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The world of Being Blind with Darren Dizon

Happy Global Accessibility Day (GAAD), and additional information.

Season 1, Ep. 3
Happy global accessibility awareness day to everybody in the United States! Accessibility is extremely important and without accessibility we would not have the technology we have today! Please spread the word about this podcast, and share these episodes, as it might benefit someone you know. Thursday, May 20, 2021, marks the tenth Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access/inclusion and people with different disabilities. To learn more, please visit https://globalaccessibilityawarenessday.org/ Check out my music on Apple Music and Spotify: Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/afterglow-single/1562151672 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/64dzRs7iFT66sRIsPlbON1?si=RzYCNxg5SbeUJsjanE--8Q --- 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/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support

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

    14:36||Season 2, Ep. 2
    *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.
  • 1. Learn all about Waymap Navigation

    15:07||Season 2, Ep. 1
    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.
  • 9. Be My Eyes - What is it?

    20:52||Season 1, Ep. 9
    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. ________________________________________________________________ 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/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
  • 8. The NLS Bard Service - How to sign up, and get started

    10:28||Season 1, Ep. 8
    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! View the full list of Podcast Episodes 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/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
  • 7. Podcast Updates: Music and New Podcast Updates

    29:58||Season 1, Ep. 7
    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 Music Listen to me on Spotify New ways of listening will be available soon, as well as an easier way to access these links. ____________________ My Podcasts Links: Breaker Google Podcasts Apple Podcasts Pocket Casts RadioPublic Spotify Amazon Music Audible IHeartRadio --- 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/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
  • 6. All About Audio Description

    17:10||Season 1, Ep. 6
    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/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
  • 5. Disney+ A streaming Service for everyone

    16:47||Season 1, Ep. 5
    Disney+ is a streaming service for everyone, including people who are Blind and Visually Impaired. I talk about audio description, and how to navigate Disney+ using the VoiceOver Screen Reader on IOS/IPadOS Devices. For more information, you can visit the following links: · Disney+ Website · The Audio Description Project‘s Website ______________________________ 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! ____________________ My Podcasts Links: Breaker Google Podcasts Apple Podcasts Pocket Casts RadioPublic Spotify Amazon Music Audible IHeartRadio If you wish, you can visit Darren Dizon's Podcast Page, to see his expanding list of Podcast Platforms. Darren's Podcast Page --- 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/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support
  • 4. Quick Tip: How to use Apple TV With VoiceOver

    06:45||Season 1, Ep. 4
    In this Episode, I give an Introduction to my new Apple TV, and how I am able to use it with VoiceOver, which is the screenreader that comes with all Apple Devices. Check out my podcast on other platforms, as well as my Music! Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/album/afterglow-single/1562151672 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/64dzRs7iFT66sRIsPlbON1?si=NkX0kzkGR1i-TnyKVQ5VnA&dl_branch=1 My Podcasts Links: Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/the-world-of-being-blind Google Podcasts:  https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjM5OTJkMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-of-being-blind/id1556363914 Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/xzy2zmom RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/the-world-of-being-blind-WYAneL Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6crOxEU6Dz3vEcEAvjiPak Amazon/Audible:  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/729ee72a-56a0-46ac-a4df-f4ce248c5585/The-world-of-Being-Blind IHeartRadio:  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-world-of-being-blind-83856317?cmp=ios_share&sc=ios_social_share&pr=false&autoplay=true --- 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/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/darrendizon/support

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