Noticing how AAC can express humour, personality, and timing.
Exploring how communication involves more than spoken words.
Thinking about what it means for communication to be effective and meaningful.
Recognising AAC as a valid and complete way of communicating.
Reflecting on how different communication tools support participation in everyday life.
Lost Voice Guy performs a stand-up comedy routine on stage at Britain's Got Talent.
He types his jokes and phrases into an AAC device, which speaks them aloud using a synthesised voice.
• What did you notice about the different ways Lost Voice Guy communicated with the audience?
• Have you ever used a different way of communicating, or seen someone else do this?
• What was that experience like for you?
• Is there anything that might make using AAC easier or harder in different situations?
• What do you think it might feel like to use a device to express your thoughts?
The questions within this guide are designed to open dialogue and facilitate discussion around the relevant topics. It is up to the user to adapt as needed to best suit the person they are supporting. A neuroaffirming approach was central to the design of these resources and remains essential to their application. This means recognising and respecting the diverse ways people think, communicate, and experience the world, ensuring all conversations are led with curiosity, respect, and without judgement. These resources are a starting point. Trust your knowledge of the person you are supporting to shape the conversation from there.
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