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Assistive Technology Update – A weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs.

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Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs.   Special Guest: David Rabie – Founder and CEO – Tovala www.tovala.com Use ... more

Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs.   Special Guest: Mark Jones – CEO and Main Developer – Fiavaion Website: ht... more

Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest: Christopher Mutch – Owner and Inventor – Speaking Access htt... more

Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest: Brittany Palmer – CoFounder and CEO – Ability Lane And – Man... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Jones
Founder/creator of Assist, Chrom extension developer
Fiavaion
Episode: ATU794 – AssisT with Mark Jones
Christopher Mutch
Founder/Developer of Speaking Access
Speaking Access
Episode: ATU793 – Speaking Access Updates with Christopher Mutch
Ola Gonzalez
Contributor from Bridging Apps
Bridging Apps
Episode: ATU793 – Speaking Access Updates with Christopher Mutch
Brittany Palmer
Co-founder and CEO of Ability Lane
Ability Lane
Episode: ATU792 – Ability Lane with Brittany Palmer
Gracyn Conner
Founder of Hygiene Hippie
Hygiene Hippie
Episode: ATU791 – Hygiene Hippie with Gracyn Conner
Sriram Ganesh
Co-founder and CEO of Luminade (Lumen)
Lum inade / Lumen
Episode: ATU790 – Lumin with Sriram Ganesh
Nordine Sebkhi
CEO and co-founder of Kinemo
Kinemo
Episode: ATU789 – Kinemo with Nordine Sebkhi and Arpan Bhavsar
Arpan Bhavsar
CTO of Kinemo
Kinemo
Episode: ATU789 – Kinemo with Nordine Sebkhi and Arpan Bhavsar
Jack Churchill
Co-founder and CEO of Scanning Pens
Scanning Pens
Episode: ATU788 – Scanning Pens with Jack Churchill

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Josh Anderson
Host of Assistive Technology Update

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
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    stellar and outstanding podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2020iphone12pro
    United States3 years ago
  • Dr.D

    I’m an Occupational Therapist and Assistive Technology Professional with 15 years of experience. I am currently an AT & UDL Services Coordinator for my state. Part of my job includes supporting AT Specialists. This is a podcast I share out as an excellent resource. This is one of the podcasts that helped me develop the skills that has led me to be a state leader. Thanks Indata!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MomO'4
    United States4 years ago
  • Informative and very professionally done

    Great for professionals

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eric Weldern
    United States6 years ago
  • SPEAKMODalities podcast

    Great podcast to listen to! Information and educational

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatelynSueWarner
    United States9 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    This podcast is a great way to stay up-to-date on all things in assistive technology. Incredibly educational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morgan Fawbush
    United States9 years ago

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Staff keeps content accessible and informative for both clinicians and educators.
Would-be guests find the show a strong platform for real-world AT education.
High-quality, professional interviews with practical AT insights.
Covers a broad AT landscape, from devices to policy and education.

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ATU791 – Hygiene Hippie with Gracyn Conner
Q: Nice, perfect. And Gracyn, I have to ask you, how's the data handled? Just because I know I got pictures, I got videos, and I've got some probably kind of personal information in there.
Data is stored locally on the user's device; there is a login code that is a random string, not tied to an email, and photos/videos are not stored in a central database by the app. Only schedule names and notes are stored, with everything else remaining on the device to maximize privacy.
ATU789 – Kinemo with Nordine Sebkhi and Arpan Bhavsar
Q: What does setup and calibration look like?
Setup is largely quick and simple because Kinemo uses motion sensors instead of precise EMG sensors. Calibration is often unnecessary, and when needed for mouse control, it takes about two seconds, after which users can start controlling their devices.
ATU789 – Kinemo with Nordine Sebkhi and Arpan Bhavsar
Q: Could you tell our listeners a little bit about yourselves?
Nordine and Arpan describe their backgrounds in engineering and research at Georgia Tech, then explain Kinemo's mission to convert residual body movements into computer controls to aid people with physical disabilities, starting from research at Shepherd Center and Brooks Rehabilitation. They emphasize moving the product from lab to market to meet real-world accessibility needs.
ATU784 – SpeechLabel with Freek van Welsenis
Q: What exactly is Speech Label and how does it work?
Speech Label is a labeling system that uses physical NFC or QR code stickers paired with a free mobile app; you attach a label to an item, you add text or a voice note, and when you scan later, the information pops up or is spoken aloud.
ATU787 – XNote with Brian Friedlander, Ph.D.
Q: How can X Note integrate with other tools or workflows?
The system supports automations via Zapier, connects with Google Tasks, and can interact with MindView for advanced mind-mapping workflows, broadening how notes are used beyond capture.

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This show consistently covers a wide range of assistive technology topics, from device demonstrations and software tools to classroom inclusion and home care. Episodes frequently spotlight practical implementations, real-world user stories, and strategic guidance for educators, caregivers, and professionals navigating AT ecosystems. A notable strength is its breadth of guest experts—from app developers and researchers to nonprofit leaders and device manufacturers—delivering hands-on insights and actionable takeaways for practitioners, teachers, and families alike.

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1. Mark Jones
2. Christopher Mutch
3. Ola Gonzalez
4. Brittany Palmer
5. Gracyn Conner
6. Sriram Ganesh
7. Nordine Sebkhi
8. Arpan Bhavsar

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