On this episode of Change Makers, we're talking about blindness etiquette with both canes and dogs.  Hear from two cane users, and two guide dog users, as they detail their experiences, and share some basic etiquette tips for the general public. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerJoe Hodge, APH Lead Technical Quality Assurance Analyst, Technology Product ResearchKathryn Frederick, APH Digital Content Manager VisionAware, ConnectCenterAddie...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are recapping our 155th Annual Meeting. Held October 4–6 at the Hyatt Regency Louisville in Downtown Louisville, Ex Officio Trustees (EOT) , EOT Census Assistants, Online Ordering Assistants, and other attendees came together to share news, ideas and inspiration. Have a listen as I talk to attendees, learn all about InSights Art and some of their artists. I also spoke with award winners and a Hall of Fame Inductee. On this Episode (In Order of...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are talking to the one and only producer and consultant, Joe Stretchy. He’s making changes in how individuals who are blind and low vision are portrayed in movies and media. He is a man of many talents and he is here to talk about his childhood, various jobs and how he became the go-to man in the industry. On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerJoe Strechay, Television and Film Producer, Business...

On this episode of Change Makers, learn more about the upcoming InSights Art competition. Held during APH’s Annual Meeting, hear more about the contest and from an artist who will have a piece on display. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations MangerMeg Outland, APH Visitor Services, InSights Art Coordinator Sugandha Gupta, InSights ArtistAdditional Links InSights Art at Annual MeetingTactile Book Builder KitPaint by Number Safari ™ – Tropical...

On episode 82 of Change Makers, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by listening to change maker, José Manuel Álvarez Cabán. Known to many as “Manolo,” hear him talk about his childhood, what motivated him to pursue computer programing, and what fuels his passion when creating programs. On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerJosé Manuel Álvarez Cabán, University of Puerto Rico Professor Additional Links Semblanza y hoja de vidaNational Hispanic...

On this episode of Change Makers, learn about the 2023 Coding Symposium that will be held this December. Hear what you can expect for this year’s event, how educators are preparing for the symposium, and what APH products help encourage the learning of coding. On This Episode (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerJeff Schwartz, APH Director of Regional Training and OutreachKatrina Best, APH Product Manager, Educational Product InnovationYue-Ting Siu, Ph.D.,...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are doing a mid-year update on the Monarch. Hear where it is in the pipeline, and what’s next. We check in with the eBRF process, and what's instore in the coming months. After that, hear about an organization whose goal is to get technology into the hands of children in rural areas around the country. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerGreg Stilson, APH Head of Global InnovationNicole Gaines, APH...

On this Change Makers episode, I’m talking to Mike May. He’s well-known throughout the field of blindness, he’s quite the athlete, as he has set Paralympic records, and holds a world-record. He’s also a business executive, and considered the "Godfather of Indoor Navigation," and APH's Navigation Technology Advisor.  On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerMike May, APH Technology Navigation AdvisorAdditional Links APH Looking Forward: Our...

On this episode, we’re celebrating the ConnectCenter’s five year anniversary. We’re going to learn about some big changes coming to the ConnectCenter and how those changes will enhance the services provided. On This Podcast (In Order of Appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerOlaya Landa-Vialard, APH ConnectCenter DirectorRichard Rueda, APH ConnectCenter Assistant DirectorAdditional Links APH ConnectCenter

On this episode of Change Makers, we're spotlighting APH Services. On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) Jack Fox, APH NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerLeanne Grillot, APH Senior Director- Outreach ServicesJeff Schwartz , APH Director of Regional Training and OutreachCindy Amback, APH Census Data and Information LiaisonAmy Campbell, APH Learning Management System DirectorLee Huffman, APH  Senior Strategist Accessible Technology and Community OutreachJayma Hawkins, APH Sr....

On this episode we are talking about Accessibility Awareness in honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, which was Thursday, May 18. Learn what you can do to ensure your workplace and social media is accessible, and how the new Dot Experience, which just broke ground, is incorporating accessibility from the ground up. Plus hear from the emcee of the groundbreaking event,  Joe Strechay. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Jack Fox, APH NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are learning more about the Monarch. APH's Anne Durham and Greg Stilson, and Humanware's Andrew Flatres talk about the Monarch's recent reception at CSUN, the technology that operates the Monarch, and what is next. Podcast Guests (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerAnne Durham, APH Vice President, Strategy and InnovationGreg Stilson, APH Head of Global InnovationAndrew Flatres, Braille Product Manager for HumanWare...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are talking to the Talking Book Narrators. Learn about the history of Talking Books, and hear from two well-known Narrators. On this Episode (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerMaggie Davis, APH Studio DirectorMicheal Hudson, APH Museum DirectorJack Fox, APH NarratorJill Fox, APH NarratorAdditional Links Smith and Other Events Tales of the Choctaw NationMaisie Dobbs

On this episode of Change Makers, we’re heading to Washington, D.C. to hear the latest news from Capitol Hill, more about APH’s recent testimony before the Labor, Health and Human Services, Appropriations subcommittee, and what you can do to stay involved and make a difference. On this episode (in order of appearance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerPaul Schroeder, APH Vice President Impact and OutreachJohn Pare, Executive Director for Advocacy and Policy for National...

