Your Feedback: Bringing Disability Into Focus
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In this episode of Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Sean Preece engage with listener feedback on various topics, including the social model of disability, the role of technology in improving accessibility, and the environmental impact of AI.
They discuss the complexities of disability beyond physical impairments, emphasizing the need for societal change alongside technological advancements. The conversation also touches on the sustainability challenges posed by AI and the importance of user experiences in shaping accessible technology.
Chapter Markers:
00:00 Intro
02:58 Roberto On Exploring the Social Model of Disability
11:48 CC On Sustainability and AI’s Environmental Impact
21:02 Eleanor On Feeling What’s Around You
23:36 Negative Julian On Bigger Icons Helping Steven’s Essential Tremor
30:50 Glendon’s Quest for Unbreakable Kitchenware
34:41 Pete On Exploring Voice-Activated Apps and Their Impact
43:24 Shawn On Employment Opportunities for the Blind Community