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Vispero Training Podcast
Learn how to get the most from your assistive technology with the Vispero Training Podcast. Whether you're looking for step-by-step guidance, helpful tips, or practical demonstrations, our free audio training makes it easy to learn wherever you are. Explore training on a wide range of topics, including JAWS, ZoomText, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and other technologies. From essential skills and everyday tasks to advanced techniques and productivity tips, each episode is designed to…
Episodes
- Vispero Training Podcast
Get More Done with the New Vispero Companion
In this episode of the Vispero Training Podcast, Liz introduces the new Vispero Companion experience coming to JAWS 2027. This enhanced experience brings…
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Beyond the Basics: Powerpoint and JAWS
Learn how to create, navigate, and manage PowerPoint presentations using JAWS screen reader. In this Vispero Training Podcast session, participants explore…
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Get Organized with AI Projects
In this episode of the Vispero Training Podcast, Liz and Rachel explore how AI projects can help you organize information, manage ongoing work, and get more…
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Beyond the Basics Working More Effectively with PDF Documents and JAWS
In this episode of Vispero Training, Liz and Rachel go beyond the basics of working with PDF documents using JAWS. Learn practical techniques for navigating…
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Four Classic JAWS Features That Can Transform Your Workflow
In this episode, we revisit four powerful JAWS features that can make everyday computer tasks more efficient and accessible: Skim Reading, Speech and Sound…
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From Prompting to Productivity: Building Better AI Workflows
Discover practical ways to make AI more useful, accessible, and productive in your everyday workflow. In this session, we explore the fundamentals of working…
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Six Tips for Managing Complex Documents with JAWS
Long Word documents don't have to be overwhelming. In this episode of the Vispero Training Podcast, we share six practical techniques for navigating, editing…
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The Power of Prompting: Maximize Productivity for Better Results
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming an essential tool for work, school, and everyday life—but getting great results starts with knowing how to ask the…
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Ten Essential Tips for Using Powerpoint with JAWS
In this episode of the Vispero Training Podcast, hosts Liz and Rachel share ten essential tips for working more efficiently in Microsoft PowerPoint with JAWS…
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Use AI Features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion to Better Understand and Navigate Digital Content
Rachel and Liz demonstrate how built-in AI features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion, including Picture Smart AI, Vispero Companion, Page Explorer, and AI…
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Six JAWS Features for Mastering Complex Documents and Web Pages
In this episode, Liz and Rachel explore six powerful JAWS features designed to help users navigate complex web pages, PDFs, forms, and documents more…
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Six Tips for Managing the New Outlook with JAWS
In this episode, Liz and Rachel share six practical tips for managing the New Outlook Calendar with JAWS, focusing on efficient navigation, scheduling, and…
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Use Track Changes and Comments to Revise Word Documents with JAWS
This episode walks through how to effectively use Track Changes and Comments in Microsoft Word with JAWS, making document collaboration more accessible and…
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Plan, Organize, and Complete Projects with AI
In this episode of the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast, Liz and Rachel walk you through how to use AI to take a project from idea to execution—without…
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Using JAWS Voice Assistant
Explore the power of Voice Assistant in JAWS and ZoomText—your hands-free way to navigate, control, and interact with your computer using simple spoken…
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The Power of Productivity, Accessing Copilot in Office 365 with JAWS
In this episode of the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast, Liz and Rachel demonstrate how Microsoft Copilot works within Microsoft 365 when used with JAWS…
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Using Claude with JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion
In this episode of the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast, Liz and Rachel continue the Learn AI webinar series with a deep dive into Claude, an AI assistant…
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Five Ways to Use FSCompanion
In this recorded training, Liz walks through five practical scenarios for using FS Companion—soon to be renamed Vispero Companion—with JAWS, ZoomText, and…
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Six Ways to Increase Productivity with Braille and JAWS
In this episode of the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast, Liz, Rachel, and Justin share practical tips to help you work more efficiently with Braille and…
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Research Reimagined: Mastering Google NotebookLM with JAWS
