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The Unmute Podcast Network is a group of podcasts focused on technology for blind and visually impaired users. Marty Sobo and Michael Babcock began hosting Unmute Presents with ACB Community. The show covered tech updates, JAWS tips, BlindShell Classic 2 tutorials, app reviews, and more. They answered tech questions from members of community. While the unmute presents shows and calls no longer take place, the Unmute Podcast Network features various podcasts related to technology for the blind. Podcasts focus on a variety of topics, including MacOS and Voiceover, iOS, Braille, Windows tips using all types of screen readers and more. Join the conversation at Unmute Show.

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  • Tuesday · 1 hr 3 min

    Learning Blind Tech PresentAble Full Demo

    In this episode of Learning Blind Tech, Jonathan demonstrates several features of the PresentAble application. This is a packed episode. You will be amazed at how PresentAble can really make your Power Point presentations shine!! You can get in touch with me by emailing: desiree@desireerenae.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • October 12 · 29 min

    Learning Blind Tech Demonstration Of Accessible Auphonic

    In this episode, I discuss and demonstrate using the online audio service Auphonic in a new way. I have been using auphonic for my podcast work for over a year now and while it is pretty usable, I wanted an easier way to interface with the service to polish my audio productions. Several weeks ago, I vibe coded just that, a fully accessible desktop interface to work with auphonic. I talk about the process in this episode and walk through basics of presets, auditioning settings and creating a single track production. Read the story behind Accessible Auphonic and download Accessible Auphonic I would like to publicly thank Brian Hartgen for offering his skills, patience with me as I learn, and help to bring this to life. I would also like to thank my husband Jonathan Simeone for his unfailing support and encouragement, inspiring me to reach for the moon. I would love to hear from you. Email me at: [desiree@desireerenae.com] This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • October 4 · 48 min

    Learning Blind Tech Interview With Jonathan Simeone On PresentAble

    In this episode of Learning Blind Tech, Desiree sits down with Jonathan Simeone and discusses a new app called PresentAble, which makes it possible to create fully accessible, readable and visually appealing presentations. Read about the product: https://hartgenconsultancy.com/introducing-presentable-a-new-way-for-blind-people-to-create-check-and-understand-powerpoint-presentations/ Jonathan created this application in partnership with Hartgen Consultancy. You can find out more and how to preorder it at: https://hartgenconsultancy.com/presentable/ We also briefly demonstrate navigating the main screen and the presentation creation process. We are very excited about this app! It will be a game changer for blind people who need to create presentations completely independently using JAWS. This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • September 24 · 35 min

    Learning Blind Tech Catching Up and Creating Powerpoint Presentations With ChatGPT

    It has been almost half a year since Learning Blind Tech has been produced. There is a lot to catch up on and Desiree takes time to do that before getting into the "meat of the episode," creating presentations using ChatGPT. Desiree demonstrates how to prompt ChatGPT to help create an accessible, presentable hopefully, slide deck to present at a conference. Then she will go through the slide presentation ChatGPT created and discuss the results. Desiree can be reached for questions and feedback at: desiree@desireerenae.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • April 7 · 23 min

    Digital Bytes Belarc Tool, Accessibility Tips For Microsoft Powerpoint, and Using The Windows Snipping Tool For Screen Recording

    In this episode, we have tips for Microsoft Windows features. First, Chris shows us a tool called belarc that will give you information about your device. You can basically get a snapshot of the system, including model information and installed software. Next, Jonathan goes through a few settings in Microsoft Powerpoint that you will want to be sure to configure for optimal accessibility. Finally, Desiree uses the snipping tool feature available in Microsoft windows to make screen recordings, including system and microphone audio. This is a great built-in option for recording screen reader demos with video that can then be imported into an editor like Reaper or Clipchamp for editing. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/d2be70c1-f51c-4516-9a83-fadfea95dd76 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • March 17 · 31 min

    Digital Bytes Installing And Using NVDA Audio Manager Addon, Implementing Accessible Template Into Powerpoint, and A New Resource For Reading

    In this episode of Digital bytes, we are once again giving you some great tips. First, Desiree demonstrates how to find, install and use the NVDA Addon for managing audio devices. Next, Jonathan continues his series on Microsoft Powerpoint and shows you how to work with the accessible template that was created last episode with the help of ChatGPT. Finally, Chris talks about a new resource she has discovered for reading books. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/905d9c24-901b-46b6-b947-4184ada85456 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • March 3 · 22 min

    Digital Bytes Using ChatGPT To Create Powerpoint Templates, Creating And Calling Groups In IOS, and Hey ChatGPT What's That App

    In this episode of Digital Bytes, we have some more tips for you. First, Jonathan shows us how to use ChatGPT to create usable and accessible Powerpoint Templates. Next, Desiree shows how to create a group in the messages app on iOS and how to call the group. Finally, Chris shows how to avoid endlessly searching the Apple or Google stores for apps by using ChatGPT to make that process easier. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/177c1506-8705-40b2-8d18-fa5b42cbab1d This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • February 17 · 19 min

    Digital Bytes Writeage For Markdown Conversion Into Word, Editing Home Screen On IOS, and Accessing Inaccessible PDF Files Using ChatGPT

    In this edition of Digital Bytes, we once again provide a diverse set of tips. First, Jonathan discusses a tool called Writeage that installs into Microsoft Word. Writeage seamlessly converts markdown files into formatted, structured Microsoft Word documents. Next, Chris walks us through editing the homescreen on IOS. This is especially handy because you can keep all of your apps organized, either into folders, or on pages of your homescreen. Finally, Desiree delves into something we all are sadly very familliar with; incaccessible PDF documents. There is help available through ChatGPT and Desiree demonstrates how using this can change the way you think of PDF's. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/8fecc5d4-f08b-45ee-b8c7-9fa1c07ea191 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • February 3 · 27 min

