Calls For More Funding Into Sight Loss.
8m Jan 05, 2018
8m
More Advances In Audio Description Availability.
Audio Description (AD) is a narration track, between actor's dialogue, which describes what's happening visually on screen, on stage or at other art venues or visitor attractions. The Royal National Institute for Blind people (RNIB) works hard to grow the availability, and quality, of the service. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Sonali Rai, from RNIB, to learn about some of the late...
8m Jan 04, 2018
8m
The Great Cane Debate.
To bling or not to bling? Should those who use the white cane, to indicate they are visually impaired, dress them up? The UK's leading sight loss charity, the Royaal National Institute of Blind people (RNIB), wants to grow the discussion and ask if bling or adding colours to the traditional white cane are a sign of progression, fashion, or a big mistake! RNIB Connect Radio's Basil Oxtoby report...
10m Jan 03, 2018
10m
Vision Pioneer Awards Big Night.
The Royal National Institute of Blind people (RNIB) held it's 2nd awards ceremony in London, earlier this week. The night recognises individuals, teams or groups who have been pivotal in improving the everyday lives of blind or partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio's Basil Oxtoby went along to the glittering event. #RNIBConnect
11m Dec 22, 2017
11m
Sight Loss Charity's Campaigns successes.
It's the end of 2017 and RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jessica Hall from the RNIB, to look back at some of the sight loss charity's campaigns successes of the year. You can keep up to date on current campaigns and learn how you can get help, or involved in campaigning, each month on RNIB Connect Radio's Early Edition show. For more details, go to www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk #RNIBC...
10m Dec 22, 2017
10m
Blind Dave Heeley Puts The Finishing Touches on Christmas
It's been an action packed year for Dave as he became the first blind runner to complete The Great Run series, which he finished in Ethiopia last month. RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley caught up with Dave for the final time in 2017 as he looked forward to the festivities.
8m Dec 21, 2017
8m
CEO Annual Review.
Each year RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to the CEOs of some of the world's leading sight loss charities. We look back at 2017 at some of the year's highlights and challenges, ahead to what's in store for 2018 and a personal highlight of the year from the Chief Exec. Today it's the turn of John Rafferty, CEO of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. #RNIBConnect
12m Dec 21, 2017
12m
CEO Annual Review
Each year RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to the CEOs of some of the world's leading sight loss charities. We look back at 2017 at some of the year's highlights and challenges, ahead to what's in store for 2018 and a personal highlight of the year from the Chief Exec. Today it's the turn of Michele Acton, CEO of Fight For Sight UK. #RNIBConnect
10m Dec 21, 2017
10m
Get Into The Audio Described Panto Spirit.
It's that time of year when many of us will head to the panto for some festive laughs and maybe even a sing song. Blind visitors can benefit from performances which are audio described and RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Anne Hornsby from Mindseye Arts to find out what's touring and what's popular for a festive treat... #RNIBConnect
12m Dec 20, 2017
12m
US Sight Loss Charity Reviews 2017.
Each year RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to the CEOs, or Directors, of some of the world's leading sight loss charities. We look back at 2017 at some of the year's highlights and challenges, ahead to what's in store for 2018 and a personal highlight of the year from the Chief Exec or Director. Today, we speak to Chris Danielsen, PR Director for the National Federation of the Blind in...
10m Dec 20, 2017
10m
Blind Chef Ian Jentle Is Ready For 2018
On New Years Eve Kris Wallace chatted to blind chef, and regular Morning Mix contributor, Ian Jentle about what New Year means to him. Ian discusses the importance of audiobooks, how parties can be quite overwhelming, and he also gives Kris the recipe for the perfect New Year's Day hangover breakfast!
12m Dec 19, 2017
12m
Nicki Kelly Invites You To See The Funny Side in 2018
Nicki Kelly has had an incredibly busy year. She has run The VIP Project, been a brand ambassador for RNIB at Glastonbury, been a roving reporter at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and is now helping to organise the See The Funny Side project - and she has done all of this with sight loss. Nicki spoke to Kris Wallace on New Year's Eve to discuss how her celebrations have changed since sight loss...
14m Dec 19, 2017
14m
Quite A Year For The Movies!
Early Edition presenter Allan Russell drops in on the final Saturday Show of 2017 to discuss the movies of the year with Kris Wallace. Hear the boys talk about the films that made them cry, the soundtracks that had them rocking, and how much Audio Description is improving the experience on the big screen...and on the small screen! If you enjoy the movies be sure to tune in to Sounds Of The Sil...
