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Kirsten French, Guide ... full 15b89b2a-b2bf-461f-859f-2870868de54e Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 1478 false false 59 Orientation using Tech and Remote Assistance What happens when guide dog travel meets emerging technology, and the right human support? In this episode of Central Bark, we explore how tools such as smart glasses, smartphones, and remote as... full bc33c7c3-0ff6-4097-a833-080c91218ee2 https://www.guidedogs.com/podcasts Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 false false 58 The Heart of the Partnership: The Relationship Behind the Harness What makes the bond between a guide dog handler and their dog so unique? In this episode, we explore the deeply layered relationship at the center of every guide dog partnership; one built not o... full 57175fc7-2386-4aad-88e2-fdf364319630 https://www.guidedogs.com/podcasts Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000 false false 57 Communicating With Your Dog Dogs are always communicating; we just have to learn how to listen. In this episode, we explore what it really means to communicate with our dogs and how strong, trusting relationships are built... full a5e23844-e462-4313-985b-599f10294d16 https://www.guidedogs.com/podcasts Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 false false 55 Ky Wiese, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Orientation and mobility training is essential to safe, confident, and independent travel for people who are blind or visually impaired. In this episode of Central Bark, an on-staff Certified Orien... full 46a6f01a-8755-4138-97e0-c6adda33c9c5 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 1409 false false 54 International Guide Dog Federation In this episode of Central Bark, we’re joined by David Maynard, Executive Director of the International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF), and Susan Armstrong, Vice President of Client Programs at Guide ... full 9168d1d3-e45f-40ce-9b3d-b43fca4f019e https://www.guidedogs.com/podcasts Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2302 false false 54 Careers and Canine Connections 2026 In this episode of Central Bark, host Theresa Stern explores Careers and Canine Connections, a unique program empowering young adults who are blind or visually impaired to navigate careers, indepen... full 8c00babe-0aa1-4638-a6a5-4826669e21fd Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1241 false false 53 Annual Update with Christine Benninger In this annual update episode of Central Bark, host Theresa Stern sits down with Guide Dogs for the Blind President and CEO Christine Benninger for a candid conversation about the organization’s im... full 815d44fb-9850-454d-be85-341697d9db98 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 1558 false false Senior Dog Care Welcome to a special bonus episode of Central Bark. Today, we’re excited to share a live recording from our GDB Alumni Reunion focused on Senior Dog Health and Care presented by GDB Registered Vete... bonus f9e3c696-37f6-4b36-a3a0-295a01a81486 https://www.guidedogs.com/podcasts Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000 false false Mindfulness Moment Welcome to a special bonus episode of Central Bark: A Podcast by Guide Dogs for the Blind. Today, we’re sharing a powerful live recording from a mindfulness workshop led by Dr. Jason Doorish during... bonus f3706273-ef77-4b04-954c-bf4f8ca534d3 https://www.guidedogs.com/podcasts Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 false false 52 Ted Henter, A Pioneer in Access Technology Meet Ted Henter, the legendary creator of the JAWS screen reader. Ted’s pioneering vision and commitment to accessibility helped open the digital world long before it was the norm. His work paved t... full b5027d39-2e1a-4d65-920a-2adb21f75982 https://www.guidedogs.com/podcasts Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 false false 51 Science meets Service: The Future Generations of Guide Dogs Meet Lauren Holtz, Guide Dogs for the Blind's Breeding Program Manager! Lauren sits down with Theresa to talk all things guide dogs, from puppy raising to the science of purpose breeding future gen... full bfd52792-72f0-4925-9655-cc0b93d83884 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 false false 50 Ask the GDB Experts We love getting questions from our listeners, so for this episode, we asked GDB staff (the real experts!) to answer some of the most common questions that you send us. Hear from our Canine Welfare ... full a0082b66-8c62-47e6-addb-ac96269e4e4f Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 false false 49 Paralympic Gold Medalist, Olivia Chambers Catch up with GDB Client and Paralympic Gold Medalist, Olivia Chambers, and her guide dog, Mahi. Since graduating from GDB, Olivia has completed college, won GOLD and two SILVER medals in the Paris... full d04ecda5-fd39-4eab-9136-3d3dee030d33 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 false false 48 Introducing Rocio! A personal discussion about guide dog retirement, applying for a successor guide dog, and what it’s like to form a bond with your new partner. Theresa’s guest will be Apprentice Guide Dog Mobility ... full cb8ab8ab-36da-45eb-9d37-98b53eec3622 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 