
HearSay
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HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.
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08/09/24 • 48 min
In this episode of HearSay, we’re joined by Tom Wlodkowski, Vice President of Accessibility at Comcast and former Director of Accessibility at AOL. Tom’s career has been uniquely positioned at the intersection of internet, broadcast, and cable television. He’s credited for creating the industry’s first set-top box interface as well as designing multiple accessible interfaces for the web. He discusses these innovations and more in this episode of HearSay.
HearSay is an AudioEye series dedicated to the heroes of accessibility who are paving the way, building an inclusive future, and making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
Show Notes:
- Brief History of Digital Accessibility
- The Ultimate Accessibility User Testing Guide
- Essential WCAG Checklist
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View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-tom-wlodkowski_transcript
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HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

10/22/24 • 47 min
In this episode of HearSay, Natalie House, Sr. Director, Content and Communications at Weave, talks about the advantages digital accessibility can bring to businesses. She discusses her personal experiences at brands like Traeger and Pluralsite and the benefits the organizations realized — both from a brand and customer perspective — by making their digital content more accessible.
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View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-natalie-house
HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

09/18/24 • 44 min
Gerard Cohen, who drives the Atlassian Design System Accessibility Team, joined us in the latest episode of our HearSay podcast. Gerard has worked as a Digital Accessibility Leader and Team Builder for popular platforms like Jira and Trello and even Twitter. He discusses the catalyst accessibility can be when prioritized in business settings and the benefit the effort has for both businesses and the disability community alike.
HearSay is an AudioEye series dedicated to the heroes of accessibility who are paving the way, building an inclusive future, and making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
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View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-gerard-cohen-transcript
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HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

11/15/24 • 39 min
Join Mike Paciello, Chief Accessibility Officer at AudioEye, and Bryce Johnson, Principal Research Accessibility and Inclusive Design at Microsoft and Co-Inventor of the Xbox adaptive controller, in the latest episode of HearSay. Mike and Bryce discuss accessibility in online gaming and the incredible work that’s gone into making the industry more accessible to individuals with disabilities. They also discuss how organizations can make their designs more inclusive using data and involving the disability community as much as possible.
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View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-bryce-johnson
HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

05/15/24 • 58 min
In this episode of HearSay, Larry Goldberg, former head of accessibility at Yahoo, WGBH, the National Center for Accessible Media (NCAM), and Verizon, provides a look into the history of accessibility in the media industry. He also shares his role in bringing closed captioning to media outlets, including WGBH.
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View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-larry-goldberg-transcript
HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

01/31/24 • 50 min
In this episode of HearSay, Mike Paciello, Chief Accessibility Officer at AudioEye, discusses his journey in the digital accessibility industry—from founding the Web Accessibility Initiative that led to the creation of the today’s global standards, to his unwavering commitment to advancing the rights of persons with disabilities over the past several decades. He explores the changing industry landscape and the steps businesses must take in order to ensure an inclusive and equitable future.
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HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, and Sean Bradley. Edited by Grant Lemons.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

02/20/25 • 46 min
Many businesses believe accessibility is a one-time fix — but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Janina Sajka, an active contributor at the W3C, Amazon, and the American Foundation for the Blind, explores common misconceptions around accessibility. She also discusses the importance of ongoing accessibility audits and how the new W3C Accessibility Maturity Model can help organizations better track their accessibility progress.
HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
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View Transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-janina-sajka
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

03/13/25 • 27 min
Jeff Kline, the former Manager of Accessibility Consulting, Compliance, and Strategic Programs at IBM and the author of Strategic IT Accessibility: Enabling the Organization, joined us on the latest episode of HearSay. He discussed how digital accessibility is so much more than compliance and the need for organizations to recommit to prioritizing accessibility. Jeff also discussed best practices for getting started with accessibility and helping C-Suite executives realize the benefits of making products and services more accessible.
HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
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View transcript here: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-jeff-kline
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

06/14/24 • 61 min
In this episode of HearSay, we’re joined by Gareth Ford Williams, the former Head of Accessibility at BBC, who discusses the importance of data in digital accessibility. He discusses how data can be used to create a culture of accessibility within organizations and improve digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
HearSay is an AudioEye series dedicated to the heroes of accessibility who are paving the way, building an inclusive future, and making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
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View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-gareth-ford-williams-transcript
HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.

03/18/24 • 32 min
In this final episode of the first season of HearSay, we had the unique privilege of sitting down with Gabby Giffords, former Congresswoman and AudioEye Advisor, along with her Speech-Language Pathologist, Dr. Fabi Hirsch Kruse. Gabby shares her personal journey with aphasia and what her life looks like today.
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View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-gabby-giffords-transcript
HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, and Sean Bradley. Edited by Grant Lemons.
HearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.
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FAQ
How many episodes does HearSay have?
HearSay currently has 16 episodes available.
What topics does HearSay cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts, Technology, Disability and Business.
What is the most popular episode on HearSay?
The episode title 'Using Data as a Springboard for Better Accessibility with Gareth Ford Williams' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on HearSay?
The average episode length on HearSay is 45 minutes.
How often are episodes of HearSay released?
Episodes of HearSay are typically released every 21 days.
When was the first episode of HearSay?
The first episode of HearSay was released on Jan 16, 2024.
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