Can design truly reimagine the world we live in? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by the brilliant Melanie Tran – a designer, innovator, activist, public speaker, and Remarkable alum.

Melanie’s work exists at the intersection of technology, health, and social impact, pushing boundaries and rethinking how design can shape a more inclusive and accessible world. Join us as we dive into her journey, the power of co-design, and the role of lived experience in driving innovation for social good.

Episode Credits
Guests: Melanie Tran, Designer, Innovator, Activist and Public speaker  
Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable.
Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS

Episode Links
Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. 
Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube.

Get In Touch
Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech  
Learn more about Remarkable at remarkable.org 
Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.

Can design truly reimagine the world we live in? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we&rsquo;re joined by the brilliant Melanie Tran &ndash; a designer, innovator, activist, public speaker, and Remarkable alum.
Melanie&rsquo;s work exists at the intersection of technology, health, and social impact, pushing boundaries and rethinking how design can shape a more inclusive and accessible world. Join us as we dive into her journey, the power of co-design, and the role of lived experience in driving innovation for social good.
Episode Credits
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Guests: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-tran-b56591b5/">Melanie Tran</a>, Designer, Innovator, Activist and Public speaker &nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Producer: Angus O&rsquo;Loughlin &amp; Amelia Stamos, <a href="https://sessioninprogress.com.au/">SESSION in PROGRESS</a></li>
</ul>
Episode Links
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Access a transcript of this episode at our<a href="http://www.remarkable.org/insights-podcast/melanie-tran--reimagining-the-world-through-design"> Remarkable website.&nbsp;</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Watch a captioned video of the<a href="https://youtu.be/crnCxFx1Rvk"> episode highlights on YouTube.</a></li>
</ul>
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When you think tech and innovation, do you think disability? Some of the world’s greatest entrepreneurs, innovations and technologies have been shaped by lived experience of disability but how much do we know about the intersection between innovation and disability?


Remarkable Insights host Viv Mullan, takes us across the globe to speak with disability-tech pioneers who are pushing the boundaries of innovation, business and social norms. We talk tech, we talk disability, we talk to real humans about real change.


Tune in to learn how disability drives innovation.



Instagram: @remarkable_tech

When you think tech and innovation, do you think disability? Some of the world’s greatest entrepreneurs, innovations and technologies have been shaped by lived experience of disability but how much do we know about the intersection between innovation and disability?
 Remarkable Insights host Viv Mullan, takes us across the globe to speak with disability-tech pioneers who are pushing the boundaries of innovation, business and social norms. We talk tech, we talk disability, we talk to real humans about real change.
 Tune in to learn how disability drives innovation.
 
Instagram: @remarkable_tech

Tune in to learn how disability drives innovation.

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Melanie Tran - Reimagining the World Through Design

How does a Toyota engineer turn a career setback into creating 3D-printed prosthetics for people around the world? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, host Kate Jenkins chats with Mat Bowtell, Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands, to explore his extraordinary journey from engineering cars to championing a global mission for inclusion.

 

Mat shares the challenges and triumphs of building a charity, the role of open-source design in driving innovation, and his vision to make assistive technology accessible to everyone. . Tune in now!

 

Episode Credits
Guests: Mat Bowtell, Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands.
Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships.
Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, Session In Progress.

Episode Links
Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. 
Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube.

Get In Touch
Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech  
Learn more about Free 3D Hands at https://free3dhands.org/
Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.

How does a Toyota engineer turn a career setback into creating 3D-printed prosthetics for people around the world? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, host Kate Jenkins chats with Mat Bowtell, Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands, to explore his extraordinary journey from engineering cars to championing a global mission for inclusion.
&nbsp;
Mat shares the challenges and triumphs of building a charity, the role of open-source design in driving innovation, and his vision to make assistive technology accessible to everyone. . Tune in now!
&nbsp;
Episode Credits
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Guests: Mat Bowtell, Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Producer: Angus O&rsquo;Loughlin &amp; Amelia Stamos, <a href="https://sessioninprogress.com.au/">Session In Progress.</a></li>
</ul>
Episode Links
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Access a transcript of this episode at our <a href="https://www.remarkable.org/podcast-insights">Remarkable website.</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Watch a captioned video of the episode <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@RemarkableTechChannel">highlights on YouTube.</a></li>
</ul>
Get In Touch
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, <a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2flinktr.ee%2fremarkable_tech&amp;c=E,1,j8GjvNMncp-BsUATojm017_BWoIOmNvIkhybnif6VRToT4bUcc6-37exmEoK_0oyn27SPPzV1PUJOfmAHoyC7Ek7qzFgzgH3M3VSlLsvxTZ9mw,,&amp;typo=1">https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Learn more about Free 3D Hands at <a href="https://free3dhands.org/">https://free3dhands.org/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.</li>
</ul>

Mat Bowtell - From Toyota Engineer to Assistive Tech Pioneer

What if navigating complex spaces could be accessible to everyone? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by Anna Wright, CEO and Founder of BindiMaps. Drawing from  her own lived experience, Anna developed this groundbreaking business that is revolutionalising wayfinding for people with disability. 

