To celebrate my 50th birthday Imagine my so very much better half and my favorite Audio Description Artist and Friend collaborated on a fun, personal and so special gift: I share it with you now.

50 Fun Facts About Anthony Corona 1.           Born and raised in Staten Island, Anthony sports a thick New York accent that could cut through any crowd. 2.           He grew up playing baseball and other sports, but his real field is music and storytelling. 3.           Karaoke is his second home, he can grab a mic and own the stage anytime. 4.           Anthony has the magical ability to learn lyrics at the drop of a hat. 5.           He’s loud, and proud of it. His personality fills every room. 6.           Even his devices match his volume, TV, phone, music, Voice Over, you name it. 7.           He’s a huge animal lover, dogs, cats, and just about everything with fur or feathers. 8.           His dream pet is a guinea pygmy goat he plans to name Butterbeans. 9.           Pasta and chocolate cake could easily be his daily diet if you let him. 10.        Once a white wine guy, he’s now a red wine convert thanks to Gabriel. 11.        His ultimate diva is Madonna, the queen of his playlists. 12.        His diva squad also includes Kylie Minogue, Belinda Carlisle, J.Lo, and Celine Dion. 13.        He calls himself a terrible Italian because he can’t stand olives. 14.        His grandma taught him to cook from an early age, and he’s been a pro ever since. 15.        Anthony’s meatloaf is legendary. 16.        His baked ziti is another fan favorite. 17.        Cooking is never just cooking, he sings and dances the whole way through. 18.        He comes from a big, loving Italian family that shaped who he is. 19.        At heart, he’s a writer, words are his superpower. 20.        He’s also an accomplished journalist with a knack for storytelling. 21.        Pop culture is his playground, he knows more than most encyclopedias. 22.        Soap operas are his lifelong passion, he’s followed them since before he could even speak. 23.        Soap stars aren’t just actors to him, they feel like extended family. 24.        He dives into stories with full passion, whether it’s soaps, novels, or films. 25.        Anthony is an avid reader with eclectic taste across all genres. 26.        His forever favorite book is A Wrinkle in Time. 27.        Writing isn’t just a hobby, it’s his calling, and he lives it daily. 28.        Him and his guide dog, Boaty, are  even featured in the newest Guiding Emily book. 29.        Beyond writing, he’s a prolific podcaster with a smooth, magnetic voice. 30.        His voice is equal parts sexy and perfect for broadcasting. 31.        He has a love hate relationship with socks, he hates wearing them but has a collection. 32.        Around the house, shoes are optional and usually skipped. 33.        His alter ego Esther is a sharp tongued older lady from Staten Island who comes out to play. 34.        Scam callers beware, Anthony gives them a run for their money. 35.        He adores kids and dreams of having a daughter named Heaven Leigh. 36.        He stepped up as a father figure for his niece and nephew, shaping their lives with love. 37.        Nine years ago, Anthony lost his eyesight but never his vision for life. 38.        With determination, he taught himself most of his blind rehab. 39.        He knew he’d need a guide dog, and he’s still working with his first, Boaty. 40.        Boaty is just as loud and full of personality as his dad. 41.        Blindness hasn’t slowed him down, though it has left him with a few battle bruises. 42.        He has a forever open wound on his right eyebrow from hitting the same wall repeatedly, but laughs it off. 43.        Anthony loves dressing up Guido style, complete with chains and bracelets.   44.        He’s expressive, he talks with his hands, his face, and his entire body. 45.        He’s also deeply caring, tough on the outside, gooey on the inside. 46.        He’s an idea factory, always planning events, projects, and new adventures. 47.        He’s frugal but loves little treasures, especially kitchen décor like wooden spoons and fat Italian chef figurines. 48.        Dogs don’t just love him, they listen to him like he speaks their language. 49.        He always saves the last bite for the dogs and makes them line up like a proper audience. 50.        At the end of the day, Anthony is passionate, dramatic, romantic, funny, and full of life, the complete package of a lover, a friend, and a partner.Episode Notes

