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RNIB Connect

RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station for blind and partially sighted people to find out what is happening in the community. You can also contribute and share your stories by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk. Get involved and join the conversation. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Conversations - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially

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1569: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The BFG, AD Theatre review

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/23

RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the first of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025.This week we have Tom Wells’ magical new adaptation of Roald Dahl’s powerful and darkly funny story ‘the BFG’ (Big Friendly Giant) at the RSC (Royal Shakespeare Company) with description by Professional Audio Describers Gethyn Edwards and Ellie

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S2 Ep1575: Scottish Budget Reaction From RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/23

The Scottish Budget was announced recently but what does it all mean for eye care in Scotland? Our Allan Russell headed to Edinburgh to learn more.

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4:28

S2 Ep1574: Join RNIB Scotland On Their Accessible...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/22

RNIB Scotland is back with their popular accessible explorations of Glasgow museums. Our Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Community Coordinator, Conor Joseph, about their plans for this year and their upcoming visit to Riverside Museum.To find out more, email: Conor.Joseph@rnib.org.ukImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller

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S2 Ep1573: RNIB's Platform for Change Report...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/22

Sight loss charity RNIB, has published the final part of a three stage report on independent travel for blind and partially sighted people. Allan Russell spoke to Ross Megan and Erik Mathies, from the charity’s Campaigns Team to hear about the latest publication on train travel.Find the report here: https://bit.ly/RNIBPlatformForChangeImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line:

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8:40

S2 Ep1572: VI Comedian Jake Donaldson wants to be the...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/19

Visually Impaired comedian Jake Donaldson has a new show about nostalgia, sight loss and his boyhood dream of joining the band Weezer.Amelia learned more about the show ahead of the Glasgow International Comedy Festival.Book Tickets for the Glasgow International COmedy Festival date at 9 pm on Friday 13th March here - Jake Donaldson: The Fifth Weezer - Glasgow International Comedy FestivalLearn more about Jake on his website - Jake Donaldson Comedy - Listen on YouTube, Spotify - Linktree

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9:08

S2 Ep1573: New VI Running Group In Cardiff

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/19

A new weekly running group in Cardiff is giving blind and partially sighted people the chance to get active and make new friends. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.For more information on the Cardiff VI Runners group, visit their Facebook Page - (1) Cardiff VI Runners | Facebook

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S2 Ep1570: RNIB Gaming Group

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/19

Let’s talk gaming and how you can get involved in accessible gaming with other blind and partially sighted people. David Hogg has more.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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S2 Ep1571: UK Sight Loss Charity Has A New CEO

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/17

Simon Antrobus is the new Chief Executive of UK sight loss charity, RNIB.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell sat down with Simon to learn more about his career, so far, his thoughts on the charity’s direction and how he switches off from the day job.Image shows Simon smiling for the camera. He is a white man with neat, short fair hair, dressed in a white shirt and charcoal suit jacket.

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S2 Ep1568: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - AD Theatre Highlights...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/16

RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the channel Islands for a look back over some great theatre shows he saw in 2025 with audio description as well as some highlights of productions that Vidar is looking forward to seeing in 2026.Don’t forget to catch Vidar’s regular audio described theatre reviews on RNIB Connect Radio or via this podcast channel. (Image shows the RNIB

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S2 Ep1569: RNIB Emotional Support Groups Combine...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/16

RNIB is running a new series of support groups for blind and partially sighted people.They are facilitated by a qualified counsellor and provide a confidential and therapeutic space where you can receive support from a professional and others with a similar eye condition or life experience.Each group runs on teams with audio format only for 8 weeks, with a maximum of 7 participants, ensuring plenty of time to connect and be supported.Amelia spoke to Nikki Crosby, RNIB Counselling Team leader, to

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1570: Hypotony Clinic and a Breakthrough Treatment

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/14

A Moorfields project published on Monday 12 January 2026 in the British Journal of Ophthalmology demonstrated the effectiveness of a widely-used eye injection to manage the previously untreatable rare condition, hypotony.Harry Petrushkin, Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, tells RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey all about the recent published research into treatment for the rare eye condition hypotony which affects around 1,000 people in the UK each year and the set up

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S2 Ep1561: Shkodër Albania Travelogue

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/14

Join Jonathan as he continues exploring the Balkans by bus, stopping at the modern city of Shkodër.He learns more about the community came together after a dark period of history.Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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S2 Ep1567: Harnessing resources and Skills To Improve...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/14

The Motability Foundation and UK sight loss charity RNIB, are collaborating on several research projects to improve the independent mobility of blind and partially sighted people.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to John Worsfold, RNIB, and Nicola Gampell, Motability Foundation, to learn more about the work and it’s goals.If you’d like to learn more about the research, go to www.rnib.org.uk/motability-foundation or www.future-journeys.com#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, RNIB

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S2 Ep1566: Sight Scotland Veterans on NaviLens...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/13

NaviLens has arrived at some bus stops in the West Lothian area. David Hogg finds out more..

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S2 Ep1565: Counsellor Sally Clay On Reconnecting

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/13

How can you reconnect with the people you care about? VI Counsellor Sally Clay spoke to Amelia about reasons distance can happen and ways you can come back together.Listen to Good Company on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7pm and 1st Sunday of each month at 8pm.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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S2 Ep1559: Rehoming Accessible Technology In Shropshire

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/12

A free service from the charity ‘Sight Loss Shropshire’ is matching blind and partially sighted people with accessible technology. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.

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S2 Ep1556: Inclusive Farm Are Making Agriculture More...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/09

Inclusive Farm offers opportunities for people with disability and difference to gain skills in Agriculture.Amelia spoke to blind farmer and CEO, Mike Duxbury, for an update on their Aberdeenshire farm and their plans for 2026.Learn more on the Inclusive Farm website - Inclusive Farm | Cultivating Ideas for GrowthImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is

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4:54

S2 Ep1557: Clive Jones on Becoming an MBE

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/09

Army veteran Clive Jones has recently become an MBE. He shares his story with David Hogg and what it was like to receive the honour.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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S2 Ep1560: Berat Albania Travelogue

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/07

Join Jonathan as he continues exploring the Balkans by bus, taking a chaotic journey to the 'city of windows' and exploring impactful museums.Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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S2 Ep1555: RNIB Responds To NHS England Online...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/01/07

The government has announced a new NHS online hospital service is being launched in England next year. It will focus on nine health conditions, including glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.Amelia spoke to RNIB Head of Policy, Mike Wordingham, to learn about what this means for blind and partially sighted people in England.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath

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