Wes Derby’s Random Ramblings
By Wes Derby
Music, sports, life, current events, pop culture, entertainment. Everything. The opinions are my own. I tell it like I see it. If you agree, or if you disagree, I welcome your feedback and commentary. Eventually, may start adding episodes of the radio show, Wes's Musical Meltdown, to the playlist. Or maybe just some of the voice breaks.
Wes Derby’s Random RamblingsDec 22, 2020
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Paratransit Problems: For non-driving friends, can you relat? Dirvers, listen and Learn
Jessica and I talk about some recent negative experiences with Valley Metro Paratransit here in the East Valley. We vent, offer anecdotes, try to think of solutions, and explain how this affects our working life and our work-life balance. This isn’t meant to be a woe-is-us thing, just getting our experiences out there after some frustrating recent events. Frustrating enough that it’s actually affecting my enjoyment of my new job.
Jun 08, 202241:17
Amazon lockers, whiskey tasting, and random chatter with myself and Jessica
The title pretty much sums it up. Continuing the trend of audio mow during the month of June. Yeah, I know I missed a couple days, but I will fix that. We’ll play catch-up at some point. We test the accessibility of the Amazon lockers, which many of my blind and visually impaired friends have asked me about since we have them at the new apartment. We also do a tasting of Woodford reserve with 7-Up. You also get about an hour and 25 minutes of Jessica and I bantering back-and-forth about everything from alcohol to Internet radio to life in general. The conversation took a lot of twists and turns. Definitely not for the easily offended as I always say on my podcast.
Jun 05, 202201:32:32
Back from the dead: major life updates
Just a quick update on life. Well, maybe not so quick. A lot has happened since I last updated this podcast. You thought I’d forgotten. No. I’m back. Your friendly neighborhood travel agent, DJ, and major pain in the ass is back to entertain, inform, and possibly offend you. There is offensive language in this podcast. If you don’t like that, that’s on you. Enjoy. I’ve joined by Jessica for quite a bit of the podcast. This is Raul audio. Did this on the iPhone. Didn’t really sit down and edit it or refine it, so I hope you enjoy. Future episodes might have a little more editing and refinement.
Jun 03, 202236:51
Demo of the Instant Pot Smart WiFi While Making Dinner
For a while, people have asked me to do a demo of the Instant Pot and how I use it as a blind person. this isn’t the greatest, but is an attempt to do so. Enjoy!
Dec 22, 202025:31
Thoughts After Cedar Rapids Derecho
In this episode, I talk about the Drecho that hit Iowa last Monday, August 10. Alicia joins me for about half the podcast to talk about the way the community here in Cedar Rapids and elsewhere around Iowa has come together during this crisis. it's a crazy time. If you're interested in finding ways to help, search Cedar Rapids Derecho 2020 on Google, Bing, or Facebook. Visit http://crfirst.org for ways to potentially give. Want to help support the podcast? Visit http://paypal.me/wesderby. Enjoy!
Aug 20, 202052:13
Initial Use of the Instant Pot: Some Thoughts and Experiences
Alicia and I discuss our first meal mmade in the Instant Pot pressure cooker. We discuss what went well, what didn’t go well, and some potential accessible issues we as blind users encountered. This will not be the last Instant Pot meal, or Podcast. Chili gets made tomorrow, and we may eventually do an audio or Facebook Live demo as we use the device. We welcome your questions and comments at wesderby@icloud.com.
Mar 08, 202013:08
Instant pot initial thoughts and set up
On this episode, I explain how, as a blind person, to set up the instant pot smart Wi-Fi model. I discuss the pressure test, the accessories that came with the pot, and much more. I also promote the radio show, my travel business, and give a couple of tips with regard to this whole corona virus thing.
Mar 06, 202008:12
J.E. Pinto Interview, and some Old Voice Mails
An interview with author Jo Elizabeth Pinto, writer of “Bright Side of Darkness” and “Daddy Won’t Let Mom Drive The Car”. You can learn more about the author at brightsideauthor.com. Also, added a few old voice mails I realized I never published. Hey, maybe I’ll do more with this thing this year.
