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Hosted by Jonathan Mosen, Access On features breaking technology news , product demonstrations, reviews, comparisons, and interviews about the fast-changing world of technology. We also welcome contributions from our listeners. Follow Access On for news about computers, smartphones, AI, accessible appliances, blindness-specific devices including Braille displays, and more. Whether you’re a tech ex... more

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This week, we continue our series on creating websites, with a look at two of the most popular content management systems.

WordPress 0:00:00 Drupal 0:38:45 Closing and contact info 1:08:40

The building blocks of the web 0:01:02 The importance of semantic structure 0:24:38 Introduction to content management systems 0:43:47 Closing and contact info 0:54:51

This week on Access On:

Getting a Waymo in Austin 0:00:00 Summarize and transcribe podcasts with Snipcast 0:02:46 Apple won't refund my subscription to an inaccessible app 0:27:56 Microsoft said to be dropping SMS authentication 0:30:15 More discus... more

This week on Access On:

Register for our Access On gaming webinar 0:00:00 Technology-related events at #NFB26 0:01:35 Brett Boyer, president of the NFB's Assistive Technology Trainers Division 0:16:25 BBC radio outside the UK 0:29:32 Saving recordi... more

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Recent Guests

Brett Boyer
President of the Tech Trainers Division
National Federation of the Blind
Episode: Looking ahead to #NFB26, and listener feedback
Andrew Flatres
Braille Product Manager, HumanWare
HumanWare
Episode: The BrailleNote Evolve from HumanWare
Rachel Ramos
Blindness Product Specialist, HumanWare
HumanWare
Episode: The BrailleNote Evolve from HumanWare
Judy Dixon
Prolific author and accessibility expert
Canada
Episode: A recap of Apple's WWDC keynote from a blindness perspective
Mike Feir
Accessibility consultant
Sunny Canada
Episode: A recap of Apple's WWDC keynote from a blindness perspective
Heidi Taylor
Accessibility consultant and video analyst
New Zealand
Episode: A recap of Apple's WWDC keynote from a blindness perspective
Kennedy Zimnick
Presenter for the document formatting segment
Access On / National Federation of the Blind
Episode: Tips for creating well formatted Microsoft Word documents
Dr. Ariel Silverman
Director of Research at the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)
American Foundation for the Blind
Episode: New research on blind people and AI, and how to make iOS dictation more accurate
Stephen Palachek
From Maryland Department of Disabilities
Maryland Department of Disabilities
Episode: More on the smart home, an inaccessible Ray-Bam meta repair experience, and iOS status cells explained

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Jonathan Mosen
Host of Access On

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Jonathan Mosen and the NFB belong together. Unstoppable!

    I highly recommend this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
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    Canada2 years ago

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Guests with deep expertise elevate the show's authority and relevance.
The host and the NFB collaboration feel authentic and credible.
Listeners praise practical accessibility guidance and community engagement.
High-quality discussions on mainstream tech with a strong accessibility focus.

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#140
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#176
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Apple Podcasts
#207
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#209
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New research on blind people and AI, and how to make iOS dictation more accurate
Q: When you step back from the report, what's the one headline you want listeners to understand about blind and disabled people's relationship with AI right now?
The main takeaway is that AI has huge potential to level the playing field and increase accessibility, but it's not yet fully reliable or safe in every context; it requires nuance, ongoing oversight, and improvements to prevent harm.
A look at some smartphone visual interpretation apps
Q: Could you read the whole document to me?
The assistant explains that reading an entire document aloud is impractical due to length, but can summarize key points such as interest rates and rewards, and can read specific sections or answer questions about the text.
Beginning our series on the smart home
Q: How do standards like Matter and Thread impact accessibility?
Matter and Thread create a common language for devices to talk to each other, reducing fragmentation and enabling consistent, accessible setup and control across ecosystems like Google Home and Apple Home.
Beginning our series on the smart home
Q: What are the core benefits of smart home devices for blind users?
Smart home devices offer hands-free control, audible feedback, and the ability to confirm actions through spoken or displayed cues, which together reduce the need to navigate physical interfaces and multiple apps.
NVDA in the Past, Present, and Future
Q: How has NVDA progressed in the Windows ecosystem and what makes it competitive with proprietary options like JAWS and Microsoft's Narrator?
NVDA has evolved to offer broad functionality, extensive community contributions, and a strong cost-to-value proposition since it is free, which makes it a viable alternative especially for those with funding constraints; it remains a choice due to its flexible model and ongoing improvements, with a focus on openness and collaboration rather than direct feature-for-feature replication of competitors.

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A technology-focused show centered on accessibility and assistive tech, blending news, hands-on demonstrations, product reviews, and interviews with leaders and advocates in the field. Episodes often explore screen readers, Braille devices, smart-home usability, and mainstream tech through an accessibility lens, with practical tips and real-user experiences. A standout pattern is collaborators from disability organizations and tech companies shaping policy, standards, and user-centric design—making it a go-to for listeners who want both industry context and actionable accessibility insights.

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2. Andrew Flatres
3. Rachel Ramos
4. Judy Dixon
5. Mike Feir
6. Heidi Taylor
7. Kennedy Zimnick
8. Dr. Ariel Silverman

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