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Stories and profiles of compelling people impacted by all degrees of vision loss and disability. Plus, Reid explores his own experiences becoming blind as an adult in his unique way pairing his words with audio and sound design.
In this final episode of the FTS season, I’m taking a fresh, dramatic look at the state of AD. It’s an artistic exploration of how audio description went from a promising, groundbreaking career path to something threatened by AI and text-to-speech. To do this, we're taking on the true crime genre, but the case is about Audio Description itself. Follow or subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Transcripts available at ReidMyMind.com. FB/IG @ReidMyMindRadio
In this latest episode, we’re joined by Nic Novicki, founder of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge (EDFC) - an annual competition that gives disabled creatives the chance to showcase their talent in front of and behind the camera. We discuss: Nic's career and the relationship to EDFC And plenty more... Follow or subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Transcripts available at ReidMyMind.com. FB/IG @ReidMyMindRadio
In this latest episode, we feature, educator, musician, and composer Estevan Carlos Benson, exploring the power of sound design in film. We're breaking down how sound shapes our understanding of a story—often without a single line of dialogue. Estevan shares tips for “active listening,”we discuss audio easter eggs and I have some fun with audio... Follow or subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Transcripts available at ReidMyMind.com. FB/IG @ReidMyMindRadio
This episode we're diving deep into the creative possibilities of audio description with Blind Composer , Kemal Gorey. Hear about: - "Blending in" - The impact of his first time on stage as a boy - His personal experience with audio description ... and how all of this lead to the opportunity for Kemal to score a silent film entirely based on its audio description. Follow or subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Transcripts available at ReidMyMind.com. FB/IG @ReidMyMindRadio
This episode we're diving deep into the creative possibilities of audio description with Blind Composer , Kemal Gorey. Hear about: - "Blending in" - The impact of his first time on stage as a boy - His personal experience with audio description ... and how all of this lead to the opportunity for Kemal to score a silent film entirely based on its audio description. Follow or subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Transcripts available at ReidMyMind.com. FB/IG @ReidMyMindRadio
For the past few years, the summer season has been dedicated to Flipping the Script on Audio Description. Even though I've been gone for a minute, we're continuing with that tradition.
In the upcoming episodes we'll continue to explore AD and in general access to video content all through a Blind Centered approach. Simply put, centering the Blind and low vision AD consumers in the conversation.
I'm excited to be back producing episodes and in conversation with the Reid My Mind Radio Family. Hit play and I'll drop another episode later in July.
Happy New Year! I'm hopping into the podcast feed to share some news about POD Access. The forthcoming website and podcast are all focused on d/Deaf and disabled podcasters interested in starting or maintaining a podcast.
Meet Sam Gould & Christopher Robinson of Think Outside the Vox, bringing equitable access to the live theater space in Massachusetts. We're talking about American Sign Language, Audio Description, live captioning and more. Anyone interested in making their live space access more culturally competent and in general, equitable, you need to listen/read this episode. Subscribe/Follow wherever you get podcasts. FB/IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & More: ReidMyMind.com
We headed across the pond again, (virtually) to hang out with Elaine, Lesta and Shivaangee AKA SoundScribe. We discuss their origin story, AD philosophy, representation from the global majority, audio description as art and more. Hopefully this edited version of our conversation captures the fun we had... at least I know I enjoyed our time together. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
A special invitation to those who rock with Reid My Mind Radio. Help me celebrate 10 years of producing the podcast! Please share your feedback about the podcast; How has it impacted you? What guests or topics resonate with you? Send a voice memo or call 1-570-798-7343.... Email: ReidMyMindRadio@gmail.com Shout outs welcomed too! Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com.
It's an unwanted tradition for this podcast to have an annual critique on the state of whitewashing in audio description. Moving forward: * We'll continue to call out those involved; companies, narrators... * We'll amplify those making equitable access. * We will bring about change, with or without you! #TimesUp Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
At 12 years old, Eleanor Stollery nnarrated the audio description for a live performance of "The Witches" at the National Theater in the UK. We hear from Eleanor, her Dad, AD veteran Roz Charmer and head of Access for the National Theater David Bellwood. We discuss Eleanor's entry into AD, exactly how she landed the opportunity and what it took to make it happen. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com.
Kicking off this 2024 FTS season with Omnium Circus. Featuring the story of their beginnings, a brief history of circus and of course audio description as told through the experiences of Omniums; Founder, Lisa Lewis, Co Audio Describer, Liz Bolick & Outreach Coordinator, Brian Velasquez - who truly kicks off this episode. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 04/20/2024 (Zoom) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid BlindCenteredAD at Gmail.com For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
In this last episode of the Art of Adjustment (AOA) season, I'm exploring tribe and trust. Two themes that stood out to me in the last episode, featuring Andres Jay Molina. I thought I'd explore them as they're quite important to our adjustment. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
In this second to last episode of the season meet Film Maker, Poet and Motion Graphic Artis, Andres "Jay" Molina. Learn how he found purpose through film making and poetry, community, trust in others and how it all helped lead to preparing him for opportunity. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
Taking the time to stop and breathe applies to everything. It's my hope that those listening to this podcast, especially those new to disability, really take the time to digest the various ideas and topics my guests raise. In my last episode with Kiana Glanton,we chatted about Caribbean Carnival. Well, I'm glad I sat with it, it sparked some thoughts and an idea.... Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
Kiana Glanton, Development Intern at the Lighthouse Guild in NYC was in search of opportunity after vision loss. Today, she wants to help others by sharing what worked for her. Among them, Blind Baseball. She's also the reigning Miss Blind Diva & Miss Independent YouTube Challenge winner. Find out what drives her, keeps her motivated and definitely energized! Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
In this latest episode I continue with my self-portrait. My conversation with Andrew Leland led me to consider, what exactly makes someone a disabled artist? This raised other topics including identity, ableism and the impact on my family. So I invited my daughters, Riana and Raven to join me. Which automatically makes it one of my favorites to produce! Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com.
Andrew Leland's first book, The Country of the Blind, isn't about a fictional place, rather it's about something much more real. In this episode we cover; Writing - its importance and impact on his adjustment Internal Ableism His vote for President of the Country of the Blind and more! Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 03/02/2024 (Zoom Recording) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Email: BlindCenteredAD at Gmail.com For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
In this continuous self-portrait episode, I'm exploring aspects of my own adjustment to becoming Blind. Reflecting back on my early days, I realized I didn't have much of a chance of retreating inward. I was a little annoyed about that at first. But my special guest helps me understand. Content Warning: Brief mentioning of depression and suicide. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com.
At 16 Krystle Allen became Blind and turned inward. Eventually curiosity and strong connection to her family, friends and the community in Newark, New Jersey helped her launch her non-profit organization, Eyes Like Mine Inc. Hear about events like the Miss Blind Diva Empowerment Pageant, Dancing with the Blind and more aiding others in their adjustment. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
This podcast always wanted to be a way to share our stories and experiences as well as providing encouragement to those adjusting to blindness and disability in general, This year makes ten years of producing this podcast. Take a listen to what's in store for this first season of 2024. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
Just in time to close out 2023, the band is back together!
