S2 Ep1609: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2026 - Volunteer Jason
RNIB Northern Ireland Technology Fair 2026 took place on Wednesday 11th of February at the Foyle Arena in Derry/Londonderry. Our Amelia was there and caught up with tech volunteer Jason about why he enjoys volunteering for RNIB. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line:...
2m Feb 13
2m
S2 Ep1608: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2026 - Angel Eyes
RNIB Northern Ireland Technology Fair 2026 took place on Wednesday 11th of February at the Foyle Arena in Derry/Londonderry. Our Amelia Hilton was there and spoke to local sight loss organisation, Angel Eyes, about how they support young people. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Und...
3m Feb 13
3m
S2 Ep1607: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2026 - Look Ahead With Jackie Brown
RNIB Northern Ireland Technology Fair 2026 took place on Wednesday 11th of February at the Foyle Arena in Derry/Londonderry. Our Amelia was there and caught up with Tech Talk host Jackie Brown about what she’s excited about in the day ahead. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underne...
4m Feb 13
4m
S2 Ep1606: RNIB NI Tech Fair 2026 - Look Ahead with Robert Shilladay
RNIB Northern Ireland Technology Fair 2026 took place on Wednesday 11th of February at the Foyle Arena in Derry/Londonderry. Our Amelia was there and spoke with RNIB Northern Ireland Director Robert Shilladay to learn more about the day’s offerings and key areas they are focussing on. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters a...
3m Feb 13
3m
S2 Ep1625: Charlie Flounders VI Photographer and Podcast
Our David Hogg chats to photographer Charlie Flounders about picking the camera back up after sight loss and her podcast…
6m Feb 13
6m
S2 Ep1605: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 14/02/2026
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Simon talks about accessible voting, Access To Work and RNIB Talking Books 90th anniversary. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk (http...
13m Feb 13
13m
S2 Ep1604: Sight Loss Council Cymru Launches In Cardiff Bay
Wales Council of the Blind and Thomas Pocklington Trust have launched the UK’s newest Sight Loss Council. Hywel Davies went along to the launch event to hear from organisers and new council members. For more information on the work of Sight Loss Council Cymru, visit their website - Wales - Sight Loss Council (https://www.sightlosscouncils.org.uk/meet-the-councils/wales/)
7m Feb 12
7m
S2 Ep1564: Porto Montenegro and Kotor - Travelogue 47 With Jonathan Abro
Join Jonathan in the glamorous Porto Montegro and old city of Kotor. Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm. 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.
5m Feb 11
5m
S2 Ep1564: Party City In Montenegro - Travelogue 46 With Jonathan Abro
Jonathan continues his travels through the Balkans, stopping at the party city of Budva in Montenegro. Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm. 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 ...
5m Feb 11
5m
S2 Ep1602: Experiences Of RNIB's See Work Differently Scheme - Mohammed And Sharon
RNIB is creating opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to gain practical experience. Hywel Davies caught up with Mohammed and Sharon to share their experiences of the ‘See Work Differently’ scheme. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ ...
9m Feb 10
9m
S2 Ep1601: Royal Ballet Revival of Pierrot Lunaire with Audio Described Performances
The Royal Ballet and Opera House in London continue their access programme with up-coming audio described performances and touch tours for blind and partially sighted people of the Royal Ballet’s revival of Glen Tetley’s 60’s cult classic Pierrot Lunaire. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Deirdre Chapman, Rehearsal Director at The Royal Ballet and Audio Describer Alice Gilmour for ...
12m Feb 10
12m
S2 Ep1594: Launch of The Eye Believe Podcast on RNIB Connect Radio
The Eye Believe Podcast is a collective of blind and partially sighted individuals from different cultural backgrounds coming together to discuss and share their unique experiences of sight loss on a range of powerful topics from their own personal perspectives along with how the community around them sees them as visually impaired people. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Ashrafi...
9m Feb 09
9m
S2 Ep1599: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 07/02/2026
RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, for a look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Simon chats settling into his new position as RNIB Chief Executive, engaging with RNIB staff, and what work he'll focus on over the coming months. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services av...
