Hadley Presents: A Conversation with the Experts

Hadley Presents: A Conversation with the Experts

Listen in as we get the inside scoop from experts on a wide range of topics unique to vision loss. We will ask the questions that get to the heart of the matter for you... And have some fun along the way. Our host is Ricky Enger. To listen to this show on the telephone, call (847) 558-1317. Have an idea for a show? Contact us at 847-784-2870 or podcast@HadleyHelps.org

Episodes

Everyday Choices That Can Influence the Course of Eye Disease

October 23, 2025
Ever wonder if there's more you could be doing to support your eye health? Dr. Sophie Bakri, retinal surgeon and chair of ophthalmology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, joins us to discuss everyday choices that can influence the course of eye conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma.
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Monitoring Macular Degeneration from Home: Notal Vision

October 9, 2025
We talk with the CEO of Notal Vision about a home-based monitoring tool that alerts your eyecare provider to potential disease progression. This device can help you stay on top of your eye health between doctor visits.Bonus: Stay tuned! One of the most popular episodes from our sister podcast, Insights & Sound Bites, will automatically play after this interview.Websites mentioned in the podcast:ForeseeHome AMD Monitoring Progra...
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Vision Loss and Depression

September 25, 2025
Ophthalmologist Dr. John Shepherd joins us to talk about the connection between vision loss and depression, what signs to look for, and how to get the support you need.
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Tech Tools for Vision Loss, From Low to High Tech

September 11, 2025
Ever wonder which tools professionals with vision loss use in their daily lives? Wonder no more! Join Sam Seavey, creator of The Blind Life YouTube channel, as he shares the tools he loves. Website mentioned in the podcast: The Blind Life YouTube Channel
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A Chat with a Retina Specialist

August 28, 2025
Dr. Mathew MacCumber from Illinois Retina Associates joins us to discuss common problems that can affect the retina (macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinitis pigmentosa, to name a few). What should you ask your doctor to make sure you get the most from your eye doctor visits? What is he excited about for the future of treatments in his field? Ricky asks those questions and more. Website mentioned in the podcast: ...
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Finding Emotional Support with Vision Loss

August 14, 2025
Losing vision is a loss. It often brings feelings of grief, anger, and sadness. It can help to know you're not alone and that there are things you can do to help you through the rough patches. In this episode, we talk about Hadley's Adjusting & Coping Together virtual support groups. These small groups offer a space to speak openly, connect with others who are also experiencing vision loss, and learn a few things you can do ...
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Transportation Ideas from the Hadley Community

July 31, 2025
On a previous episode, we shared ideas on how to get around town after vision loss has made it more difficult. We also introduced a feature to the show called Ask Your Neighbor. We invited the Hadley community, your virtual neighbors, to contribute ideas on the topic of transportation beyond the car keys. And the community responded with some great ideas. Tune in to hear what we've learned from you.
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Specialists for Low Vision

July 17, 2025
This week we sit down with Dr. Laura Miller, a low vision optometrist. Dr. Miller's specialty is to help low vision patients get the most functionality of the vision they have, whether that's high-power lenses, advice on which magnifier to use, or the best lighting for the task at hand. To find a low vision specialist near you, visit The Vision Council Foundation's Low Vision Prescriber Network.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Vision Loss

July 3, 2025
Whether you're navigating a new environment, reading a menu, or shopping, an AI app or gadget may be just the ticket to help if you've lost some vision. But which one is the best one? In this episode, we share practical tips on which tools we turn to for different tasks. We'll share our experiences with Seeing AI, Be My Eyes, Aira, and Meta glasses in particular.Resources mentioned in this podcast:Be My EyesSeeing AIAiraMeta Glasse...
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Finding Transportation Options After Vision Loss

June 19, 2025
For many, vision loss means giving up the car keys and with that can come complexity, inconvenience, and frustration, among other challenges. We chat with two members of the Hadley community, Dia Kraft and Tara Perry, as they share some of the creative solutions they've found. From rural areas to urban environments, they offer some valuable perspectives about growing more comfortable and confident while navigating life after vision...
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Shopping with Vision Loss

June 5, 2025
Listen in as Hadley team members share tips, tools, and their favorite apps to help make shopping a little easier for people with vision loss. Resources mentioned in this podcast: Hadley’s Grocery Shopping Series Hadley’s Taking Notes Workshop Hadley’s Seeing AI Series
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Braille for Everyday Tasks

May 22, 2025
Braille is often only associated with how people with no vision are able to read books. But there are many other ways braille may be of use, even for those who still have some vision. In this episode, members of the Hadley community share how they have found braille to be helpful in their everyday lives.
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