S2 Ep517: East West Rail Access Advisory Panel
East West Rail have launched a new access advisory panel at an early stage of development for the new rail line between Oxford and Cambridge via Bedford. Hubert has been speaking to a member of the panel and staff from the company to find out more.
8m May 30, 2024
8m
S2 Ep515: VocalEyes What’s On 23 May 2024
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 Glass Menagerie - Wednesday ...
6m May 23, 2024
6m
S2 Ep516: Expanding Our Braille Business
Barry Snell chats to Brandon Hulcoop, the owner of All Things Dotty, who specialise in braille art and who's aim is to make the the world a better place for for visually impaired people. Having previously spoken in 2021, Brandon chat's about the growth of the business, having a new partner, plus exciting plans for the future. Find out more about All Things Dotty (https://www.allthingsdottybra...
6m May 23, 2024
6m
S2 Ep514: Insect Bites and What to Do About Them….
With the warmer weather we have been experiencing recently there seems to be a lot more wasps and bees about, so for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about insect bites and how best to treat and deal with them. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey what the difference is between a bee and a wasp sting and how best to trea...
5m May 20, 2024
5m
S2 Ep381: Some Eye Problems That You Can Go to Your Pharmacy With….
Following on from the last check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick where we talked about what services are now on offer at your local community Pharmacy for this week’s  check in it is all about the eye problems that you can go to your Pharmacist with. Elizabeth began by telling our Toby Davey about a stye, what it is and how you might treat a stye, to then chatting about conj...
4m May 03, 2024
4m
S2 Ep380: VocalEyes What’s On 3 May 2024
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: Bert Hardy – Photojournalism in ...
6m May 03, 2024
6m
S2 Ep379: First Sight Loss Council Launches in Scotland
The first Sight Loss Council is being launched in Scotland, with the help of Sight Scotland, Sight Scotland Veterans, and Visibility Scotland, it’s being funded by Thomas Pocklington Trust, following the successful SLC model that’s been in place for a few years now in England. Hubert has been speaking to the engagement manager from the first Scotland SLC, together with TPT’s director of services.
5m May 01, 2024
5m
S2 Ep378: What’s On Offer at Your Local Community Pharmacy These Days…
If you have walked in to your local Community Pharmacy recently or even over the last couple of years you may have noticed that there is a lot more on offer than just picking up your prescriptions and some general medication like headache tablets.  So for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we find out about how your local community Pharmacy has changed over the...
5m Apr 23, 2024
5m
S2 Ep377: Dave Heeley Recognised For Fundraising Excellence
Barry Snell caught up with blind Dave to talk about his latest charity fundraiser, an exciting job offer, Plus some unexpected recognition from the English Football League Learn more about Dave and his many fundraising challenges (https://blinddaveheeley.co.uk/) #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo
8m Apr 22, 2024
8m
S2 Ep376: VocalEyes What’s On 16 April 2024
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: Madagascar The Musical - Friday ...
6m Apr 16, 2024
6m
S2 Ep375: Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick Responds to Recent Reports from People Saying That the NHS is Not Working…
With recent news reports where people have been saying that the NHS is not working, for this week’s check in with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey began by asking Elizabeth for her response and thoughts on all this news. Elizabeth then shared her ideas on what could be done to remedy the situation with the NHS that people have been talking about in the news. To the...
4m Apr 10, 2024
4m
S2 Ep374: Visual Snow Syndrome
Have you ever heard of something called the Visual Snow Syndrome? Well, it can impact your vision along side other symptoms, Hubert has been speaking to one Doctor who has helped to do a lot of research into the syndrome.
8m Apr 08, 2024
8m
S2 Ep373: VocalEyes What’s On 3 April 2024
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: My First Ballet: Swan Lake - Wed...
6m Apr 03, 2024
6m
S2 Ep372: How Critically Concerning are the Risks of Alcohol Around Cancer?
We hear a lot in the news about the risks of alcohol overindulgence with talk about price increases in supermarkets, off-licenses, restaurants, pubs, bars and clubs but how critically concerning are the risks of alcohol around cancer? With the recent published research report about the risk of alcohol and cancer for this week’s regular check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick, ...
