The Accessibility Guy Podcast Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:58:02 -0700 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2630899 en-us © 2026 The Accessibility Guy Podcast yes a9d6f6a0-589f-567d-a391-ddcf22c9f880 Shawn Jordison episodic false Where accessibility meets real-world application.

Hosted by Shawn Jordison, digital accessibility consultant, trainer, and advocate, this show dives deep into the world of inclusive design, accessible technology, and the policies shaping our digital spaces. Each episode features candid conversations with experts, advocates, and everyday changemakers working to make documents, websites, videos, and software usable for everyone, including people with disabilities.

We explore accessibility from every angle:

Laws & Standards – Section 508, WCAG, ADA, AODA, Colorado HB21-1110, PDF/UA, and other regulations that shape compliance.

Practical Solutions – Tools, workflows, and strategies for creating accessible PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, and multimedia content.

Assistive Technology – How screen readers, captions, keyboard navigation, and other tools transform digital access.

Real-World Stories – Insights from educators, government officials, designers, developers, and advocates who are making a tangible impact.

Listeners can expect a mix of professional insights and practical takeaways. If you work in higher education, government, K–12 districts, nonprofits, or small business, you’ll find actionable advice that’s clear, simple, and ready to implement.

Every guest answers our signature questions, giving you a personal look at how accessibility impacts their work and life. From small victories to big systemic changes, you’ll hear stories that inspire action and highlight why accessibility matters—not just as a legal requirement, but as a human right.

Shawn’s own background spans years of helping organizations meet accessibility standards, remediate documents, train staff, and navigate complex legal requirements. Through this podcast, his mission is simple: make accessibility less overwhelming and more achievable for everyone.

Expect episodes that break down technical concepts without jargon, uncover creative problem-solving approaches, and share resources you can put to use right away.

What you’ll get from this podcast:

Clear, plain-language explanations of accessibility standards

Step-by-step tips for document and web accessibility

Interviews with leaders in the accessibility space

Stories from people directly impacted by accessibility barriers—and solutions that worked

Regular discussions on new laws, technology updates, and best practices

If you’re ready to learn, be inspired, and take concrete steps toward making your content, technology, and workplace accessible, this is your space.

Subscribe now to The Accessibility Guy Podcast, because accessibility is more than compliance. It’s about connection, equity, and building a world where everyone can participate fully.

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If you have followed my work for a while, you may be wondering why I am adding a podcast to the presentations, webinars, conference sessions, and technical training I already create.

The answer is simple: the accessibility community needs more opportunities for honest, practical conversations.

This video dives into all I hope we can achieve.

Register to be a guest: https://ads.theaccessibilityguy.com/

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If you have followed my work for a while, you may be wondering why I am adding a podcast to the presentations, webinars, conference sessions, and technical training I already create.

The answer is simple: the accessibility community needs more opportunities for honest, practical conversations.

This video dives into all I hope we can achieve.

Register to be a guest: https://ads.theaccessibilityguy.com/

]]> Shawn Jordison Buzzsprout-19691417 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0700 189 trailer false InDesign Accessibility with Colleen Gratzer InDesign Accessibility with Colleen Gratzer Learn how to build accessibility into your Adobe InDesign workflow before exporting to PDF.

In this episode, Shawn speaks with InDesign Accessibility Expert Colleen Gratzer, who explains how paragraph styles, heading structure, reading order, native tables, live text, color contrast, and tagged PDF export affect document accessibility. 

They also discuss common InDesign mistakes, where automation falls short, and why designers should consider accessibility from the start instead of treating it as a final fix.

Topics include:

  • Setting up paragraph and character styles
  • Managing reading order in InDesign
  • Creating accessible headings and tables
  • Exporting a properly tagged PDF
  • Reviewing and correcting the final PDF
  • Using automation without relying on it completely

About Colleen Gratzer

Colleen Gratzer is an award-winning designer with almost 30 years of experience in print design, web design, and development. Since 2016, she has specialized in accessibility, with a strong focus on accessible InDesign-to-PDF workflows.

Through Creative Boost, Colleen teaches accessibility in plain English to designers and developers. She also hosts the Design Domination podcast and provides design and accessibility services through Gratzer Graphics.

Colleen's YouTube channel: Design Domination

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In this episode, Shawn speaks with InDesign Accessibility Expert Colleen Gratzer, who explains how paragraph styles, heading structure, reading order, native tables, live text, color contrast, and tagged PDF export affect document accessibility. 

They also discuss common InDesign mistakes, where automation falls short, and why designers should consider accessibility from the start instead of treating it as a final fix.

Topics include:

  • Setting up paragraph and character styles
  • Managing reading order in InDesign
  • Creating accessible headings and tables
  • Exporting a properly tagged PDF
  • Reviewing and correcting the final PDF
  • Using automation without relying on it completely

About Colleen Gratzer

Colleen Gratzer is an award-winning designer with almost 30 years of experience in print design, web design, and development. Since 2016, she has specialized in accessibility, with a strong focus on accessible InDesign-to-PDF workflows.

Through Creative Boost, Colleen teaches accessibility in plain English to designers and developers. She also hosts the Design Domination podcast and provides design and accessibility services through Gratzer Graphics.

Colleen's YouTube channel: Design Domination

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