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RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station sharing stories of people living with sight loss. Listen to blind and partially sighted people talk about a wide range of topics of relevance to them and join the conversation yourself by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Connect - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially sighted

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5:07

S2 Ep674: It’s Flu and Covid Vaccination Time Again

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/10/21

After a bit of a break over the summer we have started up again our regular check ins with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick and as we move from autumn into winter this week we are talking all about the importance of getting your flu and Covid vaccinations if you are eligible. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey firstly about who is eligible for the flu vaccinations, to then talking about the Covid vaccinations, where people are being asked to go and get their

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8:24

S2 Ep673: Guide Dog Blogs - Rachel Andrews - Funny...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/10/15

On Guide Dog Blogs this week we meet Biggy, called that for a reason according to Rachel, his mum. She tells us about some of his funny habits, and it’s certainly an upbeat listen. (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

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7:10

S2 Ep672: Guide Dog Blogs - Jade Sharp - Travel Tips

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/10/15

On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert speaks to Jade and finds out her travel tips for getting around with her guide dog. (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

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9:38

S2 Ep671: Victoria Smurfit talks starring in the new...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/10/08

A modern adaptation of the famous Jilly Cooper 1988 novel Rivals is launching on Disney Plus on the 18th of October. The show stars Aidan Turner, David Tennant and Victoria Smurfit, who plays the character of Maud O’Hara. Hubert got a chance to chat to her about the show, and her work with the RNIB. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters.

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7:49

S2 Ep670: Dave Heeley Completes Western Front Way...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/10/07

Blind Dave Heeley is no stranger to a challenge, however few could have been as emotional as his latest one. Dave and his team took on the Western Front Way Challenge, a 600 mile cycle through the French and Belgian battlegrounds of WW1. Dave was fundraising for his beloved Albion Foundation. Barry Snell caught up with Dave to hear all about it.

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17:54

S2 Ep669: 'Shadow Of An Echo' Photography Exhibition

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/30

'Shadow Of An Echo' exhibition explores a photographer’s sight loss through surreal self-portraits. Currently on show at Clydebank Art Gallery and Museum, the exhibition will stay there until 29th of October 2024. RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew went to check it out and spoke with the Digital Photographic Artist behind it, Robert H. King. The free audio described tour will take place on Friday 11th of October 2024, to book your spot visit: Robert H. King (rhking.art) Image: Robert in the

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16:36

S2 Ep668: Chatting Women's Financial Wellbeing With...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/30

Let's focus on financial wellbeing today, and specifically financial wellbeing in relation to women. Recent figures show that women need to work an extra 19 years to close the gender pension gap. Joining Paulina Kuchorew on the Happy Hour to talk about where these gender disadvantages stem from and also how this inspired her to write a book empowering women to take control of their finances is author and award winning Chartered Financial Planner Amanda Redman. Amanda's book: 'Dare To Be Fair:

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8:13

S2 Ep668: What's Paths To Literacy?

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/30

Today we’re going to hear about a resource hub designed to support literacy skills of children and young people with visual impairments. Joining our Paulina Kuchorew to talk about Paths To Literacy, is content manager and teacher of the visually impaired, Lisha Yochimowitz. Image: RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters.

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8:50

S2 Ep665: Guide Dog Blogs – Zein Talks Flying With...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/25

Have you ever thought of taking your guide dog onto an airplane? Well on Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert speaks to Zein once again about her experience, and asks whether she’d do it again…

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6:41

S2 Ep664: VocalEyes What’s On 23 September 2024

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/23

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included: Evening Audio Described Tour: Ranjit Singh - Friday 27 September, 5.30pm, the Wallace Collection, London Akram Khan’s Giselle - Saturday

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8:14

S2 Ep663: Guide Dog Blogs Chris Wallace – Public...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/18

This week on Guide Dog Blogs we chat to Chris Wallace from Berkshire Stags again, and ask him about his dog and how he finds traveling on public transport.

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7:37

S2 Ep662: Walli Nuri Sight Loss Story

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/11

Walli lost his sight after stepping on an explosive device as he was working for the British forces, since then however, he’s gotten married, re-discovered running, taken part in many competitions, and wrote a book about his experiences. In this podcast he spoke to Hubert about his experience.

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7:30

S2 Ep662: Guide Dog Blogs: Zein – Outdoor Activities

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/10

This week, Hubert speaks to PHD student researcher Zein about how she takes her guide dog on outdoor trips including hiking.

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6:08

S2 Ep661: Preparing For A Glasswalk

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/10

Barry Snell chats to Claire Merritt about her upcoming Glasswalk challenge. Claire is fundraising for My Vision Oxfordshire, who have been a massive help since her sight loss began in 2021.Click to find out more about MyVision Oxfordshire

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10:07

S2 Ep660: Let's Chat Sexual Health Week With SASH

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/09/06

How is sexual health linked to mental health? Paulina spoke to local wellbeing service SASH ‘Support and Advice on Sexual Health’ (SASH) to learn more for this year’s Sexual Health Week and why they would like to hear from blind and partially sighted people. Sexual Health Week runs from the 9th till 15th of September. To find out more about SASH visit: sashlondon.org Image shows SASH's logo. On a white background 'sash' written in small rounded letters in a deep pink colour.

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4:49

S2 Ep659: Millie’s Sight Loss Story – Visualising Art...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/08/22

Have you ever wondered what it’s like for a blind or partially sighted person to visualise art? Hubert has been speaking to Millie, a graphics student about her sight loss journey, and how she makes art accessible for her.

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6:46

S2 Ep659: Guide Dog Blogs – Chris Wallace – Shopping...

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/08/22

On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert once again chats to Chris Wallace from Berkshire Stags, this time all about going shopping and visiting restaurants.

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7:58

S2 Ep658: VocalEyes What’s On 20 August 2024

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/08/20

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included: Descriptive Tour and Workshop: The Collection - Sunday 25 August, 11am, national Portrait Gallery, London Fantastically Great Women Who

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6:36

S2 Ep657: Guide Dog Blogs Chris Wallace on Cricket

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/08/12

In our weekly Guide Dog Blogs feature, Hubert talks to Chris Wallace and asks him about how he takes his guide dog to Cricket matches.

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6:54

S2 Ep656: Guide Dog Blogs Luci Franks – Public Transport

RNIB Conversations ·

2024/08/12

In this edition of Guide Dog Blogs, Hubert speaks to Luci Franks as he tries to get some tips on traveling with your guide dog on trains and buses.

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