# council blind (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover council blind. Page: Feed: --- ## [ACB Braille Forum - July/August 2026](https://acb-braille-forum-and-e-forum.pinecast.co/episode/0b3946a9/acb-braille-forum-july-august-2026) _2026-07-02 · ACB Braille Forum and E-Forum_ ACB Braille Forum Volume LXV • July-August 2026 • No. 1 This issue features a lot of articles about the convention in St. Louis. Do you want to learn more about advocacy? Check out Grace Hart's article, "Advocacy at Convention." And don't forget to sign up for Advocacy Boot Camp. Janet Dickelman's article, "Last-Minute Convention Information," points out the change in providers of wheelchairs and… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/0b3946a9-1ab6-4720-9aad-515a94667a4e:0dd1a2b4-f363-4c51-a10a-5cb2ba758449.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260516 BSCB 2026 Spring Conference and Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/de73f635/20260516-bscb-2026-spring-conference-and-convention) _2026-06-03 · ACB Events_ Bay State Council of the Blind 2026 Spring Conference and Convention Agenda Burlington Marriott Hotel – Saturday, May 16 Morning Session - Opening Remarks, David Kingsbury, President, BSCB - Overview of Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Activities, John Oliveira , Commissioner Julieann Cofone, Communications Coordinator - Participant Introductions - Acknowledgment of Convention Sponsors -… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/de73f635-1772-471a-ac68-6718096dbc1d.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [ACB Braille Forum - June 2026](https://acb-braille-forum-and-e-forum.pinecast.co/episode/dc12e682/acb-braille-forum-june-2026) _2026-06-01 · ACB Braille Forum and E-Forum_ ACB Braille Forum June 2026. 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[Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/c7892a81-b601-4909-972b-1b88b02f30f1.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 THURSDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/254551c1/20260223-rsva-sagebrush-2026-thursday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04 · ACB Events_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 THURSDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Thursday February 26, 2026 - Moderator: Ardis Bazyn (CO), Bazyn Communications, RSVA® First Vice President - “Innovative Businesses in the BEP Arena”: Jack Pinnock (FL), Dreamie Cookies Corp;… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/254551c1-c188-43a6-a063-ba68cf7396ba.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 WEDNESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/32acb61c/20260223-rsva-sagebrush-2026-wednesday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04 · ACB Events_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 WEDNESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Wednesday February 25, 2026 - “Technologies benefiting BEP operators and VI staff”: Haley Lan (FL), Patriot Vision Industries, LLC; Shawn Welker (MI), Founder & Consultant, VisualEyes Access;… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/32acb61c-b14e-4847-8cbb-d2e6011e53d9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260224 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 TUESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/a7692091/20260224-rsva-sagebrush-2026-tuesday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04 · ACB Events_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260224 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 TUESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Tuesday February 24, 2026 - "Welcome to Sagebrush": Scott Eggen (MN), SVS Vending, RSVA® President - "Welcome from Nevada": Louis DeMaioribus II, Business Enterprise Officer 2, Business… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/a7692091-fb9e-4db4-ac8d-0d8661d902bc.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 MOMDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/3ba2b56e/20260223-rsva-sagebrush-2026-momday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04 · ACB Events_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 MOMDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Monday February 23, 2026 RSVA Board Meeting [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/3ba2b56e-0dd2-44c3-bebd-b46fbf9ce1d3.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [ACB Braille Forum - April 2026](https://acb-braille-forum-and-e-forum.pinecast.co/episode/c61169aa/acb-braille-forum-april-2026) _2026-03-25 · ACB Braille Forum and E-Forum_ ACB Braille Forum 2026-04 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/c61169aa-f842-4a33-9c0f-bfafd269a46b.