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Everyone on the planet needs air to survive. Bold Blind Beauty adopted the acronym A.I.R. (Access, Inclusion, and Representation) because it's essential for people with disabilities not only to survive but to thrive. Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. is clearing the air for more A.I.R. read less
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Replay: A Podcast Takeover with Bold Blind Beauty's Rising Stars
Apr 7 2024
Replay: A Podcast Takeover with Bold Blind Beauty's Rising Stars
Episode title and number: Replay: A Podcast Takeover with Bold Blind Beauty's Rising Stars 4-#4Summary of the show:In this special 'replay' edition of the Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. Podcast, interns take over to share their fresh perspectives and journey through the world of demystifying blindness, beauty, accessibility, and inclusivity. Featuring Dana Hinnant, Beauty Editor of Bold Blind Beauty, the episode explores the intersection of beauty with accessibility, the importance of representation, and pathways for people with disabilities in all industry levels. Co-hosts Ryan Maxwell, Christine Barosi, and Marta DeVito, delve into their backgrounds and aspirations, contributing to a conversation that highlights the significance of beauty for everyone, including individuals with visual impairments. Dana shares her sight loss journey, the challenges and triumphs of pursuing a career in the beauty industry as a visually impaired individual, and discusses the evolving recognition of blind and visually impaired women in beauty and makeup. The episode also covers natural skin care methods and the role of beauty in self-esteem and representation.Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Assist us in furthering our advocacy effortsBullet points of key topics & timestamps:00:00 | Welcome to the Replay Edition!01:51 | Intern Takeover 02:28 | Meet the Interns: Diverse Backgrounds, United by Passion05:37 | A Beauty Editor's Journey06:06 | Breaking Barriers in Beauty11:12 | Empowerment Through Beauty13:42 | Natural Skincare Tips from an Expert15:32 | Supporting Bold Blind Beauty's Mission16:27 | Wrapping UpConnect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Breaking Barriers in Beauty: A Conversation with Robin Shum of Estée Lauder
Mar 8 2024
Breaking Barriers in Beauty: A Conversation with Robin Shum of Estée Lauder
Episode title and number: Breaking Barriers in Beauty: A Conversation with Robin Shum of Estée Lauder 4-#3Summary of the show:This episode of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. celebrates International Women's Day by featuring Robin Shum from Estée Lauder who discusses the groundbreaking voice-enabled makeup assistant. Aimed at breaking barriers and fostering inclusivity in the beauty industry, this tool is designed for individuals on the blindness spectrum, enabling them to apply makeup confidently and independently. The show delves into the development process, challenges faced, and the impact of the tool on accessibility and inclusion. Furthermore, it highlights Estée Lauder's commitment to inclusivity and advice for other companies on enhancing accessibility in their products or services.Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Assist us in furthering our advocacy effortsRobin Shum's Bio:Robin Shum is an Inclusive Technology product manager on the Innovation and Emerging Technologies team at the Estée Lauder Companies. With a background in Linguistics and Technological Systems Management, she sits at the intersection of technology and inclusive design. Currently, as the Product Owner of the Voice-enabled Makeup Assistant, ELC’s first app that makes beauty more accessible for the Blind and low-vision community, Robin merges thoughtful co-creation with championing digital accessibility. She is passionate about the future of inclusive design and accessibility in the beauty industry.  Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:00:00 | Introduction to Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.00:42 | Celebrating International Women's Day with Robin Shum01:40 | The Inspiration Behind the Voice-enabled Makeup Assistant05:00 | Challenges and Learnings in Developing the Makeup Assistant07:19 | Dana's Beauty Byte 08:52 | Collaboration with the Blind Community12:11 | Advice for Enhancing Inclusivity in Products and Services14:47 | The Future of Inclusive Technology in the Beauty Industry15:26 | Availability of the Voice-enabled Makeup Assistant16:06 | Connecting with Robin Shum16:22 | Closing Remarks and ThanksConnect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Love Beyond Sight Featuring Kiran Kaja
