{"podcast":{"title":"Blind Level Tech","slug":"blind-level-tech-7549129","podcast_index_feed_id":7549129,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/blind-level-tech","website_url":"https://aftersight.org/","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/cxL71LOn9YVm3nRlnKzlU_ehkEBBpgIO5SWnd6eSYYU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wODFh/MDExMmY2NTVhODNk/Y2Q2MmJlYmVlMTY0/YTQ5Yi5qcGc.jpg","author":"Aftersight","episode_count":195,"summary":"Where accessibility meets innovation. Hosted by Evan Starnes, Blind Level Tech explores the latest in assistive technology, accessible design, and everyday tools that empower the blind and low-vision community. Each episode dives into real stories, expert insights, and practical solutions—from screen readers and AI tools to mobility tech and inclusive apps. Whether you’re blind, low vision, a professional in the accessibility space, or simply curious about how technology is reshaping lives, this show offers fresh perspectives and actionable takeaways. Produced by Aftersight, Blind Level Tech is more than a tech podcast—it’s a platform for inclusion, discovery, and possibility.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-10T18:17:50.354323+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/blind-level-tech-7549129"},"episode":{"title":"BLT Is Back: Tech, Travel, and a Fresh Start","slug":"blt-is-back-tech-travel-and-a-fresh-start","published_at":"2026-01-14T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/blind-level-tech-7549129/blt-is-back-tech-travel-and-a-fresh-start","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/blind-level-tech-7549129","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e38fb8c","audio_url":"https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/prfx.byspotify.com/e/media.transistor.fm/9e38fb8c/9a681dd4.mp3","summary":"In this welcome-back episode of Blind Level Tech, host Evan Starnes explains the unexpected hiatus that caused several months of episodes to temporarily disappear, sharing honest reflections on burnout, creative fatigue, and the need to recalibrate. Rather than pushing for constant growth, Evan introduces 2026 as a “stabilization year” for BLT — a chance to refine what already works, improve consistency, and rediscover the joy of creating the show. Evan also walks listeners through a small but meaningful update to the show’s intro, retiring the voiceover while keeping the familiar BLT music intact. He invites listeners to help shape the future of the show by offering feedback, ideas, and even tagline suggestions. The episode then shifts into tech coverage, starting with an in-depth accessibility-focused review of a recent Amtrak trip, highlighting strong tactile and Braille labeling on trains, mixed accessibility in sleeper car controls, and significant usability issues with Amtrak’s app and website. Evan also shares a standout accessibility feature from Chicago Union Station, where audible track number announcements made navigation intuitive and efficient. Rounding out the episode is a robust tech news segment, including new features for Meta Ray-Ban and Oakley Vanguard glasses, Southwest Airlines’ integration with Apple Wallet, and a lighthearted Sandwich of the Week inspired by Chicago cuisine. Evan closes by previewing what he’s excited to follow in 2026 — from AI accessibility improvements to autonomous vehicles in Denver. Key Topics & Segments • The BLT hiatus: burnout, reflection, and creative reset • 2026 as a “stabilization year” for Blind Level Tech • Intro update: retiring the voiceover, keeping the iconic music • Listener feedback invitation and open co…","meta_description":"In this welcome-back episode of Blind Level Tech, host Evan Starnes explains the unexpected hiatus that caused several months of episodes to temporarily d…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1813,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/blind-level-tech-7549129/episodes/blt-is-back-tech-travel-and-a-fresh-start/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/blind-level-tech-7549129/blt-is-back-tech-travel-and-a-fresh-start.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}