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AXSChat Podcast

Podcast by Antonio Santos, Debra Ruh, Neil Milliken: Connecting Accessibility, Disability, and Technology

Welcome to a vibrant community where we explore accessibility, disability, assistive technology, diversity, and the future of work. Hosted by Antonio Santos, Debra Ruh, and Neil Milliken, our open online community is committed to crafting an inclusive world for everyone.

Accessibility for All: Our Mission

Believing firmly that accessibility is not just a feature but a right, we leverage the transformative power of social media to foster connections, promote in-depth discussions, and spread vital knowledge about groundbreaking work in access and inclusion.

Weekly Engagements: Interviews, Twitter Chats, and More

Join us for compelling weekly interviews with innovative minds who are making strides in assistive technology. Participate in Twitter chats with contributors dedicated to forging a more inclusive world, enabling greater societal participation for individuals with disabilities.

Diverse Topics: Encouraging Participation and Voice

Our conversations span an array of subjects linked to accessibility, from technology innovations to diverse work environments. Your voice matters! Engage with us by tweeting using the hashtag #axschat and be part of the movement that champions accessibility and inclusivity for all.

Be Part of the Future: Subscribe Today

We invite you to join us in this vital dialogue on accessibility, disability, assistive technology, and the future of diverse work environments. Subscribe today to stay updated on the latest insights and be part of a community that's shaping the future inclusively.

Management Mental Health Business Community
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
34 minutes
Episodes
280
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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The Invisible Link: Hypermobility and Neurodivergence

The Invisible Link: Hypermobility and Neurodivergence

What happens when our bodies and brains are more connected than medicine has led us to believe? In this illuminating conversation, Jane Green MBE, founder and chair of SEDS Connective, unpacks the pr…

00:27:28  |   Fri 05 Sep 2025
Unlocking ADHD in Singapore

Unlocking ADHD in Singapore

What does it mean to be diagnosed with ADHD at age 50? For Moonlake Lee, it wasn't just a personal revelation – it became the catalyst for creating Singapore's first charity dedicated to supporting p…

00:31:46  |   Tue 02 Sep 2025
Accessibility Journey: From Casino Dealer to Code Champion

Accessibility Journey: From Casino Dealer to Code Champion

Julia Undeutsch's path to becoming an accessibility specialist defies conventional career trajectories. From studying musicology and Japanese while working as a poker dealer to becoming a passionate …

00:29:15  |   Mon 25 Aug 2025
From Front-End Developer to Accessibility Champion

From Front-End Developer to Accessibility Champion

Crystal Preston-Watson takes us on her fascinating journey from self-taught coder and journalism dropout to becoming a Senior Digital Accessibility Analyst at Salesforce's Office of Accessibility. Wi…

00:32:38  |   Mon 18 Aug 2025
Can Business Schools Bridge the Corporate Inclusion Gap?

Can Business Schools Bridge the Corporate Inclusion Gap?

What does it take to lead effectively in today's diverse business landscape? Gisele Marcus, Vice Dean at Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis, brings a refreshing perspective sh…

00:32:57  |   Mon 11 Aug 2025
What if deaf people could have truly private phone calls?

What if deaf people could have truly private phone calls?

Communication is everything, but what if you couldn't make a private phone call? Tomer Aharoni, CEO and co-founder of Nagish, joins AXSChat to reveal how his team is revolutionizing accessibility for…

00:28:26  |   Tue 05 Aug 2025
Rediscovering Disability in Ancient Rome: The Cambridge School Classics Project

Rediscovering Disability in Ancient Rome: The Cambridge School Classics Project

When was the last time your history book mentioned Julius Caesar's seizures or Hannibal's missing eye? The erasure of disability from our historical narratives isn't accidental—it reveals our modern …

00:37:00  |   Mon 28 Jul 2025
The Body You Have is the Only One That Matters

The Body You Have is the Only One That Matters

What if fitness was designed to meet you exactly where you are, instead of demanding that you change to fit into someone else's idea of exercise? That's the revolutionary concept behind Second Skin S…

