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Host Anna Featherstone speaks with Julie Ganner and Dr. Agata Mrva-Montoya, co-authors of Books Without Barriers: A Practical Guide to Inclusive Publishing. They discuss how authors can make their books accessible from the start—by addressing formatting, fonts, image descriptions, and digital navigation. In this episode, you'll learn: What print disability means How to reach readers across formats Simple production changes that improve access Accessibility tips for children's books How semantic tagging and font choices support more readers Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-Publishing Author Advice Center, with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven't already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. Sponsors This podcast is proudly sponsored by Bookvault. Sell high-quality, print-on-demand books directly to readers worldwide and earn maximum royalties selling directly. Automate fulfillment and create stunning special editions with BookvaultBespoke. Visit Bookvault.app today for an instant quote. This podcast is also sponsored by Gatekeeper Press, the all-inclusive Gold Standard in Publishing, offering authors 100% rights, royalties, satisfaction and worldwide distribution. Gatekeeper Press, Where Authors are Family. About the Host Anna Featherstone is ALLi's nonfiction adviser and an author advocate and mentor. A judge of The Australian Business Book Awards and Australian Society of Travel Writers awards, she's also the founder of Bold Authors and presents author marketing and self-publishing workshops for organizations, including Byron Writers Festival. Anna has authored books including how-to and memoirs and her book Look-It's Your Book! about writing, publishing, marketing, and leveraging nonfiction is on the Australian Society of Authors recommended reading list. When she's not being bookish, Anna's into bees, beings, and the big issues of our time. About the Guests Dr. Agata Mrva-Montoya is a senior lecturer and degree director of the Master of Publishing program in the Discipline of Media and Communications at the University of Sydney. Her research explores how technological innovation and power dynamics shape the publishing industry, with a particular focus on equitable access to literature and knowledge. She is president of the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disability and co-editor of Publishing Research Quarterly. Her background includes leading the implementation of accessible publishing practices at Sydney University Press. She is co-author of Books Without Barriers: A Practical Guide to Inclusive Publishing (2023), and her forthcoming book, Inclusive Publishing and the Quest for Reading Equity, will be published in August by Cambridge University Press. Julie Ganner, AE, is an accredited freelance editor and a lecturer in editing for the University of Sydney's Master of Publishing program. She represented the Institute of Professional Editors (IPEd) at the Australian Inclusive Publishing Initiative (AIPI), a cross-industry forum on print accessibility, and is a former chair of IPEd's Accessibility Initiative Working Party. She is the 2025 winner of the Janet Mackenzie Medal, IPEd's highest honor, awarded in recognition of her service to the editing profession. Julie is co-author of Books Without Barriers: A Practical Guide to Inclusive Publishing (IPEd and Australian Publishers Association, 2023) and Inclusive Publishing in Australia: An Introductory Guide (AIPI, 2019). Both guides are available as free downloads in multiple formats.
Connect with Onramp // Onramp Terminal // Mark Yusko on X // Morgan Creek CapitalOnramp Trade: Enter "TLT" during sign-up for Onramp Trade and receive 50% off account fees and zero cost trading through September.The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin-native podcast covering the intersection of bitcoin, tech, & finance on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, Brian Cubellis, & Tim Kotzman. Join us as we dive into what bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, & propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset...in the digital age, it's The Last Trade that investors will ever need to make.00:00 - Introduction to Mark Yusko05:17 - Bitcoin Pizza Day and Market Milestones11:07 - Japanese Bond Market Dynamics14:17 - Historical Context of Currency and Bonds20:07 - Tariffs and Economic Consequences23:17 - China's Role in Global Economics26:06 - Masa Son and Long-Term Vision32:16 - Bitcoin Treasury Strategies and Market Dynamics36:11 - Jurisdictional Arbitrage and Market Advantages41:20 - The Role of Charisma and Authenticity in Leadership46:02 - The Importance of Individual Decision-Making in Investing53:07 - The Evolution of Information Access in Investing01:03:00 - Identifying Talent: Lessons from Coaching01:06:06 - The Future of Stablecoins and Bitcoin01:13:04 - The Global Asset Landscape and Bitcoin's Position01:18:44 - Courage in Investment: Embracing Innovation01:21:39 - The Future of Money: Digital Gold and Beyond01:32:32 - Outro and DisclaimerPlease subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.
In this powerful episode of The Truth In This Art, join host Rob Lee for an insightful conversation with Chad Helton, President and CEO of the Enoch Pratt Free Library, Baltimore's renowned public library system. Explore Chad Helton's transformative vision and dynamic leadership, diving deep into the future of the Enoch Pratt Free Library and discussing its vital role as a cornerstone of the Baltimore community.Chad Helton, a collaborative leader who believes no single person holds all the answers, shares his strategies for enhanced community engagement, the library's unwavering commitment to equitable access to information and resources, and the power of innovative library programs to transform lives. We also discuss the challenges and triumphs of leading a vital community anchor and the importance of creating a 21st-century library system that serves all of Baltimore's residents.Eager to learn more about Chad Helton's journey, from his Mayberry-esque small-town roots to leading one of Baltimore's most beloved institutions, and discover how his dedication to addressing diverse community needs is shaping the future of the Enoch Pratt Free Library? Listen now to this episode of The Truth In This Art! Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★
This week we repeat episode 869 - concluding our two-part discussion of accessible workplaces. This program features Rebecca Clark and Damo McMorrow and comes from the Round Table on Information Access for people with print disabilities.
This week's episode is a repeat of episode 868, focusing on accessible workplaces. This comes from the Round Table on Information Access for people with print disabilities.
In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by Laurence Michelson, Co-Managing Partner at Cool Daddy LLC, Director of ObjectStep, HVAC Constitution expert at AlphaSights. and former Senior HVAC Counterman at A&R Supply, South Florida. They will explore the life of an HVAC supplier counterperson, the disconnect between technicians and suppliers, and why proper communication and product knowledge are crucial for success in the industry.Larry Michelson shares insights on the challenges HVAC suppliers face, the disconnect between counter staff and technicians, and why technicians should take responsibility for verifying parts. They also discuss the importance of supplier training, the role of technology in HVAC distribution, and how better communication can prevent costly mistakes in the field.This episode is filled with real-world HVAC insights, industry challenges, and practical advice to help technicians and suppliers improve communication and efficiency.Larry shares his perspective on the responsibilities of counter staff and technicians, the impact of poor communication on business operations, and why verifying parts is crucial. He emphasizes the need for supplier training, the role of technology in HVAC distribution, and how better collaboration can prevent costly mistakes. This episode provides valuable lessons for HVAC professionals looking to streamline their workflow and strengthen supplier relationships.Expect to Learn:1.The importance of training for counter staff to improve service quality.2. The role of HVAC suppliers and the challenges faced behind the counter.3. Why technicians should verify parts before leaving the supplier.4. How poor communication between suppliers and technicians leads to costly mistakes.5. How technology and better processes can streamline HVAC supply operations.Episode Highlights: [00:00] – Introduction to Laurence Michelson[01:04] – Larry's HVAC Supply Journey: Technology, Challenges & Industry Change. [06:33] – HVAC Supply Mistakes: Why Verification & Education Matter. [11:02] – How Top Suppliers Train Staff & Adapt to A2L Refrigerants in HVAC & Multiple Trades.[14:45] – Why HVAC Suppliers Struggle with Parts Accuracy & Information Access.[18:12] – The Counter Phone Struggle: Why Calls Get Delayed & How to Improve ItThis Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:Master: https://www.master.ca/Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/Supply House: https://www.supplyhouse.com/Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/Lambert Insurance Services: https://www.lambert-ins.com/ Follow the Guest Larry Michelson on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ljmfla/ObjectStep: https://www.linkedin.com/company/objstep/AlphaSights: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alphasights/A&R Supply South Florida : https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-r-supply-south-florida/Follow the Host:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/