We're continuing our live series "Blind Centered Audio Description" with a conversation on Allyship.
Plenty of people claim to be allies, but how many of us actually know what true allyship is supposed to look like? Too often, much of what we experience is performative.
Take a listen to this live conversation and then consider those you and many of us in the community perceive to be an ally.
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To find out when and where the next live chat is taking place, send an email to BlindCenteredAD at Gmail.com. We'll add you to our notification list.
I'm a fan of Superfest Disability Film Festival and I think you will be too if you're not already. In support of Superfest 2023, I decided to ReidPlay an episode from 2020 where you'll learn all about the history of the festival, the process of selecting films , the meaning of disability 201 films and more about the longmore center. The head over to SuperfestFilm.com. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
Eric Wickstrom, Director of AD at IDC and Rhys Lloyd Head of Studios at DVW, join me to discuss challenges and solutions to the production of quality audio description. I couldn't think of a better way to conclude both this two part episode and the 2023 Flipping the Script season. Don't forget to check out part one... Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
In this two part series we're looking at what we, all of us who appreciate audio description and want to see it improve, can do about those things jeopardizing it's future growth.
First, the often used comparison of AD to captions with an actual user.
Are they really the North star that should be guiding how we advocate for audio description?
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This is the last bonus episode which stems from the Flipping the Script on Audio Description: What We See episode where I linked visual hallucinations, trust and the participation of Blind people in audio description.
Andrew Slater and I talk about producing audio description, hallucinations, synesthesia and more.
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In this bonus episode, I speak with Collin van Uchelen. A community psychologist out of Vancouver Canada, Collin talks about his experience with Scintillating Photopsia, his work defining a means of effectively describing fireworks as well as his own jour
Cultural competency in AD means authentic experiences of film and television because #RepresentationMatters! Yet, the "white washing" of Black content continues. One of the most egregious examples, "Hair Tales" all about Black women and their hair was narrated by a white woman. Something has to be said.
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In this bonus episode, I'm sharing the full (slightly edited) versions of my conversations with each of the guests appearing in "What We See".
First up, my conversation with Carmen Papalia where we discuss:
- Blind vs. Non-visual
- Apparitions/Hallucinations
- Engaging hallucinations with Canibis
... & more.
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Set Hernandez is the producer and director of Unseen- a documentary which follows Pedro, an undocumented college student who happens to be Blind. The two join me to discuss; film making, intersectionality, audio description and more. #NoMorePasses
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Inspired by the podcast "Pigeonhole" by my friend and colleague Cheryl Green, I decided to explore my own experience with hallucinations. I recognized a correlation between what I see and the challenges we face as Blind people trying to work in audio description.
Carmen Papalia, Collin van Uchelen & Andrew Slater help me work through this idea & Flip the Script on AD!
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Adrienne Livingston, Director of Anti-Sex Trafficking for World Ventures discusses sex trafficking and its relationship to disability. Learn about the techniques used to persuade unsuspecting men and women into a life of prostitution and or domestic violence. TW CW: This episode contains references to physical or emotional violence and sexual acts. Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
Edited recording BCAD009 Live Chat:04/05/2023 (Linked In) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 04/05/2023(Linked In) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 03-08-2023(Linked In) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 12/09/2022 (Linked In) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious Scott N: @MrBrokenEyes For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 11/09/2022 (Linked In) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious Scott N: @MrBrokenEyes For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 10/07/2022(LocationTwitter) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious Scott N: @MrBrokenEyes For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 09/21/2022 (LocationTwitter) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious Scott N: @MrBrokenEyes For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 09/09/2022 (Twitter) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious Scott N: @MrBrokenEyes For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Edited recording BCAD Live Chat: 8/26/2022 (Twitter Spaces) BCAD Live Chats are not limited to one platform. We hope to schedule on different days in order to help provide more opportunity for live participation across the globe. To find out where/when the next Live Chat will take place be sure to follow: on Twitter Nefertiti: @NefMatOli Cheryl: @WhoAmIToStopIt Thomas: @tsreid Scott B: @BlindConfucious Scott N: @MrBrokenEyes For Transcript visit: www.ReidMyMind.com
Today, in 22 minutes we're closing 2022 with a bit about why the radio is important to this podcast. Plus: - Podcast shout outs! - What to expect from RMM Radio in 2023 - What is BCAD Chats - The 2022 Rap Up Happy Holidays Family! Peace & Love Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com
To close the #YGBD season , Disability Advocate Heather Watkins and Journalist Lisa Bryant join me to discuss some of the challenges affecting disabled Black women.
Career, relationships, parenting, healthcare and more.
Remember to check out the ACB Audio Description Awards Gala on 11/29 hosted by yours truly along with RMM Radio sister, Nefertiti Matos Olivares.
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Marc Safman is a Paralegal who worked in anti-money laundering compliance. He's considered "sighted" Deaf Blind.
Today he joins the podcast to discuss some of the various access challenges he and many others face in employment, social and advocacy circles.
Plus, what's up with the continuous examination of Helen Keller?
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Many have been using and advocating for self description for years including my guest; Disability Rights Lawyer and advocate for Accessible technology and more, Haben Girma.
We discuss it's importance and the complaints some have against the practice. Like most things, self description goes deeper than you may realize.
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Many have been using and advocating for self description for years including my guest; Disability Rights Lawyer and advocate for Accessible technology and more, Haben Girma.
We discuss it's importance and the complaints some have against the practice. Like most things, self description goes deeper than you may realize.
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Concerned about environmental, social and political upheaval, I got to thinking... How can the disability community prepare?
I reached out to Justice Shorter; a Disability Justice advocate and Black Disabled Lives Matter amplifier. She is a national expert on disability inclusive disaster protections, emergency management and humanitarian crises/conflicts.
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Wrapping up the 2022 FTS season with a bright red bow! Professor Maria Jose Garcia Vizcaino of Montclair State University joins us to discuss her fully immersive AD course where students;
* choose a concentration - theater, museum or film
* work on real world projects in the community
* learn and practice both creative and compliance approach
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In today's episode we speak with Natalie Trevonne, one of the two host of the Fashionably Tardy podcast about the lack of fashion descriptions in films and television. Of course, you already know, it's about more than entertainment. Plus we hear how Natalie's pursuit of her interest helped her find her way into acting.
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Shining a spotlight on Nefertiti Matos Olivares - a bilingual, Blind Voice talent, Audio Description Narrator, Advocate, Writer, Quality Control specialist and workshop facilitator. This episode features; - Shining a spotlight on Nefertiti Matos Oliveras - a bilingual, Blind Voice talent, Audio Description Narrator, Advocate, Writer, Quality Control specialist and workshop facilitator. This episode features;
- early experience with inaccessibility
- pursuing a passion
- AD community response to her writing AD for the all Blind AD production project
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Kicking off this 2022 FTS season, we're pulling on the edges a bit and exploring how AD itself is not only artistic, but how it can be that inspiration, a catalyst for a new work of art.
