Government Video Podcast
In-depth conversations on making government media fully accessible and compliant.
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Ep 8, S3 - Global Accessibility Awareness Day: How AI Is Shaping What Comes Next - Joe Devon
15 years of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, and the conversation has never been more relevant for government video teams. In this episode, Michelle Alimoradi is joined by Joe Devon, co-founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, to reflect on how accessibility has grown into a global movement and what that means for how communities access public information. As accessibility becomes embedded in how teams operate, it is no longer a one-time effort but part of the day-to-day work. The conversation also looks at how AI is beginning to shape what comes next, helping teams scale their efforts and expand access in more meaningful ways. Looking to go deeper on accessibility, compliance, and the tools supporting government video teams? Explore our on-demand webinars: mediascribe.ai/webinars This episode is sponsored by MediaScribe - Captioning, audio description, and accessible government video, built in from the start. Learn more at mediascribe.ai
Ep 7, S3 - NAB Recap: AI, Accessibility, and the Future of Government Video
At NAB 2026, the conversation around AI felt less like discovery and more like fine-tuning. In this episode, Dana Healy sits down with JJ Parker to unpack what that shift means for government video teams. As AI becomes more embedded in everyday workflows, the focus is turning toward efficiency, reliability, and how these tools actually support the work, especially as accessibility expectations continue to grow. The conversation explores why accessibility, automation, and workflow design are becoming more connected, and how purpose-built tools like Cablecast and MediaScribe are evolving to meet the realities of long-form content, limited resources, and compliance requirements. Want to take the conversation further? Join the Tightrope team on May 6 for a NAB recap webinar focused on how these latest advancements are helping government teams deliver more accessible content, strengthen compliance efforts, and build smarter, more efficient video workflows. Register here: https://go.trms.com/nab-roundup-webinar
Ep 6, S3 - NAB Solutions Tour: What’s Next for Government Video
What should government video teams actually be paying attention to at NAB? In this special Solutions Tour episode, we walk through the tools and trends shaping modern government video workflows, from connectivity and production to automation, accessibility, and distribution. Featuring insights from vendors across the show floor, this episode focuses on what matters most to real-world teams: simplifying workflows, supporting compliance, and doing more with limited resources. 📍 Headed to NAB Show 2026? Find these vendors on the show floor: Miri Technologies — North Hall N1561 (miri.tech) | Telycam — North Hall N1563 | Magewell — Central Hall C6113 | Bitfocus + Elgato — North Hall N2665 (bitfocus.io) | Speechmatics — North Hall N1304 📍 Visit Tightrope at Booth W1642 See what’s new from Cablecast and MediaScribe, including LiveBridge and MediaScribe Narrate. This episode is structured as a solutions tour, so feel free to jump to the sections most relevant to your workflow.
Ep 5, S3 - The ROI of Accessibility: Making the Case in Government Media - Sabrina Merritt
Ep 4, S3 - Accessibility Enforcement: What Regulators Actually Look For - David Bateman
What actually happens when accessibility issues trigger formal complaints? Michelle Alimoradi speaks with accessibility compliance advisor David Bateman, who has spent more than 25 years helping public institutions respond to investigations, complaints, and legal action related to accessibility. Together they unpack what regulators look for, where organizations typically fall short, and how teams can focus their efforts when the timeline to enforcement is closing fast. Want to go deeper? Join David Bateman and the Tightrope team for a live conversation on March 18 where we expand on what government video teams should realistically prioritize before the April 24 ADA enforcement deadline. Register at mediascribe.ai/webinars Learn more about David’s work at specialedconsultant.org. — This episode is brought to you by MediaScribe from Tightrope Media Systems — helping government teams deliver captions, audio descriptions, and accessible video workflows. Learn more at mediascribe.ai
Ep 3, S3 - Inside the Making of Government Video Access - JJ Parker and Ray Tiley
Ep 2, S3 - The Art of Audio Descriptions: Seeing Through Sound Celia Hughes
Ep 1, S3 - Atomic Habits for Accessibility: Small Steps, Big Impact - Kate DeForest
Ep 14, S2 - Ethical AI in Public Service: Keeping Humans in the Driver’s Seat - Ernesto Aguilar
Ep. 13, S2 - Digital Accessibility Roadmap: From Policy to Action - Marie Cohan
Ep 12, S2 - Digital Accessibility in Culture Drives Compliance - Jay Wyant
Ep. 11, S2 - Why Community Media Day Matters for Local Government Communications
Ep. 10, S2 - Accessibility in Website Design Is Best when Based in Compassion
Ep. 5, S2 - AI Use in Local Government Media
Ep.9, S2 - ADA Compliance_ We Get It, We’ve Been There
Ep. 8, S2 - ADA Turns 35: What’s Next for Accessibility?
Ep. 7, S2 - AI for Accessibility: Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Ep. 6, S2 - NAB 2025 Recap - Government Video is Going Mainstream
One Year of the Government Video Podcast!
Ep.4, S2 - NAB Inside Tips for Government Video Teams
Ep. 3, S2 - Keeping Up with Consumer Expectations in Government Video
Ep. 2, S2 Ep 2 S2 - Modernize Your Meeting Management
Ep. 1, S2 - Making Meetings Accessible: Behind the Scenes of Fresno's Multilingual Initiative
Ep. 16 - Getting Ahead of the New DOJ Title II Rules: What Small-Budget Stations Need to Know
Ep. 15 - How AI is Revolutionizing Resident Access to City Services
Ep. 14 - Key Takeaways for Municipal Video Production from NAB Show New York 2024
Ep. 13 - Campbell Media's Closed Captioning Grant Journey
Ep. 12 - The Do’s and Don’ts of DOJ Accessibility Audits
Ep. 11 - Practical AI Tips for Local Government Communications Teams
Ep. 10 - OTT & Mobile Apps for Government Communication
Ep. 9 - Legal Updates on Local Franchising, Alternative Funding Models & FCC Participation
Ep. 8 - Web Content Accessibility Best Practices in Municipal Media
Ep. 7 - Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Communication
Ep. 6 - Earned Income Strategies for Small Stations
Ep. 5 - Meeting Coverage Workflows: Covering 11 Cities with 3 Full-Time Staff
Ep.4 - What H.R. 3557 Means for Local Franchising Authority and the Future of Local Government Access
EP.3 - First Time at NAB - Two first-timers at the National Association of Broadcaster’s Convention Share Their Experience
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Ep.2 - NAB - Inside Tips & Advice for Municipal Video Specialists
Depending on your professional background, the National Association of Broadcasters convention in Las Vegas may or may not be on the radar of your local government communication department. In episode two, we talk about why it should be and share some tips to make the most of this epic broadcast technology trade show and networking event.
