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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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8:40

S2 Ep1547: UK Guide Dogs Charity Reflects On 2025

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/22

As we draw closer to the end of 2025, the CEO of Guide Dogs has been looking back at the year and ahead to 2026. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Andrew Lennox to find out how the charity has faired through the year. To learn more about Guide Dogs, go to www.guidedogs.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

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9:38

S2 Ep1546: RNIB Campaigns 2025 Review

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/22

RNIB Connect Radio caught up with members of RNIB’s Campaigns team to hear about some of the most successful work undertaken this year, and a look ahead to what 2026 might hold.

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14:33

S2 Ep1542: RNIB Volunteers Visit Windsor Castle For...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/19

RNIB volunteers attended an event by the Big Help Out and The Big Lunch, for their majesties the King and Queen and the President and First Lady of Germany.Jonathan Abro represented the RNIB volunteers and told amelia about his experience. Learn more about The Big Help out here - The Big Help Out | Returning in 2026 – Get Involved Listen to Jonathan Abro's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break.

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11:17

S2 Ep1545: Sight Loss Sports Charity Reflects On 2025.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/19

As we approach the end of 2025, RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport, to look back at the year and ahead to 2026. To find out more about the charity, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

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12:18

S2 Ep1544: Lord Holmes Calls For Urgent Employment...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/19

Lord Chris Holmes has raised a question in the UK House Of Lords regarding the shocking employment gap faced by blind and partially sighted people.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Lord Holmes about the figures, the reasons for the worsening gap and what can be done to help more visually impaired people into employment. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

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11:58

S2 Ep1543: What's Your Filing Style?

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/18

Are you an early-bird, a dipper or a last-minute panicker? Hywel Davies has been speaking to HMRC to find out about each of the “filing-styles” people are using for their Self Assessment tax return.For more information on Self Assessment, visit the Gov.uk website - Self Assessment tax returns: Overview - GOV.UK

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8:45

S2 Ep1541: More Support for Blind and Partially...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/18

RNIB Scotland has a new project which aims to provide more advice, support, events and community connections for blind and partially sighted people living in rural or isolated areas of Scotland. David Hogg spoke to Lorna Small from Brora.

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11:12

S2 Ep1539: Sporting CEO Looks Back At 2025.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/18

David Clarke is the Chief Exec of the British Paralympic Association and he’s been talking with RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell about 2025 and what 2026 holds for the organisation. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters A Solid Pink Line Below with Connect Radio Underneath

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14:11

S2 Ep1538: International Tournament For Disabled...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/18

A major international golf tournament for golfers with a wide range of disabilities, including those who are blind or partially sighted, will be taking place in the USA, this summer.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke with Jim Gales from Phoenix Golf and Mark Arnold from American Blind Golf. Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters A Solid Pink Below With Connect Radio Underneath

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12:15

S2 Ep1537: Road Experience Training Track For VI...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/17

A road experience training track for visually impaired people has opened in Stapleford, which is the first of it's kind in the UK. It features traffic lights, button-operated crossings, bus stops, kerbs, road and pavement markings and has tactile maps provided by RNIB.Amelia spoke to Ryan Vaughan, Economic Development Officer from Broxtowe Borough Council, and Rebecca Morley, a Habilitation Specialist at Guide Dogs, who approached Bthe council about creating the space. Learn more on the Broxtowe

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7:20

S2 Ep1536: Hair And Care Festive Prize Draw

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/17

Hair And Care are hosting a Christmas Prize Draw to raise funds that support their work with blind and low vision women. Amelia speaks to Amie Douglas to hear about why they're running the draw and the prizes contestants can win. Learn more on their website - Hair&Care | Self care Workshops for the Visually Impaired Community in Greater London

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6:38

S2 Ep1535: Getting Active With VICTA

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/17

VICTA are giving blind and partially sighted young people the chance to try a number of different sports over the next few weeks. Hywel Davies has been finding out about some of the opportunities. More information on each of the activities can be found on the VICTA website: Free Junior Partially Sighted Football Taster Session - Manchester - VICTA Lancashire Lions Sports Family Day - VICTA Free Cycling Taster Day at the National Cycling Centre in Manchester - VICTA

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5:34

S2 Ep1534: Henshaws 12 Days Of Giving Appeal

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/17

Henshaws are running a 12 Days Of Giving Appeal to support for the Artmakers at the Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre in Knaresborough. The sessions support visually impaired and disabled adults to express themselves creatively. Amelia learned more from Senior Philanthropy Manager Flora Simpson... Learn more on their website - Craft Activities for Visually Impaired and Disabled Adults - Henshaws Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital

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8:49

S2 Ep1533: Leading US Sight Loss Charity Reflects on...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/17

RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell has been talking to Chris Danielsen, from the National Federation of the Blind in the USA, about some of their highlights and challenges of 2025. To get more info on their work, go to www.nfb.org #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letter A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

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7:06

1570: Archie MacGregor 20 Marathons for RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/16

Archie MacGregor has been running marathons for the RNIB since the mid-2000s. Having recently completed his 20th race, he caught up with David Hogg.

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9:11

S2 Ep1532: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/12

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 the charity’s annual report, sight loss charity meetings and farewell drinks as he approaches the end of his time as CEO. 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 your Smart

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3:52

S2 Ep1531: Look UK Celebrate With Accessible Panto

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/12

Look UK are heading to an accessible Panto this Saturday to get in the festive spirit. Amelia spoke to Elin Williams about what they're looking forward to most. Learn more about Look UK on their website - LOOK – Supporting Visually Impaired Young People to Thrive

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6:54

S2 Ep1530: See Cymru Differently

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/12

David Hogg finds out about a new project from RNIB Cymru to raise accessibility standards and eye health awareness in Wales…

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2:35

S2 Ep1529: RNIB's Incoming CEO Simon Antrobus Shares...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/11

In this episode Hubert speaks to RNIB's Incoming CEO Simon Antrobus to get his thoughts on his first evening of festive music. Image shows Get Gospel choir performing in Westminster Chapel. With the ceiling lit up in soft blues, colourful festive lights strung up and a Christmas tree on stage, the venue looks beautifully festive. A captive audience looks upon the four performers as they sing their hearts out.

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4:13

S2 Ep1528: RNIB's Matt Stringer Reflects On The...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/12/11

In this podcast Hubert speaks to RNIB CEO Matt Stringer, to get his thoughts on the great event. Image shows Get Gospel choir performing in Westminster Chapel. With the ceiling lit up in soft blues, colourful festive lights strung up and a Christmas tree on stage, the venue looks beautifully festive. A captive audience looks upon the four performers as they sing their hearts out.

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