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RNIB Conversations

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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4:51

Blind Student Strongman Takes On A Challenge For His...

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/08/10

Chris Colbert is a student of The Royal National College for the Blind and this year decided to put his time in lockdown to good use and train for an upcoming strongman competition: England's Most Powerful Man 2020. Through it he's raising awareness about the benefits of accessible gym equipment as well as funds for a much needed upgrade at his college student gym. Chris spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. For more information about Chris' challenge visit:

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5:45

New Aid Helps Visually Impaired People With Safe...

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/08/06

RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell chats to iSight Cornwall's, Chief Executive Carole Theobald, to find out about a new badge which the charity has produced to help blind and partially sighted people with safe distancing. www.isightcornwall.org.uk

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9:19

An update from Ansley Workman, Country Director, Wales.

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/08/03

Ansley Workman talks to RNIB Connect Radio about what is happening in Wales and how RNIB Cymru has been working with the Senedd to ensure the needs of blind and partially sighted people in Wales are met. Photo is of RNIB Cymru logo

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6:27

A Handheld Robotic Guide Dog?

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/08/03

Guide dogs can be an incredible aid for independent mobility but what if you could use a handheld robotic guide dog instead? We spoke with Anthony Camu, graduate of Industrial Design and Technology at Loughborough University to find out about this unique guiding device for the blind and visually impaired. (Image shows the white/grey Theia device being held up. It's shaped like a sphere with a handle))

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6:20

Anne Wilkins talks about her win at the National...

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/08/03

Soprano Anne Wilkins, won the David Ellis Memorial Prize, the Blue Riband, in 2012. Anne talks about that win and the Welsh language television programme she features in with past winners, broadcast, as this year's National Eisteddfod has been postponed. Photo is of Anne Wilkins with her arm in the air, leading a choral workshop.

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6:36

Cards Of Yore - Accessible Digital Card Game

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/30

Otter Insanity Studios are a new gaming company that just released an accessible digital card game and they want to hear your feedback. RNIB Connect Radio’s Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Ross McEwan, Creative Director at the company to find out why they want their games to be accessible for all. To give Cards of Yore a go just visit: https://otterinsanity.co.uk/what-is-coy

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7:02

Tips on Treating Minor Injuries

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/29

With many people still nervous about leaving home due to Coronavirus fears, pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick shared some great advice on how to treat minor injuries, like burns, sprains and nosebleeds. Elizabeth is talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell. Get in touch with Elizabeth at newlifepharmacy.co.uk Image: Close up picture of Elizabeth smiling. She is wearing a matching, purple jacket and scarf.

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7:47

Do You Enjoy Non-Visual Nature Experiences?

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/28

Exploring the outdoors can be a fantastic pass-time but is there a way to make nature and wildlife more engaging for those that can’t rely on visual cues? We spoke with Andrew Hesser from Bryan's Quest to find out about his new project that aims to build a directory of nature places that offer more than just a visual experience and help stimulate all senses. Andrew spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. If you'd like to be part of building the database just message Bryans Quest on

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5:13

The importance of legacies to RNIB

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/28

Lorna McPherson Reed, Head of Legacy Fundraising talks about the importance of legacies to RNIB and explains how to leave a legacy in your will and the help RNIB can offer, should you wish to do so. Photo is of RNIB logo.

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7:51

Make Film & TV More Accessible

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/28

There’s much that still needs to be done when it comes to accessibility in film and television. Charlotte Little is an activist, recent Robert Gordon University Law Graduate, and director at North East Sensory Services and hopes to change the industry for the better. Charlotte spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew (Image shows a photo of a smiling Charotte standing in a park with her cane)

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3:46

What Is Bikkie Day?

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/24

There’s an interesting event coming up in New Zealand in a couple of weeks so we spoke with Chris Harris, Community and Events Manager for Blind Low Vision NZ, to find out all about it. Chris spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. For more information about Blind Low Vision NZ visit: www.bikkieday.org.nz ((Image shows a selection of colourful guide-dog-shaped biscuits with little round biscuits amongst them saying "thank you ❤️#bikkieday))

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6:34

Have You Heard Of Beep Baseball?

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/23

What is Beep Baseball? We spoke with Jared Woodard from National Beep Baseball Association to find out about this version of accessible baseball from across the pond. Jared spoke with RNIB Connect Radio’s Paulina Kuchorew. For more information about Beep Baseball visit: www.nbba.org (Image shows player Nick Mulherin batting during a game/ Photo Credit: Cassie Nipp)

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7:40

Grace Branscombe Book

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/23

12 year old Grace has written a book: Questions You’ve Always Wanted To Ask a Blind Person But Never Dared Ask, auctioned it and donated half the proceeds to RNIB. Photo is a close up of one of Grace's eyes.

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6:45

Could Audio Described Productions Be Back In Theatres...

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/22

Every fortnight, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks, audio description, with Anne Hornsby from Mindseye Arts. They highlight some AD performances and art attractions, some of which are now online due to lockdown restrictions. This time Anne has some dates in the diary for a return to the theatre next year, as well as a look at Hamilton, inclusive dance, A performance called Blindness and some Talking heads. www.mindseyedescription.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image: Anne Hornsby from Mindseye Arts.

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5:54

Kirsty James, RNIB Cymru Campaigns Officer

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/21

Kirsty talks about the campaigns she has been working on for RNIB Cymru during lockdown and Kirsty also talks about her personal experience of this time. Photo of RNIB Cymru logo.

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5:04

Visually Impaired People Reliant On Digital Platforms...

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/21

With lockdown changing our world, and our independent mobility, blind and partially sighted people have been negatively impacted, more than most. With support services no longer able to provide full face to face contact, many are now turning to digital platforms, like Zoom, to maintain that all important social interaction. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Ryan McCartney, from Belfast, to find out how RNIB has helped him get to grips with new technology to stop the isolation of

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5:01

A View On Social Distancing Difficulties.

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/21

With lockdown easing, we're getting the opportunity to get out and about but with some caviotts to protect our health. Unfortunately the easing of restrictions is having a negative affect on the independent mobility of blind and partially sighted people. It's like having your #WorldUpsideDown RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Joe Kenny, from Belfast, to discuss his concerns and tips for a safer mobility experience. www.rnib.org.uk/northernireland #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB NI logo

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5:59

Baking Cakes With Grandkids & Alexa

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/20

Despite lockdown easing, many of us are still not comfortable with going outside. We've been speaking with Mrs Jean Wisbey to hear how she’s been braving the lockdown and how even a “technological dinosaur” like her can use an Alexa device to stay connected with her grandkids by baking cakes together. Mrs Wisbey spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew And if you’re feeling overwhelmed and need some support contact the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999. The Helpline is open weekdays

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6:57

Surfing Blind

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/17

Have you ever considered trying out surfing? There’s a man in San Diego that might convince you to give it a go. In 1993 Scott Leason lost his sight when he was a victim of robbery and shooting. Since then Scott has been pursuing his passion for watersports and excelled in wakeboarding, waterskiing and surfing. RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew caught up with Scott to find out how coronavirus is affecting his life. You can follow Scott on Facebook at: 'Never Lose Sight' (Image shows Scott

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6:57

Sensing The Wild Podcast

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/16

Can you experience the outdoors whilst at the same time feeling like you are part of the community? Leigh Nicholson is Project Coordinator Of Sensing the Wild project and chats about the initiative that started with guided nature walks and has now moved to audio, offering a new podcast series during lockdown. Leigh spoke with RNIB Connect Radio’s Paulina Kuchorew. You can find 'Sensing the Wild' podcast on all major podcast providers. For more information about the project visit:

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