- RFK Jr's Upcoming Senate Hearing and Support Needed (0:00) - Feedback on AI Illustrations and Larry Ellison's Comments (2:07) - Critique of Stargate Project and AI Dominance (6:47) - Trump's Executive Order on Cryptocurrency (11:08) - Introduction of Enoch AI Language Model (17:08) - Support for RFK Jr's Confirmation and Action Items (24:51) - Interview with Jonathan Emord and Dr. Robert Ver Kirk (45:30) - Challenges and Opportunities in Health Reform (1:05:12) - The Role of AI in Health and Wellness (1:12:47) - Conclusion and Call to Action (1:23:37) - AI Wellness Coaches and Open Weights (1:23:58) - Legal and Government Challenges (1:25:24) - Economic and Health Impacts of Information Access (1:28:35) - Challenges with Herbal Medicines Regulation (1:30:46) - Support for RFK Jr. and the Maha Mandate (1:33:49) - Pharma Lobbying and Grassroots Support (1:38:41) - Call to Action and Final Thoughts (1:43:25) For more updates, visit: http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport NaturalNews videos would not be possible without you, as always we remain passionately dedicated to our mission of educating people all over the world on the subject of natural healing remedies and personal liberty (food freedom, medical freedom, the freedom of speech, etc.). Together, we're helping create a better world, with more honest food labeling, reduced chemical contamination, the avoidance of toxic heavy metals and vastly increased scientific transparency. ▶️ Every dollar you spend at the Health Ranger Store goes toward helping us achieve important science and content goals for humanity: https://www.healthrangerstore.com/ ▶️ Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html ▶️ Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/hrreport ▶️ Join Our Social Network: https://brighteon.social/@HealthRanger ▶️ Check In Stock Products at: https://PrepWithMike.com
This week we congratulate the Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability. Also, an update on the BCA 50th anniversary convention coming up in June next year. A heads-up; our Summer Series this year focuses on Audio Description. John Simpson brings us five programs with a host of special guests who will take you through the process of developing and delivering AD in various media including television, live and film. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Guest Giulio Carvalho Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer talks with Giulio Carvalho, a civic tech practitioner and program manager at Open Knowledge Brasil, about the importance of open data and civic engagement in Brazil. They discuss the role of civic tech projects in promoting transparency, such as Querido Diário (Dear Diary), an open-source project aimed at centralizing municipal data for better access by citizens, journalists, and activists. Giulio shares insights on the challenges and successes of maintaining open-source projects within a developing country, particularly in the face of competition from large tech corporations. Press download now to hear more! [00:01:36] Giulio explains the Civic Innovation Ambassador Network, and the network's impact on political transparency pledges made by politicians for open data and transparency is highlighted. [00:04:16] There's a discussion about how the pledge focuses on open data and government transparency, relating it to broader movements of open knowledge, and Giulio mentions the Law of Information Access established in Brazil, emphasizing the legal obligations for government transparency. [00:06:49] Richard compares the efforts to the U.S. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), prompting a discussion on open data and transparency initiatives in Brazil. Giulio discusses specific projects in Brazil that allow citizens to request information anonymously. [00:10:10] Giulio introduces the Querido Diário project, designed to make official acts published in municipal gazettes accessible to the public. [00:15:22] The funding, development, and challenges of sustaining the Querido Diário projects are discussed, noting the support from various grants and partnerships. [00:21:17] The conversation shifts to the broader impact and goals of Open Knowledge Brazil in promoting open data and supporting civic tech initiatives. [00:23:34] Challenges in building a sustainable project with widespread municipal interest are discussed, along with strategies for managing community contributions and maintaining active development. [00:30:01] Richard and Giulio reflect on building grassroots tech movements in the global south and the challenges posed by proprietary technologies from more developed regions. [00:35:12] Find out where you can find Giulio's work and where you can get involved with Open Knowledge Brasil. Quotes [00:30:46] “If we build something by us for us, we can actually build great stuff.” Spotlight [00:38:10] Richard's spotlight is Alexander von Humboldt. [00:38:58] Giulio's spotlight is pretalx. Links SustainOSS (https://sustainoss.org/) podcast@sustainoss.org (mailto:podcast@sustainoss.org) richard@sustainoss.org (mailto:richard@sustainoss.org) SustainOSS Discourse (https://discourse.sustainoss.org/) SustainOSS Mastodon (https://mastodon.social/tags/sustainoss) Open Collective-SustainOSS (Contribute) (https://opencollective.com/sustainoss) Richard Littauer Socials (https://www.burntfen.com/2023-05-30/socials) Giulio Carvalho LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ogecece/) Querido Diário (https://queridodiario.ok.org.br/en-US/sobre) Open Knowledge Brasil (https://ok.org.br/) Open Knowledge Brasil-GitHub (https://github.com/okfn-brasil) Civic Innovation Ambassadors (https://embaixadoras.ok.org.br/) Paper Past Magazines and Journals (https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/periodicals/) Alexander von Humboldt (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_von_Humboldt) pretalx (https://pretalx.com/p/about/) Credits Produced by Richard Littauer (https://www.burntfen.com/) Edited by Paul M. Bahr at Peachtree Sound (https://www.peachtreesound.com/) Show notes by DeAnn Bahr Peachtree Sound (https://www.peachtreesound.com/) Special Guest: Giulio Carvalho.
In part 2 of this episode, host Jack Russo and David Nash continue to explore the implications of a world where conversational AI enables nearly "cost-free" access to knowledge. As the barriers to information disappear, the duo debates whether this shift will foster greater global cooperation and democracy or perpetuate conflict and isolation. Nash compares the universal accessibility of knowledge to the widespread availability of electricity, suggesting that when information becomes as easy to access as flipping a switch, traditional power structures may be upended. They also delve into how this new dynamic could reshape societal roles, questioning the future of governments and the rise of decentralized systems like DAOs, or decentralized autonomous organizations. As AI continues to evolve, Jack ponders whether the collective intelligence of humanity will lean towards unity or maintain existing divides Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️
In part 1 of this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo and David Nash explore the implications of a world where conversational AI enables nearly "cost-free" access to knowledge. As the barriers to information disappear, the duo debates whether this shift will foster greater global cooperation and democracy or perpetuate conflict and isolation. Nash compares the universal accessibility of knowledge to the widespread availability of electricity, suggesting that when information becomes as easy to access as flipping a switch, traditional power structures may be upended. They also delve into how this new dynamic could reshape societal roles, questioning the future of governments and the rise of decentralized systems like DAOs, or decentralized autonomous organizations. As AI continues to evolve, Jack ponders whether the collective intelligence of humanity will lean towards unity or maintain existing divides. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️
Dr. A.V. Bendebury and Dr. M.S. DeLay examine the strange role that religious faith plays in a secular society. Rather than disappearing, religion is subsumed in an atheistic society to do the work of creed-based state crafting. To aid us in this discussion we're reading from Carl Jung's 1957 work “The Undiscovered Self,” where he makes the case that a strong individualism is the only thing that can protect a population from the social chaos that reigns. While this might be true, what does it look like for a society that is so dependent on blind faith to suddenly be filled with individuals? What is the tradeoff between independence and security that we make when operating in a system that has slots to be filled, rather than potential to be realized? Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00) Go! The Undiscovered Self (00:02:18) What is a Friendship? (00:05:30) Supporting the Podcast and Community Engagement (00:11:30) Impact of Wealth and Bureaucracy on Homelessness (00:17:30) Disillusionment in Professional Ideals (00:27:18) Repeating History and Collapse (00:38:08) Search Bias and Information Access (00:46:47) Bureaucratic Struggles in Education (00:54:11) Bureaucratic Obstacles and Rationality (01:05:58) World vs. Cosmic Values (01:16:17) State and Individuality (01:30:57) Economic Pressures and Information Engagement (01:40:12) Bureaucracy and Individual Autonomy (01:49:03) Stability and Growth of States #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #CarlJung, #Philosophy, #Psychology, #SocietalChange, #Bureaucracy, #Totalitarianism, #MediaPolarization, #TechSurveillance, #SearchBias, #EconomicPressures, #FreedomVsSecurity, #PersonalAutonomy, #StateInfluence, #CrisisOfIndividuality, #ReligionAndCreed, #RationalityCrisis, #ModernSociety, #HumanFlourishing, #CulturalCritique Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671
Are you fed up with tools like ChatGPT and want to try something with uncensored output that has a bit of conservative juice in its content? You'll love Gippr AI on the TUSK search app! Find out more at: https://tuskbrowser.com/gippr/ TUSK City: Santa Barbara Address: 5383 Hollister Ave., Suite 120 Website: https://tuskbrowser.com/ Email: jeff@tuskbrowser.com
This week, Margo Carwardine from the Queensland Braille Writers Association, also known as Braille House, discusses accessible tourism. The QBWA has been conducting a fascinating project to enable venues and other tourism-based businesses to be more accessible to Blind and Vision Impaired people. This project was made possible by a grant from the Queensland Government. This presentation was given to the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disability, and we thank the Round Table for the use of this recording. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
This week, we bring you part two of the presentation given to the Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability, by Professor Katie Ellis, Director of the Centre for Culture and Technology at Curtin University. Katie discusses the importance of accessible communications for people with disability, in connection with health.
