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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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5:35

S2 Ep1655: Sight Village Glasgow 2026 - Sight Loss...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/18

Amelia went to Glasgow Sight Village, the leading exhibition for blind and partially sighted people. She spoke to Francesca Munoz from the Sight Loss Councils Scotland team about their upcoming inclusive one-day music festival and training sighted guides for VI runners.Learn more on the sight loss council website - Scotland - Sight Loss CouncilImage 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

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9:00

S2 Ep1654: Get To Know RNIB's Energy Advice Service

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/18

For many people, balancing rising energy costs with keeping homes safe and warm, is becoming more and more of a challenge. RNIB’s ‘Energy Advice Service’ can offer practical advice to help. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.There's lots more information about RNIB's Energy Advice Service on their website - Energy saving advice for blind and partially sighted people | RNIB

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6:32

S2 Ep1653: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax With HMRC

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/17

HMRC are making changes to the way that some people need to file income tax. Hywel Davies has been hearing more about the changes and what you need to do if you’re affected.More information is available on the Gov.UK website - Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - GOV.UK

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7:46

S2 Ep1652: #Halffareunfair campaign for concession...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/16

Campaigners in Northern Ireland are aiming to expand concessionary transport for a wider range of blind and partially sighted people.Amelia learned more from Julianne Crothers who shares why the cause is so important to her.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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10:31

S2 Ep1651: The Story Behind The Gift

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/16

Barry Snell joins director Josh Feder to go behind the lens of RNIB’s latest legacy advert. They discuss his creative process, career, and the power of collaborating with the sight-loss community.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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10:55

S2 Ep1650: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/13

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 visits to UK political parties and The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers.If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.ukYou can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999Or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.#RNIBConnectImage

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7:01

S2 Ep1646: Seagull Trust Cruises Work With RNIB To...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/13

Fancy a relaxed boat-cruise on the Scottish canals? Amelia spoke to Stuart Rennie from Segaull Trust cruises about their new audio-described trips developed with RNIB.Learn more and book your place by calling 07511055081 or email rathobookings@seagulltrustcruises.org.ukLearn more on the Seagull Trust Cruises website - Seagull Trust CruisesImage 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

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3:36

S2 Ep1649: RNIB Helpline and Customer Care Team

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/13

Let’s find out more about RNIB’s Helpline and Customer Care Team. Here’s David Hogg…

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11:16

S2 Ep1649: VI Actor And Musician Heather Seymour On...

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2026/03/13

Visually Impaired Actor Heather Seymour is on the BBC show ‘Can You Keep A Secret?’ and told Amelia about her career in acting and music, and shared tips for other people interested in acting.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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4:27

S2 Ep1645: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Top Hat AD theatre...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/13

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 we have Chichester Festival Theatre’s touring production of ‘Top Hat’ as it visited the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre with description by Professional Audio Describers Nadine Beasley and Jonathan Nash. .About ‘Top Hat’Based on the classic 1935 movie starring Fred

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5:52

S2 Ep1648: Talking Tandems Chairman David Ross

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/13

If you’re in or around the Fife area and want to get involved in a Tandem group then our David Hogg has got some information for you…

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8:12

S2 Ep1647: Rob Sears Attending WrestleMania With...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/13

What’s it like attending a major wrestling event when you’re living with sight loss? David Hogg spoke to Rob Sears whose done just that…

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5:41

S2 Ep1644: Share Your Experiences Of Visual Imagination

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/12

A study from Cardiff University is hoping to uncover more information on the potential links between sight loss and visual imagination. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.To take part in the survey, visit the Cardiff University Website - Invitation to participate in research on visual imagination and sight impairment - Cardiff University

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11:26

S2 Ep1643: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/10

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 Wales and RNIB’s Swap With Me bus travel work.If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.ukYou can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.#RNIBConnectImage shows Simon smiling

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9:28

S2 Ep1637: Film Review - Golden Spurtle

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/10

Looking for an uplifting watch? Amelia and Hubert are here with a warm and comforting recommendation. You can watch The Golden Spurtle with AD on Apple TV +Image shows "The Golden Spurtle" poster. A cartoonised poster showing an array of intriguing characters. A man in a sharp suit sits at a centre tartan podium with a banner which reads: "World Porridge Championship." He's enjoying a glowing bowl of porridge. Behind him 6 characters, from left to right a tall serious man fills a pot with oats, a

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8:18

S2 Ep1642: Meet The Caversham Visually Impaired...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/06

If you know the difference between a pilot and a stoker then you might be just the person to join a growing cycling club in Berkshire. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.

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6:37

S2 Ep1641: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Lightning Thief:...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/06

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 the arrival of the Percy Jackson universe to the Birmingham Hippodrome with ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical’ following on from Rick Riordan’s best-selling novels, the two movies and the Disney TV series too with description by Professional

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7:55

S2 Ep1639: Katie Piper On Supermarket Accessibility

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/05

How can the weekly shop be a better experience for blind and partially sighted people? Amelia spoke to disability activist Katie Piper about Navilens comingto Fruit Shoot and recent research exploring sight loss and supermarket experiences...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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4:04

S2 Ep1638: March 2026 Alamanc

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/05

March is here which means another monthly almanac from Amelia. Here are some celebrations and birdsongs to look forward to…P.S. Don’t forget the clocks go forward on Sunday the 29th March too!Learn more about the nature you can enjoy all year round 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 underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is

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9:39

S2 Ep1638: RNIB See Work Differently Placement -...

RNIB Connect ·

2026/03/05

RNIB is creating opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to gain practical experience. Hywel Davies caught up with members of RNIB’s Policy and Campaigns team to hear their experiences of the ‘See Work Differently’ scheme.

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