Against Technoableism - with Ashley Shew and Mallory Kay Nelson

In this episode, guests Ashley Shew and Mallory Kay Nelson discuss the concept of technoableism, the history of disability and technology, and the importance of involving disabled people when developing new technologies. They highlight the challenges surrounding the definition of disability, the impact of assistive technology on people with disabilities, and the potential problems that may arise during its implementation, such as the pressure for disabled individuals to conform to an ableist standard. The episode also addresses accessibility, acceptance, and representation of disability in society, the media, and within disability communities.

Relevant links from the episode:

• Ashley's book: Against Technoableism: Rethinking Who Needs Improvement
• Ashley's website
• Mallory's website
• Mallory's Patreon
• Follow Ashley on social media: Twitter and Bluesky
• Follow Mallory on social media: Instagram and Twitter