
Wednesday Coffee Club
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Ep 196More new software to talk about and changes coming to cable TV.
Ep 194Do you feel more comfortable socializing with blind or sighted people?
Coffee club notes for October 4, 2023 Do you feel more comfortable socializing with blind or sighted people? Have you been taken advantage of by a close friend or family member? Chris gave a recipe for pigs in a blanket with maple syrup.
Ep 193Broadcasts a new radio app.
Coffee club notes for September 27, 2023 Probiotics. Do they work? Discussed the benefits of getting your hot water heater serviced. Bill demonstrated an iPhone app called broadcasts. Chris gave a recipe for Mexican Chicken.
Ep 192What a surprise Chris and Dave were back.
Coffee Club netes for September 20, 2023 Chris and Dave joined us on the panel this week. How do you cope with a diagnosis of type I or II diabetes? A good website for blind cooks is: blindgrilling.com Chris gave a recipe for earthquake cake.
Ep 191Some cooking mistakes you have made.
Bill asked everyone to tell about their worst kitchen disaster. Talked about the Apple presentation.Beth is selling crocheted hats and [email protected] Chris gave a recipe for instant pot chili
Ep 190Listening to you We care.
Coffee Club notes for August 30, 2023Had a discussion about HUD and how rent is figured. one CVS store labels prescriptions accessibly while the other does not. Chris gave a recipe for Brown Sugar Pound Cake
Ep 189Be My Eyes a game changer not so fast.
23 Bill introduced the topic of company. How long should they stay? Should they have the run of the house? Mike talked aboutB e My AI which is in beta as part of Be My Eyes to describe pictures.
Ep 188The teacher's pet.
Coffee Club Notes for August 16, 2023 Why do they have touchscreens in cars? First topic: What teacher had a lasting impact on your life? Talked about the new firmware update to the SensePlayer. Chris gave a recipe for peanut butter brownies.
Ep 187Best and worst services you've had done.
Coffee Club Notes for August 9, 2023 Asked everyone about good and bad experiences with repairmen. The accessibility number for Spectrum 844--762-1301
Ep 186The birthday edition.
offee Club notes for August 2, 2023 The first topic of the day was what is your best/worst purchase you've made? Chris gave a recipe for Corn Pie.
Ep 185Positive changes are coming to the Legend.
Coffee club notes for July 26, 2023 Bill discussed the Nuc computer. A very small, powerful computer. To follow Ed on YouTube search for Edward Schwilk. Pneuma Solutions has made the Sero app available for the Blind Shell Classic II Mike Lauf will be doing a demo next Thursday at 2 p.m. on FAST (free add supported tv.) Bill discussed upcoming changes to The Legend.We will be listed in the iHeart directory. We will also have an app for Ios And Android. There will be a skill for the Amazon devices.Will be launching a classic country channel as well as a Talk channel which will be Oldtime radio 24/7. Chris gave a recipe for beef with mushrooms.
Ep 184A big welcome to Ed to the panel.
Coffee club notes for July 12, 2023 Ed Schwilk joins the panel. Seleste glasses that use your phone to help the blind. Bill discussed Dropbox problem. Ed asked about a simple scanner for his wife. Everyone recommended Lyriq from Dream Vision. Chris gave a recipe for ugly cake
Ep 183?What are you doing for the holiday.
Coffee Club Notes for June 28, 2023 What changes would you like to see on the Legend? A couple of people mentioned a pop culture talk show. Aso suggested weather forecasts and news reports. Shared 4th of July memories. Chris gave a recipe for Taco and potato foil packets.
Ep 182?What affect does positive actions have on your life.?
Coffee club notes for June 21,2023 Had a discussion about why people are so negative. Asked for recommendations for cordless vacuums. Chris gave a recipe for glazed carrots.
Ep 181?how do you prefer to attend the blindness conventions virtually or in person.
Coffee club notes for June 14, 2023 Scott and Bill discussed the new Orbit Speaks. The Hable 1 keyboard is on sale until Friday. Do you enjoy going to the national conventions in person or virtually? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both? Chris gave a recipe for strawberry slab shortcake.
Ep 180?what do you do when you pay for a serice you don't get.
Coffee Club Notes for June 7, 2023 Why do you still get commercials on Tune In Premium? How do you handle it when you don't get the service you pay for? Chris gave a recipe for Cucumber Salad.
Ep 179?if you have had set backs or failures do you blame it on the school for the blind.
Coffee club notes for May 31, 2023 Does your school hold you back or is it your responsibility to make a life? Chris gave a recipe for chicken and dumpling casserole.
Ep 178Gun Control.
Coffee club notes for May 24, 2023 Blind Shell is releasing a software update. Uber has a toll-free number you can call to arrange a ride.833-873-8237 Google is discontinuing the playing of radio stations on the Google Home and the mini. Should a blind person carry a gun? What do you do to protect yourself? Bill gave a recipe for cabbage, sausage and potatoes.
Ep 177?is there value in a home security system.