This episode features:
* Access Artist Cheryl Green @WhoAmIToStopIt
* Prof. Arseli Dokumaci @Arselidok
* Salima Panjwani IG: @PictureSalima
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Since critiquing Black Panther's audio description in 2018, there's been a significant amount of discussion on the subject of white AD narrators voicing BIPOC films and cultural competence in general. So why is it still happening? Judas and the Black Messiah, Insecure are just two of the latest examples I experienced. Let's talk about it and more.
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In this final episode of the season we feature Question, a young Producer & Rapper from Atlanta. A student of Hip Hop, he recognized the power of team and along with his fellow artists Damasta & Migo Traffic, curated a collective of Blind producers, rappers, engineers known as Blind & Famous!
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From all sorts of sports and activities to video games; people with disabilities find ways to not only play, but excel.
Accessibility Consultant Brandon Cole, along with two disabled gamers with different experiences Orlando Johnson and Eron Zeno join me to talk about the various barriers, adaptations and finally, accessibility, being built into video games.
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Since her first experience with Technology, Adriana Mallozzi knew it was the key to her independence. In this episode we hear how pairing that love of tech with her empathy along with advocacy and leadership skills led her to start Puffin Innovations. Literally, Adriana is creating the technology enabling more people to do their thing with their disability!
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Kicking off Doing Your Thing with Disability!
We begin with Marguerite Woods, who's all about good energy. I just knew during that first conversation, I had to have her back on to discuss more of her experiences as an advocate, philosophy as it pertains to blindness and disability. Plus I wanted to hear more about her trip to India and all that meant to her.
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Bonus episode, right on time for Black History Month.
A Black History Mash Up where I take two real world individuals from history; Isaac Woodard & Robert Williams and imagine if they met on one specific day.
Plus help me congratulate our first Social Media Give Away winner...
New season begins in March...
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In this final episode of 2021, I'm Teaming up with the original #YGBD brothers, AJ Murray and D'arcee Charington Neal, to explore masculinity from a disabled perspective.
Taking the mask off masculinity, we see what's behind it race, sexuality, gender norms, the patriarchy and of course disability.
Wishing you a healthy & prosperous 2022!
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A Special Holiday Greeting
Includes announcement about an upcoming Reid My Mind Radio Giveaway in 2022!
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Hip Hop Christmas by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/
Artist, Rapper, EMMY Award WinningToni Hickman. We talk about her;
- History in the rap game
- Encounter with Suge Knight
- New group Thakur
- Experience with disability as a Black woman, the impact on her career, winning an EMMY and so much more. Of course, we pay special attention to the valuable lessons that are applicable to anyone adjusting to disability.
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Lateef McLeod (pronounced McCloud) is a writer, poet, performance artist and PhD student. He's a user of AAC technology or Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Today we discuss AAC,Synthetic Speech, his experience as a disabled Black man and more. PlusRMMR enters the Fictional Podcast space; with AD of course Subscribe/follow wherever you get podcasts. FB & IG: @ReidMyMindRadio Twitter: @tsreid Transcripts & more: www.reidmymind.com Special Shout Out to NorthSeventhStreet.com
Kicking off this final season of 2021 with advocate, writer, spoken word artist and the CEO of Blind Girl Magic, Ms. Jeanetta Price.
In this episode, we're taken on a magical journey that includes some familiar experiences, unexpected turns, and some passionate spoken word poetry.
I'm not a magician, but today, I will Reid your mind!
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Finding a way or a reason to bridge the disabled and non-disabled world of theater goers has been one of Nathan Geering's goals. He's the founder of the Rationale Method, a non-objective means of providing description that incorporates immersive artistic expressions including poetry, beat boxing and sound design to create accessible and inclusive performances for all.
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For many Blind people, audio described sex scenes in film and television have been less than stimulating. In fact, leaving some downright frustrated. This conversation has larger implications including infantilization of Blind and disabled people, sex education, consent and more.
This is for the grown
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Maria Victoria Diaz PhD, an Electrical Engineer left Columbia to help "Flip the Script" not only on Audio Description but access in general for native Spanish speaking people. Hear all about Access 4 All - a solution assuring Audio Description can be shared across platforms| Go CC - providing access for the Deaf Blind to content and emergency information...
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There's a lot of conversation taking place about Audio Description. While Flipping the Script is less about the mainstream AD talk, I wanted to bring some perspective to this discussion.
I invited Roy Samuelson to share some of what he has been involved in as a means of creating awareness and advancing Audio Description. We're both pretty passionate about this subject and while we may disagree on what will be effective, it's clear our goals align.
Our conversation actually went beyond what we both intended. This version however, is mainly focusing on some news concerning Audio Description awards outside of the blindness organizations, some interesting news regarding The EMMY's and implications for Blind Narrators and there may even be a special appearance from a Jeanie!
For a less abbreviated version check out The Audio Description Network Alliance or ADNA.org
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Alyscia Cunningham is an author, photographer and film maker. Her latest book and documentary "I Am More Than My Hair" explores women's hairloss. One of the subjects of the book and documentary is Marguerite Woods. Through this relationship, Alyscia became aware of the lack of access to the arts among Blind and Disabled people. It changed her approach to producing and thinking about art.
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Unable to break into Audio Description writing, rather than sitting around waiting for things to change, Kensuke Nakamura decided to just start. They were soon introduced to other similarly motivated people including Voice Talent Barbara Faison and a Blind AD Writer Robert Kingett. Add two more and you have Social Audio Description
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To conclude this first season of the podcast which fully focused on those adjusting to blindness, I share a few thoughts from guests featured so far in 2021. Some of these comments were not included in the original episodes.
This episode also includes some of what's in store for the next season beginning in July. Plus, I too am personally headed into a new season of my life.
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Qudsiya Naqui, founder and host of the podcast Down to the Struts, shares several transformative moments throughout her blindness journey.
She discusses going from someone who hides their white cane to a proud Blind person who chooses to advocate on behalf of all people with disabilities.
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Catarina Rivera grew up Deaf. By the time she was comfortable not only using hearing aids but with herself as well, she received a diagnosis; she was going Blind. She just so happened to be getting ready to leave home for college.
Today, she has a Master's in Public Health and is using her platform, Blindish Latina, to advocate and spread awareness.
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Musician,/R & B Artist/Rapper Envizion became Blind while in his second semester in college. By the next semester he was back on campus, despite the advice from his counselors. Sometimes being blind to those trying to alter your goals is what's r
Lachi is a Recording Artist, Writer, producer ... someone who grew up with Low Vision and now is going Blind. You may have expectations as to how someone would react to such news... You're wrong!
Hear how the power of music and people helped Lachi expand her confidence and develop her own view of blindness and disability. And of course, there's the music and much more!
