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AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 426 - AEBC & National AccessAbility WeekJoin Rob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis as they kick things off with some hockey pool banter—and discover how "Artie," their ChatGPT-powered pick, has scored a perfect run! Rob’s feeling pretty good, too, thanks to his strategic choice of the Edmonton Oilers. But it’s not all hockey talk! The gang switches gears to discuss National AccessAbility Week, a movement started back in 1988 to promote inclusion and accessibility. They're joined by Chantal Oakes from the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC), who shares details about their exciting virtual event featuring fun trivia and an open "Ask Me Anythi...2025-05-2544 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 425: "Artie" Ficial IntelligenceThis week Rob, Lis, Steve and Rob delves into the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI), noting how it has recently sunk into the mainstream with more people using and embracing it, a shift from previous fear and skepticism. They discuss their personal experiences using AI for diverse tasks including asking questions, creating accessible programs like a screen reader-friendly audio recorder and a keyboard-controlled soundboard, and work functions such as comparing price lists, proofreading documents, and generating graphics. They also dive into AI's impact on Assistive Technology (AT), highlighting how mainstream devices incorporating AI, such as the Meta glasses with...2025-05-2159 min
Athletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni JourneyFormer College Football Player to Founder of Strive Higher After Sports | Steve Davis Jr.In this episode of Athletes to Entrepreneurs, Rob Finkelstein sits down with Steve Davis Jr., founder of Strive Higher After Sports and passionate advocate for helping athletes redefine themselves beyond the game. Steve brings a powerful blend of insight, experience, and heart to a conversation centered on athlete transition, identity, and building meaningful connections that fuel life after sports.As a former athlete who walked the road himself, Steve understands the emotional and mental challenges of leaving the sport you love. From facing identity loss to figuring out what’s next, he’s made it h...2025-04-1638 min
Getting lumped UpRockerMike and Rob Rossi Presents:Steve Allen and Ron Flynt from the band 20/20RockerMike and Rob Presents:Steve Allen and Ron Flynt from the band 20/2020/20 was a power pop band that emerged in the late 1970s, known for their melodic hooks, jangly guitars, and tight harmonies. Originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, the band was formed by Steve Allen (vocals, guitar) and Ron Flynt (vocals, bass), later relocating to Los Angeles to join the burgeoning power pop scene alongside bands like The Knack and The Plimsouls.They gained recognition with their self-titled debut album, 20/20 (1979), which featured standout tracks like “Cheri” and “Yellow Pills”—the latter bec...2025-02-2743 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 414 - Dr. Linda Mamer & DeafblindnessThis week Rob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis welcome Dr. Linda Mamer, to the show to share her extensive experience in teaching Deafblind and visually impaired students. They talk about the importance of Intervenors for the Deafblind, as well as how crucial it is for early intervention, family involvement, and technology in enhancing communication for children who are Deafblind. She also discusses the evolution of assistive technology and its transformative effects on students' lives.
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/at-banter-podcast-episode-414-linda-mamer-deafblindness.pdf
Show Notes
Canadian Deafblind Association
http://www.cdbabc.ca/2025-02-121h 17AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 412 - Innosearch AIThis week, Ryan, Rob, and Steve sit down with Patrick Long, Co-founder and CEO of Innosearch, an innovative AI-powered platform revolutionizing accessibility for the visually impaired. Innosearch leverages cutting-edge AI and web scraping technology to streamline online shopping by eliminating unnecessary clutter and presenting only the most relevant information. It also features a built-in chatbot assistant to answer product-related questions in real time. And if that isn’t enough content for one week, we also audition a new cowbell – you won’t want to miss it!
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https://atbanter.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/at-banter-podcast-episode-412-innosearch.pdf2025-01-1550 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 402 - Great Scott! It's Halloween!!It’s that time of year again—spooky season is upon us! Join Rob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis for our annual Halloween episode, where things get delightfully weird. In this special edition, we summon the “Ghosts of Assistive Technology Past,” play a round of Mad Scientist to create ridiculous ‘FrankenAT’ inventions, and roast each other with some hilariously bad costume ideas.
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324 or...2024-10-3051 min
Disruptors5 Time Olympic Gold Winner Sir Steve Redgrave Talks Mindset, Success and Mental HealthTake the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 In this episode, Rob is joined by Olympic rowing legend Sir Steve Redgrave CBE DL, a retired rower who won gold medals at five consecutive Olympic Games from 1984 to 2000! Steve Redgrave gives a unique look at the mindset of a champion, the challenges of maintaining success, and his personal struggles with insecurity and depression. Rob and Steve’s conversation gives valuable lessons on perseverance, teamwork, and the importance of mental health in high performance environments. ...2024-10-211h 34AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 389 - LK Bowen & FOR WORSERob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis gather together for a full house this week to welcome author LK Bowen to talk about her debut novel, “For Worse”. They discuss the novel’s origins, how the choice was made to make the protagonist share LK’s eye condition of retinitis pigmentosa, and the importance of representation and agency in literature and media.
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-389-lk-bowen-and-for-worse.pdf
Show Notes
LK Bowen Online
https://www.authorlkbowen.com/
Buy “For Worse” on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Worse-L-K-Bowen/dp/B0CL5D2YG3...2024-07-241h 00AT Banter Podcast**Special Re-broadcast** Episode 340 - Brooke EllisonIt was with great sadness that we here at AT Banter learned that Brooke Ellison, an incredible advocate and champion of disability rights for many years, passed away at the age of 45 on February 4, 2024. We were blessed here at the show to have been able to chat with her back in June of last year, and even though our time with her was limited, she made an indelible impression on all of us.
We have wanted to pay tribute to Brooke for awhile now, but the truth is we were unsure on how to best do that...2024-05-291h 06
Sales Leadership PodcastEpisode 275: Steve Brossman: CEO of PodGuest Profits - Momentum is EVERYTHINGSteve Brossman is one of the top advisors to salespeople and sales leaders in the world. He helps teams differentiate and create game-changing strategies to help teams differentiate and cut through the noise of an increasingly crowded world. Steve has worked with leadership teams in 15 countries and has trained over 65,000 salespeople. He also is an elite sprinter and competed in the Olympic games. Today he shares how the principle of Momentum helps a team in a ways nothing else can…and how to be intentional about building momentum with each member of your team.
