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Struggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIWhy Direct Mail Fails Without Digital Support and How Vedda Boost Fixes It with Phil VeddaIn this special episode of Struggles presented by NCBI, Chris Inman sits down with Phil Vedda of Vedda Printing to break down why traditional direct mail often underperforms and how pairing it with digital advertising changes the outcome.Phil explains the real problem with one impression marketing and why most direct mail campaigns fail to convert on their own. He introduces Vedda Boost, a strategy designed to extend a single mailed piece into multiple digital impressions across platforms while keeping the audience and call to action consistent.The conversation covers what types of businesses benefit...
2026-02-0308 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIHow Vic Ing Built Sales Confidence and Got Clients Calling FirstStruggles presented by NCBI welcomes Vic Ing, founder of Viking Sales Consultants, to share how he went from struggling with sales uncertainty to becoming a confident consultant getting clients to call him first. Vic breaks down the real mindset shifts and sales fundamentals that helped him win business consistently. We dig into sold-out networking, overcoming rejection, consultative selling, and the tools he uses to stay focused even when the pipeline gets shaky.If you’re a business owner or sales professional who’s tired of chasing leads and wants a repeatable path to contract wins, Vic’s story...
2026-01-2016 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIWhen Banks Say No, I Say Maybe: Navigating Financing Struggles with Dana KorosiWhen traditional banks say no, where do business owners turn next?In this episode of Struggles presented by NCBI, Brian Butkowski sits down with Dana Korosi of Riverstone Capital Consultants to unpack the real struggles business owners face when trying to secure financing. Dana shares what happens behind the scenes when deals fall apart at the bank level and how storytelling, creativity, and experience can open doors others close.With over 17 years in commercial finance, Dana explains why strong credit, realistic expectations, and clean financials matter more than most owners realize. From real estate deals...
2026-01-0618 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIStaying Focused on Your Mission with Chris InmanIn this episode of Struggles, presented by NCBI, Chris Inman sits down to share a real conversation about one of the hardest parts of running a business: staying focused on your mission while the world throws opportunities, distractions, and shiny objects at you. Chris opens up about his early years in video production, from working on sports broadcasts to managing large corporate shoots, and the moment he realized the path he was on no longer aligned with the life he wanted. He talks about the turning point that forced him to rethink everything — including how he wanted to...
2025-12-2313 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIInvesting in Innovation: How Vedda Printing Is Disrupting the IndustryIn this episode of Struggles presented by NCBI, host John Carpenter sits down with Phil Vedda, third-generation leader of Vedda Printing, to talk about the bold decisions behind investing in new technology — even when it’s not the “safe” choice. Phil shares how his team is embracing a revolutionary new inkjet press, why betting on yourself matters, and how modern print innovations can actually lower costs while raising quality.They discuss the pressures of running a family business, navigating big purchases in a changing economy, and leading with confidence when adopting cutting-edge tools. From behind-the-scenes teasers to open-hou...
2025-11-1212 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIFinding Intentional Success: From Corporate Burnout to Purposeful Leadership with Janelle BernheimerIn this episode of Struggles presented by the North Coast Business Initiative (NCBI), host John Carpenter sits down with business coach and advisor Janelle Burnheimer to explore what it means to live and lead with intention. After nearly two decades in corporate finance, Janelle made the bold decision to step away from burnout and redefine success on her own terms.She shares her journey of becoming more intentional—balancing family, health, and business—and how she now helps other leaders and entrepreneurs find alignment between their personal vision and professional goals. Together, Jon and...
2025-10-2926 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIEliminating Pain Through Purpose: Dan Cullen’s Journey from Athlete to HealerIn this episode of Struggles, presented by NCBI, host Brian Butkowski sits down with Dan Cullen, owner of More To Give Fitness, to discuss how he helps people eliminate chronic pain and injury through advanced stretching techniques.Dan shares his personal journey from competitive athlete to pain-relief specialist after discovering a unique approach that traditional healthcare couldn’t offer. From helping clients avoid surgeries to relieving migraines and scoliosis, his story highlights the power of movement, standards, and purpose-driven work.Listen as Dan reveals:The difference between his st...
2025-10-1509 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIBig Swings: Three Entrepreneurs on Leaps, Lessons & What It Really TakesEntrepreneurship is full of big swings. In this NCBI panel, three owners at different stages share the leap they took, the struggles they faced, and the systems and teams that helped them grow. Guests: Amy Mucha (Daisy Pops), Marvin Montgomery Jr. (Kicks n’ Cuts), and Adam LaFaber (Digital Sandwich Agency). We cover leaving a stable job, starting during COVID, hiring and delegation, building processes, handling failures and chargebacks, pricing/legitimacy checks, and the mindset shift from “doing it all” to leading a team. You’ll leave with practical ideas—and honest encouragemen...
