Penn, Moses, and Paul unpack the subtle social shifts that come with using a cane or guide dog — how these tools can change perceptions overnight, even among family and close friends. Paul brings his trademark humor, reminding listeners that adaptability is less about eyesight and more about problem-solving — like speed-solving a Rubik’s Cube with your fingertips and your mind.
They also celebrate The Blind Chick’s recent IWIS International Award win for “On Location Production” and invite listeners to get out, get seen, and get moving at Aftersight’s fifth annual Audio Trekkers Hike — happening September 13th in Boulder, Colorado.
Stay tuned for part two, where Paul will share more about the world of speed-cubing, accessible tech, and the surprising places life’s puzzles can take you.
⏱️ Chapter Markers
00:00 | Welcome & IWIS Award Celebration
02:16 | The Audio Trekkers Hike — September 13th
04:35 | Meet Paul Martz — Diagnosed with RP at 13
06:50 | Family Role Models & Early Acceptance
09:11 | College, Depression & Finding Counseling
11:28 | The First White Cane — Fears & Reactions
13:39 | The Cane as a Social Signal
15:56 | Family & Friends: How Perception Changes
18:21 | Humor as Survival Tool
20:29 | From Programming to Writing Sci-Fi & Braille Books
22:34 | Adapting in the Early PC Era
24:40 | Transition to Screen Readers & Braille
26:55 | Final Reflections — The Puzzle Keeps Turning
29:00 | Closing & Hike Reminder
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