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Pramit Bhargava, is the founder of an Android app called Louie. Today, we explore his personal adjustment to blindness story. An honest look into his experience with vision loss and how his view of blindness and disability has dramatically changed over the years. And of course, there's Louie!
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I always wanted my mother to come on the podcast to discuss the topic of adult child/parent relationships after Vision Loss or disability. But Mom was from that generation that didn't really get into those types of conversations. We lost her this month at the age of 85 and I felt the need to talk about some of these feelings I know many of those adjusting to Vision Loss will share.
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Happy New Year!
We're kicking it off with Cathy Kudlick back on the podcast. Last time we talked Superfest. This time she's sharing Valuable experiences from her life that helped her move away from denying her blindness to using her interests and abilities to become Director of the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability.
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Whether we're talking about blindness specifically or the Covid19 pandemic,2020 was all about adjusting.
Police senseless killings, Black Lives Matter, Healthcare, we are lacking a just thing!
A look back at 2020 from this podcast's perspective in just 20 minutes and 20 seconds!
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Moving beyond the US border we speak with two describers. Rebecca Singh & Elaine Lillian Joseph. We hear how they came to description, the importance of centering Blind people in the process and more on guidelines for describing race, color or ethnicity.
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Allyson Johnson, Bill Larson, Inger Tudor, & Tansy Alexander - Voice Over Artists & AD Narrators join me to discuss;
How important is voice? Not just the quality and tone, but what else is implied by what is heard? Is the voice indicative of an entire group of people. Can a woman's voice fit a specific genre of film? Is there really a Black voice? Let's flip the script and find out.
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Artist, Writer and Poet Charles Curtis Blackwell shares stories of his life. We hear pivotal moments of influence including Jazz and school busing. Loss, Forgiveness, Purpose and of course Art!
His experience and approach to adjusting to vision loss is a must hear for anyone new to blindness.
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People with disabilities are considered the largest minority group, yet Black people with disabilities are seldom included in the conversation or seen in the media.
In this Co hosted/produced episode with Ajani AJ Murray, we speak with Rasheera Dopsonand D'Arcee Charington to discuss the Black Disabled experience from their individual perspectives.
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There's so much more to AD than what we hear. So, today on the podcast, we're going to expand who we actually hear from on the topic. There are the "experts" but there are plenty more with something really valuable to contribute. Alejandra Ospina, Liz Thomson and Chanelle Carson: 3 AD Writers & Narrators helping me Flip the Script to hear what's on the other side!
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Cathy Kudlick & Emily Beitik from the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability, home to The Superfest Film Festival join me to discuss all things Superfest 2020. Including:
- Providing accessible online content during the Pandemic
- Defining 101 vs. 201 Disability Films
- Creating a template for Accessible Film Festivals
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In this episode we feature Eric & IDC's Head Audio Description Writer Liz Gutman. We learn about their process, the industry and more all through the lens of consumers advocating for #AudioDescription. Plus if you believe Blind people should be involved in the creation of AD, you'll want to hear what IDC is doing about this.
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Luck or Divine force? John Samuel, Chief Innovation Officer of LCI Tech recognizes the latter. His adjustment to blindness journey included adventures in India, Cameroon and more. Yes, life is about the journey, but in this case where he ends up is truly part of his story.
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talking about the place we have to start if we are really going to make change in this country & world. This includes the blindness consumer advocacy org's; ACB and NFB. Do they really serve all Blind people? In an effort to remain hopeful, I was reminded of a story from the archive that in a way illustrates some of what needs to happen in order to really move forward.
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2019 Holman Prize winner, Dr. Mona Minkara along with her Planes Trains & Canes production team join me to talk about the documentary series on YouTube. The series follows Mona traveling alone to five cities around the world using only public transportation.
The series highlights many of the challenges those with vision loss experience on a daily basis.
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New normal? Those adjusting to blindness have a lot of experience in this way of thinking. I invited my wife Marlett on the podcast to discuss the topic. The result is good advice for others, we stop her Tick Tock obsession and it's also establishing the framing for an upcoming episode featuring Planes Trains & Canes.
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Continuing with the exploration of Audio Description, I'm very happy to have one of the founders of Audio Eyes, Rick Boggs on the podcast. We get a bit of historyof AD with an emphasis on the role Blind people played in its creation & advances. Why is
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Matthew Shifrin is a young musician, Inventor, Entrepreneur and Advocate. His story of bringing accessible instructions to Lego is a great example of the power of individual advocacy. Hear about his other projects including virtual reality, comic book access, rock climbing and a new podcast.
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In this episode I'm working through something that's been nagging me for a while. Giving it some real consideration led me to recall a story from my own adjustment experience. A time when I got duped into being a part of a live performance of inspiration porn. Well, sort of. Let's just say I wasn't there for the same reasons as those running the event.
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Ajani "AJ" Murray knew from an early age that he wanted to act. his first school was television which he studied intently.
Hear how television and movies provided much more than entertainment for him and his family. His methods for navigating the obstacles along his journey and how he's making his own place in an industry that isn't always welcoming.
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Living a creative life for Victoria Clare is more than a way to express herself. It serves as a way to help her own adjustment to vision loss
Hear her story from denial and rebellion to acceptance and putting her in a position to support others.
She's a Sculptor, Musician, Entrepreneur... and she's working on becoming a Scratch DJ! For real though!
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A brief update from me regarding the podcast & the future. this episode features an original production I'm calling the RMM Radio 2019 Rap Up. It features my daughter Raven Reid along with yours truly spittin' that fire! I even created a video availab
An RMM Radio O.G (Original Guest) is back! Joe Strechay, Blindness Consultant tells us all about his work on the new series See from Apple TV Plus. Yes, he was hanging out with the cast, but the job required some real sacrifices. Hear his advice for his 19 year old self who didn't know what to think when first facing blindness.
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Alice Sheppard and Kinetic Light partner, Laurel Lawson together discuss Audimance - transforming dance into sound.
Hear how they became Dancers, the challenges of finding physically integrated dance schools, the film "Inclinations" and all about the app changing how we think about audio description.
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There are specific concerns around finding employment for people with vision loss, but so much of the process is universal.
Nancy Karas, an HR Leader and Executive Coach shares insight to help people find their happiness. Learn the latest approach to finding a job, improve online networking, finding your dream job and increasing productivity.
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Megan Aragon is the Director of Knowledge Advancement Programs with AFB. Hear all about the new Blind Leaders Development Program and how it can help you reach your career goals.
Megan's own story of adjusting to vision loss exemplifies the ideas behind the BLDP. This is a must listen for anyone struggling to accept their own blindness.
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Third time on the podcast, Stephanae McCoy is the co-founder of Captivating Magazine. Hear her journey from once believeing there was no future to empowering women with vision loss to see their Bold, Blind Beauty Captivating selves!Plus Steph is a part of #Spark SaturdayPCB...