false false 47 GDB Alumni Association and 2025 Alumni Reunion Theresa talks with Amy Salger, GDB's Alumni Engagement Manager, to talk about the unique role that our Alumni Association plays in supporting our clients and building community. They also discuss p... full b3d6c980-6119-4fc1-bf09-0c36c07e3701 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 false false 46 Building Brighter Futures Theresa sits down with Guide Dogs for the Blind VP of Client Programs, Susan Armstrong, and architect George Miers to discuss the planned renovation of our Oregon Campus Residence and Community spa... full 15354f82-ce78-44dd-9115-aea186703b11 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 false false 45 The Future of Puppy Raising Raise a puppy, change a life! Theresa sits down with Sarah Blevins, GDB Director of Puppy Raising, to talk all things puppy! From the team's approach to research and canine welfare to all the ways ... full 37cb9902-e6f6-42b3-9314-f5ff4e14a595 guidedogs.com/podcast Tue, 06 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1444 false false 44 Careers and Canine Connections 2025 Back by popular demand! Let's revisit our interview with Richard Rueda and Jane Flower about Careers and Canine Connections ahead of our 2025 season. Plus, hear from client Alana Ambrosecchia about... full 381f6f62-36e3-475f-b1a9-48dea8cadbc0 guidedogs.com/podcast Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1051 false false 43 2025 Annual Update with Christine Benninger Guide Dogs for the Blind President and CEO, Christine Benninger is back on Central Bark to share thoughts and reflections on 2024 and exciting news about 2025. full 83d5868c-dcb2-460c-a40d-bde047547469 guidedogs.com/podcast Mon, 10 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 1401 false false 42 Meet Faith Snapp Meet GDB Client Faith Snapp and her guide dog Prim. Faith sat down with host Theresa Stern to talk about her history with Guide Dogs for the Blind, her leadership role in FFA, and her future plans ... full 6ed151d3-3c16-4c28-a56f-ca4d5a2259cd Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1292 false false 41 GDB is 100% Donor-Supported Did you know that GDB is 100% donor-supported and that we receive no government funding? Find out how GDB is able to offer our programs and services at no cost for clients thanks to the generosity ... full aaeddd02-1414-4b0f-8118-2d2ecceabcbb Fri, 06 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1181 false false 40 The Impact of Rideshare Denials on Service Dog Handlers Guide Dogs for the Blind surveyed its alumni in the US and Canada to identify common experiences with rideshare denials. In this episode, GDB Alumni Association Manager, Amy Salger, and Lead Resear... full 15083c3b-f33c-41d8-8193-5ae07843014b guidedogs.com/podcast Tue, 04 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000 1293 false false 39 Access and Representation in the Entertainment Industry Television and film producer Joe Strechay joins Theresa on Central Bark to talk about accessibility and inclusion in the entertainment industry. Joe was a producer on All The Light We Cannot See wh... full 7aa16707-021c-4346-a3cf-da85ff4c4718 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +0000 1515 false false 38 Canine Socialization Have you ever heard that its important to socialize your dog? What does this mean, exactly? Socialization is often used when discussing dog behavior, but what is it?! Join us as Theresa talks to Dr... full aa151a60-aab1-4203-a825-3b5cbc0509c7 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 1315 false false 37 "Career Changed" and GDB Dog Placement In this episode, we're answering one of your most common questions. "What happens to the dogs who don't become a guide dog or K9 Buddy?" Theresa sat down with James Dress, GDB's Dog Placement Progr... full 9c9d6871-adbb-4709-8895-c110b730a9b3 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1495 false false 36 Annual Update with Christine Benninger GDB President and CEO Christine Benninger joins Theresa on the podcast for her third Annual Update. She talks about some of the biggest successes in the last year and what she is most looking forwa... full 57c5fc10-9bfa-4a3c-9b94-379698ca069d Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1374 false false 35 Careers & Canine Connections 2024 Careers & Canine Connections is back! This innovative partnership between Guide Dogs for the Blind and APH CareerConnect will once again bring young adults together to learn about how a guide dog w... full 4adffb8f-e593-4328-b55a-b4223eebc626 Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 855 false false 34 Orientation and Mobility Immersion Program In this episode, Theresa sits down with GDB Director of Orientation & Mobility Services, Marc Gillard, to talk about the importance of our Orientation and Immersion Program in helping clients reach... full 00380d5e-f710-469a-a41d-dfc3a81f7dc2 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000 1901 false false 33 Dr. Sarah-Elizabeth Byosiere This week we welcome, Dr. Sarah-Elizabeth Byosiere, GDB's Director of Canine Research, to discuss how her team's work is working to change the lives of our dogs and the people who love them. full 13fbe32c-c078-4e7b-b5a0-83d89e28731f