Episodes

Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
In Episode 18 of the State of Accessibility Podcast, David Sloan and Ricky Onsman explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping digital accessibility.
From AI-assisted development and testing to content creation and tool usability, this episode examines where progress is being made, where challenges remain, and what organizations should consider as they integrate AI into their accessibility strategies.
A forward-looking discussion on the evolving role of AI in accessibility.

Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
In Episode 17 of the State of Accessibility Podcast, David Sloan is joined by Jan Williams and Meagan Griffith to review the 2026 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference.
They share highlights from sessions, experiences from the event, and key takeaways from the largest annual gathering in accessibility and assistive technology.
Tune in to hear insights from both a seasoned attendee and a first-time presenter, and what they recommend for anyone considering CSUN in the future.

Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
On February’s State of Accessibility Podcast hosted by Vispero, David Sloan and Alicia Evans will be talking about effective strategies digital accessibility professionals can adopt for dealing with stress and avoiding burnout.

Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
Join us to review how the state of digital accessibility has changed this year! In this episode, host David Sloan, Chief Accessibility Officer, is joined by special guests Matt Ater, Jeremiah Rogers, and Mitchel Evan for a year-end recap of the digital accessibility landscape, shares highlights from 2025, and looks forward to what we might expect to see in 2026.

Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Have you ever wondered about mobile app accessibility? In our next episode, host David Sloan, Chief Accessibility Officer, and guest John Lilly, Principal Accessibility Engineer, will discuss how you can create more accessible mobile app user experiences and start creating more inclusive digital experiences for all.

Friday Oct 24, 2025
Friday Oct 24, 2025
What happens when the global accessibility community comes together for 24 hours straight? In our next episode, host David Sloan and guest David Swallow explore Inclusive Design 24 (ID24), the free, 24-hour online event that’s packed with expert talks, fresh ideas, and global perspectives on inclusive digital experiences.

Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
What does it really take to create an accessible kiosk experience for all users? In this episode of The State of Accessibility, Mark Miller and David Sloan sit down with JAWS for Kiosk expert, Matt Ater, to break down what sets kiosk accessibility apart from traditional digital design.

Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
In June, hosts Mark Miller and David Sloan started to explore AI and how it is reshaping design and development workflows. The conversation was too big for one episode, so join them for this episode to finish out the conversation.
Mark and Dave also discuss the EAA, Disability:IN, and ... tator tots? Listen now to learn what this fried snack has to do with inclusive design!

Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Artificial Intelligence is transforming how digital experiences are created, but is accessibility keeping up?
Join hosts Mark Miller and David Sloan as they explore how AI is reshaping design and development workflows, from automated code generation to dynamic user interfaces. They’ll spotlight both the promises and pitfalls of AI when it comes to inclusive digital experiences.

Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), we invited Isabel Holdsworth, Assistive Technology Engineer at TPGi, to share her remarkable journey as a blind traveler embarking on a cruise to Antarctica.
In this heartfelt conversation, Isabel brings her journey to life through rich sensory detail, like hearing the splash of a whale’s tail, or braving the unmistakable smell of penguin colonies.
She also shares how the ship’s crew navigated her disability with a mix of humor, empathy, and respect; highlighting that effective accommodations often begin with understanding your audience.

