For a Better Web

Mar 12 2025 7 ep. 55 mins 6
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I'm Bruce, and for over 20 years, I've been working to make the web more accessible to people with disabilities and those using lower-specification devices or networks, as well as to make it more private and democratic. In this series, I'll be chatting with people from various communities and industries who, in their own ways, are fighting for a better web. I hope you'll join me in meeting these inspiring individuals—and in joining our collective fight for a more inclusive internet.

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Digital Rights = Human Rights: Why It Matters

Mar 12 2025 50 mins  
In this episode, Bruce talks with Jan Penfrat from European Digital Rights (EDRi) about the importance of defending digital rights as human rights in an increasingly digital world. We chat about EDRi's work advocating for these rights within the EU, the challenges they face against Big Tech lobbying, and key battles surrounding privacy, surveillance, and the power of tech compa

Funding the Web Platform for the Future

Feb 03 2025 44 mins  
Ever wondered how the features in your favorite browser come to life? In this episode, Bruce Lawson from Vivaldi Browser chats with Stephanie Stimac from Igalia, the open-source consultancy that’s quietly shaping the web.Listen to how a small team of 22 people is driving major browser advancements like CSS Grid and the :has() selector. Stephanie shares her journey from corporate

Reviewing 2024 with Jón von Tetzchner: Brat or Næt

Dec 28 2024 67 mins  
Join Bruce Lawson and Vivaldi Browser CEO Jón von Tetzchner as they review the top tech stories of 2024! In this episode, they discuss the landmark Google monopoly ruling, the shifting dynamics of the browser market, and their thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro. They also explore the future of Chromium, rate each topic as "brat" (good) or "næt" (not so good), an

The Past, Present and Future of Web Accessibility

Dec 01 2024 53 mins  
In this episode of For a Better Web, Bruce chats with Léonie Watson, accessibility advocate and director of TetraLogical. They dive into Léonies journey from web designer to accessibility champion, her work with the W3C, and the challenges of making the internet better for everyone. From navigating accessibility standards to why keyboard testing is a game-changer for developers,

The Fediverse - The Road to an Open Social Web

Nov 08 2024 59 mins  
In this episode, Bruce’s guest is Evan Prodromou, Research Director of the newly-launched Social Web Foundation. They discuss interconnected social networks and ActivityPub, the open standard that Evan co-authored which enables cross-platform connections, how this tech reshapes online interactions, and the Foundation’s work to support digital rights and diversity. They also go

Privacy, PWAs, Protecting People ... and Pianos

Oct 01 2024 61 mins  
Bruce chats with John Ozbay, founder of Cryptee, a privacy-preserving photo and notes Progressive Web App based in Estonia. They discuss how he keeps the platform insulated from Big Tech and how, when Apple tried to remove Progressive Web Apps across the EU with just three weeks' notice, he fought to save his company, employees, and customers—eventually traveling to Brussels

Navigating Europe's Digital Frontier

Aug 27 2024 49 mins  
In this engaging first episode, we sit down with Jón von Tetzchner, CEO of Vivaldi, and Laurent Ach, CTO of Qwant, to discuss the unique missions and values of Vivaldi and Qwant—two European tech pioneers committed to privacy, innovation, and user empowerment. Discover how these companies embody European identity in the digital world, from their adherence to stringent data prot