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RNIB - Health and Wellbeing

RNIB Connect Radio

Stay informed, supported, and inspired with RNIB - Health and Wellbeing. Interviews and features that explore topics that matter most to blind and partially sighted people, from managing everyday health challenges to boosting mental wellbeing and finding balance in daily life. Hear expert advice, personal stories, and practical tips designed to help you live well and thrive. Hear individual interviews here or listen to the Happy Hour on our website: The Happy Hour - RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB

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14:28

S2 Ep1110: Off The Matt Chat with Dawn - New Year's...

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2026/01/06

Yoga teacher Dawn Blezard returns to the Happy Hour to chat with Paulina about setting gentle New Year's resolutions and some of her own tips for starting 2026 well.You can find out more about Dawn by searching for "Pathway Yoga with Dawn" on Instagram, Facebook or YouTube.Image shows a birds eye view photo shows Dawn holding a pose on her black yoga matt. Her legs are crossed and she holds onto her toes on either side of her body as she looks up at the camera. She has blonde hair set in two French

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9:12

S2 Ep1109: Shout About Sex Event With Exeter Pride

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2026/01/06

Charity Exeter Pride is launching a new initiative, which hopes to create a greater dialogue around sexual health, sexual identity and inclusivity.Joining us on the Happy Hour to tell us more about it, is Sam Pritchard, accessibility lead for Exeter Pride in Devon.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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11:00

S2 Ep1108: A Winter Stroll Through Kelvingrove Park

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2026/01/01

On our 2026 Happiness Guide special of the Happy Hour, we're joining Paulina on a gentle winter stroll through Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow.Image shows

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3:18

S2 Ep1108: How to Set Realistic New Year's Resolutions?

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2026/01/01

On our 2026 Happiness Guide special of the Happy Hour, we're joined, once again by Amanda Hawkins. Amanda is the Head of Counselling Emotional and Mental Health at RNIB and shares her tips for creating realistic and lasting new year's resolutions. 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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10:28

S2 Ep1107: Yoga with Dawn - Soothe Your Tummy

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/12/28

On the End of Year Reset special of the Happy Hour, we're joined by yoga teacher Dawn Blezard. Dawn shares her gentle yoga routine that will help soothe any stomach pain or bloating, especially post-holidays! Image shows a birds eye view photo shows Dawn holding a pose on her black yoga matt. Her legs are crossed and she holds onto her toes on either side of her body as she looks up at the camera. She has blonde hair set in two French braids and is wearing a lilac long sleeve top with patterned

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3:20

S2 Ep1106: How to do meaningful End of Year Reflections?

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2025/12/28

On our End of Year Reset special of the Happy Hour, we're joined by Amanda Hawkins. Amanda is the Head of Counselling Emotional and Mental Health at RNIB and shares her tips for a meaningful and gentle end of year reflection. 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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6:10

S2 Ep1105: Kim Jaye Recipe - Sweetcorn Kofte

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2025/12/27

On the End of Year Reset special of the Happy Hour, chef Kim Jaye returns to share her favourite healthy recipe.It's her scrumptious Sweetcorn Kofte! Recipe: Kofte are small balls, approximately 2 cm in diameter. These sweetcorn Koftes are not only healthy, but they are also Moorish. I often have a batch in the freezer ready to cook either as a snack, starters, or even a main dish. I can eat this dish without guilt and to my heart’s content. The exterior is crispy whilst the interior soft, and

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6:13

S2 Ep1104: Kim Jaye Recipe - Bavarian Pie

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2025/12/24

On the Merry & Mindful special we have a wonderful festive recipe. Chef Kim Jaye shares her recipe for the Bavarian farmhouse pie. Recipe: This dish originating in Europe took the humble sausage roll, shazamed it with flavour, it’s deliciously gutsy ingredients metamorphosising a lunchtime favourite into a satisfying dish. Perfect either as a starter or a main dish. It is often on my table whenever I do a buffet, it can be served either hot or cold. This dish once the pie has been made, can

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5:00

S2 Ep1103: Festive Book Recommendation

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2025/12/24

On the Happy Hour, a festive book recommendation with Luci Franks. It's a holiday classic read by Sir Patrick Stewart. 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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8:50

S2 Ep1102: 12 Days of Christmas Birds with RSPB

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2025/12/24

On our Merry & Mindful Special, Adrian Thomas from the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) guides us through the birds of the festive favourite song, "12 Days of Christmas." Find out more about RSPB here: RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation Charity 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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9:05

S2 Ep1101: Charity Spotlight: Sight Support West of...

