RNIB Conversations

In this episode, you can find out what thoughts people who attended the first day of the conference have had, and what they were looking forward to in regards to day 2 of the event. 

In this episode of guide dog blogs, we welcome back Gary once more to tell us about his newest K9 friend Chip who he has been starting a new partnership with. We find out a lot about him, and how he can chill out when needed, but we find out what work skills  he shows off when he's guiding. 

On Guide dog blogs this time, Hubert once again chats to Gary Mazin, this time about his second guide dog Herbie. 

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: Romeo & Juliet - Saturday 18 Apri...

With Easter just around the corner here on RNIB Connect Radio we thought it would be a good time to chat with our friends from Torch Trust, the Christian Sight Loss charity, to find out more about what they are able to offer to blind and partially sighted people of all ages who might be looking for an accessible Bible, Bible reading notes, Christian books and magazines plus much more too.  Sarah D...

Following on from the recent news reports about shortages of medications such as Co-codamol 30/500 For this week’s check-in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about what to do when there are shortages of medications. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about what we should do if we have problems getting our medicines.   Then to whether it is poss...

In our sight loss story this week, Hubert chats with Dominick about his journey, and his love of gaming. You can also hear an extended version of our chat with him by searching for RNIB Tech Talk in your favourite podcast app. 

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: The Play That Goes Wrong - Sunday 22...

Phil Harrison is registered blind and at the end of April will run his first ever marathon as he takes on the 2026 London Marathon with his guide runner for Team RNIB.  Phil spoke to RNIB Connect Radio about this exciting challenge alongside film-maker Reuben Armstrong, who has created an amazing documentary 'An Exercise in Perspective' about Phil's journey. Watch the documentary and support Phil...

On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert chats to Gary to start a series about his guide dogs. Firstly, we hear about Gibson, Gary's first dog, and the special bond they had together. 

Charity VICTA UK is supporting young people is working to develop some exciting accessible materials for the Canal Museum in London.  They recently held workshops around it in Scotland and Paulina caught up with one of the participants, Emmy Anstee, to learn more. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold p...

On Guide dog blogs this week, Hubert chats to George Plumridge about his guide dog, and how his life has changed. They chat learning new environments and the joy of having very vocal guide dogs.  

In this week's sight loss story, Hubert chats to Lee Roak. They talk his sight condition, Lee's passion for the support he has been given throughout his education journey, how he wants to give back, and his love for doing radio. 

With International Women’s Day celebrated on Sunday 8th of March, we’re discussing what it’s like to navigate the online space as a visually impaired woman. Joining Paulina Kuchorew on the Happy Hour are RNIB’s Social Media Officer Lisa Adams and blogger and Social Media Manager with RNIB Holly Tuke. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capita...

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: The Devil Wears Prada - Tuesday 10 Ma...

The landmark exhibition “Tracey Emin: A Second Life’ at Tate Modern traces 40 years of her ground-breaking practice, showcasing career-defining sensations alongside works never exhibited before. The exhibition celebrates Tracey Emin’s raw and confessional approach as she poses profound questions on love, trauma, and autobiography. Demonstrating her lifelong commitment to painting, showing her rece...

In our sight loss story this week, Hubert chats to Graham. They talk sight loss, how Braille has helped him with his education, and his business. 

This week on Guide Dog Blogs, Hubert chats to Jane Manley about her guide dog Rosie. They talk about Jane's first thoughts up on meeting her guide dog, and also Rosie's love of police uniforms together with other things. 

Ni Maxine is an award-winning Neo-jazz singer-songwriter based in Liverpool who has cemented herself as a rising star in the UK jazz scene. Championed across the NME, Jazz FM and the EFG London Jazz Festival, Ni is celebrated for her conscious, rich and resonant musical storytelling. ‘The Jazz Club's’ Jake Hart caught up with Ni to discuss the release of her debut EP ‘Mother’s Arms’, her upcoming...

The Design Museum’s landmark exhibition Wes Anderson: the Archives charts the evolution of Anderson’s films from early experiments in the 1990s to more recent productions. Through the up-coming audio described tour of the exhibition on Friday 27 February at 10.30am blind and partially sighted people will get the opportunity to explore the design stories behind some of his award-winning and iconic...

Hubert talks to Mike and Andy from Be My Eyes about their new product which aims to support blind and partially sighted people a work, and providing them with an equal experience with their fellow staff.  You can catch a longer version of this interview by checking out RNIB Tech Talk. 

In the Sight Loss Story this week, Hubert chats to George Plumridge. George shares his sight loss story, talks about his experiences as a teacher, and his experience of a TPT internship, as he now works in their education team. 

In this podcast, Hubert chats to another intern whom we have spoken to during our trip to the TPT Intern day last year. Hubert talks ot Matthew about his internship experience, what he has learned, and challenges he has overcome. 

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: I’m Sorry Prime Minister - Saturday 7...

On guide dog blogs this week, we chat to Alex once again, as he tells us about his guide dog Rosie, and how different she is the his previous dog Blossom.