October 7, 2026
Disability in the Public Square | Accessible Travel Advisor Karen Morales John Robinson talks with entrepreneur, marketing guru, and travel advisor Karen Morales about entrepreneurship, disability, and making travel more accessible. They discuss the role of lived experience in helping travelers receive accommodations, the importance of self-advocacy, and why accessible travel is greatly beneficial for businesses and customers alike. 🎧 The full episode is available now, on your favorite podcast platform To learn more about Karen
October 5, 2026
Disability in the Public Square | Technology, Purpose & Possibility Todd Stabelfeldt Story In this episode of Disability in the Public Square, John Robinson talks with entrepreneur, technologist, and C4 Consulting founder Todd Stabelfeldt. Todd shares his journey as a C4 quadriplegic, how he built a successful business in database management, and how adaptive technology has helped him navigate both work and everyday life. From Switch Control and Voice Control to humor and entrepreneurship, Todd
September 30, 2026
Disability in the Public Square | Jim Speer of Mobility Roadside Assistance In this episode of Disability in the Public Square, John Robinson sits down with Jim Speer, founder & CEO of Mobility Roadside Assistance, to talk about entrepreneurship, spotting overlooked opportunities, and creating solutions that promote independence and dignity for people with mobility needs. From one conversation at a VA hospital to building an international business, Jim shares the lessons behind 60+ years of
September 21, 2026
Disability in the Public Square | Reflecting on Get Off Your Knees: The John Robinson Story In this episode of Disability in the Public Square, John Robinson reflects on the documentary Get Off Your Knees: The John Robinson Story and the unexpected way it changed his life. What began with a conversation about climbing Mount Jo became a powerful opportunity to reflect on family, disability, perseverance, and achievement. Eighteen years later, John looks back on
September 18, 2026
Disability in the Public Square | Why Section 508 Exists, abli.ai, and Beta Testing What happens when you can’t see the words on a page, hear the lyrics in a song, or navigate a website? You’re not missing convenience- you’re missing information. That’s why Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act exists: to require accessible digital information for everyone, including people with disabilities. From websites and PDFs to mobile apps and government systems, accessibility means information
September 16, 2026
Disability in the Public Square | From Camp Companions to Civil Rights Activists John reflects on disability history after re-watching the documentary, Crip Camp. He discusses how Camp Jened gave young people with disabilities the opportunity to make friends, increase their independence, and provide a sense of belonging that helped inspire disability-rights activism, including the fight for equality and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Robinson connects this history to his own childhood, when he was