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/12/15

On the Happy Hour this week we’re shining a spotlight on a local charity that is supporting blind and partially sighted people across West of England.Joining Paulina Kuchorew o tell us more about the important work of Sight Support West of England is Glenda Prall. 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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7:32

S2 Ep1100: Book Reviews - The Book of Form and...

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2025/12/12

On the Happy Hour, an interesting book recommendation full of heartfelt storytelling, humour, and even a touch of philosophy. With her review of The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki, it's Amelia. If you're blind or partially sighted, you can access this Talking Book and more through the RNIB Library, visit: Home - Reading Services 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

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13:41

S2 Ep1099: Off The Matt Chat with Dawn - How To Free...

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/12/01

How can we free ourselves from negative mental binds?Joining us for another Off the Matt Chat is Dawn Blezard from Pathway Yoga. You can find out more about Dawn by searching for "Pathway Yoga with Dawn" on Instagram, Facebook or YouTube. Image shows a birds eye view photo shows Dawn holding a pose on her black yoga matt. Her legs are crossed and she holds onto her toes on either side of her body as she looks up at the camera. She has blonde hair set in two French braids and is wearing a lilac

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9:33

S2 Ep1098: Trial Treatment for Diabetic Peripheral...

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/25

November is Diabetes Awareness Month and with 589 million adults worldwide living with the condition, this number is expect to raise to over 850 million by 2050. The condition comes with many complications, and with the increased pressure on NHS and healthcare systems worldwide, a new clinical trial could be a major step forward in how diabetic complications are treated. Joining Paulina on the Happy Hour, is Stanley Kim, Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder of WinSanTor. Image shows the

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12:18

S2 Ep1097: Finding Confidence & Building Friendships

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/24

We’re going to chat today about the importance of connecting with others in a similar situation as yourself. Nathan Hood is a member of the 18 to 35 year olds peer-to-peer support group in Northern Ireland and he joined Paulina on the Happy Hour. 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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13:42

S2 Ep1096: Chatting Sight Loss & Wellbeing With...

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/17

Joining us on the Happy Hour is Rimple Raja, creator and host of the Unseen Adventures Podcast. Rimple is a mum of two teens and created the podcast as a platform to talk about sight loss, happiness, life, and everything else in between. She spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. 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

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8:00

S2 Ep1094: Pressure To Be Perfect Parents

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/10

From picture-perfect Instagram feeds to unsolicited advice at the school gates, many parents feel they’re under constant scrutiny.A new study from MAM Baby UK, as part of its “As They Grow, So Do You” campaign, reveals that almost two in three parents say they feel pressure to be a “perfect parent.” Joining Paulina on the Happy Hour to chat about this is Midwife, Parenting Expert and Mum of 3, Zoe Watson. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold

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11:57

S2 Ep1095: Why It's Important To Try New Things

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/10

Trying new things following a sight loss diagnosis or changes to your vision, can be daunting. Joining us on the Happy Hour to chat about opening yourself up to new experiences and how it can help grow your confidence, is Emmy Anstee. 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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10:13

S2 Ep1093: Finding Community After Sight Loss

RNIB - Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/03

Joining us on the Happy Hour is Bruce Christie.Bruce is a member of a weekly Football Call Group through RNIB Scotland and found that connecting with others following his sight loss diagnosis made all the difference. To find out more about the different befriending and interest groups facilitated by RNIB, call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999. 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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13:11

S2 Ep1092: Hannah Cohen Shares How She Became An...

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2025/10/27

Following changes to her sight, Hannah Cohen discovered that she wanted to make a positive difference in the lives of those living with a disability. Happy Hour's Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Hannah about launching her coaching business, The Insight Coach, and how she teaches self-advocacy and runs workshops for inclusivity in the workplace. Find out more about Hannah's work: About – The Insight Coach Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black

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