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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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7:06

S2 Ep1092: National Theatre London Audio Description...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/22

Now for the next in our regular slots here on RNIB Connect Radio highlighting what is on offer at the National Theatre in London for blind and partially sighted people with audio description.RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined again by David Bellwood, Head of Access at the National Theatre to chat about a few up-coming audio described shows at the NT and a couple that are available online with audio description via NTatHome.com. Audio described performances included: Here We Are -

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S2 Ep1091: Get Involved In Local And National...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/22

UK sight loss charity RNIB, runs monthly Campaigns Groups to help inform and carry out their campaigning strategies. They’re looking for more blind and partially sighted people to get involved and you can do it from the comfort of your own home. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Clay Nash, from RNIB, to find out more… If you’d like to get involved, email campaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 9999 #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo, White Background RNIB In Bold Black Letters With A

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4:51

S2 Ep1086: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Only Fools and Horses...

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2025/04/18

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 the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025.This week we have the smash-hit musical that is ‘Only Fools and Horses The Musical’ as the current tour visited the Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describers Julia Grundy and Ellie Packer. About ‘Only Fools and

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9:31

S2 Ep1089: Josh Loebner - Global Head Of Inclusive...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/17

Josh Loebner, PhD, has 20 years of experience in advertising and inclusive design. He is partially sighted supports global brand initiatives centering on inclusive design, disability, and accessibility. He also does research focused on greater disability inclusion within integrated marketing campaigns, and the advertising creative process. Here he is talking to Amelia about his career so far and the changes he's experienced in the industry. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white

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5:10

Sound Arounds Ards Talking Newspaper, Interview With...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/17

Would you like to learn all about Sound Around Ards Talking Newspaper? Well Jennifer Murray chats to Alison Coyle to find out more. If you would like to contact Sound Around Ards Talking Newspaper, you can do so in the following ways: Sound Arounds Ards Email Address: soundaroundards@outlook.com Mobile: 07977473080 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. Underneath the

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9:50

S2 Ep1090: Accessible Voting for the Local Elections...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/17

With the up-coming local elections in England on 1 May 2025 RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Tom Skelton, RNIB policy Officer and lead on accessible voting to explain all about how to request reasonable adjustments at the polling station to make the experience as accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted people. Tom outlines the types of accessible voting that you can request to have at the polling station, the forms of ID that you now need to show when turning up to

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9:57

S2 Ep1088: Blind Faith Wearable Tactile Ramadan Calendar

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/16

Ramadan is traditionally observed through visual cues like moon sightings and printed prayer timetables.Bank Al Etihad and VML Jordan have created a wearable tactile calendar to support blind and partially sighted Muslims engage in traditions independently. Amelia spoke to Basel Jumaa, Executive Creative Director, and Josh Loebner, Global Head of Inclusive Design, to learn more. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and

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4:26

S2 Ep1087: Accessible Easter Egg Hunt

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/16

Are you looking for some accessible easter fun? The Farm at Wellsgreen are hosting are bleeping egg hunt this Friday from 3 to 7 pm. Amelia learned more from Pete about the farm and how you can enjoy searching for chocolate. Learn more on their website - The Farm at Wellsgreen | Farm Visits, Farm Walks and Events in Fife 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

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23:52

S2 Ep1085: UK Sight Loss Charity Transforms Its...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/11

The UK’s leading sight loss charity, RNIB, has recently undergone a 10 month Transformation Programme.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to CEO Matt Stringer to find out why the programme was necessary and what the changes will mean for staff and customers. If you’d like to find out more about RNIB’s work, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can also call the Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask your Alexa device to “Call RNIB’s Helpline”. Image Shows RNIB CEO Matt Stringer smiling at the camera, with a

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6:14

S2 Ep1083: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Edward II, AD Theatre...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/11

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 the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025.This week we have murder and fight scenes with blood a plenty too on stage with the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Christopher Marlow’s Edward II with description by Professional Audio Describers Julia Grundy and Ellie Packer. About

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10:32

S2 Ep1084: Is Farming A Viable Career Path For Blind...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/11