17m Dec 19, 2017
17m
David Hogg Reflects On An Incredible Year
David Hogg dropped in on the Saturday Show to discuss an incredible year which saw him become the new host of RNIB Connect Radio's A Little Alternative. He chats to Kris Wallace about how much the RNIB Transition Team has helped him, why his version of A Little Alternative offers something different, and how important it is for regular concert goers to declare their visual impairment to the ven...
10m Dec 19, 2017
10m
A 3D Puzzle For, By, & For The Benefit Of Blind & Partially Sighted People
Are you interested in puzzles, but find your options limited due to sight loss? Well Eric Westbrook has created an incredible 3D Puzzle Calendar that works just as well for blind and partially sighted people as for those who are fully sighted. Even better, all sales go to raise money for RNIB Pears Centre and BBC Children In Need. RNIB Connect Radio’s Kris Wallace has been chatting to creator o...
14m Dec 19, 2017
14m
The Royal National Institute for Blind people (RNIB) runs events throughout the UK called Swap With Me.
It gives bus drivers and visually impaired passengers the chance to swap places and give each other an understanding of what it's like to be in their shoes. The drivers find out how difficult it can be to stop a bus, board, pay for a journey and find a seat when you have sight loss. The passengers find out what it's like being responsible for a passenger service vehicle and those on board. RNIB...
8m Dec 19, 2017
8m
CEO Annual Review
Each year RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to the CEOs of some of the world's leading sight loss charities. We look back at 2017 at some of the year's highlights and challenges, ahead to what's in store for 2018 and a personal highlight of the year from the Chief Exec. Today, it's the turn of Tom Pey, CEO of the Royal Society for Blind Children. #RNIBConnect
10m Dec 19, 2017
10m
Play Your Part With RNIB
The charity RNIB, are working hard to give the sight loss community an important role in its decision making; The ‘Play Your Part’ project allows blind & partially sighted people to read about opportunities they can get involved in, share their experiences and influence many different projects. RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley spoke with RNIB's Involvement manager, Natalie Swiderska & also t...
14m Dec 18, 2017
14m
Bizzare News - Do What I Say Not What I Do
RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley caught up with blind journalist Paul Bryce for more quirky & alternative news stories from around the globe, including one about North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong-Un, who, despite promoting an anti-smoking campaign, has been seen smoking cigarettes in public.
8m Dec 18, 2017
8m
Georgie Is Bringing The Laughs This Christmas Day
Georgie Morrell is a writer, actor & stand up comedian who has had two one-woman shows about sight loss…and is currently working on a third. This Christmas Day she joined Kris Wallace on RNIB Connect Radio to talk about what Christmas means to her since sight loss, the incredible year she has had, and the See The Funny Side project she will be running with RNIB in 2018. You can still apply to ...
14m Dec 18, 2017
14m
Kirsty & Tom James (and Guidedog Bass) on Christmas Day
Kirsty James has been a regular contributor to RNIB Connect Radio over 2017 and this Christmas day she and her husband Tom joined Kris Wallace for a special festive chat. Kirsty discusses how Christmas has changed since sight loss, how her guidedog came to be named Bass, and her incredible achievement this year of addressing The House Of Commons about Charles Bonnet Syndrome.
23m Dec 18, 2017
23m
David Hogg on Christmas with Kris (Wallace, not Kringle)
On Christmas Day this year host of A Little Alternative, David Hogg, popped in to the RNIB Connect Radio studios to chat to Kris Wallace about how he's spending the big day, what Christmas tunes will be making his playlist this year, and what A Little Alternative specials he has in store this festive season. Join Kris Wallace and David Hogg on A Little Alternative Classics on Tuesday 26th Dec ...
14m Dec 18, 2017
14m
Rosie Bans on Christmas Eve
Singer/Songwriter Rosie Bans joined Kris Wallace in the RNIB Connect Radio studios this Christmas Eve to discuss how she'd be spending the festive season, her debut album Identify Yourself, & her Christmas EP A Very Ginger Christmas You can hear more music from Rosie Bans on her website www.rosiebans.com or follow her on Twiiter @RosieBans
24m Dec 18, 2017
24m
CEO Annual Review.
