Blind Abilities

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jeffthompson@blindabilities.com

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From First Practice to First Goal: Sam Betts Takes on College and Blind Hockey

September 17, 2026

What can happen when you say yes to something new? University of Minnesota engineering student Samantha "Sam" Betts shares how stepping onto the ice with Minnesota Blind Hockey opened the door to competition, confidence and community. Born with congenital cataracts and living with glaucoma and peripheral vision loss, Sam had never played—or even watched—hockey before her first practice. Weeks later, she traveled to Chicago, learned her position on the fly and scored her first goal. Sam also r...

Career Exploration Adventure Weekend: There's No One Path - Students Ask Professionals About Careers, Challenges and Success

September 13, 2026

What does a career path really look like? At the Career Exploration Adventure Weekend at Cragun's Resort in Brainerd, Minnesota, blind, visually impaired, and DeafBlind students got the chance to ask working professionals the questions that matter when you're thinking about your future. In this lively careers panel, professionals from technology, accounting, human resources, education, hospitality, and library services share how they found their careers—sometimes by following a plan and somet...

Wellness Wednesday: You Deserve to Be Here - Recognizing How Far You've Come

September 02, 2026

Sometimes the hardest person to give credit to is ourselves. We can become so focused on where we're going—or where we think we should be—that we overlook just how far we've already come. In this Wellness Wednesday conversation, Robin, Beth and Jeff explore the importance of recognizing our accomplishments, giving ourselves permission to change our goals, and remembering that we deserve to be in the spaces we've worked so hard to reach. Progress doesn't always arrive with something tangible w...

RNIB Tech Talk · Low booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

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How do I get in touch with Blind Abilities?

Blind Abilities is hosted by Jeff Thompson and Robin Ennis. Its publicly listed email is jeffthompson@blindabilities.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Blind Abilities?

The publicly listed email for Blind Abilities: jeffthompson@blindabilities.com.

How many listeners does Blind Abilities have?

Podseeker estimates Blind Abilities reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Blind Abilities?

Blind Abilities typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Firsthand experience with blindness or low vision, or professional expertise in assistive technology, accessibility, education, career services, rehabilitation, or adaptive recreation. Guests should offer practical guidance, a meaningful personal success story, or direct experience supporting blind and low-vision people. Common among recent guests: Professional experience in accessibility, assistive technology, education, rehabilitation, or career development; Successful navigation of college, employment, or independent living while blind or low vision; Leadership or participation in programs that expand opportunities for blind and low-vision people. Recent guests include Samantha Betts and Randi Lasher.

How hard is it to get booked on Blind Abilities?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Blind Abilities cover?

Recent episodes cover Disability, Blindness, Assistive Technology, Career Development, and College Access. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.