European Accessibility Act: What It Means and Why It Matters
On the season premiere of HearSay, we were joined by Matthew Freeman, Director of EU Sales at AudioEye, and Susanna Laurin, Managing Director and Chair of Funka Foundation and a key player in the European Accessibility Act.Together, Matt and Susanna dive deep into the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and unpack:Who really needs to comply (spoiler: it’s not just EU-based companies)What digital products and services fall under the EAA (hint: it’s not just websites)Why the EAA is more than just a regulation but an opportunity to build a better, more accessible web for everyone.Matt and Susanna also provide practical steps and best practices to help your organization meet EAA requirements and embrace digital accessibility.HearSay is produced by Mike Barton, Sojin Rank, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.--View Transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-susanna-laurin--See how accessible your digital content is — scan your digital content with AudioEye’s free Website Accessibility Scanner. Or schedule a demo to see AudioEye in action.--Resources:European Accessibility Act: Ultimate Guide to ComplianceThe Cost of EAA Violations and Their Legal Consequences5 Steps Businesses Should Take Now to Meet Europe’s New Accessibility RulesHearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.
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ADA Title II and Government Readiness with Don Torrez
In the season finale of HearSay, we’re joined by Don Torrez, Director of Partnerships at CivicPlus, discussed the upcoming ADA Title II compliance deadline and how government municipalities are proactively preparing. Mike and Don also discussed best practices for enhancing accessibility and how the partnership between AudioEye and CivicPlus simplifies the whole process.—Below are links to the resources mentioned during the show:ADA fact sheet on new rule for website and mobile apps provided by state and local governments: https://www.ada.gov/resources/2024-03-08-web-rule/W3C’s WCAG Guidelines: https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/AudioEye’s ADA Compliance Checklist: https://www.audioeye.com/post/ada-reasonable-accommodation-checklist—View Transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-done-torrezHearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.
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Accessibility is More than Compliance with Jeff Kline
Jeff Kline, the former Manager of Accessibility Consulting, Compliance, and Strategic Programs at IBM and the author of Strategic IT Accessibility: Enabling the Organization, joined us on the latest episode of HearSay. He discussed how digital accessibility is so much more than compliance and the need for organizations to recommit to prioritizing accessibility. Jeff also discussed best practices for getting started with accessibility and helping C-Suite executives realize the benefits of making products and services more accessible.HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.–View transcript here: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-jeff-klineHearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.
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Why Accessibility is Never One and Done with Janina Sajka
Many businesses believe accessibility is a one-time fix — but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Janina Sajka, an active contributor at the W3C, Amazon, and the American Foundation for the Blind, explores common misconceptions around accessibility. She also discusses the importance of ongoing accessibility audits and how the new W3C Accessibility Maturity Model can help organizations better track their accessibility progress.HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.–View Transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-janina-sajkaHearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.
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2025 and the Future of Accessibility with Scott Trachtenberg
Scott Trachtenberg, CEO of ADA Site Compliance, shares his journey from the food delivery industry to becoming a key player in the digital accessibility industry. He shares how a demand letter sparked his passion for creating inclusive online spaces, the challenges of scaling accessibility, and the critical role litigation plays in driving progress in the accessibility space. Scott also shares his thoughts on the future of accessibility in 2025, including the impact of AI, automation, and new government regulations.HearSay is produced by Sojin Rank, Mike Barton, Mariella Paulino, and Missy Jensen. Edited by Alex Dorrier.–View transcript: https://aeurl.xyz/hearsay-podcast-with-scott-trachtenbergHearSay is a podcast focusing on the advocates, heroes, and leaders making the web more accessible. We’re interviewing these change makers to hear what they have to say, to set the record straight, and offer their perspectives on how we can all work to make the web accessible to all.
HearSay is an AudioEye video series that covers the legal and compliance landscape of digital accessibility. From evolving accessibility laws and compliance deadlines to recent accessibility lawsuits and practical guidance on meeting standards, each episode is designed to help teams stay informed, reduce legal risk, and create more accessible, compliant digital experiences.
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