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When Kristin Smedley was told her first son was Blind the doctor said there was no hope. Hear her journey from a lack of information to writing Thriving Blind: Stories of Real people Succeeding Without Sight.
Plus, #SPARKSaturdayPCB - an event for anyone adjusting to vision loss.
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Hear all about SPARK Saturday, an event sponsored by the Pennsylvania Council of the Blind to light the fire in anyone impacted by vision loss. Features guest speakers all of whom are Peers Challenging beliefs! Including yours truly kicking off the event!
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Most people familiar with Audio Description have probably experienced the art access through movies, television or live theater. Kat Germain, a Describer from Toronto Canada tells us about providing description during conferences, sporting events and more.
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We're taking a look at the opportunities for those within the Blind and Low Vision community to participate in its creation and not just as consumers.
Colleen Connor, co-founder of Audio Training Retreats & an Audio Description Quality Control Consultant is doing exactly that.
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In this episode, I'm considering how we look at sleep and the impact that the lack of it can have on the adjustment process. I share some of my own experience with Non 24 Hour Sleep Wake Disorder. Plus what's theDave Chappelle Show have to do with this.
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Prince Bri M,the producer and host of Power Not Pity - A podcast that
aims to amplify the lived experiences and perspectives of disabled people of color everywhere. We talk: being Black, non-binary and disabled., Accessibility & Disability Justice, Podcasting.
Bri is also from the BX so the episode is set between some BX Love on the intro and outro!
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I don't consider this an official episode of Reid My Mind Radio. I've been pretty busy with life but I'll be back in two... In the meantime, a quick congratulations to my daughter & check out an interview with yours truly...
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Meet Elizabeth Sammons! Hear how her love of languages has taken her to Switzerland, Russia, the Peace Corps and helped her become a published author.
Her journey illustrates how we can find ways to include our passions in our career and throughout our lives.
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Today we spotlight Day Al-Mohamed. We're focusing on her creative endeavors such as writing books, short stories, comic books and scripts. now she adds Film director and Producer to her list of credits. We discuss; writing, film production, the disabled Civil War soldiers known as the "Invalid Corps". Plus hear how she inspired yours truly.
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exploring the importance of disability representation in the media & the impact on society. The NFB launches #LetUsPlayUs Campaign in protest of the CW "In the Dark" series for not casting a Blind lead. Plus "Blind Face"? Time to explore the necessity
Meet the Founder and Director of the Disability Visibility Project (DVP), Alice Wong sharing her story of becoming a Disability Activist out of necessity. Hear about the origin of DVP, defining an Activist, the Importance of people of color in disability & social Justice movements...
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Meet Cheryl Green, a filmmaker focusing on disability identity and culture and making media accessible. She began making films after acquiring disabilities from brain injury. Hear why she views Captions and Audio Description as an artistic part of the film/media and a means of achieving disability justice and equity.
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William Greer is the Director of the Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival. Following an accident causing a TBI and vision loss, he found his passion for running marathons. Plus hear his best/worst films on disability. Subscribe! Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, Tune In Radio or wherever you get podcasts. Visit www.ReidMyMind.com @tsreid on Twitter
Today, we're honoring two historic Black Women of history. Followed by Leroy Moore Jr. of The Krip-Hop Nation. We talk; the importance of including Black Disabled men & women throughout society & culture his latest publication; The Krip Hop Nation Graphic Novel Volume 1 all with a Hip-Hop appeal! Subscribe! Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio or wherever you get podcasts. Visit www.ReidMyMind.com @tsreid on Twitter
January marked the anniversary of my becoming Blind. Doesn't sound like something to celebrate? I disagree. And in this episode I invited the three most important people in my life to reflect on the past 15 years. It's not just a personal reflection. Rather something I think can be of use to anyone in the early stage of vision loss. Subscribe! Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio or wherever you get podcasts.
Continueing the #AudioDescription conversation this time with Voice Over Artist and AD Narrator Roy Samuelson. Hear about his start in the business, more about the process of creating Audio Description from his perspective and our shared enthusiasm for the subject. Subscribe! Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio or wherever you get podcasts. www.ReidMyMind.com @tsreid
Happy New Year! A quick episode sharing thoughts on my employment status, moving forward with this podcast and in general my outlook for 2019. *Now available on Spotify * Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio or wherever you get podcasts. http://reidmymind.com @tsreid
Is being happy during the holiday season a challenge for you? It can be for me too. Hear why and what I'm doing about it. (I can't believe I'm sharing this! ) Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio www.ReidMyMind.com Follow @tsreid on Twitter Happy Holidays!
In this final 2017 Holman prize update we hear from Ojok Simon. The founder of Hive Uganda. This social entrepreneur established the organization to train fellow blind and low vision people of Uganda to create self-sustaining businesses through bee keeping and harvesting honey. Hear about the relationships , the community impact and the challenges that come with success. Subscribe, Rate & Review the podcast. Holla back at reidmymindradio@gmail.com. www.reidmymind.com Follow @tsreid
Continuing our check in with the 2017 Holman Prize winners I speak with Ahmet Ustenel. When we last spoke with him he was preparing to kayak the Bosphorus Strait. We cover the technology, pressures lessons learned and more. Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio or wherever you get podcasts. Visit www.ReidMyMind.com Follow @tsreid on Twitter
Time to check in with our 2017 Holman Prize winners. Leading off the trio is host of Baking Blind, Penny Melville Brown. Her Holman Prize took her to 6 continents where she did a lot more than cooking. Hear about her highs, lows and lessons learned. Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio. http://reidmymind.com/ @tsreid on Twitter
This episode concludes our look at the 2018 Holman Prize recipients. Last up, Red Szell, the host of RNIB's Read ON. Red is an Extreme Sport athlete and Holman Prize winner. We hear about his ambition, his journey through vision loss and more. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio www.reidmymind.com @tsreid on Twitter
In part 2 of the 2018 Holman Prize series, we meet Stacy Cervenka. Stacy's creating the Blind Travel Network - a website specifically tailored to people who are blind or low vision. This Holman Prize is the first that can benefit all blind people around the world - even you too! On that note - hear Stacy's story about her encounter with U2's Bono. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app. Follow @tsreid on Twitter.
