Ever heard a map say “graphic, clickable, blank”? Brandon Biggs shows how Audium turns silent maps into rich audio orientation for blind and neurodiverse users. The accuracy debate with AI gets real. Listen and weigh in: should 70% ever be enough?

This podcast episode delves into the importance of accessible geographic data, focusing on how traditional map interfaces exclude blind, low-vision, and neurodiverse users. Brandon Biggs, CEO of XR Navigation, discusses the limitations of current mapping technologies and introduces Audium, a cross-sensory design tool that transforms static visuals into reliable spatial understanding. The conversation highlights the need for inclusive design in mapping technologies and the impact of inaccessible maps on various professions.