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Amelia and Allan review Christopher Nolan's epic film adaptation of 'The Odyssey' by Homer. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black 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. 

Century-old charity British Wireless for the Blind Fund today (Wednesday 22 July 2026) launches new brand and direction under the name Visably, as the research from their report Until It Clicks revealed that people with sight loss were missing out on the mental health benefits of tech. The re-brand marks a significant moment in BWBF’s century-long history. Founded by a group of friends who crafted...

Century-old charity British Wireless for the Blind Fund today (Wednesday 22 July 2026) launches new brand and direction under the name Visably, as the research from their report Until It Clicks revealed that people with sight loss were missing out on the mental health benefits of tech. The re-brand marks a significant moment in BWBF’s century-long history. Founded by a group of friends who crafted...

With the lead up to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with visually impaired Double Paralympic Champion, seven time World Champion and world record holder Para-Cyclist Sophie Unwin to not only reflect on that amazing road race win for Sophie and her Pilot Jenny Holl at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, but how Sophie is preparing to compete in Glasgow...

Edinburgh in August during the Festival Fringe means crowded streets, shifting queues, and venues that pop up overnight. For blind and partially sighted attendees, that can be difficult and exhausting to navigate. Not everyone has someone available to help, so RNIB Scotland are partnering with Edinburgh Festival Fringe to launch a sighted-guide service ensuring nobody has to miss out on the fun. R...

A new, one-woman show is coming to Brighton in October. As artist Jo Bannon breaks down ‘The Dirty Work’. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. For more information and tickets, visit the website for the  Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sit down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. 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 call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 Or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio l...

The Beach Access Project works with partners to enhance and improve the accessibility of the UK’s beaches. A pilot scheme at Weymouth Beach has secured funding from Dorset Council and is aiming to make the beach a leading example in accessibility. Amelia spoke to Beach Access Project Founder, Will Bahenna, to learn more... Learn more on the Beach Access Project Website - Beach Access Project – Bea...

This time for our regular browse through the RNIB online shop with Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop’s Buying Administrator We are looking at an adjustable LED light and fan plus some great end of year tactile cards for teachers, exams and graduation. You will find out more about the LED light and fan, the range of end of year tactile cards along with many other products by visiting the following link to...

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report: Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially...

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report:  Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partiall...

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report: Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially...

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report: Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partially...

On Monday 13 July 2026 representatives from across the sight loss sector along with a number of employers and visually impaired people came together at the House of Lords for the launch of the Employment Gap Report:  Out of Sight – Out of Work by Lord Holmes which is making recommendations for Government and the Department of Work and Pensions to bridge the gap in employment for blind and partiall...

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Simon talks about new Trustees for the RNIB board and audio described sport on tv.]= 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 call our H...

Hubert talks to RNIB's Dan Fisher after the concert to get his thoughts on a great event, the key takeaways, and the important part the Elizabeth Eagle Bott Memorial Fund plays in supporting blind and partially sighted musicians. 

Following the concert, Hubert managed to catch up with Jay Pocknell from Sound Without Sight, which has been made possible because of the Elizabeth Eagle Bott Memorial Fund. They discuss thoughts on the concert, and all about Sound Without Sight. 

In this episode Hubert finds out about how Gareth Churchill got into music, and also a bit about a new instrument Gareth was going to use for his performance. 

Before James Risden took to the stage to perform and help cohost the event, Hubert grabbed a chat with him to talk about his music journey. 

In this episode Hubert talks to Lloyd Coleman before he takes to the stage. They discuss his start to music, how the Elizabeth Eagle Bott Memorial Fund has helped him, his future plans, and what advice he'd share with future musicians. 

In this podcast, Hubert chats to Joanne before her performance about her artist journey, the impact the fund had on her career, and her future plans. 

The long awaited, interim report on welfare in the UK has been released. Allan Russell spoke to RNIB’s Roisin Jacklin for the organisation's response. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black 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.

In this podcast, Hubert talks to Zachary Smith before his performance on the night about his music journey, and how important the Elizabeth Eagle Bott Memorial Fund was to help him along the way. 

Before the concert got started, Hubert got to speak to some of the artists performing on the night. In this podcast he chats to Charlotte Hardwick. 

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 they’re looking at a, huge, exhibition, a decadent dance favourite and a show about that d...