{"id":8303,"date":"2024-06-27T17:05:28","date_gmt":"2024-06-27T22:05:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blindabilities.com\/?p=8303"},"modified":"2024-06-27T17:05:30","modified_gmt":"2024-06-27T22:05:30","slug":"paul-martz-science-fiction-author-and-technology-blogger-for-applevis-is-embracing-challenges-and-pushing-boundaries-and-what-about-ai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blindabilities.com\/?p=8303","title":{"rendered":"Paul Martz: Science fiction author and technology blogger for Applevis is embracing Challenges and Pushing Boundaries. And What about AI?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--powerpress_player--><div class=\"powerpress_player\" id=\"powerpress_player_988\"><audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-8303-1\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/PaulMartz.mp3?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/PaulMartz.mp3\">https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/PaulMartz.mp3<\/a><\/audio><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Podcast Summary:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the futuristic world of digital landscapes and interstellar travel, Paul Martz stands as a beacon of innovation and creativity. An award-winning blind science fiction author, technology blogger for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/paulmartz.com\/blog\/applevis-blogs\/\">Applevis<\/a>, and former punk rock drummer, Paul thrives on embracing challenges and pushing boundaries. Despite his visual impairment, Paul has ventured into the uncharted territories of&nbsp;&nbsp;becoming an editor while his gripping tales of futuristic adventures are being amplified and winning awards. Check out his award winning flash fiction piece,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/paulmartz.com\/blog\/more-than-electric-sheep\/\">More Than Electric Sheep<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an editor for the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rmfw.org\/\">Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers<\/a>&nbsp;group, Paul collaborates on projects that stretch the imagination. His latest co-edited work with Linda Ditchkus, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CW1LNRXG?ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_FMF8TPMW94HGPGM328FB&amp;ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_FMF8TPMW94HGPGM328FB&amp;social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_FMF8TPMW94HGPGM328FB&amp;skipTwisterOG=2\">2024 RMFW anthology &#8220;Without Brakes, Fingers Crossed<\/a>,&#8221; is now available on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CW1LNRXG?ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_FMF8TPMW94HGPGM328FB&amp;ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_FMF8TPMW94HGPGM328FB&amp;social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_FMF8TPMW94HGPGM328FB&amp;skipTwisterOG=2\">Amazon<\/a>, inviting readers to dive into worlds without limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lifelong learner, Paul\u2019s interests span from braille and music to the mysteries of the cosmos. Residing in the mountainous realms of Colorado, he continues to shatter barriers, driven by his mantra that nothing can stand in his way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tune in to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blindabilities.com\/\">Blind Abilities<\/a>\u00a0Studio, where Jeff Thompson delves into Paul Martz\u2019s extraordinary writing journey, exploring the challenges and triumphs that define his stellar path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>you can follow us on Twitter&nbsp;@<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/blindabilities\">Blind Abilities<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the web at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.blindabilities.com\/\">www.blindabilities.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Send us an&nbsp;email at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:info@blindabilities.com\">info@blindabilities.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/blind-abilities\/id1085849859?l=es&amp;mt=8\">Free Blind Abilities App&nbsp;on the App Store<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.blindabilities.android.blind&amp;hl=en_US\">Google Play Store<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Give us a call and leave us some feedback at 612-367-6093. We would love to hear from you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/607027582712671\/\">Blind Abilities Community<\/a>&nbsp;on Facebook, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BlindAbilities\/\">Blind Abilities Page<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/jobinsightsgroup\">Career Resources for the Blind and Visually Impaired group.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<!--powerpress_player--><div class=\"powerpress_player\" id=\"powerpress_player_990\"><audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-8303-3\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/PaulMartz.mp3?_=3\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/PaulMartz.mp3\">https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/PaulMartz.mp3<\/a><\/audio><\/div><p>https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/PaulMartz.mp3 Podcast Summary: In the futuristic world of digital landscapes and interstellar travel, Paul Martz stands as a beacon of innovation and creativity. 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