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The Blind Chick

The Blind Chick

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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
Episodios
  • Blind AF: Part 1 with Shawn Cheshire

    Blind AF: Part 1 with Shawn Cheshire
    Aug 14 2025
    In Part 1 of our bold and moving conversation with Shawn Cheshire, Penn and Moses explore her remarkable journey from a difficult childhood in South Texas to breaking barriers as one of the first women in her Army specialty, and later serving as an EMT and paramedic. Shawn shares with raw honesty about growing up without love or nurture, surviving abuse, and how the voice of her grandmother’s encouragement shaped her resilience. She recounts her military service as a helicopter armament systems mechanic, the challenges of proving herself in a male-dominated field, and her transition into emergency medical services. The episode builds toward the life-changing on-the-job brain injury that left her blind, as Shawn reflects on the events, traumas, and triumphs that shaped her into the unstoppable athlete and advocate she is today. This is a gripping start to a story you will not forget.

    Contact Info
    Guest: Shawn Cheshire — https://www.shawncheshire.org/
    Aftersight: feedback@aftersight.org | (720) 712-8856 | aftersight.org/podcast
    Producer: Jonathan Price: Jonathan@aftersight.org

    Show Credits
    Hosts: Penn Street & Moses Street
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Executive Producer: Aftersight
    Recorded for: The Blind Chick — An Aftersight Original Podcast

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Introduction & Content Warning
    02:14 — Why "Blind AF" and the Power of Shawn’s Story
    03:15 — Childhood in South Texas & Early Trauma
    06:40 — Joining the Army at 17 to Escape
    08:20 — Breaking Barriers as a Female Helicopter Armament Mechanic
    11:23 — Injuries, Discharge, and Moving Forward
    13:47 — Surviving Abuse & Planning an Escape
    16:10 — The Grandmother’s Voice That Saved Her
    18:32 — EMT Training and Leaving in the Middle of the Night
    20:49 — Life as a Paramedic & Finding Purpose
    22:53 — The Accident That Changed Everything
    25:19 — Diagnosis, Vision Loss, and the Long Road of Recovery
    27:15 — Closing & Preview of Part 2
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    27 m
  • From “Nope” to Next Rep Part 2 with Jared Ciner

    From “Nope” to Next Rep Part 2 with Jared Ciner
    Aug 7 2025
    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
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    29 m
  • Fitness Is a Human Right: Spirit Club with Jared Ciner

    Fitness Is a Human Right: Spirit Club with Jared Ciner
    Jul 31 2025
    In this lively and heartfelt episode of The Blind Chick, Penn and Moses recap their recent blindfolded cornhole tournament, sharing laughs, insights, and the importance of focus in blind navigation. Their conversation segues beautifully into the main interview with Jared Ciner, founder of Spirit Club, a fitness organization on a mission to make physical health accessible and inclusive for all people, regardless of ability.
    Jared shares the personal and professional journey that led him to create Spirit Club, a revolutionary platform that offers both live and on-demand fitness classes designed with accessibility at their core. He discusses the human right to fitness, building confidence through adaptive movement, and why taking up space—physically and socially—is an act of empowerment.
    Penn shares her own experiences with Spirit Club, explaining how it has not only helped her stay active but also helped her build confidence in moving freely as a person with vision loss. Jared also dives into Spirit Club’s group exercise experience, technology innovations, community impact, and the belief that fitness is not a privilege—it’s a right.
    🔗 Contact Information:
    Guest: Jared Ciner
    Website: https://spirit-club.org
    Aftersight Contact:
    📧 feedback@aftersight.org
    📞 (720) 712-8856
    🌐 https://aftersight.org

    🎟️ Register for the September 13 Audio Trekkers Hike:
    https://aftersight.org/hike

    🎧 Listen to more episodes:
    https://aftersight.org/podcasts/the-blind-chick

    ⏱️ Chapter Markers:
    00:00 – Welcome to The Blind Chick + Cornhole recap
    02:10 – Sound, focus, and how blind folks dominated the game
    04:30 – Why blind folks listen better (and win more)
    06:55 – Introducing Jared Ciner and Spirit Club
    08:50 – Jared’s story: Psychology, fitness, and a missing link
    11:15 – Building an accessible fitness platform from scratch
    13:45 – What “inclusive fitness” actually looks like
    16:20 – Online classes, group sessions, and on-demand options
    18:30 – Penn’s personal story: building confidence through movement
    21:00 – Creating authentic connection through live-class recording
    22:45 – The mission: Fitness is a human right
    24:30 – Taking up space, building confidence, and pushing back against shame
    26:00 – Final thoughts + Promo for Spirit Club and Aftersight Hike
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    27 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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