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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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S2 Ep955: Valentine's Day Alamanc

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/11

How long has Valentine's day been celebrated? Where do our traditions come from? Here’s Amelia with a special Valentine's Almanac... 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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Ken Reid On Different Ways To Show Love

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/11

What are some ways to keep your connections with friends and loved ones strong over time? This Valentines Amelia spoke to Ken Reid about some of the everyday and creative ways he shows love to the people in his life. Listen to Ken Reid On 'The Mixtape' every Monday at 8pm, repeated Sunday at 1pm. 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

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S2 Ep954: Bus Services Bill

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/11

David Hogg speaks to RNIB’s Erik Matthis about the bus services bill and its amendment which is being presented to the House of Lords today…

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7:43

EYECAN Jersey, Interview with Mark Coxshall.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/10

EyeCAN is Jersey’s only sight loss charity supporting visually impaired Islanders since 1886. Prior to 2015, they were known as Jersey Blind Society before changing their name to EYECAN. The charity supports anyone and everyone who is visually impaired, through social activities, mobility, daily living advice, wellbeing and more. Jennifer Murray speaks to Mark Coxshall, Chief Executive Officer of EYECAN to find out more. If you would like to learn more about EYECAN or simply get in touch, you can

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S2 Ep952: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/08

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 engaging with NHS changes, the RNIB board of trustees and the live audio description of the Rugby 6 Nations on ITV. 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 Amazon device

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4:57

S2 Ep953: Macular Society My Macular and Me Webinar...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/07

Time now for our monthly update from the Macular Society and their My Macular and Me webinar. David Hogg caught up with the organiser of the webinars Colin Daniels to find out what's in store this month.

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7:40

Evie Roberts, Talking In The Dark Interview.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/07

Evie Roberts is 15 years old, totally blind and is from the Isle of Mann. About 19 months ago, she started to make her own podcast called Talking in the dark raising awareness of visual impairment. Evie talks to other disabled people and gets to know more about them in a fun and light-hearted way. Evie won a Young Hero of Mann Award in 2023. Jennifer Murray talks to Evie to find out more. If you would like to listen to Talking In The Dark, you can go to Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts

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5:40

S2 Ep945: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Bird Song, AD Theatre...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/07

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 a new stage production of Sebastian Faulks’s ‘Bird Song’ at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About “Bird Song’ Sebastian Faulks’s epic story of love and

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7:27

S2 Ep951: Support 4 Sight on RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/06

David Hogg speaks to Sharron Schafer and Zsuzsi Szabo to find out more about the Essex based sight loss charity.

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S2 Ep950: Some Audio Described Highlights From...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/06

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 classic theatre show, a world premiere dance production and a must attend festival in Liverpool. If you'd like more information on audio described events, go to

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4:57

S2 Ep949: Sight Village Returns To Wales This Spring

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/05

Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Hywel Davies has been hearing all about plans for this year’s Sight Village Wales.For more information and tickets, visit the Sight Village Wales Website - Sight Village Wales 2025 - Queen Alexandra College

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4:57

Sight for Wight, Interview with Lisa Hollyhead.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/05

Lisa Hollyhead is the Chief Executive officer of Sight for Wight; a sight loss charity based on the Isle of Wight and has been going since 1865. The charity supports visually impaired people through a wide range of groups, activities, provides assistive technology support and many other vital services. Sight for Wight have a charity shop called Dress for Less, helping to raise funds for the charity. Jennifer Murray finds out more. Sight for Wight's Contact Details: Phone: 01983

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S2 Ep948: Dot Lumen CEO Cornel

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/05

Dot Lumen is a tech company creating AI glasses to replace the guide dog. David Hogg spoke to their CEO Cornell to find out more…

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S2 Ep947: Guided Cane Walk With Lee Pitcher MP In...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/05

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S2 Ep942: February Nature And Folklore

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/04

How did February get its name? What bird calls can you listen out for this month? Amelia is back with another Winter warmer to highlight some of the folklore and nature you can enjoy over February. Learn more about February nature on the RSPB website - Nature's calendar February 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

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8:42

S2 Ep943: National Theatre London Audio Description...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/04

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. Our 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 National Theatre and a couple that are available online with audio description too via NTatHome.com. Audio described performances included: Lynette Linton

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S2 Ep946: ParaPride Marks History For The Disabled...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/03

ParaPride are marking history by hosting an event in celebration of the disabled LGBTQ+ community. The day at Hoxton Hall will feature a variety of performances from drag to acrobatics to comedy, and includes a ‘Dis-section’ panel discussion: 'The Naked Truth about Disability & Sexuality' with special guest speakers and interactive Q&A. Amelia spoke to Co-founder and Community Engagement Director, Daniele Lul, to learn more... Book your tickets using this link - ParaPride Marking History

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S2 Ep944: Sight Loss Soccer

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/03

If you’re blind or partially sighted, in the Hampshire area and fancy a kickabout then check out Sight Loss Soccer. David Hogg finds out more. 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 Ep941: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 01/02/25

RNIB Connect ·

2025/02/01

Each week, on RNIB Connect Radio we sit 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 started by talking about the two RNIB Braille 200 events in Scotland, the Braille and Beyond event at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow and the RNIB Scotland Braille 200 reception at the Scottish Parliament, then to the RNIB transformation programme and ending with news about audio description of the Six Nations rugby games on ITV.

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Galloways Society for the Blind, Interview with Glen...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/01/31

Galloways Society for the Blind is a sight loss charity based in the North-West of England supporting people across Lancashire and Sefton. Galloways was founded in 1867 and offers numerous services to blind and visually impaired people in Lancashire and Sefton. Jennifer Murray speaks to Glen Sheader to find out more.Contact details for Galloways Society for the Blind: Galloways Society for the Blind's Website: https://galloways.org.uk/ Phone: 01772 744148 Image description: Image shows the

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