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7:38

S2 Ep1185: Guide Dog Blogs: Louise Carter's Guide Dog...

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/10/20

This week on Guide Dog Blogs, Hubert chats to Louise Carter. They chat about why Louise applied for her first guide dog, and about her first guide dog Faye herself and what difference Faye has made to her life.

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7:29

S2 Ep1183: Artist Alan Mcintyre On Trying New Methods

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/10/16

How can you explore making new types of art as your sight changes?Amelia spoke to artist Alan Mcintyre about what art means to him and having his work in the Edinburgh central library. You can visit the 'Touch Woods' Exhibition from the Hillside Art Group at Edinburgh Central Library until 31st October.

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5:17

S2 Ep1184: Why Do We Need Flu Vaccinations Every Year?

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/10/16

As we are pretty much into autumn now and with many people being asked to attend for winter vaccinations for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about flu and other regular vaccinations. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about the difference between flu and the common cold and what your local Pharmacist would recommend for someone with flu symptoms. Then to an outline of those patients who should get the flu vaccination

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3:24

S2 Ep1182: Information and Technology Day From Sight...

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/10/13

If you are based in London, and want to find out about various products and services available to blind and partially sighted people, there's an event taking place which may be of interest. Hubert finds out more in this podcast.

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6:35

S2 Ep1181: Guide Dog Blogs: Maureen's Guide Dog Polly

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/10/06

This week on Guide Dog Blogs, Hubert chats to Maureen, who talks about her retired guide dog Polly, who has very much changed her life. They also talk about Maureen's thoughts on getting another dog in the future.

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9:04

S2 Ep1180: Guide Dog Blogs: James and The Story Of...

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/29

Hubert welcomes James O'Driscoll back to Guide Dog Blogs this week, as he finds out how his training, and the first few weeks with his new guide dog have been. We also find out a funny habit, and a very interesting talent of his new friend.

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5:12

S2 Ep1178: More About Supplements…

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/29

Following on from the recent check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick where we talked about vitamin D, we thought it would be good to talk further about other supplements this time. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey began by asking Elizabeth about other supplements that might help us with Elizabeth explaining about the benefits of omega 3 and some other supplements that might be particularly good for the eyes. Then Elizabeth highlighted the fact that some processed foods might not

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6:51

S2 Ep1179: VocalEyes What’s On 29 September 2025

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/29

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: Starlight Express - Fri 3 October, 7.30pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Troubadour Wembley Park, London English National Ballet: R:Evolution -

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8:16

S2 Ep1177: Guide Dog Blogs: Lauren's Guide Dog Grace

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/22

In this podcast, Hubert chats to Lauren Bateman, about how her guide dog Grace, changed her life, and finds out about her unique personality. Image description: 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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7:49

S2 Ep1176: AD TV Show Review - Wednesday Pt 2

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/19

If you fancy something creepy and a little bit kooky, season two of Tim Burton's Wednesday series is fully out on Netflix and available with audio description.Let's find out what Emmy thought as she caught up with the last half of the show. Image shows the poster for the show with Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams. In her signature sharp collared black dress and long black braids, Wednesday stares ahead unblinking with black tears streaming down her cheeks. A large white letter 'W' sits at the

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6:15

S2 Ep1175: VocalEyes What’s On 16 September 2025

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/16

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: Every Brilliant Thing - Saturday 20 September, 7.30pm, touch tour 6pm, @sohoplace, London Juniper Blood - Saturday 27 September, 2pm,

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7:54

S2 Ep1174: Riley’s Guide Dog Yashka

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/16

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9:05

S2 Ep1172: Ross Talks his Sight Loss Journey And...

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/11

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24:15

S2 Ep1173: Shear Brass - Celebrating The Music Of Sir...

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/11

Blind pianist Sir George Shearing was a prominent feature of the UK’s jazz scene for decades. Now a project, led by Shearing’s nephew, is sharing his music with a new generation. 'The Jazz Club's' Jake Hart caught up with Carl Gorham of 'Shear Brass'. For more information on the 'Shear Brass' project, visit the website - Shear Brass - Honoring the Legacy of Jazz Musician Sir George Shearing

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7:24

S2 Ep1171: Guide Dog Blogs: Terri’s Guide Dog Cinnamon

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/08

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4:56

1173: All About the Pharmacy First and Pharmacy First...

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/08

You may have heard about the Pharmacy First or Pharmacy First Plus services when contacting your local GP or calling your local pharmacy and wondering what they might be all about and the range of services they are able to offer you. Well for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we will find out more about both the Pharmacy First and Pharmacy First Plus services. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey began by asking Elizabeth what is actually meant by the term Pharmacy

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8:41

S2 Ep1169: Brian Little Shares His Motivational Story

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/04

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7:32

S2 Ep1166: Join This New Audio Book Club In Newquay

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/03

If you love audio books and live in the Newquay area, you might want to check out this new audio book club.Set up by iSightCornwall member and trustee Beatrix Love, The club is specifically designed for blind and partially sighted people. 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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7:45

S2 Ep1170: Jay 'Cruz' Semple Shares His Story

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/03

Jay ‘Cruz’ Semple has reached incredible hights in Taekwondo despite living with a debilitating eye condition. He has been sharing his story with RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell. 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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8:32

S2 Ep1168: Guide Dog Blogs – Daisy The Princess Guide...

RNIB Conversations ·

2025/09/03

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