S2 Ep844: Braille 200: Championing Tactile Literacy - Marc Aufrant & Dr Amit Patel
To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille, the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at...
6m Nov 27, 2024
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S2 Ep844: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile Literacy Event - Keira Mills
To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at ...
4m Nov 27, 2024
4m
S2 Ep843: Chatting With Dot Inc About Braille 200 Event At British Library
To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event being held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024. Dot Inc are one of the sponsors of the RNIB Braille 200: Championing tactile literacy event and RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz caught up with them when they visited...
10m Nov 26, 2024
10m
S2 Ep842: Social Media Update 26th November 2024
The social media update is back, and Hubert chats to Holly Tuke about various topics, including Blue Sky, Guide Dog refusals, and crisps.
9m Nov 26, 2024
9m
S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - Anna Tylor
On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz spoke to RNIB's Chair of Trustees Anna Tylor, to get her reflections on th...
5m Nov 26, 2024
5m
Wakefield District Sight Aid (WDSA) , Interview with Hayley Grocock.
Now time to catch up with Hayley Grocock, Chief Executive Officer at Wakefield District Sight Aid (WDSA). WDSA is a sight loss charity supporting visually impaired people across Wakefield and the surrounding area. Jennifer Murray talks to Hayley to hear more about her job, to learn about WDSA, the exciting achievement of winning a King’s Award for Voluntary Service and more. Should you wish to...
7m Nov 26, 2024
7m
S2 Ep841: Speaking With MPs At RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event
On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was at the event and to some of the MPs to find out what they have learned...
11m Nov 26, 2024
11m
S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - MP Steve Darling
On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz went along to the houses of Parliament and spoke with MP Steve Darling. I...
3m Nov 26, 2024
3m
S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - Scott Arthur
On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. Scott Arthur helped to organise the event, and he spoke to RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz about his hopes...
2m Nov 26, 2024
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S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - Cate Vallis
On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz went along and spoke to Cate Vallis from RNIB. Image shows the RNIB Conne...
2m Nov 26, 2024
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S2 Ep839: Drivers And Passengers Making Public Transport More Accessible
RNIB Scotland have reached a milestone with their Swap With Me public transport events. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Aileen Clarkson, from RNIB Scotland, and Olivia Skleaner, from Lothian Buses, to find out how bus drivers are learning how to make bus journeys for blind and partially sighted passengers, easier and more relaxing. #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio ...
9m Nov 26, 2024
9m
S2 Ep837: Importance Of Braille With A Festive Twist
Each month RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell talks with Chris Danielsen, PR Director for the National Federation of the Blind in the USA. This month they talk about the charity’s promotion of learning Braille and how blind children in the US, can get an accessible letter and fun pack from Santa. #RNIBConnect Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white tex...
8m Nov 26, 2024
8m
S2 Ep840: Improving Support For People With Vision And Hearing Loss In Japan
RNIB recently welcomed visitors all the way from Japan. Amelia spoke to Dr. Risa Nara, who has both sight and hearing loss, about her trip to the UK and how she is improving support for deafblind people in Japan. Alongside her translator Mami Schramm, she has visited RNIB and other charities across the UK to share ideas. Learn more about Prof. Nara's most recent paper here - The professional ...
7m Nov 25, 2024
7m
S2 Ep840: HumanWare Sponsors the RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile Literacy Event at the British Library
To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event being held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey c...
9m Nov 25, 2024
9m
S2 Ep836: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 23/11/2024.
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell 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 being part of a UK Government NHS for the future panel, an award for their London HQ and the launch of RNIB’s Letters From Santa. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and serv...
9m Nov 25, 2024
9m
S2 Ep838: Learning Braille Alongside Studying At Grammar School
How easy is it to learn Braille and follow all your high school studies? RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell will be following Cara Murphy’s learning curve as she juggles learning the reading and writing code, alongside studying her Uddingston Grammar School subjects. Here’s the first of 3 pieces recorded at the South Lanarkshire school, which has a specialist Vision Support Team, geared to he...
