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Making headlines by making accessibility happen.

At 121 Captions, we’re proud to be at the forefront of conversations about accessibility, inclusion, Deaf representation, and human-led communication. From interviews with our founder, Tina Lannin, to commentary on AI vs human captioning, our work has featured in TV, radio, press, documentaries, and online publications.

If you’re a journalist, producer, researcher, or content creator looking for expert insight into captioning, Deaf access, or communication inclusion, you’re in the right place.

We don’t just talk about these topics — we live them, lead them, and shape them.

Press Coverage & Appearances

Over the years, 121 Captions and founder Tina Lannin have been featured in outlets such as:
  • BBC News & BBC Radio
  • The Guardian
  • The Times
  • The Huffington Post
  • Channel 4
  • ITV News
  • Sky News
  • The Telegraph
  • TechCrunch
  • The Financial Times
We’ve contributed to discussions on:
  • The impact of poor-quality auto captions
  • The future of AI and live communication
  • Accessibility in higher education and workplaces
  • BSL interpreting during major government briefings
  • Deaf representation in the media
  • Lip reading in legal and investigative contexts
  • Access to Work and disability funding policy

Available for:

We’re regularly approached for:

  • Media interviews (TV, radio, print)
  • Expert commentary on accessibility, captioning, lip reading, and Deaf identity
  • Event and panel speaking at conferences, summits, and academic forums
  • Quotes and insight for written features or research
  • Behind-the-scenes support for media teams working with Deaf contributors

We’re happy to collaborate with journalists, researchers, documentary teams, PR firms, broadcasters, and content creators.

Need an expert fast for a breaking story or policy change? We’re responsive and used to tight deadlines.

Why Talk to 121 Captions?

1. We’re Deaf-led

Unlike many accessibility providers, we don’t just support the Deaf community — we’re part of it. Our founder, Tina Lannin, is profoundly Deaf and an outspoken advocate for inclusion, access, and Deaf empowerment. That perspective adds real insight, not just stats.

2. We’re Human-first

We’re one of the UK’s leading human-powered captioning companies — and one of the few offering professional lip reading services, Access to Work Deaf support, and court-level transcription.

We have strong opinions on AI captioning and we’re happy to explain why — with examples, case studies, and lived experience.

3. We’ve Got Stories to Share

From helping TEDx speakers communicate with global audiences to captioning political debates or interpreting NHS briefings — we’ve been behind the scenes on moments that matter. We can speak to the human impact of accessible communication in every corner of life.

Featured Topics We Can Speak On

Looking for credible, lived-experience commentary? We’re available for interviews, features, or background on:

Accessibility

  • The impact of poor auto-captions on education and employment
  • Why accessibility is still an afterthought — and how to fix it
  • How businesses can make real changes (without breaking the bank)
  • What’s working in the UK — and what’s still broken

Deaf Culture & Representation

  • What it really means to be Deaf — socially, culturally, professionally
  • The role of sign language in identity and communication
  • Being Deaf in a hearing world: work, education, healthcare
  • Misrepresentation in the media

Human vs AI Captioning

  • The real accuracy gap between humans and speech recognition
  • What AI gets wrong (and why it matters)
  • Examples of captioning fails and successes
  • Why human nuance still matters in communication

Lip Reading Services

  • How lip reading is used in law, media, and investigations
  • Misconceptions about lip reading 
  • Privacy, ethics, and courtroom readiness

Access to Work

  • How it empowers Deaf professionals — and where it falls short
  • Personal stories of workplace transformation
  • What employers and HR teams need to understand
  • The funding process — explained simply

Expert Contributors Available

You can speak directly with:

Tina Lannin — Founder & Director

  • Profoundly Deaf, lip reading specialist
  • Thought leader on accessibility, inclusion, AI ethics in communication
  • Background in forensic lip reading, public speaking, and accessibility consulting
  • Experienced interviewee and panelist

Captioning, interpreting, and accessibility specialists

We can also connect you with working professionals — sign language interpreters, live captioners, Deaf trainers — who bring real insight to their fields.

Media Resources Available

Need quick assets? We can provide:

  • High-res photos and headshots
  • Company logo and brand assets
  • Backgrounders on each service (captioning, sign language interpreting, forensic lip reading)
  • Sample transcripts and captioning case studies
  • Quotes or prepared comments on request

Just email [email protected] and we’ll send what you need.

A Few Past Highlights

  • Sky News Interview: Tina Lannin discusses lip reading in legal cases
  • BBC Radio 4: Access to Work explained — and how it changes lives
  • The Guardian Feature: The ethics of AI captioning and Deaf exclusion
  • TEDx Collaboration: Providing real-time captions for global events
  • ITV News: What Deaf professionals really need from employers

We’re open to fresh angles and happy to collaborate creatively — just reach out.

Want to Feature Us?

We’re open to collaboration — whether you need a quote, a case study, or an expert interview. We love helping shape stories that inform, inspire, and include.

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121 Captions — Making communication accessible, and the headlines more inclusive.

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Not Sure Where to Start?

No worries — we’ll help you figure it out. Whether you’re subtitling a video, supporting a Deaf employee, or planning a fully accessible event, we’ll listen, advise, and deliver.