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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 Ep94: Musician And Podcaster Bobby Goulder

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/18

Bobby Goulder is a talented composer, musician, and arranger. He’s now started the ‘Legally Blind’ podcast to chat with other people in creative industries with low vision. You can find out more about Bobby at his website - Bobby Goulder | Musical Director, Arranger, Composer (bobbygouldermusic.com)

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4:58

S2 Ep92: Yvette Gets Behind The Wheel For RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/17

15 years after giving up her driver’s licence due to sight loss, Yvette Chivers is preparing to get back behind the wheel of a car. Hywel Davies finds out how it’s all in aid of RNIB. If you'd like more information on Yvette's driving experience and how you can donate visit her Just Giving page - Yvette Chivers is fundraising for RNIB - Royal National Institute of Blind People (justgiving.com)

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15:10

S2 Ep91: Fun and Great Music Making at the Royal...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/16

A fun time was had by many young blind and partially sighted people at the Royal Society for Blind Children’s Percussion Play Workshop held at there Life Without Limits Centre in central London on Wednesday 9 August 2023 and RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was there chatting with some of the young blind and partially sighted people taking part in the workshop and some of the people who made the workshop happen. This is the second RSBC Percussion Play workshop continuing the close collaboration

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9:17

S2 Ep89: Weightlifting and Strongman Competitor...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/16

Claire North went from a gym beginner to a Weightlifting lover and Strongman competitor. She told Amelia about the joy of trying new sports and how See Sport Differently can help you get active. Learn more about See Sport Differently and try the quiz at rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/see-sport-differently/ Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo

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S2 Ep90: Reece Watt takes on 20-mile walk for Haggeye

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/15

Barry Snell chats to Reece Watt ahead of his latest fundraising challenge. Reece is walking 20 miles to raise money for Haggeye. Find Reece's fundraising page by visiting /justgiving.com/fundraising/reece-watt1 Learn more about Haggeye by visiting www.rnib.org.uk/nations/scotland/youth-engagement-haggeye/ Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo

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9:07

S2 Ep88: Some Audio Described Highlights From...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/15

For blind and partially sighted people, Audio Description is hugely important to make television, movies and other arts venues accessible and enjoyable. Audio Description is a narration which describes what is physically happening, say on stage, the big screen or in museums, galleries or other arts events. It comes in many forms but never interrupts actors dialogue or guides. Each month, RNIB Connect Radio speak with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description to look at some of the many Audio

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8:16

S2 Ep85: Ratboys are on A Little Alternative

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/12

Ratboys are set to drop their new album The Window via Topshelf Records on 25th August. Lead singer, Julia Steiner joins David Hogg to discuss the record, what it was like leaving their hometown of Chicago to record with their hero Chris Walla in Seattle and all the weird and wonderful vinyl varients of the album You can catch A Little Alternative on RNIB Connect Radio every Friday at 9pm or Saturdays at 7pm. Photo shows Ratboys in front of an off white bcakground with Julia lying in front of the

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7:09

S2 Ep87: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 12/08/2023

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/12

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 the campaigning to keep rail ticket offices open and we get sporty, looking ahead to the IBSA World Games in Birmingham.. 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 Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask Alexa to

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6:22

S2 Ep86: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC As You Like It, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/11

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. As 2023 marks 400 years since the publication of Shakespeare’s first folio which includes the comedy play As You Like It, this week Vidar was taken into the rehearsal room with Omar Elerian’s Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of As You Like It on Friday 4

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5:37

S2 Ep85: Take The Bins Out Director Mark Janicello

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/11

Now our David Hogg finds out about a play going on at the Fringe until this Saturday night

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8:03

S2 Ep83: How to start Creative Writing

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/10

Have you ever wanted to try Creative Writing but weren’t sure where to start? Amelia talked to author Riley about their love of writing and how you can get started. Riley's first novel 'Faith Remains' is written under his pen name 'Riley Crow'. You can find Riley's blog by visiting www.rileyyeomans.com and you can follow his guide dog Yashka's Instagram account by searching @guidedogyashka . Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo

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8:04

S2 Ep84: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 9 August 2023

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/09

Clare Aldworth, RNIB Customer Voice Insight Officer 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: New RNIB See Work Differently Placement See Work Differently is an employment initiative run by RNIB. It’s designed to help blind and partially sighted people get on that first rung of the career ladder. It could also be a great option for someone looking to get back into

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11:02

S2 Ep96: RNIB Helps Dipton Community Campaign For A...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/08

Today we hear about a successful campaign which lead to the creation of a safe puffin crossing in Dipton, a small village located in County Durham. Our Paulina spoke with RNIB’s Regional Campaigns Officer Lewis Winton and campaign supporter Julie Morton to find out how the local community came together with RNIB to push for the creation of a safe crossing in their village. To get in touch with RNIB Campaigns team call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email Campaigns@rnib.org.uk Image shows

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8:02

S2 Ep82: Dr. Esme Fuller-Thomson

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/08

A recent study has found that people who live in warmer climates in the US leads to an increased chance of sight loss in later life. Our David Hogg finds out more…

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6:08

S2 Ep81: Life As A Partially Sighted Academic

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/07

What is life like as an academic with sight loss? Amelia talked to Zein about research, teaching and starting a PhD during the pandemic. Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo

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9:19

S2 Ep80: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 5...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/05

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 chats with RNIB Connect Radio’s Hywel Davies about the ongoing consultation around the closure of railway ticket offices, plans for RNIB's involvement at upcoming political party conferences, plus a look ahead to the IBSA World Games in Birmingham. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to

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8:30

S2 Ep79: Screening of New Movie about Charles Bonnet...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/04

Esme’s Umbrella have worked with a team of filmmakers to create a brand new film about living with Charles Bonnet Syndrome. 'Aspectum' has its first screenings on August 10th and Amelia talked to Judith Potts from Esme's Umbrella and Filmmaker Jack Morris to learn more. To learn more about Charles Bonnet Syndrome visit charlesbonnetsyndrome.uk To get in touch with Esme's Umbrella and express interest in attending the screenings email judith@charlesbonnetsyndrome.uk Image: RNIB Connect Radio

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8:20

S2 Ep78: New Items In The RNIB Shop - August Update

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/03

There are several new items in the RNIB Shop which could make your life easier. Tech Talk's Dave Williams finds out more about the Luna S Portable Video Magnifier, the Energrid Powerbank and the Verbalise Pocket Reminder Clock. You can find more information for each of the products discussed at these links: Luna S Portable Video Magnifier | RNIB Energrid Audible Power Bank | RNIB Verbalise Pocket Medication Reminder Clock | RNIB

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6:04

S2 Ep77: Macular and Me Webinars August Update

RNIB Connect ·

2023/08/03

Time now for our monthly update from the Macular Society and their Macular and Me webinars. David Hogg caught up with the organiser of the webinars Colin Daniels to find out what's in store this month.

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8:43

S2 Ep74: WhatsApp Technical Specialist Drew Mochak

RNIB Connect ·

2023/07/31

Tech Talk’s Dave Williams speaks to Technical Specialist Drew Mochak from Meta to hear about his work on the social media application ‘WhatsApp’ and his thoughts on making social media more accessible for everyone. You can hear more from Drew and Dave’s conversation on this week’s episode of Tech Talk, Tuesday at 1pm on RNIB Connect Radio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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