Feb 2 2024
Love Beyond Sight Featuring Kiran Kaja
Episode title and number: Love Beyond Sight Featuring Kiran Kaja 4-#2Summary of the show: In this episode of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R., hosts Stephanae McCoy, Dana Hinnant, Nasreen Bhutta, and Sylvia Stinson-Perez have a thought-provoking conversation with Kiran Kaja about his experiences dating as a congenitally blind man. He shares interesting insights into utilizing dating apps without visual cues and debunks societal misconceptions about blindness and dating. He also provides valuable advice and tips for other visually impaired individuals navigating the dating scene. This episode offers an opportunity to challenge stereotypes, encouraging greater understanding, empathy, and inclusivity.Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Join us in advancing our advocacy efforts!Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:00:06 | Introduction and Episode Overview02:23 | Meet the Guest: Kiran Kaja05:38 | Navigating the World of Dating Apps11:09 | Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. Podcast Promotion12:04 | Addressing Stereotypes and Misconceptions15:09 |  Building Connections and Communication Strategies20:38 | Dana's Beauty Byte22:40 | Advice for Visually Impaired Individuals in the Dating Scene26:33 | Connecting with Kiran Kaja28:05 | Closing Remarks and Episode Wrap-upBio: Kiran is a blind tech professional working as a Principal Product Manager at Amazon.  He lives in Berkeley, California with his 2-year-old golden retriever Seeing Eye dog who is coincidentally named India. He grew up in India but travelled to over 50 countries and lived in the UK and the US in his career. In his free time, Kiran likes to hike, go on tandem bike rides, and work on his model railroad layout.Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Embrace Your Boldness: Messages of Resilience & Authenticity for 2024
Jan 5 2024
Embrace Your Boldness: Messages of Resilience & Authenticity for 2024
Episode title and number:Embrace Your Boldness: Messages of Resilience & Authenticity for 2024. 4-#1 Summary of the show: The hosts of 'Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.'— Stephanae McCoy, Dana Hinnant, Nasreen Bhutta, and Sylvia Stinson-Perez; welcome listeners to a special New Year episode. They reflect on the past year's difficulties and share their hopes for 2024. Each co-host offers empowering messages emphasizing the importance of celebrating individual achievements, advocating for disability rights, living an authentic life, and recognizing inherent self-worth despite any challenges. They speak about their aspirations for the year ahead for the 'Bold Blind Beauty' platform and emphasize the mission of advocating for A.I.R. (Access, Inclusion, and Representation).Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Assist us in furthering our advocacy effortsBullet points of key topics & timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:23 Reflections on the Past Year and Future Aspirations01:26 Personal Empowerment Messages: Nasreen's Message02:03 Personal Empowerment Messages: Stephanae's Message04:35 Personal Empowerment Messages: Dana's Message04:57 Personal Empowerment Messages: Sylvia's Message07:16 Closing Remarks and Call to ActionConnect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Living with Usher Syndrome and Redefining Audiology featuring Dr. Jasmine Simmons
Nov 3 2023
Living with Usher Syndrome and Redefining Audiology featuring Dr. Jasmine Simmons
Episode title and number: Living with Usher Syndrome and Redefining Audiology featuring Dr. Jasmine Simmons Season 3 - #8Brief summary of the show: This conversation touches on various aspects of living with hearing and sight challenges, along with the importance of self-advocacy and the role of audiologists in providing support and understanding to patients. Dr. Simmons also shares her personal experience and how it has influenced her work in the field of audiology. Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online storeBullet points of key topics & timestamps:00:00 | Welcome00:41 | Understanding Usher Syndrome and Our Guest's Journey03:04 | Personal & Professional Journey of an Audiologist Living with Usher Syndrome05:38 | Daily Challenges of an Audiologist with Usher Syndrome07:22 | Adaptive Skills and Assistive Technologies10:34 | Communication Style & Strategies13:37 | How to Maintain Healthy and Well Functioning Hearing16:10 | Assisted Hearing Devices for Those with Moderate Hearing Loss18:17| The Beauty of Being an Audiologist with Hearing and Sight Loss20:56 | Beyond Hearing Aids21:46 | How Often Should Our Hearing be Tested23:32 | A Triumphant CelebrationConnecting With Dr. Jasmine Simmons:Instagram @drjasminesimmonsFacebook @drjasminesimmonsWebsite (Soon to be unveiled) drjasminesimmons.comConnect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Seeing through the Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions About Blindness
