Volunteer Spotlight

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Since 1991, hundreds of volunteers have been bringing print to life through audio for those that are blind and low vision in Colorado. Each month, we select a particularly outstanding volunteer to be interviewed by Evan Starnes and Jennifer Neptune to talk about what it means to be a volunteer, how they got involved, and of course, there is always time for some fun questions to spice up the show!

  1. 2월 2일

    Jim Steckman: “The Impact You Can Have Is Tremendous”

    In this heartfelt and engaging episode of Volunteer Spotlight, host Evan Starnes kicks off the new year by introducing an exciting new chapter for the show: Jennifer Neptune, Aftersight’s Volunteer and Publications Manager, officially joins as permanent co-host.The spotlight shines on December’s Volunteer of the Month, Jim Stechman, whose audiobook-quality narrations have elevated Aftersight’s programming, including Blind History Lady, The Getting There Guide, and the Dr. MAC (Mobility Access Council) Newsletter. Jim shares his long history of reading for blind and low vision communities, from early tape-based recordings for rural Colorado to his current work with multiple reading services.The conversation explores:• Jim’s journey into volunteer voice work and why storytelling matters• The impact of accessible information in rural communities• How Aftersight bridges gaps in transportation, news, and local resources• Jim’s eclectic taste in music, from Wagner to Slayer• A deep dive into his home recording setup and audio production background• Aftersight’s transition to new recording and hosting platforms, including Riverside and TransistorJim also reflects on living in Australia and New Zealand, comparing accessibility, infrastructure, and culture, while Jennifer and Evan reinforce Aftersight’s mission to expand content reach and recruit more volunteer readers.The episode closes with a powerful call to action for listeners to get involved, share the podcast, and help grow Aftersight’s impact across Colorado and beyond. (00:00) - – Welcome to Volunteer Spotlight (01:40) - – Introducing Volunteer of the Month: Jim Stechman (02:18) - – Jim’s volunteer history and discovering Aftersight (05:45) - – Favorite content to read and the impact of the Dr. MAC Newsletter (07:24) - – Voiceover growth and storytelling skills (09:00) - – Volunteer recognition and versatility (10:30) - – Home recording setup and audio gear talk (12:40) - – Riverside and Transistor platform discussion (14:00) - – Jim’s music tastes and personal connection to vision loss (15:50) - – Rural access and Aftersight’s community mission (19:30) - – Encouraging new volunteers to join (20:45) - – Living in Australia and New Zealand (24:50) - – How much content Aftersight produces weekly (27:30) - – Final thoughts and volunteer appreciation (30:40) - – Next episode preview and sign-off 00:00 – Welcome to Volunteer Spotlight00:12 – New Year kickoff and Jennifer Neptune joins as co-host01:40 – Introducing Volunteer of the Month: Jim Stechman02:18 – Jim’s volunteer history and discovering Aftersight05:45 – Favorite content to read and the impact of the Dr. MAC Newsletter07:24 – Voiceover growth and storytelling skills09:00 – Volunteer recognition and versatility10:30 – Home recording setup and audio gear talk12:40 – Riverside and Transistor platform discussion14:00 – Jim’s music tastes and personal connection to vision loss15:50 – Rural access and Aftersight’s community mission19:30 – Encouraging new volunteers to join20:45 – Living in Australia and New Zealand24:50 – How much content Aftersight produces weekly27:30 – Final thoughts and volunteer appreciation30:40 – Next episode preview an

    31분

  2. 2025. 12. 19.

    Bob Nettleton

    Volunteer Spotlight

    29분

  3. 2025. 10. 17.

    Phillip Bradbury

    On this longer than typical episode of VLS, we have a rabit hole filled discussion with Phillip Bradbury, reader of the MileHigh Sports Magazine, amongst lots of other readings. We talk about the transition from in-person to remote reading, share some hart felt stories about Kat Bradbury, the former volunteer manager who has since past on, and go down plenty of rabit holes about music, radio, and how it ultimately lead to Phillip's involvement with Aftersight.

    51분

  4. 2025. 09. 26.

    Kevin Martindale

    Volunteer Spotlight

    18분

  5. 2025. 07. 18.

    Linda Chambers: Music is a Universal Language

    This month, we talk with Linda Chambers, the volunteer of the month for June. Linda Chambers has a rich background as a general music teacher for 35 years and enjoys reading for the Grand Junction Sentinel. Linda's passion for music includes playing various instruments including Ukulele, and she has a strong belief in the universal language of music to connect people across cultures.

    31분

  6. 2025. 07. 07.

    Thom Mcmillen

    In this episode of the Volunteer Spotlight, host Evan Starnes welcomes Tom McMillen, the Volunteer of the Month for May. They discuss Tom's journey into volunteering, his role in the Steely Dan tribute band My Old School, and we get to hear a fun test recording Thom made when we were troubleshooting his microphone.

    27분

  7. 2025. 05. 01.

    Melissa Bonnette

    In this episode of the Volunteer Spotlight, host Evan Starnes welcomes Melissa Bonnette, the Volunteer of the Month for March, to discuss her extensive journey with AfterSight, the evolution of audio reading, and the importance of community feedback. They explore Melissa's personal experiences, her recording setup, and the impact of volunteering on both the volunteers and the community.

    29분

  8. 2025. 01. 04.

    Jason Koncsol

    In this episode of Volunteer Spotlight, host Evan Starnes interviews Jason Consol, the volunteer of the month for December. They discuss Jason's journey into audio narration, his love for model railroading, and the challenges he faced when starting out. The conversation also touches on Jason's audio setup, including his equipment choices and techniques for improving his reading skills. The episode is filled with personal anecdotes, insights into the world of audio narration, and a festive holiday spirit, yes we recorded this in December.

    34분
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Since 1991, hundreds of volunteers have been bringing print to life through audio for those that are blind and low vision in Colorado. Each month, we select a particularly outstanding volunteer to be interviewed by Evan Starnes and Jennifer Neptune to talk about what it means to be a volunteer, how they got involved, and of course, there is always time for some fun questions to spice up the show!

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