RNIB Connect

4:31

S2 Ep850: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Disney’s Aladdin the...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

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 in his regular Connect Radio theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing the current touring production of Disney’s Aladdin the Musical as the tour visited the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describers . About Disney’s Aladdin the Musical Experience this thrilling

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8:05

S2 Ep852: Get Festive With The Blind Chocolatier!

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

After Stuart Hann’s eyesight began to deteriorate, he decided to take a leap of faith and start his own business. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Stuart to learn more about his chocolate business and what he has in store for Christmas gift ideas. If you’d like to check out the yummy website, go to www.theblindchocolatier.co.uk #RNIBConnect 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

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10:48

S2 Ep851: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is joined by some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re involved in and ask for your input to bring positive change to the lives of blind and partially sighted people, throughout the UK. This month’s the discussion is around a successful event, held at the Houses of Parliament in London. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved, email campaigns@rnib.org.uk Visit rnib.org.uk/news or call our

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6:39

S2 Ep850: Shaun Hayward Our Strictly Star Reviewer On...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

As we move from week 10 into week 11 of Strictly Come Dancing our RNIB Connect Radio Strictly Star Reviewer blind ballroom dancer Shaun Hayward is back reflecting and commenting on how well blind Liverpudlian Comedian Chris McCausland and his Professional Dance Partner Dianne Buswell have been faring in the competition. It was back to Elstree this week after the Blackpool special with Chris and Diane dancing a paso doble with Dianne’s parents in the audience having come all the way from Australia

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6:38

S2 Ep815: 'This Is Sparta' Episode 4 - Education

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

In this series, archaeologist Simon Tinsley guides us through one of the most dominant, but least understood powers in ancient Greece, the Spartans. In this episode, how were the Spartans educated? 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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4:16

S2 Ep848: RNIB Partners Up With LADbible To Tackle...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/28

RNIB is working with the LADbible Group to increase understanding of sight loss by addressing misconceptions and closing any knowledge gaps that younger people might have. TikTok star BlindTobes recently took part in a shoot with LADbible and RNIB. He spoke to our David Hogg about the shoot and the new partnership. 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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5:38

S2 Ep847: Abandoned Dockless Bikes & E-Scooters Are A...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/28

With the rise in the use of dockless bikes and e-scooters, there’s a concern that pedestrians are more likely to be injured by the devices being abandoned on pavements when their hire time is up.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Erik Matthies, from RNIB, to look at the problem and the possible solutions. 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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6:50

S2 Ep846: HMRC Warns Against Tax Scams

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

How can you stay safe this Tax season? HMRC are reporting more scams than ever are targeting people in the UK. Hywel Davies has been finding out some of the best ways to protect your data and avoid the scammers.For more information on how to report suspicious activity, visit the HMRC website - Scams warning as Self Assessment deadline loom - GOV.UK

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5:19

S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and heard from two people learning braille and using it for their studies, Seren Jaye and Toben Durrant. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille

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5:45

S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and spoke with former paralympic skier, Mike Brace CBE DL. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation of the same text below it. Across

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8:11

S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and spoke to the host of the evening’s panel event, our very own Dave Williams. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation of the same

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7:19

S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and spoke with Ellie Southwood from Fight for Sight and RNIB's Chair of Trustees, Anna Tylor. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation

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5:57

S2 Ep844: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at the British Library RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Alison Hollands QTVI and Lego Braille

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4:13

S2 Ep844: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at the British Library RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with RNIB Head Joy Maker Keira Mills to find

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5:48

S2 Ep844: Braille 200: Championing Tactile Literacy -...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille, the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at the British Library RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Marc Aufrant from the Association

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9:33

S2 Ep843: Chatting With Dot Inc About Braille 200...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event being held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024. Dot Inc are one of the sponsors of the RNIB Braille 200: Championing tactile literacy event and RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz caught up with them when they visited the RNIB building before the event. To find out more about Braille and how the RNIB is celebrating 200

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8:37

S2 Ep842: Social Media Update 26th November 2024

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

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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5:29

S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - Anna Tylor

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz spoke to RNIB's Chair of Trustees Anna Tylor, to get her reflections on the success of the event. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in

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7:05

Wakefield District Sight Aid (WDSA) , Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

Now time to catch up with Hayley Grocock, Chief Executive Officer at Wakefield District Sight Aid (WDSA). WDSA is a sight loss charity supporting visually impaired people across Wakefield and the surrounding area. Jennifer Murray talks to Hayley to hear more about her job, to learn about WDSA, the exciting achievement of winning a King’s Award for Voluntary Service and more. Should you wish to find out more about WDSA, you can do any of the following: Website: www.wdsa.org.uk Facebook

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10:33

S2 Ep841: Speaking With MPs At RNIB Parliamentary...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was at the event and to some of the MPs to find out what they have learned. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital

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