Oct 12 2023
Seeing through the Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions About Blindness
Episode title and number: Seeing through the Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions About Blindness 3 - #7Brief summary of the show: Join our co-hosts for an informative and enlightening exploration of the misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding blindness. This thought-provoking conversation delves into the pervasive myths that often misinform and stigmatize the blind community. Through clear personal stories and expert insights, this podcast episode challenges preconceived notions and replaces them with a more accurate and empathetic understanding of what it means to be blind. Our audience will gain a fresh perspective on blindness, fostering greater inclusivity and respect for those living with visual impairments. Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online storeBullet points of key topics & timestamps:1:55 | The inside track on heightened senses9:55 | The scoop on using mobile devices and technology15:01 | The skinny on job competence 23:14 | A few funny misconceptions13:57 | Blindness & intelligence24:15 | Blindness & safety 25:43 | Respecting boundariesFor more information on this topic check out Sylvia's article:My Top 10 Debunked Myths About BlindnessConnect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
How Do You Sense Color?  featuring Laurel Henry and Ken Meeker
Aug 8 2023
How Do You Sense Color? featuring Laurel Henry and Ken Meeker
Episode title and number: How Do You Sense Color? featuring Laurel Henry and Ken Meeker 3 - #6Brief summary of the show: Did you know some people can hear color? Synesthesia is a neurological condition that causes people to experience one sense in response to another. It's a fascinating condition where people can experience color through their senses and in this month's episode, we will be talking with two guests about this phenomenon.Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Buy us a cup of coffeeBullet points of key topics & timestamps:2:20 | Laurel's blindness  journey4:07 | Ken's sight loss journey5:17 | How people on the blindness spectrum sense colors12:51 | Laurel's experience living with Synesthesia13:57 | Ken's insightful research on Synesthesia16:06 | Supporting Bold Blind Beauty17:57 | Sharing our favorite colors and why24:18 | Dana's Beauty ByteAdditional Resource:Hearing Color, Seeing Sound. This is SynesthesiaConnecting With Our Guests:Laurel Henry  Facebook: @LaurelHenryemail address: LaurelCHenry@gmail.comKen MeekerLinkedIn: @KenMeekerAZWebsite: Vitality Career CoachingPodcast: Dissing My AbilityConnect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
The Tantalizing Sense of Taste With Chef Regina Mitchell & Sassy Outwater
Jun 3 2023
The Tantalizing Sense of Taste With Chef Regina Mitchell & Sassy Outwater
Episode title and number: The Tantalizing Sense of Taste With Chef Regina Mitchell & Sassy Outwater | Season 3 - #4On today's show, we will discuss the fascinating topic of taste with our esteemed guests, Chef Regina Mitchell and Sassy Outwater. They will enlighten us on how taste extends beyond the food we eat. Get ready for a mouth-watering discussion!Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Buy us a cup of coffeeBullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome1:35 | How do you define taste?6:23 | How does taste impact our lives?11:06 | What is a refined palette &  how do we develop it?15:12 | How does our sense of taste change over time?19:55 | How can we experience taste to its fullest?27:01 | Connecting with Chef Regina and SassyConnecting With Chef Regina & Sassy:ReginaFacebook @ReginaMitchellInstagram @ReginaDMitchellEmail friendinthekitchen@gmail.comMONTHLY VIRTUAL SPRING COOKING SERIES Join us as we take on The Classics and do a little revamping.  For details and what we’re dishing up, request access by sending a note to friendinthekitchen@gmail.comCOOKING CHALLENGE Chef Regina Monthly Email Cooking and Baking Challenge A chance to connect and cook with other foodies and friends as we challenge ourselves to new recipes, kitchen skills, creativity, and have fun each month!For details and information on which recipes we’re dishing up and on how to enter for the e-Gift Card of the month, please email Chef Regina friendinthekitchen@gmail.comSassyJolie Tea CompanyFacebook @pawsitivelysassyFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode and transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Season 3 - Episode 3: My Heart Is Not Blind Podcast featuring Michael Nye