9m Nov 25, 2024
9m
S2 Ep834: National Theatre London Audio Description Round Up 22 December 2024
Now for the next in our regular slots here on RNIB Connect Radio highlighting what is on offer at the National Theatre in London for blind and partially sighted people with audio description. Our Toby Davey was joined again by David Bellwood, Head of Access at the National Theatre to chat about a few up-coming audio described shows at the National Theatre and a couple that are available online...
7m Nov 22, 2024
7m
S2 Ep835: The 80s: Photographing Britain at Tate Britain
The exhibition ‘The 80s: Photographing Britain’ at Tate Britain is a landmark survey looking at the decade as a pivotal moment for the medium of photography. The exhibition brings together nearly 350 images and archive materials from the period, exploring how photographers used the camera to respond to the seismic social, political and economic shifts around them. Through their lenses the show ...
12m Nov 22, 2024
12m
S2 Ep834: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Othello at the RSC, AD Theatre Review
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 in his regular Connect Radio theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing a new production of Shakespeare’s ‘Othello’ on the Royal Shakespeare Company’s stage in Stratford-upon-Avon where guilt has ...
6m Nov 22, 2024
6m
S2 Ep834: Shaun Hayward Our Strictly Star Reviewer on Week 9
As we move from week 9 into week 10 of Strictly Come Dancing our RNIB Connect Radio Strictly Star Reviewer blind ballroom dancer Shaun Hayward is back reflecting and commenting on how well blind Liverpudlian Comedian Chris McCausland and his Professional Dance Partner Dianne Buswell have been faring in the competition. With this week being the Blackpool special coming live from the famous Blac...
6m Nov 22, 2024
6m
S2 Ep815: 'This Is Sparta' Episode 3 - Constitution
In this series, archaeologist Simon Tinsley guides us through one of the most dominant, but least understood powers in ancient Greece, the Spartans. In this episode, how were the Spartans governed and why was the approach so different to the rest of ancient Greece? Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a b...
7m Nov 22, 2024
7m
S2 Ep833: Some Audio Described Highlights From MindsEye Description.
Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description. Audio Description makes television, movies, galleries  and other arts venues accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people. AD is a narration describing what is physically happening, say on stage, TV or the big screen. It can also describe works of art, places of interest or ex...
10m Nov 21, 2024
10m
S2 Ep1001: Braille and Beyond Tour Visits The Hive in Worcester - Afternoon Edition
As we celebrate 200 years since the invention of the tactile reading and writing system  braille, RNIB’s Braille and Beyond Tour is continuing to make its way across the UK. In November the tour arrived at The Hive in Worcester. Amelia Hilton spoke with Dave William during the excitement of the day. To find out more about braille and how the RNIB is celebrating 200 years since Louis Braille i...
5m Nov 20, 2024
5m
S2 Ep832: Teaching Music Through 'Taps'
A new device is hoping to make communication easier between music students and their teachers. Hywel Davies has been speaking to the team behind the ‘Tap Tap’. 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.
14m Nov 20, 2024
14m
S2 Ep831: Inexpensive Gift Ideas
Time for our first winter warmer, where we discuss ways to enjoy and look after yourself over the colder months Sometimes it can be tough to choose a meaningful gift, but Amelia and Hubert are here to help with some personalised, inexpensive gift ideas for your close ones. Find more gift inspiration in the RNIB Shop - https://shop.rnib.org.uk/gifts Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On...
7m Nov 20, 2024
7m
S2 Ep1001: Braille and Beyond Tour Visits The Hive in Worcester - Daily Connect
As we celebrate 200 years since the invention of the tactile reading and writing system  braille, RNIB’s Braille and Beyond Tour is continuing to make its way across the UK. In November the tour arrived at The Hive in Worcester. Barry Snell spoke with Dave Williams ahead of the event starting. To find out more about braille and how the RNIB is celebrating 200 years since Louis Braille invente...
6m Nov 20, 2024
6m
Clarke Reynolds Interview.
Now time to catch up with Clarke Reynolds, a blind braille artist, who creates pieces of artwork out of Braille. Clarke Reynolds recently became ambassador for the sight loss charity Fight for Sight in October 2024. Jennifer Murray finds out more. If you would like to know more about Clarke Reynolds and the work he does, you can do any of the following: Instagram: @clarkereynoldsofficial Web...
