The blind side

🎃 Haunted Nights & Pumpkin Lights 👻

Get ready for a spooky and fun-filled conversation about all things Halloween!

In this episode, we share our experiences visiting haunted houses, pumpkin patches, and other spooky-season attractions. We talk about our favorite moments, the scares that surprised us, the atmosphere, and what makes these Halloween experiences so much fun.

Whether you love getting scared in haunted houses, picking the perfect pumpkin, or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of the Halloween season, there’s something here for you!

Turn up the volume, settle in, and join us for Haunted Nights & Pumpkin Lights! 🎃👻

In this episode, I sit down with fellow KSB Alumni Jamie Weedman as he discusses his journey from graduating the KEntucky School For The Blind in 2004 all the way up to volunteering for Kentuckians For The Commonwealth as well as discussing his time as a student at the Lousianna Center For The Blind and much more

In this episode, my guest Jamie Weedman, a proud KSB alumnus, shares his powerful journey from graduating the Kentucky School for the Blind in 2004 to discovering purpose through service, advocacy, and community involvement.

Jamie talks about his volunteer work with Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) and Kentuckians for the Commonwealth, where he contributes his time and talents across a variety of projects that support families, strengthen communities, and advance positive change.

He also gives listeners an inside look at the Louisiana Center for the Blind, reflecting on his experiences as a former student and explaining what makes the program unique from his perspective.

Along the way, I provide a clear and accessible overview of ABLE accounts and how Kentucky’s STABLE program works, helping listeners understand how these tools can support financial independence and long‑term planning for people with disabilities.

Helpful Resources:

• ABLE National Resource Center — www.ablenrc.org, this will take you to www.ablenrc.org

• Disability Benefits 101 — www.db101.org, this will take you to www.db101.org

• STABLE Kentucky — www.stablekentucky.com, this will take you to www.stablekentucky.com

Whether you’re navigating your own journey, supporting someone you care about, or simply looking for inspiration from real stories of resilience and purpose, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and practical knowledge.

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Get ready for a wild ride through the games that made us yell, rage, laugh, and sometimes seriously consider snapping a controller in half. Controller‑Smashing Chaos is all about those unforgettable moments when a game pushed us right to the edge — the cheap bosses, the impossible levels, the broken mechanics, and the victories that felt way too good after all the frustration.

This podcast breaks everything down in plain language so anyone can follow along, whether you’re a casual gamer, a longtime fan, or someone who just loves hearing stories about the chaos video games can create. We talk about the games that tested our patience, the ones that made us better players, and the ones that nearly made us quit forever. It’s fun, relatable, and packed with real gamer energy.

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Welcome to From Paycheck to Purpose: Real Stories from theEmployment First Journey — a podcast where real experiences, determination, andopportunity come together.

In this episode, my co‑host and I share our personalemployment journeys, the challenges we faced, the victories we celebrated, andthe steps that helped us get to where we are today.

We also explore valuable resources that can support peopleon their own path toward meaningful employment and greater independence,including Employment First initiatives, ABLE accounts, benefits planning,supports, services, and other tools designed to help individuals buildsuccessful futures while pursuing their goals.

Helpful Resources: 

• ABLE National Resource Center — www.ablenrc.org, this willtake you to www.ablenrc.org 

• Disability Benefits 101 — www.db101.org, this will takeyou to www.db101.org 

• Employment First Initiative — www.apse.org, this will takeyou to www.apse.org 

• WWIPA — https://choosework.ssa.gov/, this will take you tochoosework.ssa.gov 

• WIPA — Find your Work Incentives Planning Assistanceservice at https://choosework.ssa.gov/, this will take you tochoosework.ssa.gov

Whether you are exploring employment opportunities,supporting someone on their journey, or simply looking for inspiration fromauthentic stories, this podcast is for you.

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In this episode, take a trip down memory lane as KAira, DAnger Warrior and I discuss our favorite retro games as well as our favorite summer time snacks as well as ways to enjoy classic video games in the modern era along with the retro games that were rage inducing

In this special episode, my co-host Kaira and I have an honest and uplifting conversation about what it means to celebrate Easter as individuals with disabilities. We share our personal experiences, challenges, and the unique ways our faith has grown through adversity. From navigating accessibility in church spaces to finding deeper meaning in the Easter message, this episode is all about hope, resilience, and spiritual growth.

Whether you're part of the disability community, a person of faith, or simply looking for encouragement, this conversation is for you.

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Winter can be challenging for anyone—but for people living with disabilities, cold weather brings unique obstacles that demand strength, planning, and resilience. In this episode of Surviving Winter With a Disability, we dive deep into the realities of navigating snow, ice, freezing temperatures, and limited accessibility while maintaining independence, safety, and quality of life.

Listeners can expect honest conversation, lived experience, and practical insight into cold weather accessibility, adaptive strategies, mobility challenges, mental health during winter, and ways disabled individuals continue to thrive despite seasonal barriers. This podcast highlights the importance of resilience, self-advocacy, and community support when winter conditions threaten independence.

Recorded using StreamYard, this episode delivers clear audio and engaging discussion designed for both YouTube viewers and Spotify listeners. Whether you’re disabled, a caregiver, an accessibility advocate, or someone wanting to better understand inclusive winter living, this conversation offers value, awareness, and empowerment.

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Discover how the Able Age Adjustment Act is transforming financial independence for people with disabilities. Beginning January 1st, 2026, ABLE account eligibility expands from age 26 to age 46, opening the door for millions of newly qualified individuals. In this episode, we break down what this major change means, why it matters, and how it empowers more people to save and build financial stability.

We also cover the 2026 annual contribution increase for STABLE Account holders—from $19,000 to $20,000 per year—and how this expanded limit can benefit disabled individuals, families, caregivers, and long-term planners.

Whether you’re a parent, advocate, service provider, or someone who qualifies for an ABLE or STABLE account, this conversation will help you understand these updates and use them to your advantage.

🔗 Helpful Resources:

www.ablenrc.org

www.stablekentucky.com

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ring in the holidays as Kaira and I discuss what it is like being an adult with a disability during the holidays and how we celebrate the holidays as individuals with disabilities. #Spotify #Podcast #AudioPodcast #Blind #AudioBlog #Holidays2025 #Winter2025 #Winter #SeasonsGreetings #MerryChristmas2025 #HappyNewYear #HappyNewYear2026