Remarkable Insights

How can organisations move beyond just talking about disability inclusion and take real, lasting action? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, Ryan Curtis-Johnson, Chief Communications Officer at Valuable 500, shares how leadership, innovation, and accountability can drive meaningful progress. Ryan sheds light on the common barriers that prevent companies from engaging with consumers with disability and explains why genuine accountability starts with including talent with disability at every decision-making level. With insights on accessibility, leadership, and innovation, Ryan urges businesses to take ownership, keep it simple, and lead with authenticity. Tune in now! Episode Credits Guests: Ryan Curtis-Johnson Chief Communications Officer at the Valuable 500. Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, Session In Progress. Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Learn more about Valuable 500 at https://www.thevaluable500.com/about Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can design truly reimagine the world we live in? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by the brilliant Melanie Tran – a designer, innovator, activist, public speaker, and Remarkable alum. Melanie’s work exists at the intersection of technology, health, and social impact, pushing boundaries and rethinking how design can shape a more inclusive and accessible world. Join us as we dive into her journey, the power of co-design, and the role of lived experience in driving innovation for social good. Episode Credits Guests: Melanie Tran, Designer, Innovator, Activist and Public speaker Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Learn more about Remarkable at remarkable.org Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special edition of Remarkable Insights, we are celebrating an incredible milestone: the 10th year of the Remarkable Accelerator! Joining us is Pete Horsley, the Founder of Remarkable, who has spent the past decade driving social change by empowering startups to develop technologies that drive inclusion, accessibility and equity for all. Pete reflects on where Remarkable all started and the journey to get to where we are today. He also shares his thoughts on the evolving Disability Tech sector and his hopes for the future of innovation. Episode Credits Guests: Pete Horsley, Founder, Remarkable. Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos,SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Learn more about Remarkable at remarkable.org Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this exciting first episode hosted by Kate Jenkins, we welcome Storm Menzies, Founder of ByStorm Beauty and Alumni of our 2024 Launcher Pre-Accelerator program, to share her bold mission to redefine beauty standards and make the beauty industry truly inclusive.Storm's lived experience inspired her to design innovative, adaptive beauty tools that challenge outdated standards of accessibility. By combining cutting-edge technology like 3D printing with a deep understanding of user-led design, ByStorm is proving that inclusive design doesn't just benefit people with disability—it drives innovation for everyone. Tune in to this episode now!Episode Credits Guests: Storm Menzies, Founder of Bystorm Beauty and 2024 Remarkable Launcher Alumni Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Follow By Storm in Instagram @bystorm.beauty Apply now and learn more about our Launcher Program by visiting our website. Applications close 21 January 2025. Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Remarkable Insights celebrates International Day of People with Disability by spotlighting the extraordinary work and perspectives of Dr. Scott Avery, a respected educator, researcher, and policy adviser. Known as “Dr. Scott” within the First Nations disability community, he is a leader in Indigenous cultural approaches to inclusion and the ‘Professor in Residence' at the First Peoples Disability Network.Tune in to learn more about how Dr Scott's lived experience as a deaf Aboriginal man shapes his work, why culture is inclusion, and how we can amplify Indigenous voices in the global conversation about disability.Episode Credits Guests: Dr Scott, Professor Indigenous Disability Health and Wellbeing at UTS  Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Learn more about Dr Scott Avery by visiting his LinkedIn profile. Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wondered what it might take to make space travel accessible for everyone? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we explore the intersection of disability, space travel, and technology with Space Entrepreneur, Disability Rights Advocate, Advisor, and Motivational Speaker, Eric Ingram.Tune in to learn more about Eric's journey in the space industry and some of the exciting advancements being made to ensure that space is accessible for everyone.  Episode Credits Guests: Eric Ingram, Chairman, Chief Strategy Officer of Scout Space, Inc.  Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Follow xx on Instagram, @ericsingram To learn more about Scout Space Inc. head to https://www.scout.space/ Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if innovation isn't just for tech experts, but something we all do every day? