2553 Eyes On Success Celebrates 15 Years (Dec. 31, 2025)
Show Notes
This year end episode features an edited version of Evan Starnes’ Blind Level Tech podcast in which he interviewed Nancy and Peter Torpey for his show. They discuss the origins of Eyes on Success, challenges in podcasting, memorable shows, rewarding connections with guests, and how the show has grown over 15 years to inspire the blind community.
Monthly Archives: December 2025
2552 Radio Reading Services in the Digital Age (Dec. 24, 2025)
2552 Radio Reading Services in the Digital Age (Dec. 24, 2025)
Show Notes
Evan Starnes, a blind audio producer at Aftersight, turned a childhood fascination with sound into a career in accessible media. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Evan about his work on podcasts like Blind Level Tech, the evolution of radio reading services, and how tools like Audacity empower blind creators to produce engaging content.
2551 Crossing Swords with Blind Athletes (Dec. 17, 2025)
2551 Crossing Swords with Blind Athletes (Dec. 17, 2025)
Show Notes
Yes, it can be done! Blind fencing combines orientation and mobility skills in unique ways. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Pat Pound, a blind fencer, about techniques, equipment, and safety. Pat explains how fencing parallels using a white cane, shares training strategies, and highlights the physical and mental benefits of the sport.
2550 AI Powers Smarter and More Accurate Navigation (Dec. 10, 2025)
2550 AI Powers Smarter and More Accurate Navigation (Dec. 10, 2025)
Show Notes
Navis is a navigation app that leverages the latest AI technology to help visually impaired users travel more safely and independently. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Liam Geschwindt, CEO of TouchPulse, about how the app uses satellite imagery, visual positioning, and conversational guidance to complement tools like guide dogs and canes.
2549 A Recipe for Resilience (Dec. 3, 2025)
2549 A Recipe for Resilience (Dec. 3, 2025)
Show Notes
Carina Comer turned her enjoyment of baking as a child and her passion for helping others into a thriving vegan Scandinavian-style bakery that employs and empowers disabled workers. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with her about overcoming blindness, navigating pastry school, and building a business rooted in accessibility, resilience, and community impact.