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  • Can’t Drive? Let’s Sail: Katie Boyd on Accessible Blind Sailing

    Can’t Drive? Let’s Sail: Katie Boyd on Accessible Blind Sailing
    2025/10/30
    In this episode of The Blind Chick Founder of Twin Cities Blind Sailing and co-founder of the U.S. Blind Sailing Association, Katy Boyd traces her vision-loss story, the freedom she found on the water, and how accessible sailing scales from youth camps to ocean racing. Topics include training blind helms with tactile and auditory cues, solo sailing in Mini-Illusions, safety and right-of-way on busy harbors, racing culture, mental-health benefits, and building national and global programs. Clear takeaways: sailing is teachable, teamwork matters, and access grows when local clubs partner and commit.

    Contact Info
    Guest/Org: Katy Boyd — U.S. Blind Sailing Association • us-blindsailing.org • Twin Cities Blind Sailing (donations for local growth via program page; national growth, contact Katy via the site)
    Aftersight (network): feedback@aftersight.org
    • (720) 712-8856
    Producer: Jonathan Price, Aftersight

    Show Credits
    Hosts: Penn Street, Moses Street
    Guest: Katy Boyd
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Series: The Blind Chick — an Aftersight Original

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Opening and guest setup
    02:17 — RP diagnosis and reclaiming architecture
    04:38 — First sail in Boston and falling in love with the water
    06:57 — Harbor stories and the five-horn barge lesson
    09:21 — Learning venues: Charles River to open harbor
    11:45 — Stress, humor, and decision-making under pressure
    14:09 — Big-race goals and “firsts” for blind sailors
    16:31 — Youth camps, safe starter boats, and racing pathways
    18:50 — Teaching philosophy: rigging, knots, and 3D lake maps
    21:13 — Why blind sailors excel at the helm
    23:38 — Team dynamics: blind helm with sighted bow calls
    25:59 — Solo sailing in Mini-Illusions and guide boats
    28:23 — Night sailing logic and nonvisual navigation
    30:49 — Independent outings and learning limits (fishing fail)
    33:07 — Apps, rules, and racing without assistive tech
    35:29 — Practicing blindfolded skills safely
    37:52 — Starting programs in Minneapolis and beyond
    40:11 — Colorado partnerships and site growth
    42:31 — Progress stories: fear to racing to solo
    44:55 — Mental health, volunteers, and first-time nerves
    47:18 — Transfer effects: confidence beyond the dock
    49:36 — How to connect and donate
    51:59 — Scaling nationally and internationally
    54:18 — Inclusion on the line with Olympians
    56:39 — Final message: do not accept imposed limits
    58:42 — Close and Aftersight thanks
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    59 分
  • The Blind Chick Halloween Special: Ghosts, Giggles, and the Haunted Past

    The Blind Chick Halloween Special: Ghosts, Giggles, and the Haunted Past
    2025/10/23
    Penn and Moses dive headfirst into the spooky side of storytelling for this Halloween edition of The Blind Chick. Between haunted houses, eerie Estes Park encounters, and mysterious footsteps in the night, they share their most chilling (and hilarious) ghost stories — from cigarette-scented spirits to musical hammocks and haunted barns.
    The conversation mixes humor, disbelief, and genuine spine-tingling moments as they recall the haunted homes they’ve lived in across Colorado — and even reveal a terrifying discovery made years after they moved out. They also invite listeners worldwide, including fans from Estonia and Russia, to share their own paranormal experiences.
    The episode wraps with lighthearted warmth as Penn recounts a funny exchange with her grandson about “The Blind Chick” mascot, reminding us that even amid the eerie, laughter and kindness shine brightest.

    Contact Info
    Aftersight
    📧 contact@aftersight.org
    🌐 www.aftersight.org
    The Blind Chick
    🎙 Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
    🎧 Producer: Jonathan Price

    Show Credits
    An Aftersight Original Podcast
    Produced by Jonathan Price
    Edited by the Aftersight Audio Team
    Recorded at Aftersight Studios in Colorado
    Music by the Aftersight Network

    Chapter Markers

    00:00 — Welcome to The Blind Chick: Halloween Edition
    02:20 — Haunted Houses and Talking Scales
    04:40 — The Ghost of Blackhawk
    09:25 — Footsteps in the Night
    16:10 — The Ghost in the Barn
    18:30 — Estes Park’s Haunted Home
    23:00 — The Midnight Footsteps
    27:40 — The Baker’s Ghost Revealed
    30:10 — The Loveland House and the Tree
    32:35 — The Final Move and the Evil Ghost
    39:35 — The Garage Discovery
    42:00 — Ghost Stories from Around the World
    43:45 — White Cane Day and the “Blind Chick” Story
    44:20 — Closing Thoughts and Halloween Wishes
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    47 分
  • The Blind Chick: 38 Years Sober — Penn Street’s Journey from Addiction to Purpose

