The Blind Chick Aftersight

Summary

In this episode of The Blind Chick, Jonathan and Moses interview Oksana Chuchinkova, the diversity and inclusion manager at a global institution and an advocate for blind beauty. They discuss Oksana's favorite season, her involvement with Bold Blind Beauty, her experiences growing up blind in Russia, and the challenges faced by blind individuals in finding employment. They also touch on the importance of representation and breaking stereotypes. The conversation ends with a teaser for the next episode, where they will explore the accessibility differences between growing up blind in Moscow and the United States.

Takeaways

Blind individuals face challenges in finding employment due to prejudice and inaccessible software.
Representation and breaking stereotypes are important for blind individuals.
Oksana shares her experiences growing up blind in Russia and the importance of finding a sense of belonging.
The next episode will explore the accessibility differences between growing up blind in Moscow and the United States.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Summer Plans
02:17 Introducing Oksana Chuchinkova
03:00 Favorite Season and Bold Blind Beauty
05:40 What is Bold Blind Beauty?
09:30 Passions and Belonging
12:42 Growing Up Blind in Russia
21:33 Unemployment Statistics and Inaccessible Software
24:50 Project for Blind Employment
26:39 Teaser: Accessibility Differences

Thank you for listening to this episode of The Blind Chick. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 720-712-8856 or email us at feedback@aftersight.org. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you next week.

Summary

In this conversation, Tamara, also known as Unsightly Opinions, discusses her fashion sense, social media presence, vision loss due to albinism, education, and advocacy work. She shares her daily routine and the challenges of managing social media and editing videos. Tamara's goal is to show possibility, demonstrate capability, and remove barriers for individuals with disabilities. The conversation concludes with a discussion about Mother's Day and the importance of being kind to oneself and others.

Takeaways

Tamara, also known as Unsightly Opinions, is a vlogger, musician, and advocate for individuals with disabilities.
She has a passion for fashion and shares her unique style on social media.
Tamara has albinism, a genetic condition that results in a lack of pigment and affects her vision.
She had a supportive education experience and advocates for equity and accessibility in education.
Tamara's daily routine is busy, as she balances her work as a vlogger and musician with other commitments.
Managing social media and editing videos is time-consuming but rewarding for Tamara.
Her goal is to show possibility, demonstrate capability, and remove barriers for individuals with disabilities.
Mother's Day is an important time to appreciate and honor the special women in our lives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Yoga Class
03:00 Tamara's Fashion Sense
07:58 Tamara's Social Media Presence
13:03 Tamara's Vision Loss and Albinism
16:01 Tamara's Education and Advocacy
22:58 Managing Social Media and Editing Videos
26:58 Tamara's Goals and Impact
29:00 Mother's Day and Conclusion

Thank you for listening to this episode of the blind chick. If you have any questions for PanzaPenn and Moses, please feel free to give us a call at 720-712-8856 or you can email us at feedback at at firstsight.org. Have a great week.

Summary

In this episode, Penn and Moses welcome Precious Perez, a talented musician and author. They discuss Precious' background in music, her journey as an artist, and the inspiration behind her book 'Vision: My Story of Strength'. Precious shares her passion for music and her desire to break barriers as a Latina woman in the industry. She also emphasizes the importance of love and kindness in leaving a positive legacy. The episode concludes with a reminder to be kind to oneself and others.

Takeaways

Follow your passion and keep working towards your goals.
Don't be afraid to ask for help and lean on the support of others.
Choose love and kindness in all aspects of life.
Leave a positive legacy by making a difference in the lives of others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Costa Rica Trip
03:18 Precious' Background and Book
08:32 Passion for Music and Career Path
10:50 Preferred Genre and Musical Journey
13:14 Recording Music in Costa Rica
14:10 Legacy and Impact
15:56 Takeaway and Contact Information

Thank you for listening to this episode of the blind chick if you have any questions for Penn or Moses, please call us at 720-712-8856 or email us at feedback@aftersight.org. Thanks for listening and will see you next week.

Summary

In this episode, Penn and Moses Street are back for Part 2 as they chat with Andre Van Hall about overcoming prejudice and embracing change. Andre shares his personal experiences as a blind individual and offers insights on how to shift from prejudice to curiosity. He emphasizes the importance of humility and acceptance in fostering curiosity and understanding. Andre also discusses the concept of neuroplasticity and the need to rewire our expectations and prejudices. The conversation highlights the power of choosing to see the light in difficult situations and the impact of curiosity on personal growth.

Takeaways

Prejudice can be transformed into curiosity through humility and acceptance.
Neuroplasticity allows us to rewire our expectations and prejudices.
Choosing to see the light in difficult situations can lead to personal growth.
Curiosity and understanding are fostered by humility and acceptance.
Embracing change requires a willingness to rewire our thinking and overcome prejudices.

Chapters

00:00 Introducing Andre Van Hall and the Power of Curiosity
06:41 Andre's Book: A Practical Guide to Embracing Change
12:47 Challenging Preconceived Notions of Blindness
23:39 Choosing to See the Light: Personal Growth

Thank you for listening to this episode of The Blind Chick if you have any questions for Penn or Moses, please feel free to email us at feedback@aftersight.org or call us at 720-712-8856. Have a fantastic week.

Summary

In this episode of The Blind Chick, host Jonathan Price interviews Andre Van Hall, a motivational speaker and curiosity instigator. Andre shares his journey of overcoming challenges, including losing his vision, losing his career, and battling cancer. He emphasizes the importance of humility and reaching out for support during difficult times. Andre also discusses the power of curiosity in navigating change and finding new opportunities. The episode ends with a teaser for part two and an announcement about a new podcast called Game Changers.

Takeaways

Humility is key in navigating difficult change and accepting support from others.
Curiosity can help reduce stress and open up new opportunities during times of change.
Reaching out for help and being open to new experiences can lead to personal growth and success.
Overcoming prejudices and misconceptions about blindness can lead to a more fulfilling life.

Sound Bites

"We tend to underestimate the strength of people that surround us and how willing they are to help us."
"I need to start to go in a different direction."
"The best way to deal with stress is get curious."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Costa Rica Trip
05:16 Facing Life Disruptors
09:22 The Power of Humility and Support
15:26 Using Curiosity to Navigate Change
Thank you for listening to The Blind Chick. If you have any questions for Penn or Moses, give us a call at (720) 712-8856 or email us at feedback@aftersight.org

Summary

In this episode, Jocelyn Hunter, Senior Director of Communications at Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind, shares her experiences and insights. She discusses the top three things to experience in Washington, DC, including the US Capitol Tour, the Portrait Gallery, and a baseball game. Jocelyn also talks about her journey of gaining confidence and independence after being diagnosed with a rare eye condition. She shares her work experience on Capitol Hill and her career growth at Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind. Jocelyn emphasizes the organization's mission of creating independence for the blind and visually impaired and highlights the services they offer.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
03:19 Top Three Things to Experience in Washington, DC
06:09 Gaining Confidence and Independence
08:04 Working on Capitol Hill
13:03 Career Growth at Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
22:29 Creating Independence for the Blind and Visually Impaired
23:31 Services Offered by Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
26:43 Closing Remarks

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