12 episodes

The world of being blind is a podcast where Darren talks about Technology for the Blind, technology in general, as well as anything blindness. This can range from dating to relationships to the most common questions like "How do blind people do the dishes?" "Are blind people able to drive?" "How can Blind/Visually Impaired people order at a restaurant?" Don't worry, your questions and speculations will be cleared up with the help of the host Darren Dizon, and some special guests!
About Darren:
Darren is an Asian American from California, who loves teaching technology, and who loves hosting this podcast. He also loves reading emails. If you wish to send some emails with feedback, or with any ideas you have for the show, please email info@visionaccessibility.com, and someone will be happy to respond to your email.

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The world of Being Blind with Darren Dizon Vision Accessibility

    • Technology
    • 5.0 • 7 Ratings

The world of being blind is a podcast where Darren talks about Technology for the Blind, technology in general, as well as anything blindness. This can range from dating to relationships to the most common questions like "How do blind people do the dishes?" "Are blind people able to drive?" "How can Blind/Visually Impaired people order at a restaurant?" Don't worry, your questions and speculations will be cleared up with the help of the host Darren Dizon, and some special guests!
About Darren:
Darren is an Asian American from California, who loves teaching technology, and who loves hosting this podcast. He also loves reading emails. If you wish to send some emails with feedback, or with any ideas you have for the show, please email info@visionaccessibility.com, and someone will be happy to respond to your email.

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    Let’s Talk A.T. Guys / Products and more

    Let’s Talk A.T. Guys / Products and more

    *This podcast should be listened to on any pod Catcher like Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, IHeartRadio, TuneInRadio, Castbox, etc, and not YouTube. YouTube does not allow the access to hyperlinks. *
    In this episode of the podcast, Darren has A.T. Guys On to speak about their Acces Technology products that they currently have in stock as of December, 2, 2022. If you wish to visit their website, please go to atguys.com.

    What’s new at A.T. GuysAs of December, 2022 the following products have been added to the A.T. Guys store.

    Stellar Trek Leather Case w/straps Executive Fitted leather case - $86.95EPI together with HumanWare, have created and designed the Stellar Trek case. This case is a soft form-fitted custom leather case for the Stellar trek unit. This case is made of high grade Napa leather that fits snuggle around your unit, and has a storage zipper compartment for your ear buds. 
    The case has been designed to enable the user to easily utilize your Stellar Trek while the case is on the unit, and allows the unit to be carried on a comfortable strap or clipped on your belt… 

    BrailleSense 6 Executive Fitted leather case -$135.00Executive products is proud to introduce the new case from the HIMS Braillesense 6 leather case. Tired of using the standard case that comes with the Braillsense 6, try this case made by Executive Products.
    The new HIMS BrailleSense 6 case is a form-fitted custom case for your unit that will not allow your unit to slip out of its case. The unit is designed to enable the BrailleSense 6 user to easily utilize the note taker while the case is on the unit and allow the unit to be carried on a comfortable strap…
    Support the showSupport the show on Facebook - Follow the show to receive updates on Darren’s Music, podcast, and much more!
    Support the show on Twitter - Follow the show to receive updates on Darren’s Music, podcast, and much more!
    If you have any questions, please contact us at https://darrendizonofficial.com/contact-us.

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    • 14 min
    Learn all about Waymap Navigation

    Learn all about Waymap Navigation

    In this episode, Darren has a conversation with Tom Pey from Waymap Navigation Systems. This is a revolutionary breakthrough in technology for people who are blind and visually impaired. Waymap brings navigation accessibility to life, in a whole new way. Even if your not using satellite, the app will always know where you are.
    We encourage you to visit the following links:
    Visit the Waymap website to learn more about Waymap, or to get involved.
    More links will be added shortly.
    Visit our website to learn about our new offerings, and resources.
    Click this link to donate to the podcast, to keep this show running.
    This podcast is brought to you by Foundations Fighting Blindness, The San Diego Center For The Blind, The American Council of the Blind, Challenge Solutions, California State University Northridge (CSUN,) the Hadley Institute for the Blind, Technologies HumanWare and Braille Institute of America.


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    • 15 min
    Be My Eyes - What is it?

    Be My Eyes - What is it?

