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CCLVI: Let's Talk Low Vision

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The focus is visual impairment, and the format is dynamic! Join us for this interactive series which features interviews and discussions among experts and individuals. Let's Talk Low Vision is a monthly podcast hosted by Dr. Bill, a low vision specialist. In each episode you will discover, resources, coping strategies, and support for individuals impacted by low vision/visual impairment. The series has a long history and rich archive, which is being added to the feed. Let's Talk Low Vision is sponsored by CCLVI, Council of Citizens with Low Vision International, which is an American Council of the Blind Special Interest Affiliate. Learn more about the podcast at https://cclvi.info/events/ltlv/

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Episodes

  1. 20261001 Let's Talk Low Vision - Remembering Terry Pacheco

    20261001 Let's Talk Low Vision - Remembering Terry Pacheco Originally Broadcasted October 1, 2026, on ACB Media 1 This show was dedicated to Terry Pacheco, and we want everyone to come to share memories and the impact she had on the low vision community and ACB. Resources for this Episode Let’s...

  2. 20260903 Let's Talk Low Vision

    20260903 Let's Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted September 3, 2026, on ACB Media 1 This time, we will be talking to 4 people who make braille valuable and useful to everyone. Ben Drew repairs braille writers and braille displays. Tona Drew is a small business owner who transcribes various...

  3. 20260604 Let's Talk Low Vision

    20260604 Let's Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted June 4, 2026, on ACB Media 1 Please join us this evening for our own Dianna Leonard to talk about this year’s events for Low Vision Alliance at the National Convention. We will also have two other members demonstrating a new product that can...

  4. 20260507 Let’s Talk Low Vision - SEEING STARS

    20260507 Let’s Talk Low Vision - SEEING STARS Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2026, on ACB Media 1 Our guest this month is two-time Emmy winner Ellen Gould, a writer, musician, and performer with Stargardt disease who has worked with HBO, PBS, NPR, and the Lincoln Center. Her latest project, Seeing...

  5. 20260402 Let's Talk Low Vision

    402 Let's Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted April 2, 2026, on ACB Media 1 Our annual birding session is tonight with famous blind birder, Jerry Berrier! He will tell us all about the Global Blind Bird-a-thon taking place in early May. And of course he will have bird calls to identify. So…

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  6. 20260305 Let’s Talk Low Vision

    20260305 Let’s Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted March 5, 2026, on ACB Media 1 Is your inbox overflowing and you wish you could reply to the sender of a Groups IO message without sending to the whole group? Join assistive technology instructors Cecily Nipper and John Farina for a practical...

  7. 20260205 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20260205 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted February 5, 2026 on ACB Media 1 We will hear from a panel of teachers, both current and retired, discussing teaching or educating a child with a visual impairment. Resources for this Episode Let’s Talk Low Vision This podcast is a monthly…

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  8. 20260108 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20260108 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally broadcasted January 8, 2026, on ACB Media 1 Mainstream AI Programs like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google, Gemini, Copilot, are among the Artificial Intelligence worlds that can be especially helpful to people with low vision. Join us for a lively discussion on...

  9. 20251204 Let’s Talk Low Vision

    20251204 Let’s Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted December 4, 2025, on ACB Media 1 This time, we were joined by Cecily Nipper who will discuss assistive technology training from a low vision perspective. Resources for this Episode Let’s Talk Low Vision This podcast is a monthly series…

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  10. 20251106 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20251106 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted November 6, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Are you looking for holiday gifts for a loved one with low vision? Or are you looking for yourself? If so, then come find out what the top gifts are this year. Join us as we hear from LS\&S Products, Envision...

  11. 20251002 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20251002 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted October 2, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Eat for Your Eye Health — Let’s Talk Low Vision What if dinner could help your eyes? In this one-hour, accessible session, we’ll spotlight everyday foods. that nourish your macula and retina and simple ways to…

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  12. 20250904 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20250904 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted September 4, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Our guest presenter this month was Marc Arneson, Director of Community at Hadley.. This is a great opportunity to gain experience about their many services and their Peer Support National Network. Resources for...

  13. 20250807 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20250807 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted August 7, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Diane Christian, Ph.D. is the Executive Director of Partners for Pediatric Vision based in Anaheim, CA. This program promises to be fascinating and educational to members of all ages of our community. Resources…

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  14. 20250605 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20250605 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted June 5, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Come find out how Marri Murdoch ran a marathon from a low vision perspective. Also come find out how she runs her company called Travel Visions Aloha for the Blind from a low vision perspective. Resources for this...

