The Digital Access Show

Episode Notes Is AI the answer to digital accessibility? Or are we asking the wrong question? This week on The Digital Access Show , Narelle Wright is joined by Jesse Costelloe and Marzieh Tafreshi to explore the exciting, and sometimes challenging, future of AI, innovation and accessibility. From personalised AI assistants and agentic AI to privacy concerns and inclusive design, this conversation...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle Wright speaks with David Oram from Atomic Web Strategy about practical website accessibility, inclusive design, and the common barriers that stop people from accessing online information. They discuss keyboard accessibility, accessible WordPress themes, menus, sliders, hover effects, forms, error messages, ARIA live regions, program...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle Wright speaks with Clinton Hale about how education has changed for neurodivergent students and students with disability. They discuss learning plans, teacher support, parent advocacy, assistive technology and why digital accessibility matters in every classroom.

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle speaks with Aaron Orme from Vision Management and Coordination about the proposed NDIS changes and what they could mean for participants. As both disability professionals and NDIS participants, Narelle and Aaron discuss: • Digital accessibility and why it matters• Inaccessible websites, forms and invoices• Choice and control under t...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show , Narelle speaks with Tim Durrant from Lightmare Studios about living with epilepsy, the role gaming played in developing fine motor skills and social connections, and how technology can create more inclusive digital experiences. They also explore accessibility in gaming, the future of AI, and the resilience needed to overcome life's challen...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle speaks with Belinda Vesey-Brown from Brio Group and Coach Aandi about digital accessibility, neurodiverse learning and the future of education. Belinda shares how cognitive overload, inaccessible digital content and one size fits all teaching can affect children with ADHD, dyslexia and other learning differences. The conversation ex...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle speaks with Western Australian MLA Frank Paolino about living with congenital nystagmus, a vision impairment that causes rapid involuntary eye movement. Frank shares the challenges he faced growing up, from bullying and struggles with reading to being told he would never drive a car. He also talks about adapting to technology, worki...

Episode Notes Sonia Tremblay shares how one conversation about digital accessibility completely changed the way her team designs websites. From accessible headings and meaningful buttons to inclusive design practices across global clients, Sonia explains why accessibility is not complicated — it’s about awareness, detail and doing better for everyone.

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle chats with Vanessa Norman about creating accessible events and improving digital accessibility across business communications. Vanessa shares practical insights from running national NDIS events and explains how simple accessibility considerations can make conferences, presentations, and digital content more inclusive for everyone....

Episode Notes People with disability face higher risks online, from scams to inaccessible security systems. In this episode, Luke Irwin from Aegis Cybersecurity shares practical tips to stay safe while navigating digital barriers. Learn how businesses and individuals can do better to protect data and improve access.

Episode Notes What does true accessibility look like in live events, theatre, and video content? In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle brings together experts in audio description, Auslan interpretation, and digital accessibility to explore how inclusive experiences are created and where gaps still exist. You will hear from:• Belinda Vesey-Brown on accessible design and video remedia...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show , we sit down with Jodi Kneepkens, founder of Going Daily Assisted Transport, to explore how one idea turned into a powerful, accessibility-focused service. Jodi shares her journey from support work to launching an accessible transport business designed to give people greater independence and choice. But it didn’t stop at transport. Jodi mad...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle speaks with speech pathologist Janelle Sampson about augmentative and alternative communication and the many ways people express themselves beyond speech. They explore tools such as symbols, devices, and eye gaze technology, and discuss why communication is about connection, not just words. Janelle shares practical insights on reduc...

Episode Notes What if communication didn’t rely on speech alone? In this episode of The Digital Access Show , Narelle sits down with speech therapist Libby Brownlie to explore keyword sign —a powerful yet often overlooked communication strategy that supports people who have difficulty speaking or understanding speech. Libby explains how keyword sign works, who it helps, and why it remains an essen...

Episode Notes Are disability expos and networking events really accessible? In this episode of The Digital Access Show, Narelle speaks with Sue Wickham and Rosie Putland about the simple, practical steps event organisers can take to remove barriers. From better venue information and accessible marketing to guide dog facilities and presenter training, this conversation explores how to build trust a...

Episode Notes Simone Eyles from Disinfluencer candidly shares what it's like to build a marketing business around disability inclusion and to help bring inclusivity to disability for other brands and businesses.

This week's guest is Melanie Robertson from Deafblind Information Australia. We focused on topics around digital accessibility via website audits, the quality of online platforms the deafblind community is used to, and much more.

This week's guest is Matthew Horspool. He works in assistive technology, training others to use digitally accessible technologies. Matthew candidly shares what it's like to live in the UK as not only someone who works with digital accessibility, but also as someone with a disability that depends on that very technology he trains others to use.

This week's guest is Nick Hosking from KN Website Design and the Do Better Campaign. Nick helps illuminate what digital accessibility truly asks from web developers and designers, and whether DIY website builders can create accessible environments.

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show , Narelle sits down once again with disability advocate and educator Tommy Trout , founder of Disbranded and Inclusive AF. Together, they dive into the complex, sometimes confronting, but deeply important history of disability in Australia—and what it teaches us about inclusion today. Tommy shares powerful insights from his work, including s...

Episode Notes In this episode of The Digital Access Show , Narelle is joined by brand designer and accessibility specialist Shannon Towell  for a deep dive into the world of colour accessibility. From contrast ratios to colour‑blindness considerations, Shannon breaks down how colour shapes user experience — and why relying on colour alone can leave people behind. Shannon also shares the story behi...

Episode Notes Explore how screen readers and braille devices help people with blindness or low vision access digital content. Narelle chats with Mark Muscat from Digital Access Solutions about accessibility tools, common barriers, and why inclusive design is essential for every website and app.

Episode Notes Digital accessibility starts with mindset , not technology. In the Season 3 opener of The Digital Access Show , host Narelle Wright (DASAT) speaks with Kim Amor from KN Website Design about why accessibility is still being missed — and how education, not effort, is the biggest barrier. The conversation explores how accessibility and SEO work together, challenges the myth of “I don’t...

Episode Notes Craig Shanahan has made a habit of turning a negative into a positive. As the Blind Chef, Craig worked out how to open a cafe that was to become the go to in the area. Why? Craig gives the answers in t his episode.

Episode Notes Voting is a mandatory requirement in Australia. Every person also has the right to vote without letting others know who you vote for. However, when you have a disability such as low or no vision, it can be hard to vote Luna Rose has no vision. Ever wonder how she votes and what are the barriers that she has to voting?