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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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6:44

Sefton Talking Newspaper, Interview With Sylvia...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/19

Jennifer Murray chats to Sylvia Cooperthwaite from Sefton Talking Newspaper to learn all about it. You can phone Sefton Talking Newspaper on: 01519289775. 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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7:15

Somerset Sight, Interview With Jackie and Kate.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/19

Would you like to know about a charity called Somerset Sight? Jennifer Murray chats to Jackie and Kate from the charity. You can contact Somerset Sight in any of the following ways: Somerset Sight’s Website: Somerset Sight – Working with people who lack sight, not vision Phone: 01823333818 Email: admin@somersetsight.org.uk 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

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6:59

S2 Ep1121: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 17/05/25

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/16

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 Global Accessibility Awareness Day, RNIB's involvement with upcoming storylines on Eastenders, plus a night at the ARIAS for RNIB Connect Radio. 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

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8:31

S2 Ep1124: Network With Scottish VI Creators At The...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/16

Visually Impaired Creators Scotland (VICS) are hosting an in-person and online get together on Monday 19th May. Amelia spoke to Kirin Saeed, VICS founder, to learn more. Join in person from 1 to 4 pm at The Dean Centre in Leith, Edinburgh, or online from 3 to 4 pm. Refreshments and reasonable travel expenses provided. Contact kirinsaeed@btinternet.com to learn more and rsvp for refreshments.

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6:21

S2 Ep1118: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - A Thousand Splendid...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/16

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 we have the return of the stage adaptation of Khaled Hosseini’s best-selling novel ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ to the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional Audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About A Thousand Splendid

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11:22

Luke Howarth, Sight Loss Story.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/16

Jennifer Murray chats to Luke Howarth to learn about his sight loss journey and about his own business he has set up. You can contact Luke in any of the following ways: Contact Details for Vision With Luke: Email Address: luke@visionwithluke.co.uk Phone: 07496902749 Website: https://www.visionwithluke.co.uk/ Facebook page: Vision with Luke | Burnley | Facebook LinkedIn: Vision with Luke | LinkedIn X @visionwithluke Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a

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6:27

Bankietalk Talking Newspaper, Interview With Irene...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/16

Would you like to learn about Bankietalk Talking Newspaper based in Clydebank Scotland? Well, Jennifer Murray chats to Irene McKelvie to find out more. Bankietalk Talking Newspaper's office is only staffed on a Wednesday however, you can contact them via any of the following ways (including leaving a message on their answer phone): Bankietalk Talking Newspaper's Email Address: bankietalk@yahoo.com Address: Bankietalk Talking Newspaper Unit 13 & 14, Clyde Business Centre, 31 Clyde

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6:18

S2 Ep1119: Scottish Disability Sport Host National...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/16

On the 14th June Scottish Disability Sport (SDS), supported by The Motability Scheme, are hosting a national exhibition for people with a disability to find out what sports and physical activities they can get involved in. There will be opportunities to meet new people, learn about schemes and organisations that can offer support, and educational opportunities for people without disabilities to learn about inclusive practise and ways to make society more accessible. It’s taking place from 10 am to

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9:03

S2 Ep1122: Some Audio Described Highlights From...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/16

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description about 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 An American smash hit, a children’s classic and more. If you'd like more information on audio described events, go to www.mindseyedescription.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image Shows

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12:29

S2 Ep1114: What Is Global Accessibility Awareness Day?

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/15

Each year we celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) which aims to make the world a more accessible place for people with disabilities. Why should we highlight the annual event and why should the public and private sectors, in particular, pay close attention to it’s importance? RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Gavin Neate, from NeateBox, to find out… If you’d like to learn more about the Welcome application, go to www.wel-co.me #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo, A White

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6:00

The Cotswold Listener, Interview With June Little.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/15

Would you like to learn more about The Cotswold Listener? Well, Jennifer Murray speaks to June Little to find out more. You can get in touch with the Cotswold Listener in any of the following ways: The Cotswold Listener’s Website: https://www.cotswoldlistener.co.uk/ Email Address: admin@cotswoldlistener.co.uk Phone: 01242252072 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

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12:29

S2 Ep1117: Global Accessibility Awareness Day,...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/15

For GAAD (Global Accessibility Awareness Day) 2025 (Thursday 15 May 2025) we are going to focus on access to heritage for blind and partially sighted people as RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined by Rachael Osmotherley, Visitor Journey Development Manager for Access, Experiences and Partnerships at the national Trust to highlight the great accessAble Guides for over 1,000 national Trust locations. Rachael began by telling Toby about how the project came about, an overview of what sort of

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6:02

S2 Ep1118: Global Accessibility Awareness Day,...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/15

For GAAD (Global Accessibility Awareness Day) 2025 (Thursday 15 May 2025) we are focusing on access to heritage for blind and partially sighted people as RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined by Aileen Pierce, Head of Interpretation and Design at Historic Royal palaces to find out more about HRP and an overview of their access offer which includes Digital Video Guides with audio description, some tactile experiences and a couple of highlights of accessible events for blind and partially sighted

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5:48

Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind,...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/14

Jennifer Murray chats to Susan Connolly from Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind to learn about what they do.If you would like to contact Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind, you can do so in the following ways: Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind’s Website: www.hulltalkingmagazine.org.uk Phone: 01482 585822 Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with

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5:20

Causeway Talking News, Interview With Barry Williamson.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/13

Jennifer Murray chats to Barry Williamson from Causeway Talking News based in Northern Ireland to find out more.If you would like to reach out to Barry Williamson regarding the talking newspaper, you can contact him in the following ways: Barry Williamson’s Email Address: barry.williamson@outlook.com Bary Williamson’s Mobile Number: 07843847751 Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a

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4:31

S2 Ep1117: Take Part in the RNIB Voice of the...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/13

The latest RNIB Voice of the Customer survey is focusing on the experiences of blind and partially sighted people around volunteering. The Research and Insight Team would like to hear about your motivations, barriers, and what might encourage you to volunteer. Even if you don't volunteer, your input is invaluable in understanding your decisions and what could inspire you to get involved with a volunteering opportunity in the future. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Robin Kay, RNIB

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4:43

Andrew Pettigrew, Sight Loss Story.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/12

Andrew Pettigrew speaks to Jennifer Murray about his hearing and sight loss and the many different things he does. 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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9:39

Argyll Talking Newspapers, Interview With Robin Finlay.

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/12

Jennifer Murray catches up with Robin Finlay the Chair of Argyll Talking Newspapers. Robin Finlay can be contacted on the following number should you wish to get in touch with Argyll Talking Newspapers: 01546602718 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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8:53

S2 Ep1116: Importance of Community This Mental Health...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/12

Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from 12th till 18th of May, and this year we focus on the importance of community in supporting individual wellbeing. Joining us now to talk about how you could connect with a community that understands what it is like to live with sight loss, is Trish Sail Peer to Peer Coordinator at RNIB. Find out about RNIB's Connect Facebook groups here: Connect Facebook groups | RNIB Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold

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8:56

S2 Ep1114: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2025/05/10

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 progress on the Accessible Health Information Standard, an ask for your feedback if you voted in the English elections on May 1st and some exciting news for RNIB Connect Radio. 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

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