We start this episode in conversation with Maria Stevens, Chair of the Braille Authority of New Zealand Aotearoa Trust. We find out more about the work of BANZAT, the standards it has created and how it is helping to promote braille across New Zealand. We also discover more about the relationship between BANZAT and the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities. Afterwards, we catch up with Chantelle Griffiths, a familiar voice to many Braillecast listeners. She is also a BANZAT trustee and responsible for a new and exciting course to train blind people to become braille transcribers.
This week, our main feature is a presentation given to the Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability, by Professor Katie Ellis, Director of the Centre for Culture and Technology at Curtin University. Katie discusses the importance of accessible communications for people with disability, in connection with health. Also, some BCA announcements.
Australia and New Zealand are the two most well-known countries in the Pacific Region, the area between Australia and Hawaii. The region also includes many other countries including Fiji and Samoa. Many of these countries are on small, remote islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are difficult and expensive to reach, with total populations often of 100,000 or fewer, and ensuring access to braille is very difficult. Over the next two episodes of Braillecast, we will be finding out more about braille provision in Pacific Island countries. This episode will discuss the challenges they face and the international intervention which is assisting them, and in the next episode, we will hear from a representative from the Samoa Blind Persons Association about the work they are doing to overcome these challenges. Ben Clare, from Australia, has had a career delivering blindness education in Pacific Island countries for over twenty years. He is President of the Pacific Region of the International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment (ICEVI), where he also represents South Pacific Educators in Visual Impairment (SPEVI). Prior to this, he spent two years in the Solomon Islands delivering braille training and establishing a Solomon Islands Government Blind Service through The Australian Volunteers Program. His first visit to the Pacific Islands, in 2004, was to deliver screen reader training at a school in Papua New Guinea, through a partnership with the School for the Blind in Sydney. He set off with just a couple of laptops and demo versions of JAWS. This interview was recorded during the Annual Conference of the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities.
This week, the first in a two-part series on access to workplaces. This presentation to the Round Table on Information Access for people with a Print Disability was given by Damo McMorrow, National Access Technology Manager with Vision Australia, and Rebecca Clark, Vision Technology Specialist with Quantum RLV. Once again, a big thanks to the Round Table for allowing us the use of this material.
# This week, we bring you part ii of a presentation given by Dr. Scott Hollier. Again, thank you to the Round Table on Information Access for the use of this material.
This week, We bring you another presentation from the Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability. Dr. Scott Hollier, CEO of the Centre for Accessibility Australia, delivered this presentation on Artificial Intelligence, AI, and its use by Blind and Vision Impaired People, and those with other Print Disabilities. Once again, our thanks to the Round Table for allowing us the use of this material.
Ben Clare's presentation to the recently held Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability, focused on AI and technology and its use in Pacific Island Countries. Ben discusses some of the enablers and barriers to the use of technology, and the use of Artifical Inteligence in education and the life of Blind and Vision Impaired People. Our thanks to the Round Table for allowing us the use of this material. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
This week we revisit the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities. Specifically, we feature a presentation given by David Swayne, Disability Policy Officer with the Australian Communications Consumer Action Network, and Vision 2020's Jonathan Craig. Hear about Accessible ICT Procurement - what is it? Why is it important? Where does Australia lie in context with other countries, and what can we do to improve the situation? Thanks to the Round Table for the use of this material. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
DrugChatter is an innovative AI-powered search and answer engine designed to revolutionize how we access and comprehend information. Harnessing the power of advanced natural language processing, DrugChatter provides concise, accurate, and contextually relevant answers to a wide array of questions, making information retrieval faster and more intuitive than ever before. What Makes DrugChatter Unique? Use […] Source
Greens Senator, Jordon Steele-John spoke at the recent Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities in Perth. We hear an edited version of his presentation this week, discussing barriers to information access, the current status and hopes for the future. My thanks to John Simpson and the Round Table for bringing us these recordings.
John Simpson attended the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities in Perth - and this week, we bring you the first in our series featuring presentations from this year's conference. Corey Crawford, Policy Officer with Blind Citizens Australia, discusses disaster management and preparation for people who are Blind or Vision Impaired. Our thanks to the Round Table and to John for this recording. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
This week, we're joined by Barry Melville, Manager of Radio 2RPH in Sydney. Find out more about 2RPH, an upcoming presentation Barry is giving to the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disability, and how you can provide feedback on 2RPH's programming and style. Check out the 2RPH Website for more information. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
A police state is characterized by a government or authority that exercises an unusually high degree of control and surveillance over its citizens, often at the expense of their civil liberties and individual freedoms. Here's a summary of what a police state might look like:Authoritarian Rule: In a police state, power is concentrated in the hands of a central authority, typically a dictator or a small group of individuals. The government wields significant control over all aspects of society.Mass Surveillance: Extensive surveillance mechanisms are in place to monitor citizens' activities. This includes the widespread use of security cameras, wiretaps, and data collection programs, often justified in the name of national security.Limited Freedom of Speech and Expression: Freedom of speech and expression are heavily restricted. Critical opinions of the government or its policies can lead to censorship, punishment, or imprisonment. Independent media outlets are often silenced or controlled by the state.Political Repression: Opposition parties and political dissent are suppressed. Opposition leaders, activists, and journalists may face arrest, harassment, or even disappearance.Militarization of Police: The police force is heavily militarized, with access to advanced weaponry and equipment. Law enforcement agencies have extensive powers, and their actions are often unchecked.Restrictions on Movement: Citizens may face limitations on their ability to travel freely both domestically and internationally. Checkpoints and roadblocks can be common, and travel permits may be required.Secret Police: A secret police force is often established to monitor and infiltrate perceived threats to the government. These agencies operate covertly and are not subject to normal legal oversight.Suppression of Civil Liberties: Fundamental civil liberties, such as the right to privacy, due process, and protection from arbitrary arrest, may be eroded or suspended.Propaganda and State-Controlled Media: The government controls or heavily influences media outlets, disseminating propaganda that promotes its agenda and suppresses dissenting views.Informants and Citizen Spying: Citizens are encouraged or coerced into reporting on the activities of their neighbors, colleagues, and even family members. Fear of being reported leads to a culture of self-censorship.Limited Access to Information: Access to information is tightly controlled, with censorship of books, websites, and social media platforms. Independent information sources are often blocked.Arbitrary Detention and Torture: People can be detained without due process for extended periods. Torture and mistreatment of detainees may occur in secret detention facilities.Manipulation of Elections: Elections may exist, but they are often manipulated to maintain the ruling party's control. Opposition candidates may be disqualified or face intimidation.Limited Freedom of Assembly: Protests and gatherings are heavily regulated or prohibited. Demonstrators risk arrest, violence, or even deadly force from security forces.Cult of Personality: The leader or ruling party is often glorified and portrayed as infallible. Dissent against the leader is equated with disloyalty to the state.As the crackdown on alleged gang members continues by the government of El Salvador, the slide into a police seems inevitable. In this episode, we continue to hear how the crackdown is being used as a means of revenge and how many innocent people have been been arrested and never heard from again. (commercial at at 16:25)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:El Salvador: The hell of the innocent sent to prison on an anonymous phone call (msn.com)
Recently, we learned of the passing of founding BCA member, Alan Bates. John Simpson speaks with Bill Jolley about Alan's work with Blind and Vision Impaired people, including his representation to the ROund Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities, sport and recreation activities, switchboard training and BCA itself. Our best wishes go out to Alan's family and friends at this difficult time. As well, thanks to John and Bill for bringing us this week's programme. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
This week, we go back to 2016. We hear from Phia Damsma, in an interview recorded at the Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities. Phia describes her background and we demonstrate the Ballyland Magic App, which is designed to teach children concepts of Voiceover on the iPhone and iPad. Please note, as this is a repeat, some information might be out of date, and Phia now has many more fantastic apps in the app store. We encourage you to do your own research.
