S2 Ep1642: How Ramneek Uses Modern Technology To Help With Her Studies
In this episode Hubert chats to Ramneek, and finds out how she uses technology to help with her education, plus also the support she was given from organisations including Thomas Pocklington Trust.
6m May 27
6m
S2 Ep1641: Toby Addison Chats About The Panel Discussion
In this episode, Hubert chats to Toby Addison, following a panel discussion regarding student experiences from both students and parents, and gets his thoughts on what was talked about.
3m May 27
3m
S2 Ep1640: In Conversation with Author of My Perfect Companion: Because love is blind
Billy Horsburgh from Northeast Fife in Scotland, lives with Cerebral Palsy and glaucoma. Over the years, he was told due to the two conditions he would not qualify for a guide dog, so William set out to do something many doubted he could manage: raise a lively Jack Russell terrier puppy on his own. Now, his memoir My Perfect Companion: Because love is blind is finally out and Paulina Kuchorew ...
15m May 26
15m
S2 Ep1639: How Scott Perkins Wants People To Enjoy Table Top Gaming
In this episode as part of the Making It Accessible series, Hubert chats to Scott, who enjoys table top gaming. Although at times called a "sight intense hobby" Scott wants people to enjoy it as much as sighted people. He tells us about a video series he's working on.
11m May 22
11m
S2 Ep1638: How Phil Rutter Has Helped to Make Air Travel Less stressful at Luton Airport
In this episode Hubert chats to Phil Rutter. They discuss the work Phil has been involved with, which helped to make Luton Airport more accessible, from the experience of traveling between the airport and the train station, to passengers having a much less stressful time when being in the airport itself.
8m May 22
8m
S2 Ep1637: How The Sight Loss Council Enabled Ian to Make It Accessible
In this podcast, Hubert speaks to Ian McNamara, they talk about the accessibility projects he was involved in as part of his work on the Sight Loss Council in the Birmingham area. They discuss accessibility of the My Health app, and making museums more accessible to blind andpartially sighted people.
16m May 22
16m
S2 Ep1636: Brandon Hulcoop on How All Things Dotty Are Making Menus Museums and More Accessible
In this episode, Hubert chats to Brandon from All Things Dotty. They discuss how they make restaurant menus more accessible, not only for Braille, but also technology users. They also dive into how All Things Dotty helped to make museums more accessible, the power of lived experience based solutions, and what's next for All Things Dotty.
10m May 22
10m
S2 Ep1634: Pole Dancing And Calisthenics As A Visually Impaired Person
Looking to improve your strength and co-ordination? Lindsey Leitch is a visually impaired pole-dancer and calisthenics enthusiast and shares her tips with Amelia… Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black 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.
6m May 21
6m
S2 Ep1635: Guide Dog Blogs: Mike and The King
In guide dog blogs this week, we welcome back Mike Brace, as we get introduced to the king himself, well Mike's guide dog, who is quite the character as you're about to hear in this podcast.
10m May 21
10m
S2 Ep1632: VocalEyes What’s On 19 May 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 partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Mean Girls - Thursday 28 May, 7....
6m May 19
6m
S2 Ep1633: All About Sun Protection…
With the sunnier days we have been having recently and hopefully more to come too.  For this week’s regular check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about sun protection. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey why we need to be careful when out in the sun and do we get enough vitamin D if we are only out in the sun for a short period of time....
3m May 18
3m
S2 Ep1631: Guide Dog Blogs - Mike's First Guide Dog Izzy
In this episode of Guide Dog Blogs, Hubert chats to Mike Brace about his first of 2 guide dogs Izzy, which he has gotten quite late, but has very much enhanced his life.
9m May 11
9m
S2 Ep1630: Joanna Hogg - Passion For SEN
In our Sight Loss Story this week, Hubert chats to Joanna Hogg. They discuss her sight loss, how she adapted to it, and her passion she has thanks to supporting her children who also have sight loss and other conditions, and for whom Joanna wants to have the same experiences as everyone else.
7m May 08
7m
S2 Ep1628: Story & Rhyme Time with Yuna Rose
We’re joined on the Happy Hour show by storyteller and songstress, Yuna Rose. She is the founder of Yuna's Young Friends, as well as Story & Rhyme Time with Yuna Rose, a YouTube channel with stories and poems for young children which are written and performed by Yuna herself. She spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew about her stories and what inspired her. Image shows the RNIB Co...
16m May 05
16m
S2 Ep1629: What Happens If There is a Faulty Medicine that Needs to be Recalled…
With a lot in the news at the moment about the possible side affects of some medicines we thought that for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we should talk about some of those potential side effects and what happens if a medicine needs to be recalled. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about the potential issues of the overdose o...
5m May 05
5m
S2 Ep1628: VocalEyes What’s On 5 May 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 partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Please Please Me - Thursday 7 Ma...
7m May 05
7m
S2 Ep1627: Guide Dog Blogs: Kate Lindgren and Cassie, the One, The Guide Dog, The Bentley
On guide dog blogs this week, Hubert welcomes back Kate, as they chat about her guide dog Cassie, we once again hear what sort of car she was like, and more importantly, what change she made to Kate's life. We also hear about how skillful she was at making sure she gets a nice rest spot as well.