11m Feb 06
11m
S2 Ep1583: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Robin Hood and Aladdin, 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 another audio described theatre review. This week we are looking at what might be someones first experience of theatre with two great family shows, Robin Hood at the Birmingham Hippodrome and Aladdin at the Wo...
7m Feb 06
7m
S2 Ep1598: Get To Know Sight Loss Council Cymru
With support from Thomas Pocklington Trust, there are now more than twenty-five volunteer-led Sight Loss Councils across the UK. Hywel Davies caught up with the team behind the new ‘Sight Loss Council Cymru’ to hear more. For more information, visit the Sight Loss Council Cymru website - Wales - Sight Loss Council (https://www.sightlosscouncils.org.uk/meet-the-councils/wales/)
7m Feb 06
7m
S2 Ep1597: February 2026 Almanac
Bees are buzzing and Grey Herons are with us! Amelia returns to explore the many celebrations in February and share some returning friends from nature. Learn more about the nature you can enjoy each month 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...
7m Feb 05
7m
S2 Ep1596: Proximity Pal - Prototype Of New Navigation Device
Two students from Canada are working on a device that can detect scaffolding and tree branches to make travelling easier for blind and partially sighted people. Amelia spoke to Jack Redberger and Jay Koidhis to learn more. Email Jack and Jay at proximitypal@itas.ca Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a...
8m Feb 05
8m
S2 Ep1595: RNIB Northern Ireland Tech Fair Preview
Based in Northern Ireland and looking for a social, tech-themed day? The RNIB tech fair is free to attend and takes place in Londonderry on Wednesday 11th of February. Amelia spoke with Jo Kenny to learn more. 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 ...
6m Feb 05
6m
S2 Ep1593: Jack Marshall a Graduate from Keele University Hopes to Inspire Other Visually Impaired People
Jack Marshall, a blind man from Stoke-on-Trent who has moderate hearing loss has recently picked up his degree certificate in Computer Science and Music Production at Keele University’s winter graduation ceremony and hopes that his story of going through mainstream and specialist education will help to inspire other blind and partially sighted people to achieve their goals in life. When Jack w...
16m Feb 05
16m
S2 Ep1594: Sight Village Exhibition Returns To Glasgow This March
Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Hywel Davies has been hearing all about plans for this year’s Sight Village Scotland.
5m Feb 04
5m
S2 Ep1563: Sutomore, Montenegro - Travelogue 45 With Jonathan Abro
Join Jonathan Abro on a memorable river jouney and beachfront hotel stay in Monetenegro. Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm. 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 f...
5m Feb 04
5m
S2 Ep1592: Your Stories - Community Curator Krishna
‘Your Stories’ brings together objects from Glasgow Life Museum’s collection with personal stories from community curators. Community members from RNIB Scotland came together to select items that resonated with them and shaped the final display by sharing their own experiences, memories and perspectives alongside the objects. Amelia spoke to community curator Krishna about how radio and audiob...
4m Feb 03
4m
S2 Ep1591: Your Stories - Community Curator Terry
‘Your Stories’ brings together objects from Glasgow Life Museum’s collection with personal stories from community curators. Community members from RNIB Scotland came together to select items that resonated with them and shaped the final display by sharing their own experiences, memories and perspectives alongside the objects. Amelia spoke to community curator Terry about which objects were mea...
6m Feb 03
6m
S2 Ep1590: Your Stories - Display Of Objects That Matter To Blind And Partially Sighted People
‘Your Stories’ brings together objects from Glasgow Life Museum’s collection with personal stories from community curators. Community members from RNIB Scotland came together to select items that resonated with them and shaped the final display by sharing their own experiences, memories and perspectives alongside the objects. Amelia spoke to RNIB Community Coordinator, Conor Joseph and Head of...
9m Feb 03
9m
S2 Ep1589: RNIB See Work Differently Placement - Nigel & Devin
RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell learns how RNIB is creating opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to gain some work experience. He spoke with RNIB's Nigel Townley and Devin Adams to learn how the work placement in Edinburgh is helping her build confidence. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlin...
