iCantCU Podcast

iCantCU Podcast

By David B. GoldsteinSociety & Culture
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iCantCU Podcast episodes

  • Audio Description Disappointment at the Wilma Theater

    In this episode of iCantCU, I discuss my experience at the Wilma Theater with audio description for the play Fat Ham. I was hoping the AD device worked. I left disappointed. I also explain what is going on with Ziggy. Additionally, I mention upcoming episodes of That Real Blind Tech Show and Double Tap that I am a part of.

    In Just Listen, I share some audio from our afternoon at Saint. Lucy School for Children with Visual Impairments. In the Keystone Chapter, we must be an example of how blind people can do things out and about in the community.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/252

    Links Mentioned

    • Fat Ham at the Wilma Theater: https://wilmatheater.org/event/fat-ham-2/
    • And Then You're Dead: What Really Happens If You Get Swallowed by a Whale, Are Shot from a Cannon, or Go Barreling over Niagara Falls: https://amzn.to/3TKouzE (Affiliate link)

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 092

    In episode 092, Lisa and I do a recap of the 2023 NFB of PA State Convention with voicemails and emails from attendees. We used AI voices to read the emails. I'd love your feedback. Call, email, or comment on YouTube. We also review our favorite episodes and have audio clips of previous guests sharing their holiday greetings.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

    Heart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-icantcu-podcast-31157111/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidbenj

    Reach out on social media

    Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/davidbenj

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj

    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    48 min
  • Harrisburg Holiday Trek for the Little Blind Kids

    In this episode of iCantCU, I discuss a trip to Harrisburg for a Blind Merchants and Business Enterprise Program Christmas party and fundraiser. Over $1000 was raised for the "little blind kids." I also explain the logistics involved for me at our Keystone Chapter meeting and Christmas party at the Penn Museum.

    I share my disappointment at a recent Away Bigger Carry-On purchase. I ordered Alpine Landscape, but I received something else. If you want to see what that pattern looks like, head over to the show notes page on the website via the link below.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/251

    Links Mentioned & Last Minute Gift Ideas

    • Andrew Leland's Book The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight: https://amzn.to/46z0qT7 (Affiliate link)
    • Sony A7 IV Full Frame Mirrorless Camera Body with Screen Reader: https://amzn.to/4akUSyI
    • KitchenAid Artisan Series 5 Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer(similar to Eliz's, just three decades newer): https://amzn.to/3GEcJ67

    Gingerbread Latte Cookie Recipe

    As suspected, I mentioned this recipe last year around this time. Eliz loves baking and made these for the Keystone Chapter Christmas Party: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1023677-gingerbread-latte-cookies#notes_section. She used her 34-year-old Kitchen-Aid mixer but would love to upgrade to this: https://amzn.to/3WdCWib.

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 091

    In episode 091, Lisa and I talk to Leigh Jackson, Natanya Sortland, and Carol Sexton about audio description and A Christmas Carol at People's Light, a theater in Malvern, PA.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

    Heart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-icantcu-podcast-31157111/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidbenj

    Reach out on social media

    Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/davidbenj

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj

    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    47 min
  • Celebrating Five Years of iCantCU

    In this episode of iCantCU, I look back at five years of the podcast. I discuss what episodes have been the most popular and what countries have the most downloads. I play clips of the very first episode and the most downloaded episode. Whether this is your first time listening or you've been along for the entire ride, I am grateful for your support. I really appreciate it.

    Curious about episode 001? Give it a listen https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/icantcu/iCantCU_Podcast_-_Introducing_David_Thats_Me.mp3. There was no editing of this episode or the first few dozen.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/250

    Correction

    Maybe I haven't improved over the last five years. The podcasting conference that I attended in Philadelphia in 2018 was Podcast Movement. Podfest is a conference I attended in 2020 in Orlando.

    Links Mentioned

    • That Real Blind Tech Show Episode 142 - Dirty Pickle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-142-dirty-pickle/id1526258077?i=1000636449952
    • That Real Blind Tech Show on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-real-blind-tech-show/id1526258077
    • Andrew Leland's Book The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight: https://amzn.to/46z0qT7 (Affiliate link)
    • White Cane Coffee Company: https://whitecanecoffee.com/ref/KeystoneChapter/ (Affiliate link that benefits the Keystone Chapter)
    • Learn About No Interest Loans On Assistive Tech From PATF: https://traffic.libsyn.com/whitecanesconnect/white_canes_connect_018.mp3.

