Rolling Tip

by Sakshi Srivastava

Season 1

Rolling Tip Ep 08 - Blind? D1 Football? Entrepreneur? Aaron Golub’s Story Will Change Your Mind

“It happened for me, not to me.” What if being legally blind didn’t hold you back — but pushed you forward? In this powerful episode of Rolling Tip, our blind podcast spotlighting lived experiences, we sit down with @aarongolub — the first legally blind athlete to play NCAA Division I football — to talk about visual impairment, mindset, and breaking stereotypes. From sports to entrepreneurship, Aaron shares how his journey shaped him and why mindset matters more than anything. We cover: 1. Navigating life with a visual impairment 2. Challenging what society expects of the legally blind 3. Shifting from football to entrepreneurship 4. Honest advice for the newly diagnosed 5. The myth of the “good blind” and owning your story 6. Tools, support systems, and finding your voice in the world If you care about disability awareness, inclusion, and human resilience — this episode is for you. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #aarongolub #disabilityawareness #entrepreneur #blindpodcast #mindset #mindsetmatters #legallyblind #motivation

S1 · E8

Aug 6, 2025

24:07

Rolling Tip Ep 07 - Blind. Brilliant. Unstoppable: Dr. Kirk Adams’ Journey

In this honest and deeply personal episode of Rolling Tip, Sakshi is joined by Dr. Kirk Adams — a blind leader, advocate, and founder of Innovative Impact— to explore what real and sustainable change could look like for the blind and low vision community, across the world. Dr. Adams opens up about what socializing felt like as a blind person — reflecting on friendships, loneliness, college life, marriage, and career paths. From his time leading the American Foundation for the Blind to building new solutions through systems-level consulting, he shares how personal experiences have shaped his mission to create economic opportunity and inclusion at scale. Together they explore: 1. The difference between impairment & disability 2. How access to tools can reduce disabling situations 3. Navigating friendships, jobs, and identity as a blind person 🎧 Join the conversation on rethinking what access truly means. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #blind #impairment #economicopportunities #afb #blindcommunity #disability #innovativeimpact #apex #identity #blindness

S1 · E7

Jul 7, 2025

50:30

Rolling Tip Ep 06: Raising Blind Kids & Creating Silver Linings with Kristin Smedley

In this deeply personal and empowering episode, Sakshi Srivastava, a legally blind host and social entrepreneur, speaks with Kristin Smedley — a passionate advocate, bestselling author, filmmaker, and mother of two sons diagnosed with CRB1 blindness. Kristin shares how she moved through shock, fear, and uncertainty to become a powerful voice for change. From parenting blind children to launching the Curing Retinal Blindness Foundation and Thriving Blind Academy, Kristin reveals what it means to truly create silver linings in life — even when you didn’t see them coming. Together they discuss: 1. Finding strength in diagnosis and turning it into purpose 2. Balancing support with independence as a parent 3. How a mindset shift can unlock the power of accessible tools like Braille and the white cane 4. Accessible and mainstream technologies in shaping an inclusive future 5. How to join a growing movement of families who choose to thrive, not just survive If you’ve ever wondered how to face the unexpected with courage — or how to support inclusion from a place of empathy — this conversation will stay with you. 🎧 Listen now and discover what it means to see life differently. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #BlindGirl #BlindKids #LegallyBlind #Avocacy #BestsellingAuthor #Parenting #MainstreamTechnologies #AccessibleTechnologies #CRB1Blindness #PassionateAdvocate #ThrivingBlindAcademy #SupportSystems

S1 · E6

Jun 24, 2025

56:48

Rolling Tip EP 05: Jonathan Mosen on Breaking Blindness Barriers and Leading Advocacy

Join Sakshi for a heartfelt conversation with Jonathan Mosen, Executive Director for Accessibility Excellence at the National Federation of the Blind and a dedicated advocate from New Zealand. Jonathan shares his personal journey, from childhood experiences and early role models to his key accomplishments and the challenges that have shaped his advocacy. The conversation dives deep into the diversity within the blind community, common misconceptions about blindness, and the assumptions people often make. They also explore the evolving landscape of technology — from assistive tools to mainstream accessibility — and Jonathan’s vision for a more inclusive world. Whether you’re part of the blind community, a caretaker, or someone working toward better accessibility, this episode brings insight, honesty, and a call to action. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #BlindnessAdvocate #Accessibility #DisabilityAwareness #BlindnessBarriers #BlindCommunity #Activism #MainstreamAccessibility #MisconceptionsAboutBlind #JonathanMosen #Caretaker #NewZealand #NationalFederationOfTheBlind