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [ACB Braille Forum - March 2026](https://acb-braille-forum-and-e-forum.pinecast.co/episode/7f554bfd/acb-braille-forum-march-2026) _2026-03-25 · ACB Braille Forum and E-Forum_ ACB Braille Forum March 2026 Table of Contents - President’s Message: All in Favor?, by Deb Cook Lewis - Learn About Continuing Education and Professional Development Hours, by Janet Dickelman - Connecting the Dots Through Life, Part Three: Braille in Retirement, by Penny Moss - Alaskan Bucket List, by Michael and Elaine Vining - My Why: Living with Blindness, by Allan Peterson - How to Add a… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/7f554bfd-efce-4970-9d68-8019cf5f6ddc.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [Every Channel. 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[Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/6ea1790b-c101-4087-b469-b3c3f156e711.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251122-01 kcb convention morning and afternoon](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/c43dcfe1/20251122-01-kcb-convention-morning-and-afternoon) _2025-11-22 · ACB Events_ 20251122-01 kcb convention morning and afternoon Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 22, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/c43dcfe1-227c-459b-a2f3-abd22d47ad59.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251122-03 kcb convention evening session](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/0bb0e668/20251122-03-kcb-convention-evening-session) _2025-11-22 · ACB Events_ 20251122-03 kcb convention evening session Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 22, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/0bb0e668-6b0f-43af-a118-2e004ec3539d.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251122-02 kcb convention business meeting](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/d53008e2/20251122-02-kcb-convention-business-meeting) _2025-11-22 · ACB Events_ 20251122-02 kcb convention business meeting Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 22, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/d53008e2-bfa9-43e6-ada0-a4bce51bf105.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251121-01 KCB convention afternoon session](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/5f875fdf/20251121-01-kcb-convention-afternoon-session) _2025-11-21 · ACB Events_ 20251121-01 KCB convention afternoon session Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 21, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/5f875fdf-3698-49fb-a10d-80d7848c7a58.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251121-02 kcb convention evening session](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/3862bd2a/20251121-02-kcb-convention-evening-session) _2025-11-21 · ACB Events_ 20251121-02 kcb convention evening session Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 21, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/3862bd2a-bd86-4ed2-9858-a941a6269a7a.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [2025 ACB AD Awards Gala Pre-Show](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/ff872148/2025-acb-ad-awards-gala-pre-show) _2025-11-14 · ACB Events_ Carl Richardson and Kim Charlson, Co-Chairs of the Audio Description Project chat with Rick Morin about the 2025 Audio Description Awards Gala and the AD industry prior to the airing of the 2025 Audio Description Awards Gala on November 13, 2025. [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/ff872148-7fe1-484b-af43-c1266956de73.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [2025 Audio Description Awards Gala, November 13, 2025](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/d47232d7/2025-audio-description-awards-gala-november-13-2025) _2025-11-14 · ACB Events_ 2025 American Council of the Blind Audio Description Gala Audio Description Project November 13, 2025 Join us for the 2025 AD Awards Gala! We honor people and organizations that help make film, tv, and video games more accessible. And we'll announce the winners of the AD People's Choice Awards. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/d47232d7-89c4-4bc0-8cd8-6615126f7263.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1900 ACBVA Banquet Keynote Address - Celebration, Debra Hill](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/0ef6f88a/20251118-1900-acbva-banquet-keynote-address-celebration-debra-hill) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251118 1900 ACBVA Banquet Keynote Address - Celebration, Debra Hill Debra Hill , motivational speaker, singer, and proud member of ACBVA shares her story, voice, and vision for resilience and empowerment. Learn more about her work and music at debrahillsings.com Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/0ef6f88a-d0cf-46bb-b54e-4810812fe444.