    Top 5 Downloaded Episodes

    • Celebrating My Mom's 90th Birthday: https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/icantcu/iCantCU_Podcast_-_Celebrating_My_Moms_90th_Birthday__How_Im_Like_Her.mp3
    • Updated MacOS and You-Know: https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/icantcu/icantcu-podcast-164.mp3
    • A Brooklyn Coffee Shop, Vegan Diner, And A Few Other Places On My Day In NYC: https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/icantcu/iCantCU_Podcast_-_A_Brooklyn_Coffee_Shop_Vegan_Diner_And_A_Few_Other_Places_On_My_Day_In_NYC.mp3
    • Making Board Games More Accessible To Blind People Using Items You Already Own: https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/icantcu/Making_Board_Games_More_Accessible_To_Blind_People_Using_Items_You_Already_Own.mp3.
    • Traveling On My Own: https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/icantcu/iCantCU_Podcast_-_Traveling_On_My_Own.mp3

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 089

    In episode 089, Lisa and I talk to Andrew Leland, author of The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight. Andrew discusses his personal journey of vision loss from Retinitis Pigmentosa. He explains why he included some history of the organized blind movement and assistive technology interwoven with his journey. He also describes how he was the one to read the book for the audio version.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

    Heart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-icantcu-podcast-31157111/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidbenj

    Reach out on social media

    Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/davidbenj

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj

    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    37 min
  • From Harrisburg to Hashtags: A Blind Podcaster's Unfiltered Experience

    In this episode of iCantCU, join me as I dive into the frustrating world of social media accessibility, or the lack thereof. I'm unpacking the challenges I faced while trying to post on Instagram and the glaring accessibility gaps on TikTok. But that's not all!

    I also share my experiences from the NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg, PA. You won't believe the disappointment I encountered at the Crowne Plaza – their efforts on the hospitality side of things were shockingly poor, to say the least. If planning an event in Harrisburg, steer clear of the Crowne Plaza.

    And there's more – I recount the chaos with Amtrak during our journey back to Philadelphia. Picture this: over 20 blind individuals trying to board a train, and a situation so intense that Amtrak staff felt compelled to call for backup. It was a mix of issues from both ends, and I'm breaking it all down for you.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/249

    Links Mentioned

    • That Real Blind Tech Show Episode 141: https://thatrealblindtechshow.libsyn.com/episode-141-fahrvergnugen-humanity
    • That Real Blind Tech Show on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-real-blind-tech-show/id1526258077
    • Andrew Leland's Book The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight: https://amzn.to/46z0qT7 (Affiliate link)

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 089

    In episode 089, Lisa and I talk to Andrew Leland, author of The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight. Andrew discusses his personal journey of vision loss from Retinitis Pigmentosa. He explains why he included some history of the organized blind movement and assistive technology interwoven with his journey. He also describes how he was the one to read the book for the audio version.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

    Heart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-icantcu-podcast-31157111/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidbenj

    Reach out on social media

    Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/davidbenj

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj

    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    1 hr 3 min
  • To Blindly Go: My NYC Subway Adventure and Comedy Night Out

    Dive headfirst into an urban odyssey on this episode of iCantCU, where I take you on a gripping tale of navigating the bustling arteries of New York City - solo! Yes, you heard that right. I braved the iconic subway alone for the first time, embarking on a quest from an Amtrak train to the number one line, with a mission to reach my daughter's uptown apartment. Imagine the suspense, the sounds, and the city pulse using the feedback from the white cane.

    But that's not all. Get an exclusive backstage pass to the hilarious world of Laugh for Sight at Gotham Comedy Club! Hear my take on the rib-tickling performances of comedy giants like Jim Gaffigan, Rich Vos, and Bonnie McFarlane, along with the legendary Robert Klein. And let's remember a shoutout to my friend Brian Fischler, the mastermind behind this brilliant event for nearly two decades.

    The journey back to Philly? It's a story in itself! Join me as I recount the ease of commuting with the morning crowd, only to be met with an unexpected twist in Philly. Have you ever been yelled at to watch where you're going... even with a white cane? Listen for this mix of comedy, chaos, and candid moments that make city life an adventure worth listening to.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/248

    Links Mentioned

    • Laugh for Sight: https://www.laughforsight.com
    • Jorgen Hansson on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWOijo98xvsKVfUYWrRsVQQ
    • Jorgen on Sweden's Got Talent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpoHrk-qiM4
    • HostGator affiliate link: https://partners.hostgator.com/c/2754730/1772880/3094
    • My new host is SiteGround (affiliate link): https://www.siteground.com/index.htm?afcode=f59e91b9cbc71a3ef625daed6c2c5810.

