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RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station sharing stories of people living with sight loss. Listen to blind and partially sighted people talk about a wide range of topics of relevance to them and join the conversation yourself by emailing [email protected]
Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio
Connect - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss.
Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading.
Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially sighted people.
Sport - See sport differently.
The Happy Hour - Mental health, mindfulness, and overall wellbeing.
Tracks of My Life - Take a journey through our guest's life.
Support - Other podcasts from RNIB.
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Episódios 500
S2 Ep1714: VI Singer Working On Debut Album
Barry Snell caught up with visually impaired singer-songwriter Laurie McMahon, to chat about his love of music, working towards his debut album and also to find out a bit more about his sight-loss journey.Image …
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Barry Snell caught up with visually impaired singer-songwriter Laurie McMahon, to chat about his love of music, working towards his debut album and also to find out a bit more about his sight-loss journey.
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S2 Ep1713: Round Table Conversation - Smart Glasses
Have you been thinking about trying Smart Glasses? Join our round table discussion as we talk about AI features, discuss safety on the go, and explain how to get full setup support when you buy through the RNIB …
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Have you been thinking about trying Smart Glasses? Join our round table discussion as we talk about AI features, discuss safety on the go, and explain how to get full setup support when you buy through the RNIB Shop.
For more information on the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses discussed in the round table, visit the RNIB Shop website - Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses
S2 Ep1716: Tiggi's Love Of Travel, Walks, and Grizzly Bares
In our sight loss story this week, we chat to Tiggi, whom we have heard from on guide dog blogs. This time, Hubert chats to her about her sight loss journey, her love of walking and traveling, and animals too …
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In our sight loss story this week, we chat to Tiggi, whom we have heard from on guide dog blogs. This time, Hubert chats to her about her sight loss journey, her love of walking and traveling, and animals too. Including her love for Grizzly Bares, at a distance.S2 Ep1715: Guide Dog Blogs: Rodney The Tree Climber
This week on Guide Dog Blogs, we welcome back Tiggi. This time to talk about her most recent guide dog Rodney. As well as being a fantastic guide dog, and a great friend to Tiggi, Rodney has one additional …
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This week on Guide Dog Blogs, we welcome back Tiggi. This time to talk about her most recent guide dog Rodney. As well as being a fantastic guide dog, and a great friend to Tiggi, Rodney has one additional talent, which you will not be surprised involves getting to food. Find out more in this podcast.S2 Ep1712: Santa Has Letters For Blind And Partially Sighted Children
Let’s join Allan Russell as he heads to Santa’s Grotto at the North Pole.He’ll chat with Titch The Elf, drop in on a phone call with Rossa from Northern Ireland talking with Santa and you can find out how to …
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Let’s join Allan Russell as he heads to Santa’s Grotto at the North Pole.
He’ll chat with Titch The Elf, drop in on a phone call with Rossa from Northern Ireland talking with Santa and you can find out how to get a, free, accessible letter from Father Christmas, perfect for blind and partially sighted believers!
If you’d like more details on the letters, go to www.rnib.org.uk/santa
#RNIBConnect
Image: A cartoon graphic of Santa holding up a letter.
S2 Ep1711: Inclusive Work Placement Makes a Difference
Did you know that only around 1 in 4 blind or partially sighted people of working age are in employment?Today, we catch up with Emmy Anstee to hear how her work experience with Royal & Derngate in Northampton …
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Did you know that only around 1 in 4 blind or partially sighted people of working age are in employment?
Today, we catch up with Emmy Anstee to hear how her work experience with Royal & Derngate in Northampton is getting on and how she's been finding taking on new challenges.
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S2 Ep1710: Exploring Motherhood On Stage With Sally Clay
Singer, musical director and actor Sally Clay has an exciting new production out and co-produced with Birds of Paradise Theatre Company.Afterbirth is an exploration of motherhood from the point of view of a …
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Singer, musical director and actor Sally Clay has an exciting new production out and co-produced with Birds of Paradise Theatre Company.
Afterbirth is an exploration of motherhood from the point of view of a blind mum and is coming to Eden Court in Inverness this week. The show is part of Confluence, an immersive promenade production which takes you on a guided journey through Eden Court’s iconic building to discover five intimate live performances spanning music, movement, drama and dance.