Steve is a 9 ti...2024-04-171h 00AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 375 - Steve's CSUN 2024 Round-upThe air is buzzing with assistive technology excitement and geekery as Steve makes his triumphant return to the show in time to walk us through his report of all the things he saw at CSUN, the annual assistive technology conference in California. His list includes a host of cool new products, from lasers to new braille technology, wearables, artificial intelligence, and a few surprises thrown in for good measure!
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2024/04/at-banter-podcast-episode-375-csun-2024-round-up.pdf
Show Notes
Low Vision International
https://lviamerica.com/
Zoomax 2024-04-101h 14
That Ain't It Podcast#6 | Mini Skirt Mushroom Mishaps, Steve's Black-Out Bathroom Troubles, and Genghis KhanIn Episode 6 of the That Ain't It Podcast, Jay, Rob, and Steve, delve into a whirlwind of absurd conversations and hilarious anecdotes. From bizarre party mishaps to musings on Genghis Khan's historical legacy, no topic is off-limits in this lively exchange. Join them as they navigate through tales of mini-skirt mishaps, peculiar party encounters, and reflections on government regulations. With their trademark blend of humor and irreverence, the That Ain't It crew invites listeners on a wild ride filled with laughter, unexpected twists, and unfiltered commentary. So buckle up and get ready for another entertaining episode with the That...2024-03-221h 03
That Ain't It Podcast#3 | Cards Against Humanity Shenanigans, Steve's Kitten Sized Bladder, And NoonersIn this episode of "That Ain't It Podcast" hosts Jay, Rob, and Steve engage in humorous banter and playing Cards Against Humanity. They discuss topics ranging from their experiences watching "Shrek" with Jay's son, to the significance of "nooners", the New York social elite, Harry Potter, and more. Throughout the episode, they joke about various subjects, including their sound guy's responsibilities, geography knowledge, and Steve's bladder capacity. They demonstrate their playful and irreverent style, engaging in witty exchanges and making humorous observations about everyday life.Get Social With Us!Instagram - www.instagram.com/that.ai...2024-02-211h 02AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 360 - A Podcast In a Pear TreeIt’s hard to believe, but it’s that time of season once again! The trees have been decorated, the lights put up and once again we have gathered a collection of friends of the show together to celebrate the holiday season! Joining Rob, Ryan, Steve and Lis this year is Shawn Marsolais of the Limitless Podcast, Riane LaPaire from the National Network for Equitable Library Services, and Melissa Hope from Descriptive Video Works! And if that isn’t enough, we also have included the world premiere of a brand new song from Ryan called “Christmastime Is Not For Me”!...2023-12-201h 08
Reality Hub70 World drama and personal healing with Penny, Rob and SteveIn todays episode Penny joins us remotely as we discuss heightening drama in the world (wars and unrest) and how it effects each of us on a deep level. We talk about our own healing journey and what it takes to be the change we want to see. Topics & Conversational Points: We are back at Browne St cafe! A remote podcast with Penny World events, media bombardment! Consciousness, what we feed our minds, social media detoxing Consuming vs creating Mental sovereignty is so important 2023-11-2353 min
Discussing DigitalDiscussing Digital with Steve O'NeillIn this episode of Discussing Digital, I am discussing all things Digital Marketing with Steve O’Neill of sondevelopment.Steve and sondevelopment are primarily about skills development, learning consultancy and audio consultancy, which includes being a professional voiceover artist and podcast production.During this episode we cover a wide range of topics, including video, social media and podcasting which surprised Steve as when I first approached him to be a guest, he said he didn’t do digital marketing.We have an interesting conversation about posting styles, Link...2023-11-2029 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 340 - Brooke EllisonIt’s a huge show this week as Rob, Ryan, Steve and Lis are honored to welcome Associate Professor at Stony Brook University, two-time author, politician, disability advocate, and official honorary Canadian, Brooke Ellison to talk about her journey through disability, her new book, “Look Both Ways”, and so much more. It’s not often that a guest can leave Lis speechless with her accomplishments, so this is a show you most certainly don’t want to miss!
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2023/06/at-banter-podcast-episode-340-brooke-ellison.pdf
Show Notes
Brooke Ellison Online
https://ww...2023-06-141h 06AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 338 - Dianne NewmanThis week Ryan, Lis, Rob, and Steve welcome broadcast veteran and audio describer Dianne Newman to the show to discuss her work with Descriptive Video Works, the role of the audio describer, how her broadcast background impacts her current voice over work, and what the process of recording audio description is like.
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2023/05/at-banter-podcast-episode-338-diane-newman.pdf
Show Notes
Descriptive Video Works
https://descriptivevideoworks.com/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 y...2023-05-311h 10AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 325 - Adam Grant WarrenThis week Ryan, Rob and Steve welcome Adam Grant Warren, writer, performer and member of the All Bodies Dance Program to talk about this innovative “mixed ability” dance company that not only embraces the idea of inclusion but of integration. They discuss the origins of the program and it’s mandate, how the notion of “all bodies” is incorporated into the creative process, and much more. If you are a fan of the arts, and of dance in particular, you won’t want to miss this episode!
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2023/03/at-banter-podcast-episode-325-adam-grant-warren.pdf
Show...2023-03-011h 03AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 323 - Talking PrescriptionsThis week Ryan, Rob, and Steve welcome Dean Steacy to the show to discuss his efforts to get ScripTalk, an accessible prescription reading system, into his local drug story and ended up getting national attention in a CBC new article. Oh, and Steve does an unboxing of a mysterious box from sent from Lis…
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2023/02/at-banter-podcast-episode-323-talking-prescriptions.pdf
Show Notes
En-Vision America
https://www.envisionamerica.com/scriptability-suite
ScripTalk Mobile
https://www.envisionamerica.com/app-chooser
CBC News Story - This blind ma...2023-02-141h 00AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 321 - AccessAbility Business GuideThis week Ryan, Rob, and Steve welcome advocate and fledgling app developer Megan Heximer to the show to discuss Accessibility Business Guide, her new app that provides the Disability Community with detailed accessibility information for local businesses. They discuss how the app works, the importance of community driven data as well as the need for information about accessible venues in mainstream Mapping programs.
