Category: fundraiser

To Blindly Go: Ice Cream, Leadership & the BEP

In this episode of iCantCU, I share some exciting updates and stories. First, I want to thank Renee, Dan, and Alex for supporting the NFB of Pennsylvania April raffle. It’s been a fun ride with tickets at $5 each, offering everyone a chance to win daily throughout April. Getting those tickets out, especially to our […]

Blind Justice? TV’s Vision of Blindness

In this episode of iCantCU, I share a mix of personal anecdotes and reflections on technology, media representation, and community engagement.  My weekend outing with Liz to Brio, a restaurant in the Christiana Mall, turned into an exploration of assistive technology. I intended to pick up my Mac mini. Still, I delved into the capabilities […]

Karaoke Survival for Non-Singers

In this episode of iCantCU, I explore everything from unique fundraising efforts to the power of community meetings and the challenges blind parents face. I begin with an exciting opportunity to support the NFB of Pennsylvania through a raffle with fantastic rewards. It’s a simple way to contribute and stand a chance to win, with […]

Blind Insights: From App Struggles to AI Music Magic

In this episode of iCantCU, I discuss more issues with apps and their lack of accessibility. This time, it’s Uber and ASX. Both were better than Starbucks but required workarounds or the dreaded sighted help. I also recount a fantastic afternoon with our friends at the Greater Philly Chapter. Their President, Denice Brown, invited members […]

Harrisburg Holiday Trek for the Little Blind Kids

In this episode of iCantCU, I discuss a trip to Harrisburg for a Blind Merchants and Business Enterprise Program Christmas party and fundraiser. Over $1000 was raised for the “little blind kids.” I also explain the logistics involved for me at our Keystone Chapter meeting and Christmas party at the Penn Museum. Away Suitcase Disappointment […]

To Blindly Go: My NYC Subway Adventure and Comedy Night Out

Dive headfirst into an urban odyssey on this episode of iCantCU, where I take you on a gripping tale of navigating the bustling arteries of New York City – solo! Yes, you heard that right. I braved the iconic subway alone for the first time, embarking on a quest from an Amtrak train to the […]

iCantCU x That Real Blind Tech Show: Adventures in Houston

This iCantCU episode is a cross-over with Brian Fischler and Ed Plumacher from That Real Blind Tech Show. We discuss our time together at #NFB23 in Houston. We talk about going to the Astros game on July 4th and the Listen device that gets the radio broadcast in real-time. Ed tells me the difference between […]

Uncovering the Dark Side of the Business Enterprise Program

In this episode of iCantCU, I talk about a Business Enterprise Program Zoom meeting that has soured my outlook on the program. I also mention how Ziggy’s actions in the car reminded me of several events I’ve attended when I faced where I thought the person giving a speech was located. I discuss the successful […]

Piano Bar: Keys to Inclusion

In this episode of iCantCU, I talk about filling in on hosting duties for the Third Annual Piano Bar event. It was short notice, so I had to learn about the event and the participants quickly. I also had to figure out how to retrieve the script/info since it was a live event with no […]

I Can’t See You But I Can Hear You So Why Don’t You Ask Me Directly

In this episode of iCantCU, I talk about voting in the mid-term elections and what a poll worker said to Eliz while I was standing right next to her and in front of him. I also talk about getting ready to travel to Pittsburgh for the NFB of PA State Convention. Ziggy is talked about […]

Playing The Blind Trick In NYC

In this episode of iCantCU, I talk about my trip to New York City for Laugh for Sight. I toured Madison Square Garden with All Blind League legend Nick and his girlfriend Edith, visited the American Museum of Natural History, and heard a lot of funny people at Gotham Comedy Club. You’ll hear a clip […]

My Day In Courtroom No. 10

In this episode of iCantCU, I finally got my chance to go on jury duty, and I will tell you all about it. Most people want to get out of it, but I wanted to do it. I also discuss my struggles creating graphics for the Believe You Can! talent show.  Dancing Dots Presents Believe […]

Keystone Chapter T-shirt Fundraiser Saga Continues

In this episode of the iCantCU Podcast, I talk about the Keystone Chapter t-shirt fundraiser and the problems that seem to never end. I also talk about creating podcast cover art for White Canes Connect and how I love creating graphics. Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/137 Keystone Chapter T-shirt Saga Since we decided to do a […]