There is always something new happening in the Deaf community. Our blogs will cover information about Deaf current events and Deaf perspectives on things happening in the world today.
Amy Lazzaretti / June 27th, 2024 
Known as the “Deaf Ninja,” Kyle Schulze reached the national finals of American Ninja Warrior, a high-intensity obstacle course competition that tests competitors’ agility, upper-body strength, grip, climbing, leaping, balance, and coordination skills. How does American Ninja Warrior work? Since the show’s debut in 2009, only two competitors – both. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / June 3rd, 2024 
For those in the Deaf or hard of hearing community, it can be tough to find ASL interpreted movies and TV shows. Closed captioning is more common, but ASL interpretation is not as easy to come by. Thankfully, there are helpful resources out there for those seeking ASL interpreted content.. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / June 3rd, 2024 
Ayumi Hamasaki is a Japanese singer, songwriter, record producer, actress, model, spokesperson, and entrepreneur. She is considered one of the best selling Japanese solo artists of all time and is nicknamed the “Empress of Pop”. In the mid-2000, Ayumi Hamasaki started to gradually go deaf in her left ear. In. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / January 16th, 2024 
Johnny Link, an accomplished actor and musician, recently graced our screens in the Netflix hit “My Life with the Walter Boys” as Will Walter, the hard-of-hearing oldest brother of the Walter family. Who is Johnny Link? Growing up in Batavia, Illinois, Johnny Link‘s journey into the world of acting and. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / January 16th, 2024 
With the rise in popularity of videos on social media, American Sign Language has become the center of many trends. Recently, the phrase “Standing on Business” in ASL has been trending due to a Seattle Seahawks wide receiver’s touchdown celebration. Definition of “Standing on Business” According to Urban Dictionary, ”Standing. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / January 4th, 2024 
In the world of colorful bricks and endless creativity, LEGO has long been celebrated for its commitment to inclusivity which now includes hearing aid figures.. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / January 4th, 2024 
Picture this. You’re ten years old. You just spent all day at basketball practice at your elementary school. You come home to your mom telling you the craziest news of your life. You’re the first Black Deaf actor to be nominated for an Emmy in the Guest Actor in a. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / January 4th, 2024 
Creed 3 is the latest installment in the Rocky spin-off series, starring Michael B. Jordan as Adonis Creed, the son of Apollo Creed and Bianca Taylor. The film follows Adonis as he faces a new challenge in his boxing career, as he prepares to fight Viktor Drago Jr., the son. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / December 1st, 2023 
In the dynamic world of Hollywood, where stories come to life and voices are heard, one actress has been making waves not only for her on-screen talent but also for her commitment to diversity and representation. Katie LeClerc, a seasoned hard-of-hearing actor and producer, brings a unique perspective to the. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / November 29th, 2023 
As the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) continues to expand its horizons, the Hawkeye series introduces a new character that promises to be a game-changer. Alaqua Cox, a talented Deaf actress, steps into the spotlight as Maya Lopez, also known as Echo. Let’s delve into the world of Hawkeye and explore. . . + Read More
