Baking, Browsing, and a Blast from the Past

Did you notice a recent surprise bonus episode in your podcast feed? Before joining Mystic Access, Chris was part of Sendero Group, one of the pioneers in accessible GPS technology. That episode is a special retrospective that takes a walk down memory lane while catching up with several former Sendero team members to learn what … Read more

Sendero Memories; A trip back in time

In this special bonus episode of the Mystic Access Podcast, we’re delighted to share a memorable piece of history from the “The People Make the Places — Mike May and Friends podcast.” With Mike’s generous permission, we’re featuring this episode here because Sendero Group played such a meaningful role in Chris’s life and in the … Read more

Yesterday’s Email Once More

In this episode, return with us to the email simplicity of yesterday… or at least, a couple decades ago. Chris is demoing Quickmail, a public beta Windows program developed by Kelly Ford. 📨 It’s a screen reader first program, and there’s a lot we love about it. Here are a few things to know. • … Read more

A Sound Approach to Tech

If you enjoyed our last episode, you’re in luck! This one continues the theme with more helpful tools, fun discoveries, and practical demos to make everyday life a little easier—and a lot more enjoyable. 📚 Don’t Forget Our Library Event! Before we dive into today’s topics, here’s a friendly reminder that we’re headed to the … Read more

Browser Magic and Talking Time

Welcome to today’s episode, featuring: 🖥️ Tabs, Time, and Techy Goodness! If you browse the web on a desktop or laptop, we’ve got tips, tools, and fun discoveries to make your online life smoother and more productive. But before we dive into demos, we have two exciting announcements for our community! 🎉 📚 Join Our … Read more

Library Cards, Libby, and a Mysterious New Podcast App

Something exciting is brewing in the podcast world! 🎧 We kick off this episode with a sneak peek at a brand-new podcast client for iOS that Chris has been beta testing. While we’re keeping the app under wraps for now, there’s already plenty to be excited about. We share some early impressions, favorite features, and … Read more

Smart Glasses & Small Speakers: Big Tech, Big Fun

✨ Episode Overview This episode kicks off with a little bit of magic—literally—as we head to the “magic castle” for a fascinating conversation with a special guest from HumanWare. We’re joined by Mathieu Paquette to explore a device that’s been generating serious buzz: the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. Are these glasses just a flashy gadget, … Read more

Artemis, Audiobooks, and Adventures Beyond Earth

This episode is truly out of this world—and not just metaphorically. 🚀 We kick things off by diving into the excitement surrounding the recent Artemis II mission, NASA’s bold step toward returning humans to the Moon. 🌙 We share our personal experiences following the mission, how we stayed connected to the action, and what it … Read more

Rewind with Us: How Mystic Access Began

📣 In this special episode, we’re doing something a little different… we’re telling a story—our story. 💫 But before we hop in the time machine, we’ve got an exciting announcement that longtime listeners (and newcomers!) won’t want to miss… — 🎁 Special Announcement: A Classic Returns! 🎙️ We’re thrilled to share that the very first … Read more

The DA2 Debut Plus a Bose Curveball

If you love curling up with a good book from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled, this episode is especially for you. 📚 We recently received our brand-new Digital Advanced Players (DA2) from the library, and of course we couldn’t resist taking them for a thorough spin. 📦✨ We start by … Read more