2025-09-2455 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBISurviving Recession, Lawsuits, and a Pandemic — with Lisa HollyIn this episode of Struggles, presented by NCBI, Lisa Holly shares her powerful story of resilience through nearly two decades of business ownership. From inheriting her family’s moving company after a sudden loss, to navigating one of the worst recessions since the 1940s, to surviving a three-year lawsuit without employee liability insurance, Lisa’s journey is filled with lessons for every entrepreneur.You’ll hear:● The emotional day she took over the business and gave her team a choice to “fight” or walk away● How a recession forced her to hire a business coach and reth...
2025-09-1012 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIFrom Setbacks to Success: Debbie Metzger’s Journey in Retail Lease AdvisingIn this episode of Struggles, presented by NCBI, Brian Butkowski sits down with Debbie Metzger, founder of Metzger Retail Lease Advisors. Debbie shares her remarkable journey through decades in the retail real estate industry, from working with major Cleveland developers to launching her own firm after a sudden career setback.She reveals:● How unexpected job losses led her to entrepreneurship● The unique way she helps small businesses and franchisees navigate intimidating retail leases● Real client success stories, including first-time business owners and complex negotiations● Why she believes in educating clients rather than billing...
2025-08-1311 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIAvoiding Top Marketing Mistakes: Shiny Object Syndrome, Strategy Commitment, and Effective Follow-Up our NCBI February LuncheonWelcome to Struggles: Navigating Challenges, Together – the podcast dedicated to exploring the common hurdles entrepreneurs face across all industries and discovering strategies to overcome them. Whether you're grappling with scaling challenges, navigating business struggles, or looking for leadership tips and financial management advice, this podcast offers a wealth of real-world stories, expert insights, and practical solutions. Join host Sarah Blasey as she converses with industry experts and seasoned entrepreneurs, uncovering the keys to turning obstacles into opportunities.In each episode, we delve deep into relevant topics such as entrepreneurship, business struggles, and effective management practices, providing you wi...
2025-03-1215 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIThe Struggles of Finding Venture Capital with Quinn OrloffPodcast Description: Struggles: Navigating Challenges, TogetherWelcome to "Struggles: Navigating Challenges, Together," the ultimate podcast for entrepreneurs seeking to overcome the common struggles of business life. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your enterprise, this podcast offers invaluable insights into the hurdles that entrepreneurs across all industries face. Each episode features real-world stories, expert insights, and practical solutions to help you navigate your entrepreneurial journey successfully.Join host Chris Inman as he sits down with industry leaders, innovative startups, and business veterans to discuss the most pressing issues in entrepreneurship...
2024-11-2712 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIEntrepreneurship Struggles: Overcoming Capital ChallengesPodcast Description: Struggles: Navigating Challenges, TogetherAre you an entrepreneur facing the daily grind of running a business? Welcome to Struggles: Navigating Challenges, Together, the podcast that delves deep into the common hurdles entrepreneurs encounter across all industries. From financial management woes to scaling a business and leadership tips, we uncover real-world stories, expert insights, and practical solutions to help you navigate your path to success.In this episode of Struggles, Brian Butkowski of NCBI and guest Howie Gross discuss the financial struggles and challenges common in the entrepreneurial journey. Howie emphasizes that...
2024-11-1311 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIOvercoming the Struggle of Effective Employee RecognitionWelcome to Struggles: Navigating Challenges, Together — the podcast designed for entrepreneurs who are ready to tackle the common obstacles faced across all industries. Hosted by Chris Inman, each episode features real-world stories, expert insights, and practical solutions aimed at helping you overcome the hurdles on your business journey. Whether you're facing scaling challenges, grappling with leadership dilemmas, or managing financial planning, our podcast offers the tools and motivation you need to succeed.Tune in to hear from seasoned entrepreneurs, business experts, and thought leaders who share their experiences and actionable advice. Let's navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship an...
2024-10-2312 minStruggles: Entrepreneur Challenges & Small Business Stories presented by NCBIStruggles: Navigating Challenges, Together!!Welcome to the first episode of "Struggles," presented by NCBI and hosted by Chris Inman with I.D.E.A. Cleveland and John Carpenter with Snelling Hospitality. In this introductory episode, Chris and John discuss the purpose of the podcast, which aims to help business owners navigate the various struggles they face. The hosts touch upon the importance of learning from both personal and others' failures to achieve success. They also encourage listener participation, inviting them to share their own struggles and questions, which will be addressed by experts from the NCBI community in future ep...