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [profullstack on Ko‑fi (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/f5RW0i4tYGVJ) _2025-11-07 · **Sponsored**_ Open the creator's Ko‑fi page. ## [20251118 1630 ACBVA Session 5,, Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive Technology](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/b7b2c122/20251118-1630-acbva-session-5-tech-that-talks-back-everyday-strategies-for-navigating-ai-assistive-technology) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251118 1630 ACBVA Session 5,, Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive Technology Session 5: Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive Technology Facilitated by Jeremy Grandstaff and Stan Gowen Discover how today’s smart tools can boost independence and simplify daily life. Whether you’re tech-curious or already plugged in, this… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/b7b2c122-d264-441e-a3e6-307b0510a1b9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1515 ACBVA Session 4, Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay Safe](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/dce85dc4/20251118-1515-acbva-session-4-falls-prevention-stand-tall-stay-safe) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251118 1515 ACBVA Session 4, Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay Safe Session 4: Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay Safe Larry Johnson, an ACB member from San Antonio, TX who has given workshops from 1 hour to 8 weeks on Falls Prevention, and Doug Powell, a 20+ year Tai Chi teacher, combine to give hints to improve your environment and exercises to improve your balance with special focus on… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/dce85dc4-3fba-4ba9-9752-b84bb057f496.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1400 ACBVA Session 3, Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, Protect](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/53a63a03/20251118-1400-acbva-session-3-emergency-preparedness-plan-prepare-protect) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251118 1400 ACBVA Session 3, Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, Protect Session 3: Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, Protect Donna Clarke and --- from --- walk us through critical safety planning that’s both practical and empowering. 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Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/69e42602-4404-47fa-b4d3-926b7f6a0e88.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1045 ACBVA Session 2, Household Management – Tips & Tricks](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/f8f1d3c3/20251118-1045-acbva-session-2-household-management-tips-tricks) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251118 1045 ACBVA Session 2, Household Management – Tips & Tricks Session 2: Household Management – Tips & Tricks Make life at home easier and safer by exchanging tips and techniques with other members in a lively discussion led by Sam Joehl and Vicki Ratcliffe. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/f8f1d3c3-baba-477c-9ab3-93a56b24802d.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 0930 ACBVA Session 1, Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an Impact](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/188f6580/20251118-0930-acbva-session-1-advocacy-in-action-get-involved-make-an-impact) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251118 0930 ACBVA Session 1, Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an Impact Session 1: Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an Impact Ready to turn your passion into real change? We will hear from two of our Virginia State delegates, Patrick A. Hope (District 1) and Rodney T. Willett (District 58). This dynamic session will equip you with tips and insider knowledge to advocate more… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/188f6580-873d-4998-9ee6-542f7137bc5a.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 0900 ACBVA Saturday Welcome, Agenda Overview, Pledge, National Anthem, Attendee Introductions](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/09b11bdb/20251118-0900-acbva-saturday-welcome-agenda-overview-pledge-national-anthem-attendee-introductions) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251118 0900 ACBVA Saturday Welcome, Agenda Overview, Pledge, National Anthem, Attendee Introductions [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/09b11bdb-809c-4975-85e0-6c064d06c8e5.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251117 1900 ACBVA Workshop, Lead the Way – Igniting Leadership in AC1B of Virginia](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/b40080af/20251117-1900-acbva-workshop-lead-the-way-igniting-leadership-in-ac1b-of-virginia) _2025-11-07 · ACB Events_ 20251117 1900 ACBVA Workshop, Lead the Way – Igniting Leadership in AC1B of Virginia Workshop: Lead the Way – Igniting Leadership in ACB of Virginia Led by ACBVA leader and President Doug Powell and experienced facilitator and leader Jeremy Grandstaff , this session will help you explore your leadership potential, gain practical tools, and connect with others passionate about making a difference.… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/b40080af-2c7d-4320-a050-98545540b81b.