Joining Sally to chat about the show and the collaboration is Mairi Taylor, Executive Director at Birds of Paradise Theatre Company.
To find out more visit: Confluence | Eden Court
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We’re speaking today with blind artist Rosita McKenzie. Rosita's "Touching Light" solo photography exhibition, will open in Edinburgh on the 4th of November and explore blind imagination and our relationship …
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We’re speaking today with blind artist Rosita McKenzie.
Rosita's "Touching Light" solo photography exhibition, will open in Edinburgh on the 4th of November and explore blind imagination and our relationship with sight in the arts.
Learn more about Rosita's work here: http://www.rositamckenziephotography.co.uk
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S2 Ep1708: Guide Dog Blogs: Tiggi's First Guide Dog Jackie
On guide dog blogs this week, we meet Tiggi, a very active guide dog owner. We discuss why she applied for a guide dog in the first place, but also about her very first guide dog Jackie.
S2 Ep1707: Guide Dog Blogs: Supporting Your Dog During The Fireworks Period
This time of the year can be rather tricky for dogs, whether it's pets or working dogs. However, why od fireworks cause such an issue, what signs should you look out for, how to best support your dog, and what …
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This time of the year can be rather tricky for dogs, whether it's pets or working dogs. However, why od fireworks cause such an issue, what signs should you look out for, how to best support your dog, and what can you do in advance? All these questions answered in this podcast.S2 Ep1706: 'Highland Hike' Lego By VI Designer Stewart Lamb Cromar
Lego have officially launched ‘Highland Hike’ by visually impaired Lego Creator Stewart Cromar.Amelia learns more about Stewart's sight loss story, love of lego and creative designs.Follow Stewart on Instagram …
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Lego have officially launched ‘Highland Hike’ by visually impaired Lego Creator Stewart Cromar.
Amelia learns more about Stewart's sight loss story, love of lego and creative designs.
Follow Stewart on Instagram @Stubot
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S2 Ep1705: Emmy's Tips For An Inclusive Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night is coming up, but with longer and darker nights, crowds and noise, there are many things you might want to consider if planning to take part in celebrations.Paulina spoke with Emmy Anstee from …
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Bonfire Night is coming up, but with longer and darker nights, crowds and noise, there are many things you might want to consider if planning to take part in celebrations.
Paulina spoke with Emmy Anstee from Emmy's VIP Life about some of her tips on how to plan for the celebrations if you're blind or partially sighted.
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S2 Ep1704: VocalEyes What’s On 19 October 2026
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 …
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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:
Six the Musical - Thursday 22 October, 8pm, touch tour 6.45pm, Woking theatre
Dirty Dancing - Saturday 24 October, 2.30pm, touch tour 1.15pm, Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff
Austentatious - Monday 26 October, 7.30pm, Vaudeville Theatre, London
Vision Redbridge Festival of the Dead - Friday 30 October, 5pm - 6pm, touch tour 4.30pm, Redbridge, greater London
Hay Fever - Tuesday 3 November, 7.30pm, Wyndham’s theatre, London.
To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details on how to sign up to the regular VocalEyes What’s On email newsletter do visit - https://vocaleyes.co.uk
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S2 Ep1703: What It's Like Seeing Les Mis With AD?
What is it like seeing a stage production with audio description? Luci Franks went to see the audio described performance of Les Misérables at London's Sondheim Theatre.The famous musical is based on the 1862 …
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What is it like seeing a stage production with audio description?
Luci Franks went to see the audio described performance of Les Misérables at London's Sondheim Theatre.
The famous musical is based on the 1862 novel by Victor Hugo. Set in 19th century France, Les Misérables follows the life of Jean Valjean – an ex-convict who seeks redemption and who is pursued by his rival and ex-guard Javert. Filled with love, passion and courage, the story seas Jean Valjean take on young orphan Cosette. Always on the run, they eventually find themselves in Paris in the midst of the French Revolution.
Luci spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew.
Next touch tour and audio described performance of Les Mis will take place on Saturday 27th of February 2027. Find out more here: Les Misérables London | The Official Website
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S2 Ep1702: Mark Long - Becoming A Life Coach
In our sight loss story feature this week, Hubert chats to Mark Long, who we had on last year, a lot has since changed for Mark, and he told Hubert all about it.