8m Nov 18, 2024
8m
S2 Ep830: RNIB Bookshare gets a new platform
Robert Kirkwood talks to the RNIB Bookshare Team Leader Rochelle Davis-Pretsell to find out about the service, who can use it and hears about a big change going on behind the scenes.
6m Nov 18, 2024
6m
S2 Ep829: Remember a Loved One This Christmas
Celebrate the life of your loved one by supporting a charity in their memory. Our David Hogg spoke with RNIB's Hazel Stirling about Remember a Loved One This Christmas and how it can help make the world a better place for blind and partially sighted people. Find out more here: Remember a loved one - celebrate their life | RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/get-involved/donate/remember-a-lov...
5m Nov 18, 2024
5m
S2 Ep827: It's Your Role - Live D&D in the RNIB Library
Immerse yourself in a world of magic and mayhem with 'It's Your Role' as troupe of professional actors brings the world of Dungeons & Dragons to life. Each live D&D show is captured in high definition audio and then made available in the RNIB library with the first two episodes available right now. Robert Kirkwood finds out more ... The image features a promotional poster with a fantasy-theme...
10m Nov 18, 2024
10m
S2 Ep825: Puccini’s La Bohème Audio Described at The Royal Opera House
The Royal Ballet and Opera House in London continue their programme of access to their productions for blind and partially sighted people with both live and recorded audio description for their current production of Puccini’s La Bohème from 18 December 2024 into January 2025. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Principal Guest Conductor Designate - Speranza Scappucci, freelance Audio...
20m Nov 18, 2024
20m
S2 Ep828: Dürer to Van Dyck at The National Gallery Of Scotland
The National galleries of Scotland host monthly descriptive tours and workshops for blind and partially sighted art lovers. Their next event 'Dürer to Van Dyck - Drawings from Chatsworth House' explores drawings and watercolours a spectacular group of some 50 Flemish, Dutch, Early Netherlandish, and German drawings and watercolours, spanning from about 1500 to 1700. The session takes place in...
6m Nov 16, 2024
6m
S2 Ep826: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 16/11/2024
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell 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 the new Eyeware tech launch, UK Ministerial meetings and Christmas! If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk (http://www.rn...
9m Nov 15, 2024
9m
S2 Ep825: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Becoming Nancy, AD Theatre Review
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 in his regular Connect Radio theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing the critically acclaimed new musical ‘Becoming Nancy’ at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional a...
6m Nov 15, 2024
6m
S2 Ep824: Classic Festive Ballet Gets The Audio Description Touch
Scottish Ballet will once again take to the road with a festive classic, that will feature audio description for blind and partially sighted patrons. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Emma-Jane McHenry to hear more about Nutcracker… If you’d like more info on Scottish Ballet and accessible performances, go to www.scottishballet.co.uk (https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/...
7m Nov 15, 2024
7m
S2 Ep823: RNIB Eyeware Launch – Jim Sanders & Nina Walker
RNIB have launched their new Eyewear product to help people discover what it is like to experience sight loss. Hubert went along to the launch event, and spoke to the head of innovation at RNIB, and also spoke to Nina Walker whom has also given the headset a try.
12m Nov 15, 2024
12m
S2 Ep822: Dr Amit Patel Raising Awareness About Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS)
Each year on 16 November it is Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) Awareness Day highlighting how CBS affects many blind and partially sighted people with the experience of seeing visual hallucinations which can range from simple patterns to vivid scenes, such as faces, animals or landscapes. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by RNIB ambassador Dr Amit Patel to find out more about Charles B...
8m Nov 15, 2024
8m
S2 Ep822: Shaun Hayward our Strictly Star Reviewer on Week 8
As we move from week 8 into week 9 of Strictly Come Dancing our RNIB Connect Radio Strictly Star Reviewer blind ballroom dancer Shaun Hayward is back reflecting and commenting on how well blind Liverpudlian comedian Chris McCausland and his Professional Dance Partner Dianne Buswell have been faring in the competition. Toby began by asking Shaun how he felt people watching would have reacted to...
