Description

In this deeply personal episode, I share why it's been a little while since the last show, including the passing of one of my closest lifelong friends, Ken Stock. I talk about friendship, grief, and how loss changes perspective.

I also give an honest update on Ziggy's lymphoma treatment, the emotional toll it's taking, and how life has a way of piling challenges on all at once.

Then I dive into my progress with the Business Enterprise Program—what the assessments involve, why I'm excited about vending opportunities, and what the future could look like as I pursue entrepreneurship as a blind business owner.

Top Takeaways

• Grief doesn't follow a schedule, and neither does healing.
• Entrepreneurship often begins during uncertain seasons.
• Blind professionals can build and lead successful businesses.
• Resilience is built one challenge at a time.
• Sometimes progress happens while life feels messy.

What You'll Learn

• What the Business Enterprise Program is and how it works
• The assessments required to qualify as a blind vendor
• Why vending may be a strong business model
• How grief and stress affect momentum
• Why persistence matters during difficult seasons

Listen to the episode and learn more at https://www.iCantCU.com/297/

Links Mentioned

Product links are affiliate links so that I may earn a commission.

• Ray-Ban Meta Glasses: https://amzn.to/40w0TFc
• Rokid Style AI Smart Glasses: https://rokid.sjv.io/c/4693780/3736905/45256
• Federation Focus on the NFB of PA YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nfbofpa
• I edit the show with Descript and love it!: https://www.iCantCU.com/descript/
• I process all audio using Auphonic: https://auphonic.com?source=dgdesignllc
• Be My Eyes app (free): https://www.bemyeyes.com/ 
• Seeing AI app (free): https://www.seeingai.com/ 
• That Real Blind Tech Show ep 201: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-201-stroke-man-were-all-stroked-out/id1526258077?i=1000762294467
• Watch iCantCU episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iCantCU

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White Canes Connect Podcast

In this episode, we dive into Hable's newest innovation: Speechlabel, a labeling system that combines a free app with physical tags to let you identify anything using audio or text. From leftovers in your fridge to clothes in your closet, this tool solves everyday challenges that AI alone can't. We also talk about the Hable One braille keyboard, the company's mission to keep accessibility affordable, and how a small team is making a global impact.

Listen on your favorite podcast player or at:

Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-%2420-accessibility-hack-every-blind-person-should-know/id1592248709?i=1000759448456

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/055uQmCdvZ5z9HNQTRqcSA

YouTube
https://youtu.be/2vhYP7_uSyU?si=RbpEgiY5UVZGRKNR

Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/151/

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• Rode Video Micro (used on GoPro): https://amzn.to/4kVMJWI
• Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0 

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Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss?

If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at iCantCUPodcast@gmail.com.