Mar 31 2023
Season 3 - Episode 3: My Heart Is Not Blind Podcast featuring Michael Nye
Episode title and number: My Heart Is Not Blind Podcast featuring Michael Nye Season 3 - #3Brief summary of the show: In this special edition of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R., we are delighted to host Michael Nye, photographer, author, and podcaster. During the first half of the show, Steph chats with Michael about his newly launched podcast, My Heart Is Not Blind. In the second half, we re-air a lightly edited version of Season 1 Episode 2 highlighting Sylvia Stinson-Perez one of Michael's featured participants. Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Buy us a cup of coffeeBullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome2:10 | Getting To Know Michael Nye7:20 | Michael's Approach To Storytelling9:40 | The Creative Process10:55 | What Discrimination Looks Like13:46 | Finding The Podcast17:04 | The Replay From 202117:28 | Sylvia Stinson-Perez Audio Clip22:34 | What Prompted The Project24:37 | Powerful Lesson LearnedMy Heart Is Not Blind Podcast:SpotifyAppleFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode and transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today! Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Season 3 - Episode 2: The Evocative Nature of Fragrance featuring Susan Baillely
Feb 23 2023
Season 3 - Episode 2: The Evocative Nature of Fragrance featuring Susan Baillely
Episode title and number: The Evocative Nature of Fragrance featuring Susan Baillely Season 3 - #2Brief summary of the show:My co-hosts, Nasreen Bhutta, Sylvia Stinson-Perez, and Dana Hinnant were ecstatic to talk with Procter & Gamble's Susan Baillely. Susan is an authority on fragrance and we could hardly wait to learn more about her and her work as she has a wealth of knowledge about perfume. And you won't want to miss Dana's Beauty Byte for perfume tips. Susan Baillely's Bio:Susan Baillely is a Perfumer ‘a Nose’, Senior Scientist in Research & Development, Global Beauty Care for the Procter & Gamble Company.  Susan joined P&G’s R&D organization in 1989, after graduating from the University of St. Andrews in the UK with a 1st class honors in Chemistry. Additionally, Susan is an Accessibility Leader for P&G, driving awareness and action on accessible design for the company.Susan currently leads perfume formulation design for Personal and Skin Care products in R&D at Mason Business Center, P&G Cincinnati, USA.  Within Beauty she has also led perfume formulation design for Anti Perspirants, Deodorants and Shave Care.   She is also active in perfume development of new characters inspired by emerging global market trends.Susan is a member of the People with Disabilities Affinity Lead Team at P&G.  She leverages her personal Low Vision experience to drive positive change for P&G’s employees and consumers worldwide. She is a Board member for Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually impaired.  She is married to Gerard, and they have 2 sons Jean-Louis and Jean-Pierre.Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store⦁Buy us a cup of coffeeBullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome2:12 | Susan's sight loss journey3:41 | How do you do job while on the blindness spectrum?5:07 | How are fragrances made?8:31 | How is the fragrance industry adopting accessibility for consumers11:08 | What do you like most about being a perfumer?13:02 | Supporting Bold Blind Beauty13:39 | What route did you take to become a perfumer?15:16 | What are the most popular fragrances for men & women?20:29 | Beauty Byte22:11 | How do we choose a fragrance that works best for us?23:35 | Do people with visual impairments have a heightened level of small than our sighted counterparts?25:44 | What is an absolute no-no when it comes to using fragrance?26:27 | What is the perfect amount of fragrance to use?Finding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Season 3 - Episode 1: My BOLD for 2023 is...
