In this episode of Good Work West Texas, hosts Cindy Payton and Leslie Crisp sit down with Rachel Stone, Executive Director of the Recording Library of West Texas, and Anthony Rodriguez, board member and HR leader, to explore how this remarkable organization brings words to life for people who can’t see them.Since 1963, the Recording Library of West Texas has served individuals across the region — from Midland and Odessa to Tennessee — providing free audio recordings of newspapers, books, ads, and more for the blind, visually impaired, and anyone with reading barriers such as dyslexia or Parkinson’s.Rachel shares her 16-year journey from volunteer reader to Executive Director and how the power of a human voice creates connection and comfort for those who often feel isolated. Anthony discusses the deeper meaning of accessibility, his passion for service, and the importance of leadership and community in the nonprofit world.Together, they reflect on the transformative act of volunteering, the organization’s dream of one day owning their own building, and the vital role of donors and volunteers who make this mission possible.👉 Learn more about the Recording Library of West Texas or get involved at https://recordinglibrary.org👉 Discover volunteer opportunities across the region at https://everyNeighbor.com#GoodWorkWestTexas #EveryNeighbor #RecordingLibraryofWestTexas #MidlandTexas #VolunteerMidland #Accessibility #CommunityImpact #Nonprofits #BlindCommunity #WestTexasStoriesChapters00:00 – Welcome and introduction02:00 – Rachel’s Midland roots and how she discovered the Recording Library06:50 – The mission: reading for those who can’t11:00 – Anthony’s story and connection to the nonprofit world15:45 – How remote reading began during COVID19:45 – The human touch behind every recording25:00 – How clients receive their recordings29:30 – Empathy through sound: stepping into the listener’s world32:00 – People who inspire us to serve38:50 – Passing down a legacy of giving46:45 – The dream: a building of their own and a stronger volunteer team50:30 – The importance of donors and volunteers52:00 – Closing reflections and gratitude

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