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Talking Technology with V I LabsTalking Technology Podcast Episode 42 – new features for Seeing AI, new Team members for NCBI Labs, and new courses for youSeeing AI 5.2 has been released providing competition for Be My AI. We try out the new features to see how it all works. We meet Giorgia Paccagnin, the latest addition to the NCBI Labs training team in Dublin. She tells us about how she’s found her first week exploring the world of assistive technology. Denis and Dereck tell us about the latest courses from NCBI Labs, and Dereck also makes his debut as our Talking Technology Newsreader. Support the show
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Advocacy Talks with Vision IrelandNCBI Podcast chats with mam behind Pedal for Grace, Mary O'Sullivan#NCBIPodcast meets Mary O’Sullivan from Kerry, mum to Grace (aged 12) who has Stargardt disease which largely affects her central vision. She highlights how Grace uses her Assistive Technology to thrive in school and recalls the huge community support received during their Pedal for Grace fundraising event that raised over €20k for NCBI. If you liked this podcast, please subscribe on your favourite podcast platform and subscribe to the NCBI YouTube channel and like, comment on, or share our content!If you want to learn more about the work NCBI does with children and young peopl...
2023-01-1915 minTalking Technology with V I LabsTalking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 22 – Celebrating World Braille Day, Labs Virtual Training CoursesOn the show this week, and in celebration of World Braille Day on 4th January, we host a panel discussion with several experienced braille users who speak about their lives with braille and share with us their top braille device recommendations. We’re also joined by Lina Kouzi and Rebecca Curtis from the Library & Media Centre at NCBI to find out about LEGO Braille Bricks toolkits being sent to teachers and early years educators in schools right across the country as an invaluable resource for learning braille.Have you ever thought about learning braille? Would you like to...
2023-01-101h 07Talking Technology with V I LabsTalking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 17 – Celebrating BrailleFor nearly 200 years, the tactile reading system of Braille has enabled people of all ages that are blind or vision impaired to read and write. Yet in an age where synthetic speech and audiobooks are widely available, just how relevant is Braille in the modern world? Where can someone learn Braille and what sort of Braille products are available to those who read it?In celebration of National Braille Week and World Sight Day taking place this month, this episode of Talking Technology explores these questions and more.On the show we welcome a panel...
2022-10-251h 10Talking Technology with V I LabsTalking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 15 – Exploring the Auth0 Identity Provider and Highlights from Apple’s ‘Far Out’ Product Launch EventOn the show this week our attention first turns to Identity Providers (IDPs), which are used to store and verify user identity. Vittorio Bertocci is a Principal Architect for the Identity Provider Auth0 and joins us on the show to tell how this technology works and how Auth0 came to provide accessible logins for a number of NCBI’s platforms including www.ncbi.ie and the myNCBI SmartHub on Alexa and Google Home. Vittorio also tells us about a brand-new type of login credential called a Passkey. A replacement for passwords, Passkeys are faster to sign in with, easier to...
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Acting LocallyEp 9 - NCBI In this episode we have three guests, all involved with the NCBI:Angela Slattery manages the NCBI shop in Claremorris.Róisín Lehihan is an NCBI service user, and also volunteers in the Claremorris store.Deirdre Deverill became an NCBI service user after losing her sight at the aged of 60.You can find the NCBI shop on Chapel Lane in Claremorris, or contact them on 087 139 43 33or claremorris.retail@ncbi.ie.---Get in touch with us...
2022-09-1727 minTalking Technology with V I LabsTalking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 13 – Exploring the rise of voice-activation technology with Cation Consulting and Introducing NCBI Live Online RadioIn this week’s episode of Talking Technology we speak to Alan Kiernan, the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cation Consulting. Based in Dublin, Cation develops software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Alan tells us about the work Cation did to develop the myNCBI SmartHub, their work with other organisations, and how voice-activation is changing our day-to-day lives.Next our attention turns to the recent launch of NCBI Live, Ireland’s first radio station for blind and vision-impaired listeners. Broadcasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, NCBI Live draws on the best of NCBI’s most...
