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 Welcome to "The Blind Chick," where hosts Penn and Moses Street navigate the world of vision loss with humor, heart, and resilience. Penn, who began her journey into vision loss at the age of nine, is joined weekly by amazing members of the blind community sharing stories of hope, love, and triumph. Conversations range from informative insights to tales of denial and grief, forming a supportive community. Join us to discover that life doesn't end with vision loss; it's an opportunity to thrive. Subscribe now for a podcast that goes beyond challenges to showcase the vibrant and resilient lives led by "The Blind Chick" community. It's time to embrace life, laugh, and learn that there is indeed life "AFTER sight." This service is made possible by generous donations. Consider supporting us at www.aftersight.org to help keep these resources free. Aftersight also provides free white canes, support groups, and more, all thanks to contributions from our community.2021 Ciencias Sociales
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  • A Shot at Life: Zach Tidwell’s Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption

    A Shot at Life: Zach Tidwell’s Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption
    Jun 5 2025
    In this powerful and emotional episode of The Blind Chick, Penn and Moses welcome Zach Tidwell, a blind Marine Corps veteran, suicide survivor, and resilience advocate whose story will leave you speechless—and ultimately inspired.
    Zach opens up about his time in the military, the deep emotional wounds following betrayal and traumatic brain injury, and the dark spiral into alcoholism and isolation that followed. At his lowest point, Zach attempted to take his own life and survived a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. His recovery, however, would become a testimony not only to medical miracles but to the power of community, perseverance, and purpose.
    This is part one of a two-part episode. While today's conversation dives into the pain and trauma Zach endured, next week’s episode will celebrate the transformation—highlighting how Zach rebuilt his life, embraced his blindness, launched a podcast (Going In Blind), and became a voice of hope for others battling mental health challenges.

    ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of depression, suicide, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.

    ⏱️ Chapter Markers:
    00:00 – Intro: Blindness is an adventure
    00:27 – Summer vibes, camping, and introducing Zach Tidwell
    02:46 – A “Hollywood” journey: the setup before the turnaround
    05:12 – Military legacy and why Zach joined the Marine Corps
    07:26 – Deployment betrayal: The Jody story and its aftermath
    09:53 – Motorcycle accident and traumatic brain injury
    12:07 – Downward spiral: alcohol, depression, and impulse
    14:26 – Functioning alcoholic with hidden pain
    16:39 – Faking wellness: snowboarding, dirt bikes, and silence
    19:00 – The Marine mindset: Suffer in silence
    21:23 – March 27: Holding a gun to his head
    23:49 – Family fallout and silence during visits
    26:32 – March 31: The suicide attempt
    28:52 – Jonathan’s close and preview for part two
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    30 m
  • Dr. Charles Powell: Breaking Stereotypes, Building Legacy (Part 3)

    Dr. Charles Powell: Breaking Stereotypes, Building Legacy (Part 3)
    May 29 2025
    In this powerful conclusion to our three-part series with Dr. Charles Powell, we dive into his inspiring story of perseverance, professionalism, and pride. Charles shares a transformative moment in his career—an interview that turned into a life-changing opportunity with one of the largest oil and gas companies in the country. With authenticity and passion, he breaks down the stereotypes placed on the blind community—both from the outside world and within.
    We talk about technology, independence, appearance, work ethic, and the need to raise the bar—not just for others to see what’s possible, but so our own community stops selling itself short. Dr. Powell also opens up about the influence of his blind grandfather, who ran a working farm with grit and dignity long before there was assistive technology.
    This episode is a rally cry to challenge assumptions, claim our value, and celebrate the unsung mentors whose stories shaped us long before hashtags or headlines.

    Key Topics Covered:
    How Dr. Powell landed a role with a billion-dollar company
    Challenging and embracing stereotypes in the blind community
    Personal pride, grooming, and presentation as advocacy
    Honoring the legacy of blind family members who paved the way
    The role of representation in media and mentorship
    The growing movement of disability pride and leadership
    Why we must let go of control and allow purpose to grow organically

    Quotable Moments:
    “I didn’t do all this to prove I was blind and could do it. I did it because I wanted to contribute to my family.” – Dr. Charles Powell
    “We need to break our own stereotypes before we expect the world to.” – Dr. Charles Powell
    “You don't need a big start. Just start. The movement is already growing.” – Penn Street