  15. 20250501 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20250501 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted May 1, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Dr. Amy Burcham, Low Vision Specialist was our special guest presenter this evening. Her Low Vision Clinic is located within the Envision Rehabilitation Center, Dallas, TX. This gives her patients the ability to…

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  16. 20250403 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20250403 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted April 3, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Katie L Friedman, LDO was our relief speaker tonight when the scheduled speaker was unable to make the call at the last minute. Katie’s presentation was titled “The Eyes of March, and the betrayal of our eyesight.”...

  17. 20250306 Lets Talk Low Vision

    Show Notes Episode .. 20250306 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted March 6, 2025, on ACB Media 1 We were excited to welcome back the nationally recognized low vision specialist, Dr. Suleiman Alibhai. He shared with us some of the latest research on a couple of topics. Please feel free to...

  18. 20250206 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20250206 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted February 6, 2025, on ACB Media 1 Following a couple of brief announcements, we were joined by Katie Scheuring, DScOT, OTR/L, CLVT. She has been a practicing occupational therapist since 2016. Katie is also an ACVREP Board Certified Low Vision...

  19. 20250102 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20250102 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted January 2, 2025, on ACB Media 1 We welcomed Dr. Brett Oppegaard and ACBs own ADP Project Coordinator, Tabitha Kenlon to discuss audio description and the National Park system. Sponsored by: Council of Citizens with Low Vision International...

  20. 20241205 Lets Talk Low Vision with Dr. Alibhai

    20241205 Lets Talk Low Vision with Dr. Alibhai Originally Broadcasted December 5, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, nationally recognized low vision specialist will be our guest. With topics from Assistive Technologies to lighting, to the latest research, Dr. Alibhai is a wealth of...

  21. 20241107 Lets Talk Low Vision-Gifts for the holidays

    20241107 Lets Talk Low Vision-Gifts for the holidays Originally Broadcasted November 7, 2024, on ACB Media 1 This month we welcome LS&S and WayAround with hundreds of shopping ideas for the holidays and throughout the year. Resources for this Episode Let’s Talk Low Vision This podcast is a…

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  22. 20241003 Lets Talk Low Vision- Exploring Avenues to Independence

    20241003 Lets Talk Low Vision- Exploring Avenues to Independence Originally Broadcasted October 3, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Join Christine as we explore many ways of living independently with low vision. Support groups, education, self-advocacy, and self-evaluation are just a few of the pathways to...

  23. 20240905 Lets Talk Low Vision – Audio Description Project

    20240905 Lets Talk Low Vision – Audio Description Project Originally Broadcasted September 5, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Our guest is Carl Richardson, co-chair of the ACB Audio Description (AD) Project and one of the most knowledgeable users of AD on television and streaming. Carl will be here to…

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  24. 20240801 Let’s Talk Low Vision-Retinal Diseases

    20240801 Let’s Talk Low Vision-Retinal Diseases Originally Broadcasted August 1, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Terry and the Let's Talk Low Vision team welcomes BEN SHABERMAN from the Foundation Fighting Blindness. They will be discussing Retinal diseases and some of the current research that is being...

  25. 20240606 Lets Talk Low Vision-Indoor and Outdoor Lighting

    20240606 Lets Talk Low Vision-Indoor and Outdoor Lighting Originally Broadcasted June 6, 2024, on ACB Media 1 This time, we will be discussing indoor and outdoor lighting with specialists Koni Sims and Katie L. Friedman. They will be addressing such things as indoor lighting concerns such as...

  26. 20240502 Lets Talk Low Vision-Foundation Fighting Blindness

    20240502 Lets Talk Low Vision-Foundation Fighting Blindness Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Bailey Bostelman east regional field director from the Foundation Fighting Blindness is our speaker for Let’s Talk Low Vision. The Foundation Fighting Blindness offers programs that...