2022-08-1044 minTalking Technology with V I LabsTalking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 9 – Introducing the myNCBI SmartHubOn the show today we are delighted to introduce listeners to the myNCBI SmartHub. Launching today on Global Accessibility Awareness Day, the myNCBI SmartHub is an Alexa Skill and Google Action that facilitates direct communications with NCBI, bringing NCBI services and content into the homes of people with sight loss through an affordable smart speaker.From finding out about the range of services offered by NCBI, to booking appointments or listening to your favourite audiobooks or newspapers, Chief Technology Officer Kyran O’Mahoney and SmartHub Project Manager Adela Buliman tell you everything you need to know about ho...
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2022-02-1639 minAdvocacy Talks with Vision IrelandNCBI Podcast: NCBI Board member Tony Murray#NCBIpodcast chats with Tony Murray who credits NCBI for helping ensure he had an active and enjoyable childhood along with his sighted siblings. Tony, an IT specialist and current Board member of NCBI, is delighted his current employer The Central Bank is such a proactive inclusive employer as he can see it benefits all staff and prospective employees with disabilities.Support the show
2021-12-2126 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 51On this Live Event Special we find out about Microsoft Soundscape, an app that assists those who are blind or vision impaired to explore the world around them through a 3D audio experience.As the next step on the journey to enabling a more accessible Ireland for all, Microsoft Ireland announced the availability of Soundscape on iOS on Tuesday 3rd August. NCBI are thrilled to partner with Microsoft for the launch and celebrate their 51st Labs Live Event with a special edition of Microsoft Soundscape.The Live Event includes...
2021-08-031h 27Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 49In this Live Event we are joined by NCBI’s Chief Technology Officer Kyran O’Mahoney to find out about the latest developments of the NCBI SmartHub. When available, the Smart Hub will provide a means of receiving information about NCBI and availing of essential services through your smart speaker.We will also be Joined by David Nason who will tell us all about Airtags, Apple's GPS Trackers often used in keyrings and suitcases to locate property. On Meet the Team we chat with Aoife Watson from NCBI's Advocacy Department.Support the show
2021-07-191h 05Advocacy Talks with Vision IrelandLina Kouzi, of NCBI Library and Media Centre#NCBIpodcast chats to Lina Kouzi, of NCBI Library and Media Centre about NCBI's Library and its vital role in the lives of service users for over 90 years. Lina explains what it entails to make local, national and international publications accessible, whether through Braille, audio, digital or large prints. She explains why there has been a significant increase in people joining the NCBI library in recent years and how the NCBI library was the only library in Ireland that remained open throughout the Covid19 pandemic.Support the show
2021-07-0722 minAdvocacy Talks with Vision IrelandNCBI CEO Chris White discusses the new NCBI Strategic Plan 'Your Ambition Our Mission 2021-2023'#NCBIpodcast NCBI CEO Chris White discusses the new NCBI Strategic Plan 'Your Ambition Our Mission 2021-2023' and how timely it is given NCBI is celebrating 90years since its founding in 1931. He outlines how the organisation intends to evolve more to ensure it becomes more responsive and engaged with people living with sight loss as well as informing and challenging public services to be more accessible and understanding so society becomes more inclusive. Support the show
2021-06-0313 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 39In this Live Event we explore the area of accessibility with Microsoft. What are some of latest accessibility features in Windows 10 and Microsoft Office for someone who is blind or has low vision? How exactly does Artificial Intelligence work and how is it being used to make products more accessible for people with sight loss? Joining us this week to help answer these questions is Stephen Howell, Accessibility Lead for diversity and inclusion with Microsoft Ireland. If would you like to reach out to Stephen with your accessibility queries or suggestions you can email him at stephen.h...
2021-03-301h 22Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 38On this Live Event we explore the Google Lookout App on Android that is designed for people who are blind or have low-vision. This free app has similar features to the popular Seeing AI app on iOS such as the ability to read text, explore surroundings, and identify products and currency. We find out about new features introduced in the latest version of Google Lookout and its new accessible design that makes the app more compatible with the Android screen reader, TalkBack.We also find out about the speak keyboard input aloud tool available on certain Android...
2021-03-231h 02Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 37On this Live Event we take time to explore the area of accessible gaming. What are some of the best games out there for someone who is blind or partially sighted, and how can we stay up to date with the latest news and developments in this area? To find out more we will be joined by Darwin Gaffney and Iain Strachan who recently founded the RNIB Vision Impaired gaming group. Darwin and Iain will be telling us about their own love of gaming and how you can get involved in this new VI gaming group. On M...
