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Sight Matters Matters

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Each month Bob Harrison chats with members of the team at Sight Matters in Onchan about what's available for people with sight impairments, activities and what services Sight Matters offers

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Sight Matters Matters - David Hogg 08.04.2026 6:09

David Hogg - a local cyclist - is gearing up for an epic 2,000-kilometre journey across Europe - all in support of Isle of Man sight loss charity Sight Matters.

Sight Matters Matters - Meet The Matrons 02.03.2026 5:12

In the latest episode of Sight Matters Matters, Bob Harrison is joined by two senior representatives from Manx Care to discuss patient experience, waiting times, and the renewed focus on nursing leadership across the Isle of Man.

Sight Matters Matters - Debbie Thompson 26.01.2026 5:01

Sight Matters is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a wide-ranging programme of fundraising and community events. Volunteer Co-Ordinator Debbie Thompson tells Bob Harrison what is coming up through 2026.

Sight Matters Matters - Cathryn Bradley 19.12.2025 4:56

CEO Cathryn Bradley joins the podcast to review the impact of Sight Matters’ work in 2025, including the delivery of 99 free activities for members, creative partnerships through the Arts Council’s 60 for 60 programme, and the successful installation of solar panels following a community fundraising campaign.

Sight Matters Matters - Michelle Furness 17.11.2025 4:08

Michelle Furness from ManninSight, a fundraising arm of the Sight Matters. Michelle joins host Bob Harrison to discuss an inspiring event coming to the island in March 2026 – a special evening with Janet Gray MBE, an athlete and motivational speaker.

Sight Matters Matters - Marc Furness 29.10.2025 5:00

Marc Furness, Partner at Callin Wild, talks about Will Writing Month. Exploring why making or updating a will is important, how it helps protect your loved ones, and how Callin Wild’s support makes a difference for Sight Matters members.

Sight Matters Matters - Peter Marshall 26.09.2025 5:09

In this episode, Peter Marshall - Marketing & Fundraising Lead for Sight Matters explains what exactly the charity does.

Sight Matters Matters - Andy Bass & Kerry Waddington 26.08.2025 4:39

Andy Bass Head of Sales and Kerry Waddington Head of Marketing and Communications at Conister Bank. The Conversation is about our upcoming Coast 2 Coast walk

Sight Matters Matters - Ashley Perry 18.07.2025 5:23

Bob Harrison chats toe Ashley Perry about his challenge to raise money for Sight Matters.

Sight Matters Matters - Robert Cowley 17.06.2025 4:25

Bob Harrison chats to local author Robert Cowley

Mannin Sight - Road Safety 20.05.2025 5:17

In this month’s Sight Matters Matters Bob Harrison chats to Chris Smith from Road Safety about staying safe on the roads – especially as a visually impaired person.

Sight Matters Matters - Josh Radcliffe 15.04.2025 6:23

This episode is with Josh Radcliffe from Manx Telecom talking to Bob Harrison about the copper switch off.

Sight Matters matters 19.03.2025 4:52

Bob Harrison chats toe Sight Matters Chairman Bob Dowty.

Mannin Sight 14.02.2025 4:42

Karen Callin and Michelle Furness from Sight Matters’ fundraising arm ManninSight. The ladies talk about why ManninSight was founded and what fundraising events they have coming up.

Sight Matters Matters - An ECLO? 14.01.2025 4:51

Bob Harrison chats to Eye Clinic Liason Officer Lesley Hankinson to find out what that role is all about and what she does.