Richard Rudd is a writer, poet, and founder of Gene Keys. Today, we introduce the Pearl Sequence and its role in unlocking prosperity, and discusses the future of making money, as well as the integration of generosity and syntropy in business. Join me & the global Gene Keys community on a four-month online retreat into the true nature of prosperity: Pearl Sequence Online Retreat. (April 2 – July 30 2024)
A police state is characterized by a government or authority that exercises an unusually high degree of control and surveillance over its citizens, often at the expense of their civil liberties and individual freedoms. Here's a summary of what a police state might look like:Authoritarian Rule: In a police state, power is concentrated in the hands of a central authority, typically a dictator or a small group of individuals. The government wields significant control over all aspects of society.Mass Surveillance: Extensive surveillance mechanisms are in place to monitor citizens' activities. This includes the widespread use of security cameras, wiretaps, and data collection programs, often justified in the name of national security.Limited Freedom of Speech and Expression: Freedom of speech and expression are heavily restricted. Critical opinions of the government or its policies can lead to censorship, punishment, or imprisonment. Independent media outlets are often silenced or controlled by the state.Political Repression: Opposition parties and political dissent are suppressed. Opposition leaders, activists, and journalists may face arrest, harassment, or even disappearance.Militarization of Police: The police force is heavily militarized, with access to advanced weaponry and equipment. Law enforcement agencies have extensive powers, and their actions are often unchecked.Restrictions on Movement: Citizens may face limitations on their ability to travel freely both domestically and internationally. Checkpoints and roadblocks can be common, and travel permits may be required.Secret Police: A secret police force is often established to monitor and infiltrate perceived threats to the government. These agencies operate covertly and are not subject to normal legal oversight.Suppression of Civil Liberties: Fundamental civil liberties, such as the right to privacy, due process, and protection from arbitrary arrest, may be eroded or suspended.Propaganda and State-Controlled Media: The government controls or heavily influences media outlets, disseminating propaganda that promotes its agenda and suppresses dissenting views.Informants and Citizen Spying: Citizens are encouraged or coerced into reporting on the activities of their neighbors, colleagues, and even family members. Fear of being reported leads to a culture of self-censorship.Limited Access to Information: Access to information is tightly controlled, with censorship of books, websites, and social media platforms. Independent information sources are often blocked.Arbitrary Detention and Torture: People can be detained without due process for extended periods. Torture and mistreatment of detainees may occur in secret detention facilities.Manipulation of Elections: Elections may exist, but they are often manipulated to maintain the ruling party's control. Opposition candidates may be disqualified or face intimidation.Limited Freedom of Assembly: Protests and gatherings are heavily regulated or prohibited. Demonstrators risk arrest, violence, or even deadly force from security forces.Cult of Personality: The leader or ruling party is often glorified and portrayed as infallible. Dissent against the leader is equated with disloyalty to the state.As the crackdown on alleged gang members continues by the government of El Salvador, the slide into a police seems inevitable. In this episode, we continue to hear how the crackdown is being used as a means of revenge and how many innocent people have been been arrested and never heard from again.(commercial at at 16:25)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:El Salvador: The hell of the innocent sent to prison on an anonymous phone call (msn.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
If all my beliefs are correct, could I still be prejudiced?Philosophers have spent a lot of time thinking about knowledge. But their efforts have focussed on only certain questions. What makes it such that a person knows something? What styles of inquiry deliver knowledge?Jessie Munton is a philosopher at the University of Cambridge. She is one of several people broadening the scope of epistemology to ask: what sort of things do we (and should we) inquire about and how should we arrange our beliefs once we have them?Her lens on this is in terms of salience structures. These describe the features and beliefs that an individual is likely to pay attention to in a situation. They are networks that depend on the physical, social, and mental worlds. In a supermarket aisle, what is salient to me depends both on how products are arranged and my food preferences. Very central nodes in my salience structure (for example this podcast) might be awkwardly linked to many things (multigrain rice ... multiverses).This is a rare and wonderful thing. Philosophy that is at once interesting and useful.Links Jessie's home page: https://jessiemunton.wixsite.com/philosophy Jessie on X: https://twitter.com/alabalawhiskey Multiverses home: https://multiverses.xyzChapters(04:20) Welcome and Introduction to the Discussion(04:53) Exploring the Essence of Epistemology(06:31) Expanding the Boundaries of Traditional Epistemology(10:50) Understanding vs. Knowledge: Diving Deeper into Epistemology(12:42) The Role of Evidence and Justification in Beliefs(23:59) Salience Structures: A New Perspective on Information Processing(34:22) Applying Network Science to Understand Salience Structures(43:41) Exploring Social Salience Structures and the Impact of Cities(48:15) Exploring the Complexity of Attention and Salience(48:30) The Challenge of Modeling Attention Mathematically(48:57) Linking Attention to Real-world Outcomes(50:01) Differentiating Causes of Attention and Their Impacts(50:53) The Role of Individual and Social Responsibility in Shaping Attention(52:19) Influence of Media and Technology on Salience Structures(55:44) The Potential of Augmented Reality and Large Language Models(00:47) The Personalization Dilemma of Search Engines and Social Media(01:05:38) Exploring the Ethical and Practical Implications of Information Access(01:22:53) Concluding Thoughts on Salience and Information Consumption
A police state is characterized by a government or authority that exercises an unusually high degree of control and surveillance over its citizens, often at the expense of their civil liberties and individual freedoms. Here's a summary of what a police state might look like:Authoritarian Rule: In a police state, power is concentrated in the hands of a central authority, typically a dictator or a small group of individuals. The government wields significant control over all aspects of society.Mass Surveillance: Extensive surveillance mechanisms are in place to monitor citizens' activities. This includes the widespread use of security cameras, wiretaps, and data collection programs, often justified in the name of national security.Limited Freedom of Speech and Expression: Freedom of speech and expression are heavily restricted. Critical opinions of the government or its policies can lead to censorship, punishment, or imprisonment. Independent media outlets are often silenced or controlled by the state.Political Repression: Opposition parties and political dissent are suppressed. Opposition leaders, activists, and journalists may face arrest, harassment, or even disappearance.Militarization of Police: The police force is heavily militarized, with access to advanced weaponry and equipment. Law enforcement agencies have extensive powers, and their actions are often unchecked.Restrictions on Movement: Citizens may face limitations on their ability to travel freely both domestically and internationally. Checkpoints and roadblocks can be common, and travel permits may be required.Secret Police: A secret police force is often established to monitor and infiltrate perceived threats to the government. These agencies operate covertly and are not subject to normal legal oversight.Suppression of Civil Liberties: Fundamental civil liberties, such as the right to privacy, due process, and protection from arbitrary arrest, may be eroded or suspended.Propaganda and State-Controlled Media: The government controls or heavily influences media outlets, disseminating propaganda that promotes its agenda and suppresses dissenting views.Informants and Citizen Spying: Citizens are encouraged or coerced into reporting on the activities of their neighbors, colleagues, and even family members. Fear of being reported leads to a culture of self-censorship.Limited Access to Information: Access to information is tightly controlled, with censorship of books, websites, and social media platforms. Independent information sources are often blocked.Arbitrary Detention and Torture: People can be detained without due process for extended periods. Torture and mistreatment of detainees may occur in secret detention facilities.Manipulation of Elections: Elections may exist, but they are often manipulated to maintain the ruling party's control. Opposition candidates may be disqualified or face intimidation.Limited Freedom of Assembly: Protests and gatherings are heavily regulated or prohibited. Demonstrators risk arrest, violence, or even deadly force from security forces.Cult of Personality: The leader or ruling party is often glorified and portrayed as infallible. Dissent against the leader is equated with disloyalty to the state.As the crackdown on alleged gang members continues by the government of El Salvador, the slide into a police seems inevitable. In this episode, we continue to hear how the crackdown is being used as a means of revenge and how many innocent people have been been arrested and never heard from again.(commercial at at 16:25)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:El Salvador: The hell of the innocent sent to prison on an anonymous phone call (msn.com)
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The Internet: Revolutionizing Communication, Information Access, and Connectivity The advent of the internet is arguably one of the most significant technological advancements in human history. It has transformed the way we communicate, access information, and connect with the world. From its humble beginnings as a research project to its current ubiquitous presence in our lives, the internet has revolutionized nearly every aspect of modern society. https://reinventers.com/the-internet-revolutionizing-communication-information-access-and-connectivity/ When homelessness and mental illness overlap, is forced treatment compassionate? Many of Portland's least fortunate live in tents pitched on sidewalks or in aging campers parked in small convoys behind grocery stores. High housing... View Article
