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Article 19

Tamman-Article 19 Team

Article 19 is a podcast rooted in the firm belief that access to information is a human right. Here we offer conversations and interviews for increasing awareness, empathy, and expertise around digital inclusivity. A little nerdy, and a little techy, we hope listeners end up more informed too. We will also address why the oxford comma is awesome, and always more accessible.

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45:20

From Caterpillar to Butterfly: Raquella's Journey

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2026/04/10

Article 19 is back! After a hibernation, we're ready to bloom again. Listen to Katie and Kristen interview longtime listener, first time caller, Raquella Freeman, as she shares her disability journey with us. While ableism and sexism tried to keep her down, Raquella leaned hard on the voices that lifted her up and is now an advocate for those who follow.At the end of the episode, Katie gives Raquella a unique gift, and Raquella undergoes a surprise metamorphosis. Listen wherever you

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34:09

Living and Working with Speech Recognition Technology

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2025/09/09

Speech recognition technology has evolved from clunky early tools into powerful systems built into the devices we use every day. But for people with disabilities, these tools are far more than convenient; they can be life-changing.In this episode, host Katie Samson traces the story of speech recognition through the lived experiences of Marcus Goldman, whose father with ALS used Dragon in its early days; physicist Jim Isenberg, who relies on Dragon after a spinal cord injury; and web developer Leah

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33:33

Living at the Intersection: LGBTQ+ and Disability Pride

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2025/07/31

What does true inclusion look like, at work, in policy, and in community? In this powerful LGBTQ+ Pride and Disability Pride Month episode, Devon Murphy shares his journey of coming out as a trans man, navigating life with Autism and ADHD, and finding support along the way. Host Kristen Witucki and Devon also unpack the current threats to Section 504 and why standing together matters now more than ever.Learn more about supporting people with disabilities in Tamman’s Learn Center and stay connected

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33:21

Reimagining Event Accessibility

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2025/06/30

Events are an opportunity for connection and discovery, but for people with disabilities, they often present barriers that make participation exhausting or even impossible.Our hosts, Katie & Kristen, reflect on their recent experience at the 40th CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. From noisy hallways to heavy hotel doors, they break down what worked, what didn’t, and why accessible design starts with real-world feedback. Joined by accessibility designer and advocate with lived experience,

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26:11

We Can't Go Back on Section 504

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2025/03/25

From healthcare to education to employment, this conversation goes beyond policy, it’s about people, their futures, and the fight to ensure accessibility remains a fundamental right.Joined by Theo W. Braddy, a lifelong disability advocate and leader, in this episode, we explore the real-life impact of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Theo shares his personal story and lived experience, unpacking the protections 504 provides, the barriers that still exist, and what’s at stake if these rights

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23:11

Protect 504

Article 19 ·

2025/02/25

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act has been a cornerstone of disability rights for over 50 years—so why is it under attack now? In this special mini-sode, we are joined by Alison Barkoff, former head of HHS' Administration for Community Living and a lifelong disability advocate, to unpack the legal battle, the misinformation fueling it, and the action we need to take right now. This isn’t a policy debate, it’s a fight for our rights, our healthcare, and our futures. PDF Transcript Web

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50:10

The Voices of Screen Readers

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2025/01/24

Explore the everyday use of screen readers and discover the nuances of navigating inaccessible web pages. Host, Katie Samson dives into this topic with co-host Kristen Witucki, who shares her personal journey with assistive tech, and accessibility expert Dax Castro. this episode dives into how screen readers work, common misconceptions, and their role in creating inclusive digital spaces.Stay connected and continue the conversation with us LinkedIn. Web Transcript | PDF Transcript Show

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24:17

Embedding Access in the Arts

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2024/11/22

Accessibility, advocacy, and the intersection of inclusivity with arts and culture—we explore these topics and more with Tamman’s new Senior Director of Education, Katie Samson. Drawing on her lived and professional experiences, Katie shares insights on projects like Carolyn Lazard’s Long Take and emphasizes the importance of embedding access into creative practices. Ultimately, uncovering how collective access can drive meaningful change in the arts and beyond.Learn more about supporting people

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55:18

Casting a Ballot for Accessible Voting

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2024/10/08

Can we have true Democracy if voting isn’t accessible to everyone? Joined by Whitney Quesenberry, Rylin Rodgers, and Alexia Kemerling, professionals working on voting accessibility we discuss current barriers, what is being done to improve accessibility, and how voters, both with and without disabilities, can take action during the upcoming election.Visit the resources below for more on this topic and stay connected with us LinkedIn. PDF Transcript Web Transcript Meet Our Guests: Whitney

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50:34

Can AI see the world the way we do?