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [ACB Braille Forum - November/December 2025](https://acb-braille-forum-and-e-forum.pinecast.co/episode/5363e15c/acb-braille-forum-november-december-2025) _2025-11-01 · ACB Braille Forum and E-Forum_ ACB Braille Forum November-December 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/5363e15c-90c3-4bd7-abed-d957013e06ff.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-4-ACB Of Oregon - Part 4](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/e88a53b3/20251018-4-acb-of-oregon-part-4) _2025-10-18 · ACB Events_ 20251018-4-ACB Of Oregon - Part 4 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 2:30-3:45 PM Lego Fun for Everyone - Hunter Palmer & Tyanne Wilmath Attendees participated in a welcoming, hands-on Lego event designed especially for people who were blind or visually impaired. Together, they built bright spring daffodils using Lego bricks. Volunteers were on hand to guide and support, but… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/e88a53b3-a0ea-4bcf-ab05-f6075aa9abdd.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/D82Z7Z9KVYW4) _2025-10-18 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [20251018-3-ACB Of Oregon - Part 3](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/a1c5c4e9/20251018-3-acb-of-oregon-part-3) _2025-10-18 · ACB Events_ 20251018-3-ACB Of Oregon - Part 3 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 Your Daily AI Toolkit - Michael Babcock & Jeff Bishop Participants learned how AI could fit into everyday life with tools that made things more accessible and saved time. Demos of Seeing AI, Be My Eyes with AI, ChatGPT, and Alexa were presented, plus practical tips attendees could start using right away.… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/a1c5c4e9-2572-4ce9-962c-2dbf2d457df1.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-2-ACB Of Oregon - Part 2](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/e59520e6/20251018-2-acb-of-oregon-part-2) _2025-10-18 · ACB Events_ 20251018-2-ACB Of Oregon - Part 2 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 10:45AM Democracy Live Presentation 11:00 am Oregon Commission for the Blind – Dacia Johnson, Executive Director Talking Books and Braille Services –Tiff Bowers, Outreach Librarian Hull Foundation & Learning Center – Creanna Gallegos, Interim Executive Director 11:55 am Second Reading of Nominations – James… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/e59520e6-f000-4c25-b648-8407fbff3475.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-5-ACB Of Oregon - Part 5](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/78855ac5/20251018-5-acb-of-oregon-part-5) _2025-10-18 · ACB Events_ 20251018-5-ACB Of Oregon - Part 5 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 6:30 PM Banquet Program Guest Speaker, Jeff Bishop, BITS President ACB of Oregon Scholarship Winner, Ella Shroud 50/50 Drawing Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/78855ac5-119e-4cf7-bbc0-4137d36ff34f.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-1-ACB Of Oregon - Part 1](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/fb38ba91/20251018-1-acb-of-oregon-part-1) _2025-10-18 · ACB Events_ 20251018-1-ACB Of Oregon - Part 1 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 9:00 am Convened General Session – ACBO President, Carrie Muth Presentation of Colors & Flag Salute Invocation – Ray Gruener, Prayer Pastor at Cowboy Church Welcome to Springfield – Mayor Sean VanGordon 9:20 am Approved Convention Agenda Roll Call of Chapters – Carrie Muth Recognized the Fun Squad… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/fb38ba91-d992-4608-98a2-cf15707b2bb9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250928 0900 Sunday Morning 2025 NCCB Convention Business and Board Meeting](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/256cdee9/20250928-0900-sunday-morning-2025-nccb-convention-business-and-board-meeting) _2025-10-10 · ACB Events_ 20250928 0900 Sunday Morning 2025 NCCB Convention Business and Board Meeting North Carolina Council of the Blind 2025 State Convention Wyndham Garden Greensboro Saturday Evening September 27, 2025 – General Business Meeting Welcome & Call to Order — Sandi Owens, President Attendance Roll Call — Ashley Coleman, Secretary – Secretary’s Report — Ashley Coleman – Treasurer’s Report — Chris Flynt,… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/256cdee9-0770-44ff-a846-d776d7c3bafc.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250927 1900 Saturday Evening 2025 NCCB Convention Banquet](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/a3127f88/20250927-1900-saturday-evening-2025-nccb-convention-banquet) _2025-10-10 · ACB Events_ North Carolina Council of the Blind 2025 State Convention Wyndham Garden Greensboro Saturday Evening September 27, 2025 Banquet & Evening Program Invocation Keynote Speaker — Claire Stanley, J.D. 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