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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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S2 Ep1342: RNIB Bookshare Nathaniel Jessop

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/16

A recent YouGov poll shows one in five UK parents feel their children often can’t read print in the way it is presented to them at school. David Hogg finds out about RNIB Bookshare, a free service which can level the playing field. Find out more about RNIB Bookshare here: Home - RNIB Bookshare 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

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S2 Ep1339: Andrea Bocelli - Because I Believe

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/15

Through ‘Andrea Bocelli - Because I Believe’ Film Director, Cosima Spender showcases the life of one of the world’s greatest singers, Italian blind opera and pop singer Andrea Bocelli, from humble beginnings to sold-out shows around the world which will be in selected cinemas across the world from 21 September 2025. With unprecedented access into the celebrated tenor’s life, Cosima followed Andrea Bocelli beyond the footlights to reveal an uncompromising artist and devoted family man with a

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S2 Ep1340: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/13

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity.This week Matt talks about the charity’s annual report, an accessible photography exhibition and hosting an accessible media symposium with some of the biggest names in global broadcasting. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can call our Helpline

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S2 Ep1329: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - West Side Story, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

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 next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025This week we are celebrating 20 years of Stage Experience the Youth Theatre Company at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham with their production of ‘West Side Story’ through the talents of the young performers with description by Professional Audio

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S2 Ep1338: At Seen Exhibition 7 - Interview with Anna...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Seen, is a new photography exhibition featuring 22 powerful portraits that bring into focus the lives of blind and partially sighted people. The exhibition is a collaboration between the RNIB and photographer Joshua Bratt. Over the last two years, Joshua has travelled the country, meeting people with sight loss and capturing their stories through his lens. These portraits reveal the extraordinary lives of blind and partially sighted people: individuals thriving in their careers, pursuing their

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S2 Ep1337: At Seen Exhibition 6 - Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Seen, is a new photography exhibition featuring 22 powerful portraits that bring into focus the lives of blind and partially sighted people. The exhibition is a collaboration between the RNIB and photographer Joshua Bratt. Over the last two years, Joshua has travelled the country, meeting people with sight loss and capturing their stories through his lens. These portraits reveal the extraordinary lives of blind and partially sighted people: individuals thriving in their careers, pursuing their

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S2 Ep1336: At Seen Exhibition 5 - Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Seen, is a new photography exhibition featuring 22 powerful portraits that bring into focus the lives of blind and partially sighted people. The exhibition is a collaboration between the RNIB and photographer Joshua Bratt. Over the last two years, Joshua has travelled the country, meeting people with sight loss and capturing their stories through his lens. These portraits reveal the extraordinary lives of blind and partially sighted people: individuals thriving in their careers, pursuing their

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S2 Ep1335: At Seen Exhibition 4 - Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Seen, is a new photography exhibition featuring 22 powerful portraits that bring into focus the lives of blind and partially sighted people. The exhibition is a collaboration between the RNIB and photographer Joshua Bratt. Over the last two years, Joshua has travelled the country, meeting people with sight loss and capturing their stories through his lens. These portraits reveal the extraordinary lives of blind and partially sighted people: individuals thriving in their careers, pursuing their

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S2 Ep1334: At Seen Exhibition 3 - Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Seen, is a new photography exhibition featuring 22 powerful portraits that bring into focus the lives of blind and partially sighted people. The exhibition is a collaboration between the RNIB and photographer Joshua Bratt. Over the last two years, Joshua has travelled the country, meeting people with sight loss and capturing their stories through his lens. These portraits reveal the extraordinary lives of blind and partially sighted people: individuals thriving in their careers, pursuing their

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3:02

S2 Ep1333: At Seen Exhibition 2 - Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Seen, is a new photography exhibition featuring 22 powerful portraits that bring into focus the lives of blind and partially sighted people. The exhibition is a collaboration between the RNIB and photographer Joshua Bratt. Over the last two years, Joshua has travelled the country, meeting people with sight loss and capturing their stories through his lens. These portraits reveal the extraordinary lives of blind and partially sighted people: individuals thriving in their careers, pursuing their

