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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 Ep1711: Walking The Camino De Santiago For RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/10

The Camino de Santiago is a 485-mile trek across Spain. Dave Williams caught up with Richard Simpson, who has recently completed the journey to raise money for RNIB. Here Dave speaks to him as he approaches the finish line. Image: Richard wears an RNIB t-shirt and holds his long cane as he stands on a mountainside.

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S1 Ep1710: World Asthma Day

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/10

World Asthma Day takes place on the 2nd May every year to help raise awareness of the condition and available treatments. Amelia talked to Lead Nurse for Education and Support, Karen Frankland, from FeNO testing specialist NIOX, to learn about the test and possible links between Asthma and Eye health. You can learn more about Asthma and FeNO testing by talking to your Health Care Professional and by visiting the NHS Website https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/asthma/ Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright

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8:55

S1 Ep1708: Visionary Update with Vision Foundation...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/09

Time for our monthly update from Visionary. Visionary’s Fiona Sandford was joined by Kerry Firth from Vision Foundation and Charlotte Carson from Look UK to tell Amelia about their upcoming virtual conference for young blind and partially sighted people, Lets Talk About Mental Health! Go to visionfoundation.org.uk/youth-conference-lets-talk-about-mental-health/ to register for the conference and get more information. Go to visionary.org.uk to find out more about Visionary. Go to

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S1 Ep1703: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Spongebob...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/05

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 are entering the underwater world of SpongeBob Square Pants with Vidar’s review of the audio described performance of The SpongeBob Musical at the Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre on Saturday 15 April at 2pm with description by professional Audio

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5:33

S1 Ep1707: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/05

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 accessible travel. 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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5:24

S1 Ep1706: RNIB CEO Matt Stringer Looks Ahead To The...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/05

RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with RNIB Chief Executive Matt Stringer to look ahead at this Saturday's Coronation and what it means for the royal 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 Image shows Matt Stringer. He's sitting outside and smiling.

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7:48

S1 Ep1705: RNIB Connect Radio presenter Roger Cole...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/04

Barry Snell caught up with Roger Cole who, on behalf of RNIB Connect Radio, attended the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III. Image shows Roger and his partner Louise standing in front of Buckingham Palace gates. She's dressed in a flowing midi dress with an open cream cardigan and a dark smart hatinator. Roger is dressed in a smart black suit with a matching black fedora and a blue tie. It's a bright sunny day and they're both smiling.

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5:34

S1 Ep1704: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 3 May 2023

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/03

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: RNIB Voice of the Customer Focus Groups RNIB is looking for blind and partially sighted people from across the UK to share their voice as part of a series of insight focus groups which will help shape the work of RNIB. In the next series of focus groups, the RNIB will be

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7:17

S1 Ep1702: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/05/02

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sit 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 Image Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB

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12:44

S1 Ep1701: A Touch Tour and History Of Westminster Abbey

RNIB Connect ·

2023/04/28

With the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III on Saturday 6 May 2023 RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey took a trip into the heart of Westminster, central London to visit Westminster Abbey, go on a touch tour of the Abbey for blind and partially sighted people and also find out about the history of Westminster Abbey which has been the Coronation Church since 1066 from Scott Craddock, Westminster Abbey Head of Visitor Experience. The touch tour was laid by Westminster Abbey Guides Bruce and his

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S1 Ep1697: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Of Mice and Men, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/04/28

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 reviewing a tale about the crumbling American dream with the audio described performance of Birmingham Repertory Theatre’s production of John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men on Thursday 6 April at 7.30pm with description by professional Audio

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7:46

S1 Ep1698: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/04/28

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is joined by some of 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 topics include, a step forward for talking buses and an event for MPs highlighting the extra cost of living faced by blind and partially sighted people. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved,

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S1 Ep1700: Coronation History Lesson with The...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/04/27

Time to travel back in time with Dr Sean Cummingham and Dr Neil Johnston from the National Archives. They told Amelia about their historic records on Coronations and what processions meant to past royals. Learn more about The National Archives by visiting their website nationalarchives.gov.uk Image shows the British Flag. In a white circle in the middle it reads: 'The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III & Her Majesty The Queen Consort', an image of a crown is placed underneath the

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S1 Ep1700: Historical Handbook on Organising Coronations

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2023/04/27

Dr Sean Cunningham and Dr Neil Johnston found a very special book when they looked through the records in The National Archives. They told Amelia about 'The Little Device' handbook which helped heralds organise historic Coronations. Learn more about The National Archives by visiting their website nationalarchives.gov.uk Image shows the British Flag. In a white circle in the middle it reads: 'The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III & Her Majesty The Queen Consort', an image of a crown is

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10:51

S1 Ep1699: Royal Correspondent Looks Ahead To The...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/04/27

RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell has been speaking to BBC Royal Correspondent Nicholas Witchell, ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III. They discuss a little of the King’s past and look at what we can expect from the historic and religious ceremony. #RNIBConnect Image shows Nicholas Witchell. He's dressed in a dark grey suit with a white shirt and a blue tie.

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S1 Ep1694: 'Remarkable Rhythm' Heads Out On Tour

RNIB Connect ·

2023/04/27

A new dance performance has been specially created with blind and partially sighted audience members in mind. Hywel Davies finds out what ‘Remarkable Rhythms’ is all about. All of the touring dates for 'Remarkable Rhythm' can be found here: Remarkable Rhythm — Krystal S. Lowe (krystalslowe.com) Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo. Upon a green background 3 rows of text. 'RNIB' on top written in bold white capital letters, 'Connect Radio' below and underline with a thick

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S1 Ep1696: Coronation Recipe For Easy Hot Water...

RNIB Connect ·

2023/04/26

Are you ready for a long weekend of celebrations? Well, whether you’re planning for a cosy tea party or a lively street party, you definitely can’t go wrong with a delicious recipe that can be shared with everyone. Sharing her perfect Coronation Weekend recipe for her easy hot water pastry and some suggestions of delicious toppings is British Royal Navy veteran, blind baker, and author Penny Melville Brown OBE. Ingredients for hot water pastry: 250g pack lard 270g water 535g plain flour 135g

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