Podcasts by Tek Talk

Tek Talk welcomes Kim Nova to discuss online dating. 02/14/2022 from 2022-02-18T17:36

If you've considered dipping your toe into the world of online dating, congratulations on thinking about embarking on this adventure. However, before you begin there are many important things to kn...

Tek Talk welcomes Mike May and his wife Gena Harper to discuss the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show and what it means for blind persons. 02/07/2022 from 2022-02-14T01:20:19

Join us to hear highlights of the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show from Mike May, GoodMaps Chief Evangelist, and Gena Harper. Mike has been providing his summary of CES for over 20 years. He is curre...

Tek Talk welcomes Tanja Milojevic to discuss the new Story More service for the blind. 01/31/2022 from 2022-02-07T23:25:31

How many of you enjoy old time radio or modern radio dramas?

Join us on Tek Talk to here all about the new Story More service for the blind. You can think of it like the audio version of N...

Tek Talk How do you read books 01/24/2022 from 2022-02-02T16:14:10

Tek Talk presents a discussion on the different ways people read and are currently reading books.

Tek Talk welcomes Dan Clark to discuss his newly launched website, “dSurf, the digital surf for accessibility,” and the free training materials he has begun to offer. 01/17/2022 from 2022-01-23T18:35:59

In this evening's segment we catch up with Dan Clark, recently retired from Freedom Scientific/Vispero. Dan is a former dealer of assistive technology and long time JAWS trainer. We'll discuss his ...

Tek Talk welcomes back Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell of Pneuma Solutions to discuss the latest info on their product Scribe. 01/10/2022 from 2022-01-20T03:01:02

Scribe is a product from Pneuma Solutions, formally Serotek Corporation, that brings some innovative technology for online meetings. Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell describe Scribe this way:

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Tek Talk with Chancey Fleet, Assistive Tech Coordinator at the New York Public Library’s Andrew Heiskell Braille & Talking Book Library, discussing the library’s many assistive technology training programs 01/03/2022 from 2022-01-10T07:44:20

Tek Talk welcomes Chancey Fleet, Assistive Tech Coordinator at the New York Public Library's Andrew Heiskell Braille & Talking Book Library, to discuss the library’s many assistive technology train...

Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop, Program Manager, Windows Engineering, to discuss using Windows 11 with a Screen Reader. 12/13/2021 from 2021-12-16T16:11:01

We are excited to share how we are empowering screen reader users to achieve more with what's coming in Windows 11. This session will focus on an overview of accessibility experiences in Windows 11...

Tek Talk welcomes a panel from our Tek Talk Planning Team to discuss the reading of print. 12/06/2021 from 2021-12-13T12:20:07

As blind people, how do we go about getting print items read? Do we use apps like Supersense? Do we use services like AIRA, or BE My Eyes? If we have low vision, do we use Magnifiers? Or do we stil...

Tek Talk welcomes Denise Russell with Speak To Me Catalog and Dawn Brush with Pampered Chef in part 3 of our 2021 Stocking Stuffers. 11/29/2021 from 2021-12-05T04:28:42

Denise Russell of Speak To Me Catalog will present from 8 to 8:30pm Eastern.
We are very happy once again to welcome back Denise Russell the Founder of Speak To Me Catalog. This fine company w...

Tek Talk welcomes Matt Ater, Vice President of Software and Business Development for Vispero, discussing JAWS power tips and kiosks. 11/22/2021 from 2021-11-27T21:09:12

Hear from Matt Ater about the campaign for sharing JAWS Power Tips and how JAWS is being used in self-service kiosks.

Presenter Contact info:
Matt Ater

Vispero™ Vice Preside...

Tek Talk with Adi Kushnir and Ron Miller discussing new developments in the ElBraille world 11/15/2021 from 2021-11-21T19:37:03

Adi Kushnir, the ElBraille Product Manager with Elita Group and Ron Miller, Vispero’s Blindness Technology Product Specialist will discuss several ElBraille related topics, including:

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Tek Talk welcomes the Harbolt Company and A. T. Guys in part 2 of our 2021 Stocking Stuffers 11/08/2021 from 2021-11-13T14:45:13

Tek Talk welcomes the Harbolt Company and A. T. Guys in part 2 of our 2021 Stocking Stuffers.

The Harbolt Company will present from 8 to 8:30pm Eastern.
We at the Harbolt Company love ...

Tek Talk welcomes Mystic Access and Guidelights and Gadgets to kick off part 1 of our 2021 Stocking Stuffers. 11/01/2021 from 2021-11-04T08:59:22

Mystic Access will present from 8 to 8:30pm Eastern.
Do you still have technology gadgets collecting dust on your shelf from your last birthday, or even last year's holiday season? Want to fina...

Tek Talk welcomes Ron Brooks to discuss self-driving or autonomous vehicles and accessibility. 10/25/2021 from 2021-11-02T09:28:42

Self-driving or “autonomous” vehicles (AVs) stand to revolutionize transportation in the United States. Many, including Ron Brooks are currently fighting for accessibility. This topic has been an e...

Tek Talk welcomes Quentin Christensen, Training and Support manager for NVDA, to discuss its latest updates. 10/04/2021 from 2021-10-25T01:08:19.661734

It is always a challenge to adapt to evolving technology and NVDA continuously works to this end for its many users. Join Quentin this Monday as he updates and then answers your questions..
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Tek Talk welcomes Mike May, GoodMaps Chief Evangelist and Member of Executive Team, discussing GoodMaps Outdoors. 10/11/2021 from 2021-10-25T01:08:19.660314

Ever wonder what became of the Sendero GPS subscription apps, Seeing Eye GPS, RNIB Navigator and Guide Dogs NSW? There is one word to describe them now: free, free, free! GoodMaps is pleased to ann...