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Sunday Edition Show Notes September 7, 2025  This Sunday, the Sunday Edition team introduced Roberto Perez as the newest member of our family and announced a brand new offering, tentatively titled Sunday Edition: Tech Spotlight. We are excited to bring you fresh conversations at the intersection of technology, accessibility, and community.  For this first Tech Spotlight, Roberto and Anthony sat down with Envision CTO Karthik Kannan for an engaging discussion about the journey of Envision. We explored the project from its early days and app release, through the classic Envision glasses, and now to the new generation of glasses.  We asked some hard questions and got strong answers. Listeners learned what to expect when they unbox, what features are coming soon, and what might be on the horizon. Our audience joined in with thoughtful questions of their own, sparking a lively and informative exchange.  This was a deep dive into innovation built with and for the community, and the start of many more tech-centered conversations to come.  Stay connected with Sunday Edition. Join Above the Fold, the Sunday Edition news group on Facebook.    You can also subscribe to the Sunday Edition News group by emailing   [email protected].    Check out my daily reflections, tutorials, and think pieces on Substack at The Real Anthony Corona.    Catch Sunday Edition live every Sunday at 1 PM Eastern on 2020 The Beacon. Stream plays from anywhere on the website. You can ask Alexa devices to enable 2020 The Beacon. We are also available on GetMeRadio and Live365.    #Accessibility #BlindAndLowVision #AssistiveTech #AIForGood #Envision #SundayEdition #2020TheBeaconEpisode Notes

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Sunday Edition Presents:   An Intimate Evening With… Cindy Hollis Now available  wherever you get your podcasts  

This episode of An Intimate Evening With… takes us into the heart, humor, and harmony of Cindy Hollis, whom many of us affectionately consider our karaoke queen—even though she modestly resists that title. Cindy insists she’s just here to have fun and hold space for community, music, and joyful togetherness. 

That ethos has shaped over five years of Saturday night karaoke gatherings, and it's also what made this intimate evening such a powerful and memorable experience.  In this fun, vulnerable, informative, and entertaining conversation, Cindy shares her life story with honesty and joy. 

From family to faith, from unexpected turns in life direction to deep inspiration and community connection, Cindy opens up about the path that brought her here—and the people, passions, and playlists that continue to light her way.  

She walks us through her process for building connection through music and shares a carefully curated list of ten songs that reflect her karaoke journey. 

This set is a tribute to her karaoke partner in crime Mika, to the community that sings together every week, and to all of us who find something healing in sharing time, space, and song.  This is an episode about leadership, laughter, and the kind of bold presence that lifts others up while standing firmly in self-love and authenticity.  

Listen now and celebrate Cindy, community, and the magic of music with us.  

Stay connected:   Subscribe to the Sunday Edition News group by emailing: [email protected] Join the conversation in the Sunday Edition Facebook group: Above the Fold   

Check out Anthony on Substack at: The Real Anthony Corona  

Postscript   To the tune of “Caribbean Queen” 

a parody written in Cindy’s honor: Intro: Saturday night and the mics come alive,   Voices lift the room, the spirit survives,   She’s the reason we gather, week after week,   Cindy Hollis, our queen, giving love when we speak.    Verse 1:   Five years strong, and the songs still flow,   With Mika by her side, the spotlight glows,   From classics to pop, we all take our turn,   Sharing joy in the music, the lessons we learn.    Chorus:   Karaoke queen…   She facilitates our shared dream   Shepherding hearts that beat as one,   Karaoke on the run, run, run.Episode Notes

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Sunday addition presents: treading the water with Sylvia Stimson Perez,  This Sunday at 1 PM Eastern on 2020 The Beacon or later on wherever you get your podcast Anthony and the Sunday edition crew will dive into the journey, advocacy, work life, balance, and inspirations of Sylvia. We will discuss her new book the path, her journey through life, low vision and blindness have taken her and her passion projects.  About Sylvia:  Sylvia has lived her entire life with a significant visual impairment. She has been a champion of lifting up others with vision impairments her entire adult life, including spending an almost 30 year career as a leader in the blindness field, being a fierce advocate, and mentoring many. Having experienced every stage along the spectrum of visual impairment, she understands both the challenges and possibilities of living with low vision and blindness. Her journey is one of resilience, humor, and purpose.   About the Book: Treading the Waters of Life Dive into a heartfelt and uplifting narrative where Sylvia navigates life’s twists, turns, and tides with courage. Treading the Waters of Life offers readers: • Gentle but powerful life lessons infused with real-world wisdom. • Motivation to transform everyday challenges into opportunities for growth. • A thoughtful blend of vulnerability, strength, and practical guidance to help readers find their footing—even when the waters get choppy. Whether you're seeking direction, perseverance, or simply a dose of inspiration, Sylvia’s debut book “Treading The Waters Of Life” offers a buoyant anchor in today’s world.  As a first-time author, Sylvia is excited to discuss: •The inspirations behind Treading the Waters of Life. • How she transformed personal challenges into universal messages of hope. •Actionable motivation to help listeners tap into their inner strength and navigate their own life’s currents.  📖 Treading The Waters Of Life is now available: ✅ On Amazon Kindle for just 99¢ ✅ FREE download at www.TotalImpactPartners.com The website also features a NEW blog to keep the inspiration flowing!  The exercises in Sylvia‘s book are great… I’m going to try to convince her to walk us through a version of one of them on Sunday…  Go grab your free copy of Sylvia‘s book; please take a look at the Sunday edition above the fold Facebook group.  And mark your calendars for Monday night, Labor Day… For an intimate evening with… Drumroll, please…  Cindy Hollis

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Are you using artificial intelligence to power your work or your job search? Sunday Edition wants to hear from you. Join us for a lively roundtable about real-world AI use that saves time and sparks results.

