White Canes Connect

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with Paul Howard and Kris Crawley from the National Organization of Blind Black Leaders (NOBBL). Paul tells us of the changes he has seen over his decades in the NFB. Kris explains how the NFB of South Carolina has started a black leaders division within the affiliate. Paul also tells us how he was blackballed from state services in Indiana for years.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/062

Contact The National Organization Of Blind Black Leaders

If you are interested in joining NOBBL, contact Shawn Callaway at [email protected]. Dues are only $1 for 2023. For more information about the black leaders division in the NFB of SC, contact Kris at [email protected].

Parents Of Blind Children Fundraiser

Support the Parents Division by purchasing candy! Go to https://www.sarriscandiesfundraising.com/VIEWBYCATEGORY.aspx?id=VA to make your purchase. If you do not see their name on the page, enter their code: 10-0316.

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

Please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with Shawn Callaway, President of the National Organization of Blind Black Leaders (NOBBL.) Shawn discusses the beginnings of the organization and the recent name change. He also talks about the need for NOBBL and how you can join.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/061

Contact The National Organization Of Blind Black Leaders

If you are interested in joining NOBBL, contact Shawn at [email protected]. Dues are only $1 for 2023.

YouTube Link Mentioned

Shawn talked about a clip from the popular morning show called The Breakfast Club. The hosts ridiculed a blind college student who wanted to get a babysitter job. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gb6Lnqbny1A.

Parents Of Blind Children Fundraiser

Support the Parents Division by purchasing candy! Go to https://www.sarriscandiesfundraising.com/VIEWBYCATEGORY.aspx?id=VA to make your purchase. If you do not see their name on the page, enter their code: 10-0316.

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

Please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with Suzy Wilburn from Southeastern Guide Dogs. She explains their program from breeding to graduation and beyond that. Suzy tells us how to get a guide dog and the training process. She also talks about Southeastern's greatest need: puppy raisers.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/060

Connect With Southeastern Guide Dogs

Learn more about Southeastern Guide Dogs at https://www.guidedogs.org. If you have questions, email [email protected] or call them at (941) 729-5665. Find them on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.

Promotional Videos And Commercials Have Audio Description

Southeastern Guide Dogs use Audio Description in their TV commercials and promotional videos. If you want to hear the difference between the two, go to https://www.iCantCU.com/216. In a segment called Just Listen, you can hear both audio versions. If you're going to listen to only part of the episode, the segment starts at about 35 minutes.

Parents Of Blind Children Fundraiser

Support the Parents Division by purchasing candy! Go to https://www.sarriscandiesfundraising.com/VIEWBYCATEGORY.aspx?id=VA to make your purchase. If you do not see their name, you can enter their code: 10-0316.

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

Please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa speaks with The Blind History Lady, Peggy Chong. She tells us how she started telling the stories of ordinary blind people in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Peggy mentioned that while researching one individual, she gets leads on five or six more people to do research on. She also tells us how you can help her.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/059

Books From The Blind History Lady

Peggy has written a book called Don Mahoney: Television Star that is available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3iUVbL5. She also has several books available at Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/search?query=%22The+Blind+History+Lady+Presents%22.

Connect With The Blind History Lady

Join Peggy's monthly mailing list or book a presentation at [email protected]. You can also learn more about her at TheBlindHistoryLady.com.

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

Please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with Sam Seavey from The Blind Life YouTube channel. Sam tells us how his channel started and has grown over the past decade. Sam encourages perspective YouTubers to just do it and gives recommendations on equipment. He also tells us about his diagnosis of Stargardt disease when he was 11 years old. Sam attended many schools growing up but felt most at home once he got to a school for the blind.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/058

Where To Find The Blind Life

Sam can be found all over the internet. Here are links to most places you can connect with him.

• YouTube: https://youtube.com/theblindlife
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblindlifesam/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblindlifesam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblindlife
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/theblindlifesam

Links To Gear Discussed

• Sony A7 IV Mirrorless Came that has a screen reader for some menu items
• GoPro Hero 11 The newest in the line of these cameras
• Wireless Lapel Microphone for use with iPhones

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

Please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with Sam Seavey from The Blind Life YouTube channel. Sam tells us how his channel started and has grown over the past decade. Sam encourages perspective YouTubers to just do it and gives recommendations on equipment. He also tells us about his diagnosis of Stargardt disease when he was 11 years old. Sam attended many schools growing up but felt most at home once he got to a school for the blind.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/058

Where To Find The Blind Life

Sam can be found all over the internet. Here are links to most places you can connect with him.