Beginning today, I'll introduce you to each of the three 2018 Holman Prize winners. You'll get to know a bit about them and their plans for the $25K Holman Prize. First up, Maria Conchita Hernandez organizing blind empowerment in Mexico. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio... http:reidmymind.com/ @tsreid on Twitter
In this conversation with Paul Colgan, Director of Business Development at Boni Loud Steps - an Indoor Navigation application, we talk about their approach to development, securing a permanent installation and other exciting pilot programs such as one currently underway in New York City. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio... http://reidmymind.com/ Follow @tsreid on Twitter
Continuing from the last episode "Black on Audio Description" I present our interview with Denna Lambert. The modern day "Hidden Figures. Listen as we highlight her journey including lessons for those pursuing their own goals, advice for those in positions of power and the various ways aspects of identity intersect with blindness or disability. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast, Google Play Sound Cloud, Stitcher Tune In Radio www.reidmymind.com @tsreid
Continuing a discussion on my thoughts on Audio Description. This time it's really a conversation. I called a listener who sent me feedback regarding the episodes question. Why didn't Black Panther have a Black person narrating the description? Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio www.ReidMyMind.com @tsreid
Christine Ha (@theblindcook), winner of Fox's Master Chef in 2012 never set out to be a cook. In fact, as a young girl she had no interest in cooking at all. Hear all about how becoming Master Chef changed her life. Including launching her latest venture; The Blind Goat. A restaurant or Chef Station in a new Houston Texas Food Hall. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In www.reidmymind.com @tsreid
Today, we take a look at the adapted sport of Beep Baseball through a new book on the subject; Beep Baseball: Inside the Unseen World of Baseball for the Blind. I speak with the author @davidWanczyk, some @NBBA players and learn about the NBBA World Series coming up later this month. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher or Tune In Radio. Visit reidmymind.com Follow @tsreid on Twitter.
"It's been a long time coming..." and we're finally here. Back with another episode and finally bringing you a request from a listener. NYC based Musician Graham Norwood spoke with me about his music, the process of becoming a part of the disability community and more. Plus hear some samples of his music and become a fan at grahamnorwoodmusic.com Subscribe to the podcast Follow @tsreid on Twitter
More on Black Panther? Well, yes, sort of! It's really a good movie that raises some issues about Audio Description that need to be a part of AD conversations. In fact, these issues go further and touch on so called race and disability. I thought i'd begin here... Plus some suggestions as to how we can enhance the Audio Description improving the movie experience for Blind movie goers. Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In Radio, Sound Cloud http://reidmymind.com/ @tsreid
Tony Giles, the author of two books capturing his journeys, has visited 7 continents and continues to travel to cities and countries around the world - independently. As a person who is blind and has severe hearing loss, we learn how he began traveling alone, how his early education paved the way for his exploration along with several valuable take aways for anyone! Subscribe : Apple Podcast, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio www.ReidMyMind.com Follow @tsreid on Twitter
Continuing with the theme of employment of people with disabilities, today's episode explores one person’s experience with lessons that are applicable to everyone. Chancey Fleet is the Assistive Technology Coordinator for the Andrew Heiskel Talking Book Library in New York City. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Radio. Follow @tsreid on Twitter.
I didn't plan to take a break from the podcast, but life happens. I'll tell you more about that in this episode plus, an update on a RMM Radio Alumni. Finally, a taste of my new podcast with my co host Doctor Dre from MTV, Hot 97 & more. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In Follow @tsreid on Twitter
With all the "positive" talk about the economy and employment rate I wanted to talk about the high unemployment rate among people with disabilities. RMMRadio Alumni Joe Stretchay Director of the Bureau of Blindness & Visual Services in Pennsylvania joins me to talk about the challenges faced by people who are blind and hear what's being done to improve the numbers. Subscribe : Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In Radio. http://.reidmymind.com. @tsreid on Twitter
Happy New Year! Starting 2018 with an interview with George Kerscher the creator and founder of Computerized Books for the Blind and Print Disabled which later became a part of Learning Ally. If you or someone you know has ever benefitted from reading a digital book you should listen to this. In fact, you should still listen! Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In Radio & Reidmymind.com! Follow me on Twitter: @tsreid
RMMRadio is going on sabbatical! I'll be gone through November, I'll be gone through November...!! You can still subscribe using Apple Podcast, Google Play, Tune In Radio, Stitcher and Sound Cloud. www.reidmymind.com @tsreid on Twitter.
This third segment features Ojok Simon. Attacked as a boy in Uganda by the infamous army of Joseph Kony, hear his journey to becoming one of the first three Holman Prize winners as an Entrepreneur who is about more than just bizzzzness! Subscribe using Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In & Follow on Sound Cloud. @tsreid on Twitter
Holman Prize winnerAhmet Ustunel says the water is his "happy place." Hear all about his plans to be the first blind person to independently kayak from Europe to Asia... alone! Plus the water being my Happy place means Ahmet and I have two things in common. Find out what! Subscribe on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In Radio or Sound Cloud. Follow @tsreid|@reidmymindradio
Want 25G's? That question was posed to all legally blind people brave enough to submit their video to YouTube explaining exactly how they would use the money. It's a contest sponsored by the San Francisco Lighthouse called The Holman Prize. In this 3 part series mmeet the winners and learn the answers and see how it's more than what you may think. Subscribe to RMMRadio: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune IN & Sound Cloud. http://reidmymind.com/ Twitter: @tsreid|@ reidmymindradio
Touch screens and digital displays look sexy and futuristic, but can present a real access issue. Jack Duppleacess, a 14 year old programmer stepped up to the challenge of making a washer and dryer talk! Hear how he did it and the possible impact this can have on the future of appliances. Then have an impact on the future of RMMRadio by Subscribing! Available via Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In & Sound Cloud Follow on Twitter: @tsreid | @reidmymindradio http://reidmymind.com/
An episode packed with goodness. First, Alex Koren one of two founders of Actiview, the new startup changing not only the way we consume audio description but the way we think of video accessibility. This episode also includes: A slight rant on access to Audio Description in general. Plus, a special sneak peak into a new project I'm excited to work on with one of Hip Hop's pioneers, Doctor Dre; an original Def Jam artist, Yo MTV Raps and Hot 97 Morning Show host & DJ. Once again, I felt inspired! This time by Brooklyn's own Notorious BIG... and if you don't know, now you know...! Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In, Sound Cloud Follow @tsreid| @reidmymindradio
Okay, I don't usually do reviews, but why not go for it! All I can tell you is I did it my way; that's all I can do! It took a toll on me... entering my dreams... I'm going to go out on a limb and say I have the first podcast to include an Audio Described dream! So let's get it... hit play and don't forget to subscribe and tell a friend to do the same. Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In Radio Sound Cloud...www.reidmymind.com Follow: @tsreid| @reidmymindradio
Connie Chiu, known as the first Fashion model with Albanism, has much more to offer than a pretty photo... a great attitude. She does it for the love! Take a listen and then ask yourself...? I asked myself what am I not doing that I love to do... so I did it... and put it in this piece. Follow on Sound Cloud Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In Radio Follow: @reidmymindradio | @tsreid