    The Blind Chick: 38 Years Sober — Penn Street’s Journey from Addiction to Purpose
    2025/10/09
    In this heartfelt and often humorous episode of The Blind Chick, hosts Penn and Moses Street open up about one of the most defining moments of their lives — Penn’s decision to get sober on October 9, 1987, and how that choice led to their lifelong partnership. The pair recounts the story of how a photography session meant to help teenage girls find confidence ended up transforming Penn’s life, sparking her sobriety journey and ultimately bringing the two together.
    From addiction and recovery to photography, love, and laughter, this episode dives deep into what it means to rebuild your life from the ground up. Penn and Moses share the struggles, the therapy, the humor, and the enduring gratitude that have carried them through 38 years of marriage, recovery, and shared purpose.
    It’s a story of second chances, unconditional love, and the courage to see yourself — and others — through a new lens.
    Contact Info
    Guests / Hosts:
    Penn & Moses Street — Hosts, The Blind Chick Podcast
    Organization:
    Aftersight — Empowering the blind and low-vision community through accessible audio content.
    📧 feedback@aftersight.org
    🌐 aftersight.org
    📞 (720) 712-8856
    Producer:
    Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer — Aftersight

    Show Credits
    Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Editing & Mixing: Jonathan Price
    Presented by: Aftersight — Where Blindness Meets Insight

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Opening and Technical Glitches
    02:20 — Why October 9th Matters
    04:42 — The Photography Project That Changed Everything
    09:24 — Penn’s Struggle with Self-Image
    16:33 — A Baby, a Realization, and Sobriety
    21:21 — From Pain to Purpose
    26:06 — Falling in Love with Two Little Girls
    30:48 — Rehab and Redemption
    35:02 — Marriage, Therapy, and Healing
    39:29 — Gratitude, Growth, and The Blind Chick Legacy
    41:50 — Turning Your Partner Into a Muse
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    43 分
  • Scott Garrison and Trekking Volcanos: Watch Out, That Last Step is a Doosy

    Scott Garrison and Trekking Volcanos: Watch Out, That Last Step is a Doosy
    2025/10/02
    In part two of our conversation with adventurer and founder of Blind Pilots, Scott Garrison, we dive deeper into his remarkable journeys across the globe. Scott shares his upcoming expeditions in Costa Rica, Uganda, and Tanzania, and reflects on the unique sensory experiences of trekking volcanoes and rainforests as a blind traveler. He, Penn and Moses discuss the challenges of navigating trails like the Inca Trail, the importance of trustworthy guides, and the freedom of having independent experiences alongside loved ones. Scott also recounts his intense Kilimanjaro summit attempt, where trust, teamwork, and survival came together in unforgettable ways. This episode is about resilience, trust, and the power of shared adventure in the blind travel community.
    Contact Info
    Guest: Scott Garrison — Founder of Blind Pilots
    Website: blindpilots.org
    Email: scott@blindpilots.org
    Facebook: Scott Garrison (personal) + Blind Pilots page
    Aftersight
    Website: aftersight.org
    Phone: (720) 712-8856
    Email: feedback@aftersight.org
    Producer: Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer at Aftersight

    Show Credits
    Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
    Guest: Scott Garrison
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    An Aftersight Original Podcast

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Intro and recap with Scott
    02:00 — Upcoming treks: Costa Rica, Uganda, and Tanzania
    04:30 — Independence in travel as a blind couple
    06:40 — Volcano hikes and sensory experiences
    09:00 — The Inca Trail challenge and dangers
    13:40 — Fitness requirements for adventure trips
    16:10 — Discovering Aftersight and the Audio Trekkers hike
    18:30 — Hiking with blind and low-vision groups
    20:50 — Trust and safety in adventure travel
    23:00 — Kilimanjaro climb and emergency evacuation
    25:30 — How to connect with Blind Pilots
    27:50 — Shoutout to Awarewolf Gear and Blind Travel Summit
    29:00 — Closing thanks and Aftersight donation reminder
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    30 分
  • Blind Pilots: Journey through Volcanos with Scott Garrison

    Blind Pilots: Journey through Volcanos with Scott Garrison
    2025/09/25
    In this episode of The Blind Chick, hosts Penn and Moses welcome Scott Garrison, a world traveler and founder of Blind Pilots, who joined Aftersight’s Audio Trekkers Hike all the way from Guatemala. Scott shares his journey from being diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at 19 to becoming an adventurer who refuses to let blindness limit his independence.
    Scott recalls early hints of vision loss, his time as a 15-year-old exchange student in Australia, and his years of living abroad in Prague. He describes the challenges of returning years later with less vision, including resisting the white cane until a friend’s tough love changed his perspective.
    The conversation turns to the creation of Blind Pilots—a program designed to make international travel accessible and empowering for blind and low-vision individuals. Scott explains how the program blends cultural immersion, local history, tactile activities, and well-trained sighted guides, all to ensure efficiency, independence, and memorable experiences. From luxury picnics on lava fields to adaptive skiing in Colorado, Blind Pilots aims to transform the way blind travelers explore the world.
    This episode is equal parts adventurous, raw, and practical, showing how resilience, creativity, and community can turn vision loss into a gateway for new horizons.

