

Voices Part 3: Dork-O-Phonics
Dec 16, 2024
Jonathan Sterne, a leading scholar on sound studies and media theory at McGill University, shares insights from his latest book, "Diminished Faculties." He humorously discusses the use of his 'Dork-o-phone,' a speech amplifier that has reshaped his communication post-thyroid cancer surgery. Sterne explores the impact of voice on identity, the societal perceptions of assistive devices, and the relationship between technology and personal agency. He also reflects on how trauma transforms into art, further deepening our understanding of voice and disability.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Echoes of the Dorkophone
05:38 • 8min
Transforming Trauma into Art
13:12 • 5min
Voices of Identity: A Personal Journey
17:44 • 12min
The Evolving Nature of Voice and Identity
29:33 • 5min
Designing for Inclusion: Assistive Technology and Aesthetics
34:11 • 6min
The Mediation of Voice: Understanding Its Complexity
39:41 • 3min