Tek Talk welcomes Eric Damery, Vispero Vice President, Software Products Management, to discuss The newest features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion Version 2022. 10/18/2021 from 2021-10-25T01:08:19.657702

Eric joins us again this year as we prepare for the official new release of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion version 2022. We will do a review of the key features, hear all about the release schedule and...

Tek Talk welcomes back Jeff Bishop to discuss the new iOS 15 09/27/2021 from 2021-10-04T23:01:28.955159

Tek Talk welcomes back Jeff Bishop to discuss the new iOS 15 which was released 9/20/21.

Time once again to talk about another IOS release. Apple has released IOS 15. What’s new in this re...

Tek Talk welcomes Amanda Tolson, Director of Sales of En-Vision America, discussing ScripTalk and talking prescription labels 09/20/2021 from 2021-09-29T01:18:17.113610

Amanda joins us to speak about ScripTalk, a fully accessible prescription reader system to help you safely manage your prescriptions independently. Did you know your pharmacy can use the ScripTalk ...

Tek Talk welcomes a Tek Talk Planning Team panel discussing their favorite internet radio stations/channels with input from the audience 09/13/2021 from 2021-09-20T08:20:06.950195

Join us Monday evening, as members of our Tek Talk Team explore Internet Radio. Today we have so much at our fingertips with radio that can be heard world-wide. What do you listen to and how do you...

Tek Talk welcomes ACB’s Information Access Committee discussing smart homes 08/30/2021 from 2021-09-03T15:33:05

The common denominator during this presentation is devices in our homes which feature Artificial intelligence.

Jeff Bishop, Judy Dickson, Larry Gassman, and Peggy Carpenter from (IAC), the...

Tek Talk welcomes a Tek Talk Planning Team panel discussing their favorite podcasts and podcast players with audience participation 08/23/2021 from 2021-08-26T22:35:35

We’re all aware of the explosion of podcast content during the past few years. Join us this Monday as a Tek Talk Planning Team panel discusses their favorite podcasts and the players they use to en...

Tek Talk with a Tek Talk Planning Team panel discussing their favorite apps with audience participation 08/16/2021 from 2021-08-23T18:30:12

We all have our favorite apps whether we’re using an iDevice, an Android device, an Amazon Fire device, or a computer running Windows or some other OS. Join us this Monday as a Tek Talk Planning Te...

Tek Talk welcomes a panel to discuss appliance shopping and the questions to ask 08/09/2021 from 2021-08-18T12:55:16

Have you ever shopped for a kitchen appliance knowing that it is not equipped with Artificial Intelligence? Later this month we will address appliances that are equipped with AI in our Smart Homes ...

Tek Talk welcomes back Jeff Bazer of Vispero to discuss the Picture Smart feature of JAWS 08/02/2021 from 2021-08-09T22:18:26

Introduced in JAWS and Fusion 2019, Picture Smart allows you to choose a photo and submit it to be analyzed. A description of the image is then displayed in the Results Viewer. To use Picture Smart...

Tek Talk welcomes members of the ACB affiliate ACB Diabetics in Action to discuss diabetes and managing it. 07/12/2021 from 2021-07-13T13:30:45

Join us on Tek Talk, as we explore the world of Diabetes. One of the fastest growing affiliates for The American Council Of The Blind is ACBDA, ACB Diabetics in Action.

Several of their me...

Tek Talk welcomes Adi Kushnir and Ron Miller to discuss new developments in the ElBraille world 06/28/2021 from 2021-07-07T14:50:10

Tek Talk welcomes Adi Kushnir and Ron Miller to discuss new developments in the ElBraille world.



Adi Kushnir, the ElBraille Product Manager with Elita Group and Ron Miller, Visp...

Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop to discuss Apple’s recent WWDC event 06/21/2021 from 2021-06-26T16:55:46

Apple has Announced major changes across all of their devices. Come learn what is new for your iPhone, iPad, your Apple Watch, Apple TV and your Macc. WWDC was full of exciting announcements this y...

Tek Talk welcomes Janet Dickelman, National Convention Coordinator, American Council of the Blind, to discuss the topic: “The 2021 Virtual Convention” 06/14/2021 from 2021-06-18T21:51:01

Want to know about the 2021 virtual ACB National Convention? Join Janet Dickelman, ACB convention coordinator, Saint Paul, MN to find out. Learn about the virtual exhibit hall and the virtual tour...

Tek Talk welcomes Earle Harrison, HIMS National Account Manager, to discuss and demonstrate HIMS Braille products 06/07/2021 from 2021-06-11T15:45:51

Tek Talk welcomes Earle Harrison, HIMS National Account Manager, to discuss and demonstrate HIMS Braille products such as the QBraille XL braille display and the newest addition to the BrailleSense...

Tek Talk welcomes Patrick Netter, Judy Wilkinson, and Steve Bauer to discuss exercise products from OnTheMUV 05/24/2021 from 2021-05-27T20:10:23

The safe way to exercise while sitting has arrived. Meet the motorized miniTREAD® and the manual Sitmill®. About the size of an airline seat cushion, these two devices offer an affective and access...

Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop to discuss the ACB Media Network, the home of podcasts, ACB Radio streams, video content, ACB Voices blog posts, ACB Forum magazines and so much more 05/17/2021 from 2021-05-20T00:47:09

Everything related to ACB is now in one place. No more searching to find what you are looking for on different ACB pages. Searching is now easy when looking for content. Jeff Bishop will be talkin...