9m Feb 03
9m
S2 Ep1588: National Theatre London Audio Description Round Up for Early 2026
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. RNIB Connect Radio’s 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 NT and a couple that are available onl...
7m Feb 03
7m
S2 Ep1582: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Miss Saigon, 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 another audio described theatre reviews. This week we have the spectacular musical ‘Miss Saigon’ as the current new UK and Ireland touring production visited the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham with descriptio...
5m Jan 30
5m
S2 Ep1587: Try Flower Arranging With Sight Cymru
With Valentines Day and Mother’s Day on the horizon, one sight loss charity in south Wales is giving people the chance to create their very own bouquet. Hywel Davies has been finding out how you can get involved.
6m Jan 30
6m
S2 Ep1586: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns Update 29/01/2026
Each month, RNIB Connect Radio speak to some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re working on at the moment. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. To complete the Access To Work Survey, visit - https://rnib.in/atw-survey (https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frnib.in%2Fatw-survey&data=05%7C02%7CHywel.Davies%40rnib.org.uk%7Cc762aeb0...
9m Jan 29
9m
S2 Ep1585: Waymo Launch Event - Walking Around The Car
More now from Hubert’s trip to the launch event for autonomous ride-sharing service ‘Waymo’. Where Hubert and guide dog Ceasar got a guided tour of the vehicle.
9m Jan 29
9m
S2 Ep1584: Waymo Launches In London
Have you ever taken a ride in a taxi without a driver? The autonomous ride-sharing service ‘Waymo’ will launch its service in London later this year. Hubert Pawelkiewicz went along to the launch event to find out more. Whilst there he spoke to Guide Dogs CEO Andrew Lennox.
3m Jan 29
3m
S2 Ep1581: England Para Talent Day With Bloomsbury Football
An upcoming football talent day in London is hoping to find the next generation of England players. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. To sign up for the event, visit the Bloomsbury Football website - Bloomsbury X Para Football England Talent Day - Bloomsbury Football (https://bloomsburyfootball.com/product/bloomsbury-x-para-football-england-talent-day/)
6m Jan 28
6m
S2 Ep1562: Virpazar, Montenegro - Travelogue 44 With Jonathan Abro
Join Jonathan Abro as he crosses from Albania into Montenegro and makes some suprise friends. Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm. 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 smal...
6m Jan 28
6m
S2 Ep1580: VocalEyes Describing Heritage: Co-creating Access - Update
An update on the VocalEyes Describing Heritage: Co-creating Access Project, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund with the input of blind and partially sighted people from a number of Thomas Pocklington Trust Sight Loss Councils, will explore through the co-creation of audio description in 10 heritage hubs across the country, ways of improving access to museums, galleries and heritage...
14m Jan 28
14m
S2 Ep1248: RNIB Sector Roundtable With Schools Minister - Lucy Merritt
RNIB hosted a sector roundtable last week with Schools Minister Georgia Gould MP where blind and partially sighted people got the chance to highlight issues in terms of support for special educational needs. Following the event, Hubert spoke to Lucy Merritt from Thomas Pocklington Trust to find out more about a framework which is in place to help provide an understanding of support for childre...
5m Jan 27
5m
S2 Ep1579: RNIB Sector Roundtable With Schools Minister - Young Student Voices
RNIB hosted a sector roundtable last week with Schools Minister Georgia Gould MP where blind and partially sighted people got the chance to highlight issues in terms of support for special educational needs. Our Hubert attended the event at RNIB's Grimaldi Building and spoke to some of the young people who provided their lived experience of education support with sight loss. Image shows the R...
5m Jan 27
5m
S2 Ep1578: RNIB Sector Roundtable With Schools Minister - Georgia Gould OBE MP
RNIB hosted a sector roundtable last week with Schools Minister Georgia Gould OBE MP where blind and partially sighted people got the chance to highlight issues in terms of support for special educational needs. Following the event, Hubert managed to catch up with the Schools Minister. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters ...