Show Transcript
https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2023/01/at-banter-podcast-episode-321-accessibility-business-guide.pdf
Show Notes
AccessAbility Business Guide
https://accessabilitybg.com/
AccessAbility Business Guide on iOS
https://apps.apple.com...2023-02-0136 min
Health Quest Podcast with Steve Lankford430 – Rob Seeman Discusses The Food Movement CompanyWhat are humic acid, fulvic acid and Zeolite? How naturally sourced earth minerals support human health and nutrition. In this INTERVIEW with Rob Seeman, Steve Lankford explores the unusual products offered by The Food Movement Company. Rob shares his passion for the natural products industry and talks about the company’s innovative products, including fulvic humic […]
The post 430 – Rob Seeman Discusses The Food Movement Company appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.2022-12-2057 minHealth Quest Podcast430 – Rob Seeman Discusses The Food Movement CompanyWhat are humic acid, fulvic acid and Zeolite? How naturally sourced earth minerals support human health and nutrition. In this INTERVIEW with Rob Seeman, Steve Lankford explores the unusual products offered by The Food Movement Company. Rob shares his passion for the natural products industry and talks about the company’s innovative products, including fulvic humic […]
The post 430 – Rob Seeman Discusses The Food Movement Company appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.2022-12-2057 min
Sales Leadership PodcastEpisode 200: #199: Steve Travaglini of LinkSquares — I Don’t Care About Being Right, I Only Care About Finding What Works.Steve Travaglini is the Chief Revenue Officer for LinkSquares. Much has been written about LinkSquares and their remarkable growth. Steve joins the show for an insightful conversation around creating an environment where every member of the sales team is part of finding creative ways to grow, adapt, and succeed. He shares how this deliberate approach to constant progression, career planning, and intentional improvement creates fulfillment and legacy for any sales leader.
To learn more about LinkSquares, head to Linksquares.com/careers.
To connect with Steve, hit him up on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com...2022-10-0557 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 294 - StopGap FoundationRob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis welcome Luke Anderson, Executive Director and Founder of the StopGap Foundation, an Ontario-based non-profit that provides access solutions to businesses in the form of lightweight portable ramps. They discuss everything from Luke’s personal experience with disability and the origins of the StopGap Foundation to the challenges of dealing with local by-laws and policies and even touch on the mysterious caped crusader that goes by the moniker of Ramp Man….
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-294-stop-gap-foundation.pdf
Show Notes
StopGap Foundation
https://stopgap.ca/
AT B...2022-07-201h 10AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 289 - Bold Blind BeautyRob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis are all together once again this week as they welcome Stephanae McCoy and Sylvia Stinson-Perez from the website Bold Blind Beauty where they discuss the origins of the site and how it’s grown into an advocacy platform and community.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/06/at-banter-podcast-episode-289-bold-blind-beauty.pdf
Show Notes
Bold Blind Beauty
https://boldblindbeauty.com/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at ...2022-06-1553 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 286 - Christie Faye Collins and NOMIThis week we’re entering the wonderful world of online dating, so all you fellas take off your shirts and grab a fish! Rob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis welcome Christie Faye Collins to the show to talk about NOMI, the dating app she is currently working to develop that will cater to the neurodivergent and disability communities.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/05/at-banter-podcast-episode-286-christie-faye-collins-nomi.pdf
Show Notes
NOMI
https://nomiconnect.net/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility wit...2022-05-251h 01AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 285 - Izzy Camilleri and IZ AdaptiveRob, Ryan, Steve, and Lis put away the hockey jerseys and put on their best outfits as they welcome iconic Canadian Fashion designer and adaptive clothing pioneer Izzy Camilleri to the show. They discuss adaptive clothing and how it’s slowing growing into becoming more mainstream. It’s a fascinating look behind the curtain of this growing industry. Oh, and we also learn not to EVER buy Steve a pair of breakaway pants.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/05/at-banter-podcast-episode-285-izzy-camilleri-and-adaptive-clothing.pdf
Show Notes
IZ Adaptive
https://izadaptive.com/
Fashion Dis
...2022-05-1856 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 282 - Dave Steele The Blind PoetRob, Ryan, Steve and Lis drink some tea and prepare to wax poetic this week as they welcome Dave Steele, otherwise known as The Blind Poet to the show. Dave shares his own journey through vision loss, from first being diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa to becoming a bestselling author and known as “The Blind Poet”.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/at-banter-podcast-episode-282-dave-steele-the-blind-poet.pdf
Show Notes
Dave Steele Online
https://theblindpoet.net/
Stand By Me RP
https://www.amazon.ca/Stand-Me-RP-Dave-Steele/dp/1530000408
AT Banter is brought to you by Ca...2022-04-2056 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 273 - Matt AterWe’re going to need a bigger podcast! Rob, Ryan, Steve and Lis welcome Matt Ater, Vice President of Software and Corporate Business Development for Vispero to the show to talk about some of the latest news around the JAWS screen reading software, including the implementation of JAWS kiosks in McDonald’s restaurants.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/02/at-banter-podcast-episode-273-matt-ater.pdf
Show Notes
JAWS Connect
https://www.tpgi.com/arc-platform/jaws-connect/
JAWS Kiosks
https://www.tpgi.com/accessibility-solutions/jaws-kiosk/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assis...2022-02-161h 04AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 272 - The Cat’s AwayThe mice are having a party this week as Rob is down for the count and away from the show this week, leaving the keys to the podcast in the hands of Lis, Ryan, and Steve as they tackle a few news stories including some updates from Dr. David Grimes and his vision ministry in South America.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/02/at-banter-podcast-episode-272-the-cat-is-away.pdf
Show Notes
Peter Dinklage Calls Disney’s ‘Snow White’ Remake ‘Backward’
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/25/movies/peter-dinklage-snow-white.html
Robot Guide Pepper Could Help Blind
https://ww...2022-02-0944 min
My White Friend, Rob#011 - If You Forget EVERYTHING...You'll Wanna Hear Rob & Steve's Game IdeaMY WHITE FRIEND ROB EPISODE 011 - Rob cant remember anything...neither can alot of people. So the guys discuss a MILLION DOLLAR game idea Rob has and Steve gives him some notes on it!2022-02-0713 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 270 - Ableism Part 2Rob, Lis, Steve, and Ryan welcome fellow podcasters and advocates Amy Amantea and Shawn Marsolais for the second part of an epic roundtable discussion on ableism, specifically the notion of “inspiration porn”. Inspiration porn is a term coined by Australian disability advocate Stella Young and refers to the age old notion of the exploitation of people with disabilities. We discuss the origins, talk about its impact on everyday lives, the fine line that exists between teachable moments and personal space, and much more.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/01/at-banter-podcast-episode-270-ableism-part-2.pdf
Show Notes
Limi...2022-01-261h 09My White Friend, Rob#010 - Black People Should LOVE Donny OsmondMY WHITE FRIEND ROB EPISODE 010 - Black People Should LOVE Donny Osmond; Here's Why...With Rob & Steve. Steves still on a cruise and the scenery is PERFECT for the music Rob plays for him! They've come to the conclusion, black people should LOVE Donny Osmond...and the reason becomes crystal clear! WE DO NOT OWN ANY OF THE COPYRIGHTED MUSIC SAMPLED FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES IN THIS EPISODE.2022-01-1411 minMy White Friend, Rob#009: Steve On A Cruise, Rob's Nude Beach StoryMY WHITE FRIEND ROB EPISODE 009 - Steve On A Cruise, Rob In The Cold (Featuring the Johnson's). The guys talk about cruise experiences, funny happenings on such boats and a legendary tale of MR SNAIL!2022-01-0711 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 266 - Anthony FerraroRob is stoked this week as the gang (Rob, Ryan, Steve, and guest host Lis) welcome Anthony Ferraro, motivational speaker, documentary star, content creator, skateboarder, musician and Paralympian in training – yes he does it all!