Jan 27 2023
Season 3 - Episode 1: My BOLD for 2023 is...
Episode title and number: My BOLD for 2023 is... Season 3 - #1Brief summary of the show:In recognition of the new year, we here at Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. asked a few of our previously featured guests to share what their BOLD for 2023 is. We love their answers and hope you do too. Here are their names in order of appearance: Anne Mok, Roy Samuelson, Caroline Desrosiers, Melody Goodspeed, Rudy Gaskins, and Catarina Rivera. Our hosts, Nasreen Bhutta, Dana Hinnant, Stephanae McCoy, and Sylvia Stinson-Perez get in on the fun by sharing their bolds. Then Dana provides her Beauty Byte followed by a brief discussion.Supporting Our Advocacy Work:⦁Shop our online store ⦁Buy us a cup of coffeeBullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome0:37 | What it means to be bold3:00 | My BOLD for 2023 is...15:50 | Supporting Bold Blind Beauty16:30 | Dana's Beauty Byte18:92 | Viva Magenta27:20 | Upcoming featuresBold Blind Beauty Monthly News:If you haven't checked out our newsletter you may do so here: Yes, Sign Me Up!Finding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Season 2 - Episode 10: Looking Beyond Eyesight Featuring Dr. Hoby Wedler & Jackie Summers
Nov 4 2022
Season 2 - Episode 10: Looking Beyond Eyesight Featuring Dr. Hoby Wedler & Jackie Summers
Episode title and number: Looking Beyond Eyesight Featuring Dr. Hoby Wedler & Jackie Summers | Season 2 - #10Brief summary of the show:Welcome to Season 2 Episode  10 of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.  This month's episode centers on a beautiful partnership of two individuals who come together to create a unified front to combat systemic barriers. Topics revolve around barrier-breaking, sensory literacy, privilege, diversity, blindness, aromatic symphony, and more.Dr. Hoby Wedler's Bio:Dr. Hoby Wedler is an insightful, disarming, and passionate thinker who loves to bring people together to help them see new possibilities. With the heart of a teacher, Hoby helps turn dreams into realities. Hoby has been completely blind since birth. He is a chemist, an entrepreneur, a sensory expert, and is driven by his passion for innovative, creative, and insightful thinking. Hoby is remarkably tuned into his surroundings and has frequently chosen to walk the unbeaten paths in life over known territories. In 2016, Hoby earned his Ph.D. in organic chemistry from UC Davis. His fearlessness is infectious, and he has actively paved the way for others to join him in his quest to follow passions regardless of the challenges that lie ahead.Jackie Summers' Bio:An acclaimed author, public speaker, and entrepreneur, Jackie Summers is the founder of JackFromBrooklyn Inc. and the creator of the award-winning Sorel Liqueur. After being diagnosed with a spinal tumor and given a small chance to live, Jackie Summers not only beat those odds, but left his decades-long corporate career to create Sorel as a way to honor his Barbadian heritage. Following 623 failed attempts, Summers perfected the first and only shelf-stable sorrel liqueur. Most recently, Summers was nominated for the James Beard Media Award for Personal Essay, Long Form, and was honored among Wine Enthusiast’s Future 40 and Food & Wine magazine’s Drinks Innovators of the Year. Summers’ mission is to tell stories of marginalized peoples in their own voices.Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome2:16 | How Hoby & Jackie Met6:36| Hoby's Blindness Journey16:40 | Jackie Speaks On Hoby's Contributions21:05 | Jackie's Background & Build Your Own Table24:37 | Hoby's Crash Course On Sensory Literacy32:52 | Jackie Talks About Sorel's 2022 Awards37:44 | A Little History On Sorel38:43 | Connecting With Hoby & JackieConnecting With Hoby Wedler & Jackie SummersWebsite: hobywedler.comSocial Media Platforms:  @HobyWedlerEmail: hoby@hobywedler.comJackie's Website: sorelofficial.comInstagram: @theliquortarianPersonal: @JackieSummersFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, GooConnect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Season 2 - Episode 9: Prioritizing Disability In DEI Makes A Better World | Catarina Rivera
Oct 7 2022
Season 2 - Episode 9: Prioritizing Disability In DEI Makes A Better World | Catarina Rivera
