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Jeanine Stanley will share a big announcement from Aira and talk about the Envision glasses; access partnerships; and more. Anthony has been testing the glasses and will invite surprise guests. Lori Scharff and Mike Godino have been providing benefits counseling to individuals for over 10 years. They will talk about employment networks as part of the Ticket to Work Program through the Social Security Administration.

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Anthony welcomes Kenneth Semien back to the show to introduce the 2020, 2021, and 2022 classes of DKM First Timer and JP Morgan Chase recipients. We will explore the journey of these 2 programs; the induction of the select honor society; and hear from our new leaders about their experiences and how they will grow in their leadership. Byron, Becky, and Wanda were unable to join us in person in Omaha. We will get to know them a little bit. Join us live with your questions for these dynamic new leaders.

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In the first hour, Anthony welcomes David Goldfield, assistive technology enthusiast and accessibility champion. David will share his fascinating story. In the second hour, Cecily Nipper talks about her journey being elected as the youngest president in Georgia and shares her impressions of the national convention.

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Anthony welcomes Rachel Schroder, Gabriel Lopez Kafati, and Terry Pacheco to let you get to know them and answer your questions on their leadership goals and experience.

Rachel, the Immediate past president of the IllinoisCouncil of the Blind, is dynamic and brings fresh ideas to the table.

Gabriel Lopez Kafati serves as current President of BPI and is our first openly gay, naturalized citizen to serve on the board bringing a wealth of leadership experience to his new role.

Terry hosts VISAbilities on Fridays on ACB Media 1; is our informal historian; and manages to marry the traditions of ACB with great energy to grow the organization while adhering to our mission.

Anthony looks forward to engaging our new representatives and hearing your great questions.

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Anthony was kind enough to give 1 episode of Sunday Edition up for this years ACB Auction. Andrea DeKlotz was the lucky winner so she got to host this episode. In the 1st hour Andrea and some of her buddies gather to talk "All Things Convention". In the 2nd hour we heard from 3 influential women of ACB. Join us and enjoy this very special episode of Sunday Edition with Andrea DeKlotz. Anthony will be back next week!

# Join Anthony for the annual post convention wrap up. Learn who Ryan Cordell, audio-visual master extraordinaire is and how he assisted the ACB Media team. You can also provide your feedback about the hybrid convention. What sessions really stood out? How was the virtual versus the in-person experience? Were resolutions too much for one day? What would you like the convention planning team to consider next year? ACB staff and volunteers worked tirelessly to make sure that the convention could be enjoyed seamlessly by everyone.

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Anthony catches up with Get Up Get Moving and gets to know the Dynamic Ladies behind Writing Works Wonders. When the Community Calls began no-one expected the reach and diversity we would experience. Cheryl and Cathy lead a informative, fun and engaging call each week called Writing Works Wonders. Hear their stories and what’s next for this staple of our community. Terry Suarez from the Get Up Get Moving Campaign will share her story and journey to FCB and ACB and what the campaign has planned for Convention and beyond. Stay tuned for a very special announcement.

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Join Anthony to celebrate two years of Sunday Edition, for which he is grateful beyond words. Sunday Edition belongs to everyone. Anthony will walk down memory lane and have special guests to share songs. Please share what Sunday Edition has meant to you; taught you; or why you listen.

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Mothers come in so many forms. Celebrate the birth, chosen, and circumstantial Mothers who have loved, nourished, and shaped our hearts. Tell us about the Mothers in your life, and celebrate the incredible women who lead families; change lives; and are the comfort and strength for so many of us. Anthony also welcomes friend to the show, Pam Shaw, as we ask the question, “As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, how can ACB and our amazing community support emotional well being in and out of our community?”

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This week we will be collecting and collating Messages for our brothers and sisters in Ukraine. Sunday Edition is partnering with Amnesty International to send these messages of hope that will be integrated into their world-wide campaign. Beginning in May we will coordinate donations that will also be sent when the re-building process begins.

Then we will segue into a discussion of our mental health and emotional well being as the Pandemic wanes and the processes of figuring out the new normal. Have you noticed how many people are on edge? Are we so quick to judge? What lasting effects will this dark time leave on our collective and individual emotional well being. How can we self care and care for those around us?