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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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27:54

S2 Ep991: Blind Lawyer Climbs Kilimanjaro

RNIB Connect ·

2025/03/06

Julius Mbura is a blind disability rights activist and lawyer. In a special conversation with RNIB’s Dave Williams he explains how his fundraising and activism led him all the way to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

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S2 Ep989: Exciting Gene Therapy Restores Sight

RNIB Connect ·

2025/03/05

A new gene therapy treatment has restored sight to young children with a condition called Leber's congenital amaurosis (LCA).RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to James Bainbridge, from Moorfields Eye Hospital, to learn more about the procedure and the differences it can make. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo, White Background with RNIB in Black Letters with A Solid Pink Line Below

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S2 Ep990: Accessible Arts Exhibition 'we are all...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/03/05

This Friday in Brighton there’s a chance to get hands on with a new accessible arts exhibition. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. For more information, visit the South East Dance website - we are all memory bodies | South East Dance

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S2 Ep988: MPs Guided Walk Was An Unnerving Experience

RNIB Connect ·

2025/03/04

Sometimes to better understand the needs of constituents, MPs have to step out of their comfort zone.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Lee Pitcher MP, about a blind walk he took and what he learned from the experience. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo

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8:29

Deafblind Scotland, Interview with CEO Isabella Goldie.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/03/03

Want to know what type of support is out there for deafblind people living in Scotland? Well, Jennifer Murray chats to Isabella Goldie to learn all about Deafblind Scotland and the work they do. Deafblind Scotland's Website: Home | Deafblind Scotland 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: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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4:51

S2 Ep1062: March Almanac - History, Nature And Folklore

RNIB Connect ·

2025/03/01

Where does March get its name? Which birds will be singing over this month? Here’s Amelia with this month's almanac... Learn more about March nature on the RSPB website - Nature's Calendar March 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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10:47

S2 Ep983: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/03/01

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 responds to some factually incorrect information used by a major media outlet and talks tech with another successful event in Northern Ireland. 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

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Julia Lindahl, Interview about The Swedish...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/28

Want to know what life is like for a blind person in Sweden? Well, Jennifer Murray chats to Julia Lindahl about her life and her work for the visually impaired in Sweden.SRF Website: Home 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: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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S2 Ep974: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - BRB Cinderella, AD...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/28

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 Vidar was reviewing Birmingham Royal Ballet’s production of Cinderella at the Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describers Julia Grundy and Jonathan Nash. About ‘Cinderella’ Step into the magical world

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S2 Ep988: RNIB Launch Survey To Help Improve Support...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/28

Sight loss charity RNIIB are launching a new survey and are looking to speak to people who have been recently diagnosed with sight loss, their friends and family, and also professionals working in post-diagnostic support. The findings will be used to understand and improve post-diagnostic support for people with sight loss. You can find the survey here: Share your ideas on how to improve support after a diagnosis of sight loss Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’

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S2 Ep987: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/28

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is joined by some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re working on. This month’s topics include the Big Travel survey and training the next generation of architects and designers on how to build in accessibility. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved , email campaigns@rnib.org.uk You can visit rnib.org.uk/news or call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 Follow @RNIB_Campaigns on X or search

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30:54

S2 Ep985: Confidence - Roundtable

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/28

Feeling confident feels great! It empowers us tackle challenges, make new connections and achieve our goals. But what steps can you take to feel more confident? We gathered four blind and sighted panellists to talk it out for our latest Roundtable. Join dancer Shaun Hayward, writer and disability activist Bérénice Magistretti, writer and student Aliza Rehman and our very own David Hogg for a discussion. Listen to David on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday on 'The Afternoon Edition' from 3 to 6

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S2 Ep986: Jane Manley London Fashion Week

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/28

Our David Hogg catches up with RNIB Social Media Analyst Jane Manley about her experience at the recent London Fashion Week. 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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7:54

S2 Ep983: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/28

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is joined by some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re working on. This month’s topics include The Big Travel Survey and teaching designers to create accessible streets and infrastructure. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved , email campaigns@rnib.org.uk You can visit rnib.org.uk/news or call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 Follow @RNIB_Campaigns on X, Threads and

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S2 Ep984: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2025 15 – NaviLens

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/27

RNIB Tech Fairs are a great way to get hands on with new technology and learn about services and equipment that can make a real impact on your everyday life. Hywel Davies spoke to Oran McAllister from NaviLens about how the colourful code has recently been popping up in Belfast and beyond.

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S2 Ep984: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2025 14 – RNIB Heritage...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/27

RNIB Tech Fairs are a great way to get hands on with new technology and learn about services and equipment that can make a real impact on your everyday life. But the day wasn’t all about modern technology, as Hywel Davies found out when he spoke to Robert Saggers, RNIB’s Heritage Services Manager.

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S2 Ep984: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2025 13 – Lara Marshall RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/27

RNIB Tech Fairs are a great way to get hands on with new technology and learn about services and equipment that can make a real impact on your everyday life. RNIB’s Library Engagement Manager, Lara Marshall, was on hand to talk about the Braille and Beyond Library Tour.You can find out more information about the tour on the RNIB website - Braille and Beyond Library Tour | RNIB

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S2 Ep984: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2025 12 – Angel Eyes NI

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/27

RNIB Tech Fairs are a great way to get hands on with new technology and learn about services and equipment that can make a real impact on your everyday life. Angel Eyes NI is a local charity improving the lives of children with a visual impairment in Northern Ireland by supporting parents, families and professionals; Hywel Davies found out more. Find out more about the work of Angel Eyes NI on their website - Angel Eyes NI

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S2 Ep982: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2025 11 – RNIB Volunteers

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/27

RNIB Tech Fairs are a great way to get hands on with new technology and learn about services and equipment that can make a real impact on your everyday life. But events like these wouldn’t be possible without the support of RNIB Volunteers, Hywel Davies spoke to two medical students volunteering their time at this year’s event. For more information on volunteering with RNIB, visit the website - Volunteer to support blind and partially sighted people | RNIB

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S2 Ep982: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2025 10 – Dolphin...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/27

RNIB Tech Fairs are a great way to get hands on with new technology and learn about services and equipment that can make a real impact on your everyday life. Hywel Davies visited the Dolphin Computer Access stand to hear about new software developments. You can find out more about software solutions from Dolphin on their website - Dolphin Computer Access

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