Home security how to handle it? There is a spoof on facebook where people ask to be your friend that are already in your list so they can copy all your friends.There is a ring doorbell that installs in your peephole. So it is a hidden camera. Chris gave a recipe for slow cooker chicken with gravy.
Ep 176?Celtics and Lakers in NBA final series.
Taking you calls and live and discussing all sports.
Ep 175?Your favorite concert.
Coffee Club notes for May 10, 2023 Windys is beginning to use a bott to take orders at the drive up window. Arrowsmith and Foreigner are doing their farewell tours this year. Chris gave a recipe for Blondie Bars
Ep 174Bill Levy life and story.
Don asked a few questions about Social Security. Bill did an interview with Bill Levy. Amazon is adding 400 free channels to its fire tv.
Ep 173Live365 and zoom issues and we still did it.
Beth Moline is selling homemade afghans for $50.00. The panel answered tech questions about the e-reader and some of the other note takers. Chris gave a recipe for French's crunchy onion chicken
Ep 172GPT again fact or fiction.
Bill talked about the Notey, a small Windows computer runnin Windows 11. It uses the Orbit Writer for the keyboard. Tune in Phemium is now available for $39.00 a year for a limited time. Is AI going to take all our jobs? Don't insta22 the new desktop version of winamp, it doesn't work quite the same way. Ask Dave and Chris about home repairs. How do I keep my hot water from smelling after it sits for a few months. Chris gave a recipe for Portugese chicken.
Ep 171A battery lawn mower ?really
To find a good copy of NVDA with all the add-ins go to www.blindhelp.net The number for A T Guys is(269) 216-4798 or you can call Blind Shell at420-910-1271 one caller suggested taking apple cider vinegar tablets to curb appetite. He also suggested a garlic tablet to keep from being bitten by mosquitoes. ego lawnmower is a battery operated lawn mower. Chris gave a recipe for Caramel Corn
Ep 170Help for the cough.
Coffee Club Notes for April 5, 2023 All the callers gave suggestions for Bill's cough. Jeff talked about the iPhone app O K O. An app used to help you cross the street. Which wholesale club would you join? Costco or Sam's. Bill Levy talked about the "huckster" the precursor to Schwan's in the 40's and 50's. emurgen-C will help cure a cough. Chris gave a recipe for Apple Pie Cake
Ep 169The digital divide.
Coffee Club Notes for March 30, 2023Everyone shared memories of reading after lights out in school. Discussed the digital divide between the people who can use technology and those who can't. Chris gave a recipe for easy slow cooker barbecue ribs.
Ep 168The challenges of moving and relocating.
Coffee Club Notes for March 22, 2023 Someone asked for tips to use an iPhone without tapping. The NLS e-reader makes a good keyboard for the iPhone. how do you find housing in a new city? How do you learn your way around? Chris gave a recipe for a crustless coconut pie. Talked about long-held beliefs that turned out to be myths.
Ep 167Devices to look foward to.
Coffee Club notes for March 15, 2023 Someone asked about Bible Gateway on the Braille Sense. Callers talked about their favorite restaurants. Orbit Research is coming out with the Optima, a laptop running Windows 11 with a built in Braille display. The Eyes on Success podcast is doing a show on the Victor Stream 3. Chris gave a recipe for applesauce spice cake
Ep 166Accessible Ham Radio's.
One caller asked about the accessibility of Garage band for the iPhone. Problems with the Victor Stream 3 and adding favorites. You have to restart the unit after you add the first favorite so you can add the next one. Chris gave a recipe for cabbage ham and potato dinner Bill played a demo of blind hams from the CT Blind Hams podcast.For more information go to: www.blindhams.com
Ep 165The Victor Stream 3
The panel answered a question about separating the input from the output on his sound card. washer and dryers are accessible and have phone apps that work with them.Chris gave a recipe for scalloped potatoes. Bill played a You Tube video of the unboxing of the Victor Stream 3.
Ep 164New Hims player.
Bill played a demo of the Hims Sense Player. For more information go to www.hims-inc.com 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Central Time, Monday through FridayPhone: 512-837-2000 Chris gave a recipe for ham loaf.
Ep 163breville jewell oven .
Edward talked about the Safe Slice mandolin from QVC.Pampered Chef has a potato peeler that cranks by hand. Chris and Dave did a demo of the Breville Joule Pro
Ep 162Your favorite NLS Narrator.
Everyone who called in told us about their favorite book or narrator.There is a new toll-free service rolling out by Uber. You can call 833-useuber 833-873-8237.Played a tribute to the Minnesota Radio Talking Book program.Chris gave a recipe for Lemon Pepper Chicken.
Ep 161? how are you fighting ?inflation?
Discussed what we are doing to combat the rising cost of inflation. A new show called Book Talk is coming to the Legend on February 14th 2023 at 5:00 PM hosted by Jenny Sparks.Bill asked if there was a quick way to turn your camera off on the iPhone if it gets stuck.