2021-03-161h 03Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 36On this Live Event we will be checking out the new NCBI website. Designed to be fully accessible to all users, the new site provides information on all NCBI services across the country as well as latest news and podcast releases. It contains several new and exciting features that we are really looking forward to telling you about. We will be talking about the BlindShell mobile phone, an easy-to-use mobile phone that combines a physical keyboard with a fully functional screen reader. We will also be finding out about the new version of the TalkBack sc...
2021-03-0958 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 35On this Live Event we will be joined by Dr. Craig Moore who is a engineer with a vision impairment working at NASA in Washington D.C.Working at NASA for over 30 years, Dr. Moore is involved in the development of software to monitor the safety of rockets and life support systems for long duration missions. He is currently part of a team working on the Space Launch System that is set to be the most powerful rocket NASA has ever built. We will be finding out about his pioneering research as well as the technology he...
2021-03-0254 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 34On this Live Event we will be joined by Saqib Shaikh, founder of the hugely popular Seeing AI app from Microsoft.Available in over 70 countries, Seeing AI is a free app created by Microsoft specifically for Apple iOS devices. Using the camera on an iPhone or iPad, the app harnesses the power of AI (Artificial Intelligence) to describe nearby surroundings, people, text, and objects. It can also help to identify products using a bar code scanner. Saqib will be telling us where the concept of Seeing AI came from, its key features, and what’s new in th...
2021-02-2352 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 33his week we will be joined by Breda Dowling from the NCBI shop to find out about a range of products for sale for people with sight loss. These products include everything from liquid level indicators to talking watches to accessible mobile phones. We will also be joined by Ah-Choi, Director of Social Impact at Dot Incorporation, to find out about the world’s first Braille smartwatch – the Dot Watch. Ah-Choi will be telling us about the latest version of the Dot Watch and its many features. On Meet the Team we will be joined by IT...
2021-02-1656 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 32From its beginnings in 2006, NVDA is now used in over 120 countries and has been translated into more than 50 languages. Using the power of NVDA means that people with sight loss can continue to be active members of the digital society, enjoying access to a range of online services, as well as education and employment opportunities.To find out more we will be joined by Quentin Christensen, Training and Support Manager with NV Access. Quentin will be telling us about the original inspiration behind NVDA, how it has evolved, latest updates, and much more.On Seeing...
2021-02-091h 04Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 31This week we will be finding out about an exciting new handheld tablet being developed by a tech startup called Field of Vision that will enable blind and vision impaired users to track and visualise sports matches through haptic feedback and touch. To learn more, we will be joined by the Omar Salem, Co-founder and Head of Engineering at Field of Vision.On Seeing It Your Way we speak with Laura Dempsey from Tallaght who tells us all about the technology she uses in her day to day life.Finally, on Meet the Team we...
2021-02-021h 00Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 30With many of our daily routines restricted due to the Covid-19 pandemic, this week we check out some of the different types of accessible fitness devices we can use, from smart wearable to smart speakers, to help us stay active and look after ourselves during these difficult times.We’ll be talking with Kristina Millar from Vision Sports Ireland to learn about the various services and supports they offer, and how you can get involved in some of their upcoming virtual fitness and mindfulness sessions too.We'll also be joined by Donnacha McCarthy who is a...
2021-01-2658 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 29This week we delve into the areas of online shopping and cyber security. Our guest speaker is Martin O’Sullivan, a cyber security expert, who will be talking us through some common security threats and sharing tips on how to stay safe online and protect your digital footprint. Dereck Carolan from the Labs team also shares with us some tips to remember when shopping online. On Meet the Team we speak with Sean Doran from the Labs team to hear all about his role in NCBI.Support the show
2021-01-191h 09Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 28In what will be our first live event of 2021, we will be discussing the different types of broadband offerings out there, how to get the best out of each one and how to overcome some of the more common issues that can arise. On Meet the Team we speak with Collyn Kenny from the Labs Team to hear all about his role with NCBI. Finally, on Seeing It Your Way, we meet with blind motivational speaker and comedian Robbie Forde from Dublin. Support the show
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Design Talk (dot IE)0026 - Design Thinking - Using JAWS; a workshop with NCBIShow-notes. “Using JAWS; a workshop with NCBI”Podcast 25-03-2021 – 13.00Title: 0026 – Using JAWS; a workshop with NCBISubtitle: Introducing JAWS, the PC screen reader, with Brian Manning and Sean Doran from the NCBILink:Season: 2Episode: 26Hosts: Allen Higgins Guests: Brian Manning Sean DornPost-Production:Ruth CampionAllen Higgins-----Welcome to Design TalkThis episode was recorded on Thursday 25th of March 2...
