Blind Level Tech

## Summary
In this episode of Blind Level Tech, host Evan Starnes welcomes Sam Proulx from Fable, a leading international web accessibility testing company. They discuss Sam's unique upbringing with a blind father who worked at IBM, exploring the evolution of assistive technology and its impact on the blind/low-vision community. The conversation highlights the role of blind individuals in pioneering innovations like text-to-speech and GPS, and the importance of preserving accessibility history.
Chapters
• 00:02:03 Introduction and Apology for Last Episode
• 00:05:10 Introduction to Sam Prew and Fable
• 00:08:30 Sam's Early Exposure to Technology
• 00:13:00 The Evolution of Assistive Technology
• 00:18:00 Challenges in Accessibility Advocacy
• 00:23:00 The Role of Blind Innovators
• 00:28:00 Conclusion and Future Episodes
Contact Info:
Guest Contact: samuel@makeitfable.com
Feedback for Aftersight: feedback@aftersight.org
voicemail: 720-712-8856
General questions: contact@aftersight.org
Produced By: Evan Starnes
Lead Producer: Jonathan Price
An Aftersight Original Podcast

Show Notes

## Summary
In this episode of Blind Level Tech, host Evan Starnes welcomes Sam Proulx from Fable, a leading international web accessibility testing company. They discuss Sam's unique upbringing with a blind father who worked at IBM, exploring the evolution of assistive technology and its impact on the blind/low-vision community. The conversation highlights the role of blind individuals in pioneering innovations like text-to-speech and GPS, and the importance of preserving accessibility history.
Chapters
• 00:02:03 Introduction and Apology for Last Episode
• 00:05:10 Introduction to Sam Prew and Fable
• 00:08:30 Sam's Early Exposure to Technology
• 00:13:00 The Evolution of Assistive Technology
• 00:18:00 Challenges in Accessibility Advocacy
• 00:23:00 The Role of Blind Innovators
• 00:28:00 Conclusion and Future Episodes

Contact Info:
Guest Contact: samuel@makeitfable.com
Feedback for Aftersight: feedback@aftersight.org
voicemail: 720-712-8856 General questions: contact@aftersight.org
Produced By: Evan Starnes
Lead Producer: Jonathan Price
An Aftersight Original Podcast ★ Support this podcast ★

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Evan Starnes
Host of Blind Level Tech

What is Blind Level Tech?

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.