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we chat with Anja Christoffersen—an entrepreneur, author, model, and founder of the Women with Disabilities Entrepreneur Network—who believes just that.Anja shares her story of navigating life with VACTERL association and how her lived experience motivated her to build businesses that empower people with disability. Tune in to this new episode now!Episode Credits Guests: Anja Christoffersen, Entrepreneur and Disability Advocate. Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Follow Anja on Instagram, @anjachristoffersen Learn more about Women with Disabilities Entrepreneur Network (WDEN) at https://wden.com.au/  Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us for part two of our conversation with Australian Paralympic Co-Captain, Angie Ballard. As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games are under way, we continue to explore the fascinating world where disability, technology, and sports intersect.From the evolution of sports technology to the importance of lived experience in innovation, Angie offers a candid insight into some of the challenges and opportunities within Disability Tech, sharing her powerful perspective from her experiences on the global stage. Don't miss out—tune in now!Episode Credits Guests: Angie Ballard, 2024 Australian Paralympic Team Co-Captain. Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Follow Angie on Instagram, @angie___ballard/  Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can technology propel our paralympians towards gold! In this two-part episode, we're joined by Angie Ballard, Co-Captain of the 2024 Australian Paralympic Team who is gearing up for her seventh Paralympic Games in Paris!Angie shares her personal journey, the crucial role of leadership, and the challenges of celebrating technological advances while ensuring equality in the Paralympics. Tune in to this new episode now!Episode Credits Guests: Angie Ballard, 2024 Australian Paralympic Team Co-Captain. Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos of SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Follow Angie on Instagram, @angie___ballard/  Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How accessible is live music for everyone? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we delve into the world of music, accessibility, and technology with Dina Bassile, the passionate founder of Tibi Access.From a simple idea to improve the accessibility of creative industries, to working with the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, Dina is changing the landscape of live music and events. Tune in to this new episode now!Episode Credits Guests: Dina Bassile, Founder of Tibi Access Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Learn more about Tibi Access at, https://www.tibiaccess.com/ Follow Tibi Access on Instagram, @tibiaccess Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can the disciplines of art, technology, design, and dance intersect to ensure equity in every part of an artistic experience?In our latest Remarkable Insights episode, we talk with Alice Sheppard and Laurel Lawson from Kinetic Light which is an internationally-recognised disability arts ensemble. We discuss how access is integral to artistic and creative processes and explore how they are revolutionising audio descriptions to allow audiences to create their own experience of a dance. Tune in to this new episode now! Episode Credits Guests:  Alice Sheppard,, Founder and Artistic Director of Kinetic Light Laurel Lawson, Choreographic collaborator, dancer, designer, and engineer with Kinetic Light Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Produced by SESSION in PROGRESS: Angus O'Loughlin and Amelia Stamos. Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode on our website Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech  Follow Kinetic Light on Instagram @kineticlightdance or visit their website https://kineticlight.org/  Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) impacts important decisions like jobs, loans, and medical care. But is it fair for everyone? And how is it regulated? In this episode we explore this question with Jutta Treviranus, Professor and Director of the Inclusive Design Research Centre at Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD) University in Toronto. Tune in to learn more about Jutta's groundbreaking work on removing bias from AI, drawing from her extensive experience in digital accessibility and inclusive design.Episode Credits Guest: Jutta Treviranus, Director and Professor at Inclusive Design Research Centre, OCAD University Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, From Your Pocket. Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our website  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights: Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Connect with Jutta on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/juttatreviranus/ Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine if you had to plan a 10 minute trip on public transport 24 hours ahead of time, knowing that your plans will likely fail? In this episode, our host Viv Mullan chats with tech pioneer Santiago Velasquez who has turned these types of personal barriers into innovative solutions through his startups, EyeSyght and Hailo. Join us to explore how technology can transform public transport so that everyone is free to access it.Episode Credits Guest: Santiago Velasquez, Founder and CEO, EyeSyght and Hailo. Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O'Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, From Your Pocket. Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at www.remarkable.org/blog-posts/santiago-velasquez-transforming-public-transport-for-all  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights https://youtu.be/oTtNCiPwr_8 Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech  Connect with Santiago on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/Santiago-Velasquez Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We can't believe that this episode marks the final episode of Remarkable Insights season 2 AND International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD)! To end this season we are excited to bring you part 2 of our conversation with Vint Cerf where we dive into the importance of digital accessibility, unpack disability as a driver for innovation, and discuss making the internet future-friendly for everyone. Don't miss this incredible conversation! Tune in now to join us in celebrating all things Disability Tech!  You can access a transcript of this episode at  https://share.descript.com/view/at2C3YHg1ne Follow Vint on 'X' (formerly known as Twitter) https://twitter.com/vgcerf?lang=en Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the second-last episode of Season two! To mark this occasion we had the unparalleled opportunity to chat with none other than Vinton G. Cerf! Currently serving as the Vice President and Chief Internet Evangelist for Google, Cerf is globally recognised as one of the esteemed "Fathers of the Internet". His monumental contributions in co-designing the TCP/IP protocols and the architecture of the Internet have shaped the digital world as we know it. In this episode, we delve deep into Cerf's passion for accessible technology. Shedding light on how pivotal tech advancements can impact people with disabilities. Hear from Cerf on why this mission is personal, and discover the profound importance of building accessible products. Don't miss out on this tech-filled inspiration fest!  You can access a transcript of this episode at  https://share.descript.com/view/Gj02Jq6hWgb Follow Vint on 'X' (formerly known as Twitter) https://twitter.com/vgcerf?lang=en Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the episode mission-driven technologist, disability-tech investor and strategist, Moaz Hamid joins us to talk about why he left a decade long career in big tech to dive head-first into disability tech.  Moaz opens up about his journey as a child with autism and how he's always had a keen interest for innovation and technology. This lived experience also added to his shock realisation that data about the disability market was non-existent and as a result so was the investment in this space, despite the need, market and obvious untapped potential that the disability community has to offer.  This episode is a revealing conversation with a driven champion for disability inclusion and accessibility, check it out now! You can access a transcript of this episode at  https://share.descript.com/view/c43XtnWWJxj Learn more about Moaz at, https://mvmt.vc/ Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing our Remarkable Insights podcast episode "Disabled and Proud" featuring a fascinating conversation with Diego Mariscal, CEO & Chief Disabled Officer at 2Gether-International. In this conversation, Diego highlights the importance of celebrating and valuing disability in the world of business and entrepreneurship. We explore the critical need for investing holistically in disabled founders and tackle some hard truths regarding society and the startup sector's lack of support for these individuals. Diego paves the way for understanding the unique creativity, innovation and tenacity that the disabled community offers. Ready to challenge perceptions? Tune in now! You can access a transcript of this episode at  https://share.descript.com/view/NqBPQjsmgvZ Learn more about Diego at, https://www.2gether-international.org/ Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we're diving deep into a hard-hitting topic - the unchanged employment status of people with disability in Australia over the last 30 years. Our voice to guide us through this issue is passionate advocate Joel Sardi.Joel's advocacy began after a life-changing spinal cord injury in 2014, which resulted in him becoming a 'C-5' Quadriplegic. He is now part of the team at theField.jobs, which is a groundbreaking new job listing site built by and for people with disability that actively connects people with disability with jobs from inclusive employers.Joel opens up about his journey, the transformation of his perspective after acquiring a disability, and the surprising barriers to employment he's discovered. This episode is a revealing conversation with a driven champion for disability inclusion and accessibility, check it out now! You can access a transcript of this episode at  https://share.descript.com/view/xFpBAueUyqs Learn more about Joel at, https://www.joelsardi.com/ Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us in this episode as we discover the brilliant world of Emily Yates, a Glasgow-based Accessibility Consultant, and Journalism ace. Tune in to hear the compelling journey of Emily, from her volunteer beginnings at the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games all the way to her role as the Head of Accessibility and Inclusive Design at Mima!Emily draws on her personal experience as a wheelchair user to share her invaluable experiences travelling across the globe and helping improve the accessibility of one the world's largest airports.  