Augus Podcast for NAGDU Unleashed Just Dropped!!

[Steve Cook]

🎙️ NAGDU Unleashed – August 2026 Episode Now Available!

 

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to attend the National Federation of the Blind National Convention with a guide dog? Then you won't want to miss this month's episode of NAGDU Unleashed!

 

"Conventioning With Your Guide Dog!" takes listeners inside the 2026 NFB National Convention in Austin, Texas, through the experiences of guide dog handlers who were there.

Host Steve Cook is joined by special guests Shannon Britt and Angie Castro as they share their firsthand experiences navigating one of the largest gatherings of blind people in the world with their guide dogs. Together, they discuss the joys, challenges, and valuable lessons learned while traveling, staying in the convention hotel, attending sessions, navigating crowded hallways, and ensuring their guide dogs remained healthy, comfortable, and ready to work throughout the week.

 

Whether you're preparing to attend your first national convention with a guide dog, are a seasoned convention attendee, or are simply interested in learning more about guide dog travel, this episode offers practical tips, personal stories, and helpful advice that every guide dog user can appreciate.

 

Tune in today and hear how Shannon and Angie made the most of their convention experience while partnering with their guide dogs every step of the way.

 

Thank you for listening to NAGDU Unleashed, the official podcast of the National Association of Guide Dog Users, where guide dog users come together to share information, experiences, and resources that empower our community.

 

Below is a direct link to this months podcast and happy listening!

 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xpXTml5kIkWGK5tnb7tda?si=95CGHYAeQgGX1sQbcyG_QA