In this episode, podcasters sit down with Charles McCartney, a Missouri machinist, KSSB parent, and advocate for students with special needs. Dan, Ty, Tavi, and Mr. Christian discuss overcoming adversity as a parent, legislation that helps like the BRITE Act, (lind Students' Right to Independence, Training, and Education), the Expanded Core Curriculum, and more ..read more

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This time on Discover Podcasting, KSSB students interview one of our own, Ms. Stephanie Smith, a IA in our dorms, an art teacher in Kansas City Kansas Public Schools, and an all around creative person ..read more

Marcus travels all over the country speaking to medical groups about his experience as a patient after a horrific car crash in which he lost his vision. He has published several books and has a master's degree in Narrative Medicine - he helps others heal from traumatic experiences by sharing their story. He currently lives in Florida and teaches at the University of Notre Dame on the topic of Narrative Medicine to a variety of medical professionals and educators ..read more

Dan Oates, the coordinator of Space Camp, talks about how it started; how it was adapted for the visually impaired; and some of the highlights he has experienced ..read more

Jen Houston is the community relations manager for UMB Financial Corporation where she works to create opportunities and to be a resource for associates looking to get involved in their communities. During this episode of Discover Podcasting at KSSB, Jen shares with us her job at UMB, and how the bank helps the community in a variety of projects. The connection with KSSB is also discussed. Follow Discover Podcasting's Socials: Twitter: @kssbpodcast Instagram: @kssbpodcast KSSB's Twitter: @kansasblind ..read more

During this podcast, Jordyn Walker shares about the challenging events in her life and the decision to set a positive path for herself. When others set limitations, she loves to prove them wrong. She talks about her experiences with Braille and learning technology after losing her vision at 15. Jordyn plans to attend the University of Central Missouri in the fall. You can follow Jordyn on Twitter @_blind_bandit_, and you can find her on Instagram @the_real_jay_walker ..read more

In the first of two parts, Addie, Callie, Iris, and Vivi discuss how they listen to and experience music, from concerts to their personal playlists ..read more

Summers is Director of Accessibility at SAS, the market leader in analytics software and services. The SAS accessibility team enables people of all abilities to access the power of analytics. He also serves on the Advisory Council for the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and the North Carolina Board of Education Advisory Council for the Governor Morehead School for the Blind ..read more

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