Don't miss out on this captivating discussion with a truly remarkable champion for disability inclusion and accessibility!You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/0E87LiqpQCX Learn more about Emily at, https://www.emilyroseyates.co.uk/Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for a riveting chat with Varun Chandak, founder of Access to Success, a Canadian non-profit powerhouse dedicated to shaping future leaders with disabilities. Varun opens up about his personal journey growing up with hearing loss in India, and how assistive tech became his game-changer! Discover his passion for accelerating accessibility startups and empowering students and future leaders with disabilities. This episode is a testament to technology's transformative power—don't miss it! You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/Xvj7lZiaZdx Learn more about Varun at, https://www.linkedin.com/in/varunchandak Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_tech See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us as we delve further into Minnie Baragwanath's unlikely journey to becoming an eBook pioneer, fueled by a love for English literature, supportive Mum and cassette tapes! In this Part 2 of our chat, Minnie shares how her personal experience with disability ignited her pursuit of social change and cultivated her unique worldview, standing firm on the belief that equality is not just a dream, but an attainable goal. Be ready for some truly remarkable insights! You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/R7s4R8nyG8T Learn more about Minnie at, https://www.minnieb.co.nz/ Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into the blindingly obvious and transformative world of the four-letter word 'with' in our new episode featuring Author, Social Entrepreneur and Access Innovator, Minnie Baragwanath!In this conversation, Minnie challenges us to envisage the enormous potential of innovation powered by 'with' and how this is key to true disruption. We delve into a meaningful discussion on how innovation steered by people living with disability or ‘access citizens' is fundamental in sketching a future brimming with possibilities. A future that celebrates and honors this community as the incredible innovators, creators, designers, and citizens they are!You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/jryVImIyeBj Learn more about Minnie at, https://www.minnieb.co.nz/  Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learning coding in a small town at age 10 to Atlassian Foundation Director today - meet the unstoppable Steve King!Our latest episode taps into Steve's fascinating journey of putting technology and innovation at the forefront of social causes. From scaling heights at global tech hotspots like Canva, Atlassian, and Yahoo, to co-founding a startup that champions for people with disability, Steve has challenged himself relentlessly.If you're yearning for a sneak peek into a passionate world where problem-solving meets positive change, join this episode now! You can access a transcript of this episode at: https://share.descript.com/view/n5uzKd9p9hw Get in contact with Steve here: https://linktr.ee/steveathon Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Srin Madipalli, a trailblazing tech-entrepreneur and investor, whose game-changing startup, Accomable, was snapped up by Airbnb in 2017! Did we mention he was also a former corporate lawyer, with an MBA, a genetics degree holder, and wields some web development skills on the side too? Mind-blown, right?In this episode Srin shares the story of how he and a friend transformed an idea for a disability-focused magazine into an accessible travel startup that disrupted the industry. More so, he shines a spotlight on a burning issue – the huge gaps in capital for the disability market, urging governments to take notice. Srin Madipalli, folks, what CAN'T he do?You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/hYzuWSlO4my Learn more about Srin by visiting his website, https://srinmadipalli.com/ Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly Schulz, host of Knowable.Me podcast, invites us to explore how the uniqueness of being human impacts how we experience the world.Kelly asks us to be more curious about experiences in our day-to-day lives that often go unnoticed from products, services, retail and digital experiences, to uncover opportunities to promote inclusion and enhance economic and social participation for all.  You can access a transcript of this episode at: https://share.descript.com/view/wRrBz5l1K1a Check out Kelly's podcast Knowable.me at knowable.me/podcast Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doctor Dinesh Palipana OAM was the first quadriplegic medical intern in Queensland and the second person to graduate medical school with quadriplegia in Australia.  In this episode we speak with Dinesh who is also a lawyer, advocate, and researcher about his journey as a doctor with disability and the role technology has played in enhancing his doctor patient relationships and challenging the medical model of disability.You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/YXPvlHzbhas Follow Dinesh on Linkedin, https://www.linkedin.com/in/dineshpalipana/Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies are powerful and can be a huge asset to your organisation! However, have you considered the bias that could be building up in your new technology?   