S1 Ep1487: RNIB Volunteer Shares Talent On TV
The people who volunteer for RNIB are a talented group. Hywel Davies catches up with one volunteer from South Wales who's heading for your television screen this weekend. Michael McIntyre's Big Show is on BBC1 at 6:50, Saturday the 14th of January. If you miss the episode you can catch up on the BBC iPlayer.
6m Jan 12, 2023
6m
S1 Ep1486: World Braille Day 2023 - Panel Discussion
As part of the celebrations for World Braille Day 2023 RNIB's Dave Williams chaired a discussion between Mary Fernandes from Cisco Systems, Christopher Patnoe from Google and Robin Spinks from RNIB. The panel discuss the various uses of braille and the future of the format.
21m Jan 04, 2023
21m
S1 Ep1485: Making Travel More Accessible For Visually Impaired People
Would you like to get away for some rest and relaxation? Maybe an action-packed adventure holiday is more your style. Hywel Davies has been speaking to one travel company that's making sure everything they do is accessible. For more information about Seable Holidays, visit www.seable.co.uk
6m Dec 22, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1484: Ask The Pharmacist - Opening Times During Festive Period
With Christmas just around the corner, Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick gives us advice on pharmacy opening times, picking up repeat precriptions and also an update on Strep A and the current shortage of antibiotics . She is talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell. To get in touch with Elizabeth Roddick and for more help and advice you can either email  Elizabeth.r@newlifepharmacy.co.uk, sear...
5m Dec 22, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1488: Dr Elizabeth Farmer and Giant Cell Arteritis Awareness
Dr Elizabeth Farmer suffered from Sudden Traumatic Blindness brought on by Giant Cell Arteritis. She is now raising awareness for GCA. She shares her story with David Hogg.
7m Dec 02, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1483: VocalEyes What’s On 28 November 2022
Now for a bit of a festive 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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Sleeping Beauty ...
8m Nov 28, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1389: Coping with Dizziness or Vertigo…
For our next regular check in with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey asked Elizabeth about some of the causes and possible treatments for dizziness or vertigo that people do suffer from or experience from time to time. Elizabeth began by telling Toby about some of the main common forms of dizziness and how some medications do have di...
4m Nov 21, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1482: VocalEyes Heritage Access Report 2022
VocalEyes, in partnership with Stagetext, Autism in Museums and the Centre for Accessible Environments, recently publish the Heritage Access report 2022 which highlights the importance of online access information for the UK museum and heritage sector, and tracks the changes in the state of access over the past four years since the publication of the 2018 report. The report is structured to mi...
18m Nov 18, 2022
18m
S1 Ep1388: VocalEyes What’s On 10 November 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Art Workshops at the British Libr...
7m Nov 10, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1387: CBeebies Introduces Superhero Assistance Dogs
Have you heard of CBeebies' brand new series Dog Squad? Following the daily adventures of five superhero assistance dogs, Kika, Diesel, Meagaidh, Sylvie and Tinks, the series is here to help us better understand the wonderful impact these animals have on the lives of their families. The exciting show hits our TV screens today at 4 PM and to find out a bit more we spoke with Jayne Austin, prod...
9m Nov 07, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1386: Dr Amit Patel & Kika To Appear On CBeebies' Dog Squad!
CBeebies’ brand-new series Dog Squad is here to bring a team of true superheroes to our home screens! Following the lives of five superstar assistance dogs Kika, Diesel, Meagaidh, Sylvie and Tinks, the series will follow their adventures as they help their owners on important daily missions. The very first adventure will feature the lovely guide dog Kika and her owner, author and disability a...
9m Nov 04, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1385: Ask the Pharmacist Week 2022 with Elizabeth Roddick
As it is ‘Ask the Pharmacist Week’ this week (31 October to 7 November 2022), we thought it would be a good time to ask our resident Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow to give us the lowdown on what’s happening in the community pharmacy world. Elizabeth began by telling RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about ‘Ask the Pharmacist Week’ which has the theme ‘Now at Your ...
