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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: Please Please Me - Thursday 7 May, 7....

On guide dog blogs this week, Hubert welcomes back Kate, as they chat about her guide dog Cassie, we once again hear what sort of car she was like, and more importantly, what change she made to Kate's life. We also hear about how skillful she was at making sure she gets a nice rest spot as well. 

What’s the connection between the May Queen and the Green Man and what flowers bloom in abundance this month? Amelia is here with the May almanac. Learn more about  nature on the RSPB website - 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...

Barry Snell catches up with visually impaired Milton Keynes DJ, Jake Hypastep, who takes his musical inspiration from the 90’s rave era. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

In our sight loss story this week, Hubert chats to Rimple about her journey. They also chat about going to the gym, how it helps with so many aspects, and also how to make the experience more accessible. 

Imagine losing not just your sight, but the very memory of it. That's a different kind of blindness. RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew went along to the "Everything Near Becomes Distant" exhibition by Digital Photographic Artist Robert H. King. The Exhibition is on ad Clydebank Town Hall until 14th of May. Find out more here:  Robert H. King | Photography and Digital Art Image shows Robert pos...

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: Six the Musical - Saturday 25 April,...

In this podcast, you can find out some of the best bug bears submited by the blind and partially sighted community which we feature on The Lunch Break on RNIB Connect Radio. 

In this episode Hubert chats to the education team from Thomas Pocklington Trust, as he finds out more about the education transitions conference that is taking place this week and what people can expect. 

With recent new research on what constitutes healthy exercise for this week’s regular check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we are talking all about exercise. Elizabeth began by giving an overview of the new research to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey. Then to explaining what Zone 2 exercise is all about, whether walking is still a good form of exercise to do and finally some th...

Paul Hotchkiss' life changed when he lost his sight overnight.  With support from MySight York he has found new hobbies, great friends and re-gained his confidence. He told Amelia more... Learn more about MySight York on their website -  MySight York

If your guide dog could be described as a car, what would it be? This is what we find out on Guide Dog Blogs this week with Kate Lindgren, plus we found out about what her first guide dog was like and we hear some stories of the lengths she went to in order to get hold of a yummy treat. 

Looking to try a new style or add a piece to your wardrobe? Alice Christina-Corrigan shares how she finds new makeup and style inspiration as a visually impaired fashion-lover. Follow Alice on Instagram @aliceccorrigan and tiktok @alicechristinacorrigan and learn more on her website -  Alice Christina-Corrigan – Actor, Maker & All Things Access Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a whi...

On the Happy Hour we're joined by Penny Melville-Brown, a British Royal Navy veteran, blind baker and winner of the Holman Prize. Over the last 30 years, Penny has worked in the disability field, raising awareness and pushing for societal change to better support those living with long-term lifechanging health conditions. She spoke to Happy Hour's Paulina Kuchorew about her book: It Could Be You.....

Lianne Orr has had Uveitis since childhood and shares her experiences of sight loss, parenting and life on Tiktok. Amelia learned more about her... Follow Lianne on @iamliliorr 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. 

This week, Clarke Reynolds will be running the Brighton Marathon, with help of volunteers and technology. In this podcast he tells Hubert how it'll all work and where the idea came from. 

Here's our latest review and this time we're looking at a family friendly magical release based on a popular book by Enyd Blythe. Reviewing The Magic Faraway Tree it's Emmy. Image shows a scene from the movie. A little girl looks ahead in awe. On the left, a blonde fairy in a bright green outfit and to the right, a man dressed in saucepan armor. Two stacked on top of his head making him look extra...

Kay received a SSI registration in her 70s and has been learning how to use a long cane and embrace life with sight loss.  She told Amelia about her diagnosis journey and sharing her experiences on social media. Find Kay On Youtube, Facebook, Tiktok And Instagram under kaybmusicfitnessdance. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters...

With spring in the air plus the days getting warmer and longer, this week’s check-in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick is all about hay fever.   Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey what happens in the body when we get hay fever and the types of symptoms people get with hay fever too.  Then to what people can take to help combat hay fever.  You will find m...

Marvel fans assemble!  RNIB Connect Radio's Robert Kirkwood spoke with executive producer Sana Amanat and showrunner and executive producer Dario Scardapane about accessibility, keeping up with the MCU and Daredevil's new suit in Daredevil: Born Again. Blinded as a child, Matt Murdock works as a lawyer by day and a vigilante by night. Season 2 of the show is now streaming on Disney+ with the all i...

Finally in our coverage, Hubert spoke to RNIB's very own Robin Spinks following his AI presentation. 

Sarah and Nina chat to Hubert in this podcast about their workshop, and we find out more about what the Insight Network actually is. 

Hubert also went to some workshops at the the lived experience conference, one of them, was technology based, regarding accessibility challenges and solutions, and a bit of AI of course. He spoke to the organisers of the workshop afterwards. 

Hubert catches up with inspirational speaker Nick Elston after he gave his presenation to kick off day 2 of the conference.