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/12/at-banter-podcast-episode-266-anthony-ferraro.pdf
Show Notes
Anthony Ferraro Online
https://asfvision.com/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324.
...2021-12-1559 minMy White Friend, Rob#008: Rob and Steve Talk About Rob's Haunted HouseRob and Steve Talk About Rob's haunted house in Chautauqua county, NY. Rob even tells Steve about Lily Dale, a Dan Aykroyd connection to it and Steve warns Rob about 'scaring' him!2021-12-0914 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 265 - Ableism Part 1This week Rob, Ryan, Steve and Lis welcome Amy Amantea, artist, actor and advocate for a rousing round table discussion about ableism. They talk about its definitions, the concept of micro aggressions and the importance of avoiding ableist language – and much much more. It’s an episode so full of thought provoking conversation and learning that there was no chance of packing into one episode, so stay tuned for additional parts in the weeks ahead!
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/12/at-banter-podcast-episode-265-ableism-part-1.pdf
Show Notes
Meet Amy Amantea
https://www.ami.ca/Amy...2021-12-081h 19
AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 263 - Ken BrandtRob, Ryan and Steve once again welcome Lis Malone to help co-host as they sit down and talk to Ken Brandt, author of the book “Positive Vision: Enjoying the Adventures and Advantages of Poor Eyesight”. They discuss the origins of the book and the importance of having a positive attitude and sense of adventure. Also, why you always want to cross your legs when parachuting into a forest.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/11/at-banter-podcast-episode-263-ken-brandt.pdf
Show Notes
Ken Brandt Online
https://www.kenbrandt.com/
Positive Vision: Enjoying the Adventures and...2021-11-2453 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 262 - Dr. Anna LembkeWe are back after a break of a couple weeks (blame Rob) and Ryan, Steve, and Rob welcome back guest co-host Lis Malone for a very special episode of the show. This week the gang talks to Dr. Anna Lembke, professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine and author of the book “Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence” about addiction, how many seemingly innocuous things are being “drug-ified”, and why it’s important to find a balance in our everyday lives.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/11/at-banter-podcast-episode-262-dr.-anna-lembke.pdf
Show No...2021-11-171h 11My White Friend, RobEpisode 006Rob and Steve talk about nightmare gigs and coolest people they've met over the years!2021-11-1210 minMy White Friend, RobEpisode 005Steve and Rob talk about Rob's ASMR fetish... then, Steve agrees to watch Dr. Pimple Popper.2021-11-0808 minMy White Friend, RobEpisode 004Steve and Rob talk about what being a comedian now a days. They also talked about the recent deaths in comedy.2021-11-0809 minMy White Friend, RobEpisode 003Steve Wilson is joined by his buddy and co-host Rob Lederman!2021-11-0808 minMy White Friend, RobEpsiode 002Back at it for the second show, Rob from the East, Steve from the West!2021-11-0807 min
My White Friend, RobEpisode 001Welcome to the show! Hosted by Rob Lederman and Steve Wilson!2021-11-0810 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 261 - Bring on the HalloweeniesThe pumpkins are all out on the porches and the trees are adorned with toilet paper, which can only mean one thing – it’s time for the AT Banter annual Halloween episode! This year we’ve got a full house, as Rob, Ryan, and Steve welcome special guest Rick Chant from Chaos Technical Services and Lis Malone, from the Breaking Dishes Podcast to help celebrate the season as only these Halloweenies can!
Show Notes
https://www.halloweencostumes.com/blog/p-1494-adaptive-costumes.aspx
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and trainin...2021-10-2851 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 260 - Dr. Dave GrimesIt’s Blindness Awareness Month and Rob, Ryan and Steve talk about its mandate and why Blindness Awareness is important globally before welcoming on Dr. Dave Grimes to talk about his work done with the Children’s Low Vision Project and the work done overseas with Medical Ministry International.
Show Notes
Medical Ministry International
https://www.mmi.org/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call to...2021-10-2242 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 259 - Community Recreational Initiatives SocietyMoose, rabbits, bears, oh my! This week Steve, Ryan and Rob are heading into the Great Outdoors to talk with Laura McEwan, Manager of Program Delivery for Accessible Wilderness Expeditions, an organization based in Kelowna, BC that offers all manner of adapted outings and adventures.
Show Notes
Community Recreational Initiatives Society
http://crisadaptive.ca/
Adaptive Adventures
http://adaptiveadventures.ca/
Accessible Wilderness Expeditions
https://www.accesswilderness.ca/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years o...2021-10-1350 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 258 - Kiesha MastrodimosRob, Ryan and Steve get a lesson in foreign foot fetishes (inside joke, you’ll have to listen to the episode to get it) and welcome disability advocate, motivational speaker, social media star Kiesha Mastrodimos to the show to discuss the documentary “Kiesha’s Story: A Path to Wellness”.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/10/at-banter-podcast-episode-258-keisha-mastrodimos.pdf
Show Notes
Kiesha’s Story: A Path to Wellness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVW1ZcsFCsg
Keisha on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/wheelsxo
Keisha on Youtube
https...2021-10-061h 05AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 249 - Steve HoffmanSteve is on vacation, but Rob and Ryan soldier on without him as they welcome Steve Hoffman, CEO of Founders Space and author of the book “The Five Forces That Change Everything” to discuss future technology and what it means to both the mainstream but also assistive technology. If geeking out about Brain Computer Interfaces and Artificial Intelligence is your thing, boy do we have the show for you!