5m Oct 31, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1384: VocalEyes What’s On 22 October 2022
Now for a round up 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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: In Plain Sight Exhibition - Thur...
7m Oct 22, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1382: Drinking Less Alcohol Could Be a Factor in Reducing the Incidence of Cancer...
For this week’s Check In with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow we are focusing on some recent medical research which seems to indicates that reducing your alcohol intake could have a very positive effect of reducing incidence of cancer. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey began by asking Elizabeth to outline a bit more about this recent research. Then asking Elizabeth...
5m Oct 17, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1383: Get A Sense For Autumn On This Multisensory Walk In Chilterns
With autumn settling across the UK, there's a great multi-sensory walk that could help you enjoy the wonders of nature. Joining our Paulina Kuchorew to tell us all about the multisensory nature walk in Chilterns is Andy Shipley from Natural Inclusion. The walk will take place on the morning of Friday 28th of October as part of the Chilterns Walking Festival. Find out more here: Chilterns Wal...
5m Oct 13, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1381: VocalEyes What’s On 7 October 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Grey Man by Oxford Playhouse Thea...
5m Oct 07, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1380: Looking Back at VI Runners Challenge
The Visually Impaired (VI) Runners 10k Challenge recently returned to Bristol and RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell caught up with one of it's runners Teresa Cryer and also her guide runner Colin Johnson, to find out how they both enjoyed this years event. {Image - A group photograph of all the runners standing together looking very happy. It is a sunny day and they participants are all wearing...
8m Oct 03, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1379: Osteoporosis, What is it and Ways to Manage the Condition
For this week’s Check In with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow we are looking at the condition osteoporosis, what is it and what you should do if you are diagnosed with osteoporosis. Elizabeth began by telling Toby exactly what osteoporosis is, how painful the condition can be and whether the condition just something that more women seem to suffer from. Elizabeth...
4m Sep 23, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1294: VocalEyes What’s On 6 September 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events highlighted included: Silence - Thursday 15...
6m Sep 06, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1295: The Covid Booster Vaccination and the Flu Jab…
For this week’s Check In with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow we are focusing on the covid booster vaccinations programme and getting your flu jab too. Elizabeth began by telling our Toby Davey what is currently happening around the Covid Booster vaccinations and their role out to vulnerable people and those who are over 50. Regarding the role out of this year’s...
4m Sep 06, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1293: VocalEyes What’s On 19 August 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Burn - Saturday 3 September, 2.30...
7m Aug 19, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1291: Shingles, What is it and Should We Take the Shingles Vaccine if Offered It?
For this week’s check in with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow we thought it would be good to find out all about shingles, what it is about the shingles vaccine and should we take it if we are offered the vaccine? Elizabeth began by telling our Toby Davey what shingles is and the relationship between shingles and chickenpox, whether you can catch shingles from chi...
4m Aug 18, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1292: Catch Your Breath With A Sensory Odyssey Exercise
Catch your breath and take a moment for yourself with a nice sensory exercise. Helping you tune into the natural soundscape around us on this month's Sensory Odyssey, is Andy Shipley from Natural Inclusion. Find more exercises here: https://www.natural-inclusion.org (https://www.natural-inclusion.org/) You can join Andy for a deeper immersion into this exercise on Thursday 25th of August. To...
6m Aug 18, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1290: "Seeing Squint" At The Edinburgh Fringe
Teacher, author and former globetrotter, Fiona Scott-Barrett doesn't let partial-sightedness define her (except when it suits her). In 'Seeing Squint - Tales From A Partially Sighted Author' she reveals the confusion, embarrassments, and unexpected benefits of gradual sight loss through macular degeneration. Her show is coming up at the Edinburgh Fringe and our Robert Kirkwood spoke to to the...
4m Aug 12, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1289: VocalEyes What’s On 5 August 2022
Now for a round up 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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Billy Elliott - The Musical, Sat...
8m Aug 05, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1288: Why Do Older People Have to Get Up During the Night to Go to the Bathroom?
