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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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4:44

National Theatre At Home With Audio Description.

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/15

With more and more theatre and arts venues streaming performances or using digital platforms to showcase their collections, it's more important than ever to make sure that they include audio description for their visually impaired patrons. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Emma Keith, from National Theatre, to learn more about their work with AD and to highlight a couple of forthcoming performances. www.nationaltheatre.org.uk www.youtube.com/nationaltheatre #RNIBConnect Image: National

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6:10

Are People Drinking Safely During The Lockdown?

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/14

RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell chats to Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick about the dangers of alcohol and how to drink responsibly. 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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6:14

Charity Recieves Queen’s Award For Voluntary Service

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/14

Scottish Centre for Personal Safety provides accessible personal safety, practical self-defence and first aid courses throughout Scotland. They’ve just been awarded Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service and are also RNIB’s See Differently Award Winners for ‘Team of the Year’ in 2019. RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew spoke with founder of the charity Alan Bell to find out more about their work. For more information visit: https://scotcps.org.uk/

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7:11

Tips For VI Wildlife Photography

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/13

Would you like to learn how to take great wildlife photos? VI photographer and member of 'Blind Snaps' photography group Wayne Vowden has some great tips on how to ease yourself into wildlife photography. Wayne spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. You can find ‘Blind Snaps – South West Connect’ on Facebook, or follow Wayne's photography page on Facebook, at 'Blinding Photography' (Photo of Wayne holding up a long lense camera to his face)

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7:47

Can gaming be accessible?

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/13

With the latest release of 'The Last of Us 2’on PlayStation the gaming industry finally saw accessibility features included in a way that truly worked. Toby Ott, totally blind gamer and founder of the Audio Game Club believes we need more inclusive games on the market. Toby spoke with RNIB Connect Radio’s Paulina Kuchorew. For more information about The Audio Game Club visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCIMEu3mUuoNrvCIqm0wv3A (Image shows Toby in front of his computer with a camera

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7:14

Blind music therapist, Carl Morgan, talks about his...

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/13

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18:35

Social Distancing Round Table

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/10

Allan, Karen, Elizabeth and Hussain sit down with Basil to discuss their experiences of social distancing.

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Faaeza Jasdanwalla-Williams' thoughts on social...

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/10

As Wales comes out of lockdown, Faaeza shares her thoughts on social distancing and how her world has changed. Photo is of RNIB Cymru logo

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Anita Davies' experience of social distancing.

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/10

Anita Davies, Swansea, Neath & Port Talbot locality manager for Sight Life, discusses her feelings about social distancing and how preparing, before she leaves the house helps, as the country comes out of lockdown. Photo is of Sight Life logo.

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4:26

Have Your Say With UK Sight Loss Charity.

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/09

RNIB Scotland has launched a brand new podcast and they want blind and partially sighted people to get involved. You can take part in creating the audio, decide on what topics to discuss and drive it forward to become a powerful voice for people in Scotland who are affected by sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to James Kyle, from RNIB Scotland, to learn more about the podcast and how you can get involved. www.rnib.org.uk/scotland #RNIBConnect

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6:13

500 Miles 'After Lockdown'

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/08

Barry Snell caught up with RNIB Scotland's Community Connections Co-ordinator Mike Holroyd, who along with friends, has created a quirky song about life after the lockdown. Image: RNIB Scotland logo typed in black font against a white background. There is a pink line underlining yer word Scotland.

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7:56

Campaign For Ending Discrimination During Coronavirus

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/07

Equal World Campaign from Sightsavers is calling on UN member states to meet the needs of people with disabilities during the coronavirus outbreak. We spoke with John Chiti, a musician and activist from Zambia that just released a single to raise awareness of the campaign, about his work and how he uses music to raise awareness of albinism. You can sign the petition here: https://campaigning.sightsavers.org/ (Image shows a photo of John wearing a pale green shirt)

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7:56

Tips For VI Astrophotography

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/06

Would you like to learn how to take great photos of the night sky? VI photographer and member of 'Blind Snaps' photography group Wayne Vowden gave us some great tricks and hacks on how to take that stunning photo of the stars. Wayne spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. You can find ‘Blind Snaps – South West Connect’ on Facebook, or follow Wayne's personal photography page also on Facebook, at 'Blinding Photography' (Photo of Wayne holding up a long lense camera to his face)

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5:09

UK Group Supports Sight Loss Charities.

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/03

Visionary UK is an umbrella organisation that works to support and strengthen sight loss charities from across the UK. Every 2 weeks, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Fiona Sandford or Andy Haynes to learn more about their latest projects and some great grass roots services that are there for people who are blind or partially sighted. This week there's news on sport, digital communication and eye health. Visionary.org.uk #RNIBConnect

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5:33

Georgie on Glaucoma

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/03

As it's glaucoma week, Red spoke to Georgie about living with the condition, and her relief of being able to get back to Moorfields.

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7:37

Big Announcement From Sam Little

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/07/02

With everything going on in the world, we thought it would be nice to catch up with a familiar voice from the station, A Little Alternative’s previous host Sam Little. Sam is currently working from home on a BBC Scotland show ‘Landward’ and has a major announcement to make. Sam spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. (Image shows Sam out for a run in the park with her guide dog Ziggy)

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9:36

'The Last of Us II' - Most Accessible Game Ever?

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/06/30

PlayStation and Naughty Dog's latest release, 'The Last of Us Part II' has been making ripples in the gaming industry since its release earlier this month. We spoke with RNIB Volunteer and fan of the franchise Ross Meegan to find out how truly accessible the new game is. Ross spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. (Image shows the cover of the game with the main character Ellie holding a rifle and the words 'The Last Of Us Part II in block capital letters behind her)

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6:20

28 Days in Hospital With Coronavirus

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/06/29

Pardeep Gill spent a total of 28 days in hospital, when he contracted Coronavirus. Much of that time was spent in isolation due to his visual impairment. Pardeep has been sharing his story with RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell. Image: RNIB See Differently log. Black lettering against a white background, with a pink line underneath.

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6:57

Sam Leftwhich On Life Since Sight loss

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/06/29

Sam Leftwich chats to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell about how charities, such as RNIB, have helped to keep busy and regain her confidence, since losing her sight in 2014. Sam also chats about coping with lockdown, walking her dog Lizzie, and her love of singing with fellow members of the Waterside Choirs in Essex. Image: Picture of Sam and guide dog Lizzie together in a field, after Sam has completed another run. Sam is holding a drink and her clothes are covered in mud.

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8:04

The importance of attending an eye health appointment.

RNIB Conversations ·

2020/06/26

Ruth Rhydderch, ECLO at University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, talks about the importance of attending eye appointments and, if you experience a change in your vision, seek help. If you need more information on eye health, visit https://www.rnib.org.uk/eyehealth or call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 999. Photo is of the RNIB logo.

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