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FSCast #269. On guide dogs, education, and the value of relationships

To mark International Guide Dog Day, Judy Redlich introduces her upcoming book and shares some exciting stories of professional growth and building relationships. We then head to Greece to meet…

FSCast #268. Vispero's CSUN Recap, And a Glimpse Of What's Coming

At this year's CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, Vispero made a few welcome announcements and unveiled a major new feature in development. Ryan Jones and Shaun Ryan give us the full scoop and…

FSCast #267. Title II readiness, CSUN plans, And focusing On What Really Matters

This month on FSCast: Elizabeth Whitaker previews Vispero's plans for CSUN, as well as our upcoming training opportunities; David Sloan explores key implications of ADA Title II for digital…

FSCast #266. On reading, mentorship and Braille Advocacy

This month on FSCast: · Olga Espinola shares her life story, where learning and mentorship go hand in hand. · Dave Williams discusses tactile Braille displays and explains some of the advantages of…

FSCast #265. On hosting a radio show, reading documents and developing your professional skills

This month, Mitchell Smedley shares his experience hosting his own radio show and serving as president of a college radio station. Quin Gillespie introduces Paperback, a fully accessible ebook and…

FSCast #264. Discovering an unfamiliar territory with Page Explorer, and a chat with Andrés felipe Pulgarín from Colombia

On this episode, we discuss reading books and other documents on a Windows PC. Then, we chat with Andrés felipe Pulgarín, a musician and access technology enthusiast from Columbia. And finally, we…

FSCast #263. Introducing the 2026 software updates, and a potential opportunity to start your own business

In this episode, Ryan Jones introduces some of the exciting new features in our JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2026 updates. Elizabeth Whitaker walks you through creating your Vispero account so you can…

FSCast #262. Enhancing Web Accessibility With JAWS Tools, And a Visit With Kristina Misiunaite

This month on FSCast, we show you how to quickly enhance website accessibility using the latest tools in JAWS. Then, we chat with Kristina Misiunaite, a tax policy officer from the Netherlands, to…

FSCast #261. An in-depth look at multiline Braille support in JAWS, and an AI user survey by the AFB

FSCast #260. Convention Special, And a Bit Of AI

· Why do blind people in the US attend annual conventions? · How can AI make web browsing more enjoyable? · What does it take to succeed in today's world? · What new learning opportunities are…

FSCast #259. Multiline Braille; visual tables; and a cruise in Antarctica

On FSCast this month: • Elisabeth Whitaker introduces Vispero's plans and events for the upcoming Summer conventions. • Joseph LaFauci contributes a JAWS power tip of the month. • Peter Tucic, Sile…

FSCast #258: Product News and Updates; A Quick Look at a Talking Kiosk; and a Visit with Nolan Crabb

On FSCast this month, we catch up with Ryan Jones, our VP of Software and Product Management , to find out some of what's new with Vispero products. At the Optelec stand, our colleague Rene Ludwig…

FSCast #257. Taming JAWS On the Web, an introduction to Innosearch, and more stories and memories from Ted Henter

This month, we explore the use of Web verbosity settings to tame excessive speech on some Web site with JAWS. Then, Bryan Vuong introduces us to Innosearch, an innovative approach to shopping. And…

FSCast #256. CSUN 2025 impressions, and a visit with Ted Henter

JAWS 30th anniversary celebration is in full swing. So this month on FSCast, we visit with Ted Henter to hear some JAWS stories, as well as to get some helpful tips on starting your own business. We…

FSCast #255. Talking Web Accessibility And Usability, And a Story Of a Young Blind Entrepreneur

This month on FSCast: · Find out about Vispero's CSUN and upcoming webinar schedule; · Learn about various facets of Web accessibility and usability from Brett Lewis and TJ Squires; · Meet Zülal…

FSCast #254. Celebrating Braille, attending a Zoom meeting and enjoying subtitles on YouTube

FSCast #253. Product updates, trainer tips from the pro, and TPGI partnership with AIRA

On this episode, Elizabeth Whitaker and Oleg Shevkun introduce some of the new features in our December product updates. Then, we hear from Dan Clark about his path from a pizza store manager to…

FSCast #252: The Next Big Thing 2024 Final

On this special episode, we relive the Next Big Thing 2024 final. We get to know the finalists and their feature ideas. We hear from the judges and show hosts. And, of course, we find out who the…

FSCast #251. Highlights of FSOpenLine For November 2024

If you missed our most recent FSOpenLine, then it's time to review the highlights of this lively discussion. Topics include Smart Screen Review, accessing shared presentations in Zoom, support for…

FSCast #250. On Sports, Paralympics And Access Technology