Oy Mates! We're back with the fifth installment of our Down Under mix series with over 200 songs in 1 hour. Outrageous fun, enjoy!

Tracklist: https://www.mc4dmusic.com/

Now booking for this fall:
mc4dmusic@gmail.com

MGMT:
ethan@rydermgmt.com

Down Under Vol. 5 (DU Vol.6 OUT NOW)

Oy Mates back with Vol.2 of the Down Under Country Mixes! Let's have some more Outrageous Fun in 2022

Tracklist: https://www.1001tracklists.com/tracklist/2n4sucz9/mc4d-down-under-country-vol.-2-2022-01-14.html

Down Under Country Mix Vol. 2 (Vol. 7 OUT NOW)

Oyyy mates lucky #3 it is! Hope you enjoy the third installment of our Down Under Country mix series, here's to more outrageous fun.

TRACKLIST: https://www.1001tracklists.com/tracklist/1d4shu1k/mc4d-down-under-country-vol.-3-2022-09-30.html

Down Under Country Mix Vol. 3 (Vol. 7 OUT NOW)

Snippet of Big Bootie Mix 22, enjoy! Creation of mix is credited to Two Friends!

2F Big Bootie Mix Volume 22 Snippet 2

Check out my rework on all streaming platforms: 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/75aRketH6fbaYhCK34Unau?si=29ec8bf6d0504ddb

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/dial-drunk-rework/1827935569?i=1827935572

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Noah Kahan - Dial Drunk (Ryan Leary Remix)

"The Christmas Light Fiasco"

Twinkling bulbs, a merry sight,
Until they flicker, fade, and fight.
“Let’s sync them to a jolly tune!”
But they’re off-beat by afternoon.

On the roof, I climb with care,
But the ladder wobbles—oh, beware!
One wrong step, I take a dive,
To the snowbank, still alive!

Props are scattered, lights aglow,
Push them in—oh, too far, oh no!
Frosty’s head rolls down the lawn,
Santa’s sleigh is halfway gone.

Cars pull up to see the show,
But forget to dim their headlights’ glow.
Honking horns and flashing beams,
Drown out the lights’ well-planned schemes.

The light show starts—no, wait, it’s stuck!
Rain pours down, just my luck.
Snowstorms follow, ice does too,
The lights short out—a frosty hue.

Cars pull up to see the show,
But forget to dim their headlights’ glow.
Honking horns and flashing beams,
Drown out the lights’ well-planned schemes.

The light show starts—no, wait, it’s stuck!
Rain pours down, just my luck.
Snowstorms follow, ice does too,
The lights short out—a frosty hue.

A tangled mess, a wire's snapped,
The reindeer props have all collapsed.
But through the chaos, there’s still cheer,
For Christmas comes but once a year!

The Christmas Light Fiasco

Welcome to the first episode of Discussing Stupid Season 2, where your host Virgil Carroll, along with Chad and Cole from High Monkey, dive into the importance of inclusive design. In this episode, they focus on the often overlooked but crucial aspect of alt text for images.

Virgil, Chad, and Cole discuss the significance of alt text in creating an inclusive digital experience. They emphasize that alt text is not merely about ticking boxes for WCAG or ADA compliance. Instead, it plays a crucial role in enhancing accessibility and inclusivity for individuals who rely on screen readers. The discussion covers the various types of images—decorative, practical, and informative—and offers insights on how to accurately describe them to improve the digital experience for everyone.

The episode also explores the limitations of relying solely on AI to generate alt text, underscoring the importance of human-crafted, meaningful descriptions that can profoundly impact users who depend on assistive technologies. Furthermore, the team shares practical tips on integrating inclusive design practices into your content creation process, ensuring that your digital content is accessible and understandable to all users.

Throughout the episode, you'll gain valuable knowledge on how to implement best practices for alt text and learn why it's essential to consider inclusivity at every stage of your content lifecycle. By the end of the discussion, you'll be equipped with the tools and insights needed to make your digital content more accessible and inclusive.

Join us every two weeks for new episodes, and don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. For more resources and updates, visit www.discussingstupid.com.


LINKS

Tools mentioned:
Wave: https://wave.webaim.org/
Lighthouse: https://developer.chrome.com/docs/lighthouse/overview/

Alt text examples from the episode: https://www.discussingstupid.com/p/episode-1-alt-text-examples/

Resources from the Web Accessibility Initiative:
Decorative images: https://www.w3.org/WAI/tutorials/images/decorative/
Informative images: https://www.w3.org/WAI/tutorials/images/informative/
Tips and Tricks: https://www.w3.org/WAI/tutorials/images/tips/

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https://www.discussingstupid.com/

Your poorly written alt text doesn't go unnoticed...

Discussing Stupid returns to the airwaves to transform digital facepalms into teachable moments—all in the time it takes to enjoy your coffee break! Sponsored by High Monkey, this podcast dives into ‘stupid’ practices across websites and Microsoft collaboration tools, among other digital realms. 

Our "byte-sized" bi-weekly episodes are packed with expert insights and a healthy dose of humor. Discussions focus on five key areas: Business Process & Collaboration, UX/IA, Inclusive Design, Content & Search, and Performance & SEO. 

Join us and let’s start making the digital world a bit less stupid, one episode at a time.

Your poorly written alt text doesn't go unnoticed...

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