In this eye-opening episode of the Zen Brain Podcast, hosts Michael and Alice delve into the modern-day psychedelic renaissance and the pivotal role that chatbots can play in navigating this vibrant yet complex realm. The duo explores the concept of creating a centralized, curated hub of verified information on various psychedelic substances and therapies, all accessible through a chatbot. MindSyncAssist.com The discussion kicks off with an acknowledgment of the explosion of information surrounding psychedelics in recent years. While this surge reflects growing interest and acceptance, it also presents a challenge—sifting through a sea of data to find reliable, accurate information. Enter the chatbot, a digital tool poised to serve as a psychedelic librarian, offering instant access to verified insights. Michael and Alice envision a world where anyone, anywhere, can interact with a chatbot to learn about the effects of Ayahuasca, the latest research on MDMA, the legal status of psilocybin, or the therapeutic potential of LSD. This digital librarian doesn't just provide facts; it can also connect individuals to personal experiences, legal guidelines, and therapeutic resources. The hosts highlight the game-changing potential of this approach to dismantle stigma and enhance accessibility. By providing a trustworthy, easy-to-navigate source of information, chatbots can play a crucial role in educating the public, promoting safe practices, and supporting the responsible exploration of psychedelics. Towards the end, an invitation extends to the curious minds: a chance for a personalized consultation to further explore this innovative idea. The goal? To cultivate a more informed and open discourse around psychedelics, one chatbot interaction at a time. Tune in to this episode of the Zen Brain Podcast to journey into the frontier of psychedelic education, and discover how chatbots could become the go-to guides in this exciting new age of discovery. #PsychedelicInfoHub #ZenBrainPodcast #ChatbotEducation Dive deep into the sea of psychedelic knowledge with the guidance of digital librarians. The future of psychedelic education is here, and it's as accessible as a chat away.
It's an exciting time for braille as we approach the 200th birthday of the braille code, and the International Council on English Braille will be celebrating in style this year with its eighth General Assembly, the theme of which is "Two Centuries of Braille". It will take place from Saturday 25 May to Thursday 30 May at The Grand Millennium Hotel Auckland, 71 Mayoral Drive, Corner Vincent Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand. But what is the International Council on English Braille, what is the purpose of its General Assembly, and how can we get involved? James Bowden, Braille Technical Officer at RNIB, Chair of the Braille Coding Group of the UK Association for Accessible Formats, Chair of ICEB's Braille Technology Committee, and UK representative on the ICEB Executive and Code Maintenance Committees, tells us more. Join the iceb-announce group on groups.io by sending a blank email to iceb-announce+subscribe@groups.io The Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities is holding its Annual Conference the week before the ICEB General Assembly. It will be taking place at Novotel Perth Langley, 221 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, and early bird registration is open until 29 February 2024. The conference theme is Information Equity: Empowerment through Technology, Advocacy and Collaboration. The Annual Meeting of the Australian Braille Authority will be held on Saturday 18 May, followed immediately by the Round Table Conference from Sunday 19 May to Tuesday 21 May. Chantelle Griffiths, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at New Zealand's Tactile and Technology Literacy Centre and good friend of the Braillists Foundation, tells us more.
A police state is characterized by a government or authority that exercises an unusually high degree of control and surveillance over its citizens, often at the expense of their civil liberties and individual freedoms. Here's a summary of what a police state might look like:Authoritarian Rule: In a police state, power is concentrated in the hands of a central authority, typically a dictator or a small group of individuals. The government wields significant control over all aspects of society.Mass Surveillance: Extensive surveillance mechanisms are in place to monitor citizens' activities. This includes the widespread use of security cameras, wiretaps, and data collection programs, often justified in the name of national security.Limited Freedom of Speech and Expression: Freedom of speech and expression are heavily restricted. Critical opinions of the government or its policies can lead to censorship, punishment, or imprisonment. Independent media outlets are often silenced or controlled by the state.Political Repression: Opposition parties and political dissent are suppressed. Opposition leaders, activists, and journalists may face arrest, harassment, or even disappearance.Militarization of Police: The police force is heavily militarized, with access to advanced weaponry and equipment. Law enforcement agencies have extensive powers, and their actions are often unchecked.Restrictions on Movement: Citizens may face limitations on their ability to travel freely both domestically and internationally. Checkpoints and roadblocks can be common, and travel permits may be required.Secret Police: A secret police force is often established to monitor and infiltrate perceived threats to the government. These agencies operate covertly and are not subject to normal legal oversight.Suppression of Civil Liberties: Fundamental civil liberties, such as the right to privacy, due process, and protection from arbitrary arrest, may be eroded or suspended.Propaganda and State-Controlled Media: The government controls or heavily influences media outlets, disseminating propaganda that promotes its agenda and suppresses dissenting views.Informants and Citizen Spying: Citizens are encouraged or coerced into reporting on the activities of their neighbors, colleagues, and even family members. Fear of being reported leads to a culture of self-censorship.Limited Access to Information: Access to information is tightly controlled, with censorship of books, websites, and social media platforms. Independent information sources are often blocked.Arbitrary Detention and Torture: People can be detained without due process for extended periods. Torture and mistreatment of detainees may occur in secret detention facilities.Manipulation of Elections: Elections may exist, but they are often manipulated to maintain the ruling party's control. Opposition candidates may be disqualified or face intimidation.Limited Freedom of Assembly: Protests and gatherings are heavily regulated or prohibited. Demonstrators risk arrest, violence, or even deadly force from security forces.Cult of Personality: The leader or ruling party is often glorified and portrayed as infallible. Dissent against the leader is equated with disloyalty to the state.As the crackdown on alleged gang members continues by the government of El Salvador, the slide into a police seems inevitable. In this episode, we continue to hear how the crackdown is being used as a means of revenge and how many innocent people have been been arrested and never heard from again.(commercial at at 16:25)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:El Salvador: The hell of the innocent sent to prison on an anonymous phone call (msn.com)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5080327/advertisement
A police state is characterized by a government or authority that exercises an unusually high degree of control and surveillance over its citizens, often at the expense of their civil liberties and individual freedoms. Here's a summary of what a police state might look like:Authoritarian Rule: In a police state, power is concentrated in the hands of a central authority, typically a dictator or a small group of individuals. The government wields significant control over all aspects of society.Mass Surveillance: Extensive surveillance mechanisms are in place to monitor citizens' activities. This includes the widespread use of security cameras, wiretaps, and data collection programs, often justified in the name of national security.Limited Freedom of Speech and Expression: Freedom of speech and expression are heavily restricted. Critical opinions of the government or its policies can lead to censorship, punishment, or imprisonment. Independent media outlets are often silenced or controlled by the state.Political Repression: Opposition parties and political dissent are suppressed. Opposition leaders, activists, and journalists may face arrest, harassment, or even disappearance.Militarization of Police: The police force is heavily militarized, with access to advanced weaponry and equipment. Law enforcement agencies have extensive powers, and their actions are often unchecked.Restrictions on Movement: Citizens may face limitations on their ability to travel freely both domestically and internationally. Checkpoints and roadblocks can be common, and travel permits may be required.Secret Police: A secret police force is often established to monitor and infiltrate perceived threats to the government. These agencies operate covertly and are not subject to normal legal oversight.Suppression of Civil Liberties: Fundamental civil liberties, such as the right to privacy, due process, and protection from arbitrary arrest, may be eroded or suspended.Propaganda and State-Controlled Media: The government controls or heavily influences media outlets, disseminating propaganda that promotes its agenda and suppresses dissenting views.Informants and Citizen Spying: Citizens are encouraged or coerced into reporting on the activities of their neighbors, colleagues, and even family members. Fear of being reported leads to a culture of self-censorship.Limited Access to Information: Access to information is tightly controlled, with censorship of books, websites, and social media platforms. Independent information sources are often blocked.Arbitrary Detention and Torture: People can be detained without due process for extended periods. Torture and mistreatment of detainees may occur in secret detention facilities.Manipulation of Elections: Elections may exist, but they are often manipulated to maintain the ruling party's control. Opposition candidates may be disqualified or face intimidation.Limited Freedom of Assembly: Protests and gatherings are heavily regulated or prohibited. Demonstrators risk arrest, violence, or even deadly force from security forces.Cult of Personality: The leader or ruling party is often glorified and portrayed as infallible. Dissent against the leader is equated with disloyalty to the state.As the crackdown on alleged gang members continues by the government of El Salvador, the slide into a police seems inevitable. In this episode, we continue to hear how the crackdown is being used as a means of revenge and how many innocent people have been been arrested and never heard from again. (commercial at at 16:25)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:El Salvador: The hell of the innocent sent to prison on an anonymous phone call (msn.com)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5080327/advertisement
