In this edition of the Kyodo News bilingual podcast, the focus is on Global Accessibility Awareness Day which takes place on May 16th. The episode features a discussion between three Kyodo News reporters, Yamaguchi-san, Eduardo, and Su-san, about a Tokyo company that uses artificial intelligence to recreate voices for individuals who have lost theirs due to cancer treatment. The conversation also explores other technological advancements that make life more accessible for people with disabilities and emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about these issues among the public.
The podcast also touches on a variety of topics beyond this main theme, including recent articles on DisneySea Hotel, Akira Toriyama and Dragon Ball, and ride-hailing in Japan. Listeners are encouraged to enjoy the journalists’ discussions while occasionally drifting off into unrelated topics.
Throughout each episode of the podcast, English learners gain insight into the world of news writing and translation. They can use these episodes as an opportunity to improve their language skills while staying informed about current events.
