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Let’s find out more about RNIB’s Helpline and Customer Care Team as our David Hogg speaks with Kyle Ferrier. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

Visually Impaired Actor Heather Seymour is on the BBC show ‘Can You Keep A Secret?’ and told Amelia about her career in acting and music, and shared tips for other people interested in acting. 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...

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 another audio described theatre review. This week we have Chichester Festival Theatre’s touring production of ‘Top Hat’ as it visited the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre with description by Professional Audio Descri...

 If you’re in or around the Fife area and want to get involved in a Tandem group then our David Hogg has got some information for you…

What’s it like attending a major wrestling event when you’re living with sight loss? David Hogg spoke to Rob Sears whose done just that…

A study from Cardiff University is hoping to uncover more information on the potential links between sight loss and visual imagination. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. To take part in the survey, visit the Cardiff University Website -  Invitation to participate in research on visual imagination and sight impairment - Cardiff University

For the RNIB Out of Sight campaign and the Life On Pause petition RNIB Ambassador, content creator and Radio Broadcaster Claire Sisk plus Celebrity Chef, Presenter and Podcaster Briony May Williams came together to film a baking session at PaperMill Studios in London to support the campaign and to encourage people to sign the petition which is all about the importance of Vision Rehabilitation Serv...

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 his visit to Wales and RNIB’s Swap With Me bus travel work. 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...

Looking for an uplifting watch? Amelia and Hubert are here with a warm and comforting recommendation.  You can watch The Golden Spurtle with AD on Apple TV + Image shows "The Golden Spurtle" poster. A cartoonised poster showing an array of intriguing characters. A man in a sharp suit sits at a centre tartan podium with a banner which reads: "World Porridge Championship." He's enjoying a glowing bo...

If you know the difference between a pilot and a stoker then you might be just the person to join a growing cycling club in Berkshire. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.

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 another audio described theatre review. This time we have the arrival of the Percy Jackson universe to the Birmingham Hippodrome with ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical’ following on from Rick Riordan...

How can the weekly shop be a better experience for blind and partially sighted people?  Amelia spoke to disability activist Katie Piper about Navilens comingto Fruit Shoot and recent research exploring sight loss and supermarket experiences... 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...

March is here which means another monthly almanac from Amelia. Here are some celebrations and birdsongs to look forward to… P.S. Don’t forget the clocks go forward on Sunday the 29th March too! Learn more about the nature you can enjoy all year round on the RSPB website - RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation Charity Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in...

RNIB is creating opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to gain practical experience. Hywel Davies caught up with members of RNIB’s Policy and Campaigns team to hear their experiences of the ‘See Work Differently’ scheme.

The Warm Homes Network helps people claim the support they’re entitled to, make their homes more energy efficient, and access advice on benefits, household costs and debt. The network is a collaboration between Turn2us, Citizens Advice, and YES Energy Solutions, funded by Cadent and Northern Gas Networks. Amelia spoke to Katy Palmer and Donisha Thompson from Turn2Us to learn more. Learn more on th...

Join Jonathan Abro for an adventure to Alaska, with beautiful glaciers, ice carving sculptures and magical dances. Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm. 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...

Robert Kirkwood chats to Robert Whan of Queen's University Belfast about how they use RNIB Bookshare to support both students and academics with a wide variety of print disabilities.

Tech Talk is one of RNIB Connect Radio’s most popular shows and podcasts. As the team celebrate the milestone of their 200th show Presenter Callum Stoneman spoke to Allan Russell about it’s popularity, his favourite tech and what’s on the 200th episode. Listen to Tech Talk on Tuesday’s at 1pm, catch up on Thursday’s at 9pm or Saturday’s at 5pm. You can also podcast the shows by searching your favo...

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 the charity’s ECLO service and RNIB Bookshare. 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 12...

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 another audio described theatre review. This time we have Birmingham Royal Ballet’s revival of Director Carlos Acosta’s 2022 production of ‘Don Quixote’ at the Birmingham Hippodrome described by Professional Audio...

If you’re looking for an accessible day out, Hywel Davies has news of one attraction in the Southwest that’s undertaken specialist training to welcome blind and partially sighted guests. 

Two new shows are making their way to venues in south Wales. Hywel Davies has been speaking to Audio Describer Michelle Perez ahead of the performances.  

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 Mean Girls, Here And Now and an exhibition at the Lowry. If you'd like...

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 the RNIB’s Eye Care Liaison Officers and the power of Audio Description. 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...

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 another audio described theatre review. This time we have a contemporary dance piece where fearless dancers summon a whirlwind of myth and magic to traditional Irish music with Dance Consortium ’MÁM’ at the Birmin...