A police state is characterized by a government or authority that exercises an unusually high degree of control and surveillance over its citizens, often at the expense of their civil liberties and individual freedoms. Here's a summary of what a police state might look like:Authoritarian Rule: In a police state, power is concentrated in the hands of a central authority, typically a dictator or a small group of individuals. The government wields significant control over all aspects of society.Mass Surveillance: Extensive surveillance mechanisms are in place to monitor citizens' activities. This includes the widespread use of security cameras, wiretaps, and data collection programs, often justified in the name of national security.Limited Freedom of Speech and Expression: Freedom of speech and expression are heavily restricted. Critical opinions of the government or its policies can lead to censorship, punishment, or imprisonment. Independent media outlets are often silenced or controlled by the state.Political Repression: Opposition parties and political dissent are suppressed. Opposition leaders, activists, and journalists may face arrest, harassment, or even disappearance.Militarization of Police: The police force is heavily militarized, with access to advanced weaponry and equipment. Law enforcement agencies have extensive powers, and their actions are often unchecked.Restrictions on Movement: Citizens may face limitations on their ability to travel freely both domestically and internationally. Checkpoints and roadblocks can be common, and travel permits may be required.Secret Police: A secret police force is often established to monitor and infiltrate perceived threats to the government. These agencies operate covertly and are not subject to normal legal oversight.Suppression of Civil Liberties: Fundamental civil liberties, such as the right to privacy, due process, and protection from arbitrary arrest, may be eroded or suspended.Propaganda and State-Controlled Media: The government controls or heavily influences media outlets, disseminating propaganda that promotes its agenda and suppresses dissenting views.Informants and Citizen Spying: Citizens are encouraged or coerced into reporting on the activities of their neighbors, colleagues, and even family members. Fear of being reported leads to a culture of self-censorship.Limited Access to Information: Access to information is tightly controlled, with censorship of books, websites, and social media platforms. Independent information sources are often blocked.Arbitrary Detention and Torture: People can be detained without due process for extended periods. Torture and mistreatment of detainees may occur in secret detention facilities.Manipulation of Elections: Elections may exist, but they are often manipulated to maintain the ruling party's control. Opposition candidates may be disqualified or face intimidation.Limited Freedom of Assembly: Protests and gatherings are heavily regulated or prohibited. Demonstrators risk arrest, violence, or even deadly force from security forces.Cult of Personality: The leader or ruling party is often glorified and portrayed as infallible. Dissent against the leader is equated with disloyalty to the state.As the crackdown on alleged gang members continues by the government of El Salvador, the slide into a police seems inevitable. In this episode, we continue to hear how the crackdown is being used as a means of revenge and how many innocent people have been been arrested and never heard from again. (commercial at at 16:25)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:El Salvador: The hell of the innocent sent to prison on an anonymous phone call (msn.com)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5003294/advertisement
This week's guest is Sonali Marathe, president of the Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability. She speaks with John Simpson about the organisation, some of its recent and current work and her hopes for the future of alternate and accessible format production.
Matt and Garrett take the opportunity today to shine a spotlight on a strategic gem shared by Kevin McCarthy, a prominent agent from the greater Austin, Texas area. Kevin's ingenious use of QR codes on real estate signs allows potential buyers to effortlessly access detailed information about listings, and in this episode our hosts emphasize the significance of this approach, noting how simplicity and accessibility can create a profound impact in the real estate landscape. As Matt and Garrett navigate the nuances of the QR code strategy, they uncover a world of possibilities that go beyond the initial concept. From fostering genuine connections with clients to customizing experiences and removing roadblocks, they offer a comprehensive exploration of how easy access to information can revolutionize your real estate business. You owe it to yourself to tune into this relatively short, but immensely impactful, episode as they uncover the potential of QR codes and redefine what it means to provide accessible information in the realm of real estate. You also owe it to yourself to join the community of approximately 13,000 Ninjas who collaborate, ask and answer questions, network, and more in the Ninja Selling Podcast group on Facebook at Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook. Leave a voicemail at 208-MY-NINJA if you'd like to offer more direct feedback. Be sure to check out Ninja Selling Events for upcoming installations and other events, and if you'd like personalized help in achieving your goals, visit Ninja Coaching to connect with one of our fantastic coaches. Episode Highlights: The QR Code strategy Information accessibility Novelty as value add Relationship building Customized experiences Avoiding roadblocks The ripple effect Quotes: "If you're making information that easy up front, they will look to you for more information. 100%." "Make it easy on people. Make it easy for everybody to see this thing." "The best thing about having information easy to access is all the neighbors are going to go scan that, and then they're going to see how you present a listing versus just seeing your sign." "Don't put a wall. Like you definitely don't want somebody hitting your QR code and then being like, oh, now I got to log in." "Make it easy on people. Make it easy for everybody to see this thing." "The QR code is a novelty thing. Making information easy for people to access is something that will set you apart from every realtor out there." "Novelty stands for anything special, unique, or different that makes you stand out from the rest." "The concept of making information accessible really resonates, as it simplifies the process and adds convenience for clients." "This simple QR code strategy extends beyond just property information. It opens the door to showcasing your expertise, sharing resources, and providing additional value that can lead to more opportunities." Links: www.TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Email us at TSW@TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Leave a voicemail at (208) MY-NINJA Ninja Selling www.NinjaSelling.com @ninjasellingofficial Ninja Coaching: www.NinjaCoaching.com @ninja.coaching Ninja Events www.NinjaSelling.com/Events Garrett garrett@ninjacoaching.com @ninjaredding Matt matt@ninjacoaching.com @matthewjbonelli The Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook Group Ninja Coaching Book Study
This week, the first in a two-part interview with Damo McMorrow, Access Technology Manager with Vision Australia. Damo recently presented to the Round Table on Information Access for people with a Print Disability, on emerging technologies. He joins us to discuss wearable technology this week, how it can be useful and what we need to consider when making a choice. The second part of our extended conversation will be featured in next week's program. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
(SEALING ORDER) (CERTAIN INFORMATION NOT AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC) A journalist with the CBC made an application under the Act for disclosure of the mandate letters addressed from the Premier of Ontario to each minister setting out's the Premier's policy priorities for the minister's mandate. The Cabinet Office opposed the disclosure on the basis of s. 12(1) of the Act, the introductory language of which provides that a government head shall refuse to disclose a record where the disclosure would reveal the substance of deliberations of the Executive Council or its committees. In Order PO-3973, the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario ordered disclosure of the mandate letters to the CBC. He determined that a record not listed at subparagraphs (a) to (f) will qualify under the opening words of s. 12(1) if the context or other information would permit accurate inferences to be drawn as to actual Cabinet deliberations at a specific Cabinet meeting. The words do not encompass the outcome of the deliberative process, such as policy choices. The Commissioner found that Cabinet Office must provide sufficient evidence to establish a linkage between the content of the record and the actual substance of Cabinet deliberations, and concluded that neither the content and context of the letters nor the evidence and representations of Cabinet Office met the test under section 12(1). The Ontario Superior Court of Justice dismissed the appellant's application for judicial review and the Court of Appeal for Ontario dismissed the appeal, with Lauwers J.A. dissenting. Argued Date 2023-04-18 Keywords Access to information - Exemptions, Mandate, Legislation, Interpretation - Access to Information – Access to records – Exemptions – Cabinet records – Mandate letters – Legislation – Interpretation – Whether confidential communications in respect of policy initiatives and development, prepared by the Premier of Ontario for his Cabinet ministers, are protected by the Cabinet records exemption – Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. F. 31, s. 12(1). Notes (Ontario) (Civil) (By Leave) (Sealing order) (Certain information not available to the public) Disclaimers This podcast is created as a public service to promote public access and awareness of the workings of Canada's highest court. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Court. The original version of this hearing may be found on the Supreme Court of Canada's website. The above case summary was prepared by the Office of the Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada (Law Branch).