Episode title and number: Prioritizing Disability In DEI Makes A Better World | Catarina Rivera | Season 2 - #9Brief summary of the show:Welcome to Season 2 Episode  9 of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.  In observation of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October, we here at Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. are thrilled to have DEI Expert, Catarina Rivera as our guest. Catarina's Bio:Catarina is a dynamic public speaker, DEI consultant, and content creator. She works with companies to improve disability awareness, inclusion, and accessibility. As a disabled Latine woman, she is passionate about sharing her own unique story to help build a more inclusive worldBullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome1:55 | Catarina's Hearing & Sight Loss Journey6:11 | How Catarina Began Her DEI Work12:29 | Dana's Beauty Byte14:06 | Key Message On DEI15:51 | Catarina Shares Exciting Experiences19:17 | A Message About Privilege22:33 | Supporting Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.23:30 | What's Next?26:36 | Connecting With Catarina  Connecting With Catarina  Website: catarinarivera.com Instagram: Blindish LatinaLinkedIn: Catarina RiveraTEDx Talk: Creating Inclusive Workplaces For AllFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Calls to action:Support our advocacy work by Buying Us A Coffee or making a purchase at our Online StoreShare Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. | boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.comMusic Credit: “New Inspiration” by BasspartoutX  https://audiojungle.net/item/new-inspiration/7204018Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Season 2 - Episode 8: Channeling Our Inner Boldness
Sep 2 2022
Season 2 - Episode 8: Channeling Our Inner Boldness
Episode title and number: Channeling Our Inner Boldness Season 2 - #8Brief summary of the show:Welcome to Season 2 Episode  8 of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.  Join our co-hosts  Stephanae McCoy, Nasreen Bhutta, and Sylvia Stinson-Perez as we sit down to discuss what it's like finding our Boldness as blind people.  Then  Beauty Editor, Dana Hinnant shares some Bold beauty tips in her Bold Blind Beauty Byte.Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome1:41 | What does it mean to be bold?6:45 | Supporting Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R7:40 | What bold thing have you done recently?17:03 | What new bold thing would you like to do soon?18:54 | Dana's Beauty ByteContact information & social media handles to connect with Bold Blind Beauty:👀Subscribe to our YouTube Channel youtube.com/c/BoldBlindBeauty🎧Listen to our Podcast boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.com👥Join our Facebook group @BoldBlindBeauty👩🏾‍🦯Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @BoldBlindBeautyFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Calls to action:Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @BoldBlindBeauty Share Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. | boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.comMusic Credit: “New Inspiration” by BasspartoutX  https://audiojungle.net/item/new-inspiration/7204018Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Special Edition: Bold Blind Beauty, A.I.R. & Abby Reveal
Jul 12 2022
Special Edition: Bold Blind Beauty, A.I.R. & Abby Reveal
The only thing better than connecting with people is collaborating with them. This special podcast episode is a collaboration between the ADNA (Audio Description Network Alliance) host  Roy Samuelson and Steph McCoy, founder of Bold Blind Beauty. “Stephanae McCoy discusses how and why she created Bold Blind Beauty - and we learn about A.I.R. and even more Abby secrets”  ~Roy Samuelson, Audio Description Network AllianceBullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome1:00 | Love Of Bold Blind Beauty2:17 | What Is A.I.R.?6:06 | Life Before Sight Loss11:15 | Getting Vulnerable14:35 | Sight Loss, Family & Friends20:50 | The Bold Blind Beauty Connection24:32 | The Abby Easter Egg28:01 | Final Thoughts29:07 | Finding Bold Blind BeautyConnecting with Bold Blind BeautyCheck out our socialsConnecting with The ADNAAudio Description Network AllianceFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Calls to action:Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @BoldBlindBeauty Share Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. | boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.comSupport Bold Blind Beauty’s mission, advocacy, and projects by sponsorships, shopping our online store, or buying a cup of coffee.Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Episode 7: Success In Plain Sight Featuring Dan Berlin & Jack Chen