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/08/at-banter-podcast-episode-249-steve-hoffman_otter.ai_.pdf
Show Notes
Founders Space
https://www.foundersspace.com
The Five Forces That...2021-08-041h 08AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 248 - Tova Sherman and reachAbilityThis week Steve, Rob, and Ryan welcome Tova Sherman, co-founder and CEO of reachAbility, an organization in Nova Scotia that provides a variety of employments services and programs to people with disabilities. We discuss everything from reachAbility’s origins and mandate to the uniquely holistic organizational philosophy of “no one goes nowhere”, and so much more. It’s a jam-packed episode that you won’t want to miss!
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-248-tova-sherman.pdf
Show Notes
reachAbility
https://www.reachability.org/
Win, Win, Win!: The 18 Inclusion-isms You Need t...2021-07-281h 25AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 247 - Robin ChristophersonThis week Steve, Rob, and Ryan welcome Robin Christopherson, head of Digital Inclusion at AbilityNet to the podcast where they discuss everything from web overlays (yes, we know … again) and the impact of digital accessibility to his daily podcast, Dot to Dot where he features new skills of the Amazon Echo devices.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-247-robin-christopherson.pdf
Show Notes
AbilityNet
https://abilitynet.org.uk/
Dot to Dot Podcast
https://usa2day.podbean.com/
The Echo Show Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/1m9bYZ...2021-07-2156 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 246 - Stephanie CadieuxIt’s a big show this week as Steve, Ryan and Rob welcome Stephanie Cadieux, MLA for South Surrey and current Caucus Chair and Official Opposition Critic for Gender Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion, to the podcast to discuss the new Accessible British Columbia Act and what it means for people with disabilities throughout the province. We discuss how far we’ve come in addressing accessibility and barriers as well as the very long way we have to go. It’s an in-depth conversation that you won’t want to miss!
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/07/at-banter...2021-07-141h 17
The ROI Online Podcast[FF] Entrepreneur Rob Te Braake on Making Better Business Decisions: The ROI Online Podcast Ep.136Would you like to impact your customer’s lives and make more money in the process? You need a compelling story for your business or brand. In this Feature Friday episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with business and finance consultant Rob Te Braake about how you can make better decisions when it comes to your business, what most CEOs overlook, and why your financial information is so crucial.Rob is an entrepreneur and founder of Insight Matters, which provides financial reporting & analysis to small & mid-sized consultancies and agencies because they deserve the same insights as...2021-07-0941 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 245 - Stump Kitchen Re-heatedThe air is filled with excitement and the smell of freshly baked vegan cooking this week as Rob, Ryan and Steve welcome back Alexis Hillyard from the Cooking / Advocacy YouTube channel Stump Kitchen. We get a full update of how the channel has been doing, her personal life, and how the channel mixes in information, advocacy, her personal life and vegan recipes all into a tasty treat that subscribers all over the world gobble down weekly.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-245-stump-kitchen-re-heated.pdf
Show Notes
Stump Kitchen YouTube Channel
https://www.you...2021-07-071h 01AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 244 - David DameIt’s a great show this week (unlike all those OTHER shows every other week) as Rob, Ryan and Steve welcome David Dame, Director of Accessibility at Microsoft Canada to the podcast. They discuss what’s new over at Microsoft Accessibility and what kinds of initiatives are in the works in order to help improve digital accessibility and inclusion. They may even entertain a few theories on what may have happened to everyone’s favorite paper clip …. #WheresClippy
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/06/at-banter-podcast-episode-244-david-dame.pdf
Show Notes
Dave Dame
https://www.davedame...2021-06-301h 08AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 242 - Al EtmanskiThis week Ryan, Rob and Steve welcome author and long-time Disability advocate Al Etmanski to the show. Al is author of the book “The Power of Disability: Ten Lessons for Surviving, Thriving, and Changing the World” and has led the closure of institutions and segregated schools in British Columbia, founded Canada’s first Family Support Institute and co-founded Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (PLAN) with his wife Vickie Cammack in 1989. We discuss the book, the importance of advocacy, the current state of Disability Rights and issues, and much more!
