Visions of BVA

About Visions of BVA

Visions of BVA" is a dynamic and engaging podcast dedicated to exploring the rich stories, challenges, and achievements within the Blinded Veterans Association community. Through compelling narratives, insightful interviews, and the latest developments in accessible technology, this podcast aims to illuminate the diverse experiences of blind veterans, offering education, inspiration, and a sense of connection. With special episodes featuring influential guests and coverage of significant events, "Visions of BVA" serves as a pivotal platform for advocacy, awareness, and camaraderie among veterans and the visually impaired community at large.

Publisher

Blinded Veterans Association

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Feb 2024

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

43 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   BVA Bulletin – Summer 2026 Volume 81, Number 3

   In this special bulletin edition of Visions of BVA, we present the complete audio version of the Summer 2026 BVA Bulletin (Volume 81, Number 3). Inside this issue, BVA National President Wade Davis reflects on his first year as National President and the Association's continued growth, while Executive Director Lea Rowe discusses the strength of BVA's collective voice and advocacy on behalf of blind and low vision veterans. The legislative update examines current veterans legislation, benefits, accessibility, VA health care, and issues affecting the blind veteran community. Technology and independence are major themes throughout this edition. The Bulletin explores the Meta AI app and accessibility features available with Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses, along with Meta's nationwide effort to provide the glasses to blind and low vision veterans and BVA's role in training and distribution. This issue also takes a closer look at VA Blind Rehabilitation Centers and the life-changing skills, confidence, and independence veterans can gain through blind rehabilitation. Additional features cover adaptive sports and recreation, tandem cycling, the National Veterans Golden Age Games, TSA PreCheck eligibility for certain disabled veterans, BVA's rapidly growing membership, the VISOR Care Review program, the Ambassadog comic book project, scholarships, regional activities, member achievements, veterans benefits, and stories from across the BVA community. Whether you are a blinded veteran, family member, caregiver, rehabilitation professional, or supporter of the blindness community, the Summer 2026 BVA Bulletin offers news, resources, advocacy updates, technology, and stories highlighting the people and programs of the Blinded Veterans Association.

2. 

   1 Sept 2026

   Finding the Puck: Craig Fitzpatrick on Blind Hockey, Leadership, and Purpose

   In this episode of Visions of BVA, host Steve Baskis sits down with blinded Air Force Veteran Craig Fitzpatrick, author of Finding the Puck: Leadership Lessons from My Journey Through Blind Hockey. Craig shares his journey from the U.S. Air Force Academy and military service to being diagnosed with Stargardt disease and confronting the loss of his vision, his career, and a familiar sense of identity. Years later, an unexpected introduction to ice skating opened the door to blind hockey and helped change the direction of his life. Steve and Craig discuss what "finding the puck" means both on and off the ice, the long process of rebuilding identity after vision loss, and the difference between discovering what you can still do and discovering what you can help others do. Craig also shares how teaching blind adults and children to skate and play hockey gave him a renewed sense of service and leadership. The conversation explores the growth of blind hockey, Craig's work helping build programs across the country, his experience playing for Team USA, and the effort to expand the sport internationally with the goal of someday bringing blind hockey to the Paralympic Games. For blinded veterans searching for purpose after military service or vision loss, Craig offers a simple challenge: when you are having a difficult day, find a way to make someone else's day better. Learn more about the Blinded Veterans Association at bva.org.

3. 

   1 Aug 2026

   Blind Golf and the United States Blind Golf Association

   How does someone who is blind play golf? In this episode, Steve Baskis explores the world of blind golf with two guests from the United States Blind Golf Association. Bob Banks, President of the United States Blind Golf Association, discusses the organization's history, mission, and the opportunities it provides for blind and visually impaired golfers. He also explains how new golfers, volunteers, coaches, and supporters can become involved. Brian Oglesbee, a completely blind golfer and USBGA member, shares his personal experience with the sport. He talks about working with a sighted coach, trusting the process, and what keeps him returning to the game. This conversation offers a closer look at blind golf, adaptive sports, and the opportunities available to people who are blind or visually impaired. To learn more about the United States Blind Golf Association, visit usblindgolf.com (http://usblindgolf.com/).

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

24,945

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 58 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

74

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.