 

We explore Anna’s journey as a non-technical founder leading innovation, the balance between social impact and commercial success, and her outlook on  the future of disability tech.

 

This episode is packed with inspiring insights and practical advice for anyone passionate about tech, inclusion, and making meaningful change. Tune in now!

 

Episode Credits
Guests: Dr Anna Wright - CEO and founder of BindiMaps
Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships.
Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS

Episode Links
Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. 
Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube.

Get In Touch
Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech  
Learn more about BindiMaps at https://bindimaps.com/
Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.

What if navigating complex spaces could be accessible to everyone? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we&rsquo;re joined by Anna Wright, CEO and Founder of BindiMaps. Drawing from&nbsp; her own lived experience, Anna developed this groundbreaking business that is revolutionalising wayfinding for people with disability.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We explore Anna&rsquo;s journey as a non-technical founder leading innovation, the balance between social impact and commercial success, and her outlook on&nbsp; the future of disability tech.
&nbsp;
This episode is packed with inspiring insights and practical advice for anyone passionate about tech, inclusion, and making meaningful change. Tune in now!
&nbsp;
Episode Credits
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Guests: Dr Anna Wright - CEO and founder of <a href="https://bindimaps.com/">BindiMaps</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Producer: Angus O&rsquo;Loughlin &amp; Amelia Stamos, <a href="https://sessioninprogress.com.au/">SESSION in PROGRESS</a></li>
</ul>
Episode Links
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Access a transcript of this episode at our <a href="https://www.remarkable.org/podcast-insights">Remarkable website.&nbsp;</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Watch a captioned video of the episode<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@RemarkableTechChannel"> highlights on YouTube.</a></li>
</ul>
Get In Touch
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, <a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2flinktr.ee%2fremarkable_tech&amp;c=E,1,j8GjvNMncp-BsUATojm017_BWoIOmNvIkhybnif6VRToT4bUcc6-37exmEoK_0oyn27SPPzV1PUJOfmAHoyC7Ek7qzFgzgH3M3VSlLsvxTZ9mw,,&amp;typo=1">https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Learn more about BindiMaps at <a href="https://bindimaps.com/">https://bindimaps.com/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.</li>
</ul>

Anna Wright - Transforming Navigation with BindiMaps

What if the way we think about disability is holding back one of the biggest opportunities for innovation? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by an old friend, Matt Pierri – Founder and CEO of Sociability and now Remarkable’s Entrepreneur in Residence. Together, we dive into what Matt’s been up to since his appearance in Season 1 and tackle the big assumptions about Disability Tech that could be keeping investors from unlocking game-changing opportunities.

 

This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation about innovation, impact, and the untapped potential in the Disability Tech space. Don’t miss it – tune in now!

 

Episode Credits
Guests: Matt Pierri, CEO and Founder, Sociability
Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable.
Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS

Episode Links
Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website. 
Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube.

Get In Touch
Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech  
Learn more about Sociability at https://www.sociability.app/

Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.

What if the way we think about disability is holding back one of the biggest opportunities for innovation? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we&rsquo;re joined by an old friend, Matt Pierri &ndash; Founder and CEO of Sociability and now Remarkable&rsquo;s Entrepreneur in Residence. Together, we dive into what Matt&rsquo;s been up to since his appearance in Season 1 and tackle the big assumptions about Disability Tech that could be keeping investors from unlocking game-changing opportunities.
&nbsp;
This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation about innovation, impact, and the untapped potential in the Disability Tech space. Don&rsquo;t miss it &ndash; tune in now!
&nbsp;
Episode Credits
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Guests: Matt Pierri, CEO and Founder, <a href="https://www.sociability.app/">Sociability</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Producer: Angus O&rsquo;Loughlin &amp; Amelia Stamos, <a href="https://sessioninprogress.com.au/">SESSION in PROGRESS</a></li>
</ul>
Episode Links
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube.</li>
</ul>
Get In Touch
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, <a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2flinktr.ee%2fremarkable_tech&amp;c=E,1,j8GjvNMncp-BsUATojm017_BWoIOmNvIkhybnif6VRToT4bUcc6-37exmEoK_0oyn27SPPzV1PUJOfmAHoyC7Ek7qzFgzgH3M3VSlLsvxTZ9mw,,&amp;typo=1">https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Learn more about Sociability at <a href="https://www.sociability.app/">https://www.sociability.app/</a></li>
</ul>
Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at hello@remarkable.org.

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