Tek Talk welcomes Andy Burstein, the CEO of Accessible Pharmacy, to discuss how the company got started, the services that they provide to the blind and low vision community and their plans for growth 05/10/2021 from 2021-05-14T13:52:46

Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind is a comprehensive, home delivery pharmacy service specializing in the needs of the blind and low vision community. Founded by blind experts in the areas ...

Tek Talk welcomes Kim Loftis, Mystic Access’s Director of Product Development, to discuss Amazon Fire tablets 05/03/2021 from 2021-05-07T21:53:10

Tek Talk welcomes Kim Loftis, Mystic Access's Director of Product Development, to discuss Amazon Fire tablets. Kim will share the options available when choosing a Fire tablet, the features you'll ...

Tek Talk welcomes Julian Vargas, a Mobile Access Technology Specialist, to discuss the latest developments in the world of mobile devices 04/26/2021 from 2021-05-01T12:31:44

Tek Talk welcomes Julian Vargas, a Mobile Access Technology Specialist, to discuss the latest developments in the world of mobile devices from Apple's recent hardware announcements and updates to I...

Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bazer, Freedom Scientific’s Director of Sales for the South Central region, to discuss their training resources 04/19/2021 from 2021-04-28T01:49:01

Freedom Scientific has a vast array of training resources, most of which have been updated in the past few months. We will examine what's available off the main training page, including basic trai...

Tek Talk welcomes Chris of Mystic Access to discuss and demonstrate the use of Chromebooks 04/12/2021 from 2021-04-15T22:57:18

Tek Talk welcomes Chris of Mystic Access to discuss and demonstrate the use of Chromebooks.

He will also discuss Chrome box and Chrome base using the ChromeVox screen reader.

Pres...

Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop, John Gassman, and Larry Gassman to discuss Clubhouse, the new audio social media platform 04/05/2021 from 2021-04-07T12:56:01

Clubhouse is literally taking the world by storm. It's an all audio International social media platform currently for iOS and very popular amongst blind people. Jeff Bishop, John and Larry Gassman ...

Tek Talk welcomes Nathan Smith, founder of the Nathan Tech website, to discuss the software and tutorials available there 03/29/2021 from 2021-03-31T18:26:32

Nathan Tech is Nathan's personal website which he founded back in 2013. Since then it has gone through several evolutions from Audio games, to Multi-User Dungeons and now to where it is today, soft...

Tek Talk welcomes Liz Wisecarver, Director NFB-Newsline Texas, to discuss and demonstrate the free electronic information service 03/22/2021 from 2021-03-28T10:11:01

Are you legally blind or print disabled? Do you miss reading the newspaper, your favorite magazines, and other information? Learn how you can read hundreds of up-to-date newspapers, over 70 magazin...

Tek Talk welcomes Peter Tucic, HumanWare’s Brand Ambassador – Blindness Products, for a delve into what is new in the HumanWare braille product portfolio 03/15/2021 from 2021-03-21T01:15:13

Peter will talk about the new intelligent braille displays that are now available including the new Brailliant BI X series of braille displays, the Mantis Q40, as well as what is on the horizon for...

Tek Talk welcomes Deborah Armstrong, an experienced computer tech, to discuss what To do when your PC stops talking 03/08/2021 from 2021-03-13T00:31:28

It can be scary to have your screen reader die on you, but a few preparation steps can save you a world of hassle. Deborah Armstrong will show you how to set up your Windows PC to cope when this oc...

Tek Talk welcomes Michael McCulloch and Sandhya Rao of iBUG Today, Inc. to discuss their organization and its promotion of the blind community through accessible technology training. 03/01/2021 from 2021-03-06T20:56:21

iBUG Today, Inc. is a non-profit organization promoting the individual independence, social integration, and educational development of the blind and visually impaired community across the country ...

Tek Talk welcomes Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell of Pneuma Solutions to discuss their new product Scribe 02/22/2021 from 2021-02-26T12:30:39

Scribe is a product from Pneuma Solutions, formally Serotek Corporation, that brings some innovative technology for online meetings. Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell describe Scribe this way:

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Tek Talk 02/15/2021 from 2021-02-16T01:16:20

Do to the storms our guest for tonight was unable to make it. So We will talk about Tek Talk Future.

Tek Talk welcomes David Goldfield to discuss the various email lists he has created, how he got into assistive technology, and his current role as a product manager with Comcast’s accessibility team 02/08/2021 from 2021-02-09T03:49:51

Tek Talk welcomes David Goldfield to discuss the various email lists he has created, how he got into assistive technology, and his current role as a product manager with Comcast's accessibility tea...

Tek Talk welcomes Shane Lowe from Mediate to discuss the Supersense app. 02/01/2021 from 2021-02-02T01:00:21

Tek Talk welcomes Shane Lowe from Mediate to discuss the Supersense app. Mediate is an up and coming app-development company with blindness at the forefront of what they do. Supersense, their flags...

Tek Talk 01/25/2021 welcomes Barry Scheur, Chris Grabowski and Kim Loftis to describe and demonstrate the Evo 10 DAISY player from 2021-01-26T02:05:29

Tek Talk welcomes Barry Scheur from GuideLights and Gadgets and Chris Grabowski and Kim Loftis from Mystic Access to describe and demonstrate their exciting entry into the daisy player and entertai...

Tek Talk 01/18/2021 welcomes Chris Grabowski and Kim Loftis from Mystic Access to discuss their latest audio documentation from 2021-01-19T01:54:50

Tek Talk welcomes Chris Grabowski and Kim Loftis from Mystic Access to discuss their latest audio documentation projects including their eleven-plus hour Windows 10 tutorial, Amazon Fire Tablet tut...

