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RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station sharing stories of people living with sight loss. Listen to blind and partially sighted people talk about a wide range of topics of relevance to them and join the conversation yourself by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Connect - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially sighted

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S2 Ep1680: What Is It Like To Try Gladiator School in...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/17

Trying a new experience whilst on holiday can be exhilarating, especially when you get a chance to become a gladiator.RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Emmy Anstee from Emmy's VIP Life to hear what she thought of the Gladiator School Experience in Rome and how it was adapted to her needs. For more about the experience visit: GLADIATOR SCHOOL - romegladiatorschoolImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and

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7:58

S2 Ep1679: Audiobook Musical - Following Jimmy Valentine

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/17

Following Jimmy Valentine is a full-cast audiobook musical told entirely through story and song created by New York composer and writer Jeff Flaster.It features a star-studded west end cast, including Celinde Schoenmaker (Phantom of the Opera), Hadley Fraser, David Hunter, George Blagden, acclaimed jazz vocalist Jacqui Dankworth, and Kerry Ellis who you might recognise for her portrayal of Elphaba in Wicked and Fantine in Les Mis.The audiobook musical tells the story of Detective Jen Price, who

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6:27

S2 Ep1678: VocalEyes What’s On 16 July 2026

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/16

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:The Bodyguard the Musical - Saturday 25 July, 2.30pm, Wales Millennium Centre, CardiffSix The Musical - Sunday 26 July, 3pm, Vaudeville

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15:52

S2 Ep1674: RNIB Connect Radio Learns About...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/07

We’re take a look today about at an exciting new documentary now available on streaming services in the UK.Possibilities made by American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) and BeachGlass Films and is a collaborative production between blind and sighted individuals, which features open audio description, an innovative concept that means accessibility is part of the process of making the movie and not just an after-thought. And joining our Paulina Kuchorew is Tony Stephens, Assistant Vice President for

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6:02

S2 Ep1676: VocalEyes What’s On 7 July 2026

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/07

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:The Choir of Man - Friday 10 July, 4pm, touch tour 2.30pm, Curve Theatre, LeicesterJesus Christ Superstar - Friday 17 July, 7.30pm, London

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10:19

S2 Ep1677: Guide Dog Blogs: Chewie By Name, Chewie By...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/06

On guide dog blogs this week, we meet Chewie the guide dog. Jane Manley shares her experience of being recently matched and trained with her new friend. We also find out how Chewie got his name, despite his food habits, that was not the main reason he got it.

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19:30

S2 Ep1675: Technology In The Workplace - Office for...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/03

What's it like working for the UK’s largest producer of official statistics when you're blind or partially sighted? Hywel Davies has been finding out about life for once worker at the Office for National Statistics.

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7:22

S2 Ep1673: Veronica Ferguson A Former Ophthalmic...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/07/03

In this podcast, Hubert chats to Veronica Ferguson about what motivated her career path, her experiences of working with the royal family, and her advice to people as ot how they can look after their eyes best.

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7:38

S2 Ep1671: Carys Shares Her Internship Experience

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/26

In his podcast, following Thomas Pocklington Trust launching a new set of internship opportunities for blind and partially sighted people, Hubert has been chatting to interns who have just completed their internships to hear about their experiences.

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9:08

S2 Ep1672: Laura Talks About Her Experiences and Her...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/26

In this podcast, Hubert chats to Laura, one of the interns who completed their internship as part of the Get Set Progress Programme. They talk about Laura's experiences, difficulties she had with jo searching, and how much of a difference this internship has made to her life.

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8:43

S2 Ep1670: What To Consider When Planning An...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/25

Summer means many of us are thinking about holidays, but when you’re blind or partially sighted accessibility becomes part of the process of planning that dream trip.So joining us today to chat her tips for accessible travel and planning is Emmy from Emmy’s VIP Life.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black 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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5:54

S2 Ep1669: Thomas Pocklington Trust Launches New...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/24

In this podcast Hubert chats to Josh Feehan from Thomas Pocklington Trust about new internship opportunities they have released as part of the Get Set Progress Programme.

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9:23

S2 Ep1668: Bilaal's Sight Loss Journey

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/18

In our sight loss story this week, Hubert speaks to Bilaal. They discuss adapting to sight loss, university experiences, and Bilaal's passion for sports.

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5:30

S2 Ep1663: Update on The Progress of The Brailling Game

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/17

Last year we spoke to the team behind a braille word board game called Brailling, when they were just getting started. A year forward, Hubert has been chatting to them to find out how things have developed, and their next steps.

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6:25

S2 Ep1667: Chair Of RNIB Enterprises Andy Barry at...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/16

The RNIB trustees recently met in Edinburgh to talk about the next steps for the charity.Andy Barry, Chair of RNIB enterprise, told Amelia about some of the new ways RNIB is funding its vital work and some emerging opportunities for the organisation.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black 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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5:43

S2 Ep1666: RNIB Trustee Alice Collins At Edinburgh...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/16

The RNIB trustees recently met in Edinburgh to talk about the next steps for the charity.Amelia spoke to Alice Collins before she steps down from the role about her hopes for the future of the organisation and how blind and partially sighted people could share their skills as trustees.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black 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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6:23

S2 Ep1665: VocalEyes What’s On 16 June 2026

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/16

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Guided Audio Described Tour of the Pacific Encounters Gallery - Tuesday 23 June, 11am, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, LondonDriftwood -

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4:46

S2 Ep1664: Looking at the Benefits of GP’s...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/16

With many stories in the news suggesting that GP’s are giving out prescriptions for exercise rather than medicine for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick our Toby Davey began by asking Elizabeth whether she might be out of a job soon. Elizabeth then gave a summary of some of the research that has been published around exercise prescriptions. To how true it might be that some anti-obesity injections are possibly lowering the incidence of cancer. Ending with

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25:00

S2 Ep1662: The Jazz Club: In Conversation with Al Di...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/12

Al Di Meola is a jazz guitarist, composer and bandleader whose career spans nearly 50 years. One of the pioneering artists behind the jazz-rock fusion sound, Al’s journey into performing began with Chick Corea as part of the legendary musical outfit Return To Forever. Returning to London for a special night celebrating five decades of music, ‘The Guitarchitect’ looks back on the stories and artistry that defined his sound.The Jazz Club’s Jake Hart caught up with Al to discuss his upcoming concert

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6:21

S2 Ep1661: Beyond The Boundary: Shakir's Journey...

RNIB Conversations ·

2026/06/11

In our sight loss story this week, Hubert chats to Shakir about growing up with sight loss, and his love for the sport of Cricket, and his proudest moments.

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