5m Mar 27, 2024
5m
S2 Ep371: Aira Trials Sutton Pierre Shlimon
Hubert has been visiting Sutton train station to follow the latest series of the Aira visual interpreting service app trials for blind and partially sighted rail passengers. There he spoke to one volunteer from a local sight loss charity in Sutton Pierre Shlimon. If you wish to provide feedback about your own use of the Aira app at one of the supported train stations, you can access it using th...
5m Mar 27, 2024
5m
S2 Ep370: Aira Trials Sutton Antony Merlyn
Hubert has been visiting Sutton Train station to take a look at the latest series of Aira app trials for blind and partially sighted Rail passengers. There he spoke to Antony Merlyn from Govia Thameslink Railway about the progress of the project. If you wish to provide feedback about your own use of the Aira app at one of the supported train stations, you can access it using the link below: htt...
5m Mar 27, 2024
5m
S2 Ep369: Aira Trials Sutton Dave Smith
Hubert has recently visited Sutton train station to see how the latest Aira trials have been going on for blind and partially sighted rail passengers. There he spoke to the engagement manager for South east from Thomas Pocklington Trust who have been working with Govia Thameslink Railway. If you wish to provide feedback about your own use of the Aira app at one of the supported train stations, ...
7m Mar 26, 2024
7m
S2 Ep368: Real Thing AI Jake Coles Intern Story
We have frequently mentioned the importance and benefits of an internship, now it’s time to hear from an actual intern as Hubert speaks to Jake Coles about his experience.
9m Mar 25, 2024
9m
S2 Ep367: VocalEyes What’s On 21 March 2024
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: Everybody’s Talking About Jamie ...
6m Mar 21, 2024
6m
S2 Ep366: Classic Ballet Gets A Modern Twist
Swan Lake is arguably one of the most famous ballets in the world but Scottish Ballet will give it a modern feel for their latest tour. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Emma Jane, from Scottish Ballet, to hear more about the show, which will also have audio described dates for blind and partially sighted patrons. If you'd like more info on Scottish Ballet tours, go to www.scottishb...
7m Mar 13, 2024
7m
S2 Ep292: Ramadan Experiences - Tasneem Arshad
For Muslims, we’re in the holy month of Ramadan. But what’s it like to mark the month if you’re blind or partially sighted? Hywel Davies spoke with Tasneem Arshad to hear about her experiences.
8m Mar 12, 2024
8m
S2 Ep291: Chess Club At Peterborough Central Library
If you live in the Peterborough area, and you fancy giving chess a go, a new club has been launched which gives you the chance to do just that.
5m Mar 08, 2024
5m
S2 Ep290: Meet The Sight Loss Councils Event From Thomas Pocklington Trust
The first Meet The Sight Loss Councils event is taking place in Westminster later this month, where local MPs can find out about the work different Sight Loss Councils do. Is your MP invited? If not, Hubert has been finding out how you can help by inviting your MP to the event.
6m Mar 07, 2024
6m
S2 Ep290: How Does What We Eat Impact on Our Health?
There is a phrase that goes along the lines of ‘you are what you eat’ and with a lot in the news about the impact on our health of healthy or unhealthy eating, for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about the impact of what we eat on our health. Elizabeth began by explaining to our Toby Davey about the nutritional value of healthy eating against unhe...
4m Mar 07, 2024
4m
S2 Ep289: VocalEyes What’s On 9 March 2024
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 Merchant of Venice 1936 - Sa...
6m Mar 06, 2024
6m
S2 Ep288: Should We All be Thinking About Hay Fever a Bit Sooner?
With the weather being all over the place at the moment and spring feeling more like summer the latest recommendations are to start medication for hay fever earlier than you might be thinking about. So for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about hay fever. Elizabeth began by telling RNIB connect Radio’s Toby Davey why some people are recommending t...
5m Feb 28, 2024
5m
S2 Ep287: Sight Loss Research At University Of Surrey
Could small solar panels help people recover from sight loss? Hubert has been finding out more about research carried out by University Of Surrey on this topic.