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Design Talk (dot IE)0025 - Design Thinking - iOS Gestures Workshop with NCBIShow-notes. “iOS Gestures Workshop with NCBI”Podcast 26-02-2021 – 13.00Title: 0025 – iOS Gestures Workshop with NCBISubtitle: A workshop for accessible iPhone use with Miriam Kelly and Sean DoranLink:Season: 2Episode: 25Hosts: Allen Higgins Guests: Sean DornMiriam KellyPost-Production:Ruth CampionAllen Higgins-----READY CHECK ☐ Press the big RED button! [RECORD]Ask everyone to check their mic is active a...
2021-01-0526 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 26Over the last few years and particularly throughout these Covid restrictions, streaming devices have become an increasingly common option for watching TV. This week our conversation turns to accessibility features on streaming devices such as the Amazon Firestick, Apple TV, and the new Chromecast with Google TV.On Meet the Team we speak with Áine O’Rourke from the NCBI Labs Team.Support the show
2020-12-011h 10Advocacy Talks with Vision IrelandGroup of NCBI Cork based service users chat about the enjoyment, friendship and virtual NCBI clubsThis group of NCBI Cork based service users chat about the enjoyment, friendship and sharing to be had through the variety of virtual NCBI clubs they avail of. Whether it’s discussing a novel in the Book Club, the latest gadget in Technology Club or sharing an issue in the Peer Support Group – it’s this participation and camaraderie that is helping them through Covid19. Support the show
2020-11-2424 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 25This week our conversation turns to learning how to touch type and what you need to know about the upcoming Black Friday sales.Touch typing can be one of the most important and useful computer skills to learn as it eliminates the need to look at the keyboard. This is especially true for anyone using a screen reader. To find out more, IT Trainer Miriam Kelly is joining us this week to tell us about virtual touch typing courses she is running that may be of interest to you.With Black Friday fast approaching, we...
2020-11-241h 10Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 24This week we are delighted to welcome to the Live Event Javier Pita, CEO of Spanish-based tech company NaviLens. We’ll be finding out from Javier all about this company’s innovate new variation of QR codes and its many applications, including as a navigation system for people with sight loss.On Meet the Team we speak with IT Trainer Mary Byrne who works with NCBI’s Children’s Services team.Support the show
2020-11-171h 13Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 23This week we explore the many features of The Connect 12 from Humanware – a lightweight portable CCTV that combines a high-performance digital magnifier with the versatility of a tablet. We speak with Hilary Devlin to hear all about how she uses this popular device in her role as Eye Clinic Liaison Officer with NCBI.On Meet the Team we speak with IT Trainer Seamus Brett.Support the show
2020-11-101h 09Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 21This week on Meet the Team we will be welcoming Denis Nolan, NCBI's Technology Training Manager. From time to time we all come across a PDF document that isn’t as accessible as it should be. This week we will be discussing how this can happen and what can be done to make these PDF files accessible to all users. We speak about the latest Tech News and releases on the rundown to ChristmasSupport the show
2020-10-271h 04Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 20This week we are joined by NCBI Chief Technology Officer Kyran O’Mahoney to find out about the development of the NCBI SmartHub, which will enable people with sight loss to access essential NCBI services and information through affordable smart devices such as the Amazon Echo and Google Home. We will also be joined by IT Trainer Brian Manning to hear all about the Virtual Technology Clubs that are being run throughout the country and hear from several participants who are involved in these clubs.Support the show
2020-10-131h 12Advocacy Talks with Vision IrelandKyran O’Mahoney talks about being an awardee of Rethink and the development of the new NCBI Smart HubKyran O’Mahoney, NCBI Chief Technology Officer talks about NCBI being an awardee of Rethink Ireland funding curtesy of the Social Innovation Fund to develop the NCBI Smart Hub specifically designed to gather information on eye conditions and NCBI services using mainstream technology devices like Google Home and Amazon Alexa for people who are blind of vision impaired.Support the show
2020-10-0719 minAdvocacy Talks with Vision IrelandPaul Lynch of Crowe Ireland talks about his experience of recording audio books for NCBI service usersPaul Lynch of Crowe Ireland talks about his enjoyable and rewarding experience of recording audio books for NCBI service users as part of Crowe's corporate social responsibility partnership with NCBI and would recommend other companies to get involved too. Support the show
2020-08-2510 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 16This week we focus on Braille technology with a demonstration of the Focus 40, the BrailleNote Touch and the Orbit Reader 20.We are delighted to welcome to the live event Carol Byrne from the NCBI Library and Media Centre to tell us about the work the library is doing in relation to the production of Unified English Braille (UEB). Please follow the Link below to join the Live Event.NCBI Labs at email: labs@ncbi.ie. Also, as part of our Seeing It Your Way piece, we speak with Mark Kehoe who tells us...