The Inclusive Farm is proving that farming and agricultural work is something that can be made accessible for people with disabilities. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Mike Duxbury from Inclusive Farm to find out how the concept is going from strength to strength and changing people’s attitudes to disability in the workplace. If you’d like to find out more about Inclusive Farm, go to https://inclusivefarm.co.uk/ #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo

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9:47

S2 Ep1083: Royal Ballet and Opera House Audio...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/10

The Royal Ballet and Opera House in London continue their access programme with three up-coming opera productions this spring and summer with audio described performances, touch tours and introductory notes for blind and partially sighted people.RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined from the Royal Opera House by Jack Blue, Executive Assistant to the Directors of Opera and Senior Project Co-Ordinator Elliott Henry to find out more about three great audio described opera

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17:39

S2 Ep1082: 'Can We Do It Different' Campaign Launches...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/10

Whether it’s going out to eat, heading to the gym or dancing the night away with friends, a new campaign in Wales is asking ‘Can We Do It Different?’. Hywel Davies has been speaking to the campaign’s organiser to find out more. To sign the petition's website to add your support - Support a campaign called #Canwedoitdifferent to promote accessibility across Wales - Petitions

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7:20

Wakefield Talking Newspaper, Interview With Jane Becker.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/09

Would you like to learn all about Wakefield Talking Newspaper? Well, Jennifer Murray chats to Jane Becker to find out more.You can listen to Wakefield Talking Newspaper on their website, via the British Wireless For The Blind's Talking Newspaper app, and on Alexa and other smartspeakers. Should you wish to contact Wakefield Talking Newspaper, you can contact them in the following

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6:31

S2 Ep1081: Disability Rights UK Form New Co-Working...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/09

Disability Rights Uk are working to further embed co-production in their work by forming a co-production group.Amelia learned more about the organisation and how this group will amplify the voices of disabled people… Learn more about Disability Rights UK on their website - Disability Rights UK | We are Disabled people working for an inclusive society 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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7:00

S2 Ep1080: See With Me At Edinburgh Fruitmarket

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/09

Edinburgh Fruitmarket is hosting a exhibition with art by blind and partially sighted creators until the 11th April as part of a larger project to make the space and exhibitions more accessible for VI people. At 6pm on the 10th April they're hosting a panel discussion on how blind and visually impaired communities are changing contemporary art galleries and access to participatory art. Amelia learned more from Kirin Saeed, Learn more on the See With Me website - See With Me Talk -

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11:31

S2 Ep1076: Some Audio Described Highlights From...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/09

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description to look at some forthcoming events with Audio Description. AD makes television, movies, galleries and other arts events more inclusive, accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people. This month they’re looking at a recent teaching trip to Albania plus performances of The 39 Steps and Bat Out Of Hell. If you'd like more information on audio described events, go to

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10:40

S2 Ep1080: Bosnian And Scottish Theatre Makers...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/09

An exciting knowledge and cultural exchange has begun between the National Theatre of Republika Srpska and Visually Impaired Creators Scotland (VICS) to improve theatre accessibility across Scotland and Bosnia. Amelia spoke to Mario Lukajic from The National Theatre of Republika Srpska and Kirin Saeed from VICS to learn more. Learn more about eh National Theatre of Republika Srpska on their website - Добро дошли | Народно позориште РС Learn more about VICS on their website - Visually Impaired

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2:41

Blackburn And District Talking Newspaper, Interview...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/08

Would you like to learn about Blackburn And District Talking Newspaper? Well Jennifer Murray speaks to Mike Latham to find out more.If you wish to contact Blackburn And District Talking Newspaper, you can do so in any of the following ways: Website: www.bbsoc.org.uk Phone: 01254 698683 Mobile: 07422 696809 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. Underneath the line:

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11:25

S2 Ep1079: Jane Manley, RNIB Social Media Analyst...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/04/08

At a ceremony in North Greenwich on 27 March 2025 Jane Manley RNIB's Social Media Analyst was announced as one of the winners in the Top 20 Women in Data Awards 2025. The Top 20 Women in Data awards recognises women who are tech leaders, innovative, different, and pushing boundaries too. Jane Manley chats with RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about how she got in to coding and data as a deaf blind woman plus what it means to her and the RNIB on winning the Top 20 Women in Data Award 2025. To

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