In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, Kim Wardlow is joined by Penn Street from The Blind Chick Podcast to explore strategies for making holiday shopping easier and more enjoyable for those with low vision. From the accessibility challenges of online shopping to the benefits of shopping local and personalized gift ideas, Penn shares her insights and experiences. They discuss using assistive technologies like Be My Eyes, the joy of giving experiences over material gifts, and the importance of taking care of yourself during the holiday season.

The episode also highlights Colorado Gives Day and encourages listeners to consider charitable giving as a meaningful holiday gift.

Chapter Markers

00:31 – Introduction and Colorado Gives Day

02:07 – Welcoming Guest Penn Street and the Holiday Spirit

03:08 – Challenges and Strategies for In-Person Shopping

04:07 – Charitable Giving as a Holiday Gift

05:45 – Benefits of Online Shopping and Accessibility Challenges

09:13 – Personalizing Gift Lists and Using Technology

12:00 – Navigating Tactile and Sentimental Gifts

16:00 – Funny Anecdotes from Shopping Experiences

17:23 – Accessibility Issues in Online Shopping Platforms

21:02 – Giving Experiences and Non-Material Gifts

26:20 – Personalizing Strategies for Stress-Free Shopping

30:11 – Self-Care During the Holidays

32:12 – Closing Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

Contact Information

Aftersight

Website: aftersight.org

Phone: (720) 712-8856

Email: [email protected]

Guest Contact

Penn Street: Co-host of The Blind Chick Podcast