Download our Access Kit for advocacy resources at https://aira.io/advocate.

Watch Konnie’s complete video of her Lyft integration at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNahN_0Vmtk.

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Did you know that the layout of grocery stores is a science? What does that mean to you as a shopper? Christine Malek and JJ Hunt bring us the third in their series of guest podcasts, taking a trip through the grocery store with Aira. JJ takes us through a typical store layout. Then Christine and her Aira visual interpreter strike out to do some shopping. You can try it yourself at our Access Network partners like Target, Walmart, Wegmans and Meijer. Special thanks to the staff of Mike’s No Frills, the on-site location for the podcast. Want to learn more about Christine and JJ and what they do? Visit their web site at https://talkdescriptiontome.com. Learn more about visual interpreting at www.aira.io.

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In our second convention special we go to New Orleans with our presentation to the National Federation of the Blind. Staff from Service Delivery, Marketing and Sales, and Engineering talk about their roles and this year’s updates. Then CEO Troy Otillio talks AI and Aira’s involvement with Google Deep Mind’s Project Astra. Sign up to become a trusted tester at https://aira.io/projectastra.

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In the first of our convention specials we feature our presentation at the American Council of the Blind’s 2025 Conference and Convention in Dallas, Texas. Our Learning and Development Team take the spotlight to talk about how they craft training for visual interpreters and what’s in store for the future. Then CEO Troy Otillio talks AI and Aira’s involvement with Google Deep Mind’s Project Astra. Sign up to become a trusted tester at https://aira.io/projectastra. Learn more about visual interpreting at https://aira.io. Email us: airacast@aira.io

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Airacast July 2025 Convention Time!

July means it’s time to hit the road for the conventions of the American Council of the Blind and the National Federation of the Blind. Jenine Stanley and Everette Bacon go over everything you’ll need to know from traveling to and from Dallas andNew Orleans to where we are in the respective exhibit halls and when you can catch our workshops, plus a convention deal from the Customer Care team. But wait! There’s more! It’s “Aira on the Go!” With our Q3 Giveaway. Find out what you could win just by using one of our transportation-related offers.

Check out the ACB National Conference and Convention at https://acbconvention.org. Check out the NFB convention at https://nfb.org/convention.

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Many of our customers have come in contact with User Experience Researcher Dianne Howie as part of our Explorer Survey or product testing. In this episode we get to know Dianne and learn how she helps understand the relationship between people and technology. We’ve also got some important announcements to share about the Aira Explorer app and how you can be eligible to win prizes.

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Have you ever felt like a piece of luggage once entering an airport? The constant movement from one place to another can be quite frustrating. We’re thrilled to welcome back the hosts of “Talk Description To Me,” Christine Malec and JJ Hunt, for an in-depth exploration of airports. Christine and JJ delve into the various aspects of airports before embarking on a trip to Toronto Pearson International, YYZ, an Access Network partner, to demonstrate how Aira works. If you’re curious about the airports included in our Access Network, you can visit https://aira.io/partners or tap on “Browse Access Offers” on the Home Screen of the Aira Explorer app.

Want to learn more about Christine and JJ and their podcast? Visit their web site at https://talkdescriptiontome.com. Learn more about visual interpreting at www.aira.io.

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In our inaugural episode of Staff Profiles, we introduce Wendell Hennessey, who describes himself as Aira’s “Go-to Guy.” Starting as an early “agent,” he has held various roles and currently works as the IT Systems and Security Administrator. In this episode, we delve into what makes every call and interaction unique and special for him. We also get to witness some of his visual interpreting in action. Watch the entire video with Wendell and Chuck. https://youtu.be/hSFZQsAbD5A Wendell acts as visual interpreter in this visit to the Veterans Memorial Museum. https://youtube.com/live/gotYKKZdbNE

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