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AT Banter Episode 431 – Legacy, Laughter, and Looking Ahead with Kelly MacDonald
This week on AT Banter, Rob, Ryan, and Lis are joined by the one and only Kelly McDonald, beloved AMI radio and television host, for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation about the end of an era and the start of an exciting new chapter. After eight and a half amazing years, Kelly and Company is…
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AT Banter Episode 430 – Meet The Zeen!
Get ready to meet the Zeen, a groundbreaking mobility solution that’s redefining what it means to move independently! Rob, Ryan and Lis sit down with Hall of Fame inventor Garrett Brown and Exokinetics CEO Rick Sherak to explore this revolutionary device that’s far beyond just another wheelchair. Discover how the Zeen effortlessly lifts users from…
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AT Banter Episode 429 – Accessibility, Arts, and Astronomical Adventures with Christine Malec
Join us for an illuminating conversation with returning guest Christine Malec, a passionate advocate from Toronto’s blind community, as she discusses her impactful role in making arts and culture accessible at the vibrant Luminato Festival. Running from June 4 to 22, this year’s festival embraces the captivating theme of the “24-hour city,” offering unique experiences…
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AT Banter Episode 428 – Steven Vine & Disability Diaries
This week Rob, Ryan and Lis welcome podcaster Steven Vine to the show where he shares his remarkable journey after experiencing a life-changing triple-A (abdominal aortic aneurysm) that resulted in the loss of his sight, a leg, and his colon. With warmth, humor, and raw honesty, Stephen explores how acceptance, strong support networks, and unwavering…
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AT Banter Episode 427 – JAWS 30th “Sharkversary”
This week, Rob, Ryan, and Steve dive into an exciting celebration—the 30th anniversary of JAWS, the groundbreaking screen reader from Vispero! Joined by special guests Rachel Buchanan and Elizabeth Whitaker from Vispero, the crew discusses JAWS’s incredible journey and impact on users around the globe. Rachel and Elizabeth share personal insights and highlight anniversary celebrations,…
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AT Banter Episode 426 – AEBC & National AccessAbility Week
Join 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…
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AT Banter Episode 425 – “Artie” Ficial Intelligence
This week Rob, Lis, Steve and Rob delves into the topic of Artificial Intelligence, 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…
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AT Banter Episode 424 – Angela Bonfanti & CNIB
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Angela Bonfanti, President and CEO of CNIB, to the podcast! Angela shares her personal journey and how her father’s experience with vision loss inspired her path, along with how she transitioned from the world of politics to leading one of Canada’s most impactful disability organizations. We discuss CNIB’s evolution,…
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AT Banter Episode 423 – From Braille to Alexa: CELA’s Evolving Services
Rob, Ryan and Steve welcome Karen McKay and Ioana Gandrabur from the Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) to the show this week to discuss some of the services CELA provides that includes a huge collection of accessible books—from embossed braille to audiobooks—to people with print disabilities across Canada. They also discuss how CELA is…
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AT Banter Episode 422 – Tony Labillois & Jean Labbé
Buckle up as Rob, Ryan, and Lis dive into the thrilling world of blind car racing with guests Tony Labillois and Jean Labbé! Ahead of the 36th annual high-speed showdown on July 4th in Granby, Quebec, Tony and Jean share their excitement about competing in a unique event where 35 to 40 drivers—blind or blindfolded—battle…
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