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Blaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access Weekly 9 College Radio ShowsBlaise dusts off some of his favorite interviews from his college days at The College of Saint Rose. Given all the chaos happening in the world why not have a couple of light hearted chats about wheelchair sports and writing. In March 2014 Blaise spoke with Joe Slaninka -- a person with Spina Bifida who is a multi-sport wheelchair athlete. Then we hear another chat from 2014 with John Evans -- a writer and poet who is blind. What was your favorite part about their blasts from the past? Share on Facebook @blaisinshows! Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share!2025-03-1230 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access Weekly 6 Paralympic Chat with Kevin Brousard# Blaise brings back another blast from the past! In August 2016 Blaise talked with then paralympian Kevin Brousard, who also worked for the US Association for Blind Athletes teaching blind sports. What stood out from this chat? Share on Facebook @blaisinshows. Make sure to rate, review, subscribe, and share the show!Read transcript2025-02-1427 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 277 Football Disability TriviaBlaise is back with a fresh game of trivia! Samantha Longo (AKA Mom), an Orientation and Mobility Instructor, takes her best guesses about NFL players with disabilities. You also won't want to miss some of their epic stories. How well would you have done? Let Blaise know on Facebook @blaisinshows. Make sure to rate, review, subscribe, and share the show with your friends! https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/discover/artifacts/tom-dempsey-shoe-spotlight-092515 Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast...2025-02-1123 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 273 Trump's Disability DisasterBlaise slams President Trump for wanting to freeze federal funding and reacts to Trump's comments blaming DEI initiatives. Do you agree? Let Blaise know on Facebook @blaisinshows, subscribe, and rate/review! Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/cea43a18-9392-42c1-8ab6-7a091b662a0dRead transcript2025-01-3111 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 268 CDPA Trivia and Other NewsBlaise shares a blast from the past for Trivia Tuesday with Max Rodriguez, Manager of Government Affairs with the Center for Disability Rights. Blaise also explains his radio silence last week and shares some other exciting show news! Share your thoughts on Facebook @blaisinshows! Make sure to rate, review, subscribe, and share the show! Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/34d6b981-45de-472a-a041-9fc5582ad58cRead transcript2025-01-2114 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 267 Mental Health and ResolutionsIs it good for your mental health to set new years resolutions? Blaise answers this question on today's Mental Health Monday. What resolutions have you made? How are they going so far? Share with Blaise on Facebook @blaisinshows. Rate, review, subscribe, share, and support the show at blaisinshows.com. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/4e37229c-c7cf-4eba-b5c8-b14ab7837163Read transcript2025-01-1304 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 260 Flash Friday Debut Blaise debuts a new Flash Friday segment. Articles are linked here in the show notes. What did you think of the new segment? Share your thoughts with Blaise, subscribe, rate/review, and support the show at blaisinshows.com   Marissa Bode Calls Out Internet Trolls Using Disability as a Punchline   https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/whd/whd20241203   Not All Disabled People Ate Turkey on Thanksgiving   Disabled Theatre Artists Deserve Better Pathways into the Industry Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us yo...2024-12-0604 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 245 Election ReactionBlaise reacts to Kamala Harris losing to former President Trump in last year's election. How are you feeling? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, share, and support the show! https://www.blaisinshows.com/ Fb/X @blaisinshows Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/b9bfb79c-56cc-4383-b6e3-9c0f56ff7763Read transcript2024-11-0609 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' access 243 Exercise, Serotonin, and Election StressIn less than eight minutes Blaise talks about the importance of exercise and serotonin, managing your mood during the time change, and election stress. What is helping you get through this extremely stressful time? Share it with Blaise on Facebook/X @blaisin shows! Rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about the Blaisin' Access Podcast! Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/1299b803-1045-424c-ba82-ee259633258fRead transcript2024-11-0407 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 242 Sterling Signs Off# Blaise wraps up the week by thanking John Sterling for being his eyes so he can follow the Yankees. What do you think? Let Blaise know on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Read transcript2024-11-0104 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 241 Blind Referee and a Trump PresidencyHappy Halloween! On today's show Blaise talks about wearing a blind referee costume and discusses why a Trump presidency is scarier than any Halloween costume or decoration if you are a disabled person or other minority. How do you feel? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and share the show! We're on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/9bc3d873-296c-48af-b043-8e80329836c1Read transcript2024-10-3108 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 240 Our AbilityAs a preview of Blaisin' Access Weekly Blaise shares part of his conversation with John Robinson, Founder and CEO of Our Ability. The organization helps disabled people find jobs. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, share, and get social on Facebook, X, and YouTube @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/b2c60d16-0e20-46e9-9469-a1f7549fb756Read transcript2024-10-3005 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 238 Socialization and Serotonin# Blaise talks about the importance of socialization to help with happiness. What do you do to stay connected with people? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and share! Get social on Facebook, X, and YouTube @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-10-2805 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 234 Spina Bifida Awareness TriviaFor today's Trivia Tuesday Blaise is joined by Julia Duff, Exec. Director of the Spina Bifida Association of NYS. What did you learn about Spina Bifida during this awareness month segment? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and support the show! More info and to get in touch with the Spina Bifida Association of NYS: https://sbanys.org/ Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/2119e33d-d1b5-4cc8-bd54-cdad922ff45f2024-10-2218 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 230 Presidential Candidates Ignoring Disabled VotersAre you feeling ignored by the presidential candidates? Chances are you're not alone. Blaise talks about a Rutgers University report showing just how much of an issue this is and why it's a systemic reality which needs to be changed. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. https://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/voters-disabilities-feeling-presidential-candidates-114778552 Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/63c906da-d8...2024-10-1604 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 228 Facing Your FearsWrapping up the week Blaise talks about how he's faced his fear of dealing with broken glass and what helps him face his fears. What fear do you have that you want to get over? Let Blaise know on Facebook/X @blaisinshows, subscribe on your favorite podcast app, and rate/review the show! **Programming note: Blaise is off for the next two weeks. He'll be back on Tuesday, October 15th. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast...2024-09-2703 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 226 The Power of Braille# Blaise talks about getting his braille display back and how this will allow him to be more independent. What assistive device or technology allows you to live a more productive life? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-09-2503 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 224 Seasonal Affective DisorderFor today's Mental Health Monday Blaise talks about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and what you can do to manage its impact. If you have SAD what helps you? Let Blaise know on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Make sure you rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/4690384c-9c3f-4b6a-a55f-5621b11d5995Read transcript2024-09-2303 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' access 221 Braille E-Readers at LibrariesOn today's podcast Blaise talks about getting abraille reader for downloading books, which can also be used as a braille display for using a computer or smartphone. Do disability-servicing libraries offer this in your neck of the woods? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/638b901f-ca6c-48f3-8cea-b137e6384ac0Read transcript2024-09-1805 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 220 Erin Plays Service Animal TriviaIt's a family affair for today's Trivia Tuesday. Blaise is joined by his awesome wife Erin, who had Flash and Victor as her lifelines. What stood out to you? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/3c387057-13a0-48d6-a448-34a77072c1bcRead transcript2024-09-1713 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 219 Peer ConnectionsFor today's Mental Health Monday Blaise talks about the importance of utilizing peer connections to help you live a better life. Listen to his story about how they help him. How much do you value the relationship of peers? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/64874a93-05f0-499f-b107-b69fd6f8d9c1Read transcript2024-09-1605 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 216 9/11 Reflections and Travel# Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the World Trade Center terrorist attacks. Blaise talks about where he was and how since 9/11 traveling, especially as a disabled person, is more difficult. Where were you when the world stop turning? Let Blaise know, subscribe/rate/review, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-09-1104 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 212 Combining OlympicsOn today's show Blaise makes the case for combining the Olympics and the Paralympics. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcast Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blaisin-access-podcast/73f618c4-6c2a-402f-8243-4cb65f802d26Read transcript2024-09-0503 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 208 Finding Your VoiceWrapping up the week, Blaise talks about finding your voice in advocacy and adapting your approach. What helps you? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-08-3003 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 206 Walz Family MomentIf you paid any attention to the Democratic National Convention you probably heard about a beautiful moment when the VP nominee Tim Walz was speaking. It involves his 17-year-old son Guss who has nonverbal disabilities. Blaise reacts to how this was framed, shares some thoughts from a Disability Rights Advocate, and rips the internet. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-08-2806 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 204 Rest of Year GoalsCan you believe we're almost to the last third of 2024? Blaise talks about the importance of manifesting what you want to accomplish the rest of this year? What are your end of 2024 goals? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-2602 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 203 Harris Walz Disability and Engagement DirectorBlaise wraps up the week by talking about the Harris-Walz campaign hiring a Disability and Education Director: Anastasia Somoza. What do you think of Blaise's take? Let him know, subscribe, rate/review, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Read more about Anastasia Somoza here: https://www.nyc.gov/site/civicengagement/about/bios/anastasia-somoza.page Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-2303 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 200 Life Changed with a FlashBlaise wasn't able to get a Trivia Tuesday guest. Instead he talks about how his first seeing eye dog Flash changed his life exactly ten years ago. If you have a service animal how have they impacted your life? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-2004 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 199 GlimmeringOn today's Mental Health Monday Blaise talks about glimmering. What makes you glimmer? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. https://www.newportinstitute.com/resources/mental-health/what-are-glimmers/#:~:text=Glimmers%20are%20small%20moments%20of%20pleasure%20that%20arise%20from%20the,anxiety%2C%20and%20improving%20your%20mood. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-1902 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 198 A New ShowBlaise talks about a new weekly show he's starting and how the disability pride chats were the inspiration. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-1603 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 197 LGBTQ+ Students and DisabilityWhat is the relationship between students who are LGBTQ+ and have a disability vs. students who are straight? What other barriers exist? Blaise talks all about this on today's show. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. https://www.yahoo.com/news/30-lgbtq-students-diagnosed-disability-143000015.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJLa7qr7lz4PqOo6zlc65Kln8dZ1kJMK4EW50MIrefV12N1J6zncRoXiPxNkWISX9NFrFB7bq0eWf0pblNvKF5BSFfJbSNdQ6vpTrDU9pNRBXbuXUTq6i3YBq3x4QQwiWSLm5p9cz8XFf1KKv_xZW5...2024-08-1503 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 195 Denise DiNoto Plays Disability TriviaDo you know what happened exactly six months ago? Disability Rights Advocate Denise DiNoto joined Blaise for a game of trivia. As Blaise is still catching up on things he decided to bring back this episode. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-08-1307 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 194 Checking InWhat have you done this summer to take care of your mental health? Blaise talks about a recent vacation, tips for planning them, and how you recharge. Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-08-1202 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 193 Larissa Martin and Disability PrideAuthor and award-winning Disability Rights Advocate Larissa Martin joins Blaise for a conversation about traveling, employment, and much more! Check out and support Larissa's work: https://www.larissaswriting.com/ What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-0931 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 191 Micah Ranquist and Disability LanguageOn today's show one of Blaise's frequent guests Micah Ranquist stops by for a conversation about language. In what ways is language most important to you? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-0837 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 191 Melanie Hecker and Disability Pride TriviaFor this week's trivia segment Blaise chats with one of his favorite Disability Rights Advocates Melanie Hecker. They talk about disability pride, the youth movement, share some stories, and of course play some trivia. What stood out to you from their chat? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-0731 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 190 Hochul's Homecare RacketOne thing about Blaise is he's an equal opportunist when it comes to criticizing political parties. Today he discusses Democrating NY Governor Kathy Hochul's disgusting remarks about the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program being a "racket". What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe on your favorite podcast app, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-0605 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 189 Covid and Disability ReflectionsBlaise is back after an unplanned week off. For today's Mental Health Monday he reflects on his experience at the National Council on Independent Living Conference and why he's more determined than ever to stand up to injustice. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Notes go here Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-08-0506 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 188 Amanda Davis Disability PrideHappy 34th Birthday to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Today Blaise talks with Amanda Davis, an attorney with the Independent Consumer Advocacy Network which helps disabled people get the home care they are entitled to. What stood out to you from their conversation? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows.Read transcript2024-07-2634 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 185 Disability Pride SeriesTo wrap up the week Blaise promotes a series of disability pride conversations you won't want to miss. Tune in to get a sense of what next week has in store. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-1902 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin Access 183 Climate Change and Disability Justice# Have you ever thought of climate change as a disability justice issue? Today Blaise talks about the need for people with disabilities to be more involved in emergency preparedness. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and support the Disability Pride fund drive at blaisinshows.com.Read transcript2024-07-1706 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 182 Shameka Andrews Disability Trivia# Shameka Andrews is an advocate, author, business consultant, and much more. She talks with Blaise about all of her roles, life as a multi-marginalized person, and of course some disability trivia. What stood out to you from their chat? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and if you can support the Disability Pride pledge drive at blaisinshows.com.Read transcript2024-07-1620 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 181 Focus on AgreeingIn light of this past weekend's attempted assassination of former President Trump, Blaise focuses today's Mental Health Monday on the need for us to find common ground while being open to differing perspectives. What will you do to be more open-minded? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-1506 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 180 The Metaperk# To wrap up the week Blaise shares the positive impact of a new, mainstream gadget. What feature stands out to you? Let Blaise know, subscribe, rate/review, and support the Disability Pride Pledge Drive at blaisinshows.com.Read transcript2024-07-1204 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 179 AI for the BlindOn today's episode Blaise talks about an app he uses called Aira to help him get information from a sighted person. They have introduced some cool pilot programs, primarily around AI. What do you think about AI? Let Blaise know, subscribe, support the Disability Pride Pledge Drive at blaisinshows.com, or get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Build AI Program: https://aira.io/aira-launches-build-ai-and-invites-explorers-to-join/ Wearables Pilot Program: https://aira.io/new-wearables-pilot/ Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-1105 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 178 Accessible VotingOn today's show Blaise talks about the importance of making sure disabled people are able to exercise their right to vote. What do you think? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. If you can, please consider donating to the Disability Pride pledge drive at blaisinshows.com. Thank you for your support! Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-1003 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 177 Alex Thompson Disability TriviaFor this week's Trivia Tuesday Blaise is joined by his good friend Alex Thompson: Director of Advocacy with the NY Association on Independent Living. What stood out to you from their chat? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-0915 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 176 Assistive Tech AnxietyOn today's show Blaise talks about the anxiety of purchasing a gadget to help with his independence, caused by customer service hell. Have you had a similar experience? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get in touch on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. ** $260 raised for the Disability Pride pledge drive. If you are able to make a donation to support the cause that'd be great! You can make a safe, secure donation on blaisinshows.com. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-0805 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 174 What Does Independence Mean to YouOn the eve of Independence Day Blaise talks about the need to celebrate progress while advocating for disability rights. What does independence mean to you? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and get social on Facebook/X @blaisinshows. Throughout July Blaise is raising money to continue bringing you quality, accessible content. If you are able to support the show in any way please consider a donation at blaisinshows.com. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-0304 minBlaisin\' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access PodcastBlaisin' Access 172 Disability PrideHappy Disability Pride Month! Blaise talks about the relationship between better mental health and disability pride. What does disability pride mean to you? Let Blaise know, subscribe, and contribute to the Blaisin' Access pledge drive at blaisinshows.com. Support Blaisin' Access Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blaisin-access-podcastRead transcript2024-07-0104 min