Who is Abigail Style? Past guest of the podcast and fashion blogger Steph McCoy of Bold Blind Beauty is here to tell us all about Abigail. Plus she shares some life lessons on creating a business and working towards goals. Follow on Sound Cloud @reidmymindradio @tsreid Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In
A bit more on our last episode's guest Jim Paradiso, the Blind Nomad. Since we're going to discuss some of the feedback received from the episode I thought it made sense to include some conversation around food! this one. Follow the podcast on Sound Cloud Subscribe on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In http://www.reidmymind.com/ @reidmymindradio @tsreid
Jim Paradiso, is a Blind Nomad... I had to hear his story. Turns out it's so much more than that... he's forcing you to challenge what you think is possible. That is, if you believe! Take a listen and let me know; do you believe? Subscribe to Reid My Mind Radio where ever you get podcasts... Follow on SoundCloud and Twitter...@tsreid
Jay Worthington knew he wanted to act from an early age. Struggling to accept his blindness, fighting the bullying and discrimination; he searched for something more... The Gift! While listening to "The Gift" is a present for the listener there's more to this episode. I've been inspired to stretch my own creative chops with acting, impressions and and an original rap! Follow on Sound Cloud Subscribe via Apple Podcast, google Play, Stitcher, Tune In Follow on Twitter: @tsreid
What could go wrong when a Woman & her guide dog waiting for a bus meet a mother & daughter! And how does this relate to you! Join Liz Oleksa and special guest Dr. Andre Watson as we find out and discuss! Subscribe to RMM Radio on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Tune In... Follow on SoundCloud: http://soundcloud.com/t-reid On Twitter: @tsreid
As we rewind or as I like to say, Reidwind... in order to pause and reflect, re-evaluate or maybe just slow down to pick some others up as we continue along the way. We're looking back at some prior episodes from the past six months. Subscribe via Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe Follow on Sound Cloud Follow on Twitter: @tsreid
EVERY NOW AND THEN I SHARE THE THINGS THAT CROSS MY MIND... Things that should help us can be the same that do more than distract us from our goals! Sound Cloud: http://soundcloud.com/t-reid iTunes: http://bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe
Occasionally, I come across a story that I think fits into a specific category. This latest piece for example was supposed to be about Robert Ott, a blind entrepreneur, but it ended up as so much more. Hear how one two syllabel word helped Robert fight back from a traumatic experience to become a successful entrepreneur in the Business Enterprise Program. Listening on Sound Cloud? Hit the Follow! Subscribe to the Podcast: http://bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe/
Doctor Dre of Yo MTV Raps, NYC's Hot 97 Morning Show, the movie Who's the Man?... is launching The Fight Back! Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes and now blind, this fight back is about more than you probably think. This episode features the piece produced for Gatewave radio followed by more personal conversation with Dre. Plus, you know there's only one way to intro this podcast... if you were a morning show listener you know I had to do it...it's the roll call! Listening on Sound Cloud? Push that Follow button!
This episode we travel in a different direction from the past. Different from the podcast, but a big part of my life and maybe yours... Music! A past guest to RMMRadio returns, but this time we're getting his recommendations for artists and songs you should listen to, investigate, re-visit... Subscribe to RMMRadio now on iPhone, Android, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Follow @tsreid on Twitter
En Vogue, Tony Tony Tone and more musical artists from Oakland could help answer this question. In this episode we meet two gentlemen creating a documentary that will help others do the same. The second part of today's podcast explores Hip Hop from two angles you may have not known existed. * Krip Hop Nation, an international network for artists with disabilities. * Hip Learning, using the rap element of Hip Hop to help children learn science and more!
Remember when some thought rap music was a fad? They never thought it would become what it is today... a world wide billion dollar, trend setting industry. I'm sure they never thought how this art form could end up being a bridge for a 19 year old young lady adjusting to her vision loss. Young Ant, is spittin' lyrics about her own experience adjusting to blindness. And I have a feeling that's just the beginning... Come meet the young lady and rapper. Then join Team Ant! Subscribe to the podcast: bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe Follow me on Sound Cloud! http://soundcloud.com/t-reid
Many would assume growing up blind in the 1950's & 60's had its challenges. What about growing up Black and Blind attending a segregated school for the blind? In this latest Reid My Mind Radio you hear from the Executive Director of the Radio Reading Network of Maryland, Robert Lewis. We talk about segregation, police brutality playing with Stevie Wonder and he even gives some of his personal music suggestions for those times when you just need a lift! Subscribe: bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe Follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/tsreid
Taking over the Reid My Mind Radio Studio once again for a year end special...Rizzle Razzle. I asked for your help in convincing my daughters to let me be a part of their end of year wrap up. This year, they cover music, iPhone apps and phrases. Find out who made their lists. Find out if I made the show!
Leading into 2017, it's apparent that finding common ground will be even more important than ever. If you're looking for a New Year's resolution , consider building coalitions. That building for me starts at home! Find out what I mean and then help me take action! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast! http://bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe/ Follow me on Twitter: @tsreid
This episode features the latest Gatewave Radio piece answering the question; Who is the Girl Gone Blind? Immediately following the piece, check out what happens when I run with a bit of inspiration from something I heard in my conversation with Maria Johnson, aka, A Girl gone Blind. Make sure you Subscribe to RMM Radio bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe
A look at Notes on Blindness, a new film released in the US and premiering in NYC. It's the story of John Hull who recorded his thoughts, observations and more on audio cassette. This Gatewave story includes a conversation with Co-Director Peter Middleton. It's pretty hard to watch a movie about someone going blind without thinking of my experience. Checkout some of my own personal recordings. Subscribe to RMM Radio: http://bit.ly/RMMRadioSubscribe
Back from another Pennsylvania Council of the Blind Conference. This is not a recap. After all of these years, this was the first time I recall hearing that such conferences have been described as fantasy. Fantastic! Yes, but I never heard them described as being a fantasy. You could say this is my opinion on the idea or you could just say it's what was on my mind!
Brought to you by: The RAE of Hope; Shining a light on a rare childhood eye cancer. Visit: Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/TheRAEofHope)http://Facebook.com/TheRAEOfHope YouTube: http://bit.ly/TheRAEofHope2016 Today's Gatewave Radio piece features Lainey Feingold who herself has done much to improve accessibility in the real and virtual world. Her book Structured Negotiation: A Winning Alternative to Lawsuits is now available and as you will hear in today's piece, it offers so much to those outside of the legal community. http://lflegal.com/
Meet voice over artist and Entrepreneur, Satauna Howery. She's one of the winners of the Hadley Forsythe Center for Entrepreneurship and Employment New Ventures Competition. Hear all about the competition , her business, the benefits of a voice over business and opportunities. Plus a little audio geekery from yours truly! Checkout: www.satauna.com @SataunaH on Twitter info@satauna.com RMMRadio is going on "summer vacation" Make sure you Subscribe to the RMM Radio Podcast via iTunes or any other Podcatcher, Sound Cloud and follow me on Twitter @tsreid.
Meet Nafset Chenib... she dreams of attending school in New York City. Listen to more about her dream, challenges and experience growing up in russia...just make sure you hear her voice! http://bit.ly/Nafset
In this latest production for Gatewave Radio, learn all about The Holy Braille Project from the University of Michigan's Haptix Lab. They're working on an affordable full page Braille display with the potential of being a fully functioning tablet with its own tactile graphic user interface.
