Legally Blind, Historically Iconic, and Somehow Still Better at Photos Than Us

1) Episode Summary
 

In this episode of The Blind Chick, Penn and Moses Street jump into a fun, honest, slightly chaotic, and very human conversation about YouTube, listener comments, meaningful memories, photography, and the legacy of blind and low-vision creatives. After a hilarious “take two” opening, Penn and Moses celebrate the show’s move to YouTube and thank listeners for the growing engagement and heartfelt comments. 

The conversation moves into a personal question about favorite photos, which leads Moses into a powerful reflection on how people often dislike photos not because of how they look, but because of how they feel when the camera captures them. Penn shares one of her favorite images Moses ever took of her at the sand dunes, describing it as a symbol of freedom and stepping into a new chapter. 

From there, the episode highlights Matthew Brady, the famous Civil War photographer and portrait artist who experienced significant vision loss. Moses shares how Brady built a team of photographers, documented the Civil War, photographed major historical figures, and helped shape the way Americans visually remember that era. Penn and Moses connect Brady’s story to other low-vision photographers they have known, reminding listeners that creativity does not disappear when vision changes. 

The episode closes with a strong encouragement for blind and low-vision listeners to get outside, socialize, create, move, and be part of what Moses calls a “blind renaissance.” Penn also invites Colorado listeners to join Aftersight and Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind for a walk at Cherry Creek State Park on May 30, and both hosts encourage listeners to leave comments, send feedback, and share stories of historical figures with vision loss. 

2) Contact Info 

The Blind Chick / Aftersight
Website: aftersight.org
Email: feedback@aftersight.org
 

Event Mentioned
Aftersight and Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind walk
Date mentioned: May 30
Location mentioned: Cherry Creek State Park
Registration: aftersight.org, under the events button
 

Producer
Jonathan Price
Podcast and Program Producer, Aftersight
Email: jonathan@aftersight.org
Phone: (720) 712-8856 

3) Show Credits 

Show: The Blind Chick
Hosts: Penn Street and Moses Street
Produced by: Jonathan Price
Organization: Aftersight