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/06/at-bantter-podcast-episode-242-al-etmanski.pdf...2021-06-091h 00The ROI Online Podcast[FF] Story Seeker Rob Stenberg on Why Telling a Story Matters: The ROI Online Podcast Ep.129We all love a good story, don’t we? It’s a way to connect as human beings and make emotional bonds. In this Feature Friday episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with Rob Stenberg, Story Seeker and author about the importance of storytelling, all the benefits it can bring to your business, and how to do it right.Rob is a keynote speaker, author, coach, and Story Seeker with more than 30 years of experience. He is the owner of Stenberg & Associates Sales & Leadership Academy–where sales and leadership development combine with human connection training to pro...2021-06-0447 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 241 - Accessible OverlaysIf you have ever been wondering just what an Accessible Web Overlay is and whether or not it’s a good thing or a bad thing, boy do we have the show for you. This week Rob, Ryan, and Steve welcome Accessibility Advocate Samantha Evans and independent Accessibility Consultant Nick Steenhout to fill us in on what they are, how they work, and how they are currently impacting the world of digital accessibility.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/06/at-banter-podcast-episode-241-accessible-overlays.pdf
Show Notes
Overlay Fact Sheet
https://overlayfactsheet.com
Acc...2021-06-021h 03
Systemize Your Success PodcastSYS 007: The Disruptive Entrepreneur – Interview with Rob MooreSteve was at a pivotal moment in his life when he read the book Life Leverage by Rob Moore. This opened up his eyes to what business could be like when you don't do everything yourself. It set him on a path that led to him founding the Systems and Outsourcing Company and ultimately this podcast. This is why it is such a great privilege for him to interview Rob today. Rob went from being heavily in debt in his 20’s, to a self-made millionaire by the age of 31! As well as a business own...2021-05-2036 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 239 - Matthew HorspoolRob, Ryan and Steve band together once again, celebrate Ryan’s victory over his ant problem and ponder the term “Parastronaut” before welcoming Matthew Horspool from the Braillists Foundation to the show. They discuss the state of braille in the blindness community in the UK and some of the challenges faced for organizations that work to advocate for braille literacy and teach braille.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/05/at-banter-podcast-episode-239-matthew-horspool.pdf
Show Notes
The Braillists Foundation
https://www.braillists.org/
Astronauts with disabilities can apply to Europe's space agency for 1st tim...2021-05-1256 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 236 - Canadian Helen Keller CentreRob and Ryan fly the show solo this week without Steve as they welcome on Laura Hayden from the Canadian Helen Keller Centre to discuss the organization and give them some insight on the types of programs and services that they offer Canadians all over the country who are deafblind.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/04/at-banter-podcast-episode-236-canadian-helen-keller-centre.pdf
Show Notes
Canadian Helen Keller Centre
https://www.chkc.org/
Jonathan Mosen Podcast
https://mosenatlarge.pinecast.co/episode/de792ca5/widespread-concern-about-accessibility-overlays-leads-to-a-new-chrome-extension-to-block-them-dating-when-blind-braille-comments-and-more
HBO Max Rolls Out Audio Descriptions
https...2021-04-2151 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 235 - Tanner GersThis week, Rob, Ryan and Steve welcome Paralympic Athlete and motivational speaker Tanner Gers to the show where they learn about his involvement in the bid to bring five-a-side Blind Soccer to the Paralympics as well as several other projects he has in the pipeline.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/04/at-banter-podcast-episode-235-tanner-gers.pdf
Show Notes
Find Tanner Online
https://tannergers.com
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online a...2021-04-131h 01AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 234 - Good News Show IIWhen it comes to this week’s show, we’ve got some good news, and we have some bad news. First the good news … THERE IS NO BAD NEWS (unless your name is Pepe and you're a skunk)! That’s right, it’s been about a year since we had our last “Good News Show”, so we decided to do it again this year since we are still in desperate need of plenty of sunshine, lollipops, puppy dogs, and kittens in our lives! Maria Johnson from the Girl Gone Blind Blog joins Rob, Ryan and Steve for an hour of fun, laught...2021-04-061h 03AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 233 - Dominique Chabot and Autism CanadaApril is World Autism Awareness Month and to help celebrate and spread awareness, Rob, Ryan and Steve welcome Dominique Chabot from Autism Canada to the show. We discuss the details of what Autism is and how it manifests, the challenges that many families face when it comes to being diagnosed, and what services and programs Autism Canada provides.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/03/at-banter-podcast-episode-233-dominique-chabot-and-autism-canada.pdf
Show Notes
Autism Canada
https://autismcanada.org/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology a...2021-03-3049 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 232 - Alanna HendrenRob, Steve and Ryan welcome Alanna Hendren from the Developmental Disabilities Association to the show this week to talk about the organization, its long history and the work it does throughout the Lower Mainland. The Developmental Disabilities Association is a community living agency that provides over 50 community-based programs and services to children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families in Vancouver.
Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/03/at-banter-podcast-episode-232-alanna-hendren.pdf
Show Notes
Developmental Disabilities Association
https://www.develop.bc.ca/
CELA
https://celalibrary.ca/
AT...2021-03-2356 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 228 - Back to the 80s!Great Scott! Drop your linen and start your grinning but whatever you do, don’t back Baby into a corner! This week we welcome Guest Host Shawn Marsolais from the Blind Beginnings Limitless Podcast to help us do something a little different in celebration of Retro Day next week (February 27th). Join Rob, Ryan, Steve, and Shawn as they don their headbands, leg warmers, and fluorescent colored shirts and they dive into a discussion about everything 80s related. Movies, world events, music, tv, and even a little about the Assistive Technology of the time – we are talking about it all...2021-02-231h 11
Getting lumped UpRockShow episode 100 The story of Steve MarriottRockerMike and Rob discuss Steve Marriott. And we celebrate 100 episode of the RockShow
Stephen Peter Marriott was an English musician, songwriter and frontman guitarist of rock bands Small Faces and Humble Pie, spanning over two decades. Marriott was inducted posthumously into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012 as a member of Small Faces.
Born: January 30, 1947, Manor Park, London, United Kingdom
Died: April 20, 1991, Arkesden, United Kingdom
Spouse: Toni Poulton (m. 1989–1991), Jenny Rylance (m. 1968–1973)
Music groups: Small Faces, Humble Pie, The Moments
Children: Toby Marriott, Mollie Mae Marriott, Tonya Marriott
https://bestclassicbands.com/steve-marriott-interview-8-2-1888/
http://www.stevemarriott.co.uk/h...2021-01-101h 25AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 220 - Unstoppable TracyNothing can stop us now! Rob, Ryan and Steve welcome the aptly named Unstoppable Tracy, aka Tracy Schmidt, to the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room where we learn about her background and how she gained such an enthusiastic and positive attitude and how her condition as a quadruple amputee informed it. We manage to talk about a few of her many accomplishments, but only scratch the surface of what this amazing woman has accomplished.
Show Notes
Unstoppable Tracy
https://unstoppabletracy.com/
Listen to (Un)Stop the Story
https://unstoppabletracy.com/podcast/
...2020-12-071h 04AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 218 - Roy SamuelsonThis week the Anti-Zoom Gloom room has a new silky smooth vocal presence as Rob, Ryan, and Steve welcome award-winning Voice-over Artist and Audio Describer Roy Samuelson to talk all about his work as an Audio Describer and advocate.
Show Notes
Roy Samuelson on the Web
https://roysamuelson.com/
Audio Description Discussion Group on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/groups/AudioDescriptionDiscussion/
Audio Description Project
https://www.acb.org/adp
Audio Description Narrators of America
https://theadna.org/
Kevin’s Way
https://kevinsprocess.com/
U...2020-11-171h 07AT Banter Podcast(Rebroadcast) AT Banter Episode 126 - This is Halloween III(Rebroadcast) Three guys, a girl and a pumpkin walk into a basement .. Nope, this isn’t the start of a wildly inappropriate joke involving a gourd, it’s our Annual Halloween episode! Yes, the episode no one has been waiting for, Rob, Ryan, and Steve are joined by friend of the show Colleen Connor from BlindInspirationCast as they discuss some spooky Halloween topics as Steve attacks a defenseless pumpkin with power tools.
