Episodes

April 16, 2024

AS: 034 Caring without a Manual: How to be a Caregiver without a PhD

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Monica Vest Wheeler talk about: The challenges faced by family caregivers, include navigating complex medical information and emotional dynamics. The importance of healthcare professionals rec…
April 2, 2024

AS:033 Estate Planning for Adult Children with Disabilities

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Erin Edgar talk about: Transition challenges for disabled adults Estate planning vital Complexities of government benefits The financial strain of disability Importance of understanding govern…
March 19, 2024

AS:032 Right-Hear Audio Format Signage

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Idan Meir talk about: The inception of RightHear, Idan aimed at transforming public spaces into accessible environments for individuals with spatial orientation challenges, particularly the bl…
March 5, 2024

AS:031 International Women’s Day - Inspire Inclusion

In this episode, Linda Hunt talks about: International Women’s Day theme of inspire inclusion Promoting diversity in leadership and decision making Education and awareness to foster inclusion Film industry’s role in represen…
Feb. 20, 2024

AS:030 Improving Your Brand with Accessibility

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Rich Kozak talk about: The transformative power of inclusive branding Emphasizing authentic language usage Implementing inclusivity from the top down Enhancing brand identity through accessib…
Feb. 6, 2024

AS:029 Inspiring: The Speaker who can't talk right

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Raja Vaidya talk about; Raja's journey of overcoming his fear of speaking leading to his growth and accomplishments the importance of accepting oneself and embracing individual differences cha…
Jan. 23, 2024

AS:028 Leveraging Language Diversity for Success

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Drocella Mugorewera talk about; the importance of language diversity in creating inclusive environments. highlighting the need to empower foreign-born individuals by providing opportunities to…
Jan. 9, 2024

AS:027 Express Yourself

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Kyle Ann Robertson talk about; the therapeutic value of journaling, particularly during recovery periods. the power of visualization and its techniques. how prompt cards help in triggering cre…
Dec. 19, 2023

AS:026 Who Cares for the Caregivers?

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Deborah Greenhut talk about; The Critical Role of Caregivers Financial Strain and Health Impact The Toll on Family Relationship Advocating for Change And more! Deborah’s Bio: Award-winning aut…
Nov. 28, 2023

AS:025 Barriers for Blind and Low Vision Individuals

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Erin Edgar talk about; Navigating Internet Barriers for Blind and Low-Vision Individuals User Experience with Cloud-Based Services Flexibility and Patience in Adaptation Impacts of Software Ch…
Nov. 14, 2023

AS:024 AODA: Compliance Review

In this episode, Linda Hunt talks about; crucial service of AODA compliance reviews, aiding businesses unsure of their compliance status. AODA requirements are tailored to business size, with distinctions for those having 1-…
Oct. 31, 2023

AS:023 AODA: Ready to Report

In this episode, Linda Hunt talks about; AODA reporting and its significance. AODA compliance requirements for businesses based on their size. The AODA reporting deadline of December 31, 2023. Consequences of non-compliance,…
Oct. 17, 2023

AS:022 Overcoming Disability Barriers to Leadership

In this episode, Linda Hunt talks about; Her transition from public sector leadership to adapting after a neurological diagnosis. The role of inclusion culture within organizations for leadership opportunities. Common barrie…
Oct. 3, 2023

AS:021 Enhancing Business Performance through Inclusive Hiring

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Ingrid Muschta talk about; Debunking myths about hiring individuals with disabilities. The positive impacts of inclusive hiring on productivity and business growth. How businesses can effectiv…
Sept. 19, 2023

AS:020 In The Driver's Seat

In this episode, Linda Hunt talks about being in the Driver’s Seat and; Her empowering tale of driving from a power wheelchair. The hidden challenges and hefty costs of wheelchair conversion vehicles. Introducing 'Betsy', he…
Sept. 5, 2023

AS:019 Creating an Age-Friendly Community

In this episode, Lucy Marco and Linda Hunt talk about: Lucy's impactful role as the President of the Grand River Council on Aging and her 57 years of diverse experience. The Age-Friendly Movement is a global initiative aimin…
Aug. 22, 2023

AS:018 Advocacy that Leads to Change

In this episode, Tracy Ordell and Linda Hunt talk about: Tracy's life journey, from being in an institution for children with physical disabilities to advocating for herself and eventually living independently in the communi…
Aug. 8, 2023

AS:017 Hope without Sight

In this episode, Saylor Cooper and Linda Hunt talk about: Saylor's Experience with Disability Overcoming Obstacles: How does Saylor encounter Barriers in Life? The Profitability of Accessibility: How businesses can enhance t…
July 25, 2023

AS016: The Joy of Obstacles

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Kathryn Johnson talk about The Joy of Obstacles. Kathryn, living with cerebral palsy, shares her inspiring story about defying societal norms, earning 3 degrees, clinching 2 World Championship…
July 11, 2023

AS:015 Reimagining the Accessibility Solutions podcast - An Interview with Linda about Season 2

The Accessibility Solutions Podcast Season 2 is now out! This week, Linda Hunt talks about her exciting podcasting journey and the highly anticipated Season 2 of the Accessibility Solutions Podcast. She shares her insights o…
Dec. 10, 2022

AS:014 IDPWD 2022

This week, Linda Hunt talks about the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. It is observed every year on December 3rd. The 2022 theme for International Day of Persons with Disabilities was “Transformative Solutions…
Nov. 15, 2022

AS:013 Contactless Access

In this episode, Rob Dotten talks about Contactless Access™, a technology that they developed - touchless controls for elevators, doors, and mass transit. Listen to this episode and learn how they help make the world accessi…
Nov. 8, 2022

AS:012 Becoming RentABLE

In this episode, Lorraine Woodward and Linda Hunt talk about becoming rentABLE. Don’t miss: Know what the platform Becoming RentAble is How this platform is different from others The challenge with Airbnb and other platforms…
Nov. 2, 2022

AS:011 Campaign Chat - Part 4

This is the fourth and last episode of the series Campaign Chat of Accessibility Solutions. In this episode, Linda Hunt shares her thoughts after being elected as the Councillor of the City of Brantford - Ward 4. About the H…