Jul 9 2022
Episode 7: Success In Plain Sight Featuring Dan Berlin & Jack Chen
Date: 7/9/22Episode title and number: FSuccess In Plain Sight Featuring Dan Berlin & Jack Chen Season 2 - #7Brief summary of the show:Welcome to Season 2 Episode  7 of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.  Today we're talking with former Iron Men, Dan Berlin and Jack Chen about their soon-to-be-released  documentary on their experience during the Race Across America. Known as the World's Toughest Bicycle Race, Race Across America is a grueling coast-to-coast 3,000-mile cycling event. Dan and Jack's tandem team consisted of physically fit sighted pilots and blind stokers.  This interesting conversation draws parallels from the boardroom to interdependence and the capabilities of blind people.  If you've ever doubted what blind people can do, this episode will challenge you to see those on the blindness spectrum in a new light.  Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome2:17 | Meeting Jack Chen4:10 | Meeting Dan Berlin7:21 | Race Across America18:08 | Beauty Byte With Dana Hinnant20:25 | The Documentary23:53 | Learning More About The Movie25:24 | Connecting With Dan & Jack27:08 | What's NextContact information & social media handles to connect with Bold Blind Beauty:👀Subscribe to our YouTube Channel youtube.com/c/BoldBlindBeauty🎧Listen to our Podcast boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.com👥Join our Facebook group @BoldBlindBeauty👩🏾‍🦯Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @BoldBlindBeautyFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Calls to action:Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @BoldBlindBeauty Share Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. | boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.comSupport Bold Blind Beauty’s mission, advocacy, and projects by sponsorships, shopping our online store, or buying a cup of coffee.Music Credit: “New Inspiration” by BasspartoutX  https://audiojungle.net/item/new-inspiration/7204018Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️
Season 2 - Episode 6: Featuring Sherri Rodgers In Recognition of DeafBlind Awareness Week
Jun 4 2022
Season 2 - Episode 6: Featuring Sherri Rodgers In Recognition of DeafBlind Awareness Week
Date: 6/4/22Episode title and number: Featuring Sherri Rodgers In Recognition of DeafBlind Awareness Week Season 2 - #6Brief summary of the show:Welcome to Season 2 Episode  6 of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.  In recognition of DeafBlind Awareness week later this month we talk with guest, Sherri Rodgers, about what it's like to live with dual sensory loss. Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:0:00 | Welcome1:48 | Living With Usher Syndrome8:03 | Communicating With Usher Syndrome12:45 | Common Misconceptions16:38 | Dana’s Beauty Byte20:33 | A Discussion on Vision Vs. Hearing LossContact information & social media handles to connect with Bold Blind Beauty:👀Subscribe to our YouTube Channel youtube.com/c/BoldBlindBeauty🎧Listen to our Podcast boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.com👥Join our Facebook group @BoldBlindBeauty👩🏾‍🦯Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @BoldBlindBeautyFinding Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.Each podcast episode along with its transcript will be posted here and to Bold Blind Beauty. You can also find Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. on iTunes, Google, Amazon Music, Anchor, Spotify, or whichever podcast platform you prefer. Subscribe today!Calls to action:Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @BoldBlindBeauty Share Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. | boldblindbeautyonair.buzzsprout.comMusic Credit: “New Inspiration” by BasspartoutX  https://audiojungle.net/item/new-inspiration/7204018Connect with Bold Blind Beauty to learn more about our advocacy: Join our Instagram community @BoldBlindBeauty Subscribe to our YouTube channel @BoldBlindBeauty Check out our website www.boldblindbeauty.com Music Credit: "Ambient Uplifting Harmonic Happy" By Panda-x-music https://audiojungle.net/item/ambient-uplifting-harmonic-happy/46309958Thanks for listening!❤️