This week, we celebrate the achievements of Kathy Riessen who was awarded the preseigious "Lifetime Achievement Award" from the Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability. Kathy has had a long career as a Braille Transcriber in South Australia. She discusses the changes to the production of Braille in her lifetime and the importance of Braille to those who rely on it for school, work and leisure. We hear about the award and some of its past recipients. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Data science is relevant now because of the large amounts being generated by smart phones, tablets and computers. With all the information out there, who has access to it? UC San Diego professor Brad Voytek discusses how data scientists are using the huge amounts of structured and unstructured data available to them and how that research is changing the world around us. Voytek also dives into how data is being used to bridge the gap in neuroscience and helping understand how the brain works. Series: "Data Science Channel" [Science] [Show ID: 37837]
Data science is relevant now because of the large amounts being generated by smart phones, tablets and computers. With all the information out there, who has access to it? UC San Diego professor Brad Voytek discusses how data scientists are using the huge amounts of structured and unstructured data available to them and how that research is changing the world around us. Voytek also dives into how data is being used to bridge the gap in neuroscience and helping understand how the brain works. Series: "Data Science Channel" [Science] [Show ID: 37837]
Data science is relevant now because of the large amounts being generated by smart phones, tablets and computers. With all the information out there, who has access to it? UC San Diego professor Brad Voytek discusses how data scientists are using the huge amounts of structured and unstructured data available to them and how that research is changing the world around us. Voytek also dives into how data is being used to bridge the gap in neuroscience and helping understand how the brain works. Series: "Data Science Channel" [Science] [Show ID: 37837]
Data science is relevant now because of the large amounts being generated by smart phones, tablets and computers. With all the information out there, who has access to it? UC San Diego professor Brad Voytek discusses how data scientists are using the huge amounts of structured and unstructured data available to them and how that research is changing the world around us. Voytek also dives into how data is being used to bridge the gap in neuroscience and helping understand how the brain works. Series: "Data Science Channel" [Science] [Show ID: 37837]
durée : 01:59:04 - Les Matins - par : Guillaume Erner - Avec les progressions de l'intelligence artificielle, c'est toute l'économie de l'emploi et les compétences humaines qui sont amenées à être remises en question. Va-t-on pour autant vers un monde sans travail ? - invités : Daniel Susskind Economiste et chercheur britannique à l'Université d'Oxford, spécialiste du monde du travail ; Laure Soulier Maîtresse de conférences à Sorbonne Université au sein de l'équipe « Machine Learning and Information Access » de l'Institut des Systèmes Intelligents et de Robotique.
This week we're joined by Jessica Sylvia to talk about prisons as places of censorship, parole boards, and archival priorities for stories from the inside. https://twitter.com/Abolition_Jess Media Mentioned https://pen.org/prison-book-bans-protect-mass-incarceration/ https://scalawagmagazine.org/press-in-prison/ https://www.sup.org/books/title/?id=16574 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prison_Litigation_Reform_Act https://daily.jstor.org/far-from-folsom-prison-more-to-music-inside/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prison_Rape_Elimination_Act_of_2003 https://www.studyandstruggle.com/critical-conversations https://www.empowermentave.com/
Sam Fahmy, CEO at Ripcord, discusses innovations that changing the game in information access and analysis. Ripcord uses robotics and deep machine learning to digitize, organize, and make your data accessible and searchable to accelerate your organizational performance. Host, Kevin Craine
In this and the following episode, we will be talking about artificial intelligence and its impact on democracy. In this episode, we will start by discussing AI's role in elections and its impact on people's informational autonomy.
Today we have the pleasure of talking with Sharee Collier. Sharee is a 9 year RV life vet, who combines running a remote RV lifestyle business with seasonal jobs and project management. She the bestselling author of Live Camp Work: A Beginner's Guide to Workamping- book 1 in a series that details how to grab seasonal jobs so you can travel now for super cheap! Sharee is known for her creativity and willingness to step out-side-the-box as you'll see in this episode, and enjoys planning digital and in-person events. She hosts multiple Virtual Summits throughout the year, including Rethinking Remote, The RV Family Summit, Ready to Renovate | RV renovation Summit, #VanLife Virtual Summit just to name a few. In this episode we talk about: How the Colliers started off in the RV lifestyle and Sharee's experience with the Amazon Camper Force How that experience led them to clearly define the types of work they wanted to do and ultimately carve out positions for themselves at RV resorts for 3 to 5 months at a time How Sharee originally blogged about their family's experiences until she realized folks outside the family were actually paying attention and that freaked her out - so she started to blog about the adventures and the experiences of their work camping jobs. Then along with over 500 volunteer editors from the RV community she wrote a book in less than five months detailing seasonal jobs for RVers And finally we get into how the book launched her into virtual summits and how her latest summit, the second RV Family Summit, co-hosted with Fulltime Families, is a hybrid virtual and in person event - with THREE locations! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ How to connect with Sharee: Website: https://www.livecampwork.com Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/sharee.collier Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharee.collier Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livecampwork Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LiveCampWork/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharee-collier/ CHECK OUT THE RV FAMILY VIRTUAL SUMMIT: https://rv-family.heysummit.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to join the RVE community on Facebook: therventrepreneur.com/facebookgroup Connect with RVE on your favorite socials: therventrepreneur.com/connect Have a question? We'd love to hear from you - send us a voicemail by clicking here: therventrepreneur.com/voicemail Want to be a guest on the show? Fill out this guest form: https://therventrepreneur.com/guestform ~~~~~~~~~~~~ The RV Entrepreneur: www.therventrepreneur.com The RV Entrepreneur is presented by RV LIFE - Tools that Make Camping Simple www.rvlife.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rve/message
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Holly L. Wolcott is the City Clerk and has worked for the City of Los Angeles for almost 33 years. She lead the effort to develop the City Clerk's first Strategic 5-Year Plan, supervises the City's Municipal, Special, and Neighborhood Council elections, serves as clerk for all City Council proceedings, provides administrative, fiscal and personnel services to the Mayor and City Council, manages the City's Business Improvement District (BID) program, administers the Neighborhood Council finances and maintains the City's records management services and official archives. In this podcast, she talks about:Why its important to provide information access to its multi-lingual residents?Challenges faced. How city over comes these challenges. LinkedIn: Holly Wolcott, City Clerk | City of Los Angeles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-wolcott-09773757/
Kurt Thies, Vice President, Product Evangelist at Access, discusses how improved access to information drives digital transformation. Access is one of the fastest growing information management providers today. Kurt is an expert in records and information management, and solutions to help optimize the access and use of information in ways that make a difference. Host, Kevin Craine
Jodi Lincoln is a co-chair for Book 'Em in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and one of the co-authors of a recent research study, Systemic Oppression and the Contested Ground of Information Access for Incarcerated People. Jodi talks about what's involved in sending reading materials to prisons, building rapport with incarcerated readers through letters and controversial questions about sexually explicit content. Restricted Reading was reported and produced by Stephanie Marudas of Kouvenda Media, with editorial assistance from Emily Previti and mixed by Brad Linder. Sponsorship for the series comes from the Freedom to Read Foundation along with support from the ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom. Connect with us @KouvendaMedia on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook. Kouvenda Media is an independently owned production house dedicated to creating in-depth podcasts that are thoughtful, engaging and informed by deep research and reporting, data analysis, extensive conversations and personal narratives. To learn more about our work, find us online at https://www.kouvendamedia.com/.
