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Microsoft’s Chief Accessibility Officer Jenny Lay-Flurrie shares 20 years of insights on driving accessible technology, from the creation of the Xbox Adaptive Controller to the AI-powered future with Copilot. Discover how Microsoft is shaping digital inclusion and innovating for disabled communities worldwide.
In this episode of Double Tap Weekend, Steven Scott sits down with Jenny Lay-Flurrie, Microsoft’s Chief Accessibility Officer, to explore the evolution of accessibility across the company’s products and culture. Jenny reflects on her personal journey with disability, the founding of the Disability Employee Resource Group, and the launch of impactful initiatives like the Disability Answer Desk.
She discusses how accessibility has shifted from a side focus to a company-wide mission, spanning digital products, hardware, and inclusive hiring practices. From the Xbox Adaptive Controller to adaptive accessories and tactile Surface keyboard stickers, Jenny highlights how co-creation with the disability community drives innovation.
The conversation also dives into the transformative impact of AI and Microsoft Copilot, showing how neurodiverse employees and disabled users leverage these tools to reduce cognitive load, improve speech recognition, and make everyday computing more intuitive. Jenny shares how inclusive data sources, like Be My Eyes and partnerships with universities, are shaping the next generation of accessible technology.

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Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.

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Discover the funniest and most relatable take on tech for blind and visually impaired users with Steven Scott and Shaun Preece. From Apple’s new AirTags 2 to Meta’s smart glasses and the AI-powered Cookie app, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and practical tips.
This episode is supported by Pneuma Solutions. Creators of accessible tools like Remote Incident Manager and Scribe. Get $20 off with code dt20 at https://pneumasolutions.com/ and enter to win a free subscription at doubletaponair.com/subscribe!
Steven and Shaun kick off with their signature humour, sharing stories of broken Meta smart glasses, missed deliveries, and Amazon’s quirky refund policies. Then they dive into the new Apple AirTags 2, explaining the improved precision, louder alerts, and how device compatibility affects blind users.
They also discuss how Aira is integrating with Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, opening a new world for real-time navigation and object identification for blind users.
Next, the conversation shifts to AI in daily life, featuring the innovative Cookie app, which lets users follow and query recipes hands-free—a game changer for accessibility in the kitchen featuring an interview with developer Daria Marmer.
The show wraps up with community emails filled with practical questions about Audible, recording apps, and Android vs. iPhone shortcuts.

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About Double Tap
Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.

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Discover why NVDA is a favourite screen reader for blind users, how its add-ons transform productivity, and the keyboards that can supercharge your workflow.
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive deep into NVDA, the free Windows screen reader, exploring why it’s winning over long-time JAWS users like Steven. They share hands-on experiences with add-ons like Favourite Links, Audio Manager, and YouTube Downloader, plus how customising keyboards and numpads with pass-through keys can completely change your workflow. The discussion also touches on the pros and cons of JAWS versus NVDA, the power of community-created add-ons, and the promise of vibe coding for creating accessible tools.
Relevant Links
NVDA Screen Reader: https://www.nvaccess.org
NVDA Add-on Store: https://addons.nvda-project.org
Keychron Keyboards: https://www.keychron.com
Microsoft PowerToys: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/powertoys/

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About Double Tap
Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.

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Discover the world’s first speech-to-Braille label printer with Clint Yun from Mangoslab, creators of the Nemonic Dot. Learn how this innovative device aims to make Braille labelling accessible for both blind and sighted users, and the key accessibility concerns it raises.
In this episode, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece sit down with Clint Yun, the mind behind the Nemonic Dot, a portable voice-activated Braille labeller. Clint explains how the device allows users to speak a label into a companion app, which then embosses Braille onto plastic or even metal labels. While designed to help sighted family members, friends, and caregivers create Braille labels, the conversation quickly turns to the importance of inclusive design so blind users can independently operate the device.
The hosts also share personal stories about accessibility, usability, and the importance of considering blind people as end users—not just passive recipients. Later in the episode, they dive into listener emails covering topics like the experience of “light shows” for blind people, discussions on eye removal for pain or visual disturbances, and the challenges of dating and relationships with a disability.
Relevant Links
News article on Nemonic Dot: https://www.gambitmag.com/ces-2026-nemonic-dot-is-the-worlds-1st-voice-activated-ai-braille-printer/

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About Double Tap
Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.

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Can a blind tech enthusiast survive DIY furniture builds and the Surface Laptop rollercoaster? Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into hilarious home mishaps, AI guide dog experiments, and the unpredictable world of ARM-based Windows laptops. Expect tech insights with plenty of laughs.
In this lively episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott recounts his adventures in DIY after taking on a flat-pack table and chairs armed with a new cordless screwdriver, leading to stripped screws and comedy chaos. The hosts then explore real-world experiences with AI apps for blind users, including the “AI guide dog,” and why early adoption doesn’t always go smoothly.
Steven also shares his ongoing love-hate journey with the Surface Laptop with Snapdragon ARM processor—from installation frustrations and app compatibility issues to sudden breakthroughs that made him fall in love with the device again. Shaun highlights the realities of accessibility tools and reviews listener emails about Be My AI, OCR smart glasses, Alexa Plus quirks, and the challenges of emerging assistive tech.
Relevant Links
Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com
Surface Laptop: https://www.microsoft.com/surface
American Printing House Braille Bridge: https://www.aph.org
Envision Glasses: https://www.letsenvision.com

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About Double Tap
Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.

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