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Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Macbeth -  Thursday 14 November, 7.30...

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With winter just around the corner for this week’s regular check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about supplements and vitamins.   Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about the different types of supplements and vitamins that are available which might help us to get through the winter and those dark nights. Elizabeth then explained what the...

Siloton, a Bristol-based health technology startup, has secured £860,000 to progress the commercial rollout of its groundbreaking eye imaging chip technology, which could help address the UK’s most common cause of sight loss. Siloton’s technology aims to make the diagnosis and monitoring of a range of treatable retinal diseases more affordable and accessible, by compressing a tabletop-worth of hea...

Time to talk music as our David Hogg chats to with Tegan Skyrme about all things music, TikTok, and challenging stereotypes. You can find Tegan on TikTok by searching for: tegan_blind_star Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters. 

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Raphael Tactile Images - Audio Descri...

After a bit of a break over the summer we have started up again our regular check ins with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick and as we move from autumn into winter this week we are talking all about the importance of getting your flu and Covid vaccinations if you are eligible. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey firstly about who is eligible for the flu vaccin...

On Guide Dog Blogs this week we meet Biggy, called that for a reason according to Rachel, his mum. She tells us about some of his funny habits, and it’s certainly an upbeat listen. (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert speaks to Jade and finds out her travel tips for getting around with her guide dog. (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

A modern adaptation of the famous Jilly Cooper 1988 novel Rivals is launching on Disney Plus on the 18th of October. The show stars Aidan Turner, David Tennant and Victoria Smurfit, who plays the character of Maud O’Hara. Hubert got a chance to chat to her about the show, and her work with the RNIB. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB written in bold black capital letters and underlined with...

Blind Dave Heeley is no stranger to a challenge, however few could have been as emotional as his latest one. Dave and his team took on the Western Front Way Challenge, a 600 mile cycle through the French and Belgian battlegrounds of WW1. Dave was fundraising for his beloved Albion Foundation. Barry Snell caught up with Dave to hear all about it.

'Shadow Of An Echo' exhibition explores a photographer’s sight loss through surreal self-portraits. Currently on show at Clydebank Art Gallery and Museum, the exhibition will stay there until 29th of October 2024.  RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew went to check it out and spoke with the Digital Photographic Artist behind it, Robert H. King. The free audio described tour will take place on Fri...

Have you ever thought of taking your guide dog onto an airplane? Well on Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert speaks to Zein once again about her experience, and asks whether she’d do it again…

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Evening Audio Described Tour: Ranjit...

This week on Guide Dog Blogs we chat to Chris Wallace from Berkshire Stags again, and ask him about his dog and how he finds traveling on public transport.

Walli lost his sight after stepping on an explosive device as he was working for the British forces, since then however, he’s gotten married, re-discovered running, taken part in many competitions, and wrote a book about his experiences. In this podcast he spoke to Hubert about his experience.

This week, Hubert speaks to PHD student researcher Zein about how she takes her guide dog on outdoor trips including hiking.

Barry Snell chats to Claire Merritt about her upcoming Glasswalk challenge. Claire is fundraising for My Vision Oxfordshire, who have been a massive help since her sight loss began in 2021. Click to find out more about MyVision Oxfordshire 

How is sexual health linked to mental health? Paulina spoke to local wellbeing service SASH ‘Support and Advice on Sexual Health’ (SASH) to learn more for this year’s Sexual Health Week and why they would like to hear from blind and partially sighted people. Sexual Health Week runs from the 9th till 15th of September. To find out more about SASH visit: sashlondon.org Image shows SASH's logo. On a...

Have you ever wondered what it’s like for a blind or partially sighted person to visualise art? Hubert has been speaking to Millie, a graphics student about her sight loss journey, and how she makes art accessible for her.

On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert once again chats to Chris Wallace from Berkshire Stags, this time all about going shopping and visiting restaurants.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Descriptive Tour and Workshop: The Co...

In our weekly Guide Dog Blogs feature, Hubert talks to Chris Wallace and asks him about how he takes his guide dog to Cricket matches.

In this edition of Guide Dog Blogs, Hubert speaks to Luci Franks as he tries to get some tips on traveling with your guide dog on trains and buses.