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 088

    In episode 088, we relive the tactile astronomy presentation from the 2022 NFB of PA State Convention by Dr. David Hurd and Dr. Matt Marone.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

    Heart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-icantcu-podcast-31157111/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidbenj

    Reach out on social media

    Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/davidbenj

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj

    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    54 min
  • Ziggy, Believe You Can!, and Being Jewish

    In the latest iCantCU episode, I peel back the curtain on a whirlwind week! Dive into the highs and lows of the "Believe You Can!" talent show, and get swept away by the heart and dedication of every performer. With Ziggy facing health challenges, I shed light on his journey and what's next. Plus, I grapple with global events that left me reeling, and share an intimate chat with Eliz about our uniquely Jewish surname. In Just Listen, you'll be serenaded by NFB of PA's Angelina's breathtaking renditions of O Canada and the Star-Spangled Banner—just in time for White Cane Awareness Day.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/247

    Links Mentioned

    • Angelina's Youtube Channel: http://www.angelinasings.us
    • That Real Blind Tech Show Episode 140: https://thatrealblindtechshow.libsyn.com/episode-140-were-sorry-but-farts-are-funny
    • HostGator affiliate link: https://partners.hostgator.com/c/2754730/1772880/3094
    • My new host is SiteGround (affiliate link): https://www.siteground.com/index.htm?afcode=f59e91b9cbc71a3ef625daed6c2c5810.

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 086

    In episode 086, Lisa and David speak with NFB 1st Vice President Pam Allen and NFB of PA President Lynn Heitz about the upcoming NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg. Pam, who also serves as the Director of the Louisiana Center, is the National Representative for the convention.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

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    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    47 min
  • No Sight, No Service? A Blind Customer's Struggle with HostGator

    In this episode of iCantCU, I share the story of being put on HostGator's Blacklist. That's not the same one as the one Raymond Reddington is on. I wasn't notified, and it took support more than a day to tell me. I talk about chatting to support without using a screen reader, which is also challenging. Things might have been easier if I had Dembe to lend a hand. Once I migrate all my sites and clients' sites to SiteGround, I'll be done with HostGator after 19 years as a customer. Being in business has challenges whether blind or sighted.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/246

    Links Mentioned

    • HostGator affiliate link: https://partners.hostgator.com/c/2754730/1772880/3094
    • My new host is SiteGround (affiliate link): https://www.siteground.com/index.htm?afcode=f59e91b9cbc71a3ef625daed6c2c5810.

    Believe You Can! 2023

    The 4th Annual Believe You Can! Talent Show for blind and visually impaired performers is coming to screens everywhere on 10/14! Want to support the Keystone Chapter? Tickets are on sale now at https://www.believeyoucan.live/tickets/. There is a bunch of cool merch for the show! Check it out at https://www.BelieveYouCan.live/gear/.

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 085

    In episode 085, David speaks with NFB of PA's Second Vice President and State Convention Chair Emily Gindlesperger about the upcoming State Convention in Harrisburg. Emily tells us about the hotel, the agenda for the event, and everything you need to know about the convention in November.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

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    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

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    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    50 min
  • My Night in Jail with Some Creepy Characters

    In this episode of iCantCU, I discuss several days of being out and about. While two days were only for doctor visits, one was an enjoyable, sometimes scary evening at Eastern State Penitentiary. Their Halloween Nights are legendary, and I finally got to go as part of a Philly Meetup For The Blind event. You can hear some of the fun in an extended Just Listen. You'll hear all the chilling sounds and characters. It was hilarious, and I appreciated how one guy dropped his creepy English accent to direct me to the exit.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/245

    Links Mentioned

    • Zoom H1n used to capture audio at Eastern State Penitentiary: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary: https://www.easternstate.org/halloween/node/3
    • Andy's Philadelphia tour company: https://www.we-venture.com/philadelphia
    • Two Blind Brothers website: https://www.twoblindbrothers.com

    Believe You Can! 2023

    The 4th Annual Believe You Can! Talent Show for blind and visually impaired performers is coming to screens everywhere on 10/14! Want to perform in the show? Go to https://www.believeyoucan.live/talent/. Want to support the Keystone Chapter? Tickets are on sale now at https://www.believeyoucan.live/tickets/. There is a bunch of cool merch for the show! Check it out at https://www.BelieveYouCan.live/gear/.