S2 Ep1701: How Did The Sight Loss Charity RNIB Change Amrit’s life?
Until a meeting, as a teenager, with a social worker, Amrit Dhaliwal had no idea of the support and services that were out there for people who were blind or partially sighted.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell …
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Until a meeting, as a teenager, with a social worker, Amrit Dhaliwal had no idea of the support and services that were out there for people who were blind or partially sighted.
RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Amrit, to find out how the charity has influenced her life and why she wants to make sure others seek out their services and help fund the charity’s work.
#RNIBConnect
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S2 Ep1700: Emmy's Tips For Accessible Family Friendly Halloween
With Halloween around the corner, you might be looking for some fun and accessible activities to do.Paulina spoke with Emmy Anstee from Emmy's VIP Life about some of her suggestions for accessible activities …
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With Halloween around the corner, you might be looking for some fun and accessible activities to do.
Paulina spoke with Emmy Anstee from Emmy's VIP Life about some of her suggestions for accessible activities that blind and partially sighted people of all ages can get involved in.
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S2 Ep1699: VocalEyes What’s On 30 September 2026
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 …
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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:
Heathers The Musical - Thursday 8 October, 7.30pm, touch tour 6pm, Curve Theatre, Leicester
Paranormal Activity - Friday 9 October, 7.30pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Woking Theatre
Sinatra The Musical - Tuesday 13 October, 7.30pm, Aldwych Theatre, London
Cats - Wednesday 21 October, 7.30pm, Hull New Theatre
Table 17 - Thursday 22 October, 7.30pm, Kiln Theatre, London
Northern Ballet’s Cinderella - Saturday 24 October, 2.30pm, touch tour 12.15pm, Theatre Royal Nottingham
To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details on how to sign up to the regular VocalEyes What’s On email newsletter do visit - https://vocaleyes.co.uk
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S2 Ep1697: Is It Time to Get Your Flu Vaccinations?
As there seems to be a bit of an autumnal feel in the air at the moment which must mean we are in flu season again. So for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about …
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As there seems to be a bit of an autumnal feel in the air at the moment which must mean we are in flu season again. So for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about reminding us to get our flu vaccinations.
Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey why we have to be vaccinated for flu every year, who is eligible for the flu vaccination and who should have them.
Then to what the difference is between a cold and the flu, whether antibiotics work when you have flu and can we avoid getting flu too.
Finally Elizabeth gave an outline about who is being called to get their flu and covid vaccinations this autumn.
There is more about flu and covid vaccination services on the following pages of the NHS website -
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit -
https://elizabethroddick.comImage: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.
S2 Ep1698: Bella Music Foundation International Music Competition
Barry Snell learns about the Bella Foundations BMF International Music Competition for Blind and Visually Impaired Musicians, which is open to classical and jazz musicians from around the world.Click here to …
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Barry Snell learns about the Bella Foundations BMF International Music Competition for Blind and Visually Impaired Musicians, which is open to classical and jazz musicians from around the world.
Click here to learn more about the competition & also about The Bella Foundation
S2 Ep1696: VocalEyes What’s On 21 September 2026
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 …
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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:
The Curious Incident of The Dog In The Night-Time - Thursday 24 September, 7.30pm, woking Theatre
The Play that Goes Wrong - Friday 25 September, 7.30pm, touch tour 6.15pm, The Duchess Theatre, London
Beetlejuice - Monday 28 September, 7.30pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Prince Edward Theatre, London
The Postal Museum - Audio Described Tour, Saturday 3 October, 10am, Postal Museum
Tristan & Yseult - Thursday 8 October, 2.30pm, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford
To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details on how to sign up to the regular VocalEyes What’s On email newsletter do visit - https://vocaleyes.co.uk
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S2 Ep1695: Guide Dog Blogs: Puppies Visit The Theatre
Are you interested about how puppies get trained to be able to be a guide dog? Well, in this podcast we get a little look at that as we find out how a group of puppies got on when they visited a theatre play …
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Are you interested about how puppies get trained to be able to be a guide dog? Well, in this podcast we get a little look at that as we find out how a group of puppies got on when they visited a theatre play.
