NABS NOW Podcast

Valentine’s Day is a time designated to the celebration of every kind of love, including familial, friendly, and romantic. In this episode of the NABS Now Podcast, we hear from Texas Affiliate President Norma Crosby and her First Gentleman Glenn as they allow listeners a glance into their story, which begins with a friendship founded in the Federation. This couple, approaching their 32nd anniversary, offers a personal and humorous take on navigating the world of love alongside your best friend. Whether you’re celebrating on February 14 this year or not, this episode will introduce you to both a set of fantastic Federation leaders and a kindhearted couple that can teach us all a thing or two about laughing, living, and loving.

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Thank you to special guests Norma and Glenn Crosby.

Created and produced by Nina Marranca, Elizabeth Rouse, Kenia Flores, and Seyoon Choi.

Are you interested in assisting with the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? Email Nina at: [email protected]   for more information.

The NABS Now team wishes you and yours a very happy and healthy 2021! Keeping with the spirit of the new year, this episode focuses on goals, motivation, and what is needed to make those accomplishments happen. Certified coach Haley Sumner shares tips and advice for creating goals, getting and staying motivated, and what to do if a goal is not reached. We hope you find this episode helpful as you navigate your 2021 resolutions.

Thank you to special guest Haley Sumner.

Created and produced by Nina Marranca and Seyoon Choi.

Are you interested in assisting with the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? Email Nina at: [email protected]  for more information.

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Holiday gatherings and interactions can bring on both unexpected challenges and stress alongside the joy and delicious food typical of a family gathering, and no one understands the potential struggles better than fellow blind students. Join us for a conversation dedicated to navigating the ups and downs of traveling home, spending time with family, defining boundaries, and serving in roles, ranging from disability educator to tree decorator. Each year brings about changes in ourselves and our families, so before you head home for a month long break from classes, stop to reflect with the NABS Now team on how best to navigate whatever’s coming your way. We hope these humorous stories, proactive pointers, and thoughtful encouragements help you have a wonderful holiday season!

Thank you to our special guests: Mausam Mehta, Ally Mendez, and Qualik Ford.

Created and produced by: Nina Marranca, Elizabeth Rouse, and Seyoon Choi.

Are you interested in assisting with the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? Email Nina at: [email protected] for more information.

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Physical fitness comes with a variety of benefits, including improving an individual’s confidence, health, and motivation. Blind students can succeed in athletics, and as our guests in this episode explain, getting and staying active simply takes a bit of creativity and excitement. In this episode, hear from a diverse student panel on overcoming accessibility challenges in sports, competing with sighted peers, and getting started in the world of fitness.

Looking for more info? Check out The Student Slate’s October blog post on accessible fitness:https://thestudentslate.wordpress.com/2020/10/15/awaited-answers-an-introduction-to-adaptive-sports-and-accessible-athletics-by-matthew-duffell-hoffman-and-francesco-magisano/

Thank you to our special guests Megan Hale, Josh Olukanni, and Katy Olsen.

Created and produced by: Nina Marranca and Seyoon Choi

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Are you interested in assisting with the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? Email Nina at: [email protected]  for more information.

Applying to college marks a time filled with choices, uncertainty, and excitement. You are starting a brand-new chapter of your life, after all! We’ve all felt lost about just how to navigate this new chapter, so here we are! Hear from blind students on everything from choosing a school, to disclosing your blindness, to finding inspiration for that dreaded essay. Later, hear from NABS Secretary Mausam Mehta on all you should know when filing financial aid and how to pay as little for college as possible. This episode is like that secret handbook for undergrad applications that we all wish we had at one time or another.

Thank you to special guests Lauren Flener, Logan Stenzel, Cricket Bidleman, and Mausam Mehta.

Create and Produced by: Seyoon Choi and Nina Marranca

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Are you interested in assisting with the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? email Nina at: [email protected]  for more information.

Please NOTE: This content was created before the COVID-19 pandemic. Please ensure that you are following all safety guidelines when becoming involved on your campus.

College is an exciting time of exploration and discovery. Many students enjoy branching out through new clubs, sports, and other activities while earning their degree(s). In this episode, students share their campus involvement experiences and offer tips for making the most of your campus involvement. From funny,  embarrassing, and serious and meaningful experiences, this episode is sure to prepare you for campus life.

Thank you to special guests: Tarik Williams, Santiago Hernandez, and Robert Parsons

Created and produced by: Seyoon Choi & Nina Marranca

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A huge concern of blind students everywhere is accessibility within the classroom. This episode focuses on what you need to know to make the jump from high school to college, ensuring that you will receive an equal education to your sighted peers. This episode offers tons of important tips and tricks that are applicable to any blind student, regardless of their education level. Hear from fellow students and an accessibility coordinator who has worked on a college campus with students with disabilities for a number of years.

Thank you to special guests Tim Olukanni, Naim Abu-ElHawa, and Genevieve Kruly.

Created and produced by: Nina Marranca and Seyoon Choi

Interested in assisting with the creation of our podcasts? Contact Nina at: [email protected]

Seyoon Choi: [email protected]

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The Zoom where it happens! The National Federation of the Blind convention goes virtual for the very first time, allowing thousands of members to assemble virtually for what will potentially be the largest gathering of blind people across the nation. Join us as we hear the sneak peek of our upcoming convention, scheduled to take place from July 14-18, 2020.

Special thanks to President Mark Riccobono, Pam Allen, Patty Chang, and NABS board members Kathryn Webster, Dustin Cather, Mausam Mehta, and Johna Wright.

Created and produced by: Seyoon Choi and Nina Marranca

Find the National Association of Blind Students on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Nabspage/

Follow the National Association of Blind Students on Twitter and Instagram: @nabslink

Are you interested in assisting in the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? Email Nina at: [email protected] and Seyoon Choi at: [email protected] for more information.

It is no question that diversity is a huge part of our world. We each possess a unique perspective, and in this episode, we have open discussions as to what diversity really means. How can we learn to appreciate and protect diversity? Which diverse part of yourself are you most proud of? What challenges related to diversity have you faced? Listen to students discuss these complex questions and more. Also, learn about the NABS Diversity and Inclusion Committee and how you can become involved. Learning is how we grow, and discussions like this one are a perfect place to start!

Thank you to special guests Jessica Karim, Adriana Mendez, Rilee Sloan, Syed Rizby, and Johna Wright.

Created and produced by: Nina Marranca and Seyoon Choi

Music credit: Tony Gebhard

Find the National Association of Blind Students on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Nabspage/

 Follow the National Association of Blind Students on Twitter: @nabslink

Are you interested in assisting in the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? Email  email: [email protected]