Thu, 14 Dec 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1531 false false 32 Aria Mia Loberti - Part Two Welcome back for Part Two of our interview with actor, advocate, and GDB client Aria Mia Loberti. Hear about what it was like behind the scenes on the set of Netflix's "All The Light We Cannot See,... full 871ba19a-9e39-43c3-a679-e6a012094db9 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 23:00:00 +0000 3288 false false Aria Mia Loberti Meet Aria Mia Loberti, an American actress, writer, human rights advocate, Fulbright recipient, and GDB client who will play the lead role in the upcoming Netflix adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-w... full c6c666fe-336f-4b6d-befe-e1130f439c8d Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1724 false false 30 Kym Dykerel Meet GDB client Kym Dekeyrel. Kym sat down with Theresa to talk about facing challenges head-on with and without her recently retired guide dog. As a mom and wife, as well as a competitive and high... full 6e1ee9cf-d756-44af-9e5d-6ee8c25804a7 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1932 false false 29 Belo Cipriani talks Digital Inclusion In this episode, we to Dr. Belo Miguel Cipriani about his work as a digital inclusion strategist, author, and teacher, and why he chose the guide dog lifestyle. full 757dd722-88f7-48a6-8efa-54aac203f2e6 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 22:00:00 +0000 1259 false false 28 Ness Murby Meet Paralympian, JEDI advocate, counselor, husband, father, and GDB community member, Ness Murby. We’ll hear about how he is navigating family life while working to create inclusive spaces for eli... full 5311983f-fc46-4081-a3d3-d3e216b8ca69 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1639 false false 27 Emergency Preparedness Tips GDB Medical Director, Dr. Kate Kuzminski, tells us how we can prepare ourselves and our service dog for an emergency. She gives us tips on how to prepare a "Go Bag" and some specific items that gui... full 2c2058bc-28ea-433a-8c19-9b0c05d81a97 Fri, 26 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000 1040 false false 26 Meet Cheri Owen Meet GDB client Cheri Owen and her guide dog, Martinez. Cheri is an Air Force veteran, an athlete, and coach who talks to us about resiliency. full 0a422933-7014-48e9-beb7-294675428986 Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1004 false false 25 Annual Update with Christine Benninger GDB President and CEO, Christine Benninger joins us on Central Bark for her Annual Update. What is in store for GDB in 2023? Tune in to learn more. full cd63c43f-00e7-4d9b-a79b-b38e549ceded Mon, 27 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000 944 false false 24 Dr. Jason Doorish Meet Dr. Jason Doorish, Psychosocial Support Specialist at Guide Dogs for the Blind. Jason is a clinical expert who brings 15 years of professional experience in the mental health field to his role... full d0145263-f7b2-4921-9692-ae62bb7dcd11 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000 1043 false false 23 Meet Sara Edwards! We're excited to introduce you to Sara Edwards, the mother of two young adults who are part of the GDB community. Both of Sara’s children have attended Camp GDB and her oldest has gone on to receiv... full 2930b080-c147-4019-b15a-bab04e218848 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1016 false false 22 Meet Shane Dittmar and Chevelle Meet Shane Dittmar and their guide dog, Chevelle! Shane is a musician, composer, performer, educator and advocate who is working to make theater more inclusive. full 0e485451-b836-4916-82ae-c7097d6adf34 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:00:00 +0000 1192 false false 21 Careers & Canine Connections with APH Theresa sits down with GDB Youth Outreach Specialist, Jane Flower, and Richard Rueda from APH CareerConnect to discuss our upcoming collaborative project: Careers & Canine Connections. Geared towar... full d91c57c6-47fe-40cf-a058-5c1611aae4f8 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 898 false false 20 Take a Hike! with Mary Wilson and Thor Meet Mary Thomas, an outdoor enthusiast, and GDB grad. Mary sits down with Theresa to talk about how she prepares for her hiking adventures with her guide dog, accessible outdoor spaces, and her go... full d3f77c0c-252a-4a4a-8c45-e5521f75d616 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1407 false false 19 Meet Filmmaker Dana Nachman! We are excited to have award-winning filmmaker and longtime GDB friend, Dana Nachman on the podcast! Dana was part of the team that made the Pick of the Litter documentary, and the Disney docu-seri... full ee62c5ab-ca9a-4547-9cca-f4d4eaa39abe Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1199 false false 18 Puppy Raising Q&A Part two of our audience Q&A episodes! This week, we answer your questions about the GDB Puppy Raising program with Puppy Raising Field Manager, Anne Tyson. To learn more about becoming a puppy rai... full d64d4931-d8db-4825-8866-cc7891824dd3 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 817 false false 17 K9 Buddy Program GDB is thrilled to have the opportunity to expand the geographic and demographic scope if our K9 Buddy Program to include adults of any age who are blind or visually impaired throughout the U.S. ... full