Tek Talk 01/11/2021 features a representative of Envision AI to discuss their recently launched Envision Glasses, AI-powered from 2021-01-11T23:56:27

Tek Talk welcomes a representative from Envision AI . Envision, an award-winning assistive technology company, has announced the official launch of Envision Glasses, which are AI-powered smart glas...

TekTalk features Jeff Bishop and Larry Gassman discussing podcasting from 2021-01-04T11:37:49

Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop and Larry Gassman to talk about podcasting. What is a Podcast? How do you find a podcast? Quite a bit of time will be spent looking at the iOS platform because most of...

Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop, a product manager for Microsoft, to discuss the May version release of Windows 10 including its key features and Windows Narrator from 2020-12-14T17:40:16

Tek Talk is delighted to welcome back one of our own Tek Talk planning team members.

Jeff Bishop is a product manager for Microsoft, and will be with us to talk about several key features ...

Tek Talk welcomes Denise Russell, Founder of Speak To Me Catalog, to discuss the topic: “Preparing for the holiday season with Speak To Me Catalog.” from 2020-12-13T16:33:01

We are truly honored to welcome a dear and longtime friend of Tek Talk. She is Denise Russell the Founder of Speak To Me Catalog. This fine company was founded in July of 1994.

 
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Tek Talk welcomes via recorded conversation Jeanmarc who is the head of research and Development for WeWalk. from 2020-12-04T01:26:59

Our guest on Tek-Talk is Jeanmarc who is the head of research and Development for WeWalk. "By equipping the white cane with modern technology, WeWALK improves the safety and independence of visuall...

Tek Talk welcomes Brian Hartgen, Founder of Hartgen Consultancy to discuss the topic: “Brian Hartgen Talks all things ElBraille.” from 2020-11-24T02:00

Brian Hartgen Talks All Things ElBraille!

Tek Talk welcomes Michael Feir to discuss the topic: “My Guide Discussing the Advantages and Disadvantages for using an iPhone for blind persons.” from 2020-11-17T02:00

Michael Feir lives in Mississauga Ontario Canada with his wife Sara. He finds ways to use his talents for technology and writing to help people get the most out of their accessible technology.

Tek Talk welcomes CEO, Jose Gaztambide and Chief Evangelist, Mike May to discuss the topic: “Emerging indoor mapping and navigation technologies.” from 2020-11-10T02:00

Advances in Indoor Wayfinding, Louisville, KY

Tek Talk welcomes Nancy and Peter Torpey, Founders of Eyes on Success to discuss the topic: “The History of Eyes on Success.” from 2020-11-03T02:00

Join us on November 2nd, 2020, as we welcome Peter and Nancy Torpey, who host and produce the fine assistive technology podcast, "Eyes On Success". Their radio show/podcast started in January of 20...

Tek Talk welcomes Matthew Vollbrecht, Certified Apple Teacher and Founder of The Tech Juggernaut, to discuss the Topic: “A Day in The Connected Digital Life.” from 2020-10-27T01:00

A Day in The Connected Digital Life:

Tek Talk welcomes Peter Tucic of Humanware to discuss “An Overview of the newest developments for those braille products produced by Humanware as well as the Victor Reader Trek.” from 2020-10-20T01:00

I will speak on all current happenings with our Blindness product portfolio.
I will discuss what is new with BrailleNote Touch Plus, the new Brailliant 40, Mantis Q40 and Chameleon 20 braille d...

Tek Talk welcomes our good friend, Eric Damery, Vice President, Software Products Management, Vispero to discuss the topic: “The newest features in JAWS 2021.” from 2020-10-13T01:00

Eric Damery, (Vispero Vice President Software Product Management), joins us again this year as we prepare for the official new release of version 2021.

Tek Talk welcomes Nasreen Bhutta, Certified Recruiter, Consultant & Trainer and Aaron Linson, Search Consultant and full cycle recruiter and Podcaster to discuss “Finding the Unfindable talent, How to become a Certified from 2020-10-06T01:00

Topic: “Finding the Unfindable talent, How to become a Certified Recruiter and Sourcer, a more lucrative career option for folks who are visually impaired or blind.”
A Sourcing Foundation prese...

Tek Talk features Alan Lemly and Chris Grabowski discussing the topic: “Password Technology, Managing your passwords” from 2020-09-29T01:00

Alan is a retired tax accountant and Accessible World Co-chair who enjoys learning new iPhone technology and apps. He attends many Accessible World book groups because of his love of reading.

Tek Talk welcomes Rachel Hage, Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist, Lighthouse of Broward discussing “Using the mouse as a blind person and other accessibility tips.” from 2020-09-22T01:00

I plan to present about the Assistive Touch feature with IOS13 with the use of a mouse. I will also discuss my research process to help my clients find success in using the iPad.

Tek Talk welcomes Judy Dixon, Consumer Relations Officer and Tamara Rorie, Braille Development Officer from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. Topic: “Developing the Braille EReader and what it means for blind persons.” from 2020-09-15T01:00

Judy Dixon, Consumer Relations Officer and Tamara Rorie, Braille Development Officer from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled will discuss NLS's new Braille EReader develo...

Tek Talk welcomes Debbie Hazelton, Managing Director, ACB Radio Topic: “ACB Radio, Past, Present and Future.” from 2020-09-01T01:00

ACB Radio: Past, Present and Future
Twenty years ago ACB Radio began as an experiment between a few guys having fun. Immediately, they knew there was tremendous potential.