    Contact Info
    Guest: Scott Garrison — Blind Pilots
    Website: blindpilots.org
    Aftersight: feedback@aftersight.org
    | (720) 712-8856 | aftersight.org
    Producer: Jonathan Price, Aftersight

    Show Credits
    Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
    Guest: Scott Garrison
    Produced by Jonathan Price for Aftersight

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Intro and welcome back
    00:27 — Audio Trekkers Hike recap
    02:43 — Scott’s diagnosis with RP
    05:05 — Early signs and struggles in sports
    06:24 — Travel bug ignited in Australia
    08:47 — Life and independence in Prague
    11:00 — Camino de Santiago and challenges with independence
    13:19 — The cane debate and acceptance
    17:21 — Adventures, mishaps, and humor
    19:51 — The birth of Blind Pilots
    22:08 — Designing accessible cultural adventures
    24:31 — Integrating history, food, and tactile experiences
    26:47 — Training guides and preparing safe trips
    29:11 — Looking ahead with Blind Pilots
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    30 分
  • Ireland vs USA for accessibility: David Redmond Part 2

    Ireland vs USA for accessibility: David Redmond Part 2
    2025/09/11
    Penn and Moses welcome David Redmond from Vision Ireland for a wide-ranging, honest conversation about accessibility in everyday life—from airports and public transit to the awkward magic of speed dating. David shares how he navigates disclosure on dating apps, why voice and character matter more than looks, and how Ireland’s implementation of the European Accessibility Act is already nudging banks, apps, and services toward better design. The trio contrasts EU momentum with current U.S. headwinds around the ADA, then zooms out: universal design lifts everyone, and today’s tech (including AI) is expanding what’s possible for blind and low-vision folks—yes, even flying and autonomous vehicles. Quick updates include Aftersight’s Code Orange launch and details for the Sept 13 Boulder hike.

    Contact Info
    Guest — David Redmond / Vision Ireland: vi.ie • Podcast: Talking Technology with VI
    Aftersight: feedback@aftersight.org
    • (720) 712-8856 • aftersight.org
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street

    Show Credits
    A production of Aftersight.
    Host: Penn Street • Co-Host: Moses Street
    Guest: David Redmond (Vision Ireland)
    Producer: Jonathan Price

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Show open & welcome
    00:35 — Producer update: Code Orange + Sept 13 hike
    02:22 — Travel abroad: airports, transit, and accessibility
    04:41 — Dating apps: to disclose or not?
    06:58 — Speed dating made accessible
    09:25 — When disclosure lands… or doesn’t
    11:47 — First impressions, voices, and character
    14:07 — What makes a voice attractive
    16:31 — Ireland’s European Accessibility Act goes live
    18:52 — U.S. ADA worries and cultural whiplash
    21:12 — Global ripple effects & corporate compliance
    23:21 — “Blind people can do anything” — new frontiers
    25:40 — Public-service mindset: why shows like this matter
    28:01 — CTAs: hike details, how to connect with Aftersight
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    29 分
  • Vision Ireland: David Redmond on Advocacy and Accessibility

    Vision Ireland: David Redmond on Advocacy and Accessibility
    2025/09/04
    In this episode of The Blind Chick, hosts Penn and Moses Street welcome special guest David Redmond from Vision Ireland. David shares his personal story growing up with congenital glaucoma and other vision conditions in Cork, Ireland, and how his journey led him into the world of accessible technology and media. He opens up about the challenges of vision loss, the role of assistive technology like JAWS, ZoomText, and VoiceOver, and how his career path shifted from mainstream radio to producing podcasts and tech content for Vision Ireland.
    The conversation explores similarities and differences between Ireland and the United States when it comes to employment challenges, accessibility, and available resources for blind and low-vision individuals. David also highlights the mission of Vision Ireland as a one-stop shop for support, advocacy, and technology training, while sharing his own perspective on building community and friendships within the blind community.
    Listeners are reminded about Aftersight’s upcoming Accessible Hike in Boulder, Colorado on September 13th, and encouraged to register for a day of inclusion, support, and adventure in the mountains.

    Contact Info
    Guest: David Redmond, Vision Ireland
    Website: https://www.visionireland.ie
    Aftersight
    Phone: (720) 712-8856
    Email: feedback@aftersight.org
    Website: https://aftersight.org
    Producer: Jonathan Price, Aftersight

    Show Credits
    Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
    Guest: David Redmond (Vision Ireland)
    Producer: Jonathan Price, Aftersight

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Intro & banter with Penn, Moses, and Jonathan
    02:01 — Aftersight Accessible Hike announcement (Sept. 13)
    03:00 — Meet David Redmond: growing up in Cork, Ireland
    04:15 — Navigating school with glaucoma and assistive tech
    06:36 — Facing fears and preparing for possible vision loss
    08:53 — Everyday independence vs. acting “more blind” in new settings
    10:20 — From media studies to Vision Ireland
    13:19 — Talking Technology: podcasts, newsletters, and advocacy
    15:43 — Employment struggles and accessibility barriers
    18:04 — Vision Ireland’s “one stop shop” of services
    20:23 — Building friendships through camps and blind community events
    22:42 — Differences between U.S. and Ireland’s blindness services
    25:01 — Rebranding from NCBI to Vision Ireland
    27:16 — Outro & preview of Part 2 with David Redmond
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    27 分