The Accessibility Breakdown
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Podcast Overview
<p>Each week, we break down the three hottest topics in digital accessibility and celebrate all who “lead by accessibility.”</p>
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6/2/2026
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July 27, 2026
Episode 13 - Mean What You Say & Stoic Accessibility
<p>Special Guest: Nicolas Steenhout. In this episode, we dive into practical insights on web accessibility through the lens of Stoic principles, evaluate the effectiveness of carousels, and discuss the importance of genuine inclusion in accessibility efforts. Join us as we explore how mindsets and real-world challenges intersect with creating accessible digital experiences.</p>
July 17, 2026
Episode 12 - Let's Get Purple and Old Man PDF
<p>In this episode of <i>Accessibility Breakdown</i>, Mark Miller and Justin Stockton dig into three timely accessibility topics: online retail accessibility, CSUN’s new innovation track, and whether PDFs are finally on the way out.They start with an article by Claire McDonald, based on research from Nexer’s <i>The Hidden Journey</i> report, which highlights how online retail still creates major barriers for disabled shoppers. Mark and Justin discuss why these issues keep happening, how cart abandonment and loyalty intersect with accessibility, and why the problem often comes down to leadership, ongoing integration, and organizational maturity rather than a one-time audit.</p><p>Next, they shift to CSUN’s upcoming innovation track, a new initiative designed to give accessibility innovators a place to present ideas, get feedback, and connect with vendors and users. They explore how this could become a kind of incubator for assistive technology, and why CSUN continues to evolve as a hub for both established companies and new ideas.</p><p>Finally, they discuss an article asking whether we’re witnessing the slow death of the PDF. The conversation covers the limits of PDFs on mobile, the challenge of maintaining accessible PDFs at scale, and why HTML often provides a more flexible and user-friendly alternative. They also reflect on how PDFs became so entrenched in the first place and why many organizations are still trying to move away from them.</p>
June 29, 2026
Episode 11 - The Accessibility Giving Tree and Missing Pieces of the Big WCAG
<p>Unlock the hidden disconnect between AI, accessibility, and your website’s future—what you don’t know could be breaking your site’s potential and your search rankings.</p><ul><li>AI is reading websites in new ways</li><li>The accessibility tree matters for visibility</li><li>Poor accessibility can hurt reach and compliance</li><li>New standards like EN 17161 and WCAG 3 are changing the game</li><li>Learn how to future-proof your site in an AI-driven web</li></ul><p>The surprising truth about how AI really reads your website—it's not what you think—and why so many sites are breaking as a result. If you're a developer, designer, or business owner struggling with accessibility or SEO, this episode will transform your understanding of the web's future. Discover how the <i>accessibility tree</i> acts as the secret bridge for AI, and why neglecting it can leave your site invisible to search engines and AI bots alike.</p><p>Finally, we explore the future of web accessibility standards—why <i>EN 17161</i> might be the most future-proof framework you can adopt now—highlighting the importance of organizational process, issue registries, and proactive compliance. As WCAG 3 promises a more adaptable, person-centered model, learn how to integrate ongoing accessibility management into your workflows, so your website stays relevant—and visible—for years to come.</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.searchenginejournal.com/the-accessibility-tree-is-how-ai-agents-read-your-site-its-breaking/578171/" target="_blank"><b>The Accessibility Tree Is How AI Agents Read Your Site & It’s Breaking</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.searchenginejournal.com/author/slobodan/" target="_blank"><b>Slobodan Manic</b></a></p><p> </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/design-all-part-4-wcags-patient-partner-wilco-fiers-83roe" target="_blank"><b>Design for all, part 4: WCAG’s patient partner</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilcofiers/" target="_blank"><b>Wilco Fiers</b></a></p>
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<p>Each week, we break down the three hottest topics in digital accessibility and celebrate all who “lead by accessibility.”</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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