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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 Ep476: Expressionists - Kandinsky, Münter and The...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/26

‘Expressionists - Kandinsky, Münter And The Blue Rider’ is a major exhibition at Tate Modern that tells the story of the international circle of friends who came together in the early 20th century to transform modern art. From celebrated artists like Wassily Kandinsky, Gabriele Münter, Franz Marc and Paul Klee, to previously overlooked figures like Wladimir Burliuk and Maria Franck-Marc. On Tuesday 23 April 2024 at the Press View of ‘Expressionists - Kandinsky, Münter And The Blue Rider’ at Tate

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5:22

S2 Ep476: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - I Should Be So Lucky,...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/26

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 we have all those Stock Aitken Waterman hit factory songs from the 80s and 90s as Vidar was reviewing ‘I Should Be So Lucky’ a brand new musical that is all about love, laughter and last-minute getaways at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham with

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9:45

S2 Ep478: New Recommended And Legal Changes To UK...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/26

The UK regulator Ofcom has published new guidelines around the provision of audio description for TV. This also compliments new legal regulations, Media Bill, which is making its way through Parliament. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Helen Shaw, from Ofcom, and John Paton, from RNIB, to discuss the changes. If you'd like more info on audio description, go to www.rnib.org.uk or call the Helpline on 0303 123 9999. #RNIBConnect Image shows Ofcom logo. A square split in half. Top half

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13:31

S2 Ep477: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/26

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 topics include accessible voting and making streets safer and easier to navigate. 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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5:32

S2 Ep475: RNIB Finds Schools Failing Children With...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/25

RNIB is calling on the government to provide better funding for young people in education with sight loss. Hywel Davies has been hearing about the latest education report from England.You can read more about RNIB's Freedom of Information Reports here: Freedom of Information Reports | RNIB

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4:47

S2 Ep472: RNIB And Cadent Join Forces To Fight Cost...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/25

UK sight loss charity and energy provider Cadent, have joined forces to provide grants to help blind and partially sighted people who are struggling during the current cost of living crisis. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Dominic Milne, from RNIB's Legal Rights Service, to hear more about the grants and how people can apply. If you'd like help from the Legal Rights Team at RNIB, call 0303 123 9999. You can also get more info on the cost of living help by visiting

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8:28

S2 Ep471: New Healthcare Products From The RNIB Shop

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/24

RNIB’s Products For Life Store has a wide range of products to help you look after your health and wellbeing. Tech Talk’s Dave Williams has been hearing about some of the latest additions to the RNIB Shop. For more information about the products discussed, visit the RNIB Shop: Talking Thermometer - Talking Ear And Forehead Thermometer | RNIB Talking Scales - Terraillon Talking Bathroom Scale | RNIB Eye Drop Applicator - Ezidrops Eye Drop Applicator | RNIB Jumbo Pill Organiser - Large Four Times

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8:26

S2 Ep470: Tips For Hosting Accessible Murder Mystery...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/24

The Braille Chess Association (BCA) host murder mystery parties at their residentials. Julie Leonard gave Amelia some tips on hosting a frightfully fun and accessible party. Learn more by visiting their website braillechess.org.uk Image shows five BCA members standing up and holding paper scripts and ipads to act out a murder scene.

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4:36

S2 Ep469: New Housing Survey In Wales From Tai Pawb

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/22

A new survey in Wales is aiming to improve the experience of blind and partially sighted people who live in privately rented or social housing. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. Learn more about the work of Tai Pawb here - Home - Tai Pawb

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6:32

S2 Ep468: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/20

Each week we sit 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 started by talking about the number of people running the London marathon on Sunday 21 April 2024 in aid of the RNIB, the achievements of Mark Rogerson who has completed the six World Marathon Majors in aid of RNIB plus a mention of how Yahya Pandor completed the Manchester marathon without a guide runner. Matt also talked about the recent Living Streets

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6:20

S2 Ep467: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC Ben and Imo, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/19

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 reimagining for the stage of Mark Ravenhill’s 2013 radio play’ Ben and Imo’ at the Swan Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford-upon-Avon with description by Professional Audio Describers Emily Magdij and Carolyn

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S2 Ep466: Blind And Partially Sighted People Missing...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/19

New research has shown that a vast number of blind and partially sighted people, in the UK, are missing out on vital benefit payments, that they may be entitled to.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Dominic Milne, from RNIB's Legal Rights Service, to find out why this is and how people can get what they're entitled to. If you would like help from the charity's legal rights team, call 0303 123 9999. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo

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S2 Ep467: Wanted Wardrobe Fashion Show with Blind and...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/19

Blind and partially sighted people in Castle Donnington are dressing to the nines to raise money for their local sight loss charity. Tilly Dowler, the partially-sighted co-owner of Wanted Wardrobe, and model Sam Ball, told Amelia about their fashion show this Friday. You can learn more about Wanted Wardrobe by following them on Instagram and TikTok, and can visit their store on Vinted by searching 'Wanted Wardrobe'. Image shows Tilly, a white woman with mid-length blond hair, wearing a

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S2 Ep465: Reading Products From The RNIB Shop

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/17

If you’re looking for new ways to access printed text, then Tech Talk’s Dave Williams has been hearing about some of the latest items available from RNIB’s Products For Life Store.More information on each of the products discussed can be found here: Hark Reader - Hark Reader | RNIB RNIB Communiplayer - RNIB Communiplayer USB Player | RNIB RNIB Accord - RNIB Accord USB Player | RNIB

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12:51

S2 Ep463: Share Your Positive Play Memories With...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/17

What’s your best play-time memory? TourettesHero are gathering positive play memories from disabled children, adults, parents and care-givers to inspire inclusive play events. Amelia talked to co-founder and co-artistic director Jess Thom about the project. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'Connect Radio' underneath.

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S2 Ep464: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 17 April 2024

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/17

Jemma Davison, RNIB Customer Insight Co-ordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in with RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey.Opportunities highlighted this week included: Help Shape the Future of Inclusive Employment with Your Insights! Student Shiyi is working to improve employment opportunities for blind and partially sighted individuals through the Thomas Pocklington Trust's Get Set Progress internship program. Just 5-10 minutes of your time

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9:28

S2 Ep461: National Theatre London Audio Description...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/16

Now for the next in our regular slots here on RNIB Connect Radio highlighting what is on offer at the National Theatre in London for blind and partially sighted people with audio description.Our Toby Davey was joined again by David Bellwood, Head of Access at the National Theatre to chat about a few up-coming audio described shows at the National Theatre and a couple that are available online with audio description too via ntathome.com Audio described performances included: Michael Sheen as Nye

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S2 Ep460: How does sight loss interact with autism...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/16

Rachel Looby has multiple disabilities and conditions including Retinitis Pigmentosa, epilepsy and autism. She talked to Amelia about they interact and impact her life. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'Connect Radio' underneath.

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9:48

S2 Ep462: Southampton Sight Swim for 125th...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/16

The Southampton Sight swimming group are making a splash to celebrate 125 years of the charity. Amelia talked to Tom and Kris to learn more. Learn more about Southampton Sight on their website southamptonsight.org.uk/ Sponsor the swim by visiting their GoFundMe Page www.justgiving.com/page/mark-jones-1710757495129 Image shows swimmers Chris, Jenny and Tom, along with Supporter Paul and guide dog Toby, standing in line and smiling at the camera.

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6:14

S2 Ep458: New Thomas Pocklington Trust Educational...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/04/14

If you’re a blind or partially sighted student then Thomas Pocklington trust have a new suite of tools and resources to help supercharge your studies. David Hogg learned more.

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