Hadley Presents

Hadley (podcast@hadleyhelps.org)

Listen in as we get the inside scoop from experts on a wide range of topics unique to vision loss. We will ask the questions that get to the heart of the matter for you... And have some fun along the way. Our host is Ricky Enger. To listen to this show on the telephone, call (847) 558-1317.Have an idea for a show? Contact us at podcast@HadleyHelps.org

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September 17 · length unknown
Getting Ready to Vote with Vision Loss
With voting season here, we're bringing back this helpful episode. Vision loss can make voting a little trickier, so we look at different ways to cast your ballot and find an option that works for you.
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September 3 · length unknown
Watching TV with Vision Loss: What Can Help
Watching TV can get frustrating when vision changes, but a few adjustments can make a difference. The Hadley team talks about simple changes to your setup, easier ways to manage remotes and menus, and options like audio description that can help you enjoy your favorite shows.
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August 20 · length unknown
Cooking After Vision Loss
In this encore episode, we chat with and learn from members of the Hadley community. Dia Kraft and Don Pojman share their own tips and tricks for continuing to cook after having lost some vision.
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August 6 · length unknown
Staying Active with Vision Loss
Missing walking, running, or just spending more time outdoors because of vision loss? Hear how one Hadley member found his way back through Achilles International, and learn how guides, community, and a little encouragement can help you get moving again.Resource mentioned in this podcast:Achilles International
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July 23 · length unknown
Tech Tools for Vision Loss, From Low to High Tech
Encore episode. Ever wonder which tools professionals with vision loss use in their daily lives? Wonder no more! Join Sam Seavey, creator of The Blind Life YouTube channel, as he shares the tools he loves.Website mentioned in the podcast:The Blind Life YouTube Channel
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July 9 · length unknown
Volunteering After Vision Loss
Sometimes the best way forward is to lend a hand. Char Cook and Linda Jenkins share how volunteering opened new doors, created lasting friendships, and reminded them that vision loss doesn't change what they have to offer.
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June 25 · length unknown
Air Travel and Vision Loss
In this encore episode we're joined by James Ashworth, vice president of customer care at Southwest Airlines, who is also living with macular degeneration. From navigating airports to making the most of airline assistance services, we talk about ways to make air travel with vision loss a little easier.
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June 11 · length unknown
Affordable Computers for Vision Loss
Need a computer but worried about cost? Not sure what technology will work best with your vision loss? Marci Duty from Computers for the Blind joins Ricky to discuss affordable computers and iPads, instruction, tech support, and how to find the right setup for your needs.Resources mentioned in this podcast:Computers for the Blind
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May 28 · length unknown
Tapping Back into Laughter After Vision Loss
From awkward encounters to everyday mishaps, humor can help reframe some of the challenges that come with vision loss. Ricky talks with guest John Hewitt about finding the funny moments, laughing at yourself, and using humor as one more tool for navigating life.
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May 14 · length unknown
Home-Based Tech Tools: What Really Helps When You Have Vision Loss
There are many tech tools designed for use in your home, but what are they, and are they even worth it? Listen in as Ricky and Steven Scott of Double Tap share which gadgets they use in their homes and why. Learn how some home-based tech tools can make everyday life a little easier.Resources mentioned in this podcast:Double Tap Podcast
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April 23 · length unknown
Tackling Paperwork and Forms with Vision Loss
From doctors' offices to taxes, forms and paperwork are just part of everyday life. Filling them out can take more time and patience when you're living with vision loss. In this episode, we're joined by Sam Seavey of The Blind Life as we share tips, tricks, and words of wisdom to make this common headache a little less frustrating.The Blind LifeHadley's Magnifier Series
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April 9 · length unknown
Reading After Vision Loss: It's Still Possible
One of the first things that can become more difficult after you've lost some vision is reading. There are many options and tools that can help, but what's right for you? In this episode, members of the Hadley community share what's worked for them, from magnifiers and large print to audiobooks, braille and various apps.Resources mentioned in this podcast:National Library ServiceHadley Presents Episode on NFB-NEWSLINEHadley's Reading with Vision Loss Workshops
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March 26 · length unknown
Adjusting and Coping with Vision Loss Together
Vision loss looks different for everyone, and each person adjusts in their own unique way. But you don't have to face this journey alone. In this episode, we talk about our new Adjusting and Coping Together video series. Blending real stories from members of the Hadley community with coping strategies many have found helpful, these videos address the emotional toll vision loss can have and offer ways to work through these common challenges.Here's a link to the videos: Adjusting and Coping TogetherAdjusting and Coping Together
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March 12 · length unknown
Golfing with Vision Loss
Golf is a pretty visual game, but that hasn't stopped some members of the Hadley community from getting out on the course. In this episode, Jan Ober and Judy Messina explain how they've adapted their game as their vision changed. They share practical tips, from marking clubs and choosing the right golf balls, to finding supportive playing partners.Resources mentioned in this podcast:United States Blind Golf Association
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February 26 · length unknown
Staying on Top of Your Health When Vision Changes
Monitoring your health is important, but it can be challenging when you can't clearly see the numbers on a scale, thermometer, blood pressure monitor, or glucose meter. In this episode, Hadley's Ricky Enger and practical help specialist Steve Kelley share low- and high-tech tools, from talking devices and apps to simple tracking strategies, to help you confidently manage your health with vision loss.Resources mentioned in this podcast:Talking Oral Digital ThermometerTalking Body ScaleA&D Talking Blood Pressure MonitorHadley's Managing Diabetes Series
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February 12 · length unknown
Thinking About a Guide Dog?
In this episode, we chat with two members of the Hadley community who use a guide dog. How did they decide? And what do they want others to know when considering this furry mobility option?Resources mentioned in this podcast:Hadley's Guide Dog SeriesGuide Dog Users, Inc. (GDUI)
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January 29 · length unknown
An Easier Way to Shop Online With Vision Loss: InnoSearch AI
Shopping can be a challenge after vision loss. Even online options can be difficult to navigate. That's why the team at Innosearch AI created their platform. This free service, designed specifically for people facing vision loss, makes it much easier to shop for a wide range of items, whether online or even over the phone.How to Access Innosearch AIInnosearch.ai855-746-7478
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January 15 · length unknown
Best of 2025: Tips, Guests and Topics
Which episodes really made a difference for the Hadley community? Which ones did folks keep coming back to? Here's what truly popped in 2025.Featured Episodes in the podcast:Cooking after Vision LossAir Travel and Vision LossVision Loss and DepressionTech Tools for Vision Loss, From Low to High TechArtificial Intelligence (AI) and Vision Loss
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January 1 · length unknown
Getting Organized After Vision Loss
Vision loss can make getting and staying organized tricky. Tune in to hear tips from the Hadley team. Learn the routines and habits they've developed to stay organized, less stressed, and safe in their homes.
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Dec 18, 2025 · length unknown
Religious Services and Vision Loss
In this encore episode, Pastor Scott Himel, who himself has low vision, shares practical tips for participating in religious services, no matter your level of vision.
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