As the world becomes more and more immersed in the FIFA 2026 World Cup, the Blind Guys assess FIFA’s audio description service for the games. Is it better than standard commentary or is it an own goal for FIFA?
Jan and Mo have been on a second date, and as usual they had chaperones; this time in the guise of former 'Big Cheese' at Vispero, Eric Damery and his lovely wife Pauline. The guys accepted no guilt for ordering 2 lobster salads and then running for the hills before the bill arrived!
Clodagh's got email questions about digital menus and QR codes, and a question about accessible gaming. If you’ve got big feelings (or small feelings) about accessible gaming, please get in touch – you might be included in a future episode about this topic! Email blindguyschat@gmail.com and tell us all.
Finally, if you would like to hear and contribute to the next Audio Description Association VI User Group meeting, here are the details:
The next ADA VI user group will see Óran O’Neill speaking with James Flanagan from FSE. Football Supporters Europe’s Disability & Inclusion Fan Network is helping to ensure that supporters with disabilities have a stronger voice in shaping the future of football. James will talk to us about the vital role of Audio Descriptive Commentary in making football more accessible for blind and partially sighted fans, both in stadiums and on television. Drawing on his experience in disability inclusion and supporter advocacy, James tells us how accessible commentary can enhance the matchday experience and help ensure that football is truly a game for everyone.
Time: Jun 23, 2026 01:30 PM Dublin (GMT)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://tinyurl.com/ADAviUserGroup
Meeting ID: 873 1982 7571
So, strip down to your game jersey and shorts, run out into a field with painted white lines and prepare to listen to the best podcast this side of an overpriced subway train ticket: Blind Guys Chat - 18 out of 20 FIFA World Cup footballs prefer it to being kicked around!
Links for this show:
· FIFA ADC app for iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fifa-audio-description/id6745691218
· FIFA ADC app for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fifa.adc.app\&hl=en_IE
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