c5b045c5-8771-421e-bd72-8b2897ff8565 Sat, 05 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 1055 false false 16 The Future of Guide Dogs in 2022 and Beyond Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) and the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) have announced the findings of The Role of Guide Dogs in 2022 and Beyond, a joint, two-year research study to examine ... full 154fb4fa-0e98-4c4d-a60d-624513e722fe Tue, 25 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0000 1334 false false 15 Q&A with GDB You asked! This week, on Central Bark, we answer some of your frequently asked questions about Guide Dogs for the Blind and our guide dog programs. Join host Theresa Stern and GDB Outreach Speciali... full 4e8955b4-619c-4a14-8fb1-0d3ef1de8ef4 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1757 false false 14 New beginnings and Back to School with Brooke Coelho This week on Central Bark, Theresa sits down with first time guide dog handler, Brooke Coelho. Brooke shares her experience training with her guide dog, what it was like to bring him home to a hous... full 3835c41e-f655-438c-8fbc-dd6657d01907 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:30:00 +0000 1149 false false Guide Dogs and Travel with GDB Client Kate Hano We're talking all things guide dog travel with GDB client, Kate Hano! Kate has made a career of accessible and inclusive travel, and she's sharing some of her favorite tips and advise on how to mak... full 4ac1e693-5d68-4fdb-b13e-e29521918ddb Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1185 false false 12 1 Meet our Alumni- Paul Castle Meet Paul Castle, a visual artist, digital influencer, and new guide dog handler! Theresa sits down to talk with Paul about his career, life with his husband and new guide dog, and his collaboratio... full 94a2c522-3297-42dd-9413-6a724ea170c5 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 19:00:00 +0000 1627 false false 11 Meet our Alumni: Melba Veléz-Ortiz In this episode, Theresa is joined by GDB client and Alumni Board member, Melba Vélez-Ortiz. Melba talks about growing up in Puerto Rico, her passion for her career as a professor, and the transfor... full 7ca8694c-7560-4713-937d-868dfa0c37a1 Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:00:00 +0000 1514 false false 10 The Next Generation of Guide Dogs Pt. 2 Part two of our special two-part episode! Jenna Bullis, the manager of GDB's world-renowned guide dog breeding program, tells us more about how client preferences impact breeding decisions and GDB'... bonus 0538621d-52f4-48fb-98de-1a74cbbbc6dc Thu, 19 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1227 false false 9 Breeding the Next Generation of Guide Dogs Each year, approximately 800 puppies are welcomed into the world at Guide Dogs for the Blind. In this special two-part episode, Theresa sits down with Jenna Bullis, the manager of GDB's world-renow... full 625bc12e-3e6a-4bfb-853b-fb85bc0fff54 Mon, 09 May 2022 22:00:00 +0000 1333 false false 8 The Art of the Match at GDB Have you ever wondered what goes into finding the perfect dog for our clients? Or how we train dogs to work in such varied and unique environments? This week, Qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructo... full fbe19d3d-dbce-4efa-b7d3-bc992001d195 Fri, 22 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1033 false false 7 GDB Loves Our Volunteers April is National Volunteer Month and here at Guide Dogs for the Blind, we could not do what we do without the support and the dedication of our amazing volunteers. In the last 80 years, volunteers... full 755bc6a8-e0f6-4645-a5b8-2d50b7a713ef Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0000 911 false false 6 TikTok Takeover This week we're turning the microphone over to two members of the GDB community who have carved out a niche for themselves as advocates and educators on the social media platform, Tik Tok. Hear... full a3de6c30-9104-43be-818b-d71145b9611f Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000 776 false false 5 GDB Veterinary Services with Dr. Alex Philippine Our dogs and puppies receive top-notch care from a team of full-time veterinarians and technicians, supported by outside specialists and volunteers. Our veterinary staff is there for the dogs throu... full bfcca336-d462-462c-b1fd-a02df8c2a9ac Thu, 10 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1610 false false 4 Raise a Puppy Change a Life Learn all about the amazing GDB Puppy Raising program on this episode of Central Bark. Our guests, Alex Gregory and Mary Clarke, will answer all of the most common questions that we hear about rais... full 11a9c817-a97e-4734-ae78-03259c7bc5bd Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1193 false false 3 Meet our Alumni- Amit Ahuja Theresa sits down with GDB grad and board member Amit Ahuja to discuss the transformative process of working with a guide dog. They also discuss the connection between his field of research and GDB... full 1f65f0bc-d24e-4bd9-a6a3-c81643bbd242 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1440 false false 1 Celebrating 80 Years of GDB with Christine Benninger We are so excited to have GDB President and CEO, Christine Benninger, on the podcast. 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