In this episode we speak with self-proclaimed “poet of code”, Founder and CTO of The Good Robot Company, Elizabeth Chandler, who is developing solutions to analyse, diagnose and eliminate biases in artificial intelligence and machine learning systems.You can access a transcript of this episode at: https://share.descript.com/view/fawp7SojZKr Follow Elizabeth on Linkedin, https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethc3/Learn more about The Good Robot Company, https://thegoodrobotcompany.com/  Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off Season Two of Remarkable Insights we were thrilled to speak with Jennison Asuncion, who is a Co-Founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). This role is just one of the many metaphoric hats that Jennison wears, another notable one is that he is Head of Accessibility at LinkedIn!Check out part two of our conversation with Jennison where we dive into his career and what it's like to shape the accessibility at LinkedIn, which is one of the world's biggest startups. You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/p0lJmNtygDV Follow Jennison on Linkedin, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennison/Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are celebrating the launch of Remarkable Insights Season Two AND Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than one billion people living with disabilities worldwide - so what better way to celebrate this day than to be joined by Co-Founder of GAAD and Head of Accessibility at LinkedIn, Jennison Asuncion! In this episode we speak with Jennison about what it takes to actually create a global awareness day and how one blog post transformed into a worldwide celebration.You can access a transcript of this episode at https://share.descript.com/view/74OjjUGRjPx Follow Jennison on Linkedin, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennison/ Learn more about GAAD at, https://accessibility.day/ Follow Remarkable on social media, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're thrilled to announce we are coming back for Season Two of Remarkable Insights, which is set to launch on Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! This year, Remarkable Insights host Viv Mullan, continues our conversation with disability-tech pioneers who are pushing the boundaries of innovation, business and social norms, AND we are taking it up a notch by doubling the amount of episodes! We will explore a wider range of topics from a new range of guests - from artificial intelligence to the future of accessible travel, from the experience of doctors living with disabilities to a day-in-the-life of LinkedIn's Head of Accessibility - this season is jam-packed with Remarkable insights!   Tune in to our first episode being dropped on May 18th and join us to learn how disability drives innovation.You can access a transcript of this promo at https://share.descript.com/view/YdB9vF5iBzx Follow us for more updates on our socials, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is one big celebration - not only is it the final episode of Remarkable Insights season 1 but today also marks International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD)!This year, the United Nations is observing IDPwD by exploring the role of innovation in fuelling an accessible and equitable world, which fits the theme of our podcast perfectly. In the following episode we explore what this theme means to the Remarkable community and look back at some unheard moments from this season where our guests highlight how disability drives innovation.T Thank you for an incredible first season and see you in 2023 for some more 'Remarkable Insights'. Learn more about our Remarkable accelerator program, https://remarkable.org/accelerator/ Watch all of the previous interviews on our YouTube.   Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_tech See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for all things sex and disability tech with Andrew Gurza! Andrew is a co-founder and Chief Disability Officer of Bump'n, a sex toy company run by and for disabled people. He has won awards for his work in the field of disability awareness with media appearances including those on the BBC, CBC, Huffington Post, Mashable, Wall Street Journal, Startup Daily, and many more. In addition to speaking on sex, disability, and what it means to be a 'Queer Cripple', Andrew is the host of the podcast 'Disability After Dark': Everything about the disability experience that we don't talk about; the things about being disabled we keep in the dark. During our interview, we talk about Andrew's personal story as well as the work Bump'n is doing to combat ableism and increase access to the sex-tech sector. Follow Andrew on Instagram @andgurza Learn more about Andrew at http://www.andrewgurza.com/  Learn more about Get Bump'n https://linktr.ee/getbumpn  Watch this interview in full on our YouTube.   Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we think of what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur, we might think of innovation, determination and ability to adapt to change. It should come at no surprise then that there has and continues to be a growing wealth of talent in disabled entrepreneurs – but how can we do better to harness this largely untapped talentpool?  