The Talking Information Center

The Talking Information Center is an award winning radio reading service that broadcasts the reading of printed material over an extensive network of commercial and noncommercial radio and cable TV outlets. Twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week, we help keep the visually-impaired and print-handicapped population of Massachusetts more informed.

By turning print into sound, TIC strives to make a difference in the lives of our listeners, many of whom are isolated from the wealth of information available to the sighted world.

TIC broadcasts the reading of printed material over an extensive network of commercial and noncommercial radio and cable outlets. We also stream our audio on our web site, but most of our listeners still listen by using special radio receivers tuned to the sub-carrier of local FM radio stations.

TIC also carries events and meetings of interest to our audience from locations across Massachusetts. Each year, TIC provides live coverage of the Bay State Council of the Blind and National Federation of the Blind state conventions.

TIC continues to demonstrate a keen understanding of the complex difficulties encountered by its clients in assimilating the wealth of information that is available in today’s visually-oriented society. The greatest challenges faced by people with visual impairment are illiteracy, dependence, isolation, and unemployment, which stands at 70% for this sector. TIC’s goal is to help level the playing field.

Video from Ron Bersani, Exec. Director