2020-07-211h 26Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 15This week we will be discussing the Covid-19 Tracker app and have a member of the app’s Product Manager on the event to discuss the app and answer your questions. We would encourage you to download the app and we would like your feedback on how the app is working for you. If you have questions you would like to field to us for our Live Event, or have any comments about the app please NCBI Labs at email: labs@ncbi.ie. Also, as part of our Seeing It Your Way piece, we speak with...
2020-07-141h 35Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 14This week we explore screen magnification software focusing primarily on Dolphin SuperNova Magnifier & Speech, a product that enables people with visual impairment to independently access their computer for work, in education or in the home.We are delighted to welcome to the live event NCBI staff member Hilary Devlin who will give us an insight into how screen magnification software including SuperNova has helped her in her own job role. We are also delighted to welcome to the live event Stuart Lawler for our Seeing It Your Way segment. Stuart will be discussing with us h...
2020-07-071h 29Advocacy Talks with Vision IrelandNCBI trained advocate, Helena MollaghanNCBI trained advocate, Helena Mollaghan, shares her experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic covering topics such as social distancing, awareness and shopping restrictions.Support the show
2020-06-2418 minAdvocacy Talks with Vision IrelandKyran O’Mahoney, NCBI Chief Technology OfficerKyran talks about his passion for technology and how he uses it in his everyday life to overcome his impaired vision. He brings this passion to his role in NCBI and talks about the breadth of technology support and online technology tutorials available to support people with sight loss in making technology work for them.Support the show
2020-05-1822 minAdvocacy Talks with Vision IrelandNCBI Podcast Episode 6 - Interview Alan Breathnach CSOAlan Breathnach, NCBI Chief Services Officer speaks about how NCBI and it's staff have responded and adapted services to the Covid19 crisis and its legacy will be the provision of more of NCBI services being offered remotely either by phone or online.Support the show
2020-05-0712 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 5In this Podcast we were delighted to interview our Library and Media Centre manager Lina Kouzi on accessing and listening to audio books through NCBI BookShare and OverDrive.We demonstrated the Dolphin Easy Reader App using VoiceOver.In our Tech News section we discuss the new Apple Magic Keyboard, The 2020 Google Pixel Buds and Google & Apple's Covid-19 Tracing App.We gave Part 1 of an overview of the Google Home Smart Speaker and how it can be integrated into your smart home.Note if you need any help to access the event...
2020-05-071h 21Advocacy Talks with Vision IrelandNCBI Podcast Episode 4 - Interview Vision AustrailaVision Australia Interview with NCBI: Kevin Kelly interviews Karen Knight Head of Client Services with Vision Australia to find out how Vision Australia are dealing with the Covid-19 health crisis.Support the show
2020-04-2915 minAdvocacy Talks with Vision IrelandNCBI Podcast Episode 3 - Interview Derek WalkerDerek Walker – Kevin Kelly interviews entrepreneur Derek Walker about his Natnoot business and how NCBI and others helped him on his sight loss journey.Support the show
2020-04-2140 minTalking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 3In this technology live event we covered the following:• NCBI Labs Overview • iOS Quick Tips using Voice Over• iOS v Android Accessibility Discussion If you would like any further information on NCBI Labs or have any feedback on our live events please contact labs@ncbi.ieSupport the show
2020-04-211h 19Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 2This is the second NCBI Labs Technology Live event broadcast on the 17th of April 2020.In this event we discussed the following:• NCBI Labs Technology Service Overview• Android Accessibility Overview• Talkback Quick Tips• Using Sky Go with Voice OverIf you would like further information on NCBI services we can be contacted at:https://www.ncbi.ie/technology/or email us labs@ncbi.ieSupport the show
2020-04-171h 17Talking Technology with V I LabsNCBI Labs Technology Live Event 1This was the first NCBI Labs Live Event that took place on Tuesday the 7th April 2020.It covered the following topics:NCBI Service OverviewNCBI Labs Technology Service OverviewiOS Accessibility Overview for iPhone & iPadSmart Devices – Alexa and Echo DotsIf you would like more information on the technology that supports people with sight loss email labs@ncbi.ie or visit us online:https://www.ncbi.ie/technology/Support the show
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The Gym Advisors Podcast#08 NCBI - Fitness and Exercise for People with Vision Impairment and Making Fitness Accessible for allAndy travelled to Glasnevin to visit the NCBI Resource Centre and definitely didn't forget to press record and miss the first 15 minutes of an intriguing chat.... Luckily, Maggie Richardson and James Flanagan were kind enough to our sheepish host and we got there in the end! We are delighted to announce our Partnership with the NCBI and sponsorship of the amazing Shapeshifters event that takes place in the National Sports Campus on May 29th.