8m Apr 27
8m
S2 Ep1626: May 2026 Almanac
What’s the connection between the May Queen and the Green Man and what flowers bloom in abundance this month? Amelia is here with the May almanac. Learn more about  nature on the RSPB website - RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation Charity (https://www.rspb.org.uk/) Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bo...
5m Apr 27
5m
S2 Ep1305: Sight Loss No Barrier For Blind DJ
Barry Snell catches up with visually impaired Milton Keynes DJ, Jake Hypastep, who takes his musical inspiration from the 90’s rave era. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath
7m Apr 23
7m
S2 Ep1303: Rimple's Story - Feeling Stronger Through Fitness
In our sight loss story this week, Hubert chats to Rimple about her journey. They also chat about going to the gym, how it helps with so many aspects, and also how to make the experience more accessible.
7m Apr 23
7m
S2 Ep1304: A Photographic Exhibition of Lost Memories And Sight Loss
Imagine losing not just your sight, but the very memory of it. That's a different kind of blindness. RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew went along to the "Everything Near Becomes Distant" exhibition by Digital Photographic Artist Robert H. King. The Exhibition is on ad Clydebank Town Hall until 14th of May. Find out more here: Robert H. King | Photography and Digital Art (https://www.rhkin...
17m Apr 23
17m
S2 Ep1300: VocalEyes What’s On 21 April 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 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 - Saturday 25 Ap...
6m Apr 21
6m
S2 Ep1302: Some Of The Lunch Break's Best Bug Bears
In this podcast, you can find out some of the best bug bears submited by the blind and partially sighted community which we feature on The Lunch Break on RNIB Connect Radio.
14m Apr 20
14m
S2 Ep1301: Looking Ahead To The Education Transitions Conference
In this episode Hubert chats to the education team from Thomas Pocklington Trust, as he finds out more about the education transitions conference that is taking place this week and what people can expect.
6m Apr 20
6m
S2 Ep1299: All About Healthy Exercise…
With recent new research on what constitutes healthy exercise for this week’s regular check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we are talking all about exercise. Elizabeth began by giving an overview of the new research to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey. Then to explaining what Zone 2 exercise is all about, whether walking is still a good form of exercise to do and finally so...
4m Apr 17
4m
S2 Ep1298: Paul Hotckiss On Unexpected Sight Loss And VI Tennis
Paul Hotchkiss' life changed when he lost his sight overnight. With support from MySight York he has found new hobbies, great friends and re-gained his confidence. He told Amelia more... Learn more about MySight York on their website - MySight York (https://www.mysightyork.org/)
11m Apr 16
11m
S2 Ep1297: Guide Dog Blogs - Vanya The Ferrari Guide Dog
If your guide dog could be described as a car, what would it be? This is what we find out on Guide Dog Blogs this week with Kate Lindgren, plus we found out about what her first guide dog was like and we hear some stories of the lengths she went to in order to get hold of a yummy treat.
7m Apr 15
7m
S2 Ep1296: Fashion And Make-Up Tips From Alice Christina Corrigan
Looking to try a new style or add a piece to your wardrobe? Alice Christina-Corrigan shares how she finds new makeup and style inspiration as a visually impaired fashion-lover. Follow Alice on Instagram @aliceccorrigan and tiktok @alicechristinacorrigan and learn more on her website - Alice Christina-Corrigan – Actor, Maker & All Things Access (https://alicechristinacorrigan.com/) Image show...
8m Apr 14
8m
S2 Ep1294: Penny Melville-Brown On Her Book: It Could be You...
On the Happy Hour we're joined by Penny Melville-Brown, a British Royal Navy veteran, blind baker and winner of the Holman Prize. Over the last 30 years, Penny has worked in the disability field, raising awareness and pushing for societal change to better support those living with long-term lifechanging health conditions. She spoke to Happy Hour's Paulina Kuchorew about her book: It Could Be Y...
23m Apr 13
23m
S2 Ep1295: Lianne Orr Sight Loss Story
Lianne Orr has had Uveitis since childhood and shares her experiences of sight loss, parenting and life on Tiktok. Amelia learned more about her... Follow Lianne on @iamliliorr 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.
8m Apr 10
8m
S2 Ep1293: How Smart Glasses Will Help Mr Dot Run The Brighton Marathon
This week, Clarke Reynolds will be running the Brighton Marathon, with help of volunteers and technology. In this podcast he tells Hubert how it'll all work and where the idea came from.
8m Apr 09
8m
S2 Ep1292: AD Movie Review - The Magic Faraway Tree
Here's our latest review and this time we're looking at a family friendly magical release based on a popular book by Enyd Blythe. Reviewing The Magic Faraway Tree it's Emmy. Image shows a scene from the movie. A little girl looks ahead in awe. On the left, a blonde fairy in a bright green outfit and to the right, a man dressed in saucepan armor. Two stacked on top of his head making him look ...
