Loading...

PODCAST

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

government non-profit

All Episodes

3:51

S2 Ep1725: Hable Speechlabels Available in the RNIB...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/06

Time to browse through some of the products that are available in the RNIB’s online shop as Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop buying administrator gives RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey a walk through some of the items that are currently on display including the Hable Speechlabels. Designed for blind and partially sighted people, the Hable Speechlabels are QR labels scanned by your smartphone allowing you to quickly and clearly identify everyday items through recorded labels and messages.To find out more

en

9:06

S2 Ep1722: RNIB See Work Differently Placement -...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/05

RNIB’s See Work Differently Placement programme offers placements across RNIB Teams and gives people with sight loss the chance to gain real work experience with supportive employers and move closer to the jobs and futures they want. RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew is joined by Anita Marshall from the Legal Right Service team at RNIB, as well as Hannah Barrett who is currently doing her placement as an admin assistant within Anita’s team.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white

en

12:11

S2 Ep1724: New Documentary Showcases Women's Blind...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/05

A sensational goal scored by the England Women’s Blind Football team has been featured in a new documentary. Hywel Davies has been finding out how the project came about and what an impact it could have on the sport.You can find the fully-accessible documentary on Veo's YouTube page - Signal And Noise: The Łucja Wyrwantowicz Story

en

7:38

S2 Ep1723: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/02

Each week, on RNIB Connect Radio we sit down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity.This week Simon began by celebrating and thanking all of the Team RNIB runners who took part in the 2026 London Marathon raising over £200,00 for the RNIB and then to the incredible £15million milestone in flexible funding since 2018 raised by players of the Postcode Lottery, awarded by the Postcode Care Trust to the RNIB supporting many areas of

en

5:28

S2 Ep1721: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - To Kill a...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/01

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 another audio described theatre review.This week Vidar is reviewing an award-winning stage adaptation of one of his favourite books as the current touring production of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ visited the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describer Jonathan Nash.About ‘To Kill a

en

5:15

S2 Ep1720: Wellbeing Benefits Of Birdspotting With RSPB

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/01

As International Dawn Chorus day approaches, how can birdsong boost your wellebing?Amelia gets tips from RSPB Wildlife Expert Beth Dean ahead of International Dawn Chorus day.Learn more about International Dawn Chorus Day on the RSPB website - RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation CharityImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a

en

9:05

S2 Ep1741: Why Do People Of All Ages Get Into...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/01

It’s time to celebrate the huge, positive, difference that volunteers make to charities across the UK.Today Barry Snell talks to RNIB's volunteer facilitator Angela Davey.For more details on volunteering with RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk/volunteering#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

en

9:00

S2 Ep1723: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/01

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio speak to some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re working on at the moment. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved , email campaigns@rnib.org.ukYou can visit rnib.org.uk/news or call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999Follow @RNIB_Campaigns on your socials or search for RNIB Campaigns

en

11:08

S2 Ep1711: Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/01

We are celebrating the power of people helping other people and an incredible £15 million in flexible funding raised by players of the Postcode Lottery supporting the work that the RNIB does to help blind and partially sighted people live more independently and with greater confidence too.One such area of the RNIB’s work is the Visibly Better Employer Standard helping employers to support their visually impaired staff and job seekers too.The Aneurin Bevan university Health Board in Wales was the

en

10:00

S2 Ep1724: Support For Blind & Partially Sighted...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/05/01

If your blind or partially sighted and voting in the 2026 UK elections, there are various pieces of assistive technology, and staff support, on offer to help you cast your vote independently and in secret.There are differences around the UK, so what can you expect?RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to RNIB to find out what you are entitled to.If you’d like more info on what’s available to help you vote, accessibly, go to www.rnib.org.uk and search for voting.You can also call your local

en

8:13

S2 Ep1723: Will You Join 'The Big Do'?

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/29

This June The Eden Project are encouraging communities across Scotland to come together for ‘The Big Do’. Hywel Davies has been finding out how you can join the fun.Visit the Eden Project website for more information on The Big Do - The big do - Eden Project communities

en

6:52

S2 Ep1719: Identifying Birds By Song With RSPB

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/29

A symphony of beautiful birdsong will take place on the 3rd of May, but how can you recognise birds using their song? Amelia gets tips from RSPB Wildlife Expert Beth Dean ahead of International Dawn Chorus day.Tune in again to learn how birdsong can boost your wellbeing.Learn more about International Dawn Chorus Day on the RSPB website - RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation CharityImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and

en

4:02

S2 Ep1718: An Introduction To International Dawn...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/27

On the 3rd of May many birds will sing together in a symphony, Amelia is here to learn more about how to enjoy the dawn chorus with Beth Dean from RSPB.Tune in again for tips on identifying birds by their song and how listening can boost your wellbeing.Learn more about International Dawn Chorus Day on the RSPB website - RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation CharityImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold

en

3:37

S2 Ep1721: Call for Musicians for Elizabeth Eagle...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/27

If you’re a blind or partially sighted musician whose received funding from the Elizabeth Eagle Bot Memorial Fund then you could perform at a prestigious London venue this summer. David Hogg finds out more…Please submit your expression of interest using this form by Wednesday 6th May 2026. If you require the form in an alternative format, please contact: mas@rnib.org.uk

en

7:06

S2 Ep1721: How Accessible Is Taking Part In TV...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/27

What’s it like taking part in the filming of television programme if you’re blind or partially sighted? Hywel Davies has been hearing about the experiences of one participant in a new series from the BBC.You can find Anum's episode of 'Shift the Thrift' on the BBC iPlayer - BBC One - Shift the Thrift, Series 1, Bridgend

en

3:56

S2 Ep1721: Taking Part in RNIB's See Work Differently...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/27

Barry Snell chats to Daryl Stewart to find out what it’s like participating in RNIB’s See Work Differently Program.Learn more about RNIB's See Work Differently ProgramImage shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

en

14:09

Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone Supports the...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/24

We are celebrating the power of people helping other people and an incredible £15 million in flexible funding raised by players of the Postcode Lottery supporting the work that the RNIB does to help blind and partially sighted people live more independently and with greater confidence too.One area that has been supported by the flexible funding is the RNIB Helpline and the role of the Digital Skills Advisors.RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Mohammed one of the RNIB Helpline Digital

en

7:47

S2 Ep1717: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/24

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity.This week Simon talks about his visit to Belfast and RNIB Connect Radio’s ARIA nomination for their Read On show.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 call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999Or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's

en

9:44

S2 Ep1716: Campaigns Update From RNIB Northern Ireland

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/24

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell talks with the Campaigns team from RNIB in Northern Ireland, to discuss some of the latest pieces of work the team are undertaking.Today Paula Beattie, RNIB Northern Ireland, talks about work with MLA Politicians on E-Scooter concerns and a look ahead to work, already underway, for the 2027 elections, to be as a accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted voters.If you’d like more info from the team in Northern Ireland, email

en

5:27

S2 Ep1715: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC Henry V, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/04/24

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 another audio described theatre review. This time we have Shakespeare’s retelling of the initial phase of the Lancastrian war, part of the hundred years war as RSC Co-Artistic Director Tamara Harvey directs Alfred Enoch as Henry V at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon with description by

en

2,451 results

Similar Podcasts

Big Cabbage Radio

Mike Chmielewski

Spirit Force

Michael Basham

Ones Ready

Aaron Love, Trent Seegmiller, and Jared...

Frontlinjen

RADIO IIII

The Government Technology Insider Podcast

Government Technology Insider