The Accessibility Breakdown

Unlock the hidden disconnect between AI, accessibility, and your website’s future—what you don’t know could be breaking your site’s potential and your search rankings. AI is reading websites in new ways The accessibility tree matters for visibility Poor accessibility can hurt reach and compliance New standards like EN 17161 and WCAG 3 are changing the game Learn how to future-proof your site in an...

Understanding the Future of Accessibility and AI: Insights from Wilko Fierce and Jonathan Moson In this episode, we explore groundbreaking perspectives on accessibility standards, AI's role in assistive technology, and societal implications, with deep dives into Wilko Fierce's EN 17161 standard and Jonathan Moson’s compelling article on AI and blindness. Whether you're an industry professional or...

The conversation delves into legal compliance topics related to accessibility, covering the Pharmavite ADA Web Accessibility Class Action Settlement, legal updates, standing analysis, and the challenges of age verification using facial recognition technology. The discussion highlights the need for continued exploration and improvement in these areas to ensure accessibility and legal compliance. Ta...

The conversation covers the topics of building a general purpose accessibility agent and a structural workbook for AI accessible design systems. It delves into the process, implications, and governance of AI in design systems, providing valuable insights for organizations looking to integrate accessibility into their software development lifecycle. The conversation delves into the themes of owners...

Episode Overview This week's episode covered three major accessibility topics: regulatory deadline extensions, innovative PDF solutions, and the role of craft in an AI-driven world. 1. HHS and Title II Deadline Extensions HHS (Health and Human Services) Section 504 accessibility requirements have been extended by one year This follows similar extensions for Title II of the ADA affecting state and...

In this episode, Mark and Justin discuss three main topics: 1. "Design and Engineering Solve Different Problems: AI Initiatives Are Forgetting That" by Jeana Clark The dangers of "vibe coding" and rushing to generate code with AI without proper planning. Organizations should use AI to surface risks and challenge assumptions early, not just to code faster. Design and accessibility practitioners nee...

In this episode, Mark and Justin discuss three main topics: 1. Title II Extension: They discuss the recent extension of the Title II ADA compliance deadlines. Organizations with 50,000+ people now have until April 26, 2027 (extended by a year), while smaller organizations have until 2028. They express disappointment about this last-minute extension but note that it could give organizations time to...

In this episode of The Accessibility Breakdown, hosts Mark and Justin discuss three key accessibility topics: 1. A Simple way to Make Instructions More Accessible - They review Josh Crawford's article about avoiding position-based language in instructions (like "click the button on the right") and instead using descriptive labels that work for screen reader users and those with visual impairments....

In this episode of The Accessibility Breakdown, hosts Mark Miller and Justin Stockton discuss three key accessibility topics: Locked Out: Why OTP and 2FA Authentication Fails Users with Disabilities by Sherry Byrne-Haber Explores how two-factor authentication and one-time passwords create significant barriers for users with disabilities Highlights issues with text messaging as a delivery method fo...

Episode Summary: The Accessibility Breakdown - Episode 2 In this second episode of The Accessibility Breakdown, hosts Mark Miller and Justin Stockton discuss three key accessibility topics: 1. WCAG A vs AA and Outdated Accessibility Statements, and more! - Nick Steenhout’s blog post that uses a car analogy to explain accessibility levels: Level A is a drivable chassis (bare minimum), AA adds essen...

Justin Stockton and Mark Miller break down their top three moments from CSUN 2026: One Session - How Accessibility is Security, Radostina Tsvetkova The GAAD Meetup - 15-year anniversary The trashcan story - The importance of "hallway" conversation at CSUN