What if a guitar could be navigated by touch? In Episode 15, mother-and-son makers Renee Rausch and Tristan Berg share how NVision Guitars is opening new possibilities for blind and low-vision musicians with handcrafted guitars and a tactile navigation system.They reflect on the inspiration behind the company, the challenges musicians face when instruments rely on sight, and how prototypes and player feedback shaped their work. The conversation also looks at outreach through the American Council of the Blind, the lessons of building a purpose-driven business, and their vision for a more inclusive future in music.Learn more:NVision GuitarsAmerican Council of the Blind Conference and Convention
13 Sept 2026
Building Accessibility: The Cookie Voice App with Daria
Jessica Dale welcomes Daria, the creator of the Cookie Voice application, designed to enhance accessibility for all users. Daria shares her inspiration for developing the app, emphasizing its focus on making technology accessible to everyone. The conversation highlights the excitement surrounding the app's launch and the challenges of app development, including financial hurdles. Daria discusses future plans for the app, including community recipes and partnerships aimed at supporting the blind and visually impaired community.
Chapters:
00:00:13 - Introduction to the podcast and guest
00:01:34 - Inspiration for cookie voice
00:03:30 - Accessibility focus of the app
00:08:29 - Launch of the cookie voice app
00:18:01 - Empathy through technology
00:29:26 - Future plans for the app
00:30:20 - Invitation for partnerships
00:31:31 - Challenges of app development
00:32:26 - Initiatives for the blind and visually impaired
00:32:56 - Cooking independence for the visually impaired
00:33:37 - National convention for the blind community
00:34:24 - Website for Cookie Voice Recipes
Website: www.cookievoiceapp.com
Email: chef@cookievoiceapp.com
Instagram: @CookieVoiceApp
25 Feb 2026
Rebrand announcement
Just a quick announcement about our rebrand & a new way to leave feedback.
4 Dec 2025
Episode 12:Getting to know Jason Castonguay
In this episode, we chat with my great friend, Jason Castonguay!
If you wish to contact him, you may do so in the following ways:
Email: jcast77@gmail.com
Website: www.jasoncastonguay.com
Ham radio call sign: KC1QVT
Facebook: Search “JCast” without the quotes
Mastodon: Jcast432@mastodon.social
X: @JCast
18 Nov 2025
Episode 11:Getting To Know Terrell Jones
In this episode, we get to know my good friend, Terrell Jones. He works as a call center representative. He is also a licensed ham. His call is KF4YNI.
You can reach him by email at:
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9 Nov 2025
Episode 10:Let’s meet Austin seraphin
Episode Overview
In this episode, we get to know my good friend, Austin Seraphin, who is a ham radio operator. In fact, that’s how we met!
Learn More About Austin Seraphin
• Visit his website:austinseraphin.net
• Read his ham radio story:ka3ttt.net
Contact
• Email:austinseraphin@gmail.com
27 Oct 2025
Episode 9:Let’s Meet Cecily Laney Nipper
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20 Oct 2025
Episode 8:Getting to know Eric Kosten
You can reach him by email at: \
22 Aug 2025
Episode 7:Let’s Meet Barry Maust
Episode Notes
Notes go hereIn this episode, we chat with former Southern gospel musician Barry Maust.
Listen & be inspired.
Use the contact info at the end of the episode to reach out to him if you'd like to learn more about him &/or his ministry.
Call our brand new listener line to leave feedback or questions at 8103732968.
15 Apr 2025
Episode 6:Getting to know Christopher Wright
In this episode, we get to know my good friend, Christopher Wright. He owns an audio editing business, which he'll speak a little about toward the end. You can reach him by sending an email to
28 Jan 2025
Episode 5:Getting To Know Aaron Richmond
In this episode, I interview my friend, Aaron Richmond. He is a ham. His call is KQ4FFR. He teaches English as a second language. He is also a podcaster. You can find & follow his show by searching, “Aaron’s Opinion” wherever you listen to podcasts. You may also search Facebook & YouTube using that term as well.
12 Dec 2024
Episode 4:Let’s Meet John McCann
In this episode, I interview my good friend &; ham radio elmer, John McCann.
You can contact him in the following ways:
email: john@jamsite.net
Mastodon: @JohnMcCann@tweesecake.social
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnkw4u
1 Nov 2024
Episode 3:Let’s meet Trent Ferguson
In this episode, we chat with Trent Ferguson, who is a good friend of my guest from episode 1.
I love his outlook on life & I'm sure you will too!
1 Oct 2024
Episode 2:Let’s Meet Kat Bottner
In this episode, we meet Kat Bottner. Her & I had just met, prior to this interview.
16 Aug 2024
Episode 1:Let’s meet Greg Lindberg
In the inaugural episode of my new podcast, I interview my great friend, Greg Lindberg.
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