7m Feb 23, 2024
7m
S2 Ep286: VocalEyes What’s On 20 February 2024
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: Turner Prize 2023 - on until 14 ...
7m Feb 20, 2024
7m
S2 Ep285: LightSound Device Interview
Have you ever wondered what a solar eclipse would sound like? If yes, then Harvard University might have come up with a solution for you, Hubert has been finding out more about their LightSound device.
9m Feb 13, 2024
9m
S2 Ep284: Thoughts and Advice on a Couple of Topical News Health Related Items
With news about HRH King Charles III cancer diagnosis and the recent banning of disposable vapes, for this week’s regular check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we discuss how the King’s cancer diagnosis has helped to raise awareness around cancer and also whether non-disposable vapes are a suitable substitute against cigarettes. Elizabeth and our Toby Davey first chatted abo...
3m Feb 09, 2024
3m
S2 Ep283: Touch Tours At Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
The Wolverhampton Grand Theatre has been offering touch tours to its blind and partially sighted visitors, but how do they work? Hubert has been speaking to them to find out.
7m Feb 02, 2024
7m
S2 Ep282: Getting Around In Challenging Weather Conditions
With some challenging weather conditions recently, including the cold weather and the storms, it’s important to know how to get out and about safely that is if you have the confidence to do so. Hubert has been getting some tips on how to be safe when going out.
8m Jan 31, 2024
8m
S2 Ep281: VocalEyes What’s On 30 January 2024
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 King and I - Wednesday 7 Feb...
6m Jan 30, 2024
6m
S2 Ep280: Talking Bus Stops Introduced in Leicester
Talking bus stops have been introduced in Leicester thanks to the work between Leicester City Council and local sight charity Vista. Hubert has been finding out more.
6m Jan 29, 2024
6m
S2 Ep279: Accessible Data For All
A first-of-its-kind tactile learning device hopes to make hard scientific data available to students with sight loss. Barry Snell spoke to Bryan F. Shaw, Ph.D and Professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Baylor University to find out more Learn more about this ground breaking research (https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adj8099) {Image: Picture of a visually impaired student, holdin...
5m Jan 26, 2024
5m
S2 Ep278: Advice Around Indigestion and Heartburn…
We have all probably been there having gone out for a more calorie filled dinner and experienced a bit of indigestion or heartburn. So for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we will be finding out what exactly is indigestion and heartburn. Elizabeth began by explaining  to our Toby Davey exactly what indigestion and heartburn actually is and whether it is a fe...
4m Jan 25, 2024
4m
S2 Ep277: VocalEyes What’s On 16 January 2024
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 Unfriend - Thursday 25 Janua...
5m Jan 16, 2024
5m
S2 Ep276: Sounds Of The Natural World
Throughout 2023, visually impaired nature guide Andy Shipley from Natural Inclusion, took us on a sensory journey into the great outdoors. From the beautiful songs of wrens and robins, to some naughty hedgehogs and rambunctious wild boars, Andy and Happy Hour's Paulina reflect on their favourite sounds of the natural world. Find the full Sensory Reflections playlist guiding you through to sou...
8m Jan 12, 2024
8m
S2 Ep275: How To Do A Body Scan
Let’s take a moment out of our days and re-connect with our physical and emotional self by doing a body scan. Body scan is a mindfulness meditation practice involving scanning your body for pain, tension, or anything out of the ordinary. It can help us be more present in our lives by taking a moment to focus and consider each part of our bodies, their tensions and how we are feeling overall. ...
8m Jan 12, 2024
8m
S2 Ep273: Top Tips on Looking After Your Feet
With many of us promising ourselves that we want to be more healthy in 2024 and exercising a bit more too, one way to get more healthy might be by walking a bit whether that might be just walking around the local park or off into the hills but have we ever thought about how best to look after our feet? Well, for the first check in of 2024 with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is a...
