 : Learning about content creation with the Blind Life
April 05, 2023 15:27 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this episode, Angie sits down with Sam from the Blind Life. They talk about how Sam started to create content to help people living with vision loss, how to create content, assistive technology, and more. Rather than your traditional sit down interview, this episode was more of a fun chat. very laid back yet informative. You won't want to miss it. Learn more about the Blind Life at: www.theblindlife.net
S. 4. Ep. 4: Learning about Glaucoma with Dr. Schwieso Part 2
February 27, 2023 21:36 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBJoin us for the second part of the learn about glaucoma episode, with Dr. Kurt Schwieso, Listen to learn about how glaucoma is treated, the difference between open angle glaucoma, closed angle glaucoma, and more.
S. 4 Ep. 3. : Traveling in the snow while Blind
January 28, 2023 21:23 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode, Angie and Kimberly talk snow travel. We discuss the difference between traveling with a cane or a guide dog, we discuss the challenges of snow travel, and techniques we have learned to make it easier.
Seeing Things Christmasly: Part 2
December 17, 2022 04:48 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBHere is part two of our collab with the guys from SeeSaw Podcast, Seeing Things Christmasly. We talk all things christmas like food, traditions, favorite christmas movies and songs, and so much more!
S 4. Ep. 2: How Blind people watch movies and tv shows: All about Audio Description with Eric Wickstrom
November 04, 2022 05:11 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBAngie and Kimberly sit down with Eric Wickstrom, who is the director for Audio Description at International Digital Creation in New York. They have produced audio description for various Netflix series. Come and learn what it takes to produce audio description. It's not as simple as you may think. It is a lot more than just reading a script. Links and info: International Digital Creation: idcdigital.com
S 4. Ep. 1: Have a Spook-tacular Time!
October 31, 2022 02:41 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBJust in time for Halloween, Angie and Kimberly bring you a spooky episode. We talk about halloween memories, pumpkin patches, and kinda go into how not to dress up as someone with a disability and mention ableism. Be sure to tune in!
Diceheads Trailer
October 26, 2022 16:30 - 55 seconds - 869 KBOur Co-host Kimberly has been working with the guys from Seesaw Podcast, Chad Bouton from Hindsight is 20/200, and a few of their friends on making the popular game, Dungeons and Dragons all inclusive to disabilities. You can join the fun by tuning into the Diceheads Podcast. For more information tune in to our first episode of the next season.
S. 3. Ep. 10: Learn about OFCD Syndrome
August 28, 2022 05:24 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode, Angie sits back and listens while Kimberly, tells us about a genetic condition she recently found out she has. This condition, is also linked to her blindness. Kimberly discusses OFCD Syndrome and tells us how people with this condition are affected, how it relates to blindness, and she also shares her experience with it and so much more.
S 3. Ep. 10: Learn about OFCD Syndrome
August 28, 2022 05:24 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode, Angie sits back and listens while Kimberly, tells us about a genetic condition she recently found out she has. This condition, is also linked to her blindness. Kimberly discusses OFCD Syndrome and tells us how people with this condition are affected, how it relates to blindness, and she also shares her experience with it and so much more.
S 3. Ep. 9: Learn About Glaucoma with Dr. Kurt Schwiesow
June 29, 2022 18:24 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBThis episode is a very informative one. Kimberly invites her Glaucoma specialist, Dr. Schwiesow to come talk about Glaucoma. Angie takes a seat and listens as Dr. Kurt is telling us what Glaucoma is, how it is diagnosed, and what treatment options are available. Join us as we learn more and also learn a bit about Dr. Schwiesow and how he came to be an ophthalmologist. Dr. Schwiesow's clinic: Tower Clock Eye Center (920)499-3102
S. 3 Ep. 8: Happy Birthday to us...
May 28, 2022 03:52 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBOn this episode, Angie and Kimberly discuss Birthdays. Fun Fact: Their birthdays are two weeks apart and they are both gemimis. Join the party as the ladies discuss memorable birthdays at varying ages, not so fun birthday party experiences, astrological birth charts, and more.
S 3. Ep. 8: Happy Birthday to us...
May 28, 2022 03:52 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBOn this episode, Angie and Kimberly discuss Birthdays. Fun Fact: Their birthdays are two weeks apart and they are both gemimis. Join the party as the ladies discuss memorable birthdays at varying ages, not so fun birthday party experiences, astrological birth charts, and more.
S 3. Ep. 7: Hitting Home Run: learning about Beep Baseball
April 21, 2022 20:15 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBGet ready to Join Angie and Kimberly along with the players of the Wichita FalconsL Ron, Ira, and AJ for a fun episode about Beep Baseball. Learn all about how beep baseball got started, how it differs from a typical baseball and more. Links and info: Wichita Association of Blind Athletes: wabanp.org National Beep Baseball Association: abba.org
Seeing Things Differently Episode 4: Leisure
March 27, 2022 21:15 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBJoin the guys from SeeSaw Podcast and the Ladies from This Is What Blind Looks Like as they talk about leisure activities they enjoy doing in their past time. They also discuss blind sports, music, cooking and more!