This week for our regular check-in with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow we are talking about something we may have all experienced if we have been staying with an elderly relative, staying with our parents or maybe even experiencing ourselves when we get a bit older, which is why do older people have to get up during the night to visit the bathroom, is it just an ...
4m Aug 05, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1285: How to Keep Cool in a Heatwave….
With the recent record-breaking temperatures and all the news reports around the problems that have been happening due to the hot weather, for this week’s check-in with Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow, we thought it would be good to find out how best to keep cool in a heatwave and what to do if we or someone we know is suffering from heat stroke. Elizabeth began by telling ...
5m Jul 26, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1284: VocalEyes What’s On 26 July 2022
Now for a round-up 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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: The Darkest Part of the Night - ...
7m Jul 26, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1283: RNIB Sight Loss Stories - Dyfrig Lewis-Smith
Dyfrig Lewis-Smith has been visually impaired since the late 1970's but that hasn't stood in the way of his career or the pursuit of his hobbies.  Here he talks about his school days, how playing goalball has helped him and his continuing passion for music.
10m Jul 25, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1282: Protect Your Eyes From Sun Damage
As temperatures soar this week, we shouldn't forget to protect our eyes from sun damage.   Our Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Aishah Fazlanie, Optometrist and Clinical adviser with the Association of Optometrists, to hear some of her best advice for looking after our eyes in summer.    Image shows a man smiling and wearing sunglasses.
6m Jul 18, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1281: Deafblind UK Launch New 'Access Employment' Course
Sight and hearing loss charity, Deafblind UK, has just launched its first employment programme.   Designed to help people develop the practical skills and positive mindset to find employment, this 12-week course could make all the difference for anyone struggling to find work.    Nathan Shaffer and Amanda Easton from Deafblind UK, joined our Paulina Kuchorew to tell us a little bit more. F...
9m Jul 13, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1280: Breaking The Guinness World Records
Naseem Akhtar has lived her whole life fighting back against prejudice.    From being part of a large Asian family, to living with albinism, they always seemed to attract attention.    Well, last year this attention turned into something positive as Naseem and her 5 siblings now hold the Guinness World Records title of the most siblings with albinism.    Naseem shared her story with RNIB ...
8m Jul 12, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1279: VocalEyes What’s On 12 July 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Fathers - Saturday 16 July, 7.30p...
6m Jul 12, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1278: The State of Medicines at the Pharmacy…
With many problems around the supply of medicines being highlighted in the news recently including the issues around the supply of HRT, for this week’s check-in with Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow we thought it would be a good time to find out what the potential issues might be around the supply of medicines and what measures are being done to ensure that medicines don’t ru...
5m Jul 11, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1274: Minority Ethnic Communities Health Fair In Cardiff
Cardiff's annual Minority Ethnic Health Fair is a free event designed to encourage healthy futures in communities who may not always get the help they need. The Minority Ethnic Health Fair is being held at Cardiff City Hall on Wednesday the 29th of June between 10am and 3pm. Why not find out more on twitter @MecHealthFair
6m Jun 23, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1273: Vision Zone 2022 In Swansea
This summer consumers in Swansea have the chance to learn more about products, services and support covering all areas of sight loss. As Hywel Davies found out.    The Vision Zone event takes place in the Bont Elm Community Church in Swansea on Thursday July the 21st between 10am and 2pm. For more information call 0800 145 6115 or visit the website http://www.lowvisionshop.co.uk 
6m Jun 20, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1272: VI Photographer Rachael Andrews
Time to chat photography and our very own David Hogg has been chatting to Rachael Andrews, a visually impaired photographer who after getting a digital camera to help her see her pet rats developed a real passion for photography.