This latest episode of RMM Radio features a profile of a very accomplished Scientist who has been defined for something that occurred as a child. Today, we're going to explore what helped him get to running his own [lab at Smith Kettlewell, creating and launching the YouDescribe service and his latest venture, creating a community for Blind Makers to develop robots and more using the Arduino ! Meet Joshua Miele , the Scientist, Physicist, Inventor... the Maker!
While we're over 30 episodes deep into RMM Radio, this is the first episode as an official podcast. That's right, you can now subscribe to Reid My Mind Radio via the Apple Podcast app or any other podcast application. In many ways it's fitting that today's episode feature's Andre Watson, PhD. We'll learn about his road to becoming a Psychologist an Olympian , a husband and Dad. Plus we'll talk about the misperceptions of blindness and why yours truly when dealing with people who make stupid assumptions about blindness, shouldn't lose the desire to "take them down!"
As I was preparing to interview a magician who performs on the streets of New York City among other places; I learned of another magician on the west coast.; It just so happens, their both blind. In this RMMR version of a piece produced for Gatewave Radio, I include a bit of sample magic that requires no vision. It follows the piece so stay tuned!
When we think of comic books, we think of rich colorful graphics, heroes with super natural powers and often fantastic out of this world story lines. Comic books entertain. Guy Hasson believes comic books are not exclusive to the visual medium. And even more than that, he believes comics…Empower! www.comicsempower.com
Chris Maury is a founder of Conversant Labs, a technology company in Pittsburgh creating and promoting the Conversational User interface. We talk about Say Shopping and how this app and method for interacting with technology can aid those with vision loss - from low vision to totally blind. Hear how Conversant Labs is much more than an entrepreneurial endeavor for Chris.
On my mind this week, an advertising campaign called #BeTheirEyes from Samsung. It’s taking place in Hong Kong. Samsung’s asking sighted individuals to take pictures of various monuments and describe them for people who are visually impaired…
With millions of Baby Boomers expected to experience Low Vision, taking vvision loss into consideration just makes sense. New guidelines detail how to improve facilities including indoor and outdoor spaces for those with Low Vision.
Brendan Friedrich wants you to hear his voice...as a public address announcer for a major sports team, a weatherman, a news reporter or DJ. He's only 14, but he's on his way.
I'm pretty sure those unfamiliar with vision loss would assume that traveling alone is a nightmare. Well it definitely has the potential for that, but not necessarily for the reasons you may assume. Some of the ingredients that can help make it a success...patience and team building. Listen here for a recent example I just experienced... I gotta story to tell!
Bryan Shaw, after wwatching his child survive Retinoblastoma or Eye Cancer, develops an app that is already saving lives and sight in children. In this piece for Gatewave Radio and even more included on the RMM Radio version, you will hear all about this Professor's story and how personal tragedy led to a life changing app.
With talk about Black History Month and the comments of Stacey Dash and anyone who believes serving an disenfranchised population is some how racist… well I felt the need to share what’s on my mind and give my view of Black History Month.
Dana Marlowe is working to make the world a more accessible place for all people with disabilities. While she focuses on digital, the results have lasting affects off-line. Hear all about her company, Accessibility Partners plus learn about her invigorating way of starting her day that doesn't involve caffeine. www.accessibilitypartners.com
the Weather Warlock is a synthesizer controlled by the weather. It was created by the New Orleans musician called Quintron... and just who is Ms. Pussycat? Only one way to find out...listen! Resources: www.weatherfortheblind.org Email: weather4theblind@gmail.com
Continuing with a look at developments improving access to print for those with vision loss...Andrew Chepaitis of Elia Life Technology on a new tactile format to help those losing their vision as adults with access to print. www.theeliaidea.com/
Part 1 of a look into providing access to print for people with vision loss. Up first, children with low vision and a new typeface...Matilda.
Jake Olson is a Long Snapper for the USC Trojans. He's a Retinoblastoma or Eye Cancer survivor, a golfer and yes, he's blind. He's also a Hip Hop fan and listen through to see if he drops some bars!
Ben Yonattin a 14 year old dancer with vision loss didn't win America's Got Talent, but he won America's heart!
Ever thought about the challenges faced by those with vision loss when it comes to fashion? Well an entrepreneurial design student with the "Fashion Passion" wants to help. She's looking for input... Take a listen and then send her some input... Anne Benvie benvieam@gmail.com Sponsored by #PennyPushUps2015 "Supporting Children with eye cancer, 1 push-up at a time" www.pennypushups.org
Every Super Producer needs their own theme music...PennyPushUps Super producer Marlett, now has hers... What's PennyPushUps? Come check us out www.pennypushups.org "Supporting children with eye cancer, 1 push-up at a time!
You heard and use GPS, but what about indoor navigation? Check out how LowViz Guide, an indoor navigation app is assisting those with vision loss during conferences... This episode of ReidMyMind Radio is sponsored by #PennyPushUps2015, starting September 1st..."Supporting children with Eye Cancer 1 push-up at a time!" www.pennypushups.org
The third appearance on Gatewave Radio is definitely a charm for Richie Tienter and his Mom Anne. This is my third time getting to speak with them both and it's always a pleasure...This time the focus is on the National Braille Challenge in California. Richie was invited; listen to how he did, but as usual with these two, there's more to the story.
Aaron Scheidies, an Endurance Athlete with vision loss competing not only for the gold, but for more inclusive competition. http://cdifferentwithaaron.com/ #Road2Rio
"Now usually I don't do this, but..." Today, I'm taking you on an audio tour of my production process. This is not a tutorial, just a look at how I produce non visually! Big shout out to my special guest Raven...on clarinet and "acting".
Learn about a new communication device for those with both vision and hearing loss...The Braille Captel Phone. http://captel.com/braille
In this interview for Gatewave Radio, I feature Mel Scott of Blind Alive who started exercise programs that can be done "eyes free." For a free demo and more go to http://blindalive.com/
Do you think of fashion or style when you think of blindness? What about beauty? Style Blogger, Stephanae McCoy thinks you should. And I agree....www.boldblindbeauty.com
Ducere Technology, creators of Lechal, are putting the technology not in your hands, but rather, your feet! Plus, this company believes in and practices inclusion.
Iron Woman...Triathlete Amy Dixon when not biking, swimming and running; she's a Sommelier.
Meet the man who trained the actor Charlie Cox, who plays in the starring role in the new Netflix series Marvel's Daredevil.
Learn all about a new video and audio project ...and then check it out for yourself at www.brownboybad.com.
An interview for Gatewave Radio with a young opera singing college student currently studying in Italy. He is also blind and ...just living his life.
This production originally for Gatewave Radio features a story about a champion...a 9 year old boy and his winning a spelling bee... and the lessons I learned.
Watching movies from the perspective of a person who is blind using audio description now included in theaters. Includes an example of a movie with and without description.
Holiday parties and get togethers can make for interesting experiences...Was this a dis?
I always knew I'd take my girls to see Stevie Wonder live in concert...Now we recap and record the experience for the memories.