S 3. Ep. 6: Accessible Games
March 14, 2022 18:33 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBJoin Angie and Kimberly for a fun episode all about accessible games. Find out what games they enjoyed growing up and learn about braille board games and braille card games. links and info: Braille game kits and games: 64ouncegames.com Find us on: Facebook.com/ThisIsWhatBlindLooksLike Twitter: Twitter.com/BlindLooksLike
S 3. Ep. 5: Learn about ABLE with Cheryl Orgas
February 24, 2022 06:26 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBOn this episode, Angie and Kimberly chat with Cheryl Orgas who is the director of Audio and Braille Literacy Enhancement. ABLE is an organization that strives to make students school materials accessible to them in braille, as well as children's books, and they record audiobooks by Wisconsin Authors into audiobook so, Blind Wisconsinites can enjoy them. Listen to learn about how ABLE was started and where they are today. Fore more information visit: ablenow.org
S 3. Ep. 4: New Year Goals and at home Covid Tests.
January 24, 2022 03:23 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBAngie and Kimberly talk about their Holiday celebrations, they discuss New Year goals for the podcast as well as their own personal goals. The ladies also mention how covid test kits are not accessible for the blind, they talk about ideas on how the at home tests can be made accessible, and also share their opinions and the importance of covid vaccines. Find us on: Facebook: Facebook.com/ThisisWhatBlindLooksLike Twitter: twitter.com/blindlookslike patreon: patreon.com/ThisIsWhatBlindLook...
S 3. Ep. 3: 'Tis the Season
December 11, 2021 22:45 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBHappy Holidays everyone! Angie and Kimberly are so excited for Christmas. On this episode we talk about our christmas traditions, memorable christmas gifts in our childhoods, blind friendly christmas gifts ideas, and more! Find us on: Facebook: Facebook.com/ThisisWhatBlindLooksLike Twitter: twitter.com/blindlookslike e-mail us at: [email protected]
Seeing Things Differently: Ep. 2: Employment
December 08, 2021 04:58 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWelcome to our second episode of our series with the guys from See Saw Podcast! This episode is a bit more of a serious note, as we discuss employment with in the blind community in the US and UK. We compare assistance we receive from government agencies, any help we receive while looking for employment, and so much more. Be sure to check out See Saw Podcast. You can find them where ever you listen to podcasts. Facebook: Facebook/com/seesawpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/seesawpod
S. 3. Ep. 2: I am Thankful For...
November 25, 2021 06:09 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBIt's Thanksgiving! The ladies discuss what they are both thankful for, thanksgiving traditions, and what their favorite thanksgiving foods are. You don't want to miss it!
S 3. Ep. 2: I am Thankful For...
November 25, 2021 06:09 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBIt's Thanksgiving! The ladies discuss what they are both thankful for, thanksgiving traditions, and what their favorite thanksgiving foods are. You don't want to miss it!
S 3. Ep. 1. : Going to school during a pandemic: A Blind student's perspective
October 31, 2021 04:20 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this episode, Angie and Kimberly sit down to chat with Lina Howard, a blind student living in Minneapolis, MN to share her experience on going to school during a pandemic as a blind student. Lina also shares how she overcame accessibility issues and gives a word of advice to perspective students.
Thank You for listening, Season 3 coming soon, and new series release tomorrow!
October 07, 2021 21:02 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MBAngie comes on to thank their listeners on behallf of both kimberly and herself for listening to their second season. Encourages listeners to keep sharing their episodes, rate and review the podcast, and to suggest guests. Angie also mentions season 3 is coming soon and a new series being released tomorrow. check it out on See Saw Podcast
S 2. Ep. 10: Sonification: Exploring the world through sound
August 23, 2021 00:44 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBOn this episode, Angie sits back and listens. Kimberly introduces us to Hugh McGrory, who works at Sonify. He specializes in sonification and is doing a study with Blind people, which Kimberly is apart of. Come and learn how sonification helps blind people navigate the world. For more info check out: www.Sonify.io Follow us on: Facebook.com/thisiswhatblindlookslike Twitter: twitter.com/BlindLooksLike
S 2. Ep. 9: Blind Summer Camps
June 28, 2021 04:27 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBLike Summer and going to summer camp? Join Angie and Kimberly on this episode as they talk about what summer activities they like to do, learn about summer camps for the blind. Particularly, Kimberly's experience at the Wisconsin Lion's Camp. Links and info: Wisconsin Lion's Camp: https://www.wisconsinlionscamp.com The following website contain info about different Summer Camps for the blind: https://brailleworks.com/summer-camps-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired/ https://www.perkinselearn...
