Speaking Out for the Blind

Many television viewers in Louisiana and America may remember Carl Arredondo. Carl was a television meteorologist. He worked for both The Weather Channel and WWL-TV in New Orleans for over thirty years. During his on-air career, Carl was gradually losing his vision. Carl was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa. Carl lost so much of his vision that he retired from WWL-TV and weather forecasting in 2019. This change in his life didn’t stop Carl from living life to the fullest. Carl joins us to tell his story.

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: 

https://www.wwltv.com/article/news/carls-journey-eyesight-problems-started-early/289…

According to the Optical Delusion Podcast, Thea Loekeboe is a visually impaired competitive swimmer. Thea is from Norway. She came to America to study at the University of Arizona in Tucson. And Thea is participating in para swimming with the University’s Adaptive Athletics Program. She joins us to talk about her swimming pursuits and educational goals. 

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KGUN-TV recently reported on Chirs Desborough’s accomplishments as a blind person. Chris has retinitis pigmentosa. And Chris is currently the Deputy Chief of Staff for Paul Cunningham. Paul is the Council Member for Ward Two in Tucson, Arizona. Chris will talk about his blindness and work as Deputy Chief. 

More info related to this week’s show: 

KGUN-TV story on Chris- https://www.kgun9.com/news/local-news/local-advocate-turning-his-disabilities-into-abilities

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Golf Magazine is talking about Tyler Cashman. He is an aspiring visually impaired golfer from New Jersey. Tyler is here to talk about golf and how his relatives inspired him to play the sport.

More info related to this week’s show: 

Golf Magazine article on Tyler Cashman- https://golf.com/news/blind-golfer-competing-at-u-s-adaptive/?srsltid=AfmBOopQljG9UpNpd2NUMm0xOpp79MuXF7sTWVdIze0yclvFtZMmP_89

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Retinal Implant- August 21st, 8PM Eastern (ACB Media 1) and repeats throughout the next seven days 

The San Francisco Chronicle reports that a Stanford University scientist and ophthalmologist has invented a prosthetic retinal implant. The implant is the first to improve vision in older adults with a common form of blindness. The implant’s inventor is Dr. Daniel Palanker. And Dr. Palanker will join us to talk about the device. 

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: 

https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/patients-get-vision-stanford-tech-21116556.php …

The Austin FC, or Football Club Soccer Team, Soccer Assist, 4ATX Foundation, and PSCI have teamed up with the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. They’re building the first blind soccer pitch in Texas. To talk about the new pitch is Soccer Assist Founder Dr. Aaron Rochlen and 4ATX Foundation Executive Director Kaitlin Mauro. 

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: 

https://www.austinfc.com/news/4atx-foundation-unveils-soccer-pitch-at-texas-school-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired

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KOLD-TV reports that a new school for the blind is coming to downtown Tucson, Arizona. It is called the Tucson School for the Blind. Here to talk about the school are Araceli (Nani) Peach, her father Derrall, and School Director Kate Scally. 

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: 

KOLD-TV story on Tucson School for the Blind: https://www.kold.com/2026/06/06/new-school-visually-impaired-students-opening-tucson/  

The Tucson School for the Blind: https://tucsonschoolfortheblind.org  

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CBS Minnesota reports that Twin Cities Blind Sailing is making sailing dreams come true for the blind and visually impaired living in the Minneapolis area. Twin Cities Blind Sailing founder Katy Boyd is here to talk about her sailing pursuit. 

More info related to this week’s show: 

Twin Cities Blind Sailing- https://twincitiesblindsailing.org

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind 

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We’re talking with one outstanding blind woman. She’s worn multiple hats and achieved a lot. She is a teacher, writer, athlete, motivational speaker, and recipient of the prestigious Helen Keller Achievement Award. And Kathy is here to talk about her great life. 

More info related to this week’s show: 

Kathy Nimmer’s website- https://kathynimmer.com

Ways to Connect to Speaking Out for the Blind 

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Waymo is bringing their self-driving cars to Washington, DC. The National Council on Independent Living is celebrating the important moment. The organization says that it’s a significant opportunity in advancing accessible transportation for all people with disabilities. The Council’s Executive Director, Theo Braddy, is here to explain how Waymo will help the blind and visually impaired travel around their communities. 

For more info related to this week’s show, go to: https://speakingoutfortheblind.weebly.com/list-of-episodes-and-show-news/for-more-information-episode-387-waymo-comes-to-washington-for-the-blind …