  27. 20240404 Lets Talk Low Vision-Solar Eclipse

    20240404 Lets Talk Low Vision-Solar Eclipse Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Let’s Talk Low Vision – Protecting Your Eyes During the Solar Eclipse This Let’s Talk Low Vision will focus on caring for your eyes during the solar eclipse, types of protective filters needed for…

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  28. 20240307 Lets Talk Low Vision-Accessible Pharmacy

    20240307 Lets Talk Low Vision-Accessible Pharmacy Originally Broadcasted March 7, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Accessible Pharmacy, Even More Services Now! How would you like your prescriptions and over-the-counter medications delivered right to your door? What if you are a care giver and need to know…

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  29. 20240201 Lets Talk Low Vision-Hull Foundation and Learning

    20240201 Lets Talk Low Vision-Hull Foundation and Learning Originally Broadcasted February 1, 2024, on ACB Media 1 Our first guests will be Marja Byers and Mary Lee Turner of the Hull Foundation and Learning Center. Among their many services and activities for people who are blind or have low...

  30. 20231121 Lets Talk Low Vision-Gifts for the Holiday Season

    20231121 Lets Talk Low Vision-Gifts for the Holiday Season Originally Broadcasted November 21, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Join us for an exciting event, as we bring together experts and professionals to discuss the importance of eye health and provide valuable insights for the holiday season. This…

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  31. 20231017 Lets Talk Low Vision- Dr. Suleiman Alibhai

    20231017 Lets Talk Low Vision- Dr. Suleiman Alibhai Originally Broadcasted October 17, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Our guest presenter this evening is Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, O.D, F.A.A.O. He will be discussing indoor and outdoor light issues and potential solutions. A graduate of the University of...

  32. 20230919 Lets Talk Low Vision-Veterans

    20230919 Lets Talk Low Vision-Veterans Originally Broadcasted September 19, 2023, on ACB Media 5 U.S. Veterans Services Available for veterans experiencing vision loss is the topic for this month’s call. Please spread the word about this informative session as we have a panel assembled to discuss...

  33. 20230817 Lets Talk Low Vision-APH Connect Center

    20230817 Lets Talk Low Vision-APH Connect Center Originally Broadcasted August 17, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Table Talk Thursday turns the spotlight over tonight to Let’s Talk Low Vision for a lively and informative visit from the American Printing House Connect Team. Join Richard Rueda, long-time…

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  34. 20230718 Lets Talk Low Vision-ACB Convention Review

    20230718 Lets Talk Low Vision-ACB Convention Review Originally Broadcasted July 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Low Vision Treasures at the ACB Convention Did you attend the ACB Convention and CCLVI Conference virtually or in person? If so, what low vision aids and tools did you see? Were you impressed...

  35. 20230516 Lets Talk Low Vision-Events at Convention

    20230516 Lets Talk Low Vision-Events at Convention Originally Broadcasted May 16, 2023, on ACB Media 5 CCLVI President, Patti Cox will bring everyone up to date with a summary of our upcoming sessions during convention. She will be followed by Queen of Conventions, Janet Dickelman, who will give…

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  36. Episode three let’s talk low vision: interview with Dr. Crumbliss, low vision specialist

    Show Notes Episode .. Our special guest, this month is low, vision specialist, Dr. Kara Crumbliss, O.D., F.A.A.O., chief Compliance Officer, Senior Vice President, Clinical Services Enterprise. Of the Chicago lighthouse. Dr. Crumbliss oversees The Lighthouse’s world-class vision clinic and...

  37. 20230418 Lets Talk Low Vision

    20230418 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted April 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5 This month’s guest is Doctor Kara Chambliss. She oversees the Chicago lighthouses world class vision clinic and works as the coordinator of the Illinois College of optometry, low vision, and geriatric ocular…

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  38. Episode 2, Let's Talk Low Vision- In Memory of Dr Bill

    Show Notes Episode 2, In Memory of Dr Bill We know you’ll enjoy this episode! Since 2010, Dr Bill has been the host for Let's Talk Low Vision, the popular talk show and podcast sponsored by the Council of Citizens with Low Vision International. A few weeks before this episode was recorded, Dr…

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  39. Episode 1 Let's Talk Low Vision- 2 interviews - Serving low vision community

    Show Notes In this episode, we have a doubleheader interview of absent resources, serving the community of individuals with low vision. We know you will greatly enjoy learning more about developments and innovations with AIRA. They have a new application for the desktop, android, and iPhone...

  40. Episode 9 Let’s Talk Low Vision with Dr. Alibhai

    Show Notes Episode 12 Let’s Talk Low Vision with Dr. Alibhai, Low Vision Speci;ist A dynamic episode in which we hear from a medical professional about low vision strategies. Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, O.D, F.A.A.O is our special guest this evening. He has been practicing Low Vision Rehabilitation...