Tek Talk welcomes David Kingsbury, an Assistive Technology Instructor at The Carroll Center for the Blind. Topic: David Kingsbury will discuss his new book: “When One Web Browser Is Not Enough: A Guide for Windows Screen Reader Users.” from 2020-08-25T01:00

David Kingsbury, an Assistive Technology Instructor at The Carroll Center for the Blind in Massachusetts, has recently written a book entitled “When One Web Browser Is Not Enough: A Guide for Windo...

Tek Talk welcomes Angela Griffith, Customer Support Specialist, Bookshare. Topic: “The founding and overview of the services provided by Bookshare.” from 2020-08-18T01:00

Tune in for an update from Bookshare, the huge online library of ebooks for people with blindness, deaf blindness, low vision, and other reading barriers.

Tek Talk welcomes Barry Scheur Director, GuideLights and Gadgets in conjunction with Lisa Salinger. Topic: “A discussion and demonstration of the Orbit Writer from Orbit Research, Inc.” from 2020-08-11T01:00

Barry Scheur, the Director of GuideLights and Gadgets, in conjunction with Lisa Salinger are excited to have an opportunity to discuss and demonstrate the Orbit Writer from Orbit Research, Inc.

Tek Talk welcomes Brent Harbolt of the Harbolt Company. Topic: “The founding and overview of products provided by this fine company.” from 2020-08-04T01:00

The Harbolt Company is excited and honored to be speaking in front of the worldwide Tech Talk audience on August 3. We are celebrating our six year anniversary this year and we would love to share ...

Tek Talk welcomes Deborah Kendrick, noted author, to discuss her newest book. Topic: “WHEN YOUR EARS CAN’T HELP YOU SEE: Strategies for Blind and Low Vision Individuals with Hearing Loss” from 2020-07-28T01:00

Deborah Kendrick is an award-winning writer, editor, and poet.

Tek Talk welcomes Ron Miller, Vispero(tm) | Blindness Technology Product Specialist to discuss the topic: “The new Elbraille40 and its many innovative features.” from 2020-07-14T01:00

Ron Miller joins Tek Talk to discuss the recently released ElBraille40.

Tek Talk welcomes Damian Pickering, Partner, Dream Vision, to discuss the topic: “The Handy Tech Line of Braille Displays.” from 2020-06-30T01:00

What's this new company we're hearing about?

Tek Talk welcomes Chris Grabowski, Founder of Mystic Access and Kim Loftis, Director of Product Development to discuss the topic: “InsideOne Windows computer by Insidevision.” from 2020-06-23T01:00

If you've ever hoped for a seamless way to have beautiful braille quality along with the power and flexibility of Windows 10 in one sleek package, then you'll perhaps be intrigued by our Tek Talk p...

Tek Talk meeting of 6/15/20 at 8pm Eastern features a panel to discuss the topic: “What should we consider when buying a computer?” from 2020-06-16T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes a panel to include Sue Sweetman, Sweetman Systems, Christy Householter, Executive Director, Computers for the Blind, Ann Parsons, an instructor of Assistive Technology, and the Mo...

Tek Talk welcomes Cody Mitchell, National Sales Manager, Irie-AT, Inc. to discuss the topic: “The Kapsys Vision 2 Smart Phone and what it means for blind persons.” from 2020-06-09T01:00

Kapsys SmartVision 2 Smartphone for Android
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Tek Talk welcomes Janet Dickelman National Convention Coordinator, American Council of the Blind, to discuss the topic: “The Virtual Convention and how it works.” from 2020-06-02T01:00

Want to know how ACB is going virtual for 2020? Join Janet Dickelman, ACB convention coordinator, Saint Paul, MN to find out. Learn about the virtual exhibit hall and the virtual tour channel.

Tek Talk Special program featuring Orcam Technologies to discuss the topic: “The Orcam Camera a truly innovative device for blind persons.” from 2020-05-21T01:00

Our Tek Talk Special program Welcomes Orcam Technologies to discuss the topic: “The Orcam Camera a truly innovative device for blind persons.”
May 20, 2020

Tek Talk welcomes Venkatesh Chari President, Orbit Research to discuss the topic: “An overview of Orbit Research Products for blind persons.” from 2020-05-19T01:00

I will be covering the new products we have just announced:

Tek Talk Welcomes Brian Hartgen of Hartgen Consultancy to discuss the topic: “Using Microsoft Edge with JAWS for Windows.” from 2020-05-12T01:00

For years, many of us have been using Microsoft Internet Explorer to shop online, read the news, work with social media sites and much more besides.

Tek Talk Welcomes Chris Grabowski, Founder, and Kim Loftis, Director of Product Development, of Mystic Access: “Cutting the cord, Living without the cable.” from 2020-05-05T01:00

Are you tired of paying exorbitant cable or satellite bills for programming or channels you'll never watch? Do you struggle with using your remote or cable box, and wish there was a more accessible...

Matt Ater, Vice president of Business Development, Vispero will speak on the topic of Kiosk Accessibility, including what makes a kiosk accessible, how JAWS works to improve the kiosk experience, and the steps one should take in building an accessible kio from 2020-04-28T01:00

Matt Ater, Vice president of Business Development, Vispero will speak on the topic of Kiosk Accessibility, including what makes a kiosk accessible, how JAWS works to improve the kiosk experience, a...

Tek Talk welcomes a panel of technology aficionados Jeff Bishop, Steve Bauer, plus John and Larry Gassman who will discuss their experiences at the just concluded 2020 CSUN conference. from 2020-04-21T01:00

The 2020 CSUN conference was held this month in Anaheim California at the Anaheim Marriott. This yearly world-wide conference is the highlight for many who come to attend presentations and see exhi...

