Episode Summary
In this lively post-Halloween edition of The Blind Chick, hosts Penn and Moses share stories from their trivia night adventure, conventions, and travel dreams while exploring a deeper conversation about independence and companionship. From the Brain Candy Podcast trivia contest to tales of sailing, NFB conventions, and the upcoming Blind Travel Summit in Austin, this episode blends humor, honesty, and practical insight. Penn opens up about a close friend who felt crushed after being told she was “too much work” to travel with, leading to a discussion on finding compassionate travel partners, affordable accessibility options, and the idea for a new app connecting blind travelers with sighted guides. They also highlight the perks of traveling blind—from early boarding to free museum access—and urge listeners to “get out and be seen.” The episode wraps with reminders about Colorado Gives Day and an upcoming guest therapist who will share strategies for mental health and resilience.
Contact Info
Email: feedback@aftersight.org | contact@aftersight.org
Website: aftersight.org
Donate: Support Aftersight this Colorado Gives Day at aftersight.org/donate
Producer: Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight
Show Credits
Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
Producer: Jonathan Price
Presented by: Aftersight
Recording Engineer: Jonathan Price
Airs on: Aftersight Podcast Network
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Halloween Trivia with Brain Candy
04:30 – Sailing Memories and Katie Boyd’s Episode
06:50 – NFB Colorado Convention Recap
09:20 – The Blind Travel Summit Preview
11:40 – The Travel Buddy Dilemma
14:10 – Finding Independence and Affordable Travel
18:50 – Feeling Like a Burden While Traveling
21:20 – Perks of Traveling Blind
23:45 – The Travel App Idea
25:30 – “Get Out and Be Seen”
28:00 – Travel Stories and Making Connections
30:50 – Iceland, Norway, and the Aurora Borealis
33:10 – Live Recording Plans and Upcoming Guests
34:40 – Colorado Gives Day & End-of-Year Giving
35:30 – Movie Talk and Reflections on Judgment
37:00 – Closing Thoughts: Be Kind, Be Seen, Be Adventurous
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Episode Summary
In this lively post-Halloween edition of The Blind Chick, hosts Penn and Moses share stories from their trivia night adventure, conventions, and travel dreams while exploring a deeper conversation about independence and companionship. From the Brain Candy Podcast trivia contest to tales of sailing, NFB conventions, and the upcoming Blind Travel Summit in Austin, this episode blends humor, honesty, and practical insight. Penn opens up about a close friend who felt crushed after being told she was “too much work” to travel with, leading to a discussion on finding compassionate travel partners, affordable accessibility options, and the idea for a new app connecting blind travelers with sighted guides. They also highlight the perks of traveling blind—from early boarding to free museum access—and urge listeners to “get out and be seen.” The episode wraps with reminders about Colorado Gives Day and an upcoming guest therapist who will share strategies for mental health and resilience.
Contact Info
Email: feedback@aftersight.org | contact@aftersight.org
Website: aftersight.org
Donate: Support Aftersight this Colorado Gives Day at aftersight.org/donate
Producer: Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight
Show Credits
Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
Producer: Jonathan Price
Presented by: Aftersight
Recording Engineer: Jonathan Price
Airs on: Aftersight Podcast Network
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Halloween Trivia with Brain Candy
04:30 – Sailing Memories and Katie Boyd’s Episode
06:50 – NFB Colorado Convention Recap
09:20 – The Blind Travel Summit Preview
11:40 – The Travel Buddy Dilemma
14:10 – Finding Independence and Affordable Travel
18:50 – Feeling Like a Burden While Traveling
21:20 – Perks of Traveling Blind
23:45 – The Travel App Idea
25:30 – “Get Out and Be Seen”
28:00 – Travel Stories and Making Connections
30:50 – Iceland, Norway, and the Aurora Borealis
33:10 – Live Recording Plans and Upcoming Guests
34:40 – Colorado Gives Day & End-of-Year Giving
35:30 – Movie Talk and Reflections on Judgment
37:00 – Closing Thoughts: Be Kind, Be Seen, Be Adventurous
Penn and Moses sit down with Spirit Club founder Jared Ciner to unpack a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to fitness for the blind and low-vision community. Jared shares Michael’s step-by-step journey from “not for me” to thriving in group classes—proof that small wins compound. They discuss functional movement you can do anywhere (no fancy gear required), how partnerships with agencies like Aftersight expand access, and Spirit Club’s new Denver hub launching in-person programs by September. Jared also previews an NIH-supported expansion for brain-injury-friendly content and encourages “exercise snacks”—quick bursts that boost mood and momentum. Listeners get a discount with promo code AFTERSIGHT at checkout. Plus: details on Aftersight’s fully accessible Audio Trekkers Hike on September 13 in Boulder.