2020-03-0429 minTalking Technology with V I LabsArchive-NCBI Technology Podcast-2018-8-AugustTechnology Podcast Episode 75: August 2018There are some changes on the way for our Technology Podcast and Stuart explains what’s happening.Sharon Lyons is along to continue her alphabet shortcuts series, this month we are exploring the letters L and M.We meet Dean Mills, who is actively using the Aira service in the UK, and gives us his first-hand experience.Eric Damery visited NCBI on July 13th and we bring you some highlights from his presentation.Stuart is joined by Sean Doran, a technology trainer at NCBI, who explains why we should move away from Microsoft Internet Ex...
2018-08-081h 39Talking Technology with V I LabsArchive-NCBI Technology Podcast-2018-7-JulyTechnology Podcast Episode 74: July 2018Lucy Greco is with Stuart to talk about the recent release of Dictation Bridge, a solution offering a free link between your screen reader and the Microsoft Speech Recognition, or Dragon Naturally Speaking systems.We have follow-up information regarding the availability of the FlickType app, which Dave Nason told us about last month.Stuart tells us about the Freedom Scientific seminar and huge giveaways, taking place at NCBI on July 13th.Rebecca Curtis from NCBI’s Library and Media service joins us to talk about the library’s production of Twin Vision books.Greg Stil...
2018-07-061h 26Talking Technology with V I LabsArchive-NCBI Technology Podcast-2018-6-JuneTechnology Podcast Episode 73: June 2018Amie Hynes Fitzpatrick is with Stuart to talk about our podcast’s sixth birthday and we announce a special birthday competition and prize, thanks to our friends in Fujitsu Ireland.Sharon Lyons is along to continue her alphabet shortcut series, this month, we’re learning how shortcuts for the letters G and H work.Dave Nason is with Stuart to talk about a new iOS app called FlickType, which will no doubt make touch screen text entry way easier.Finally, we catch up with Cormac Todd from Fujitsu Ireland and Amie Hynes Fitzpatrick from NCBI...
2018-06-0657 minTalking Technology with V I LabsArchive-NCBI Technology Podcast-2018-4-AprilTechnology Podcast Episode 71: April 2018If you ever wanted to skip quickly between sections of our podcast now you can with our new chapters functionality, which Stuart explains. We’re anxious to get your feedback if you think this is a useful addition to your listening experience.Anne Marie Costelloe from ChildVision’s Family Resource Centre joins Stuart to talk about a major assistive technology exhibition happening on May 9th and 10th, and jointly hosted by NCBI and ChildVision.Amie Hynes Fitzpatrick has re-launched a wonderful blog that she started in college, and she’s here to tell us all ab...
2018-04-0540 minTalking Technology with V I LabsArchive-NCBI Technology Podcast-2017-8-AugustTechnology Podcast Episode 63: August 2017We tell you how you can still participate in our up-coming seminar with VFO, even if you didn’t manage to get a ticket to attend the event.Amie Hynes Fitzpatrick is here to talk about the recently launched ViaOpta suite of apps, from Novartis.NCBI’s Junior MasterChef group bring us a very special report from our offices in Carrick-on-Shannon.Sharon Lyons is along to show us how to use Gmail with NVDA.Finally, Amie Hynes Fitzpatrick is back once again to tell us all about OrCam.Support the show
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2016-09-0752 minTalking Technology with V I LabsArchive-NCBI Technology Podcast-2016-7-JulyTechnology Podcast Episode 50: July 2016We’ve information on Freedom Scientific’s visit to NCBI which takes place on Friday July 22nd, and news on some offers that you will not want to miss!Saleem Rahman is here to discuss this year’s WWDC event, Apple’s World Wide Developers Conference, at which some exciting announcements were made. Much of what Saleem and Stuart discuss can be found in more detail in this article which was published on Applevis.NCBI’s Chris White, Rachel Sheridan, Rob Leonard, Aaron Mullaniff and Collyn Kenny are along to talk about our new website an...
2016-07-0648 minTalking Technology with V I LabsArchive-NCBI Technology Podcast-2016-2-FebruaryNCBI Technology Podcast February 2016Support the show
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