Tek Talk welcomes Tim Cumings of (BITS) Blind Information Technology Specialists to discuss the topic: “The Goals and Achievements of BITS and what this organization sees in the future for technology and persons who are blind.” from 2020-04-14T01:00

Are you interested in keeping up with access technology? Are you having trouble with an IPhone app or a jaws setting on your computer?

Tek Talk welcomes our good friend, Peter Tucic, The Grand Ambassador of Blindness Products to discuss the topic: “The newest updates for the Victor Reader Trek.” from 2020-04-07T01:00

The Victor Reader Trek is undergoing some major software updates this year, one of which already took place in January. We'll go over what these updates mean, why these features were chosen, and th...

Tek Talk welcomes Will Butler, Vice President of Community, Be My Eyes to discuss the topic: Latest updates for Be My Eyes.” from 2020-03-24T01:00

Be My Eyes is a free, unlimited, always-open service delivered via smartphone that allows blind and low vision users to get access to volunteers who can read, describe or identify the visual inform...

Tek Talk welcomes our good friend and noted author Deborah Kendrick to discuss her new book: “Navigating Healthcare When All They Can See Is that You Can’t.” from 2020-03-17T01:00

Deborah Kendrick is an award-winning columnist, editor, and poet.

Tek Talk welcomes our good friend Gene Asner to discuss the topic: “A low priced telephone which can be accessed by blind persons.” from 2020-03-10T01:00

Some people want phones with keypads, not touch screens. Such phones are called feature phones; they can do many things, but they aren't as capable as smart phones.

Tek Talk welcomes Zhi Huang, Assistive Technology Specialist and Ian Ramos, Assistive Technology Specialist to discuss the topic: “How Does Access Ingenuity Improve the Lives of Blind Persons?” from 2020-03-03T02:00

About Access Ingenuity. (summarized from our website):

Tek Talk features J.J. Meddaugh of A.T. Guys to discuss the topic: “The Canute, from Bristol Braille, a truly innovative notetaker.” from 2020-02-25T02:00

Tek Talk welcomes our good friend J.J. Meddaugh of A.T. Guys to discuss the topic: “The Canute, from Bristol Braille, a truly innovative notetaker.”
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Tek Talk welcomes Mike May and Mika Pyykhala to discuss the topic: “The 2020 Consumer Electronics Show and what it means for blind persons.” from 2020-02-18T02:00

Join us to hear highlights of the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show from Mike May of Access Explorer and Mika Pyyhkala of Envision. Mike May has been providing his summary of CES for over 20 years.

Tek Talk welcomes two great friends, Kim Loftis and Chris Grabowski to discuss their new book: “Dinner Delivered, Accessible and Easy ways to receive Meals Direct to Your Door.” from 2020-02-11T02:00

Kim Loftis and Chris Grabowski are delighted to share their new book with you, “Dinner delivered, Accessible and Easy Ways to Receive Meals Direct to Your Door”. The book is available from National...

Tek Talk features Don Olson, Customer Support Specialist and Supervisor of the BARD Team, National Library Service to discuss the topic: “The Latest Updates with BARD Express.” from 2020-02-04T02:00

In the February 3 presentation, I will give updates on 2 NLS initiatives such as BARD Mobile and web BARD.

Tek Talk Welcomes a fine consumer panel to compare the BrailleNote Touch Plus and the Polaris. from 2020-01-28T02:00

Join us on Monday, January 27 as our panel explores the BrailleNote Touch Plus and the Polaris, their features, similarities and differences.

Tek Talk meeting features Dean Martineau, producer of Top Tech Tidbits, to discuss the topic: “Dean’s two new books on Adaptive Technology, the founding of Top Tech Tidbits and other technological issues.” from 2020-01-21T02:00

Dean Martineau writes books on adaptive technology which are of assistance to new users and technology trainers alike.

Tek Talk features Joel Leftwich and Mika Pyyhkala to discuss the topic: “The role of technology in creating accessibility in the personal and professional lives of people who are blind or visually impaired.” from 2020-01-14T02:00

Tek Talk welcomes Joel Leftwich and Mika Pyyhkala to discuss the topic: “The role of technology in creating accessibility in the personal and professional lives of people who are blind or visually ...

Tek Talk welcomes Jackie Brown, Author, to review her book: “Braille on Display.” from 2020-01-07T02:00

I largely want to talk about the importance of Braille, particularly in literacy and employment, how I came up with the idea of writing and updating the book, then introducing the concept to Jonath...

Tek Talk welcomes Bob Sweetman and Andy Roberts, Sweetman Systems to discuss the topic: “The newest products and developments at Sweetman Systems.” from 2019-12-17T02:00

Bob Sweetman and Andy Roberts with Sweetman Systems will talk about our company and discuss products that we offer. We will showcase the following products:
The Victor Reader Trek and the Victo...

Tek Talk welcomes Paul Ferrara, Communications Accessibility Editor for the American Printing House for the Blind to discuss the topic: “Products from APH to be found under your Christmas tree.” from 2019-12-10T02:00

Christmas is just around the corner, and we want to help you find the right gift for your friends and loved ones.

Tek Talk welcomes J.J. Meddaugh of A. T. Guys to discuss the topic: “The BlindShell Phone and their other wonderful products.” from 2019-12-04T02:00

A. T. Guys is back to demonstrate the latest technology and gadgets available for your holiday shopping. We will talk about products including:
* The Plugable folding Bluetooth keyboard

Tek Talk Welcomes the Dolphin Team to Discuss the topic: “Dolphin’s Guide Connect and their other fine products.” from 2019-11-26T02:00

Dolphin strives to meet people with visual impairments, reading and print disabilities where they’re at, using today’s technology AND the technology devices they’re most comfortable with.
 