SHOW NOTES
BlindInspirationCast
http://www.blindinspirationcast.com/
Audio Description Retreats
http://www.adtrainingretreats.com/
AT Banter is brought to you b...2020-10-301h 00AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 215 - GoodMapsIndoor navigation and fully accessible public spaces has long been a dream, and this week we’re talking to a couple guys that might be looking at making that dream come true. Jose Gaztambide and Mike May from GoodMaps join Rob, Ryan and Steve this week to talk about their app and the state of the art positioning technology used in order to quickly and accurately map spaces and turn that data in an accessible digital format.
Show Notes
GoodMaps
https://www.goodmaps.com
GoodMaps Explore for iOS
https://apps.apple.com/us/ap...2020-10-2050 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 212 - Be My EyesAnother big show this week as Rob, Ryan, and Steve welcome Alexander Hauerslev Jensen and Will Butler from the ever popular app Be My Eyes, which connects blind and low-vision individuals with sighted volunteers and companies from all over the world through a live video call.
Show Notes
Be My Eyes
https://www.bemyeyes.com/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-832...2020-09-291h 04AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 208 - Shelly BrisbinIt’s a big show this week as Rob, Ryan, and Steve welcome Shelly Brisbin to the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room. Shelly is an author, podcaster, producer, and blogger who has been writing about accessibility and Assistive Technology since the early 2000s and her book, iOS Access for All, is one of the most comprehensive resources around outlining iOS accessibility features. We chat with her from everything from the early days of Apple accessibility right through to where accessibility stands during these days of COVID. You don’t want to miss this one!
Show Notes
Shelly Brisbin
https...2020-08-241h 09AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 201 - Albert Ruel Retirement PartyIt's a party! Not only are we celebrating Canada Day this week in the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room, but Ryan, Rob, and Steve also raise a glass and talk to Albert Ruel, Get Together With Technology Coordinator for the Canadian Council of the Blind, who is officially retiring. We talk about his career as an employee of the CNIB and CCB as well as aspects of technology and even how he initially lost his sight.
Show Notes
How To Use a Screen Reader on the Peloton Bike
https://blog.onepeloton.com/screen-reader-peloton/
AT Banter is...2020-07-051h 02
USF Pro Insider PodcastRTI Insider Live - EP.1 - Steve WittichWith the opening round of the Road to Indy Presented by Cooper Tires at Road America now just two weeks away, Rob is pleased to debut the new RTI Insider Facebook Live show. In this first episode, Rob welcomed Steve Wittich from TSOLadder.com to discuss the current status of the RTI, and to bring everyone up to speed on several topics, including a series-by-series preview for Road America. In addition to the podcast version of the show, you can also see the live edition on Facebook and Rob's YouTube channel.
2020-06-241h 03AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 199 - Mike Calvo and Pneuma SolutionsThe Anti-Gloom Zoom Room is opened up once again this week and Rob, Steve and Ryan welcome in Mike Calvo, long time Assistive Technology veteran and CEO of Pneuma Solutions to talk all about the importance of accessible documents and what Pneuma Solutions is doing to help.
Show Notes
Pneuma Solutions
https://pneumasolutions.com/
Scribe Remediation
https://pneumasolutions.com/products/scribe/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at ww...2020-06-221h 03AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 198 - Michelle Woods and the Marrakesh TreatyRyan, Steve and Rob go international this week as they welcome Michelle Woods, Director of Copyright Law Division at the World Intellectual Property Organization into the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room to help break down the Marrakesh Treaty and what it means for the production and distribution of accessible books worldwide.
Show Notes
World Intellectual Property Organization
https://www.wipo.int/portal/en/index.html
Accessible Books Consortium
https://www.accessiblebooksconsortium.org/portal/en/index.html
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology an...2020-06-151h 05AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 197 - Len Baker and the March of Dimes CanadaRyan, Steve and Rob celebrate National Accessibility week in the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room by inviting in Len Baker, president of March of Dimes Canada, one of the oldest and largest charities in Canada that advocates for people with disabilities, to talk about what the organization mission and how it has dealt with the current COVID crisis.
Show Notes
March of Dimes Canada
https://www.marchofdimes.ca
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them o...2020-06-0559 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 196 - Steven ScottThis week Rob, Steve, and Ryan welcome Steven Scott, host of the Double Tap Canada Podcast and Double Tap TV, into our little corner of the Internet, the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room.
Show Notes
Double Tap TV
https://www.ami.ca/DoubleTap
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324.
Need repairs on your device? Chaos Technical Services offers service and support on a...2020-06-011h 03AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 195 - Tyson RettieRick, Rob, Steve and Rick once again assemble virtually in the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room to welcome Tyson Rettie, recently diagnosed with Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy, to the show. Tyson gives us an overview of what it’s been like since diagnosis and how his vision loss has impacted his passion, back country skiing.
Show Notes
IBM’s new open-source tool helps developers make their apps more accessible
https://thenextweb.com/high-contrast/2020/05/18/ibms-new-open-source-tool-helps-developers-make-their-apps-more-accessible/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of know...2020-05-2552 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 194 - Anniversary RevelationsCan you believe it’s been 4 years of this?? Rob, Ryan, Steve, and Rick all band together in the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room to celebrate the podcast’s 4th Anniversary and announce some show news as well as some actual news before .. well, we won’t spoil it.
Show Notes
Disabled Ontarians are being denied access to assisted devices during the pandemic
https://www.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/2020/05/12/disabled-ontarians-are-being-denied-access-to-assisted-devices-during-the-pandemic.html
Current and ex-employees allege Google drastically rolled back diversity and inclusion programs
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/current-ex-employees-allege-google-drastically-rolled-back-diversity-inclusion-n1206181
AT Banter is brought...2020-05-191h 04AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 193 - Blind Beginnings Goes VirtualRob and Steve welcome their first official guest into the Anti-Gloom Zoom Room this week! Shawn Marsolais, Founder and Executive Director of Blind Beginnings, joins them to discuss how the organization has adjusted its programs in response to the COVID-19 crisis and the implications going forward.