Contact Info
Spirit Club
Website: spiritclub.com (virtual & in-person programs; certification coming soon)
Promo code: AFTERSIGHT (discount at checkout)
Aftersight
Website: aftersight.org/hike (Audio Trekkers Hike info) • aftersight.org
General inquiries / guests: feedback@aftersight.org • (720) 712-8856
Show Credits
Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
Producer: Jonathan Price
Chapter Markers
00:00 — Cold open, Part 2 setup, Spirit Club promo + hike tease
02:21 — Michael’s story: from “nope” to group classes and front-desk greeter
04:44 — Trauma-informed, strengths-based coaching vs. drill-sergeant fitness
07:08 — Adaptive equipment? Start with bodyweight and real-life movements
09:30 — Breaking down “get up from the floor” into four learnable steps
11:56 — Garden squats, standing desks, and building everyday endurance
14:19 — Partnering with agencies; how orgs stream Spirit Club to members
16:41 — Advocacy: Spirit Club Foundation, funding access, pro certification
19:03 — Join the movement; Denver hub launches in-person by September
21:27 — “Everybody can move”: mood, support, and 100% progress stories
23:51 — Penn’s dance class win; connecting mental and physical health
26:12 — “Exercise snacks”: five-minute bursts that change your day
28:34 — Call-to-action: try Spirit Club, use AFTERSIGHT, and join the Sept 13 hike in Boulder
The Blind Chick
Episode Summary
In this lively post-Halloween edition of The Blind Chick, hosts Penn and Moses share stories from their trivia night adventure, conventions, and travel dreams while exploring a deeper conversation about independence and companionship. From the Brain Candy Podcast trivia contest to tales of sailing, NFB conventions, and the upcoming Blind Travel Summit in Austin, this episode blends humor, honesty, and practical insight. Penn opens up about a close friend who felt crushed after being told she was “too much work” to travel with, leading to a discussion on finding compassionate travel partners, affordable accessibility options, and the idea for a new app connecting blind travelers with sighted guides. They also highlight the perks of traveling blind—from early boarding to free museum access—and urge listeners to “get out and be seen.” The episode wraps with reminders about Colorado Gives Day and an upcoming guest therapist who will share strategies for mental health and resilience.
Contact Info
Email: feedback@aftersight.org | contact@aftersight.org
Website: aftersight.org
Donate: Support Aftersight this Colorado Gives Day at aftersight.org/donate
Producer: Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight
Show Credits
Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
Producer: Jonathan Price
Presented by: Aftersight
Recording Engineer: Jonathan Price
Airs on: Aftersight Podcast Network
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Halloween Trivia with Brain Candy
04:30 – Sailing Memories and Katie Boyd’s Episode
06:50 – NFB Colorado Convention Recap
09:20 – The Blind Travel Summit Preview
11:40 – The Travel Buddy Dilemma
14:10 – Finding Independence and Affordable Travel
18:50 – Feeling Like a Burden While Traveling
21:20 – Perks of Traveling Blind
23:45 – The Travel App Idea
25:30 – “Get Out and Be Seen”
28:00 – Travel Stories and Making Connections
30:50 – Iceland, Norway, and the Aurora Borealis
33:10 – Live Recording Plans and Upcoming Guests
34:40 – Colorado Gives Day & End-of-Year Giving
35:30 – Movie Talk and Reflections on Judgment
37:00 – Closing Thoughts: Be Kind, Be Seen, Be Adventurous
