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Stay "in-the-know" with BlindSmart, a show dedicated to sharing experiences and providing answers to questions you have wondered about. In some of the episodes I feature stories of blind people,  those associating with them, and experts in different blindness fields such as therapists, accessibility consultants, Braille transcribers, and audio descriptionists. While you wait for new episodes, be sure to check my weekly blog at https://www.visioninword.com/blog where you will find more on this subject.

  1. 08/07/2023

    Melodies Beyond Sight: A Conversation with DJ Vision Soul

    Melodies Beyond Sight: A Conversation with DJ Vision Soul

    Melodies Beyond Sight: A Conversation with DJ Vision Soul

  2. 18/05/2023

    Keep Technology Accessible: Empowering Everyone in the Digital Age

    In this thought-provoking episode, (Keep Technology Accessible,) we delve into the importance of ensuring that technology remains accessible to all individuals, regardless of their age, abilities, or socioeconomic status. We explore the challenges associated with the digital divide and discuss strategies to bridge this gap, including affordable internet access, digital literacy training programs, and providing necessary tools. Furthermore, we highlight the significance of designing technology with accessibility in mind, incorporating inclusive design practices and assistive technologies. Promoting digital literacy and encouraging collaboration and innovation in the field are also emphasized as essential components of maintaining accessibility. This episode serves as a call to action, urging you to recognize the value of keeping technology inclusive and empowering everyone to participate fully in the digital age

  3. 07/05/2023

    A Sudden Encounter with a Blind Person

    Handling unexpected situations can sometimes be a challenge. What do you do? What should you say? In this episode, we'll imagine a situation where a blind person accidentally bumps into someone and consider how to make the situation comfortable for everyone.

  4. 20/02/2023

    Ask a Blind Person (Part I) - Featuring Lefentse Seofela

    A passionate fan joins the panel in this episode of BlindSmart to ask Thabo Baseki some crucial questions about being blind. Get a blind person's unvarnished opinions. Did you know? We welcome any questions you may have. Please drop them in the comments section or send an email to services@visioninword.com if you have any. You can also post a question on our "Blind Smart" Facebook page. The subsequent episode of the "Ask a Blind Person" series on this podcast will make sure to include them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ask a Blind Person (Part I) - Featuring Lefentse Seofela

  5. 15/02/2023

    Inclusive Language - Your Aim, My Aim

    Our words and actions can either make or break others. This is true of how we talk to and treat people living with disabilities. Do you know what to do and what not to do? Discover more in this podcast's featured content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Inclusive Language - Your Aim, My Aim

  6. 12/02/2023

    Create Accessibility, starring Michael Hingson

    Do any of the words inclusion, accessibility, assistive technology, usability, or user-friendliness ring a bell? Some of the key words for people with impairments are those mentioned above. But what do they really mean? How can we make sure that persons with disabilities can access our digital goods and services? This episode of BlindSmart features an icon. Michael Hingson, who was born in 1950, has been blind from birth. His fascination with technology has allowed him to witness its development, including the rise in accessibility through time. He now works for a business that aids in making the internet accessible to those with disabilities. As he leads us on a voyage of accessibility, pay attention.   Resources From Michael The Unstoppable Mindset podcast may be found at https://www.michaelhingson.com/podcast, which is also Michael's personal website.  The AccessiBe official website: www.accessibe.com Michael is willing to talk at events on accessibility and how he and his guide dog worked together to help him survive the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack at the World Trade Center. You can contact Michael at michaelhi@accessibe.com or Michael@MichaelHingson.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 12/02/2023

    Disability Etiquette: Use Audiobookse

    In this installment of the "BlindSmart" podcast, a write-up from the BlindSmart blog in the series on disability etiquette is featured. Learn how using audiobooks can improve the reading experience of your content for blind readers. Starting with this episode, articles from the blog page will be featured in this podcast as audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Disability Etiquette: Use Audiobookse

  8. 11/02/2023

    Create Accessibility, starring Michael Hingson

    Do any of the words inclusion, accessibility, assistive technology, usability, or user-friendliness ring a bell? Some of the key words for people with impairments are those mentioned above. But what do they really mean? How can we make sure that persons with disabilities can access our digital goods and services?  This episode of BlindSmart features an icon. Michael Hingson, who was born in 1950, has been blind from birth. His fascination with technology has allowed him to witness its development, including the rise in accessibility through time. He now works for a business that aids in making the internet accessible to those with disabilities. As he leads us on a voyage of accessibility, pay attention.   Resources From Michael The Unstoppable Mindset podcast may be found at https://www.michaelhingson.com/podcast, which is also Michael's personal website.  The AccessiBe official website: www.accessibe.com Michael is willing to talk at events on accessibility and how he and his guide dog worked together to help him survive the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack at the World's Trade Center. michaelhi@accessibe.com and Michael@MichaelHingson.com are the email addresses to use.

    Create Accessibility, starring Michael Hingson
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Stay "in-the-know" with BlindSmart, a show dedicated to sharing experiences and providing answers to questions you have wondered about. In some of the episodes I feature stories of blind people,  those associating with them, and experts in different blindness fields such as therapists, accessibility consultants, Braille transcribers, and audio descriptionists. While you wait for new episodes, be sure to check my weekly blog at https://www.visioninword.com/blog where you will find more on this subject.

Informações

  • Criado por
    Thabo Baseki and Team
  • Anos de atividade
    2022 - 2023
  • Episódios
    14
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © Thabo Baseki and Team
  • Site do podcast
    BlindSmart