4m Jan 11, 2024
4m
S2 Ep274: Teaching Independence Skills Through The Arts
The Orpheus Centre is a specialist further education college which helps young disabled artists learn independence skills through the arts. Barry Snell spoke to it's founder Richard Stilgoe to find out more. Learn more about the Orpheus Centre (https://www.orpheus.org.uk/) {Image: RNIB Connect Radio logo, written in Black typeface, with a pink line separating the words RNIB and Connect radio}
6m Jan 10, 2024
6m
S2 Ep272: UK Restaurant Chain Introduce Braille Menus
ASK Italian has launched braille menus at its 66 restaurants across the UK. To mark the launch ASK recently partnered with blind artist Clarke Reynolds to create an artwork for their Park Street restaurant in central London, which included a snowflake made from the braille alphabet that was part of the festive menu. He spoke to RNIB's Connect Radio's Barry Snell about the partnership, his des...
5m Jan 04, 2024
5m
S2 Ep271: VocalEyes What’s On 20 December 2023
Now for 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 regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: The House with Chicken L...
7m Dec 20, 2023
7m
S2 Ep261: Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick’s Festive Holiday Advice….
In the lead up to Christmas and New Year for this week’s regular check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we thought it would be a good time to talk about our medications and how to be best prepared for the festive holidays. Elizabeth began by telling RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about how some surgeries will allow patients to order their medications early in the lead up to ...
5m Dec 15, 2023
5m
S2 Ep260: Sight Loss Story - Natalie Holford
Now, it's time for another sight loss story from an RNIB Customer as Hywel Davies chats to Natalie Holford. 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.rnib.org.uk/) You can also call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask Alexa to call RNIB's Helpline.
11m Dec 08, 2023
11m
S2 Ep259: Festive Game Review With Chad Bouton: Mortal Kombat 1
Looking for a fun gift this holiday season? Well, if your loved one is a gamer, they might enjoy this recommendation as Chad Bouton from The Unsyted Radio podcast reviews Mortal Kombat 1. Please keep in mind, this is an 18+ release. Image shows official game cover art.
6m Dec 05, 2023
6m
S2 Ep259: Festive Game Review With Chad Bouton: Stories Of Blossom
 Looking for a fun gift this holiday season? Well, if your loved one is a gamer, they might enjoy this recommendation from Chad Bouton at The Unsyted Radio Podcast. It's also a perfect one for the younger kiddos or those still young at heart. Image shows Stories of Blossom cover. A drawing of a girl with her eyes closed as her imagination runs wild. In the background she's steering a pirate ...
5m Dec 05, 2023
5m
S2 Ep258: Festive Recipe With Kim Jaye: Hungarian Zserbó Cake
Looking for a new desert to try this Festive season? Well, Kim has a lovely recipe that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser… Ingredients: 250g of butter 20g of butter (to be used at the chocolate stage) 1 whole egg 2 yolks 100ml of whole milk 7g of fresh yeast 500g of plain flour 1 tablespoon of caster sugar 50g of icing sugar The zest of half a lemon 1 pinch salt 150g of ground walnuts 400g of ap...
8m Dec 05, 2023
8m
S1 Ep1557: Festive Recipe With Kim Jaye: Slow Cooked Pork Joint
Looking for a new recipe to try this Festive season? Here’s one that will make your home smell absolutely delicious. Ingredients: 1.5kg of pork shoulder, deboned 2 teaspoons of coarse sea salt 2 teaspoons of barbecue seasoning powder 4 teaspoons of smoked paprika powder 1 teaspoon of ground cumin 1 teaspoon of mustard powder 1/4 teaspoon of chilli powder 1 tablespoon of black treacle 3 teasp...
7m Dec 05, 2023
7m
S1 Ep1557: Festive Recipe With Kim Jaye: Veg Filo Pockets
Looking for a new recipe to try this Festive season? Here’s Kim Jaye with her recipe that’s perfect if you need that vegetarian or vegan-friendly dish. Ingredients: Packet of filo pastry 120 grams plant based or vegan butters 4 TBSP plain flour 200 grams soya pieces or vegan quorn pieces (or can sub for other veg) Half a broccoli chopped 150 grams of mushrooms sliced Salt and pepper to taste...
8m Dec 05, 2023
8m