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Access Tech Live

Access Tech Live is a live weekly broadcast, hosted by Marc Aflalo and Steven Scott, that promises an interactive experience for viewers and the ability to cover technology news as it unfolds.

Access Tech Live

Access Tech Live is a live weekly broadcast, hosted by Marc Aflalo and Steven Scott, that promises an interactive experience for viewers and the ability to cover technology news as it unfolds.

  • More Money for AI in Canada

    More Money for AI in Canada

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    Business tech broadcaster Michael Hainsworth joins Steven and Marc to discuss the Canadian government’s $2.5B commitment to AI. And, Steven and Marc discuss the negative reviews around AI devices.

  • Eclipsing Accessibility

    Eclipsing Accessibility

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    On this episode of Access Tech Live, we discuss safe ways to experience the total solar eclipse on April 8. Plus, we dive into what accessibility means at Intel with a demonstration of real-time translation of sign language to text.

  • Announcements & Previews

    Announcements & Previews

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    This week on Access Tech Live, we’re diving into the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. Michael Babcock is in attendance and will join us to talk about the event. Plus, we preview Microsoft’s Spring Surface Hardware event.

  • Audible Inclusion

    Audible Inclusion

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    In this episode of Access Tech Live, we chat with Georgia Knox, Canada Country Manager at Audible. Plus, we introduce you to Ahren Belisle, a stand-up comedian who uses text-to-speech to entertain his audience.

  • Zero Project Conference Special, Part 2

    Zero Project Conference Special, Part 2

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    On this special edition of Access Tech Live, Steven and Marc are in Vienna, Austria, for the Zero Project Conference. The duo explore the world of global accessibility tech from this unique event, which aims to remove barriers for people with disabilities worldwide.

  • Zero Project Conference Special, Part 1

    Zero Project Conference Special, Part 1

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    On this special edition of Access Tech Live, Steven and Marc are in Vienna, Austria, for the Zero Project Conference. The duo explore the world of global accessibility tech from this unique event, which aims to remove barriers for people with disabilities worldwide.

  • AI and Deepfakes

    AI and Deepfakes

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    In this episode of Access Tech Live, Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo attempt to navigate the world of deepfakes and AI all while trying to stay safe. The two are joined by Canadian technology journalist, speaker and author Amber Mac as they determine best practices to staying safe online.

  • Sex, Accessibility and Tech

    Sex, Accessibility and Tech

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    This week on Access Tech Live, we talk about the role of tech in sex and accessibility. Rachele Manett is the host of That Sex Show on AMI-tv, and joins us to break down the often taboo topic and explore how tech can actually help.

  • Putting the AI in Audiobooks

    Putting the AI in Audiobooks

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    On this episode of Access Tech Live, Steven and Marc chat audiobooks with Ramya Amuthan. Is AI good enough to fool you? Plus, the co-founder of axe-con, an online accessibility conference, joins us to preview their February event.

  • We Are Living in an AI World

    We Are Living in an AI World

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    We dive into the legalities of AI. Are our ancient laws ready for the age of artificial intelligence? Disability Rights Attorney David Lepofsky joins us. Plus, we bring you a conversation with Teach Access and Verizon for inclusive design from CES 2024.

  • CES Special, Part 2

    CES Special, Part 2

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    It's our second show in a two-part special covering the biggest tech show of the year, CES. Join Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo as they feature guests from companies live from the CES show floor.

  • CES Special, Part 1

    CES Special, Part 1

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    It's the biggest tech show of the year, and we're covering it live. Join Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo as they feature guests from companies live from the CES show floor.

  • An Access Tech Live New Year

    An Access Tech Live New Year

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    We give the staff a break and walk you through three of our favourite conversations from 2023, with Apple's Senior Director, Global Accessibility Policy & Initiatives, Sarah Herrlinger; Microsoft's Senior Director of Product Accessibility, Dave Dame; and Amazon Country Manager, Celi

  • Tech the Halls

    Tech the Halls

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    We introduce you to some of the crew behind the scenes, who chat about their favourite moments of the year.

  • LEGOing Go for the Holidays

    LEGOing Go for the Holidays

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    We welcome AMI Correspondent Grant Hardy, who helps us break down the news of the week from his perspective. Plus, Matthew Shifrin, a blind Lego enthusiast, joins us to talk about how he inspired the company to create Braille Lego Bricks!

  • Hear all about it!

    Hear all about it!

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    On this episode, Steven and Marc are joined by Alex Smyth, producer and co-host of NOW with Dave Brown. Alex joins us to discuss the stigma that goes along with wearing hearing aids and the concept of buying them over the counter.

  • Accessible Fitness

    Accessible Fitness

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    Apple's Vice-President of Fitness Technologies, Jay Blahnik, joins us to talk about Apple Fitness+. And, Bobbi Janzen, host of AMI-tv's Healthy at Home, drops by to discuss her thoughts on staying fit. Plus, what do we think about Humane's AI Pin? Tune in to find out.

  • Tech in Prosthetics

    Tech in Prosthetics

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    We delve into the world of prosthetic technology. Greg Westlake, host of Level Playing Field, joins us to share his personal experiences with prosthetics. And, Jennifer Duke from Ottobock was there to shed light on the process behind creating these advanced devices.

  • Take Off with Microsoft Copilot

    Take Off with Microsoft Copilot

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    This week on Access Tech Live we attempted the most feared attempt in live television: a live, hands-on demo. We welcome Microsoft's Dave Dame to discuss all about his approach to accessibility and accessibility in Microsoft Copilot. Plus, that hands-on demo of Copilot in Windows.

  • Game On!

    Game On!

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    Steven and Marc are joined by two amazing guests. Tara Voelker is the Senior Xbox Game Studios Accessibility lead and joins us to talk about the state and rapid growth of accessibility in gaming.

  • CES Unveiled in Amsterdam

    CES Unveiled in Amsterdam

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    Marc Aflalo is stuck in the studio while Steven hops on a plane to Amsterdam for CES Unveiled. Steven had the opportunity to meet with some great companies, including Whispp, SmartQARE, RetinaScope and Absolute Audio Labs.

  • Gaggle of Google

    Gaggle of Google

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    On this episode of Access Tech Live, Steven Scott and Marc Aflalo discuss the latest announcements from Google's event in New York City. Steven and Marc are also joined by Ardra Shephard Live from the #SoThisIsMS event in Toronto, and Rich Padulo, the founder of Treat Accessibly!

  • A New Beginning

    A New Beginning

    Duration: minutes and seconds

    This debut episode of Access Tech Live features guests Stephanie Cadieux, Canada's Chief Accessibility Officer, and Shelly Brisbin and all the latest from Apple's iPhone 15 announcement.