• YouTube: https://youtube.com/theblindlife
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblindlifesam/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblindlifesam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblindlife
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/theblindlifesam

Links To Gear Discussed

• Sony A7 IV Mirrorless Came that has a screen reader for some menu items
• GoPro Hero 11 The newest in the line of these cameras
• Wireless Lapel Microphone for use with iPhones

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

Please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with Michelle Glaze and Eric Bennardo from the Foundation Fighting Blindness. They explain how they came to the organization after participating in a VisionWalk. Eric, President of the Pittsburgh Chapter, talks about the FFB on a local level. Michelle, Director of Professional Outreach, discusses the research funded by the Foundation as well as ways to participate in studies to help find treatments and cures for blinding retina diseases.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/057

Connect With The Foundation Fighting Blindness

Learn more about the FFB at https://www.fightingblindness.org/. You can also connect with them on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn. You can also reach out via email at [email protected].

Inherited Retina Disease Registry

If you'd like to participate in clinical trials, sign up at https://www.MyRetinaTracker.org.

Pittsburgh Chapter

Eric is looking to fill out the board of the Pittsburgh Chapter. If you'd like to get involved, email Eric at [email protected]. You can also connect with Eric on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwjtgleE2xoWmbLPc3PooHA?app=desktop.

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

Please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with Katia Hadjeb-Rahman, the newly-elected President of the Pennsylvania Association of Guide Dog Users (PAGDU.) Katia tells us about her first NFB of PA State Convention and how she almost didn't attend the annual PAGDU meeting there. She is a passionate advocate for guide dog users, and it shows.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/056

Contact Katia About PAGDU

If you've got questions about PAGDU or guide dogs in general, contact Katia. Her email address is [email protected]. Learn more about the school where Katia got her guide dog Ireland at https://www.seeingeye.org/.

Resources & Links Mentioned

To read the article about the Canadian woman refused boarding by Air Canada: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/air-canada-apologizes-for-not-letting-blind-woman-fly-with-guide-dog-1.6629205

If Uber or Lyft has discriminated against you, the NFB wants to know: https://nagdu.org/rideshare.

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

In this season of giving, please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

We Need Your Pictures

We are looking for pictures to add to the NFB of PA website. If you want to share images of you using assistive tech, out and about with your white cane or guide dog, preparing a meal in the kitchen, or doing just about anything else, send them to us! Email [email protected]. One image per email, please. In the body of the email, type the description of the image you are sending.

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/whitecanesconnect/white_canes_connect_055_post.mp3

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David speak with blind actress Aszkara Gilchrist and Odd Man Out co-director Carlos Armesto. They discuss the immersive theater performance of the show and what the audience can expect. Aszkara tells us that she was drawn to acting at a young age. Carlos gives the backstory on this production, with its roots in Argentina.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/055

Odd Man Out Tickets And Info

Read more about Odd Man Out at https://www.pitchblackexperience.com/oddmanoutlive/. Buy tickets to experience the show at http://pitchblackexperience.com/oddmanoutlive/. The show runs through 12/18.

Connect With Aszkara Gilchrist

Read more about Aszkara on her website: https://www.aszkara.com/. Connect with her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/aszkaraglitters/.

Connect With Pitch Black Immersive Experiences

Read all about Pitch Black Immersive Experiences at https://www.pitchblackexperience.com/. Connect with Pitch Black on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pitchblackexperience/.

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

In this season of giving, please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

Chapter & Division Fundraisers

Pennsylvania Organization of Parents of Blind Children chocolate fundraiser: https://www.sarriscandiesfundraising.com/VIEWBYCATEGORY.aspx?id=VA Use code 10-0316 to ensure the division gets credit for the sale. Ends 12/15.

Capital Chapter Panera gift card: https://nfbp.org/our-organization/chapters/capital/panera-gift-card-fundraiser

White Canes Connect Now On YouTube

The podcast is now available on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel so you never miss an episode!

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

In this episode of White Canes Connect, Stacie and David speak with Chris Westbrook, the newly elected President of the deafblind division. He tells us his plans for the division. Chris also discusses his day job, testing websites for accessibility. He is also part of the NFB of PA tech team and talks about assistive tech training he has done.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/054

Contact Chris Westbrook

If you want to get involved in the Jigsaw Chapter or the deafblind division, get in touch with Chris Westbrook via email at [email protected].

Support The National Federation Of The Blind Of PA

In this season of giving, please consider donating to the NFB of PA. Since 1977, the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has been helping members live the lives they want! Please support the largest organization of the blind in the state.

Coffee With The NFB of PA President & Board

Learn more about the NFB of PA and upcoming events on 12/7 at 7 PM. Join at https://zoom.us/j/2159880888. Contact Stacie for more info.

Chapter & Division Fundraisers

Pennsylvania Organization of Parents of Blind Children chocolate fundraiser: https://www.sarriscandiesfundraising.com/VIEWBYCATEGORY.aspx?id=VA Use code 10-0316 to ensure the division gets credit for the sale.

Capital Chapter Panera gift card: https://nfbp.org/our-organization/chapters/capital/panera-gift-card-fundraiser

White Canes Connect Now On YouTube

The podcast is now available on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel so you never miss an episode!

Give Us A Call

We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.

Follow White Canes Connect

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio

Connect With Us

If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at [email protected].

https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/whitecanesconnect/white_canes_connect_053_post.mp3