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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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4:59

S2 Ep860: Braille 200 Library Tour Arrives At...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/05

The Braille 200 Library Tour continues and today it arrived at Clitheroe Library.The event, organised by RNIB, was a celebration of the 200th anniversary of the revolutionary system of tactile dots. Dave Williams was there and spoke with Allan Russell during Thursday's Daily Connect show. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation of the same text below it. Across the bottom is written Powered

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S2 Ep857: National Theatre London Audio Description...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/05

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: The much loved

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7:21

S2 Ep858: Shaun Hayward our Strictly Star Reviewer on...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/04

As we move from the quarter finals into the semi-final of Strictly Come Dancing our RNIB Connect Radio Strictly Star Reviewer blind ballroom dancer Shaun Hayward is back reflecting and commenting on how well blind Liverpudlian Comedian Chris McCausland and his Professional Dance Partner Dianne Buswell have been faring in the competition this week. It was musicals week on Saturday night (30 November 2024) for the quarter finals with Chris and Diane dancing a quick step two ‘Anything Goes’ with Toby

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S2 Ep856: Some Audio Described Highlights From...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/04

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 it’s Panto time! If you'd like more information on audio described events, go to www.mindseyedescription.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background

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7:25

S2 Ep855: Chantage to Lead RNIB Evening of Festive...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/04

Chantage one of the UK's leading amateur choirs will be providing the music for RNIB’s Gift in Wills team sold out evening of festive music on Thursday 5 December 2024 at Westminster Chapel in London to celebrate the festive season. Chantage was formed in 1999 by its Director James Davey and is now well known as a stylish and energetic young chamber choir. Chantage won the 2015 Grand Prix at the Malta International Choir Festival, performed at the BBC Proms in 2014, and is frequently featured on

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7:40

S1 Ep541: Global Inclusive Tech Conference Is Heading...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/04

March 2025 will see a conference, dedicated to inclusive and accessible technology, arrive at the Glasgow Science Centre. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to RNIB’s Robin Spinks to hear more about the content and who will be there. If you’d like more details about the conference, go to www.rnib.org.uk/inclusivedesign #RNIBConnect 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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4:44

S2 Ep854: December Nature And Folklore

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/03

Another Winter Warmer is here to help bring some light during the cold months. Today Amelia looks at the history, folklore and nature we can celebrate during the month of December. 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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8:16

S2 Ep852: Making Sport And Activities More Inclusive...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/03

Scottish Disability Sport collaborates with governing bodies, clubs and 3rd sector organisations to make sporting opportunities more inclusive and accessible. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Mark Gaffney, from SDS, to learn more about the work and look at some forthcoming events that you can get involved in. If you’d like to learn more about SDS, go to www.scottishdisabilitysport.com #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo

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S2 Ep853: Highlighting The Need For Accessible...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/12/02

RNIB together with partner organisations went to the Department of Health and Social Care to hand in a hard to read health appointment letter to the Health Secretary, to help showcase issues faced by people with communication needs when receiving communications from the NHS. Hubert was there too and got a few words from our Chair of Trustees, Anna Tylor, right after the hand-in took place. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters

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10:19

S2 Ep849: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/30

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio 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 RNIB's Braille 200 event at the British Library, closing remarks at the COVID Enquiry and the deadline for RNIB’s Letters From Santa program. 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 Alexa

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4:31

S2 Ep850: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Disney’s Aladdin the...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

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 in his regular Connect Radio theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing the current touring production of Disney’s Aladdin the Musical as the tour visited the Birmingham Hippodrome with description by Professional Audio Describers . About Disney’s Aladdin the Musical Experience this thrilling

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8:05

S2 Ep852: Get Festive With The Blind Chocolatier!

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

After Stuart Hann’s eyesight began to deteriorate, he decided to take a leap of faith and start his own business. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Stuart to learn more about his chocolate business and what he has in store for Christmas gift ideas. If you’d like to check out the yummy website, go to www.theblindchocolatier.co.uk #RNIBConnect 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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10:48

S2 Ep851: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

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 involved in and ask for your input to bring positive change to the lives of blind and partially sighted people, throughout the UK. This month’s the discussion is around a successful event, held at the Houses of Parliament in London. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved, email campaigns@rnib.org.uk Visit rnib.org.uk/news or call our

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6:39

S2 Ep850: Shaun Hayward Our Strictly Star Reviewer On...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

As we move from week 10 into week 11 of Strictly Come Dancing our RNIB Connect Radio Strictly Star Reviewer blind ballroom dancer Shaun Hayward is back reflecting and commenting on how well blind Liverpudlian Comedian Chris McCausland and his Professional Dance Partner Dianne Buswell have been faring in the competition. It was back to Elstree this week after the Blackpool special with Chris and Diane dancing a paso doble with Dianne’s parents in the audience having come all the way from Australia

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6:38

S2 Ep815: 'This Is Sparta' Episode 4 - Education

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/29

In this series, archaeologist Simon Tinsley guides us through one of the most dominant, but least understood powers in ancient Greece, the Spartans. In this episode, how were the Spartans educated? 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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4:16

S2 Ep848: RNIB Partners Up With LADbible To Tackle...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/28

RNIB is working with the LADbible Group to increase understanding of sight loss by addressing misconceptions and closing any knowledge gaps that younger people might have. TikTok star BlindTobes recently took part in a shoot with LADbible and RNIB. He spoke to our David Hogg about the shoot and the new partnership. 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

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5:38

S2 Ep847: Abandoned Dockless Bikes & E-Scooters Are A...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/28

With the rise in the use of dockless bikes and e-scooters, there’s a concern that pedestrians are more likely to be injured by the devices being abandoned on pavements when their hire time is up.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Erik Matthies, from RNIB, to look at the problem and the possible solutions. 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

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S2 Ep846: HMRC Warns Against Tax Scams

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

How can you stay safe this Tax season? HMRC are reporting more scams than ever are targeting people in the UK. Hywel Davies has been finding out some of the best ways to protect your data and avoid the scammers.For more information on how to report suspicious activity, visit the HMRC website - Scams warning as Self Assessment deadline loom - GOV.UK

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S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and heard from two people learning braille and using it for their studies, Seren Jaye and Toben Durrant. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille

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5:45

S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and spoke with former paralympic skier, Mike Brace CBE DL. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation of the same text below it. Across

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