In this episode of the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast, Liz and Rachel explore Google NotebookLM and how screen reader users can leverage it with JAWS to…
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Use Layered Commands in JAWS and Fusion
In this quick episode, you'll learn how layered commands in JAWS and Fusion can make complex tasks faster and easier by reducing the number of keys you need to…
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Six Essential Tips for Improving Your Gmail Experience with JAWS
In this training session, Liz and Rachel walk through six practical tips to help JAWS users work more efficiently in Gmail. You'll learn accessible…
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Creating Your Vispero Account in 2026
With the release of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2026, users are now required to create a Vispero account in order to use the software. In this episode of the…
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Use Convenient OCR to Recognize Text in Images (JAWS 30th Anniversary Training)
Convenient OCR (Optical Character Recognition) is a feature in JAWS that allows you to recognize and read text that appears as part of an image or in places…
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An Introduction to Copilot: Crafting Confidence and Capability
Unlock the power of Microsoft Copilot in this beginner-friendly training session led by Liz and Rachel. Learn what Copilot is, how it integrates with Microsoft…
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Gemini Jump Start: An Introduction to Google's Generative AI
In this episode, Liz and Rachel introduce Google's Gemini AI and show how it can streamline everyday tasks. They cover what Gemini is, how to navigate it with…
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Breaking Down Barriers: And Introduction to Using AI with JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion
In this episode, Freedom Scientific's Liz and Rachel explore how artificial intelligence can empower users of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion. From writing smarter…
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What's New in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2026
The 2026 releases of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion are here—bringing exciting new features and a more connected experience than ever before. In this episode…
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Proof Word Documents Like a Pro with Microsoft Editor and JAWS
In this episode, Liz and Rachel walk you through how to proofread documents more efficiently in Microsoft Word using the Microsoft Editor alongside JAWS. Learn…
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AI Tips, Tools, and Techniques: Where to Begin
Are you ready to start using artificial intelligence with JAWS, ZoomText, or Fusion but not sure where to begin? Join us as we: - Define key AI terms like…
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An Introduction to ChatGPT: Conversations, Creativity, and Clarity
In this episode of the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast, hosts Liz and Rachel walk listeners through an engaging introduction to ChatGPT, the powerful AI…
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5 Tips for Navigating Complex Web Pages with JAWS
Struggling with cluttered or poorly labeled websites? In this Insert J Club training session, Ron Miller shares five powerful tips to help you navigate complex…
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20 Minute Tech Tips: Unlocking JAWS Smart Navigation
In this episode, Freedom Scientific trainer Ron Miller dives deep into JAWS Smart Navigation, a powerful feature designed to make navigating web pages, PDFs…
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Ten Tips for Increasing Productivity with Google Sheets and JAWS
Do you use Google Sheets with JAWS? Want to learn how to navigate, format, and organize data more efficiently? Then "Ten Tips for Increasing Productivity with…
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Accessing Microsoft Edge Settings with JAWS
In this episode of the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast, Ron Miller walks through everything you need to know about managing settings in Microsoft Edge with…
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Six Ways to Manage PDFs More Efficiently with JAWS
Portable Document Format (PDF) files are commonly used to share information across multiple platforms and are often required in school and employment settings…
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Accessing Amazon Kindle with JAWS
Learn how to navigate Amazon Kindle with JAWS for Windows. This episode covers opening the Kindle for PC app, managing your library, using search and filters…
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Ten Tips for Increasing Productivity with Google Docs and JAWS
In this episode, Liz and Rachel walk you through 10 essential tips for using Google Docs more efficiently with JAWS. Learn how to adjust accessibility…
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Whats in the July 2025 Release of JAWS ZoomText and Fusion
In this episode, we highlight the newest features and enhancements in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion A key update across all three products is support for…
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Use the Find and Replace Feature in Word with JAWS
Learn how to save time and edit documents more efficiently using the Find and Replace feature in Microsoft Word with JAWS. In this episode, Ron Miller walks…
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Six Essential Tips for Enhancing Your OneDrive Experience with JAWS
In this episode, we provide an overview of the OneDrive desktop app, and show you how to sort files, set folder options, access OneDrive settings, and more.
