The Blind Chick

Rob and Penn have had quite the journey together. They met at guide dog school and have been friends ever since. One thing they bonded over was the fact that they were both involved in Lions. Hear his great story of vision loss and giving back through Lions

Penn sits down with AINC's new Podcast Producer to talk about all the new exciting things happening with Aftersight and upcoming shows and events.

This week on Aftersight Penn Street talks with Robert Lamm. Rob has had to overcome more obstacles than a ninja warrior. From battles with addiction to loss of a family member, he was put through the ringer. Somehow, he came out of it with a beautiful outlook on life. Take a listen. www.aincolorado.org www.aincolorado.org/resources Host: Penn Street Penn@aincolorado.org Producer: Jonathan Price jonathan@ainciolorado.org

Mike Hess, founder of Blind Institute of Technology, shares his journey from corporate America to starting a nonprofit staffing agency for the visually impaired. They discuss challenges in the workforce, promoting diversity, and personal growth. The host also asks fun personal questions to wrap up the episode.

On today's episode of Aftersight Penn talks with Robin Walters. Robin discusses her journey with blindness and finding her niche in training service dogs and using her gifts to help others in need. www.aincolorado.org www.aincolorado.org/resources/ If you have any questions about the show or would like to make a guest suggestion, please email: Penn@aincolorado.org or Jonathan@aincolroado.org

In this episode, Penn talks with Jeff Flodin. He has authored over 200 blogs (and still counting!) since the inception of Jalapeños in the Oatmeal: Digesting Vision Loss in 2010. He is the recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Creative Access Fellowship and his work has appeared in venues including Magnets and Ladders, The Rockford Review, Chicago Arts Journal, Kaleidoscope and the Chicago Tribune. Links to the blog and his contact info are listed below. https://jalapenosintheoatmeal.wordpress.com/ jkflodin@gmail.com https://aincolorado.org/ https://aincolorado.org/resources/

In this episode of Aftersight, our Audio technician, Evan Starnes, has conversations with seniors looking for resources for those who have vision loss or are blind. We also address suggestions on services needed to make living as a senior in this day and age easier.

Blind Warrior Sven is a Dutch video game streamer who also happens to be fully blind. His game is Street Fighter V, he’s ranked in the top 1% of players globally, and he plays completely by sound. It’s so incredible that sometimes people do not believe it - even though he wears a mask to prove he is the real deal. But Sven is so much more than a high tier gamer. He’s a kind soul who wants to bring community and joy to those around him. He’s a man with a powerful story, an even temperament, and candid honesty. Join Penn and Sven today! And, check out his links! https://www.twitch.tv/blindwarriorsven https://www.youtube.com/c/blindwarriorsven https://twitter.com/svenvandewege

Sarah works - and that’s not just to say she has a job as an accessessibility analyst. Sarah WORKS. When she decides to do something, she commits. Even when things are hard or when things maybe aren’t looking perfect, she thinks back to the word of her father and says, “Yes, I can!” That attitude led her to judo, and through judo that led her to Rio for the paralympics. It led her to take a great job in a new city. It led her to where she is today - a vibrant, interesting, engaging person who is willing to share it with the world. Join Penn and Sarah today on Aftersight! Penn@aincolorado.org