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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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6:46

S2 Ep263: RNIB Regional Campaigns Recap 2023

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/13

Now our David Hogg chats to RNIB’s Regional Campaigns Team to hear some of their 20203 highlights.

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15:07

S2 Ep262: Emergence by This Is Loop - Sculptural...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/13

Emergence by This Is Loop is an immersive sculptural art installation in the form of a roofless rotunda made up of angled mirrors surrounded by dancing lights that react and change to a sound field of recorded human voices exploring the fine line between order and chaos. This Is Loop is a collaborative partnership between Visual Artists Harriet Lumby and Allan Hayes who worked with the national audio description charity VocalEyes on the recorded audio description for Emergence which is available

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8:36

S2 Ep261: Could New Law Make Pavements Safer?

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/12

A new law is now in force in Scotland that aims to make pavements safer places to walk for many people, including those who are blind or partially sighted. RNIB's Allan Russell Spoke with RNIB's James Adams and Niall Foley from Guide Dogs to find out more. Image Shows A Car Parked Over The Pavement

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10:36

S2 Ep260: Traveleyes Embarks On New Adventures In 2024

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/12

Traveleyes offers holiday experiences which are designed to be shared by both visually impaired and fully sighted customers. Hywel Davies caught up with the company’s founder, Amar Latif, to hear about their plans for 2024. For more information on Traveleyes, visit the website - Group Holidays for Blind & Sighted Travellers | Share the Adventure! (traveleyes-international.com) Image: Amar Latif stands smiling in front of a wall of framed pictures, each with a destination which Traveleyes

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8:46

S2 Ep259: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/08

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 having your say as part of the UK Covid-19 enquiry, the charity’s campaign to make sports stadiums more accessible, Sonic logos and a big thanks to our volunteers. 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 also call our

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7:41

S2 Ep258: TPT Internship Opportunities

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/06

Following an internship opportunities update from Thomas Pocklington Trust a while back, a fresh list of internships has been made available via the Get Set Progress Program, and Hubert has been finding out all you need to know, and speaking to a former intern about their experience.

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5:24

S2 Ep256: RNIB Launches Their Sonic Logo!

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/06

RNIB have just launched their new sonic logo. The new sonic logo and identity will helps bring RNIB to more people in different ways, including through the RNIB Helpline, adverts, social media channels and our radio station. Robert Kirkwood spoke with Martin Wingfield, Director of Brand at RNIB, to find out more. Find out more about RNIB's sonic logo here: Sonic logo for our audio branding | RNIB | RNIB Image show RNIB See differently logo. On a white background, RNIB written in black capital

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5:27

S2 Ep255: National Theatre London Audio Description...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/05

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 of gems from the archives that are available online with audio description too via NTatHome.com. Audio described performances

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9:50

S2 Ep257: Still Time For Your Little One To Hear From...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/05

It’s that time of year again, when the RNIB Elves are helping Santa get accessible letters to blind and partially sighted children. So, RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell went to the North Pole to catch up with Titch The Elf. Listen in to find out what the cheeky Elf is up to and drop in on a call from little Eliana and Santa. The deadline for large print, braille or audio letters is now closed, however, you can still ask Santa to send out a letter by email (the letter attachment will be in 16pt

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7:29

S2 Ep256: Internship Opportunity With Real Thing

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/05

For many blind and partially sighted people, finding meaningful work opportunities can be a challenge. Whether it’s your first job or if you’re thinking about a return to the workplace an internship can be a great way to get started. Dave Williams has been speaking to one assistive technology company with a unique opportunity.

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6:44

S2 Ep251: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Birmingham Royal...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/01

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 had a real festive treat with the return of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker to the Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre on Saturday 25 November at 2.30pm with description provided by Professional Audio Describer Jonathan

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S2 Ep254: Carol Concert by Sensory Services by Sight...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/01

Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey are hosting a fundraising Christmas carol concert on the 5th December. Amelia talked to 13-year-old Yasmin about performing in the concert and why she’s raising money for the charity. The concert takes place at 7pm on Tuesday 5th December, in St. Andrew’s Church in Cobham. Tickets cost £8 and include a complimentary mince pie and glass of mulled wine served after the concert and you can book via Eventbrite using this link Christmas Carol Concert 2023

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8:01

S2 Ep253: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 2...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/01

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. Matt began this week by chatting with RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about the launch of the RNIB and British Blind Sport Best Practice Guidance for Accessible Football Stadiums, a recent meeting of The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Eye Health and Visual Impairment in Westminster plus with Spotify Wrapped now being accessible to blind and partially sighted screen

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8:21

S2 Ep250: Visionary December Update

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/01

Now time for an update from Visionary UK, a membership organisation for different sight loss charities across the UK. Amelia was joined in person by Fiona Sandford and Amy Pearman of Visionary to hear about their work this year and their hopes for 2024. Go to www.visionary.org.uk to find out more about Visionary. Image: Visionary UK Logo, a pink and green circle eye shape forming the image of an eye which Visionary in white text below on a dark grey background.

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S2 Ep251: New Welcoming Space for Children with a...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/01

Children who have been diagnosed with a vision impairment at Birmingham Children’s Hospital are benefitting from a brand new welcoming space where they and their families can find practical and emotional support in comfort from RNIB Eye Care Liaison Officer (ECLO) Talia Treen. The new ECLO room is equipped with a colourful mural, comfortable furniture, a height-rising desk for wheelchairs, an activity table for children with scented felt-tips and play equipment such as Duplo. RNIB Connect Radio’s

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8:21

S2 Ep251: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/12/01

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio speak with 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 update focuses on the ‘My Info My Way’ accessible health campaign, plus a recent ‘Meet the Bikes’ event in Brighton. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved, email campaigns@rnib.org.uk visit Our campaigns | RNIB or call

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6:51

S2 Ep249: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 29 November 2023

RNIB Connect ·

2023/11/29

Alice Findlay, RNIB Customer Voice Insight Coordinator 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: Two upcoming RNIB focus groups (racing games and Christmas TV) The RNIB Media Culture and Immersive Technologies team have no plans of slowing down as we near the end of the year! In fact they have 2 focus groups coming up, and they are looking for people to take part in

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12:57

S2 Ep248: RNIB Voice of the Customer Focus Groups...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/11/28

There are many ways that blind and partially sighted people can get involved in the work that the RNIB does around making a more inclusive society for visually impaired people and even shape the future of the RNIB too. One way is through taking part in the regular Voice of the Customer Focus Group meetings and the most recent meeting was all about Vision Rehabilitation. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey was joined by Lily Bond, Insight Officer (from the RNIB Insight and Customer Voice Team along

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7:53

S2 Ep247: Accessible Technology Event Heading to Belfast

RNIB Connect ·

2023/11/27

Tech Talk’s Dave Williams has been hearing all about an accessible technology event that’s heading to Northern Ireland in the New Year. He caught up with Jackie Brown from RNIB’s Technology For Life team.

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4:59

S2 Ep245: Donate Your Old Stamps To Help RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2023/11/27

Donating your old stamps to RNIB is a great way to raise money for the UK’s leading sight loss charity. Hywel Davies has been finding out how your old stamps could make a big difference to blind and partially sighted people across the UK. To find out more about the RNIB Stamps Appeal, visit the website - Collect stamps for RNIB | RNIB Image: A wide collection of assorted stamps spread randomly on a table.

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