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S2 Ep1332: At Seen Exhibition 1 - Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Seen, is a new photography exhibition featuring 22 powerful portraits that bring into focus the lives of blind and partially sighted people. The exhibition is a collaboration between the RNIB and photographer Joshua Bratt. Over the last two years, Joshua has travelled the country, meeting people with sight loss and capturing their stories through his lens. These portraits reveal the extraordinary lives of blind and partially sighted people: individuals thriving in their careers, pursuing their

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S2 Ep1331: Some Audio Described Highlights From...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/12

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description to look at some forthcoming events with Audio Description. AD makes television, movies, galleries and other arts events more inclusive, accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people. This month they’re looking At some exciting new productions and a spooky showstopper. If you'd like more information on audio described events, go to www.mindseyedescription.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image

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S2 Ep1330: RNIB NI Launch New Campaigns Podcast

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/11

RNIB NI have launched a new podcast to discuss campaigning and breaking down barriers for people with sight loss.Amelia spoke to hosts Joe Kenny and Micheal Smith to learn more... Listen to episode one here - RNIB Support / RNIB NI Podcast episode 01 - Disability is a team sport 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

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S2 Ep1328: Northern Ballet - Little Red Riding Hood...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/11

Northern Ballet will be touring two great productions this autumn and into the spring of 2026 with ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ for younger audiences and ‘Merlin’ for slightly older audiences. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Pippa Moore MBE, Northern Ballet’s Artistic and Learning Assistant to find out more about both ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ and ‘Merlin’. More details about Northern Ballet and their audio described performances including ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ and Merlin’ can be

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S2 Ep1327: Hair & Care Film Screening And Panel

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/10

Hair & Care CIC have created a short film called 'Beyond Vision' in collaboration with director Hector Hilleary.Thery also held a panel conversation, moderated by Maliha Shoaib with panellists including Broadcaster and Activist Lucy Edwards, Designer Chet Lo, Beauty Director Alex Peters from Dazed Beauty, Jane Manley who is a Deaf Blind Social Media Analyst at the RNIB, and Hair & Care founder Anna Cofone. Amelia spoke to Fiona Quinn, Business Development, PR & Marketing Manager, to

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S2 Ep1326: Tactile And Screen Reader Accessible...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/09

University of Limerick Graduate, Leah Shanahan, has designed a prototype for a fully accessible pregnancy test based on feedback from blind and partially sighted women.Amelia learned more about the development and creation of the test. Find Leah on linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-ni-sheanachain/ 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

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S2 Ep1325: Remember A Charity Week 2025

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/08

Remember A Charity Week is running from the 8th to 14th September this year, and is an opportunity for everyone to take a moment to consider leaving a gift to charity in their will, after looking after family and friends. This year's campaign celebrates the funny moments, interesting hobbies and unique quirks that we remember and cherish about our loved ones. Amelia spoke to Helen Smith, Head of Supporter Experience at RNIB, to learn more. Learn more about leaving a gift in your will here -

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S2 Ep1323: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 06/09/25

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/06

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 Or ask your Amazon device to call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect

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S2 Ep1324: The Welsh Choir That’s ‘More Than Music’

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/05

A community choir in South Wales is proving that a community choir is ‘More Than Music’, as Hywel Davies has been finding out. You can find out more about the work of More Than Music Cymru on their website - Home - More Than Music Cymru

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S2 Ep1322: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Winter’s Tale, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/09/05

This week RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined by both Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands along with Alan Russell, presenter of ‘The Daily Connect Show’ to review and discuss the audio described performance of Shakespeare’s ‘the Winter’s Tale’ at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon which Vidar and Allan saw a few weeks ago. About ‘The Winter’s Tale’ Wild worlds, fractured loves,

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