8m Nov 15, 2024
8m
S2 Ep815: 'This Is Sparta' Episode 2 - Helots
In this series, archaeologist Simon Tinsley guides us through one of the most dominant, but least understood powers in ancient Greece, the Spartans. In this episode, we take a closer look at the Helot population of Sparta.
6m Nov 15, 2024
6m
S2 Ep821: Happy 10 Years Of A Little Alternative!
Yes, our alternative music show is celebrating 10 years! Find out how host David Hogg got involved in hosting A Little Alternative on RNIB Connect Radio in the first place, hear about his favourite memory from the years of making it, and let David recommend an alternative album that he thinks everyone should hear. Image: David pondering how in the world is the show already 10 years old. He's ...
8m Nov 14, 2024
8m
S2 Ep819: Turn2us launches the Turn2us PIP Helper
Turn2us are a national charity providing practical financial support and they’ve launched a free tool to help people applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Amelia spoke to Welfare Benefits Specialist, Conor Lawlor, to learn more about the tool. Learn more about the tool and Turn2Us on their website - Turn2us PIP Helper (https://pip.turn2us.org.uk/)
6m Nov 14, 2024
6m
S2 Ep812: Rollercoaster Rides - Travelogue 23 With Jonathan Abro
Strap in because we're boarding some of the world's biggest rollercoasters with Jonathan this week. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. 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 wri...
4m Nov 13, 2024
4m
S2 Ep820: New 'Virtual Hubs' From Sight Support West Of England
Online communities are a great way of feeling supported, all whilst sharing your experiences with like-minded people. Hywel Davies has been hearing about new ‘Virtual Hubs’ from Sight Support West of England. For more information, visit the Sight Support West Of England website - Join Our New Virtual Hubs for Peer Support and Connection - Sight Support West of England (https://www.sightsupport...
7m Nov 13, 2024
7m
S2 Ep818: Do TV Adverts Include Enough Audio Description?
In the UK, we’re seeing more programmes on tv incorporating audio description for blind and partially sighted viewers but what about adverts? RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Sonali Rai, from RNIB and June Johnson, from AD Text, about the increase in AD adverts and why some advertisers could be missing out on income by not including audio description. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB ...
10m Nov 11, 2024
10m
S2 Ep816: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 09/11/2024
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell 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 the Eyes Have It group, Trustees, and a new RNIB Ambassador. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can also call ou...
9m Nov 09, 2024
9m
S2 Ep802: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), AD Theatre Review
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 in his regular Connect Radio theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing the Lawrence Olivier award winning comedy musical Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) as the current touring production visited ...
7m Nov 08, 2024
7m
S2 Ep817: What Is Purple Tuesday?
Each year we highlight Purple Tuesday and encourage business owners and service providers to make their services fully accessible for people with disabilities. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Gavin Neate, from NeateBox, to find out why the world of commerce needs to embrace accessibility and why the Welcome web based app can help business owners and disabled people create the best ...
12m Nov 08, 2024
12m
S2 Ep817: Help Your Child Receive An Accessible Letter From Santa!
RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell has put on his winter jacket and made his way to Santa’s Grotto at the North Pole. He’s chatting with Titch The Elf to find out what the big people need to do to get accessible letters, from Santa, for blind and partially sighted children. We even get to drop in on a call from Santa with two lucky, well behaved, believers. If you’d like more info on Letters ...
10m Nov 08, 2024
10m
815: 'This Is Sparta' Episode 1 - The Evidence
In this series, archaeologist Simon Tinsley guides us through one of the most dominant, but least understood powers in ancient Greece, the Spartans. In this episode, he looks at the evidence that historians use to study the Spartans.
9m Nov 08, 2024
9m
S2 Ep814: Blind Veteran Graham Grange Will Remember This Remembrance Sunday
As we all come together for the National Service of Remembrance this Sunday 10 November and observe the 2 minutes of silence at 11am to commemorate the brave sacrifice of all those who lost their lives for their country. Blind Veterans UK the national charity for vision-impaired ex-service men and women will be supporting their blind veterans in making the journey to London to march past the C...
9m Nov 08, 2024
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