Ep 160Answering Tech questions.
The Blind Shell Classic II now has the Zoom app. The Panel answered tech questions. humanware is taking preorders for the new Victor Stream. It lists for $495 and is supposed to have better internet for improved streaming. Mondo elite is a new internet radio with tune in and Google. Chris gave a recipe for easy beef brisket.
Ep 159The hurricane fix is on.
Bill asked everyone what they would change about the legend. Ninja Speedy is an air fryer that air fries and steams at the same time. Callers discussed general topics of interest. What's your favorite cooky? Chris gave a recipe for banana nut bread with applesauce.
Ep 158Aira
Blind Shell Classic 2 gets the Bard app. Mike predicts 2023 will be the year of wearables. Aira announces new price structure. Public relations nightmare. meater is a wireless probe you can use when cooking. Answered a few tech questions. Chris and dave did a demo of the cordless KitchenAid five cup food chopper. Chris gave a recipe for chip crusted chicken nuggets.
Ep 157Changes to the 800 requestline.
Callers talked about their New Year's holiday. Chris and Dave talked about the Breville Jewel Oven model NO 950. Chris and Dave did a demo of the Ninja vertical nonstick belgian waffle maker. ninjakitchen.com 800-365-0135 you can also order from QVC.
Ep 156Trouble with SouthWest airlines.
Lots of cancellations at Southwest. Which company gives you the best bundle bill? T-Moble offers phone and internet combined for around $80. 773-572-3006 then press 7 to listen to the coffee club podcast if you miss the live show. Answered a few tech questions. Bill talked about the differences between the Breville Pro oven and the June oven. Makers of the Dot Watch are working on Dot Pad which will use the cells to show you a picture. Chris gave a recipe for crispy chicken drumsticks.
Ep 155Happy 20th Anniversary. Jenny.
Julie gave tip on typing mode with the Braille Sense. Use backspace, space, and enter then M. Longtime listener and legend friend Joni Leonard celebrates her 83rd birthday today. Chris and Dave say the Dyson cordless vacuum is the best. Chris gave a recipe for addictive pretzels.
Ep 154?What are you doing about the cost of food.
Why do people still like the iPhone SE? Is it because of the home button? How are people handling the rising cost of food? What's your favorite restaurant? Chris gave a recipe for fudge made with cake frosting.
Ep 153How to make fruitcake.
The panel talked about their thanksgiving dinner. With [prices so high, why are people still using Schwan's and QVC? to get involved in ACB community send an email to [email protected] and ask to be put on the list. Every day, you will receive an email with the schedule for the day and all of the zoom links. Chris gave a recipe for peanut clusters.
Ep 152Happy Thanksgiving and we are thankful.
Which Aira plan is right for you? Chris gave a recipe for Scotch Crunches Chris and Dave did a demo of the duo slow cooker.
Ep 151?Did you have a successful voting experience.
Panel discussed difference between over the counter and hearing aids you receive from an audiologist. AT&T discontinuing all operator and directory assistance services in January 2023. Bill gave a shoutout to Aira desktop. Discussed ways to find out who to vote for in elections. Chris and Dave did a demo of the Sun Joe leaf blower.
Ep 150Did you know Walmart Plus is $50.00 off.
Walmart Plus is on sale at half price for $49 until black Friday. You can now edit your substitutions in the Walmart app. Discussed accessibility of self-checkout kiosks in grocery stores. Chris gave a recipe for pumpkin pie.
Ep 149New software to help you become more productive.
Coffee Club Notes for October 26, 2022 Games Galore and More is a website that features interactive games. The website is: gamesgalore.com djintelligence.com has categories of songs for weddings. Jenny and Mike talked about Biblos. a program that scans, reads PDF files, has an editor, and can emboss in braille. Chris gave a recipe for Pumpkin cookies.
Ep 148prescription safety awareness month.
Prescription safety awareness month. Ran a demo from Blind Abilities of the ScripTalk app by Envision America. Scriptability provides labels in large print, braille and the talking ScripTalk reader and app for Android and iPhone. 800-890-1180 envisionamerica.com getrim.app can help you diagnose computer problems remotely. Caller asked a question about Aira and use with the iPhone 6. Caller gave information about a fundraser for the Maplewood Lion's club from Farmstead Nutst and treats. [email protected] 913-432-3638 farmsteadnutsandtreats.com Chris gave a recipe for beef stroganoff.
Ep 147Lookout from Google
Bill shared a demonstration of Google Lookout. presented by David Olsen. Is it hard to switch from Apple to Android cell phones? Mike says yess Jenny says no. Chris gave a recipe for apple cobbler.
Ep 146Jeff and his new iPhone.
Mike has created a website with the best accessible apps for IOS. Jeff has problems with iPhone 14 pro. Windows 11 has a text caption feature that lets you record text of a conversation such as Zoom. There is also a dictation feature available. Had a discussion about brand Loyalty. Why do people stick with a brand even if there is something cheaper. Chris gave a recipe for apple crisp.