Michelle Dillon, volunteer and board member for Books to Prisoners Seattle, is one of the co-authors of a recent research study, Systemic Oppression and the Contested Ground of Information Access for Incarcerated People. Michelle discusses her attempts to compile banned books lists from prisons nationwide and censorship patterns around materials by authors of color and issues affecting communities of color. Restricted Reading was reported and produced by Stephanie Marudas of Kouvenda Media, with editorial assistance from Emily Previti and mixed by Brad Linder. Sponsorship for the series comes from the Freedom to Read Foundation along with support from the ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom. Connect with us @KouvendaMedia on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook. Kouvenda Media is an independently owned production house dedicated to creating in-depth podcasts that are thoughtful, engaging and informed by deep research and reporting, data analysis, extensive conversations and personal narratives. To learn more about our work, find us online at https://www.kouvendamedia.com/.
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~~411 from the IAC – Part 2: Rehabilitation, providing remote services: Attendees heard from two rehabilitation professionals about what providing rehabilitation services virtually has been like. ♠ Megan Conway from the Helen Keller National Center ♠David Kingsbury from the Carroll Center for the Blind Discussed providing rehabilitation services virtually, what accessibility challenges they faced and how they worked through them to continue serving their clients. They then began a conversation about remote support-based services. Many continue to work from home and they gave some opinions on the leading products in this space and some tips and tricks when working with each of these products. They discussed Apple, Microsoft, AIRA and more during this part of the 411 presentations. In addition, Judy Dixon made a brief presentation about a new technology found on the latest iPhones. Is this truly the thing to have for your iPhone? Attendees learned how this technology can be put to use in your environment to help follow people in a line, learn about a new space, and locate large objects. Presenters: ♠ Megan A. Conway, PhD, Research and Accessibility Specialist, Helen Keller National Center, Healdsburg, CA ♠ David Kingsbury, Assistive Technology Instructor at the Carroll Center, Stoughton, MA ♠ Judy Dixon, Co-chair of the IAC, Arlington, VA ♠ Ray Campbell, Second Vice President of ACB, Glen Ellyn, IL Co-sponsored by: Information Access committee and Rehabilitation Issues Task Force Recorded during the 2021 ACB National Convention on July 17~~
Part II of the feature presentation from the Round Table on Information Access for people with a print disability, features in this week's programme. Emma Bennison updates us on what's happening currently, as well as more presentations from BCA members about the importance of AD in their lives. Also, some notes of upcoming events. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
In this week's programme we feature the first in a two-part series updating us on Audio Description on Australian television. Emma Bennison, CEO of Blind Citizens Australia, gave this presentation to the Round Table on Information Access for people with a Print Disability. You can check out their website at http://www.printdisability.org. Find out more at https://new-horizons.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Daniel Koroma, a Business Liaison Manager for Montgomery County, Maryland starts the show sharing his journey as a Sierra Leonean who emigrated and studied at the University of Maryland and Harvard University, developed an expertise in finance and banking before a career transition moved him into local and county government. Daniel talked about the Montgomery County Business approach and its deliberate focus on Access to Information & Access to Capital Daniel shared impressive stats on small business in the County - with over 1 in 3 residents foreign-born or immigrants to the US and 20% of that total being residents of African descent, the diaspora populations are a critical element of the high and growing rate of entrepreneurs contributing to the counties over a trillion-dollar economy and the rich cultural fabric of the state of Maryland. Daniel shared information about the Montgomery County business portal, an award-winning dynamic website that acts as a single entry point for government contracting, finance and funding opportunities, and other relevant training and resources. Daniel touched on the rise of women-owned businesses as a focus for Maryland, which tops the US for the largest number of women-owned businesses with 47% of all County businesses female-owned and 34% of science and biotech business led by women. Daniel acknowledged the realities of access to capital. He mentioned Maryland's tiered approach of microloans support via Life Asset & Latino Economic Development Center who can provide loans and technical assistance up to $250,0000. Daniel also talked about one on one counseling and training classes and technical assistance provided by the following organizations: Maryland Women's Business Center, SBDC, Montgomery County Chambers of Commerce, Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation, SCORE, and VITA. Daniel touched on the multi-faceted approach to addressing the business needs of county residents on any giving day, from liaising with chambers of commerce, citizen advisory boards and counseling business one on one on concerns or needed support with the ethos that he always meets entrepreneurs where they are. On the global front, he discussed the success of the legacy African Diaspora Marketplace and its role in connecting local businesses to the Continent and spoke about the genesis of IO Spaces, an entrepreneurship hub in Silver Spring. He rounds out the show by sharing his hopes for connecting diaspora resiliency, purchasing power, and telling and owning our own stories as key drivers to entrepreneurship growth and success. Daniel can be found at the Montgomery County Business Portal at BizPortal@montgomerycountymd.gov. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Please join the ACB Information Access Committee for a webinar with the U.S. Census Bureau on Wednesday, March 25, 8:00 – 9:30 pm, EDT (5:00 pm, PDT). We will be joined by Larry Carter, National Program Manager, U.S. Census Bureau. Larry will share with our members what information is required to complete the 2020 census; how to receive large print and braille census materials; and discuss the three different mediums that households may use to complete the 2020 census survey.
Who receives higher quality healthcare information – rural or urban? Megan Leimkuhler , UVA pre-medicine student and winner of the 2019 Rural Health Voice poster contest, joined RHV host Beth O'Connor to discuss how people access information about their health. View Ms. Leimkuhler's winning entry. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, follow the Virginia Rural Health Association on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
This is the 411 workshop which took place on Saturday July 1, 2017.
This week's guest is Ramona Mandy who was recently awarded the Tammy Axelson Lifetime Achievement Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Print Disability sector at the Roundtable (on Information Access for People with Print Disability, held in Perth. Ramona has a major commitment to the blindness sector, starting work in the community as a braille instructor, teaching adults how to access and use braille-related technology. She then worked for the global technology company Humanware as a blindness product specialist, assisting trainers to match people with the right technology. During this time, she served on the national executive for the Australian braille authority and chaired the Victorian sub-committee. She chats with Stella about her passion for all things braille and print access-related and about the legacy of print disability advocate and administrator Tammy Axelson. Also on the program Content maker Glen Morrow reports back on the presentations from the Roundtable Frances Keyland presents a reader recommended
Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Google and much more was discussed in the 411 workshop which was presented by the ACB Information Access Committee at the 2016 American Council of the Blind Conference and Convention.
The common denominator during this presentation is devices in our homes which feature Artificial intelligence. Jeff Bishop, Judy Dickson, Larry Gassman, and Peggy Carpenter from (IAC), the ACB Information Access Committee, will talk about Kitchen related devices, security devices, televisions, plus much more. You might be surprised about how many different AI devices are in homes across America. Presenter Contact Info Jeff Bishop: Jeff@JeffBishop.com Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com
The common denominator during this presentation is devices in our homes which feature Artificial intelligence. Jeff Bishop, Judy Dickson, Larry Gassman, and Peggy Carpenter from (IAC), the ACB Information Access Committee, will talk about Kitchen related devices, security devices, televisions, plus much more. You might be surprised about how many different AI devices are in homes across America. Presenter Contact Info Jeff Bishop: Jeff@JeffBishop.com Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com
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