In this episode we speak with advocate and founder Charli Skinner, who's on a mission to empower young adults who are chronically ill and disabled to design a radically inclusive world around us. Charli shares her experience of acquiring a brain injury and how this exposed the stark reality of inaccessible workplaces, the hidden costs of disability and has taught her how we can do better to tap into the potential of disabled entrepreneurs. Follow Soda Ventures on Instagram: @soda.venture Learn more about Soda via their Linktr.ee https://linktr.ee/soda.venture Learn more about Charli via her website https://www.charliskinner.com/ Watch this interview in full on our YouTube.  Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @remarkable_tech See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know that more than 1 billion people globally are living with some form of disability, and that 80% of this population live in low- and middle-income countries? And that only 1 in 10 of those have access to the assistive technology they need? In the following episode we speak with Bernard Chiira, Founder of Africa's 1st Assistive Technology Accelerator based in Nairobi, Kenya, to talk about his life growing up with scoliosis and his mission to raise the business profile of investing in assistive tech Startups in Africa.  We discuss the accessibility, equity and affordability of assistive technology in Africa and how regulation must meet the needs of innovation in order to get the technology into the hands of those who need it most.  Follow Bernard Chiira on LinkedIn  Watch this interview in full on our YouTube.   Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_tech See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you consider the disability community when thinking about climate change? Professor Sébastien Jodoin, director of the disability inclusive climate action research programme, joins us in this episode to discuss how his experience with disability in combination with his academic and legal careers has motivated him to study the relationship between climate change and disability. As we look to the future and a truly innovative, accessible, and inclusive strategy to tackling climate change from both a tech and policy perspective, we examine why people with disabilities aren't discussed in Climate Change justice conversations and why this needs to change. Check out the Disability-Inclusive Climate Action Research Programme https://www.disabilityinclusiveclimate.org/team Learn more about Sebastian at, www.sjodoin.ca   Watch this interview in full on our YouTube.   Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_tech See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Melbourne to the hallways of Oxford University! The CEO and creator of the "Sociability" app, Australia's Matt Pierri, joins us to talk about his mission to empower disabled individuals to benefit from greater social inclusion and meaningful equality of opportunity. We also talk about the obvious but frequently disregarded economic advantages of accessibility. Check out Matt's website: https://www.mattpierri.xyz/ Check out Sociability's linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/sociabilityapp Watch this interview in full on our YouTube.  Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you get when you cross a futurist with a disability rights activist AND an entrepreneur who has the courage to take on the Metaverse? Giselle Mota! Giselle is the founder of the NIFTY collective, a project whose goal is to include people with disabilities in the "Web 3" and the "Metaverse." Furthermore, you'll learn exactly what the Metaverse actually is and why it's important to construct inclusion and accessibility from the start. Check out Giselle's Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/imgisellemota   Follow Giselle on Instagram: @imgisellemota  Follow NFTY on Instagram: @nfty.official Watch this interview in full on our YouTube.   Follow Remarkable on Instagram:@remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to Professor Jonathan Kaufman's brilliant work, the phrase "disability economy" is spreading throughout the world from his home just outside of New York. Jonathan's disability—cerebral palsy—has had a significant impact on his personal, intellectual, and professional life. It's also how he came to have a Forbes magazine column and serve as the former White House policy advisor on diversity and disabilities! This conversation delves into Jonathan's creative mind as it explores the idea of the disability economy and what it means for the future of the technology industry. Check out Jonathan's Forbes column Mindset Matter.   Follow Jonathan on twitter here: @jkaufmanconsult  Watch this interview in full on our YouTube.   Follow Remarkable on Instagram: @Remarkable_TechSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you think tech and innovation, do you think disability? Some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs, innovations and technologies have been shaped by lived experience of disability but how much do we know about the intersection between innovation and disability? Remarkable Insights host Viv Mullan, takes us across the globe to speak with disability-tech pioneers who are pushing the boundaries of innovation, business and social norms. We talk tech, we talk disability, we talk to real humans about real change. Tune in to learn how disability drives innovation.   Instagram: @remarkable_techSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.