The June 1 episode of Visions of BVA will go live via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and several other platforms this Sunday at 3:00am Eastern Time, BVA National Communications Strategist and podcast host Steve Baskis announced this week. The episode, entitled “Passing the Torch: A President’s Legacy and the Future of BVA,” features BVA National President Paul Mimms as he completes his term of office.

In this powerful episode of Visions of BVA, Steve as the host sits with outgoing National President Paul Mimms for an intimate conversation about leadership, service, and the evolution of the organization. As Paul prepares to pass the torch at the upcoming convention in Dallas, he reflects on two years of transformational work—strengthening member engagement, modernizing operations, and reigniting BVA’s core principle “Blinded Veterans Helping Blinded Veterans.”

Together, Steve and Paul also discuss the importance of developing the aforementioned leadership, accessible technology, and sustaining regional groups in a changing landscape. Paul shares personal stories from his career with VA, his journey through blindness, and his mission to empower every blind veteran to live independently and contribute meaningfully. This is a heartfelt tribute to service—and a call to the next generation of leaders. Don’t miss this timely conversation as BVA looks to the future while honoring its past.

Visions of BVA offers listeners insight into how BVA continues to empower, educate, and uplift veterans through advocacy, community, and innovative support services.