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording interviews. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 084

    In episode 084, Simon and I speak with Bradford and Bryan Manning from Two Blind Brothers. They tell us about their Stargardt's diagnosis as young kids. They explain how a trip to an NYC department store, getting separated from each other, and then realizing they both bought the same shirt led to creating their apparel brand. They also discuss their company's profit sharing with eye research organizations to find cures for retina-related diseases.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

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    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    1 hr 14 min
  • Keystone Meeting Mixed Bag: Trains Running, WiFi Not

    In this episode of iCantCU, I discuss some ups and downs with our monthly Keystone Chapter meeting at the Penn Museum. At least the trains were running to and from the Penn Medicine Station. I explain some differences in Believe You Can! 2023 over previous year's shows.

    I give a mini book review of The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight by Andrew Leland. I "read" the book before interviewing him on White Canes Connect.

    If you want to see the talent we get for Believe You Can!, you can hear one of last year's performers in Just Listen. As of this episode's drop date, there are still a few spaces left if you are a blind or visually impaired person with a talent and would like to perform.

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/244

    Links Mentioned

    • The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight - Hardcover: https://amzn.to/48jjK91
    • The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight - Audiobook: https://amzn.to/44UZM1E
    • And Then You're Dead - Book recommended by Jenine Stanley: https://amzn.to/44VaBAW

    Believe You Can! 2023

    The 4th Annual Believe You Can! Talent Show for blind and visually impaired performers is coming to screens everywhere on 10/14! Want to perform in the show? Go to https://www.believeyoucan.live/talent/. Want to support the Keystone Chapter? Tickets are on sale now at https://www.believeyoucan.live/tickets/. There is a bunch of cool merch for the show! Check it out at https://www.BelieveYouCan.live/gear/.

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording my following interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 084

    In episode 084, Simon and I speak with Bradford and Bryan Manning from Two Blind Brothers.

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

    Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaWNhbnRjdS5jb20vZmVlZC8

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    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    33 min
  • Talent, Tech, and Tantalizing Tastes

    In this episode of iCantCU, I explore three intriguing topics. First, we touch on the joys and challenges of preparing and enjoying food, a universal experience close to our hearts. Then, I discuss the "Believe You Can! Talent Show," shedding light on an exciting event presented by the Keystone Chapter. Lastly, I dive into the fascinating "Be My AI" app by Be My Eyes, showcasing its incredible AI-driven capabilities for providing detailed image descriptions. It is a journey through food, talent, and innovative technology!

    Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/243

    Links Mentioned

    • EatSmart Kitchen Scale (non-talking): https://amzn.to/3swTN5H
    • Talking Scale from The Blind Kitchen: https://theblindkitchen.com/product/talking-scale/
    • No-jab Ambutech White Cane: https://amzn.to/3NKpD5J
    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Blind Grilling Experience Podcast: https://www.blindgrilling.com/
    • City Tap House Logan Square: https://www.citytap.com/location/city-tap-house-logan-square/

    Believe You Can! 2023

    The 4th Annual Believe You Can! Talent Show for blind and visually impaired performers is coming to screens everywhere on 10/14! Want to perform in the show? Go to https://www.believeyoucan.live/talent/. Want to support the Keystone Chapter? Tickets are on sale now at https://www.believeyoucan.live/tickets/.

    Learn More About Descript

    The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording my following interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks!

    Support iCantCU

    When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this!

    White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 082

    In episode 082, Lisa and I speak with Melissa Wilcox, Jessica Baer, and Juliette Warren from Philly Achilles. The organization serves blind athletes in the Philadelphia area. They meet on Saturdays at 9 AM. If you are interested in joining as an athlete or a guide (and they need guides,) contact Melissa via email at [email protected].

    Find the podcast on

    Apple Podcasts

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709

    Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI

    IHeartRadio

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/

    YouTube

    Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast

    White Canes Connect On Twitter

    Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast

    My Podcast Gear

    Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

    • Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt
    • Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s
    • Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O
    • Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK
    • Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg
    • Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0

    Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory!

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2

    Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT

    Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaWNhbnRjdS5jb20vZmVlZC8

    IHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-icantcu-podcast-31157111/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidbenj

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj

    Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

    If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at [email protected].

    54 min

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