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Shop Online with Innosearch and JAWS
Innosearch offers an online shopping experience that makes it easy to shop for and purchase products from many popular retailers all on one website. Join us…
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20 Minute Tech Tips: Use JAWS PlaceMarkers to Mark Specific Locations on Web Pages and in Documents
In this episode, Liz shows you how to use PlaceMarkers in JAWS to mark locations and select text in Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and on web pages. You…
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What's New in the May 2025 Update of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion
In this episode, Ron Miller from Freedom Scientific's training team highlights key updates in the May 2025 releases of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion. Learn about…
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Ten Tips for Managing Windows 11 with JAWS
Whether you're new to Windows 11 or upgrading soon, this episode offers ten essential tips for navigating the new environment using JAWS. Join Liz and Rachel…
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Managing Chrome History with JAWS
In this episode, we explore how to effectively manage your browsing history in Google Chrome using JAWS. Learn how to access, navigate, and search your browser…
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Welcome to the Insert J Club!
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Insert J Club—a new community initiative from Freedom Scientific designed to bring users of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion…
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20 Minute Tech Tips: Use JAWS Text Analyzer to Proofread Documents
In this episode of 20 Minute Tech Tips, Liz demonstrates how to use the JAWS Text Analyzer to proofread documents more effectively. Learn how to detect and…
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Six Ways to Manage Mail in the New Outlook
Join Liz and Rachel as they dive into six essential tasks in the new Outlook experience, including searching for messages, working with attachments, spell…
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Managing Your JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2025 Annual Licenses
In this episode, Ron Miller from Vispero provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the Freedom Scientific Licensing Portal for JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion annual…
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20 Minute Tech Tips: Use New Enhancements for FSCompanion
In this episode of 20 Minute Tech Tips, Liz and Rachel introduce exciting new enhancements to FSCompanion—Freedom Scientific's AI-powered learning tool for…
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Navigate and Manage OneDrive with JAWS
In this episode, Liz and Rachel dive deep into using the OneDrive desktop app with JAWS. Whether you're organizing files, creating folders, or collaborating…
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Using JAWS Speech and Sound Schemes with Word
Join Ron Miller as he discusses a few infightful tips on using Speech and Sound Schemes in JAWS for Microsoft Word. Learn how to customize speech settings…
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Using JAWS Advanced Reading Features
Join us for an in-depth look at JAWS advanced reading features, designed to help you navigate long documents, web pages, and virtualized windows with ease…
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20 Minute Tech Tips Create a Desktop Shortcut to an App, File, and Web page with JAWS
In this episode, host Liz Whitaker walks you through creating desktop shortcuts to apps, files, and web pages using JAWS in Windows 11. Whether you're looking…
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An Introduction to the New Outlook with JAWS
Join us for an in-depth walkthrough of the new Outlook with JAWS! In this episode, we explore key navigation techniques, accessibility improvements, and…
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Mastering JAWS BrailleIn: Essential Commands & Techniques
Join Ron Miller from the Freedom Scientific training team as he dives deep into JAWS BrailleIn techniques. Learn how to efficiently use modifier keys, master…
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20 Minute Tech Tips: How to Customize your Focus Braille Display
Want to get the most out of your Focus Blue Braille Display? In this episode, Ron Miller from the Vispero Training Department walks you through six powerful…
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Tips for Using your NLS eReader with JAWS
Tips for Using your NLS eReader with JAWS – A Braille Literacy Month Special Join us for an insightful episode on maximizing the potential of your NLS eReader…
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Customize Braille Flash Messages and Status Cells
January is Braille Literacy Month! Discover how to enhance your JAWS experience with customizable flash messages and status cells. In this episode, Ron Miller…