Ashley Shew

In this episode, Adam Conover speaks with Ashley Shew, author of "Against Technoableism," about the misconceptions and challenges surrounding technology and disability. They discuss how technology should impact the lives of disabled individuals and the tendency to view disability as a problem to be solved. The conversation also explores the definition of disability, the importance of inclusive measures, and the limitations of technology in improving the lives of disabled individuals.

Ashley Shew, an Associate Professor at Virginia Tech and author of Against Technoableism, dives into the complexities of technology's role in society. She critiques recent tech biographies, emphasizing how they often overlook the disabled experience. The conversation moves to the implications of facial recognition in schools and its ethical dilemmas. They also discuss autism, advocating for a shift towards neurodiversity and community support. A compelling advocate for inclusion, Shew highlights the need for technology to embrace, rather than hinder, disability.