5m Jun 20, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1271: New Research Into Accessible Clothes Shopping Online
New research is taking place into the experience of online clothes shopping for people with a visual impairment - and you can take part. If you'd like to take part in the study you can email Amnah on asalluqmani1@sheffield.ac.uk
5m Jun 16, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1270: Dave Heeley Looks Ahead To Baton Relay Honour
Barry Snell chats to charity runner Dave Heeley OBE who has been selected to take part in the Queens Baton as part of the build up to the Commonwealth Games, which take place in Birmingham on 28th July - 8th August. Never one to pass up a challenge Dave is raring to go & he also has some good news to share about a new Guide dog. {Image - A close up picture of Blind Dave out running, he is wea...
6m Jun 14, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1269: VocalEyes What’s On 14 June 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Girl on an Altar - Thursday 16 Ju...
7m Jun 14, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1265: Sight Life Wales Says Thank You To Volunteers
Sight Life, one of the leading Sight Loss charities in Wales, recently took some time to say thank you to its many volunteers. As Hywel Davies finds out. If you'd like more information on any of the groups and activities run by Sight Life in Cardiff you can visit the website, sightlife.wales or give them a call on 02920 398900 
4m Jun 08, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1217: Community Rugby Award for VI Player
Away from his day job with the RNIB, Gareth Davies is aiming to take the game of VI rugby to new heights. He was given a special award recently in recognition of his work, as Hywel Davies finds out. To find out more about VI Rugby in Wales, visit @CardiffVIRugby on Twitter.
5m Jun 06, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1216: VocalEyes What’s On 1 June 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: The World of Stonehenge: online ...
7m Jun 01, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1215: Some Facts About Sun and Sunscreen…
With summer here now, hopefully some good weather to come too and with some of us thinking about flying off to the sun for our summer holidays, for this week’s check in with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow, Connect Radio’s Toby Davey finds out from Elizabeth all about sun and sunscreens. Elizabeth began by explaining to Toby how sunscreens actually work to protec...
4m May 31, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1213: Party Food Tips For The Queen's Jubilee
Barry Snell chats to Paralympian cyclist Lora Fachie MBE. As well as being a decorated athlete Lora also loves to cook and spend time in the kitchen. She runs her own blog - 'Blindinglygoodfood' as well as hosting Zoom classes, teaching people with sight loss how to cook and prepare tasty meals. With the Queen's Jubilee just around the corner Barry asked Lora what food, we the public, should...
7m May 29, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1211: Surviving Stroke & Overcoming Your Demons
Hear a personal story of survival, overcoming your demons and re-discovering happiness.  Following two strokes, Jay Johnson felt like his life was over, but thanks to support of charities like RNIB Northern Ireland and challenging himself in sport, he has managed to turn his life around. He shared his story with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. Image shows Jay and his fiancée Sarah smi...
9m May 20, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1210: Meet Mike Duxbury From Inclusive Farm
Are you blind or partially sighted and on a lookout for a fulfilling career? Have you ever considered working on a farm?    Well, perhaps today's story will inspire you to give it a go.    Joining our Paulina Kuchorew to tell us more is Mike Duxbury, Co-Founder of Inclusive Farm, UK's first working farm dedicated to training people with disabilities into a career in agriculture.    Find o...
8m May 19, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1209: VocalEyes What’s On 17 May 2022
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 weekly email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Marys Seacole - Saturday 21 May, ...
6m May 17, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1207: Making Video Games Accessible - Falling Squirrel
'The Vale: Shadow of the Crown' is an accessible video game that's been created with blind and partially sighted gamers in mind. Hywel Davies has been speaking to the game's developers to find out more. You can read more about the game an its developers here: THE VALE | fallingsquirrel (https://www.fallingsquirrel.com/the-vale)
7m May 09, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1206: What is Hepatitis and How to Avoid it and Other Nasty Bugs Too…
With all the recent news reports around more cases of hepatitis in young children for this week’s check in with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick from New Life Pharmacy in Glasgow, Connect Radio’s Toby Davey finds out from Elizabeth exactly what Hepatitis is and whether it is a disease of the liver too.  Elizabeth began by explaining to Toby what Hepatitis is, the main symptoms and the signs to loo...
4m May 09, 2022
4m