Best RNIB Connect Radio Podcasts (2025)

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Aspire Consultancy 3:05

11h ago3:05

3:05

Back to Sight Village where David Hogg caught up with Graham Longly from Aspire Consultancy who offer hi and low tech solutions for people who are blind or partially sighted. Image shows David interviewing Graham. David is on the left in a pink and blue gradient t-shirt and holds up a small recording device to Graham, who is wearing a deep maroon p…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Dolphin 3:23

11h ago3:23

3:23

At Sight Village Scotland, our David Hogg spoke to Dolphin Computer Access about some new AI features coming to their products. 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.…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Glidance 8:27

11h ago8:27

8:27

More now from Sight Village Scotland as our David Hogg speaks to Luke Buckberrough, co-founder of Glidance. Image shows David interviewing Luke outside the Glasgow Science Centre with lovely sunshine streaming down on them. David is on the left and smiles as he holds up a tiny microphone clipped into his recorder. Luke smiles back as he stands acro…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Seescape 4:05

11h ago4:05

4:05

Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Barry Snell has been interviewing many of the exhibitors but also caught up with Diane and Elena from Seescape, who were there to check out some of the latest accessible products and services. Image shows…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - The Royal National College for the Blind 2:51

11h ago2:51

2:51

Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Barry Snell has been chatting to many of the exhibitors, including Ellie from The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC). Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written …

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Talking News Federation 3:09

11h ago3:09

3:09

Let’s head back to Sight Village Scotland where our David Hogg spoke to Talking News Federation. 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.…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - HumanWare 3:08

11h ago3:08

3:08

Back to Sight Village now where David Hogg spoke to HumanWare and found out about some exciting AI features coming to their magnifiers. 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…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Macular Society 2:53

11h ago2:53

2:53

Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Barry Snell has been interviewing many of the exhibitors and caught up with Laura from Macular Society. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital …

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Retina UK 2:49

11h ago2:49

2:49

Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Barry Snell has been interviewing many of the exhibitors. Here he is talking to Matthew Carr from Retina UK. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black cap…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - RNIB Scotland 3:31

11h ago3:31

3:31

Let’s head back to Sight Village Scotland, David Hogg caught up with Ian White and Conor Joseph from RNIB Scotland. Image shows Ian, Conor, and David standing in the exhibition space. Ian is looking down at the table as he speaks about some of the items they have on display. Standing behind him in a pink hoodie is Conor and on the right it's David,…

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 – Sight & Sound Technology 5:33

11h ago5:33

5:33

Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Barry Snell has been chatting to many of the exhibitors & managed to catch up with Ian Kennedy from Sight & Sound Technology. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written …

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S2 Ep1122: Sight Village Scotland 2025 - Sight Scotland 2:52

11h ago2:52

2:52

Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. At Sight Village Scotland, David Hogg spoke to Sight Scotland before the event started. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and unde…

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674: TV Guide - Thursday 22nd May 3:16

1h ago3:16

3:16

By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1130: UK Sight Loss Charity Launches Travel And Transport Report 8:01

1h ago8:01

8:01

When it comes to living an independent and fulfilling life, accessible public transport is vital for blind and partially sighted people. UK sight loss charity RNIB has just launched the first part of a major piece of research into getting around accessibly and safely, for blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke …

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S2 Ep1123: RNIB Cymru Launch Report Into Bus Travel 9:40

2h ago9:40

9:40

A new report from RNIB Cymru highlights the current state of bus travel in Wales and suggests ways to make travel more inclusive in the future. Hywel Davies has been hearing about some of the challenges to get everyone ‘All Aboard’.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1125: AI For Service Dog Training 6:37

2h ago6:37

6:37

How can AI help with assistance dog training? Amelia spoke to Dr. Mohammad Amir-Hosseini to learn about some exciting research taking place at the University Of East London. 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 R…

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674: TV Guide - Wednesday 21st May 3:16

28m ago3:16

3:16

By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1129: What Does The UK-EU Agreement Mean For Travelling With A Guide Dog? 8:04

5h ago8:04

8:04

How will upcoming changes to the UK pet travel rules impact guide dog users? Amelia spoke Chris Theobald, the Senior Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager from Guide Dogs UK, to learn more. For information on travelling from Great Britain, visit the GOV.UK website - Travelling with Pets | Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affa…

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S2 Ep1121: Guide Dog Blogs: Issy’s First Day Of Training With Ice 8:53

