Épisodes

  • 13 - Eyes Closed Mind Open - This Was Not in the Job Description: From Accounting to CEO
    Jan 21 2026

    What happens when an accounting job turns into leading a statewide nonprofit? In this episode, Hannah is joined by Lauren Branch, the CEO of NewView Oklahoma, for a relaxed and engaging conversation about her journey to leadership, the growth of NewView and her passion for advocacy. They share stories, laugh a little and reflect on what makes this work so meaningful.

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    58 min
  • 12 - Eyes Closed Mind Open - Season's Eatings!
    Dec 16 2025

    With the holiday season in full swing, the kitchen becomes the heart of the home–but for people who are blind or visually impaired, cooking and baking can feel intimidating. In this episode, we're joined by two guests who are blind and two Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants as we talk about building confidence in the kitchen. From practical tips and adaptive tools to holiday traditions and a few laughs along the way, this conversation is all about showing that cooking is possible, empowering, and even fun–no vision required.

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    51 min
  • 11 - Eyes Closed Mind Open - Oklahoma Dance Foundation
    Oct 28 2025

    In this episode, we sit down with the Oklahoma Dance Foundation to explore how their partnership with NewView Oklahoma began and how they adapted their teaching to include students who are blind or have low vision. We talk about the learning curve, the unexpected joys of inclusive dance, and the importance of representation in the arts. They also share details about the upcoming Fall Dance Bash happening at NewView, an event you don’t want to miss!

    For more information about the Oklahoma Dance Foundation visit their website: oklahomadancefoundation.org

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    34 min
  • 10 - Eyes Closed Mind Open - Parenting blind children: A real world perspective.
    Oct 21 2025

    In this episode, Hannah sits down with parents of blind and low vision children to talk about the early days of diagnosis, navigating support systems, and finding confidence along the journey. From daily routines to advocacy, to unexpected moments of joy, these parents share honest experiences and encouragement for anyone raising or supporting a blind child.

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    50 min
  • 09 - Eyes Closed Mind Open - From Struggle to Strength: Cheryl’s Story
    Oct 1 2025

    Cheryl Rayburn shares her story of coping with vision loss—the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the hope she found along the way.

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    43 min
  • 08- Eyes Closed Mind Open - Keys to Work Camp
    Aug 13 2025

    Keys to Work attendees talk about their experiences throughout the two-week camp. They discussed the independent living skills, orientation & mobility (O&M) training, job shadowing, cooking, and all the fun they had along the way.

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    34 min
  • 07- Eyes Closed Mind Open - Paterson-Compton Transport Delivery Services
    Aug 6 2025

    George Paterson shares how his company helps provide transportation and delivery services to blind and low-vision Oklahomans.

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    32 min
  • 06-Eyes Closed Mind Open-Audio games with Liam Ervin
    Jun 17 2025

    Liam Ervin talks about how he became an audio game developer and the importance of audio games for the blind and low vision community.

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    37 min