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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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S1 Ep1730: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Ocean at the End...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/26

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 Vidar was taken on a thrilling adventure of fantasy, myth and friendship with the National Theatre’s major new stage adaptation of The Ocean at the End of the Lane at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham on Wednesday 24 May at 7.30pm with audio

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8:59

S1 Ep1729: Why Independent Travel Is Important

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/25

Everyone should be able to travel independently. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, and despite progress being made over the years to improve accessibility of travel to blind and partially sighted people across the UK, experiences can still vary. Sharing her recent experience of using passanger assistance whilst travelling from York to London, is disability activist and author of Life of a Blind Girl, Holly Tuke. Upon a green background it's the RNIB Connect Radio logo in white. In three

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7:23

1728: Kimberley Burrows Buying May Vogue

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/23

The May 2023 issue vogue is a landmark edition of the magazine. Not only does it feature and celebrate disabled talent, but in collaboration with RNIB the issue is available in audio and braille formats for the first time ever. Amelia talked to blind artist Kimberley Burrows about what the edition means to her and the wider fashion industry. To receive an audio file of the issue, print a Braille file of the issue for free at home, or to register your interest in receiving a physical Braille

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8:10

S1 Ep1727: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/19

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. Matt Talks about RNIB's ‘My Info My Way’ campaign, Global Accessibility Awareness Day and the recent meeting of VI sector charities. 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 call RNIB's

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24:14

S1 Ep1725: Behind the Mic of the BBC’s Live...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/19

For the BBC’s live television broadcast of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May 2023, for the first time for a state occasion there was live descriptive commentary via the red button and through the BBC iPlayer for blind and partially sighted people RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey recently caught up with two of the people behind the BBC’s live descriptive commentary, former Army Colonel Lincoln Jopp MC and BBC Radio 3 Breakfast

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8:44

S1 Ep1726: How To Make Your Kitchen Accessible

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/19

What are the adaptations you can make to your kitchen to make it more accessible if you have little or no sight? We spoke with visually impaired cook and author of recipe books: A Taste of Spice' and 'A Sense of Cooking, Kim Jaye, to hear what helps her in the kitchen. If you need some advice around accessibility adaptations for your kitchen, call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 You can also find some of the items mentioned by Kim in the RNIB shop: RNIB Online Shop Image shows Kim's lemon

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9:41

S1 Ep1724: Simple Way To Make Your Socials More...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/18

Many more blind and partially sighted people are using social media to post and follow individuals and service providers. Did you know that by making your images accessible, you can better engage with a vast, engaged, audience? RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to RNIB’s Head of Social Media, Becky Brynolf, to find out how easy it is to add Alt Text to images. #RNIBConnect Image RNIB Logo, RNIB in Bold Black Letters with A Solid Bright Pink Line Underneath

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7:48

S1 Ep1723: GAAD 2023 - RNIB Design For Every Gamer

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/18

One area of technology where blind and partially sighted people are increasingly being represented is the video games industry. As part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day Hywel Davies caught up with RNIB’s Sightless Kombat to find out more. Image: Global Accessibility Awareness Day Logo. White letters 'GAAD' on a purple background.

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11:27

S1 Ep1723: GAAD 2023 - The Valuable 500

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/18

The Valuable 500 is a global business collective working together for better disability inclusion. As part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Dave Williams has been speaking to its Founder and Creator, Caroline Casey. Image: Global Accessibility Awareness Day Logo. White letters 'GAAD' on a purple background.

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8:15

S1 Ep1723: GAAD 2023 - Microsoft Celebrates Global...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/18

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day, which aims to get people talking about digital inclusion for people with disabilities and impairments. Tech Talk’s Dave Williams went to Microsoft’s London offices to hear how the technology company will be marking the day. Image: Global Accessibility Awareness Day Logo. White letters 'GAAD' on a purple background.

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9:49

S1 Ep1722: Stop Our Streets Becoming No Go Areas For...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/17

With the trend of shared spaces, outdoor café culture and more obstacles on our streets, is there a danger that they will become no go places for people with disabilities? RNIB Scotland has launched its #StreetCred campaign and report to help politicians and planners make safer streets for all. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Kirstie Henderson, from RNIB Scotland, and guide dog owner Sylvia to find out more. If you’d like more info on Street Cred, go to

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10:03

S1 Ep1721: Some Audio Described Highlights From...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/17

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's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description to look at some of the many

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S1 Ep1719: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 17 May 2023

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/17

Clare Aldworth, RNIB Voice of the Customer Insight Officer shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in with RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey. Highlights this week included: An Opportunity for Students and Academics to work with Oxford University Press The RNIB have been contacted by Anja, who works as a User Experience Researcher at Oxford University Press. They want to make their digital resources, specifically their academic content, more

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17:35

S1 Ep1720: RAMPD on making the music industry more...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/17

Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities, RAMPD, are helping to connect and empower disabled people working in music. Amelia talked the Founder and President of RAMPD, Lachi, to learn more about their achievements so far and what they have planned for the future. You can learn more about RAMPD by visiting their website rampd.org Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo

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S1 Ep1718: Ron Hall talks life after Love Island

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/16

How is 2023 Love Island finalist, Ron Hall, getting on after leaving the villa? Amelia caught up with him about getting recognised, starting a YouTube Channel and what his success means to his blind and partially sighted fans. Find Ron Hall on Social Media by searching Ronhall__ Find on YouTube via this link www.youtube.com/@RonHallOfficial Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo

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7:22

S1 Ep1717: Vital Health Information Is Still Not...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/16

Despite UK laws like the Disability Discrimination Act and the Equalities Act, many blind and partially sighted people are still receiving vital health information in formats they can’t read. The Accessible Health Information Standard has only had a very limited impact since it’s inception in 2016, leading to further frustration. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Khadija Rasa, from RNIB, to find out what the issues are and how a new drive aims to improve the situation. If you’d like to

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4:23

S1 Ep1716: Don’t Miss UK Pension Credit Deadline On...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/15

There are billions of pounds unclaimed in the UK that many people, struggling with the current cost of living crisis, may be entitled to. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Dominic Milne, from RNIB, to look at Pension Credit and why, if you make an application before May 19th 2023, you could also qualify for the first cost of living payment of £301. If you’d like more advice from RNIB’s Legal Rights Service, call 0303 123 9999. There’s also lots of information and support, around the

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7:22

S1 Ep1714: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/12

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. 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 call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect

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7:47

S1 Ep1712: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC Hamnet, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/12

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 a love letter to passion, birth, grief and the magic of nature with the audio described performance of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Maggie O’Farrell’s best-selling novel Hamnet in Stratford-upon-Avon on Saturday April at pm

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S1 Ep1715: RNIB's Tricia Sail Finishes 'Race Across...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/12

BBC1’s challenge adventure series ‘Race Across The World’ came to an end recently and one of the finalists was RNIB’s Tricia Sail. Hywel Davies caught up with Tricia to see how she got on. You can follow Tricia’s whole journey across Canada on the BBC iPlayer, all episodes are available now. Image: Trish is standing next to her racing partner Cathie, who is sitting on her travel backpack, at the start of the race in Vancouver, Canada.

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