Losing Sight, Finding Voice: How I Triumphed in the Podcasting World — Maxwell Ivey | Ep 41

In this episode, I sit down with Maxwell Ivy—the Blind Blogger himself—for a truly inspiring conversation about podcasting, accessibility, and embracing your own journey. Max opened up about translating his lived experiences as a blind entrepreneur into podcasts that make a real difference, like “The Accessibility Advantage” and “What’s Your Excuse?” We dove into the ups and downs of starting shows from scratch, why connecting authentically matters, and what it really takes to serve both your audience and yourself. If you’ve ever doubted your creativity or got stuck in the trap of perfectionism, I hope Max’s positive, down-to-earth approach gives you permission to start messy, show up real, and keep going—and reminds you that your unique voice does matter. Thanks as always for listening, and here’s to making your own story (and podcast) count!Connect with Maxwell IveyMaxwell welcomes anyone with questions or seeking guidance on accessibility to reach out via email—Maxwell is always happy to help. For more of his podcast work, you can also find him hosting “Hearsay Shorts,” available on major podcast platforms. Don’t hesitate to connect with Maxwell and discover how embracing accessibility can open new opportunities for creators and businesses alike.Website:https://theaccessibilityadvantage.com/Twitter: https://x.com/maxwelliveyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxwellivey/If My Podcast Story speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.There’s more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the My Podcast Story newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://mypodcaststory.com/joinIf the stories you hear on My Podcast Story bring you inspiration, clarity, or simply a moment of connection, consider supporting the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every contribution helps me continue sharing the journeys of podcasters from around the world.Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhqWant to be a guest on My Podcast Story? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststoryChapters00:00 Meet Maxwell Ivey: The Blind Blogger’s Journey00:46 Podcasting Origins and Show Overviews02:27 Why I Started “What’s Your Excuse?” and Accessibility Advocacy05:21 Landing the AudioEye Podcast Host Role11:39 The Challenge of Balancing Multiple Projects16:58 Prioritizing, Saying No, and Finding Focus26:22 Accessibility Tools: Navigating Descript & Tech Feedback34:37 Progress Over Perfection: Publishing, Editing, and Real Connections42:00 Empowerment Through Podcasting and Final Reflections