RSBC Unseen

Back in February we did a two day podcasting workshop with the  @Roundhouse . In it, a bunch of us came up with different podcast ideas and recorded them together in their studios.    In part two we talk about white canes and misconceptions we face!   New episodes every last Friday of the month. Send us Fan Mail

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What advice do you wish you’d had when you were younger?  Some members of our Sisterhood group shared their pearls of wisdom, and we sat down with Amy and Nyla to chat through them. The RSBC Sisterhood group meets on Zoom every other Tuesday, you can find out more here: https://luma.com/adc9oyco?lm_source=embed Other Useful Links: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/help-vision/i...

On this weeks episode, Juliette spoke to Kolo about his work with Wrexham Youth Parliament. They chatted about how he got involved, what the group is up to and what else Kolo does in his spare time. https://youngwrexham.co.uk/info/yourvoiceyourwrexham/senedd-yr-ifanc/ Send us Fan Mail

Our forum member Georgia is part of a music collective for her local church. For World Sight Day last year she challenged the group to memorise and play by ear a hymn she’d written, so they could understand how she engages with music.   In this episode Georgia chatted to Angela, Caroline and David from the collective about how they found the challenge and what they got from it.   Send us Fan Mail

We sat down with elite Goalball player Alex Ulysses to hear about sight level classification in VI sports. She explains the differences between levels and how players are classified at competitions. We discuss how the process impacts on players. Send us Fan Mail

We sat down with our habilitation officer Rosie, to talk about how she works with young people who are starting to use a long cane. With insights from three cane users, we talk about common fears and misconceptions people have when thinking about using a long cane. Send us Fan Mail

Join Freddie and Paris from RSBC's Audiobook Club as they take us through the twists and turns of the murder mystery series the group's been reading this year. They tell us what they love about the books and the murder mystery activity inspired by reading them.   Our Audiobook Club runs every Monday and Thursday evening 5pm to 6pm on Zoom, and is for young blind and partially sighted peo...

We sat down with Nailah and asked her everything we didn’t know about blind football – which was a lot! She talked to us about how she got into it, some of the history of the sport and where she hopes to take it in the future. Nailah’s Socials: @ablurredperspective on TikTok @a_blurred_perspective on Instagram @Ablurredperspective on YouTube Send us Fan Mail

What apps are useful for VI people when out and about? Kaya and Rufus tried a few out then came and reviewed them with us. They considered accessibility, reliability, usability and noteable features of the apps. We reviewed Good Maps Outdoors, Soundscape and Railboard which are all available for free. Send us Fan Mail

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to mark Disability Pride Month, we chatted with some of our Youth Forum members. they discussed their journeys with understanding their vision impairments, how they feel about being disabled and things they've done that they're proud of!  Send us Fan Mail

Join Senior Activity officer, Fran, with Alex, Eliza and Jordan as they chat about the RSBC LGBTQIA+ Group how it came to be, what community looks likes at the intersection of queerness and vision impairment and how art, creativity and activisim can shape respresentation within and beyond the LGBTQIA+ community.  Send us Fan Mail

Join Tech Mates Alex and Juliette as they chat all things Braille! From learning journeys to their favourite devices, with a race thrown in for good measure! You'll learn about how Braille and technology go hand in hand and help vision impaired people access their devices.  Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, Adam and Alejandro join Alex and Kaya from RSBC to chat about their favourite moments from working together. They reflect on how their collaboration used tech in creative ways to support young people exploring employment. VR headsets, and smart glasses, this episode has it all! Send us Fan Mail

Join Juliette and Alex from RSBC as they celebrate World Book Day with the Audio Book Club! In this cosy episode, young book lovers share what reading means to them, how audiobooks bring stories to life, and what makes a narrator truly unforgettable. Whether you're a lifelong reader or just discovering the joy of audiobooks, this episode is your perfect literary escape. Remember, if you'...

Alyssia, Rona and Zenny from the RSBC Youth Forum talked about their love of reading in honour of the upcoming World Book Day. They discuss their favourite genres, books and why they particularly value Braille as a way of accessing literature.  Stay tuned for our Audiobook Club’s episode for even more book chat! Send us Fan Mail

On this Pride-themed episode of the Youth Forum’s Unseen Podcast, the RSBC’s LGBTQIA+ Youth Group discuss what it means to inhabit the intersecting spaces of vision impairment and queerness. We also talk about our queer icons, and the group’s plans for the future. Send us Fan Mail

Hello, hello; and welcome to a brand-new podcast from RSBC! Our Audiobook Club is here to talk about their latest read, Lil' Muffin Drops the Mic by comedian Romesh Ranganathan! How does, cooking, Hip-Hop, and comedy go together? Let ABC tell you! RSBC Audiobook Club is a weekly session ran remotely. Listen to your favourite books from the comfort of your home, meet new friends, and join in o...

Welcome to the very first episode of the TechMates podcast, featuring hosts Alex and Juliette, delving into the fascinating world of technology for visually impaired people. Put simply, it is just 2 mates, having a chat about tech!    In this debut episode, they'll explore how artificial intelligence could enhance the daily lives of the VI community, from taking silly photos to the pitfalls o...

Welcome to  the RSBC Unseen podcast focusing on the unique journey of parenting as a blind parent. Zenny, our host, is joined by three extraordinary blind parents, each navigating their parenthood journey in their own distinct ways. They transparently share their  challenges, positive and negative experiences as well as advice for other blind  parents. Send us Fan Mail

What does friendship mean to you ? In this month’s podcast we had a great time discussing friendship as we approach friendship week. It was a pleasure to have Camille and Carla from Sisterhood join us to share their take on the importance of friendship and how Sisterhood has been the perfect place for young women to cultivate authentic friendships. Throughout the episode, our hosts delve into the...

In this week's captivating episode of the RSBC Unseen podcast, hosts Ikra and Kaya embark on an eye-opening journey as they delve into the world of radio broadcasting with a remarkable guest, Banaris Iqbal. With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years, Banaris is not only an experienced radio DJ but also a valued member of the management committee at Bradford Community Broadcasting Radi...

In the latest episode of RSBC Unseen, hosts Zenny, Kaya, and Charlotte dive into the topic of finances. They discuss the challenges faced by young people when it comes to accessing their own money and offer valuable tips on how to avoid common mistakes. The trio also provides insights into which banks are accessible and how to navigate the often-confusing world of finance. Join them as they explor...

In this episode of RSBC Unseen, we explore the topic of transitions. Join us as we hear from Rona and Camille, who share their personal experiences of moving from mainstream school to a college for the visually impaired and from France to England respectively. Rona will take us through her journey of adjusting to a new learning environment and the challenges she faced, as well as the support syste...