Today on the show, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece discuss the innovative EchoVision glasses from Agiga and listener emails delve into the broader implications of artificial vision technology and the attitudes from within the blind community of such technologies.

Our main story today focuses on the Agiga EchoVision glasses. Shaun speaks to the CEO and CTO at the company to learn about the device, highlighting its features.

Listener emails bring up the perspectives within the blind community regarding the acceptance and potential of artificial vision, touching on identity, public perception, and the importance of communication. The conversation highlights the complexities of navigating community dynamics and the need for understanding and collaboration among individuals with varying experiences of vision loss.

And our app of the week comes to us from a listener with a review of the WikiTrip app, which serves as a digital tourist guide, enhancing travel experiences for users.

Mentions:
Agiga EchoVision - https://echovision.agiga.ai/
WikiTrip app on Apple App Store - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wikitrip/id1438931523

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Chapter Markers:
00:00 Intro
03:09 Exploring Artificial Vision and Neural Networks
05:58 The Debate on Artificial Vision in the Blind Community
08:51 The Complexity of Identity in the Blind Community
12:04 Navigating Public Perception and Interaction
33:20 Agiga EchoVision: Innovations in Smart Glasses
52:35 App of the Week: WikiTrip App

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