On this episode of Change Makers, we continue to celebrate women who are making waves in the blind and low vision field. On this episode (In Order of Apperance) NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerRebecca Rosenberg,  Founder & CEO, ReBokeh Julie Hapeman,  Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Additional Links: ReBokehReBokeh appReBokeh InstagramReBokeh FacebookReading Material: Aspinall, B., & McLennan, D. P. (2019). Think Like a Coder!: Connecting Computational...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are celebrating Women’s History Month, by talking to some women who are making history of their own. We’ll hear from two trailblazers, and then hear from LEGO Foundation representatives about their Braille Bricks at Council for Exceptional Children convention that was recently held in Louisville, KY.  In this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerKaiya Armstrong, PilotOlaya Landa-Vialard, APH ConnectCenter Director, AER...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are celebrating Black History Month. Hear from Monique Coleman about her childhood, college life, and her journey to become a TVI and President of Vistas Education Partners. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerMonique Coleman, TVI and President of Vistas Education Partners Additional Links  Vistas Education PartnersNational Homework Hotline National Homework Hotline for Blind and Low Vision Students The...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are celebrating Black History Month. Hear from Anil Lewis about his childhood, challenges, victories and how he became Executive Director of Blindness Initiatives for the National Federation of the Blind. After that, we’ll hear what’s new with LEGO Braille Bricks. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerAnil Lewis, Executive Director of Blindness Initiatives for the National Federation of the BlindRachel Bishop,...

We're celebrating Braille Literacy Month and taking a look back at how braille came to be. We will also hear more from Anne Durham and Greg Stilson as they continue their discussion about the Monarch.  After that, we will hear from someone who got the chance to try out the Monarch. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerMicheal Hudson, APH Museum DirectorAnne Durham,  APH Vice President/Chief Officer, Innovation and StrategyGreg Stilson, APH Head of...

On this episode of Change Makers, we’re celebrating Braille Literacy Month by examining its importance and its future. The future of braille is high-tech and because of that tech, it’s creating partnerships, new braille formats, new outlines, and plans for APH’s Holy Braille Highway. We’ll also talk about which APH products help facilitate the learning of braille. After that, we’re going to talk about the first ever APH Abacus Bee. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Mark Riccobono,...

On this episode of Change Makers, we’re looking back over everything that’s happened this past year, and what we’re looking forward to in 2023.  APH’s President, Dr. Craig Meador, Vice-President/Chief Officer Innovation and Strategy, Anne Durham, and Vice President, Impact and Outreach, Paul Schroeder, all discuss the exciting developments with products, construction and action in Washington, D.C. In this Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Jeff Fox, NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations...

On this episode, we are getting ready for the holidays and spending time with loved ones. But what do you do when its clear, your loved one is having vision issues? We'll talk about some simple tweaks that can make the holidays accessible to keep those traditions alive. We’ll also discuss how to handle those difficult conversations and what resources are available. On this podcast Jeff Fox, NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerMelisa Matthews, Digital Content Manager for Family...

On this episode of Change Makers, we’re talking about all things books. From coloring books, Braille Tales, the Talking Book Studio, APH Press, to the process of brailling textbooks.  We’ll also talk to PlayAbility Toys and hear their history, partnership with APH, and some of their bestselling toys. In This Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Jack Fox, NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerKaren Poppe, APH Tactile Literacy Product ManagerChristine Genovely, APH’s Prison Braille...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are going to learn about blind and low vision stereotypes. We'll hear how they originated, and how damaging they are. Then, listen to a panel of individuals talk about stereotypes they've faced. After that, learn about potential gift ideas for the upcoming holidays. On This Podcast (In Order of Appearance) Jeff Fox, NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerMicheal Hudson, APH Museum DirectorPaul Ferrara, APH Communications Accessibility...

On this episode of Change Makers, we are live from APH’s 154th Annual Meeting. Held October 5–7 at the Hyatt Regency Louisville in Downtown Louisville, Ex Officio Trustees (EOT) , EOT Census Assistants, Online Ordering Assistants, and other attendees came together to share news, ideas and inspiration. Additonal Links: InSights ArtHall of Fame nomination forms