9m Apr 07
9m
S2 Ep1292: Kay Bennett On Sight Loss In Your 70s And Social Media
Kay received a SSI registration in her 70s and has been learning how to use a long cane and embrace life with sight loss. She told Amelia about her diagnosis journey and sharing her experiences on social media. Find Kay On Youtube, Facebook, Tiktok And Instagram under kaybmusicfitnessdance. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital le...
9m Apr 07
9m
S2 Ep1283: Hay Fever: What It Is and How to Treat the Symptoms…
With spring in the air plus the days getting warmer and longer, this week’s check-in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick is all about hay fever. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey what happens in the body when we get hay fever and the types of symptoms people get with hay fever too. Then to what people can take to help combat hay fever. You will find...
5m Apr 03
5m
S2 Ep1291: Daredevil: Born Again - Accessibility, New Season & More
Marvel fans assemble! RNIB Connect Radio's Robert Kirkwood spoke with executive producer Sana Amanat and showrunner and executive producer Dario Scardapane about accessibility, keeping up with the MCU and Daredevil's new suit in Daredevil: Born Again. Blinded as a child, Matt Murdock works as a lawyer by day and a vigilante by night. Season 2 of the show is now streaming on Disney+ with the a...
10m Apr 02
10m
S2 Ep1290: Robin Spinks on Hopes and Appropriate Uses of AI
Finally in our coverage, Hubert spoke to RNIB's very own Robin Spinks following his AI presentation.
8m Apr 02
8m
S2 Ep1289: Insight Network
Sarah and Nina chat to Hubert in this podcast about their workshop, and we find out more about what the Insight Network actually is.
3m Apr 02
3m
S2 Ep1288: Workshop - Power of Adaption With Mark Evans and Darren Paskell
Hubert also went to some workshops at the the lived experience conference, one of them, was technology based, regarding accessibility challenges and solutions, and a bit of AI of course. He spoke to the organisers of the workshop afterwards.
8m Apr 02
8m
S2 Ep1287: Inspirational Speaker Nick Elston
Hubert catches up with inspirational speaker Nick Elston after he gave his presenation to kick off day 2 of the conference.
3m Apr 02
3m
S2 Ep1286: In this episode, Hubert chats to Cathie from Thomas Pocklington Trust, as he finds out about the purpose of the conference, and also what people can look forward to during day 2. Cathie Low Previews day 2 and reflects on Day 1
4m Apr 02
4m
S2 Ep1285: Day 1 Reflections
In this episode, you can find out what thoughts people who attended the first day of the conference have had, and what they were looking forward to in regards to day 2 of the event.
4m Apr 02
4m
S2 Ep1284: Guide Dog Blogs - Chip Is Chilling
In this episode of guide dog blogs, we welcome back Gary once more to tell us about his newest K9 friend Chip who he has been starting a new partnership with. We find out a lot about him, and how he can chill out when needed, but we find out what work skills  he shows off when he's guiding.
9m Apr 02
9m
S2 Ep1282: Guide Dog Blogs: Herbie The Guide Dog
On Guide dog blogs this time, Hubert once again chats to Gary Mazin, this time about his second guide dog Herbie.
8m Mar 30
8m
S2 Ep1281: VocalEyes What’s On 30 March 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 partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Romeo & Juliet - Saturday 18 Apr...
6m Mar 30
6m
S2 Ep1280: Torch Trust - Accessible Christian Books and Resources for All Ages
With Easter just around the corner here on RNIB Connect Radio we thought it would be a good time to chat with our friends from Torch Trust, the Christian Sight Loss charity, to find out more about what they are able to offer to blind and partially sighted people of all ages who might be looking for an accessible Bible, Bible reading notes, Christian books and magazines plus much more too. Sara...
8m Mar 25
8m
S2 Ep1278: What to Do When There Are Shortages of Certain Medications…
Following on from the recent news reports about shortages of medications such as Co-codamol 30/500 For this week’s check-in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about what to do when there are shortages of medications. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about what we should do if we have problems getting our medicines. Then to whether it is p...
4m Mar 23
4m
S2 Ep1279: Dominick Hall - Passion For Gaming
In our sight loss story this week, Hubert chats with Dominick about his journey, and his love of gaming. You can also hear an extended version of our chat with him by searching for RNIB Tech Talk in your favourite podcast app.
5m Mar 19
5m
S2 Ep1277: VocalEyes What’s On 17 March 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 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 Play That Goes Wrong - Sunda...
6m Mar 17
6m
S2 Ep1276: Phil's Story - An Exercise in Perspective
Phil Harrison is registered blind and at the end of April will run his first ever marathon as he takes on the 2026 London Marathon with his guide runner for Team RNIB. Phil spoke to RNIB Connect Radio about this exciting challenge alongside film-maker Reuben Armstrong, who has created an amazing documentary 'An Exercise in Perspective' about Phil's journey. Watch the documentary and support P...
11m Mar 16
11m
S2 Ep1276: Guide Dog Blogs: Gary's Gibson
On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert chats to Gary to start a series about his guide dogs. Firstly, we hear about Gibson, Gary's first dog, and the special bond they had together.
10m Mar 16
10m