In this episode, I’m trying something different by reacting to a news headline that hits close to home for the visually impaired community. I’m diving into the "silent threat" of electric vehicles—from the real-world dangers of quiet engines to the frustrating ways people are tampering with safety features. This isn't just news; it's my personal perspective on why silence on the road is a risk we can't afford to ignore.

In this episode, I’m getting real about a question a listener asked me recently: "Would you rather stay blind or be able to see? Can you explain which one and why you would pick that option?"

I dive into the physical reality of what gaining sight would actually look like—from building up eyelid muscles to handling the massive sensory overload of a grocery store—and why I’m genuinely happy with the perspective and life God has provided for me. I also discuss how technology like the Meta Ray-Bans and navigation apps, along with my community at SEKIA (South East Kids In Action), help me live life to the fullest.

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I am letting you decide what we focus on next. Since you are listening on a platform without a poll, please email me your choice:

* Option A: Headlines that affect the visually impaired. This is something I’ve never done before. This would involve reacting to news stories that specifically impact our community—like the rise of silent electric cars.

* Option B: More Guest Conversations. Should there be more interviews like the one with Kailey? This would feature more guests sharing their perspectives.

* Option C: A Brand New Topic. Is there a specific topic that hasn't been covered on my podcast yet? Drop your ideas in your email!

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Advocacy isn't always a loud speech or a political movement—sometimes, it’s just a small conversation at a restaurant or in a classroom.

In this episode, I’m diving deep into what advocacy looks like in my everyday life. I talk about the incredible support I have at school and home, but I also get real about the challenges of navigating the public world. From making sure I’m the one ordering my own dinner to the "prep work" of calling movie theaters for audio description equipment, advocacy is the bridge that lets me be a participant in life rather than just an observer.

I also have a specific message for my sighted listeners on how to be an ally without overstepping. Real advocacy is about standing with the visually impaired community, not in front of us.

Join me as I discuss why speaking up is a responsibility—not just for myself, but for every blind person who walks into the room after me.

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In the second half of our conversation, Kaylee and I dive into what it’s actually like to navigate the college experience while blind. We talk about the reality of independence on campus and the way people treat you when you have a guide dog.

Kaylee shares what her experience is really like balancing school life and how she handles the social side of being a student with a service animal.

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In Episode 25, I’m hosting my first-ever interview! My friend Kaylee joins me to share her perspective on living with a visual impairment. We talk about the reality of her eye condition and the intense process she went through to get a guide dog from Dogs Inc. This conversation shows how unique the journey to independence can be.

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What does it mean to see when you’ve never had vision?

In the first episode of 2026, I'm tackling the big question of mental imagery and visualization. I share how my mind builds a picture of the world without light or images, and why the way we describe things to each other matters more than you might think.

This episode is all about curiosity and finding better ways to share our perspectives. If you’ve ever wondered how the world looks from my point of view, this one is for you.

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The world wasn't built for everyone, and sometimes the biggest barriers are the ones you can't see. From inaccessible websites to the privacy-stripping experience of self-checkouts, I’m diving into why bad design is actually a form of discrimination.

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You’ve seen them in grocery stores and Ubers—dogs in "service" vests that clearly aren't trained. It might seem harmless, but for the blind community, the consequences are illegal and immediate. Today, we’re talking about how one person’s fraud creates a ripple effect of discrimination that hits cane users and guide dog teams alike.

In this honest and heartfelt episode, I address the biggest assumption faced often: that being blind is "easy" or "inspirational." This episode is a conversation about the pressure to be perfect and the reality of the constant effort required to navigate the world. Learn why humor is often used to manage awkward social interactions—not just for fun, but because people sometimes struggle with how to interact. This episode validates the effort it takes to live a full life and explores how a strong sense of purpose transforms daily challenges into meaningful action.

We conclude our miniseries by tackling Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP). This is the specific vision loss that I, your host, have. This condition affects infants born prematurely, where abnormal blood vessel growth can lead to retinal detachment. I discuss the unique challenges of having vision loss that is present from birth, the specific experience of detachment, and how ROP impacts the development of early mobility and spatial awareness from the very beginning.

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