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Penny Forward is Now on Aftersight!

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Aftersight is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing audio access to print information and empowering services for blind, low vision, or individuals that need an alternative to print across Colorado. They offer a range of services, including podcasts (Aftersight Originals), audio editions of newspapers, magazines, and newsletters in both English and Spanish, available through broadcasts, streaming services, and digital downloads. They also offer free white canes and support groups. Listen at www.aftersight.org

Penny Forward Podcast
Penny Forward Podcast
Chris Peterson and Liz Bottner

The Penny Forward podcast is a show about blind people building bright futures one penny at a time. Together, we're learning to be successful in our personal, professional, and financial lives.

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