We’re especially interested in hearing from folks who are:

Using AI to integrate email and calendar

Coordinating calendars with email and contacts

Summarizing meeting notes or turning threads into action items

Researching job postings, drafting tailored cover letters and resumes

Getting help with work correspondence, light editing, and tone polishing

Creating reminder systems, building to-do lists, mapping workflows and charts

Running a business with AI support, from client communication to content and reporting

If this sounds like you, come share what works, what doesn’t, and the tips you swear by. Bring your favorite examples and a sense of humor. We’ll bring the virtual biscotti and a few nerdy puns.

🎧 How to listen and join: Sunday Edition airs on 2020 The Beacon and can be heard at 2020thebeacon.com

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Sunday Edition is going LIVE for a full two-hour episode all about the national convention experience from the perspective of two major organizations — the American Council of the Blind and the National Federation of the Blind.

We’ll explore:

Standout sessions, tech, and trends

Finding your way in large-scale events

Building lasting friendships and advocacy networks

How both organizations can evolve and improve the convention experience

And yes... we’ll probably talk elevators, too.

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Join host Anthony Corona for another heartfelt edition of An Intimate Evening With. This time we welcome Nikki, who takes us on an emotional journey through her music, her life, and her story. Nikki opens up about her recording process and shares the tips and lessons she has picked up during years of performing karaoke and learning the craft of production. She also reflects on the friends and mentors who helped her gain access, build skills, and sharpen her talents into beautifully produced music. Together with Anthony, Nikki guides us through the highs, the challenges, and the joys of her creative path. Along the way expect a few surprises, including an appearance from mutual friend Jack, who brings his own warmth and perspective to the conversation. Tune in for Da Vinci, An Intimate Evening with Nikki. This is more than music; it is a glimpse into the heart of creativity, resilience, and friendship. Plus experience the bonus duet: next time I fall recorded by Anthony and Nikki, especially for this intimate evening.

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This episode of Sunday Edition takes us deep into the spiritual and ethical heart of how we live, love, and advocate within the blind and low vision community.

Titled "Do Unto Others; Love Thy Neighbor—Concepts, Skills, or a Way of Living," this powerful conversation features returning guests and cherished friends of the show: Lorna, Lorna, Mark, and Reverend DJ.

Together, we reflect on two timeless teachings:

<pre>"Love thy neighbor as thyself." — Leviticus 19:18 "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." — Luke 6:31 </pre>

But what do these teachings really mean in today's world? Are they just ideas to aspire to, or can they become intentional practices and a way of being?

And how do they play out within our own community—especially during moments of internal conflict, misunderstandings, and growing pains?

We discuss:

<pre>What it means to extend grace and compassion when systems fail us—and when our own peers do The importance of spiritual grounding in a time of isolation, political hostility, and advocacy burnout The line between righteous anger and intentional harm Navigating ableism, gatekeeping, and internalized oppression How we can disagree without demeaning, correct without condemning, and lead with love—even when it's hard </pre>

We were also joined by Sunday Edition regulars Christine, Gabriel, and Peter, whose insights and questions deepened the conversation and invited powerful reflections on how we show up for one another.

This episode is a call-in of the soul: a reminder that kindness, justice, and faith are not mutually exclusive—and that how we treat each other matters, especially in a world that often overlooks us.

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Monday at 8 PM Eastern on 2020 The Beacon

Sunday Edition and Behind the Music host Anthony Corona brings you a heartfelt blend of conversation and performance in this month’s An Intimate Evening with…, featuring the deeply talented and delightfully charming duo, Lisa and Ron Brooks. From dazzling romantic duets to expressive solo performances, Ron and Lisa shine with their love of karaoke and music-making.

But this night goes beyond the mic—we talk about their marriage, creative process, favorite projects, hobbies away from the karaoke stage, and what drives their joyful artistry. An Intimate Evening airs on the first Monday of each month on 2020 The Beacon. Don’t forget—you can also catch Behind the Music on the second and fourth Friday of every month at 7 PM Eastern, only on 2020 The Beacon. We absolutely loved getting to know Lisa and Ron, and we can’t wait to see (and hear!) what they bring us next.