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2024/09/03

AI has the potential to bring people who are blind or who have low vision closer and closer to the visual world.Joined by Vice-Chair of Be My Eyes, Bryan Bashin, and Tamman document accessibility specialist, Liza Grant, we explore the differences of alt text written by a trained human and AI and what the future of AI looks like for blind and low-vision individuals. Learn more about supporting people with disabilities in Tamman’s Learn Center and stay connected with us on LinkedIn. PDF

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35:11

Normalizing Workplace Accommodations (Part 2)

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2024/08/07

Accommodations are a responsibility that an employee and employer share.Continuing the conversation with our 6 guests from Part 1, we further explore the impact of accommodations and inclusive practices for both employees and organizations and the true cost of providing (or not providing) accommodations. This episode is part 2 of a 2-part podcast, listen to the first episode here. Continue learning about supporting people with disabilities in Tamman's Learn Center. Stay in touch with us on

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39:11

Normalizing Workplace Accommodations (Part 1)

Article 19 ·

2024/08/07

Workplace accommodations are a topic that drives fear and uncertainty for both employees and employers. Featuring personal anecdotes and professional insights, this documentary-style episode shares 6 unique perspectives that uncover the challenges of navigating the job market and the workplace for people with disabilities, the emotions around asking for accommodations, and the experience of hiring and supporting people with disabilities. This episode is part 1 of a 2-part podcast keep listening

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39:58

Marketing with an Accessibility Mindset

Article 19 ·

2024/06/26

Full TranscriptJoin members of Tamman's marketing team as we explore how we manage digital accessibility as marketers, designers, content creators, and communicators. We focus on the machinations and the nuance that goes into crafting our external image as a company as an organization that deeply, deeply cares about digital accessibility. This episode is part of a three-part series focused on marketing and design with accessibility in mind. Check out the other episodes: Using Emojis with

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37:34

Art and Accessibility

Article 19 ·

2024/06/26

Full Transcript Joined by Tamman designers, Tom Hall and Sam Waterman, we explore the intersection of art and accessibility! Diving deep into Tamman’s approach and how our team meets accessibility guidelines in both, professional designs and their personal projects. This episode is part of a 3 part series focused on marketing and design with accessibility in mind. Check out the other episodes: Emojis and Accessibility Marketing with Accessibility

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47:49

Using Emojis with Accessibility in Mind

Article 19 ·

2024/06/26

Full Transcript Joined by Dr. Damien LaRock we explore the nuances and accessibility of modern communication, specifically emojis and gifs. Diving into the intended use of these icons and images, the different uses of the same icon, and how a screen reader notices them. This episode is part of a three-part series focused on marketing and design with accessibility in mind. Check out the other episodes: Marketing with an Accessibility Mindset Art and Accessibility Additional show notes: The

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38:59

M Leona Godin Interview for There Plant Eyes Book

Article 19 ·

2024/06/07

Full TranscriptTamman's Article 19 podcast speaks with author of “There Plant Eyes”, Dr. M Leona Godin. Host Kristen Witucki, chats with Leona about the personal and cultural history of blindness and they discuss her book "There Plant Eyes". This book delves into scientific, historical, religious, and cultural phenomena that have led to the ocularcentrism of our world. “There Plant Eyes" was the subject of one of our internal book talks which we also shared here on the podcast and led to our

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36:28

There Plant Eyes Book Talk

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2024/06/04

Full Transcript The Tamman team talks about the book, “There Plant Eyes: A Personal and Cultural History of Blindness,” by Dr. M Leona Godin. This book delves into scientific, historical, religious, and cultural phenomena, that have led to the ocularcentrism of our world, a term that Leona Godin coined to mean a visual perception and way of thinking whose impact people who are blind or low vision still feel today. Host Kristen Witucki and other members of the Tamman team chat about the many

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26:49

Strokes and Accessibility

Article 19 ·

2024/05/08

Full TranscriptTamman's Article 19 podcast speaks with long-time accessibility strategist and stroke survivor, Robert Jolly. Host Kristen Witucki chats with Robert about how his career started, what led to his stroke, and why he returned to the cause of accessibility with even more conviction after his stroke. Robert Jolly is an accessibility-focused product manager working on the delivery team for 10x in the Technology Transformation Services (TTS) at General Services

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57:29

Echolocation with Daniel Kish and Derrick Twene

Article 19 ·

2024/03/29

Full Transcript"Our only limits are the ones we think we have." - Daniel Kish Tamman's Article 19 podcast speaks with accessibility icons Daniel Kish, the President for the World Access for the Blind and Derrick Twene, a Consultant, Coach, mobility trainer, and motivational speaker who retrained himself to navigate the world after losing his sight as an adult. Daniel Kish is the lead founder and President of World Access for the Blind. This 501(c)(3) non-profit organization uniquely combines a

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36:59

Book Talk: Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir Of A...

Article 19 ·

2024/03/01

Full TranscriptThe Tamman team talks about the biography of Judith Heumann, known as the Mother of the Disability Rights Movement. Host Kristen Witucki and additional members of the team chat about Heumann's upbringing, how her public protests directly led to immense gains for the lives of people with disabilities, and her legacy after she has passed away. Show notes are in the transcript and on the Tamman website.

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