Image shows a sweet guide dog puppy smiles at the camera as it gets chin rubs and pets from two Play That Goes Wrong cast members. Behind them lots of people taking photos of the cast and crew interacting with the visiting puppies. (Photo credit: ©EllieKurttz)
S2 Ep1694: VI performers To Play Belfast Gig
Three of Northern Ireland’s most compelling Vision impaired artists — Joe Kenny, Andrea Begley, and Future Her — join forces for Label Me Live, an exclusive one‑night event taking place at The Black Box …
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Three of Northern Ireland’s most compelling Vision impaired artists — Joe Kenny, Andrea Begley, and Future Her — join forces for Label Me Live, an exclusive one‑night event taking place at The Black Box, Belfast as part of the Bounce Arts Festival, presented by University of Atypical.
Barry caught up with Joe Kenny, who is the gigs organiser
S2 Ep1693: Accessible Book & Story Festival Is Coming to Edinburgh
The Accessible Book and Story Festival is coming to Edinburgh on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th of September.If you’re curious to learn how books and stories can be made fun and engaging for children with …
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The Accessible Book and Story Festival is coming to Edinburgh on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th of September.
If you’re curious to learn how books and stories can be made fun and engaging for children with additional needs, then you might want to check it out.
RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Ailie Finlay Director of My Kind Of Book, who are organising the event, to learn more.
For more details visit: Accessible Book & Story Festival 2026 - My Kind of Book
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S2 Ep1692: Tips on Getting a Good Night’s Sleep…
It might be true that many of us may not get enough sleep as we should each night so for this week’s check in with Glasgow Based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about sleep.Elizabeth began by explaining …
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It might be true that many of us may not get enough sleep as we should each night so for this week’s check in with Glasgow Based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about sleep.
Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey why sleep is so important for us all, thinking about the best time to get to sleep and how much sleep we might need a night too.
Then to whether taking naps during the day are a good thing or not.
Ending with a reminder from Elizabeth about heat exhaustion following on from all the recent heat waves and high temperatures that we have had over the summer which may have caused people to not get enough sleep too.
To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.com
Image: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.
S2 Ep1896: VocalEyes What’s On 28 August 2026
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 …
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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:
Audio Descriptions - Milestones Living History Museum, Basingstoke, Hampshire,
Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, London -
Love’s Labours Lost - Sunday 6 September, 1pm, touch tour 11am,,
Much Ado About Nothing - Tuesday 8 September, 2pm, touch tour 12noon,
As you Like It - Thursday 10 September, 2pm, touch tour 12noon,
A Tale of Two Cities - Saturday 19 September, 7.30pm, Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury,
The Choir of Man - Thursday 24 September, 7.30pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford
Wicked 20 – “Pink” Performance - Saturday 26 September, 2.30pm, Apollo Victoria Theatre, London
To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details on how to sign up to the regular VocalEyes What’s On email newsletter do visit -
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S2 Ep1691: George Bunge: Gaming in South Africa
In our Sight Loss Story this week, Hubert chats to George Bunge from South Africa. They discuss his sight loss journey, being blind and partially sighted in South Africa and gaming.
S2 Ep1690: Improvements To Quality of Airport Assistance at 28 Airports across 2025 2026
Hubert chats to Ross from the UK Civil Aviation Authority, to find out about improvements to the quality of passenger assistance across 28 UK airports.
S2 Ep1689: Adam Woodmason - Passion For Drama
In this episode, Hubert chats to Adam about his sight loss journey. They discuss how he adapted to life with sight loss, and his passion for drama and his work with the drama group he is involved with.
S2 Ep1688: How An App Can Help Report Guide Dog Refusals
For many Guide Dog owners unfair, and unlawful, access refusals can be upsetting and embarrassing.Guide Dogs, along with other charity partners, are working to educate service providers, as well as supporting …
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For many Guide Dog owners unfair, and unlawful, access refusals can be upsetting and embarrassing.
Guide Dogs, along with other charity partners, are working to educate service providers, as well as supporting owners to make complaints about their unfair treatment.
Allan Russell spoke to Andy Farrell, from Guide Dogs, to learn more about refusals, what owners can do about them and how an app has become another tool in the box.
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