1h ago8:53

8:53

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.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1127: GiveVision Headset for Football and Live Events 6:40

1d ago6:40

6:40

Our Daivd Hogg finds out about a devices that can make watching live football much more accessible for blind and partially sighted fans…By RNIB Connect Radio

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565: Tech Talk 565: Good Food Talks, Gemini AI, GAAD Roundup 55:25

3h ago55:25

55:25

This week, we find out how Artificial Intelligence is being used to select future guide dogs, we’ll talk to the developers of the ‘Good Food Talks App’ which aims to make restaurant menus more accessible, plus we’ll be rounding up the big announcements from this year’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day. You can listen to the show live in the UK ev…

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S2 Ep1126: Atlantic Challenge Will Test This Crew To Their Limits. 10:17

2h ago10:17

10:17

Adam Benjamin, along with 3 intrepid rowers, aim to row across the Atlantic Ocean to raise funds and awareness for a variety of charities. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Adam to find out how you prepare for something like this, what they’re expecting on the journey and how adaptations can be made for Adam, who is registered blind, to t…

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674: TV Guide - Tuesday 20th May 3:08

1h ago3:08

3:08

By RNIB Connect Radio

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Sefton Talking Newspaper, Interview With Sylvia Cooperthwaite. 6:44

3h ago6:44

6:44

Jennifer Murray chats to Sylvia Cooperthwaite from Sefton Talking Newspaper to learn all about it. You can phone Sefton Talking Newspaper on: 01519289775. Image description: 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 R…

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S2 Ep1120: Eye Health For All 7:33

1d ago7:33

7:33

Barry Snell learns why African and Caribbean communities are especially at risk of developing the sight loss condition Glaucoma . He is talking to Robyn Asprey from Glaucoma UK and also to Chuckwudike Ukeje, who's own family was affected when his father was diagnosed with the debilitating eye disease. To find out more about Glaucoma click here Imag…

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Somerset Sight, Interview With Jackie and Kate. 7:15

9h ago7:15

7:15

Would you like to know about a charity called Somerset Sight? Jennifer Murray chats to Jackie and Kate from the charity. You can contact Somerset Sight in any of the following ways: Somerset Sight’s Website: Somerset Sight – Working with people who lack sight, not vision Phone: 01823333818 Email: [email protected] Image description: Image …

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S2 Ep1119: Guide Dog Blogs: Janette Scott – Guide Dog Story 7:56

4d ago7:56

7:56

This week Hubert speaks to Jannette Scott, and finds out about some of her many guide dogs, and why she decided to apply. 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.…

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674: TV Guide - Monday 19th May 3:42

19h ago3:42

3:42

By RNIB Connect Radio

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Reflections 18.05.2025, Growing up blind in South Korea

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This week Producer Linn Davies talks to Nayoung Lee, a clarinettist from South Korea who now lives in the UK. Nayoung shares her experiences of school and church life growing up, why she chose to come to the UK and how climbing mountains made her appreciate life and God in new ways. To contact Torch […]…

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674: TV Guide - Sunday 18th May 2:41

2d ago2:41

2:41

By RNIB Connect Radio

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674: TV Guide - Saturday 17th May 3:03

4d ago3:03

3:03

By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1121: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 17/05/25 6:59

3d ago6:59

6:59

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks about Global Accessibility Awareness Day, RNIB's involvement with upcoming storylines on Eastenders, plus a night at the ARIAS for RNIB Connect Radio. If you, or someone you know, wo…

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S2 Ep1124: Network With Scottish VI Creators At The VICS Get Together 8:31

3d ago8:31

8:31

Visually Impaired Creators Scotland (VICS) are hosting an in-person and online get together on Monday 19th May. Amelia spoke to Kirin Saeed, VICS founder, to learn more. Join in person from 1 to 4 pm at The Dean Centre in Leith, Edinburgh, or online from 3 to 4 pm. Refreshments and reasonable travel expenses provided. Contact kirinsaeed@btinternet.…

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S2 Ep1118: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - A Thousand Splendid Suns, AD Theatre Review 6:21

3d ago6:21

6:21

RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025 This week we have the return of the stage adaptation of Khaled Hosseini’s best-selling novel ‘A Th…

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Luke Howarth, Sight Loss Story. 11:22

3d ago11:22

11:22

Jennifer Murray chats to Luke Howarth to learn about his sight loss journey and about his own business he has set up. You can contact Luke in any of the following ways: Contact Details for Vision With Luke: Email Address: [email protected] Phone: 07496902749 Website: https://www.visionwithluke.co.uk/ Facebook page: Vision with Luke | Burnle…