Blind Summer Camps
June 28, 2021 04:27 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBLike Summer and going to summer camp? Join Angie and Kimberly on this episode as they talk about what summer activities they like to do, learn about summer camps for the blind. Particularly, Kimberly's experience at the Wisconsin Lion's Camp. Links and info: Wisconsin Lion's Camp: https://www.wisconsinlionscamp.com The following website contain info about different Summer Camps for the blind: https://brailleworks.com/summer-camps-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired/ https://www.perkinselea...
S 2. Ep. 8: Explaining The Medical Model And. The Social Model Of Disability
May 25, 2021 23:11 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIn this episode, Angie and Kimberly discuss the medical model and social model of disability as well as the curb cut phenomenon.
S 2. Ep. 7: Employment Barriers And Job Seeking Tips
April 18, 2021 18:22 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBS2. Ep 7: Employment Barriers And Job Seeking Tips by This Is What Blind Looks Like
S2. Ep 7: Employment Barriers And Job Seeking Tips
April 18, 2021 18:22 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBS2. Ep 7: Employment Barriers And Job Seeking Tips by This Is What Blind Looks Like
Bonus Episode: Advocating With Congress
March 17, 2021 21:27 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBAngie and Kimberly sit down and discuss about the NFB's legislative event, "Washington Seminar". Kimberly discusses the topics that were discussed this year as well as what the purpose of them is. Angie goes over the topics for the ACB's, "Washington Connection". Links and info: NFB Washington Seminar: www.NFB.org/programs-services/washingtonseminar ACB Washington Connection: www.ACB.org/washington-connection
S 2. Ep. 6: Navigating With Good Maps
February 17, 2021 21:28 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBOn this episode, Angie is joined by the folks at Good Maps, Mike and Jose. They talk about Good Maps Explorer, which is a navigation app available for iOS and Android. Learn how it was developed and all that it can do. The app also features indoor navigation as well as being able to run other navigation apps or apps like Aira or Be My Eyes, who have live agents to assist the blind traveler in find specific landmarks. You don't want to miss it. links and info: Website: https://goodmaps.com Tw...
S 2. Ep. 6: Navagating With Good Maps
February 17, 2021 21:28 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBOn this episode, Angie is joined by the folks at Good Maps, Mike and Jose. They talk about Good Maps Explorer, which is a navigation app available for iOS and Android. Learn how it was developed and all that it can do. The app also features indoor navigation as well as being able to run other navigation apps or apps like Aira or Be My Eyes, who have live agents to assist the blind traveler in find specific landmarks. You don't want to miss it. links and info: Website: https://goodmaps.com T...
S 2. Ep. 5: Introducing Louie Voice Control
January 27, 2021 22:05 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBAngie and Kimberly sit down with Pramit from india, who is the creator behind Louie Voice Control. Louie Voice is like a "friend" who can help you navigate your phone just by using your voice. Come and join us as we learn what Louie can do. info and links: https://louievoice.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/appforblind/?modal=admin_todo_tour Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouieVoice Coming soon to Apple iOS! Available now on Android. To Download Louie Voice for Android visit: https://pla...
S 2. Ep 4. : "Blind and in style" with Fashionably Tardy
December 20, 2020 01:33 - 1 hour - 60 MBAngie and Kimberly bring you the very first podcast collab with Lissa Lo and Natalie Trevonne from the podcast Fashionably Tardy. In this episode, the ladies discuss their love of fashion and how blindness is certainly not a set back when it comes to dress up for an interview, the job, going out, or in everyone's case today staying home. Learn how we blind ladies put together our outfits and so much more! Also, be sure to follow these lovely ladies and learn more about fashion and disability...
S 2. Ep. 3: Meet Joey Stuckey: a Blind Guitarist
November 29, 2020 00:01 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBOn this episode, Angie and Kimberly bring in a special guest with them. Joey Stuckey is a blind guitartist from Macon, Georgia who is a musician and also teaches music education. Joey also tells us how his blindness helped him get involved with music and how he incorporates it into his songwriting. If you want to find out more about Joey Stuckey and his music you can find him on: Facebook: Facebook.com/joeystuckeymusic Twitter: @JStuckeymusic Joeystuckey.com
S 2. Ep. 2: Vote, it's your right!
October 11, 2020 20:27 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBit's election season! Angie and Kimberly discuss voting and why it's important. They bring up accessible voting using the automark voting machine as well as the difficulties that come with voting absentee when you're blind. we also bring up resources you can tap into to be sure you are ready to cast your vote independently and privately as a Blind person. info and links: National Federation of The Blind article: Voting. Accessibility and the law: https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/center-...
S 2. Ep. 1: We're Back! / Why we took a hiatus... / Blindness Adjustment Training during a pandemic.
October 11, 2020 20:11 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBAngie and Kimberly are back for a second season! In this episode, we welcome you back and also explain why we took a hiatus, Angie did not announce it publicly at the time, as there was a lot happening. But, we are happy to be back and we cannot wait to bring you more content. Angie shares her experience with attending a blindness adjustment program at BLIND. Inc. and how her experience turned out to be unique because of because of the pandemic were are facing. Kimberly also discussed her ex...