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Made For Us

Tosin Sulaiman
Signal Awards
Accessibility
Listener's Choice Award
Product Design
Design
Sustainability
Technology
Navilens
Generative AI
Inclusivity
Humanitarian Design
Inclusion
XRAI
Speechify
AI Hiring Tools
Slow Fashion
Blindness
Textio
Product Equity
Disability Rights

Made For Us is an award-winning podcast for anyone who’s curious about how to design for inclusivity. An Apple Podcasts Editors' Choice, Made For Us entered Apple's top 10 Design chart this year, reaching #2 in Canada and #3 in the U.S. and Australia. Join us each week for conversations with founders, designers, product inclusion leaders and other creative minds who are challenging the status quo ... more

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Latest Episodes

So your name’s been mistreated by autocorrect. What harm does that cause? And what would it take to fix it?

In this episode, Northeastern University law professor Rashmi Dyal-Chand discusses her research into autocorrect's bias and shares her bluepr... more

The I Am Not a Typo campaign managed to get tech companies' attention. So what happened next?

We hear from one of the campaign organisers about the conversations with tech giants - and whether anything actually changed.

This is Part 2 of “What’s in... more

For years, people added their "unusual" names to their phone's dictionary, treating it as a minor inconvenience. Then some decided to fight back.

In this episode, we meet the people whose names are constantly "corrected" by their devices and hear ho... more

Across the world, millions of people's names are treated as errors by our devices. In the UK alone, 41% of baby names are flagged as "incorrect."

In a new mini-series, we'll meet the people pushing tech companies to do better and explore what autoco... more

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Recent Guests

Rashmi Dyal-Chand
Professor of law and affiliate professor of public policy and urban affairs
Northeastern University
Episode: What's in a name? Part 3: Who decides what's 'normal'?
Dhruti Shah
Freelance journalist and creative practitioner
Episode: What's in a name? Part 3: Who decides what's 'normal'?
Cathal Wogan
Organizer behind the I Am Not A Typo campaign
Episode: What's in a name? Part 2: Did tech companies actually change?
Angharad Planells
Welsh professional from Newport, South Wales working in PR and communications
Episode: What's in a name? Part 1: When your device thinks you're a typo
Vedrana Koren
Individual with Croatian heritage discussing her experiences with her name in London
Episode: What's in a name? Part 1: When your device thinks you're a typo
Wanyu Zhang
Journalist and film director from China, expressing the significance of their name
Episode: What's in a name? Part 1: When your device thinks you're a typo
Xaymaca Awoyungbo
Journalist and film director, revealing the origins of their unique name
Episode: What's in a name? Part 1: When your device thinks you're a typo
Kevin Yoo
CEO and founder of Haptic, creator of HapticNav
Haptic
Episode: Navigation through touch: the haptic tech startup mapping an accessible future | Kevin Yoo
Layal Liverpool
A science journalist and author of SYSTEMIC: How Racism is Making Us Ill
Episode: How to design a fairer healthcare system, with Layal Liverpool and Tessa Davis

Host

Tosin Suleiman
Host focusing on inclusivity in design and social entrepreneurship.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Excellent & Informative

    This is just brilliant and just what is needed. I have found the podcast very informative. This is well researched and the quality is great. This will be a regular listen for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ObaKnight
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Insightful and inspiring - good range of topics

    I love the one about dyslexia and speechify - it’s given me new perspectives and loads of ideas thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    GemmaThompson
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Some reviews emphasize the potential for inspiring new perspectives, especially regarding diversity in design.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth conversations and quality insights into inclusive design.
Many find the topics discussed to be highly relevant and beneficial for both personal and professional growth.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#89
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#36
Saudi Arabia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#102
Ireland/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#103
Hong Kong/Arts/Design

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What's in a name? Part 1: When your device thinks you're a typo
Q: What was the message that you wanted to deliver to Big Tech?
The message was clear: we qualify this issue through data and personal stories, urging them to take it seriously and address the inclusivity of their technologies.
What's in a name? Part 1: When your device thinks you're a typo
Q: Can you take us back to the origins of the campaign and how it all began?
The I Am Not A Typo campaign started in March 2024, born from conversations recognizing issues with autocorrect and its failure to accommodate diverse names.
What's in a name? Part 2: Did tech companies actually change?
Q: What has it been like personally for you to work on this campaign?
It's been cool to work on this campaign fueled by great people, and it's a proud achievement to see change happen through collaborative efforts.
REPLAY: Reflections on creating the headscarf emoji, with Rayouf Alhumedhi
Q: Can you tell us a bit about your life before you got the idea for the Hijab Emoji Project?
Rayouf described her upbringing as intense and curious, being engaged with various cultures and communities.
Ingrid Silva on building a legacy in ballet, one pointe shoe at a time
Q: What does Dance Theatre of Harlem represent in terms of diversity?
Dance Theatre of Harlem is a leading dance company that emphasizes diversity and showcases a range of skin tones and backgrounds in its performances.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Made For Us

What is Made For Us about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A notable podcast that focuses on design inclusivity, inviting listeners to explore how everyday products can be made accessible and equitable for all. The series features conversations with a diverse range of guests, including founders, designers, and leaders in product inclusion, who share their insights and experiences in creating solutions that prioritize inclusivity from the ground up. Each episode offers valuable perspectives on the challenges and innovations related to inclusive design, making it a unique resource for individuals interested in how design intersects with social issues. The content is rich with case studies, personal stories, and discussions that inspire a rethinking of traditional design practices, appealing to listen... more

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2. Dhruti Shah
3. Cathal Wogan
4. Angharad Planells
5. Vedrana Koren
6. Wanyu Zhang
7. Xaymaca Awoyungbo
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