00:28:09  |   Tue 22 Jul 2025
The Accessibility Apprenticeship Revolution

The Accessibility Apprenticeship Revolution

Dimple Khagram, founder and CEO of Purple Beard Training, talks about creating the UK's first Accessibility Specialist Apprenticeship in an interview with Antonio Santos and Neil Milliken. What began…

00:27:52  |   Fri 11 Jul 2025
Accessibility Champion's Journey at Sanofi

Accessibility Champion's Journey at Sanofi

What happens when a curious quality assurance tester encounters an odd request about color contrast? For Iulia Brehuescu, it sparked a journey that would transform not only her career but also impact…

00:24:58  |   Fri 04 Jul 2025
Silicon Savanna Speaks: When Mobile-First Meets Accessibility

Silicon Savanna Speaks: When Mobile-First Meets Accessibility

What does digital accessibility look like in a mobile-first continent with 1.4 billion people speaking hundreds of languages across 50+ countries? Irene Mbari-Kirika, Executive Director and Founder o…

00:29:57  |   Fri 27 Jun 2025
The Communication Gap in Tech Accessibility

The Communication Gap in Tech Accessibility

Accessibility in mobile technology has evolved from seemingly impossible challenges to remarkable innovations. Join us as we welcome back Sabine Lobnig from the Mobile and Wireless Forum to discuss t…

00:27:51  |   Fri 20 Jun 2025
Myths, Misunderstandings, and Magic Tools: Demystifying the European Accessibility Act

Myths, Misunderstandings, and Magic Tools: Demystifying the European Accessibility Act

The countdown to the European Accessibility Act has begun, and organizations across the EU and beyond are racing to understand what this landmark legislation means for their products and services. In…

00:28:10  |   Fri 13 Jun 2025
The Invisible Revolution: How Code-Based Graphics Are Changing the Internet

The Invisible Revolution: How Code-Based Graphics Are Changing the Internet

Accessibility and sustainability collide in this eye-opening conversation with Heather Neff, CEO of Equivalent. She returns to AXSChat to share groundbreaking developments in their mission to transfo…

00:26:34  |   Fri 06 Jun 2025
Confusing, Hopeful, and Necessary: Our AI Accessibility Journey

Confusing, Hopeful, and Necessary: Our AI Accessibility Journey

The most valuable accessibility conversations are happening in unexpected places. In this reflection on recent events, the AccessJet team shares how conferences focused on broader topics yielded surp…

00:17:33  |   Tue 03 Jun 2025
From Frustration to Delight: Real Accessibility Wins in Everyday Products

From Frustration to Delight: Real Accessibility Wins in Everyday Products

When we're constantly fighting for baseline accessibility compliance, it's easy to miss the quiet victories happening around us. In this candid conversation, returning guest Steve Tyler shares refres…

00:35:58  |   Thu 22 May 2025
Tristan Lavender on Leading Philips' Neurodiversity Network

Tristan Lavender on Leading Philips' Neurodiversity Network

What happens when a global company with 70,000 employees embraces neurodiversity as a driver of innovation? Tristan Lavender, founder and chair of Philips Neurodiversity Network, takes us behind the …

00:27:29  |   Sun 18 May 2025
Virtual Exchange and Global Learning for Disability Inclusion

Virtual Exchange and Global Learning for Disability Inclusion

Dr. Kelly Tzoumis, professor emeritus at DePaul University and lecturer at Johns Hopkins, discusses virtual exchange programs that make global learning accessible to students with disabilities. These…

00:30:41  |   Mon 12 May 2025
From Compliance to Advantage: The Hidden ROI of Accessibility

From Compliance to Advantage: The Hidden ROI of Accessibility

What happens when accessibility transcends from a legal obligation to a strategic business advantage? That's exactly what Gina Bhawalkar, Principal Analyst for Digital Accessibility at Forrester Rese…

00:31:50  |   Fri 02 May 2025
Can AI Truly Understand Human Needs in Justice Systems?

Can AI Truly Understand Human Needs in Justice Systems?

Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren brings a rare and powerful perspective to the criminal justice system. With nearly three decades on the bench in Florida and a background in disability rights advocacy, she o…

00:28:35  |   Fri 25 Apr 2025
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