  41. 2022, Episode 8 Let's Talk Low Vision - Athletes with visual impairment

    Show Notes Episode 8 Athletes- Nothing Stops Us Have you ever wondered what it is like to cross a finish line with every muscle aching but your heart bursting with the exciting sense of accomplishment? This is your chance to hear Meagan Hale, a blind young woman who recently completed a…

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  42. 2022, Episode 5 Let's Talk Low Vision- Travel with Low Vision

    Show Notes Episode 2022, #5 Enjoy this episode as Richard Rueda shares extensive insight regarding traveling with vision loss over two decades. In his role as Digital Content Manager with the APH Connect Center, Richard gets to travel more than ever. Hear how he expertly navigates social...

  43. 2022, Episode 4, Let’s Talk Low Vision - ACB 2022 Convention Overview

    Show Notes, April 2022, ACB 2022 Convention Overview Be among the first to find out what to expect at this year’s ACB’s 61st National Convention and CCLVI’s 44th Annual Conference. Janet Dickelman, ACB National Convention Coordinator joined us with lots of details about our first hybrid…

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  44. 2022, Episode 3, Let’s Talk Low Vision - Amazing Amazon Alexa Abilities

    Show Notes Episode 2022, # 3 An Avalanche of Amazing Amazon Alexa Abilities This episode is for you whether you have an original Alexa, or one of the multiple generations of Echo Dots, or a Show, or a studio, or any of the other devices. You have just scratched the surface of what she can do to...

  45. 2022, Episode 2, Let’s Talk Low Vision - FCC-Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

    Show Notes Episode FCC-Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Broadband access for all! Special Let’s Talk Low. Vision episode for everyone, but especially people who are blind or have low vision and have little or no internet access. Please share this recording with others to let them hear about...

  46. 2022, Ep 1, Let’s Talk Low Vision- Entertainment Options- ADP & Books

    Show Notes 2022, Episode 1, Entertainment Options- ADP & Books Melt those winter chills by curling up with your TV remote or a good book. We will have four experts presenting on Audio Described TV and various book sources such as Audible, Bookshare, Kindle, and more! Guest Speakers: Carol...

  47. 2021, Ep 12, Let’s Talk Low Vision- Children’s Vision & Magnification

    Show Notes Episode 12, Children’s Vision & Magnification Dr Bill and our guest presenter, Kathy L. Friedman, Licensed Dispensing Optician, Educator and Low Vision Failitator, highlight vision development among children as well as explaining how magnification and assistive technology can be…

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  48. 2021, Ep 11, Let’s Talk Low Vision- SpeakToMeCatalog.com Denise Russell

    Show Notes Episode 11, SpeakToMeCatalog.com Denise Russell Discover the inside story of one woman’s powerful entrepreneurial journey selling talking and musical products by mail order since 1994. Denise Russell, low vision herself, shares the story of starting Speak To Me Catalog, and how it has...

  49. 2021, Ep 10, Let’s Talk Low Vision, Julian Vargas on iPhones and iOS 15

    Show Notes 2021, Episode 10, Julian Vargas on iPhones and iOS 15 October 2021 Topic: Julian Vargas shares the new versions of the Apple iPhone and iOS 15 features. Join us to learn the pros and cons of these phones and more. This episode includes a very informative question and answer session…

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  50. 2021 Ep 9 Let’s Talk Low Vision, Back to School

    Show Notes Episode 9, Back to School Episode Topic: Going back to school can be a very stressful time for children. For those who have never gone to school, fear of the unknown is very real. Others may not be sure how their vision loss might affect what they are able to do and achieve. Dr. Bill...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The focus is visual impairment, and the format is dynamic! Join us for this interactive series which features interviews and discussions among experts and individuals. Let's Talk Low Vision is a monthly podcast hosted by Dr. Bill, a low vision specialist. In each episode you will discover, resources, coping strategies, and support for individuals impacted by low vision/visual impairment. The series has a long history and rich archive, which is being added to the feed. Let's Talk Low Vision is sponsored by CCLVI, Council of Citizens with Low Vision International, which is an American Council of the Blind Special Interest Affiliate. Learn more about the podcast at https://cclvi.info/events/ltlv/

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