    Chapter Markers:
    00:00 – Welcome and Introduction to Part 3 with Dr. Charles Powell
    01:08 – Charles Returns to Finish His Story: The Job Interview That Changed Everything
    03:40 – Showcasing Assistive Tech in the Interview
    05:15 – The Surprise CEO Reveal and Job Offer
    06:55 – Working for a Billion-Dollar Company
    08:20 – Breaking Stereotypes from the Inside
    10:30 – Blind Pride: Dressing, Grooming, and Showing Up
    12:05 – Public Perception vs. Blind Capability
    13:40 – Changing the Narrative Within the Blind Community
    15:05 – Penn Reflects on Representation and Role Models
    16:30 – Building a Movement: Connection, Advocacy, and Collaboration
    18:25 – Celebrate the Wins and Keep the Fire Burning
    20:00 – Charles on Legacy: Honoring His Blind Grandfather
    23:00 – The Real Motivation: Family, Not Fame
    25:10 – Penn on Learning from Her Mom’s Low Vision Journey
    26:30 – Closing Remarks and Call to Action
    28:00 – Gratitude for the Audience and Aftersight Team
    28:45 – Final Encouragement: Be Kind to Yourself and Others

    Final Words from Penn:
    “To all our listeners: thank you for making The Blind Chick a top-ranked show. Your ratings, your shares, your belief in what we’re doing—it’s everything. This week, be kind to yourself. Be kind to someone else. It’s good for your soul.”

    Connect with Dr. Charles Powell:
    You can find Dr. Powell and his organization, Divine Visions, online to learn more about his advocacy, consulting, and business support services.

    Stay in Touch:
    Follow The Blind Chick on your favorite podcast platform, leave a five-star review, and join us next week for another empowering conversation.

    Produced by:
    Jonathan Price at Aftersight | jonathan@aftersight.org | (720) 712-8856
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    28 m
  • Dr. Charles Powell Part 2: Blindness, Brilliance, and Building Your Own Table

    Dr. Charles Powell Part 2: Blindness, Brilliance, and Building Your Own Table
    May 21 2025
    In this inspiring second part of our conversation with Dr. Charles Powell, we dive deeper into his story of perseverance, grit, and triumph over systemic barriers. From taking the ADA bus to business college to washing dishes at Chick-fil-A while earning his third master’s degree, Dr. Powell shows us what it really means to defy expectations. When the world wouldn't hire him, he founded Divine Visions, a legal consulting business rooted in justice, faith, and service.
    Dr. Powell unpacks the stigma blind individuals face in employment and challenges the notion of being "overqualified." He also shares the heartwarming story behind the name Divine Visions and how it reflects both his spiritual purpose and his unwavering clarity of vision. This episode is packed with real talk, legal advocacy, a splash of apple pie, and a whole lot of hope.

    Contact Us:
    📧 feedback@aftersight.org
    📞 (720) 712-8856
    💬 Send us your questions or comments for Penn, Moses, or any of our Aftersight hosts!
    Follow & Rate:
    ✅ Don’t forget to hit the five-star rating and subscribe!
    📱 Join us on Facebook: The Blind Chick

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 – Welcome Back & Shoutout to Penn and Moses
    01:05 – Charles Shares How He Enrolled in Paralegal School
    02:45 – Learning Together: A Blind Student Meets Unsure Professors
    04:48 – From 4.0 GPA to a Bachelor's and Beyond
    06:50 – Applying for Jobs While Studying—Even as a Dishwasher
    09:10 – The Chick-fil-A Hustle and Dishwasher Excellence
    11:30 – Launching Divine Visions: When the System Says No
    13:55 – Meaning Behind the Name ‘Divine Visions’
    16:30 – Justice, Poverty, and a Slice of Apple Pie
    18:55 – Consulting for the Same Offices That Rejected Him
    21:00 – Overqualified? Or Just Threatening to the System?
    23:20 – Why Blind Workers Make the Best Employees
    25:45 – From Chick-fil-A to Corporate Oil and Gas: The Hook for Part 3
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    28 m
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Man, this is good. The hosts really engage with their guests. Penn Street really knows the people of the low-vision/blind community and presents us with very inspirational life stories. You do not have to have vision impairment to be inspired by these interview guests.

Inspirational!

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