Each year RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to the CEOs of some of the world's leading sight loss charities. We look back at 2017 at some of the year's highlights and challenges, ahead to what's in store for 2018 and a personal highlight of the year from the Chief Exec. Today's it's Tom Wright, CEO of Guide Dogs UK. #RNIBConnect
14m Dec 18, 2017
14m
Vocaleyes - Upcoming Audio Described Highlights
Vocaleyes, Toby Davy looks forward to some audio described theatre shows, including 'Young Marx, at the Bridge theatre in London, which also has a touch tour. Toby is talking to RNIB connect Radio's Simon Pauley. www.vocaleyes.co.uk
4m Dec 15, 2017
4m
The Ground We Tread are on A Little Alternative
Host of A Little Alternative David Hogg has been getting to know Band Of The Month The Ground We Tread. David sits down with Brodie and Euan from the band to discuss their formation, their successful EP, and the departure of their lead singer Shannon.
10m Dec 15, 2017
10m
Sam & David Discuss How Their Visual Impairments Have Affected Their Musical Passions
A Little Alternative is on RNIB Connect Radio every Friday night at 9pm and Saturdays at 7pm. It has had two hosts in its 4 years and 150 shows – Sam Little and David Hogg - who have been sitting down together to talk about bands, gigs and how their different visual impairments have affected their musical passions. If you have any thoughts on what Sam & David have been discussing you can join ...
26m Dec 15, 2017
26m
New Drug Shows Promise For Preventing Migraines
Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick chats about the stories behind the medical headlines, including a recent headline about a new drug which could help to prevent migraines. Elizabeth is talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley.
11m Dec 13, 2017
11m
Janet Salt Shares Her Unique And Inspiring Story
RNIB Connect member Janet Salt is the perfect example of someone who hasn’t let disability hold her back. RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell has been hearing her amazing & inspiring story.
13m Dec 13, 2017
13m
S1 Ep6: The Welsh Connection
Reports from RNIB Cymru's Employers In Vision Conference.
58m Dec 13, 2017
58m
The Cane Debate
Mobility aid or fashion accessory? There's a big debate in the blind and partially sighted community about whether canes Should always be white, or if they can be colourful to represent a persons’ individuality. Snazzy, safe, or both? RNIB Connect Radio’s Basil Oxtoby spoke to four cane users to tell us what they think.
10m Dec 12, 2017
10m
Ian Jentle's Healthy Chicken Stir-fry
The festive season is upon us and for most of us it is the season of slight overindulgence! Let's pre-empt that now with a healthy start to the holidays...allowing us to feel less guilty about what's to come. Ian Jentle tells Kris Wallace how to prepare the perfect, healthy, chicken stir-fry - which will save you calories, money on take-aways, and the come down you can get from MSG. Enjoy!
11m Dec 12, 2017
11m
Accessible Gifts For Doctor Who Fans.
If you know a blind or partially sighted Sci-Fi fan, don't get stuck for Christmas gift ideas. The Who shop in London has a wide range of tactile and audio treasures that will cheer up even the most grumpy of Daleks. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alexandra Loosly-Soul, from The Who Shop, to find what's popular across the galaxy and talk about the on-site museum. #RNIBConnect
9m Dec 12, 2017
9m
Airline Introduce Fully Accessible In-Flight Entertainment.
Virgin Atlantic Airlines have improved access, for blind and partially sighted travellers, to their in-flight entertainment systems. Blind and partially sighted people can now use the airline's own iPads, on board, to view movies, tv box sets or listen to music or talking books, without having to ask staff or fellow passengers to help select or play them. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spok...
7m Dec 12, 2017
7m
Bizzare News - A Blow For Freedom & Equality
RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley caught up with blind journalist Paul Bryce for more quirky & alternative news stories from around the globe, including an Egyptian one, where girls riding bikes has caused a huge controversy.
9m Dec 11, 2017
9m
Sight Loss Doesn't Mean Your Life Is Over
Despite what we are told regularly, losing your sight doesn’t mean the end of your life as you know it. For some, it means readjusting to still be able to enjoy the things that they might have done when they had full vision, as well as learn a few new things. That’s definitely the case for Clarke Reynolds, who has tried to make sure his vision loss doesn’t get him down. As he told his story ...
20m Dec 08, 2017
20m
Invisible Dangers In The Home
With the cold weather now well and truly upon us, it’s inevitable that we’ll reach for the thermostat, crank up the heating and close windows and doors in an attempt to keep the environment toasty for the next few months. Seems like the right thing to do, however, comfort-obsessed Brits could be turning a blind eye to the invisible dangers of humidity that come with living in a warm and under-...