Show Notes
Blind Beginnings
http://www.blindbeginnings.ca
“Changing Our World” Blind Beginnings Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3HLS_Jv2oQ
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and A...2020-05-0449 min
The Agency AcceleratorWhy are we all so scared of public speaking? Interview with Steve BustinFear of public speaking is an incredibly common phobia and affects around 75% of the population. As business owners, many of us (no matter how much we hate it) are unable to avoid public speaking situations thanks to meetings or presentations – in fact it’s a crucial part of building our agency. So wouldn’t it be a lot easier if we could learn to cope with it a bit better, or even crazier….learn to enjoy it?
In this episode of The Agency Accelerator, I am joined by award-winning keynote conference speaker Steve Bustin...2020-04-3048 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 191 - Last Virus Episode, We PromiseWell it’s another week and most of us here on the planet are still in some level of stay at home or lock down. COVID-19 is all most people are still talking about and that includes many advocate and members of the Disability Community. Rick, Rob, and Steve discuss several of the latest news stories about how COVID-19 is impacting the community and postulate on what might happen once things return to normal. But on the upside, we give away a hockey jersey.
Show Notes
We’re Proving Remote Work Is Possible. That’s Good News for Pe...2020-04-2145 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 190 - Maintaining Your Sanity While Maintaining Your DistanceRob, Steve, and Rick may be the last people on the planet that anyone should take advice on maintaining their sanity, but they come together remotely to do their best all the same. The virus has us all shut in and isolating, which can be even more of a challenge for people with disabilities. This week the boys step through some ideas of what to do in order to maintain a positive attitude and sanity while at home and share some of their own strategies and stories.
Show Notes
Accessibyte Platform Free
https://www.accessibyte.com...2020-04-0354 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 189 - The Show Must Go OnWe may be in the middle of a global pandemic, and Ryan is taking a hiatus, but the show must go on! Rob, Steve and Rick discuss the announcement of some new forthcoming braille devices from Orbit research before launching into an extended conversation about what is on everyone’s mind these days – the impact of the Covid-19 virus and some of the ways it is impacting communities.
Show Notes
Orbit Research Announces a Trio of New Braille Products
https://www.blindbargains.com/bargains.php?m=21591
CORVID-19 Virus - What do Older Adults and Peop...2020-03-2056 min
AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 184 - The Rant ShowIt’s the first News show of the new year! Today Rob, Ryan and Steve rant about a few new stories that are near and dear to their hearts including taxi cabs, Web Accessibility, and the future of haptic devices.
Show Notes
Vancouver taxi companies stop subsidizing drivers of accessible vehicles, cite ride-hailing competition
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vancouver-taxi-association-drops-incentives-for-driving-taking-wheelchair-accessible-vehicles-1.5444541
One Year to Countdown to Web Accessibility Begins in Ontario
https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/the-one-year-countdown-to-web-accessibility-begins-in-ontario-807926582.html
Accessibee Aims to Get People With Disabilities Online by 2025
https://www.inf...2020-01-3151 minAT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 183 - Two Blind BrothersWell, after 182 episodes, the unthinkable has finally happened: Rob has fallen ill enough to miss the show! Will our intrepid co-hosts, Ryan and Steve, be able to pick up the slack and stop giggling long enough to welcome clothing entrepreneurs Bradford and Bryan Manning to the show? Find out in this week’s exciting episode of AT Banter!
Show Notes
Two Blind Brothers Website
https://twoblindbrothers.com/
Two Blind Brothers Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/twoblindbros/
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assi...2020-01-2440 minDisruptorsSteve Smith: Poundland Founder on How to Sell Any Product For £1 [Business, mindset, entrepreneur, disruptors]In this episode, Rob went to the home of the founder of Poundland, Steve Smith. He set up Poundland in April of 1990, worked in market stools from the age of 2 and in 10 years, he built a business from zero and sold it for 72 million pounds and today Rob and Steve dive into what it takes to be successful business owner. Discover how to start, scale and exit your business? How to sell products for a pound and make a huge profit? Additionally hear the insider story of how Steve sold Poundland and what he’s doing now in the wo...2019-12-161h 28
USF Pro Insider PodcastRoad To Indy Insider Podcast - EP.24 - 2019 Portland - Breakdown with Steve WittichTSOLadder.com's Steve Wittich joins Road to Indy Insider Rob Howden for this 'Breakdown' podcast reviewing the RTI's 2019 visit to Portland International Raceway. The USF2000 and Indy Pro 2000 races were both swept by the new championship point leaders (McElrea and Kirkwood) while Indy Lights enjoyed its seventh different winner of the season (Sowery). Rob and Steve discuss the on-track competition along with many nods to the 2020 season.
2019-09-071h 17
The Red Sage PageThe Red Sage Podcast Ep 2: “Us” ReviewThe Sages (Steve, Rob, and Tristian) take a deep dive for a lengthy recap and review of the movie “Us” by Jordan Peele.2019-05-071h 18
AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 133 - It's Christmas Again!It’s the most wonderful time of the year … and time for us to take an hour and crack the seal on some Christmas cheer reflect on the year that has passed. Rob, Rick, Steve, and Ryan pass around the Pumpkin Spice Bailey’s as they discuss a few of the AT trends of the past year before exchanging some presents and sharing some Christmas cheer. Merry Christmas to all!
Show Notes
Amazon Echo Silver Edition (SNL)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMwz487yG9I
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assisti...2018-12-211h 00AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 126 - This Is Halloween IIIThree guys, a girl and a pumpkin walk into a basement .. Nope, this isn’t the start of a wildly inappropriate joke involving a gourd, it’s our Annual Halloween episode! Yes, the episode no one has been waiting for, Rob, Ryan, and Steve are joined by friend of the show Colleen Connor from BlindInspirationCast as they discuss some spooky Halloween topics as Steve attacks a defenseless pumpkin with power tools.
Show Notes
BlindInspirationCast
http://www.blindinspirationcast.com/
Audio Description Retreats
http://www.adtrainingretreats.com/
AT Banter is brought to you by C...2018-11-011h 00AT Banter PodcastAT Banter Podcast Episode 86 - Jon Dibble and Enhanced VisionIt's a very special episode as Ryan, Rob, and Steve welcome the first ever in-person guest to the Guitar Dungeon. Jon Dibble, Marketing Manager from Enhanced Vision braves the harsh Vancouver climate in exchange for beer in order to talk to us about what Enhanced Vision does, how the Low Vision industry has changed over the years and where it might go in the future.
Show Notes
Enhanced Vision
www.enhancedvision.com
AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and exper...2018-01-2658 min