In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, Kim Wardlow is joined by Penn Street from The Blind Chick Podcast to explore strategies for making holiday shopping easier and more enjoyable for those with low vision. From the accessibility challenges of online shopping to the benefits of shopping local and personalized gift ideas, Penn shares her insights and experiences. They discuss using assistive technologies like Be My Eyes, the joy of giving experiences over material gifts, and the importance of taking care of yourself during the holiday season.
The episode also highlights Colorado Gives Day and encourages listeners to consider charitable giving as a meaningful holiday gift.
Chapter Markers
00:31 – Introduction and Colorado Gives Day
02:07 – Welcoming Guest Penn Street and the Holiday Spirit
03:08 – Challenges and Strategies for In-Person Shopping
04:07 – Charitable Giving as a Holiday Gift
05:45 – Benefits of Online Shopping and Accessibility Challenges
09:13 – Personalizing Gift Lists and Using Technology
12:00 – Navigating Tactile and Sentimental Gifts
16:00 – Funny Anecdotes from Shopping Experiences
17:23 – Accessibility Issues in Online Shopping Platforms
21:02 – Giving Experiences and Non-Material Gifts
26:20 – Personalizing Strategies for Stress-Free Shopping
30:11 – Self-Care During the Holidays
32:12 – Closing Thoughts and Holiday Wishes
Contact Information
Aftersight
Website: aftersight.org
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: feedback@aftersight.org
Guest Contact
Penn Street: Co-host of The Blind Chick Podcast
