Taking the Lead

Taking the Lead

Leader Dogs for the Blind empowers people who are blind or visually impaired with the tools for safe and independent daily travel. Our goal is to educate, advocate, and share real life experiences of those with blindness. Come learn, laugh, and grow with us.

Warm and Welcoming

On this episode we talk with Leader Dogs for the Blind's new Psychosocial Support Manager.

03-27
28:49

You Have to Start

On this episode we talk with Sam Seavey from the Blind Life YouTube channel about his work teaching others about emerging technology in the blindness and low vision field. Find Same on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@theblindlife

03-13
25:38

A Message of Gratitude

On this episode Leader Dogs for the Blind CEO and President Melissa Weisse joins us to talk about one year in her position. 

02-27
25:18

Pez Dispenser

On this episode we talk with a volunteer who is working to recruit puppy raisers and breeding hosts for Leader Dogs for the Blind.

02-13
28:56

Trust Your Gut

Happy 2025! In this first episode of the new season, cohost Christina Hepner has big news to share! We also talk with a client who is also a Leader Dog team member about her journey with Leader Dog.

01-30
28:37

Reflecting on the Year

On this episode we take a look back at the last 3 years of the podcast. 

12-12
18:54

Leader Dog Programs

On this shorter episode we catch up with Timothy on his journey from when he first came to Leader Dog until now and share about our programs and services. 

11-14
13:56

Happy Halloween

On this episode we have cohost Timothy Cuneio in studio! We catch up on life and talk about tips for navigating the holidays.

10-31
13:46

100% The Best Boy

On this episode we talk with two of six Leader Dog team members who are co-raising a Future Leader Dog. 

10-17
28:32

It Started With A Book

On this episode we talk with Dr. Graeme Harper who is a Leader Dog ambassador who’s established a student organization of puppy raisers at the college campus he works at. 

10-02
25:47

At Least I'm Not Blind

On this episode we talk with Jill Gaus is a Leader Dog client and board member. She is a licensed nurse, educator and longtime advocate for individuals who are DeafBlind. 

09-19
30:33

Moses

We talk with Alan Spaulding, a Leader Dog client who first came to Leader Dog during our 50th anniversary back in 1986 and has had a total of 6 Leader Dogs! 

09-05
24:27

It Takes a Village

On this episode we talk with volunteer Eric Walters about his volunteer role as a client and puppy driver for Leader Dogs for the Blind.

08-22
25:06

The Journal

We talk with team member Beth Dahlke and her father Karl who was a Leader Dog client back in the 1990's. 

08-08
24:36

Press the Pause Button

We talk with Client Erica Rodman on her journey to Leader, her work with disability awareness and advocacy work in her community.

07-25
32:33

Ruthless Prioritization

This week we're sitting down with Dani Landolt, the first-ever Chief Impact Officer at Leader Dogs for the Blind! We talk with her about her new position and the work she's doing at Leader Dog. 

07-11
27:56

College Ready

On this episode we talk with a GDMI and client services representative about things to consider if getting a guide dog when going to college. We also somewhat settle an ongoing debate on the podcast. 

06-27
27:49

Be Thankful for Your Toes

On this episode we catch back up with client Stuart McGregor and talk with him about his involvement with Leader Dog and his journey with blindness. 

06-13
25:59

First Stop - Margarita

On this episode we catch up with client Walker Jones while he's in class getting his first Leader Dog. 

05-30
14:27

Boston Marathon

On this episode we talk with Stuart McGregor. Stuart's story and accomplishments are truly inspiring. As a Leader Dog client and advocate, Stuart has dedicated his career to improving accessibility. He currently works as a policy analyst for Accessibility Standards Canada, creating standards to make the world more accessible for everyone. But Stuart's impact extends far beyond that. He is a three-time Paralympian and Boston Marathon champion! 

05-16
31:59

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