    In this episode, Darren talks about "Be My Eyes." The links to the services are below, as well as some other links that you should check out. Please support Darren's Patreon, or by clicking the link to support his podcast directly as it helps him out with future episodes.
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    Links covered in this episode:
    The Be My Eyes Website
    Be My Eyes experiences (PDF Document)
    Download "Be My Eyes" on the App Store
    Download "Be My Eyes" on Google Play
    Be My Eyes Community Stories
    Join the giveaway - Join the giveaway to receive the Music catalog! Restrictions Apply.
    Other Links
    Listen to Darren's Music - You can click this link to listen to Darren's Music on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal Music, etc.
    Purchase Darren's Music - You can click this link to purchase online versions of Darren's Music with high quality downloads.
    Support Darren
    Support Darren On Patreon - This is one of the most easy and affective ways to support Darren. plus, your getting some cool swag, as well as a shoutout!
    Support Darren via the Anchor App, or anchor.fm website - If you don't feel like supporting Darren via Patreon, you can always support him via Anchor, a free podcasting service!
    Social Media links
    Follow Darren one Facebook - Darren will share updates about his podcast and other updates.
    This podcast is brought to you by Foundations Fighting Blindness, The San Diego Center For The Blind, The American Council of the Blind, Challenge Solutions, California State University Northridge (CSUN,) the Hadley Institute for the Blind, Technologies HumanWare and Braille Institute of America.
    --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
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    • 20 min
    The NLS Bard Service - How to sign up, and get started

    The NLS Bard Service - How to sign up, and get started

    In this episode, we talk about NLS BARD, from the National Library Service. Please follow the links that were discussed in the episode. 

    List of Network Libraries in your state
     Here, you'll find a list of Network Libraries in your state or region.  
    Other Links: 
    1) Become an NLS patron
    2) Register for BARD
    If you wish to donate, it really helps the podcast, as you will be supporting the creator, and the future of podcast episodes. This podcast is listener supported. 
    Donate to The World Of Being Blind Podcast - All funds go directly to Darren Dizon.
    Donate to The World Of Being Blind, via a subscription through Anchor (Highly recommended) 

    Send in a voice message
      Visit the Send in a voice Message link, to be redirected to Darren's Podcast Page. From there, you can click the Message button, to be redirected to the Message button.  ______________________________
     Click the below links to visit my music, as well as to see my Podcast on the other streaming platforms. You can also click the link at the bottom of the podcast links to send in a voice message, with any questions you may have about the show, or technology for the blind, as well as anything blindness related. You will also have the chance to be featured on my podcast if you send in a voice message. 
    Listen to Darren on ALL major streaming platforms!
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    This page expands rapidly. If you'd like to get a pod catcher that has not been specified, please don't hesitate to contact the Website Host, at theworldofbeingblind@gmail.com
    --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
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    • 10 min
    Podcast Updates: Music and New Podcast Updates

    Podcast Updates: Music and New Podcast Updates

    In this episode, I give you updates, related to the podcast, as well, as updates on my new music, like the release coming out tomorrow on Apple Music, and Spotify, as well as YouTube Music, etc... Visit my website by clicking here, to listen to the music!______________________________Click the below links to visit my music, as well as to see my Podcast on the other streaming platforms. You can also click the link at the bottom of the podcast links to send in a voice message, with any questions you may have about the show, or technology for the blind, as well as anything blindness related. You will also have the chance to be featured on my podcast if you send in a voice message.Listen to me on Apple MusicListen to me on SpotifyNew ways of listening will be available soon, as well as an easier way to access these links.____________________My Podcasts Links:BreakerGoogle PodcastsApple PodcastsPocket CastsRadioPublicSpotifyAmazon MusicAudibleIHeartRadio--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
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    • 29 min
    All About Audio Description

    All About Audio Description

    In this episode, I talk with one of the Audio Describers when Audio Description first started. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
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    • 17 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
7 Ratings

7 Ratings

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This is awesome

I love your podcast. I have been watching this since the day it debuted, and you really inspire a lot of blind professionals who want to create stuff just like this, and you are a true outstanding individual who believes in so much and I want to let you know that you have my support and I will continue to support the podcast, keep doing what you do brother and keep on creating content never stop believing in what you want to achieve.

Dat girl🤑 ,

This is worth it

You have a very calm and soothing voice. Very interesting and informative as well. You are really good at this and we all appreciate you taking time out to continue doing this. Thank you so much for sharing. I’ll continue to support you. This is my favorite podcast.

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