Tek Talk features the Spectrum Accessibility Management Team to discuss the topic: “Making Spectrum Products Even More Accessible to the Visually Impaired.” from 2019-11-19T02:00

Tek Talk welcomes the Spectrum Accessibility Management Team
to discuss the topic: “Making Spectrum Products Even More Accessible to the Visually Impaired.”
November 18, 2019

ACCESSIBLE WORLD PRESENTS STOCKING STUFFERS PART II from 2019-11-12T02:00

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Tek Talk meeting of 11/4/19 from 7 to 10pm Eastern features Stocking Stuffers Part 1 from 2019-11-05T02:00

Welcome to the Zoom platform.

Tek Talk welcomes two great friends of Accessible World, Chris Grabowski, and Kim Loftis of Mystic Access to discuss the topic: “Using Chrome as a web browser.” from 2019-10-29T01:00

If you want an internet browser that's fast, efficient, and offers a simple but powerful interface, Chrome may be perfect for you.

Tek Talk meeting features Eric Damery, Vice President, Software product management, Vispero to discuss the topic: “The Upcoming Upgrade for JAWS.” from 2019-10-22T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes Another dear friend of Accessible World, Eric Damery Vice President,
Software product management, Vispero.
to discuss the topic: “The Upcoming Upgrade for JAWS.”
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Tek Talk welcomes Humanware’s Grand Ambassador for Blindness Products, Peter Tucic and the three Product Managers. Topic: “An Overview of Humanware Products and Future Developments.” from 2019-10-01T01:00

Special note: We are proud to announce that Tek Talk Programs can now be heard on ACB Mainstream. Please visit the schedule for our programs by going to
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Tek Talk Welcomes Diane M. DuCharme, Accessibility, Blind and low Vision Outreach Representative, Sprint. from 2019-09-24T01:00

Special note: We are proud to announce that Tek Talk Programs can now be heard on ACB Mainstream. Please visit the schedule for our programs by going to
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Tek Talk features David Woodbridge discussing the topic “The Major Highlights of IOS 13” from 2019-09-17T01:00

Special note: We are proud to announce that Tek Talk Programs can now be heard on ACB Mainstream. Please visit the schedule for our programs by going to
www.acbradio.org
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Tek Talk welcomes Don Olson, NLS. Topic: The newest features of BARD Express and what we can expect in the future from 2019-09-10T01:00

The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped provides its
BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download

Tek Talk welcomes Winston Chen, Founder and CEO of Voice Dream. Topic: The newest features of Voice Dream. from 2019-08-27T01:00

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Tek Talk Welcomes Chris Grabowski, Founder,and Kim Loftis of Mystic Access to discuss the topic: Zoom from A to Z from 2019-08-20T01:00

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Tek Talk Welcomes Damian Pickering, Vice president, Sales and Marketing to Discuss the Newest Products of HIMS, INC from 2019-08-13T01:00

Damian Pickering will unpack the latest from HIMS, including recent updates for Polaris our Google Certified Notetaker, and the QBraille XL, our 40-cell Braille Display with its unique hybrid keybo...

Tek Talk welcomes Amanda Tolson, Director of Sales, En-vision America to speak about ScripTalk, IOS 13, and other new features. from 2019-08-06T01:00

En-Vision America's Amanda Tolson will join TekTalk to discuss the new and exciting things they're up to. She'll talk about ScripTalk and new pharmacies. She'll also discuss the new iOS app finall...

Tek Talk welcomes The Microsoft Team to Discuss the newest accessible features in Windows 10 from 2019-07-30T01:00

TekTalk is delighted to welcome back both Jeff Bishop and Mariah Moon along with Jeremy Curry. Jeff and Mariah were with us in late 2018 to talk about Narrator and Windows 10.

Tek Talk Presents a panel to Discuss Technology at the two national conventions of the blind held this summer. from 2019-07-23T01:00

On Monday July 22, 2019, Tek Talk will be discussing both of the national conventions of blind persons which have been held this summer. We shall pay special emphasis on technology.

Tek Talk features David Kingsbury, Assistive Technology Instructor, Carroll Center for the Blind to Discuss his new book: “Format Your Word Documents with JAWS and NVDA: A Guide for Students and Professionals.” from 2019-07-16T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes David Kingsbury, Assistive Technology Instructor, Carroll Center for the Blind to Discuss his new book:
“Format Your Word Documents with JAWS and NVDA: A Guide for Students ...

Tek Talk features Robert Felder,CEO. Raj Company to present the topic: “The Lucia phone for blind persons” from 2019-07-09T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes Robert Felder,CEO. Raj Company to present the topic: “The Lucia phone for blind persons”
July 8, 2019
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Tek Talk welcomes Jenine Stanley, AIRA Explorer Community Manager to Present the topic: “The newest Features on AIRa.” from 2019-07-02T01:00

Aira is a service that connects people who are blind or have low vision to highly trained, remotely-located agents.

Tek Talk welcomes Kelly Sapergia to Present “Game Night, 2019.” from 2019-06-25T01:00

Game Night 2019 with Kelly Sapergia

Tek Talk welcomes Matt Baker, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, The Polara Company to discuss the topic: “Audible Traffic Signals, What They Are and How To Get Them In Your Communities.” from 2019-06-18T01:00

I will start with “What is an APS” (Accessible Pedestrian Signal) and go through how they work, where they go, how does someone get them in their area etc.
Contact: Matt Baker, Vice President, ...

