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Wellness Wednesday: Belonging: The Power of Choice in Accessibility

Podcast Summary: In this episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin and Robin Ennis, joined by Jeff Thompson, explore the evolving landscape of accessibility …

Wellness Wednesday: Isolation – From Alone to A Little Less Lonely: Steps Toward Social Reconnection

Podcast Summary: In this heartfelt episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth, Robin, and Jeff tackle the often-overlooked topic of isolation as we age—especially …

Seable Holidays: Turning Accessible Travel Dreams Into Reality

Podcast Summary: Discover a world where accessibility meets adventure! In this episode inspired by the Minnesota State Academy's International Club, Jeff …

Immersive. Inclusive. Incredible. Dive Into the LuminoCity Podcast – Where Audio Description Redefines Inclusive Story Telling

Podcast Summary: Jeff Thompson welcomes Christine Malec to the Blind Abilities studio to shine a spotlight on the LuminoCity Podcast—an immersive audio …

Wellness Wednesday: I Got a Feeling, Somebodies Watching Me

Podcast Summary: In this casual conversation, Beth, robin and Jeff talk about that feeling that people are watching us when we are out and about in the …

Wellness Wednesday: AI or Not to AI, That is the Question That We Ask of Thee

Podcast Summary: In this Wellness Wednesday episode, Beth and Robin explore the growing role of AI in supporting mental health. With a compassionate and …

Anchoring in the Now: Tools to Navigate Anxiety and Uncertainty

Podcast Summary: In this episode of Wellness Wednesday , Beth and Robin explore the emotional challenges of facing the unknown. Drawing on their therapeutic …

Wellness Wednesday: Disaster Readiness: What’s Your Plan in an Emergency?

Podcast Summary: This episode of Wellness Wednesday with hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explores emergency preparedness for natural …

Wellness Wednesday: Insecure or Secure? Exploring Attachment and Prematurity

Podcast Summary: On this episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth and Robin respond to a listener’s question about the connection between premature birth and …

Heights Unseen: Julius Mbura’s Mission Beyond Kilimanjaro

Podcast Summary: Julius Mbura, a blind adventurer, advocate, and model from Kenya, is redefining possibility. With an Awarewolf Gear All-Terrain Cane, …

Wellness Wednesday: Valentine’s Day Reimagined: Loving Yourself First

Podcast Summary: Full Transcript Valentine’s Day is often seen as a celebration of romantic love, but what if love starts from within? In this Wellness …

Connecting, Learning, and Thriving: Highlights from the ACB Minnesota Convention

Podcast Summary: The ACB Minnesota State Convention: Zooming into 2025 was an exciting gathering of Minnesota’s blindness community, offering insights, …