In the latest episode of the Kyodo News podcast, three journalists discuss Global Accessibility Awareness Day, which takes place on May 16 this year. The trio highlights a Tokyo-based company that uses artificial intelligence to create voices for individuals who have lost theirs due to cancer treatment. They also explore various technologies that increase accessibility for people with disabilities and emphasize the importance of raising awareness among the general public.
The podcast is bilingual and caters to English learners, offering listeners an opportunity to hear journalists discussing recent articles while occasionally going off on unrelated tangents. The Kyodo News podcast features other episodes such as “New DisneySea Hotel,” “Akira Toriyama and Dragon Ball,” and “Ride-hailing in Japan.” It offers a unique blend of informative content and casual conversations among reporters, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at news reporting and translation challenges.
