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Freedom Scientific FSCast

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272 episodes
Language
English
Explicit
No
Date created
2008/09/26
Latest episode
2026/09/30
Average duration
54 min.
Release period
33 days

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The official podcast of Freedom Scientific, leaders in assistive technology for blind people and those with low vision. Hosted by Glen Gordon, FSCast features news, interviews, and product demonstrations relating to Freedom Scientific products such as JAWS and ZoomText. FSCast is a great way to make the most of the products you have as well as learning about what's new and what's around the corner.

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September 2026 – Exciting Company News, Global Survey On Braille, And A Bit On Math And Student Life
2026/09/30
This month, we check in with Ryan Jones, Glen Gordon, and Sriram Ramathan to unpack some exciting changes here at Vispero. Then, we chat with Campbell Rutherford about student life at Harvard and practical applications of math. With Nicholas Hoekstra, we explore the Global Braille Survey. And finally, Elizabeth Whitaker previews upcoming training opportunities.
August 2026 – Meeting Campbell Rutherford, Backing Up JAWS Settings, And Making AI Agents Work For You
2026/08/26
This month, we meet Campbell Rutherford to hear about her passions for math, biology, and assistive technology. Then, Stephen Greeley guides us through exporting, syncing, and importing JAWS settings. Mohammed Laachir explains some useful agentic AI concepts, including skills. And Elizabeth Whitaker previews our upcoming training opportunities.
July 2026 – Introducing Sid Gaitonde, Catching Up With Brian Hartgen, and More AI Tips From Mohammed Laachir
2026/07/29
In this episode, we welcome Sid Gaitonde, Vispero's new CEO. Brian Hartgen shares the latest news from Hartgen Consultancy. Mohammed Laachir answers some of your questions about agentic AI. And Elizabeth Whitaker previews upcoming webinars from our Training Department.
June 2026 — Product Updates, Agentic AI, And the Corporate Side Of Accessibility
2026/06/24
On this episode, we briefly talk about the transition from FSCast to Vispero Connect. Then, we review our June product updates and introduce the new Cloud Settings Sync feature. Matt Ater shares a corporate perspective on accessibility and discusses accessible kiosks. Mohammed Laachir introduces AI agents and answers some of our beginner questions. And, of course, we highlight Vispero's participation in upcoming conventions and preview our July training events.
On guide dogs, education, and the value of relationships
2026/04/29
To mark International Guide Dog Day, Judy Redlich introduces her upcoming book and shares some exciting stories of professional growth and building relationships. We then head to Greece to meet Professor Panagiotis Antonopoulos, exploring his life, career, and perspectives on accessibility. Finally, we highlight our upcoming trainings and share how you can meet us at SightCity in Frankfurt.
Vispero's CSUN Recap, And a Glimpse Of What's Coming
2026/03/30
At this year's CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, Vispero made a few welcome announcements and unveiled a major new feature in development. Ryan Jones and Shaun Ryan give us the full scoop and answer our questions. We also get an early look at what's coming. Then, we  wrap up by chatting with Elizabeth Whitaker about CSUN and upcoming training opportunities.
Title II readiness, CSUN plans, And focusing On What Really Matters
2026/02/25
This month on FSCast: Elizabeth Whitaker previews Vispero's plans for CSUN, as well as our upcoming training opportunities; David Sloan explores key implications of ADA Title II for digital accessibility; Olga Espinola helps us to focus on some of the things that matter the most.
On reading, mentorship and Braille Advocacy
2026/01/28
This month on FSCast: ·       Olga Espinola shares her life story, where learning and mentorship go hand in hand. ·       Dave Williams discusses tactile Braille displays and explains some of the advantages of multiline Braille support in JAWS. ·       Elizabeth Whitaker introduces upcoming training opportunities from Vispero.
FSCast #265. On hosting a radio show, reading documents and developing your professional skills
2025/12/23
This month, Mitchell Smedley shares his experience hosting his own radio show and serving as president of a college radio station. Quin Gillespie introduces Paperback, a fully accessible ebook and document reader for Windows. Finally, Elizabeth Whitaker highlights upcoming training opportunities from Vispero.
Discovering an unfamiliar territory with Page Explorer, and a chat with Andrés felipe Pulgarín from Colombia
2025/11/26
On this episode, we discuss reading books and other documents on a Windows PC. Then, we chat with Andrés felipe Pulgarín, a musician and access technology enthusiast from Columbia. And finally, we use Page Explorer to discover an unfamiliar  web interface.
FSCast #263. Introducing the 2026 software updates, and a potential opportunity to start your own business
2025/10/30
In this episode, Ryan Jones introduces some of the exciting new features in our JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2026 updates. Elizabeth Whitaker walks you through creating your Vispero account so you can get the most out of our products, and she also shares a preview of upcoming Vispero training opportunities. Plus, Colleen Wunderlich from the Chicago Lighthouse tells us about a contest that could be your chance to turn your business idea into reality.
Enhancing Web Accessibility With JAWS Tools, And a Visit With Kristina Misiunaite
2025/09/30
This month on FSCast, we show you how to quickly enhance website accessibility using the latest tools in JAWS. Then, we chat with Kristina Misiunaite, a tax policy officer from the Netherlands, to discover why tax law is about more than just money. And finally, Elizabeth Whitaker joins us to preview upcoming webinars from our Training Department.
FSCast #261. An in-depth look at multiline Braille support in JAWS, and an AI user survey by the AFB
2025/08/27
Convention Special, And a Bit Of AI
2025/07/30
·       Why do blind people in the US attend annual conventions? ·       How can AI make web browsing more enjoyable? ·       What does it take to succeed in today's world? ·       What new learning opportunities are being offered by Vispero? The convention vibe continues on this special episode, as we hear from Ryan Jones, Glen Gordon, Mohammed Laachir, and Elizabeth Whitaker.
FSCast #259. Multiline Braille; visual tables; and a cruise in Antarctica
2025/06/25
On FSCast this month: •    Elisabeth Whitaker introduces Vispero's plans and events for the upcoming Summer conventions. •    Joseph LaFauci contributes a JAWS power tip of the month. •    Peter Tucic, Sile O'Modhrain and Matthew Horspool take us into the world of multiline Braille and visual tables. •    And Isabel Holdsworth shares her impressions from a cruise in Antarctica.

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4.6 out of 5
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Ashleigh Peach 2024/01/24
Latest Episode of FS Open Line: Appiacation mode?
I’m on Braum library still has the application is mode on Bruce forms. In other words, whenever you’re entering a form filled, at least in the new out...
★★★★★
TornadicFan229952 2018/06/09
Best podcast ever!
I love this podcast, now JAWS can leave me alone with alerts, and they won’t surprise me during while I am doing a word document. Keep up the great wo...
★★★★★
Google search Search 2017/10/30
Awesome
Podcasts like this are cool especially so that way you can keep up with the events of technology. When you talked about the windows 10 creators update...
★★★★★
DJ Hey 20 2011/10/06
Awesome podcast
Omg, this is one of the best podcasts ever! I love hearing Jonathan Mosen talk about all the technology from Freedom Scientific and what events are ha...
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