Samuel Proulx Part 1: An Introduction, Some Assistive Tech History, and How Blind/Low-vision People Drive Mainstream Tech

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## Summary In this episode of Blind Level Tech, host Evan Starnes welcomes Sam Proulx from Fable, a leading international web accessibility testing company. They discuss Sam's unique upbringing with a blind father who worked at IBM, exploring the evolution of assistive technology and its impact on the blind/low-vision community. The conversation highlights the role of blind individuals in pioneering innovations like text-to-speech and GPS, and the importance of preserving accessibility history. Chapters • 00:02:03 Introduction and Apology for Last Episode • 00:05:10 Introduction to Sam Prew and Fable • 00:08:30 Sam's Early Exposure to Technology • 00:13:00 The Evolution of Assistive Technology • 00:18:00 Challenges in Accessibility Advocacy • 00:23:00 The Role of Blind Innovators • 00:28:00 Conclusion and Future Episodes Contact Info: Guest Contact: [email protected] Feedback for Aftersight: [email protected] voicemail: 720-712-8856 General questions: [email protected] Produced By: Evan Starnes Lead Producer: Jonathan Price An Aftersight Original Podcast ★ Support this podcast ★

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