Blind Guys Don't Watch TV - Blind Level Tech

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Episode Summary In this episode of Blind Level Tech, hosts Evan Starnes and Kelvin Crosby discuss the importance of audio description for blind and low-vision audiences. They share their experiences with accessible media, explain how to enable audio description on platforms like Netflix and Disney Plus, and explore free resources such as AudioVault.net for obtaining audio-described movies. The episode also teases an upcoming guest, Josh Miele, who developed the YouDescribe app, allowing volunteers to provide audio descriptions for YouTube videos. The conversation takes a humorous turn as the hosts discuss past experiences with accessibility, from early VHS tapes to modern-day streaming services. They also introduce their Sandwich of the Week segment, debating the perfect movie-watching sandwich. The episode wraps up with a call to action: listeners are encouraged to try audio description, introduce it to sighted friends and family, and share their first experience with described media by emailing [email protected] or calling (720) 712-8856. Chapter Markers 00:15 – Introduction and Friday Vibes 02:30 – Debunking the Myth: Can Blind People Watch TV? 04:55 – Enabling Audio Description on Netflix & Disney Plus 07:22 – The Evolution of Audio Description: SAP and Language Tracks 09:45 – AudioVault.net: A Free Resource for Audio-Described Movies 12:14 – The Origins of Audio Description: A Blind Powerlifter’s Contribution 14:15 – Throwback: VHS, DVDs, and Early Accessible Media 16:36 – The Blind Level Tech Sandwich of the Week 18:57 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement to Try Audio Description

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