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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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5:36

S2 Ep1206: Nigel Limb June 2025

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/02

Let’s catch up with Nigel Limb and find out what our resident petrolhead has been up to

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7:58

S2 Ep1205: Paralympian Hangs Up Her Bicycle Clips.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/02

After a hugely successful career as a record breaking, multi medal winning, Para Cyclist, Lora Fachie will now step back from competitive cycling. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Lora about her racing career and her new role with British Blind Sport. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black letters With A Solid Pink Line Below

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5:49

S2 Ep1204: UK Sight Loss Charity Responds To...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/02

UK sight loss charity RNIB, along with other disability organisations, have driven a campaign to make the UK Labour Government reverse it’s proposed changes to welfare payments for some of the most vulnerable people in society.The changes would see many disabled people lose thousands of pounds a year, which they use to offset the extra costs of having a disability. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Sophie Dudgeon, RNIB’s Head of Campaigns & Public Affairs, to discuss the results of

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10:29

S2 Ep1201: Glaucoma Awareness Week, Ticking Timebomb...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/01

For Glaucoma Awareness week 2025 (30 June-6 July 2025) the Association of Optometrists (AOP) have published a research report revealing that there is a ticking time bomb of preventable sight loss. The report highlights that nearly half of people with the condition – often called the ‘invisible condition’ – remain undiagnosed, with some losing significant sight before noticing symptoms. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of The Association of Optometrists

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8:45

S2 Ep1200: RNIB Legacy Garden on Show at RHS Flower...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/01

Multi-award winning Garden Designer Paul Hervey-Brookes has designed the RNIB Legacy Garden at the RHS Flower Show Wentworth Woodhouse 2025 (16-20 July 2025) supported by the players of the People’s Postcode Lottery. Helen Smith RNIB’s Head of Legacy Engagement explains to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey how the garden came about, working with Paul on the garden, how the garden will help to show the general public what it is like living with sight loss through elements of the garden including the

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9:46

Clara In Conversation Podcast, Interview With Claire...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/01

Would you like to hear about how Claire Forde, a blind podcaster chatting about the various people she has interviewed? Well, Jennifer Murray catches up with Claire to find out more. If you would like to listen to Clara In Conversation podcast, you can go to the following link: https://www.youtube.com/@clarainconversation678 Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line

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4:30

S2 Ep1195: July Almanac - History, Nature, Folklore

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/01

What seasonal foods can you enjoy in July? Amelia is back with another monthly almanac. Learn more about the nature and birds of July on the RSPB website - RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation Charity Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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16:50

S2 Ep1198: Shrewsbury Repair Café Create Audio...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/01

Do you have an item that needs fixing? Your local repair café might be able to help for free. Amelia spoke to the Shrewsbury repair café team to learn about their repair and socialising opportunities and their new audio described visit. Learn more about the Shrewsbury repair café on their website - Shrewsbury Repair Cafe Listen to the audio described visit on their facebook page - https://fb.watch/Azp6y6iI8J/ Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold

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6:06

S2 Ep1197: Which UK Airports Are Providing Great...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/07/01

The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have published their latest report into the standards of service provided to disabled travellers, and those with limited mobility, through UK airports. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Anna Bowles, from the CAA, to find out the rankings and how they are scored. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo, White Background With RNIB in Bold Black Letters With A Solid Pink Line Below

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7:29

1197: Jasmine Thien’s One Woman Show ‘I Dream in...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/30

Jasmine Thien is a blind Actor, writer, poet, and stand-up comedian who is bringing her one woman show ‘I Dream in Colour’ to the Edinburgh fringe Festival this year with a couple of previews in London beforehand on 22 and 23 July 2025. Jasmine began by reminding RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about what ‘I Dream in Colour’ is all about and how the semi-autobiographical show has changed over the last couple of years from initially workshopping the show, a couple of performances in London to the

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6:56

S2 Ep1196: Artist Rooms At The National Galleries Of...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/30

On the 16th July the National Galleries Of Scotland (NGS) are hosting a descriptive gallery tour followed by a practical workshop for visitors with a visual impairment. This month they explore some magnificent and diverse works from ARTIST ROOMS, the national touring collection cared for jointly by the National Galleries of Scotland and Tate. Amelia spoke to Meg Faragher to learn more. Learn more on the NGS Website - Visually Impaired Programme Live (in gallery) | ARTIST ROOMS | National

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8:34

S2 Ep1195: David Maddocks Southampton Sight Sponsored...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/30

Let’s catch up with David Maddocks who recently completed a 160-mile walk of the Camino de Santiago to raise money for Southampton Sight. He’s been speaking to David Hogg…

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S2 Ep1189: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/28

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 welfare campaigning, new shop, a flower clock and some great news for audio description. 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 9999 Or ask your Amazon device to call RNIB's

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8:52

S2 Ep1194: Sensational Museum Showcase

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/27

The Sensational Museum is a research project radically re-thinking the role of senses in museums.This July they are gathering together to share and celebrate their work over the last 2 years. Amelia spoke to Hannah Thompson to learn more. Join for the online showcase on 2nd July 2025, at 3pm, using the eventbrite link - The Sensational Museum: Online Showcase Tickets, Wed 2 Jul 2025 at 15:00 | Eventbrite They're also holding an in-person showcase in central London, on 4th July 2025 from 2pm,

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6:42

S2 Ep1193: What Does The UK Government’s Welfare...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/27

The UK Government has made some concessions to its plans for changes to Personal Independence Payments and Universal Credit.Although there are some grey areas, with a better update on Monday June 30th, they have made the following proposed updates, which will go before Parliament on July 1st. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Roisin Jacklin, from RNIB’s Campaigns Team, to look at some of the suggested changes. If you’d like to read more on this, go to

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1:52

S2 Ep1192: Relaunch of RNIB Products And Advice...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/27

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to get hands on with the products but also to chat with RNIB staff, like ECLO Angela O'Kane. Barry Snell caught up with Angela to learn more about her day to day role as an Eye Care Liaison Officer Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’

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2:22

S2 Ep1191: Relaunch Of RNIB Belfast Products And...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/27

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to get hands on with the products but also to chat with RNIB staff. RNIB volunteer Liam McKinney was there helping out & he is keen to start a new group for young people with the aim of making life easier for people with sight loss. He’s been talking to RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold

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2:48

S2 Ep1190: Relaunch Of RNIB products And Advice...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/27

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to get hands on with the products but also to chat with RNIB staff. One lady who popped in for a chat was Caroline Hunter. Barry Snell caught up with Caroline for a chat. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a

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3:49

S2 Ep1188: Relaunch of RNIB Belfast Product And...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/27

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to try out the new store and also to chat with the RNIB staff, including volunteer Julie Anne Crothers, who was keen to raise awareness about the sight condition Charles Bonnet Syndrome Barry Snell caught up with Julie Anne, to learn more.. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink

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3:48

S2 Ep1187: Relaunch of RNIB products And Advice...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/06/27

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to try out the new store and also to chat with the RNIB staff, including Digital Skills, Engagement & Events officer Jackie Brown. Barry Snell caught up with Jackie, to learn more about her role. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’

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