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Bankietalk Talking Newspaper, Interview With Irene McKelvie. 6:27

3d ago6:27

6:27

Would you like to learn about Bankietalk Talking Newspaper based in Clydebank Scotland? Well, Jennifer Murray chats to Irene McKelvie to find out more. Bankietalk Talking Newspaper's office is only staffed on a Wednesday however, you can contact them via any of the following ways (including leaving a message on their answer phone): Bankietalk Talki…

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424: Percival Everett on James - Winner of the 2025 Pulitzer Prize for fiction 57:45

3d ago57:45

57:45

Winner of the National Book Award and now the Pulitzer Prize for fiction, James is a subversive reimagining of “Huckleberry Finn” told from the perspective of Jim, Huck's enslaved companion on the raft ride. Percival Everett tells Robert Kirkwood about the book and reveals he read Huck Finn too many times in the research! We also hear about the sci…

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S2 Ep1119: Scottish Disability Sport Host National Exhibition On 14th June 6:18

3d ago6:18

6:18

On the 14th June Scottish Disability Sport (SDS), supported by The Motability Scheme, are hosting a national exhibition for people with a disability to find out what sports and physical activities they can get involved in. There will be opportunities to meet new people, learn about schemes and organisations that can offer support, and educational o…

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S2 Ep1122: Some Audio Described Highlights From MindsEye Description. 9:03

3d ago9:03

9:03

Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description about some forthcoming events with Audio Description. AD makes television, movies, galleries and other arts events more inclusive, accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people. This month they’re looking at An American smash hit, a ch…

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673: TV Guide - Friday 16th May 3:09

4d ago3:09

3:09

By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1120: RNC Head To The Goalball Club World Cup 7:08

6d ago7:08

7:08

Following their performance at last year’s European Goalball Club Association (EGCA) Women's Champions League, the RNC’s Women’s Goalball team has been invited to one of the sport's biggest tournaments next week. Hywel Davies has been hearing about the team’s preparations for the Goalball Club World Cup. You can find more information on the officia…

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S2 Ep1114: What Is Global Accessibility Awareness Day? 12:29

4d ago12:29

12:29

Each year we celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) which aims to make the world a more accessible place for people with disabilities. Why should we highlight the annual event and why should the public and private sectors, in particular, pay close attention to it’s importance? RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Gavin Neate, fr…

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The Cotswold Listener, Interview With June Little. 6:00

4d ago6:00

6:00

Would you like to learn more about The Cotswold Listener? Well, Jennifer Murray speaks to June Little to find out more. You can get in touch with the Cotswold Listener in any of the following ways: The Cotswold Listener’s Website: https://www.cotswoldlistener.co.uk/ Email Address: [email protected] Phone: 01242252072 Image description: I…

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S2 Ep1118: Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Historic Royal Palaces Access Offer 6:02

4d ago6:02

6:02

For GAAD (Global Accessibility Awareness Day) 2025 (Thursday 15 May 2025) we are focusing on access to heritage for blind and partially sighted people as RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined by Aileen Pierce, Head of Interpretation and Design at Historic Royal palaces to find out more about HRP and an overview of their access offer which inclu…

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S2 Ep1117: Global Accessibility Awareness Day, National Trust AccessAble Guides 12:29

4d ago12:29

12:29

For GAAD (Global Accessibility Awareness Day) 2025 (Thursday 15 May 2025) we are going to focus on access to heritage for blind and partially sighted people as RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined by Rachael Osmotherley, Visitor Journey Development Manager for Access, Experiences and Partnerships at the national Trust to highlight the great ac…

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S2 Ep1118: Walking For Charity 4:33

4d ago4:33

4:33

Ex-Paralympian Richard Burt who is about to take on an epic trek from Brighton to Salisbury, to raise money for the charity Wiltshire Sight. Barry Snell caught up with him to find out more. 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 …

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673: TV Guide - Thursday 15th May 3:13

5d ago3:13

3:13

By RNIB Connect Radio

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Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind, Interview With Susan Connolly. 5:48

5d ago5:48

5:48

Jennifer Murray chats to Susan Connolly from Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind to learn about what they do. If you would like to contact Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind, you can do so in the following ways: Hull and District Talking Magazine for the Blind’s Website: www.hulltalkingmagazine.org.uk Phone: 01482 585822 …

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