    More On Zoom Podtrak P4 Next And A Little More Reaper

    In this episode of Learning Blind Tech With Desiree Renae, we talk more about accessibility and AI Noise Reduction of the Zoom Podtrak P4 Next. We also add a touch of reaper, demonstrating how to import files from the recorder into tracks. We even talk a bit about the Zoom Essential line of recorders. Read transcript

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  • February 3 · 23 min

    Digital Bytes Icloud Settings, Markdown Basics and JAWS Page Explorer

    In this episode of digital bytes, we once again have three helpful tips. First, Chris talks about settings in Icloud and how you can customize them to sync accross Apple devices. Next, Jonathan begins a series on markdown, starting with some basic formatting tips. Finally, Desiree demonstrates JAWS page explorer for workplace purposes; only available for now under JAWS Professional licenses. Read transcript

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  • January 23 · 11 min

    Digital Bytes Welcome To 2026

    Welcome to 2026. We are starting the year out announcing a few changes. I also offer one tip for this episode if you are interested in reading math content. Read transcript

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  • Nov 24, 2025 · 26 min

    Digital Bytes Innosearch App On iPhone, Creating Tables In Microsoft Word, And A Walk-through Of Quartiles

    This episode is a little longer than usual, but packed with some helpful information and tips. First, Desiree discusses and demonstrates the Innosearch app for iOS. She ran into some accessibility barriers and is hoping to help Innosearch make their app better. The two features highlighted are: adding an address in your profile, and chatting with Innosearch through cobrowse AI about a product. Next, Jonathan walks through creating and editing tables using Microsoft Word. He gives some helpful tips to set up table properties so that your table is accessible across pages in your document. Finally, Chris closes us out with some fun. She will show a word puzzle game in iOS called Quartiles. It is very accessible and a lot of fun. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/98470340-1208-4f65-8e49-112dc2233ae0 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • Nov 16, 2025 · 23 min

    Digital Bytes Mouse Echo With JAWS, Layout Of Zoom P4 Next, and Settings In Microsoft Word For Accessibility

    In this episode of digital bytes, we offer tips and info on a new audio recorder. First, Desiree talks about the mouse echo feature in JAWS. We go through how to enable it in default settings and then using layer commands to toggle mouse echo options. Next, Chris goes over the layout of the new Zoom P4 Podtrack Next recorder. This unit features voice guidance, which enable blind users to change settings and menu options accessibly. Finally, Jonathan goes over some preferred settings in Microsoft Word to make the program more efficient when using Jaws or any screen reader. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/8b4fbaf7-d610-4a83-86a8-0736cb8ba186 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • Nov 14, 2025 · 35 min

    Learning Blind Tech With Desiree Renae

    In this episode of Learning Blind Tech With Desiree Renae, I demonstrate three features in the organizer menu of the braille sense 6. One thing to note is that I had taken the address list off of my menu manager, so the order of tools may differ slightly. I will show how to use the todo list, schedule manager and the database manager. As always, feel free to submit feedback or contact unmute with any questions. You can email: feedback@unmute.show Read transcript

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  • Nov 10, 2025 · 28 min

    Digital Bytes Exploring The Libby App For iOS, Content Describer For NVDA, and Tracking Changes In Word

    We are back after some time off due to computer problems. This episode is a little longer, but it is full of a lot of fantastic information. First, Chris demonstrates using the Libby app available from her Public Library with iOS. You will get an idea of how the app is laid out and works in searching for, reading samples of and borrowing books. Next, Desiree shows an addon for NVDA called AI Content Describer. You can haveNVDA describe images, controls, your screen and more. Finally, Jonathan walks through setting up and using track changes in Microsoft word. He will have some tips you can use to more effectively collaborate with sighted colleagues using track changes. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/89508c61-dfee-4cd2-8bcc-07b0d0b999f6 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • Oct 29, 2025 · 17 min

    At Your Fingertips Braille And Apple, Site For Children's Braille Books and The Ongoing Braille Debate

    In this episode of At Your Fingertips Braille Then And Now, Chris discusses 3 points: Apple and Braille; Braille access use cases and resources to find out more about the feature. Seeinghands.org A site where you can purchase Braille books and dictionaries. The ongoing Braille debate; Should it be automatically taught to blind children? Is it ever too late to benefit from learning/using Braille. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/4c5bf0d1-2eec-452f-bb84-823f00ead501 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • Oct 20, 2025 · 22 min

    Digital Bytes Adding and Working With Comments In Microsoft Word, Settings For Notes App In iOS, and The JAWS Virtual Cursor

    Here is another episode full of tips for several things. First, Jonathan will discuss using comments in Microsoft Word. There are many complex things that can be done with comments, these are some basics on how to add, edit and delete comments. Next, Chris will take us to the settings of the Notes app in iOS. The newest iOS updates have added some handy features in Notes and you can manage them in settings. Finally, Desiree discusses the JAWS virtual cursor. What is it? Why would you want to turn it off when the default for JAWS is to have it turned on? Desiree shows two scenario’s where turning off the virtual cursor enhances access to some features. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/11a4467a-83cf-47bf-8b9c-a59b74ada6af This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network. Read transcript

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  • Oct 16, 2025 · 32 min

    Learning Blind Tech Basics With Microsoft Narrator

    # In this episode, we walk through the settings area of narrator, change voice options and set some default behaviors. Then we look closely at the quick start guide for Narrator. Read transcript

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