7m Dec 08, 2017
7m
Fuss Free Phone
Did you know that you can now buy some of RNIB's most popular phones loaded with the Fuss Free Phones service? At the touch of a button, this service offers a dedicated call centre in the UK that will put you through to your contacts, send a text and provide complete protection from nuisance calls. Basil Oxtoby caught up with Simon Rockman, the founder of Fuss Free Phones to find out more.
5m Dec 08, 2017
5m
Charity's Gala Dinner Success.
The Royal National Institute for Blind people (RNIB) is renowned for its gala receptions for major donors, who support their work to make every day better for blind and partially sighted people. This year's event was a huge success with over £1.1m being raised through the sale of tables and bids for some, money can't buy experiences. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Paul Cartwright, ...
6m Dec 08, 2017
6m
Dave Heeley Turns 60
After completing every Great Run in the 2017 series, to raise money for The Albion Foundation, Dave returned home last week to a suprise 60th birthday party. RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley caught up with Dave to find out whats's next for the man who loves a challenge.
9m Dec 07, 2017
9m
Calls For Greater Funding Of Sight Loss Research.
The UK is recognised as a leader in the global fight against sight loss, particularly in the field of research. However, due to a lack of government funding, charities like Fight For Sight UK are needed to try and raise funds to support ground breaking research into a range of common and rare sight loss conditions. The Charity has launched a campaign, Look Me In The Eye, to ask for more support...
8m Dec 07, 2017
8m
Fleet Street Photographer Reveals He Is Legally Blind
David Katz is an internationally acclaimed photographer, over a career spanning three decades he has snapped everyone from Queen Elizabeth II to Michael Jackson. But what’s more impressive is that throughout his career… until recently… nobody, out-with his family and friends, knew that he was registered blind. RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley caught up with David to learn more about his uniq...
18m Dec 06, 2017
18m
Life Hacks - Product Labels
The great thing about RNIB Connect Radio is that it really is all about you. If you’ve got a question, query or concern, get in touch and share it with us. In turn, you might just be able to help someone out who has the same question, but was scared to ask! Clare got in touch to ask a question about product labelling, and Steven Scott from The Weekly Connect tried to find the answer, courtesy...
5m Dec 06, 2017
5m
Campaigning Does Make A Difference.
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to RNIB's Jessica Hall to discuss their latest campaigns, that you can get involved in. This week we hear about work to unclutter our streets, better provision for visually impaired children and making bus travel easier for blind and partially sighted people. #RNIBConnect
10m Dec 06, 2017
10m
Ian Jentle's Tantalising Treacle Tart
Hear the Morning Mix's resident blind chef Ian Jentle prepare the perfect treacle tart. Not only a British classic but also Harry Potter's favourite dessert - zesty and yummy!
7m Dec 05, 2017
7m
Living With Retinitis Pigmentosa
David Bradford was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) in 2006 and told he could lose his sight but inseatd of spiralling into negativity he embarked on a succesful career as a journalist, working on many top papers and magazines RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley caught up with David to learn more about his fascinating story.
8m Dec 04, 2017
8m
Artist To Host Sculpture Exhibition In The Dark
Victoria Claire is a Kent based visually impaired artist, specialising in contemporary sculpture, carved from wood. She has a degenerative eye condition called Retinitis Pigmentosa. This unfortunately is claiming her eye sight, however depite her visual impairment she continues to sculpt in a specially adapted studio. In what is believed to be a Worldwide first, her latest exhibition 'Blind -...
10m Dec 04, 2017
10m
Bizzare News - Pre-Christmas Warning
RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley caught up with blind journalist Paul Bryce for more quirky & alternative news stories from around the globe, including one about Russian children & parents who are being told to be cautious when writing letters to Grandfather Frost (AKA Santa Claus).
8m Dec 04, 2017
8m
The Book Group - Autumn by Ali Smith
This month the group discuss Autumn by Ali Smith, shortlisted for the 2017 Booker Prize. Please note this show contains SPOILERS for the book.
36m Dec 04, 2017
36m
S1 Ep8: Adverts Get The Audio Description Touch.
Audio Description (AD) is being used more and more on tv programmes, films, theatre productions and throughout the arts and tourism industry. It's a narrative track that describes what you can see, in between actors dialogue, and enhances the enjoyment for blind viewers and patrons. Now, global retailer, Procter and Gamble have created the first AD advert, which is now showing on ITV. RNIB Conn...
7m Dec 04, 2017
7m