The Importance of User Testing with People with Disabilities
Join Natalie Garza and accessibility expert Natalie MacLees in the 19th episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast. In this episode, they discuss the vital practice of user testing, especially with people with disabilities. From defining user testing to its execution and why it’s indispensable, learn how involving disabled users can uncover specific issues that would […]
Accessibility Testing Tools: Browser Extensions
Join Natalie Garza and accessibility expert Natalie MacLees on the 18th episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast as they discuss various browser extensions that aid in digital accessibility testing. They provide a comprehensive overview of popular tools like the Web Developer extension, aXe by Deque, WAVE by WebAIM, and IBM’s Equal Access Accessibility Checker. The […]
“I Want My Website to Be Certified as Accessible,” And Why It Can’t Be!
Join hosts Natalie MacLees and Natalie Garza on the 17th episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast as they discuss the misconceptions about website accessibility certifications and why they don’t exist. Natalie Garza: Hello, everybody, and welcome to the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast. This is episode 17. I’m Natalie G, the host and mic MC. And with […]
Building Accessible Websites From Scratch Part Two for Agencies and Developers
In the 16th episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast, hosts Natalie Garza and accessibility expert Natalie MacLees discuss the importance of integrating web accessibility from the very start of the development process for developers and agencies. They tackle common misconceptions held by developers, the necessity of educating clients, and the legal implications of inaccessible websites. […]
Building Accessible Websites From Scratch Part One for Business Owners
Join Natalie MacLees and Natalie Garza on the 15th episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast as they discuss the importance of web accessibility for website owners. Learn why it’s crucial to consider accessibility from the beginning of a website project, the benefits of an accessible website, and practical tips on choosing the right tools and […]
Accessibility in Web Development Education
Join accessibility expert Natalie MacLees and novice Natalie G. in the 14th episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast as they discuss the significant gaps in web development courses regarding accessibility training. They also reflect on the current state of web development education and the misconceptions surrounding accessibility and provide recommendations for resources and training to […]
Acronyms, Numeronyms, and Keywords in Web Accessibility
Join Natalie and Natalie in the 13th episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast as they demystify the myriad of acronyms, numeronyms, and keywords you encounter in accessibility. Topics include WCAG, ARIA, live regions, and the importance of semantic HTML. The episode also touches on assistive technologies and accessibility laws like Section 508. Add to your […]
WCAGs Cousins – ATAG, UAAG, PDF/UA
Join Natalie and Natalie in the twelfth episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast as they explore the lesser-known cousins of WCAG: ATAG, UAAG, and PDF/UA. They discuss the importance of these guidelines for authoring tools, user agents, and PDFs and explore how implementing them can significantly enhance web accessibility. The episode also touches on the […]
Understanding Digital Assistive Technologies: Beyond Screen Readers
Join Natalie and Natalie for the eleventh episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast, where they delve into the realm of assistive technology, particularly in the digital world. They discuss various types of assistive technologies, including screen readers, screen magnifiers, braille displays, voice command software, and more. The episode also covers best practices for making websites […]
Accessibility Laws Roundup
Join Natalie and Natalie for the tenth episode of the AAArdvark Accessibility Podcast, where they discuss various accessibility laws around the world. Natalie Garza: Hello, everybody, and welcome to the AAAdvark Accessibility Podcast. My name is Natalie G. I’m an accessibility novice, and in today’s episode we have our guest Natalie MacLees: Natalie MacLees, accessibility […]