Tek Talk welcomes Judy Dixon to discuss her new book: “Getting Visual Assistance with an iPhone—Now, You Can Just Be Friends with Your Friends” from 2019-06-11T01:00

Judy Dixon will talk about her upcoming book being published by National Braille Press.

Tek Talk meeting presents Anna Dresner to discuss her new book: “Getting the Job Done with Shortcuts” from 2019-06-04T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes Anna Dresner to discuss her new book: “Getting the Job Done with Shortcuts.”
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Tek Talk welcomes Dr. Joel Snyder to Discuss The History and Future Projects of Audio Description, American Council of the Blind from 2019-05-21T01:00

Tek Talk meeting features John Taylor, Products Director, Irie AT to discuss ReadFast Evolve from 2019-05-14T01:00

Tek Talk features Janet Dickelman, the National Convention Coordinator, American Council of the Blind to talk about the 2019 conference and convention in Rochester NY from 2019-05-07T01:00

On May 6, 2019, Tek Talk welcomes Janet Dickelman, the National Convention Coordinator, American Council of the Blind to speak to our worldwide Tek Talk audience

Tek Talk meeting welcomes Dean Martineau to Discuss his new book: “Windows Keyboard, Power User Guide.” from 2019-04-30T01:00

Dean Martineau will discuss his forthcoming book, Windows Keyboard Power User Guide, on Tek Talk on April 29.

Tek Talk welcomes Karen Keninger, Director National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress to discuss the topic: “BARD, Past, Present and Future” from 2019-04-23T01:00

The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped has been circulating books and magazines in braille and audio for nearly 90 years.

Tek Talk meeting features a panel discussing an overview of the 2019 CSUN Conference from 2019-04-16T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes a panel composed of Larry Gassman, John Gassman, Steve Bauer and Jeff Bishop to discuss the topic: “An overview of the CSUN Conference, 2019.”

Tek Talk meeting features Jonathan Mosen, Aira Vice President Australasia, and Explorer Communications to discuss the topic: “The Newest Innovations for AIRA.” from 2019-04-09T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes Presenter Jonathan Mosen, Vice President

Tek Talk welcomes Presenter Dave Wilkinson, National Sales Director, American Printing House for the Blind to discuss the topic: “The New Innovations at APH.” from 2019-04-02T01:00

Dave Wilkinson is the Director of Sales at APH. Tonight he will be introducing us to APH Innovations, a division of APH focusing on bringing experimental products to market.

Tek Talk meeting features Kesel Wilson, Editor and Programs Manager, National Braille Press to discuss the founding of NBP and its great work in technology to produce fine books from 2019-03-26T01:00

Tek Talk welcomes Presenter Kesel Wilson, Editor and Programs Manager, National Braille Press to discuss the founding of NBP and its great work in technology to produce fine books, March 25, 2019.

Tek Talk welcomes Presenter, Andrea Deklotz, Accessibility Officer, to discuss the use of the NFB NewslineSkill for Amazon devices from 2019-03-19T01:00

On Monday March 18, Andrea will be discussing the NFB newsline skill for the Amazon devices.

Tek Talk welcomes Presenter Jeff Bishop to Discuss the Freestyle Libre continuous glucose monitor from 2019-03-05T03:00

Jeff Bishop is a familiar name in our community and has been the host of ACB Radio's Main Menu technology program and still serves as a member of the Main Menu team.

Tek Talk meeting features Peter Tucic to discuss the Plus Touch from Humanware from 2019-02-26T03:00

In regards to the presentation, I will spend roughly 25 minutes or so on the features and specifics of the Touch +, and then will take questions.

TEK TALK WELCOMES DAVID WOODBRIDGE TO SPEAK ABOUT THE RIVO KEYBOARD from 2019-02-19T03:00

In my discussion of the RIVO 2 keyboard I am planning on covering the following:
physical description of the keyboard,
Connecting the RIVO 2 to the iPhone,
Basic navigation of the RIVO ...

Tek Talk meeting features The Mystic Access team presenting: Getting Started with Google Suite from 2019-02-12T03:00

The Mystic Access team presents: Getting Started with Google Suite. Lisa, Kim and Chris have collaborated with National Braille Press to make available a one-volume resource on using the Google Sui...

Tek Talk features Randy Rusnak and Bill Hillery to discuss Smart TVs from 2019-02-05T03:00

Tek Talk welcomes Randy Rusnak and Bill Hillery to discuss Smart TVs.

Tek Talk features Mike May to discuss the Consumer Electronics Show 2019, Las Vegas, Nevada from 2019-01-29T03:00

Michael May, Executive Director, Envision Workforce Innovation Center will provide his perspective on the world’s largest show with over 170,000 attendees this year.

Tek Talk features a panel discussion of favorite iOS apps from 2019-01-22T03:00

Many of us use the i-Phone and we all have applications that we use daily.
On Monday January 21, you will hear a panel of technology users and members of our Tek Talk committee as they share th...

Tek Talk Welcomes Brian Hartgen. What’s new at Hartgen Consultancy? from 2019-01-15T03:00

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Tek Talk features David Moore discussing Android and TalkBack from 2019-01-08T03:00

I will take a couple of minutes explaining what Talk Back is and what it does for using the Android phone. I will compare it a bit
to Voice Over in iOS.

Tek Talk features Allison Hilliker, Customer Specialist, Bookshare from 2018-12-18T03:00

Allison Hilliker works as a Customer support Specialist for Benetech, the nonprofit that runs the Bookshare.org website. She lives in the Phoenix area and is the mom to 2 little girls.