Article 19

Article 19

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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June 15, 2026 28 mins

On this episode of Article 19, Past meets Present as Kristen and Raquella bring on former host, Amanda Roper, to unpack the extension of the Title 2 deadlines and what that means for institutions, individuals, and, most importantly, assistive technology users. If you'd like to submit a public comment on the extension and the ruling, you may do so before June 22nd, 2026. Go to the following link, and click on "submit comment." http...

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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 u...
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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, wh...

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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.

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June 30, 2025 33 mins

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 feedb...

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March 25, 2025 26 mins

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 pr...

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February 25, 2025 23 mins

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...

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January 24, 2025 50 mins

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.

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November 22, 2024 24 mins

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 ca...

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October 8, 2024 55 mins

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.

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September 3, 2024 50 mins

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&r...

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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.

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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 disabi...

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Join 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 focus...

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June 26, 2024 37 mins

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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 othe...

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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 ot...

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Tamman'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 o...

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June 4, 2024 36 mins

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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.

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May 8, 2024 26 mins

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Tamman'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 Te...
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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 ...

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