Most countries have accessibility requirements codified into law, so it's surprising that after two decades transcripts are still barely used in podcasting. It's a classic chicken-and-egg dilemma.  But the podcast advertising industry could use its power for good and push more publishers and hosting platforms to ramp up development efforts and standards adoption. And we'll reap the benefits!  Credits: Written by Bryan Barletta Copy editing by Evo Terra Audio engineering by Ian Powell Sounds Profitable theme written by Tim Cameron Sounds Profitable: Narrated Articles is a production of Sounds Profitable. For more information, visit soundsprofitable.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.