Feb 01, 202033:02
Recap of Slayer’s”The Final Campaign” Show In Columbus Ohio
Slayer brought their current tour, dubbed “the final campaign“ to Columbus Ohio on November 12. They along with Primus, ministry, and Philip H Anselmo and the illegals played nationwide arena, and blew the roof off the venue! Enjoy my thoughts, as well as a little bit of live material from the show.
Nov 13, 201924:10
Reviews of some things I recently watched
A quick preview of the new CW TV series in the dark. Also, I talk about the Mötley Crüe movie the dirt.
Apr 24, 201910:32
I’m back! Reviews of new releases from UFO, Buckcherry, Maren Morris, and Aaron Tippin
On this episode, we look at and hear music from several releases that of come out over the last couple of weeks. I also let you know how to find the radio show, the podcast, and how to book your next trip through me.
Mar 21, 201916:26
Ramblings for March 22, 2018
It’s a short one today. Podcasting from the best Western plus in Keene, New Hampshire. Just some updates on my trip so far, and uses I have found for the Aira service for the visually impaired. Enjoy.
Mar 23, 201814:25
Podcast For 02/16/2018
All about last night\u2019s little big town concert here in Columbus. Recaps of the bands, opinions, and the like. Also, for those listening on Anchor, therewill be six songs included. I don\u2019t believe other podcast providers will pick these up.
Feb 16, 201808:51
Brief tech update
Google photo back up for PC with JAWS 2018: how I made it work
Nov 18, 201703:02
Monday, November 13, 2017
We talk about international friendship day, day four of the hospital, and get a call in from an old friend. For those listening on Anchor, you will also be treated to a pretty cool song. If you\u2019re listening on an external podcast Source, I reference the song, so you can go look for it if you like. Enjoy.
Nov 14, 201706:30
hospital, music, and more
We talk about my first day here at the hospital, review a few new releases, and play some cool new music.First post after getting checked in at Riverside Hospital \u2022 More from the hospital; explaining the stay, and other things. \u2022 Complaint about iTunes recent music not showing up in the music app \u2022 Talking a bit about the new Blake Shelton album, Texoma Shore \u2022 Update on recent music not showing in the list \u2022 Talking about new releases from Adelitas way and theory of a deadman
Nov 11, 201715:48
All About this Year’s CMA‘s
Just a brief rundown of my thoughts about the performances, winners, and the notable absences from the 51st annual CMA awards. 51st annual CMA awards; my thoughts on the show: part one \u2022 51st annual CMA awards; my thoughts: part two \u2022 The 51st annual CMA awards; my thoughts: part three
Nov 10, 201711:20
Random stuff from today
The Day After Election day: voting machines here in Ohio \u2022 Short personal update for friends and family \u2022 51st annual CMA awards; brief rant on new artist of the year nominees
Nov 09, 201709:50
Thoughts from NFB Ohio
Thoughts and observations from my first time attending an NFB state convention. The 71st annual NFB of Ohio convention\u2026 The dream convention, as it was called.
Oct 29, 201723:14
Jason Aldean plays Columbus!
Live at Jason Aldean\u2019s Columbus Show \u2022 Chris Young just finished \u2022 After the Jason Al Dean show...Live in the Parking Lot. \u2022 Home from the show: talking about the travel agency.
Oct 20, 201708:45
NFB: Initial Impressions
Attended my first NFB meeting\u2026 These are my initial thoughts as a new member.
Oct 08, 201704:01
Saturday ramblings
I give my thoughts on the Ezekiel Elliott suspension, and we have more live audio from the Saint Cecilia parish festival.
Aug 13, 201720:04
Friday August 11
Lots of audio from the St. Cecilia festival first day.
Aug 12, 201717:43
Episode one
Tick Tock tips and observations: anchor.fm/askavie
Aug 10, 201700:55