A podcast covering different topics related to trending news, blindness, independent living, and NFB news.
Hosts: Anil Lewis, executive director of the NFB Blindness Initiatives department, and Melissa Riccobono, First Lady of the NFB.
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Recent Episodes
Here is a list of episodes that include the show notes, the podcast episode, episode transcripts, and important relevant links as needed.
Our Stories, Our Mission: The People Behind the Organized Blind Movement (Part One)
In this episode of the Nation’s Blind Podcast, Melissa and Anil are joined by Gary Wunder. They dive into the story of Adelmo Vigil, president of the NFB of New Mexico. They discuss how he overcame obstacles such as being prevented from learning Braille, being told that he couldn’t teach in a mainstream public school, and his advocacy in the organized blind movement.
Important Links
Our Stories, Our Mission Transcript
All Laughs, No Fools
In this episode of the Nation’s Blind Podcast, Anil is joined by blind comedians Yvonne Neubert and Shannon Cantan. Tune in for laughs, great storytelling, and their journey through comedy.
Important links
The Myth of the SuperBlind
In this episode of the Nation's Blind Podcast, Melissa and Anil are joined by Denise Avant. They address misconceptions about the NFB and emphasize the importance of your voice within the blind people's movement.
Important links
- The Myth of the SuperBlind Transcript
- The Nature of Independence
- The Myth of the SuperBlind, Braille Monitor
More Information
To listen to previous episodes, please visit the Nation's Blind Podcast archive. If you have any questions about the Nation's Blind Podcast, or if you would like to contribute to future episodes, please email us at [email protected] or call 410-659-9314, extension 2444.