S1 · E5

Jun 9, 2025

47:01

Rolling Tip Ep 04: The Sighted Caregiver: Ed Henkler on Caregiving and Creating Employment Opportunities for the Blind

In this deeply moving episode of the Rolling Tip Podcast, host Sakshi Srivastava, a legally blind entrepreneur, sits down with Ed Henkler — a dedicated advocate and ally who has spent years supporting the blind community through meaningful employment opportunities. Ed shares his personal journey of caregiving for his mother after she lost her vision, shedding light on the emotional challenges and strength required to provide compassionate care. Together, they explore the often unseen support that enables people with disabilities to thrive. Ed’s story reminds us how critical a strong support system is, and how allies can make a powerful difference through action. Tune in because: You’ll gain insight into the emotional realities of caregiving through vision loss. You’ll learn how employment opportunities can transform lives in the blind community. You’ll understand the importance of building strong, compassionate support systems. You’ll hear from an advocate who walks the talk and inspires real inclusion. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in disability inclusion, caregiving, and meaningful change. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #EmploymentOpportunities #CompassionateCare #Caregiving #UnseenSupport #SupportSystem #BlindCommunity #BlindGirlPodcast

S1 · E4

May 27, 2025

57:07

Rolling Tip Ep 03: Navigating Life's Challenges: Sakshi in Conversation with Christopher Nusbaum on Living with Vision Impairment

What does it truly mean to navigate life’s challenges while living with vision impairment? In this heartfelt episode, Sakshi, a legally blind advocate and co-founder of SensAble, sits down with Christopher Nusbaum, a passionate 26-year-old leader in the visually impaired community. Together, they share candid stories, laughter, and deep empathy as they explore what it means to be part of the blind and visually impaired community. This conversation offers an authentic, eye-opening perspective on resilience, the power of community, and how strength can be found beyond sight. Listen in for a raw, personal dialogue born from shared experience, as Sakshi and Christopher break down barriers and spark important conversations on inclusion. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #LowVision #LegallyBlind #NavigatingLife’sChallenges #LivingWithVisionImpairment #VisuallyImpairedCommunity #Resilience #StrengthBeyondSight #BlindnessPodcast #DisabilityPodcast #BlindAndVisuallyImpairedCommunity

S1 · E3

May 12, 2025

49:59

Rolling Tip Ep 02: From Gradual Vision Loss to Deep Support: A Friendship Built Over 20 Years

Ever wondered how friendship evolves when one’s vision fades, but connection only deepens? Sakshi and Rida’s 20-year journey tells you exactly that. In this episode, Sakshi sits down with her childhood friend Rida, friends for over two decades, to reflect on the real connections that have shaped their journey. From growing up together to navigating gradual vision loss, they open up about the different kinds of support that’s helped them thrive through life’s ups and downs. Their story is not just about friendship, but also about how knowing each other thoroughly fuels their shared passion to work with communities and create meaningful impact. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #Blind #VisionLoss #RealConnections #FriendsSinceTwoDecades #Friendship #KnowEachOtherThoroughly #VisionLossWasGradual #DifferentKindOfSupport #WorkWithCommunities

S1 · E2

Apr 17, 2025

1:00:03

Rolling Tip Ep 01: My Journey as a Legally Blind Girl

Welcome to Rolling Tips, a podcast where we redefine vision and redefine possibility. I'm your host, Sakshi, and I'm a legally blind social entrepreneur on a mission to shatter stereotypes and build a world where disability inclusion isn't just a buzzword, it's a reality. This isn't just another blind girl podcast. It's a raw, honest, and often humorous exploration of navigating life with blindness and other disabilities. We'll delve into the challenges, the triumphs, and everything in between. If you've ever wondered what it's truly like to live with blindness or other forms of disability, or if you're passionate about disability and want to learn how to be a better ally, you've found your community. Get ready for insightful conversations, practical tips, and a whole lot of heart. This is Rolling Tip, where we're rolling towards a more inclusive future, one story at a time. Subscribe now and let's roll together! YouTube Instagram Website Facebook #Disability #Journey #Motivation #VisionImpairment #VisionLoss #PodcastLife #Inclusión #UnfilteredTruth #BreakingStereotypes

S1 · E1

Mar 21, 2025

12:34