6m Jan 27
6m
S2 Ep1577: More Support for Blind and Partially Sighted People in Saint Boswells
RNIB Scotland has a new project which aims to provide more advice, support, events and community connections for blind and partially sighted people living in rural or isolated areas of Scotland. David Hogg spoke to Marion Bauer form the Scottish Borders
4m Jan 26
4m
1569: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The BFG, 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 first of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week we have Tom Wells’ magical new adaptation of Roald Dahl’s powerful and darkly funny story ‘the BFG’ (Big Friendly Giant) at the RSC ...
5m Jan 23
5m
S2 Ep1575: Scottish Budget Reaction From RNIB
The Scottish Budget was announced recently but what does it all mean for eye care in Scotland? Our Allan Russell  headed to Edinburgh to learn more.
8m Jan 23
8m
S2 Ep1574: Join RNIB Scotland On Their Accessible Museum Visits
RNIB Scotland is back with their popular accessible explorations of Glasgow museums. Our Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Community Coordinator, Conor Joseph, about their plans for this year and their upcoming visit to Riverside Museum. To find out more, email: Conor.Joseph@rnib.org.uk Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and ...
4m Jan 22
4m
S2 Ep1573: RNIB's Platform for Change Report Highlights Barriers to Train Travel
Sight loss charity RNIB, has published the final part of a three stage report on independent travel for blind and partially sighted people. Allan Russell spoke to Ross Megan and Erik Mathies, from the charity’s Campaigns Team to hear about the latest publication on train travel. Find the report here: https://bit.ly/RNIBPlatformForChange Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white bac...
10m Jan 22
10m
S2 Ep1572: VI Comedian Jake Donaldson wants to be the fifth Weezer
Visually Impaired comedian Jake Donaldson has a new show about nostalgia, sight loss and his boyhood dream of joining the band Weezer. Amelia learned more about the show ahead of the Glasgow International Comedy Festival. Book Tickets for the Glasgow International COmedy Festival date at 9 pm on Friday 13th March here - Jake Donaldson: The Fifth Weezer - Glasgow International Comedy Festival ...
9m Jan 19
9m
S2 Ep1576: VI Photographer William Hickie
Let’s talk photography, our David Hogg catches up with VI photographer William Hickie
4m Jan 19
4m
S2 Ep1570: RNIB Gaming Group
Let’s talk gaming and how you can get involved in accessible gaming with other blind and partially sighted people. David Hogg has more. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.
7m Jan 19
7m
S2 Ep1571: UK Sight Loss Charity Has A New CEO
Simon Antrobus is the new Chief Executive of UK sight loss charity, RNIB. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell sat down with Simon to learn more about his career, so far, his thoughts on the charity’s direction and how he switches off from the day job. Image shows Simon smiling for the camera. He is a white man with neat, short fair hair, dressed in a white shirt and charcoal suit jacket.
18m Jan 17
18m
S2 Ep1568: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - AD Theatre Highlights 2025
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 a look back over some great theatre shows he saw in 2025 with audio description as well as some highlights of productions that Vidar is looking forward to seeing in 2026. Don’t forget to catch Vidar’s regular ...
8m Jan 16
8m
S2 Ep1561: Shkodër, Albania - Travelogue 43 With Jonathan Abro
Join Jonathan as he continues exploring the Balkans by bus, stopping at the modern city of Shkodër. He learns more about the community came together after a dark period of history. Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues every Wednesday on The Lunch Break from 12 noon to 1 pm. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline w...
4m Jan 14
4m
S2 Ep1567: Harnessing resources and Skills To Improve Independent Mobility.
The Motability Foundation and UK sight loss charity RNIB, are collaborating on several research projects to improve the independent mobility of blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to John Worsfold, RNIB, and Nicola Gampell, Motability Foundation, to learn more about the work and it’s goals. If you’d like to learn more about the research, go to http://w...
12m Jan 14
12m
S2 Ep1566: Sight Scotland Veterans on NaviLens introduction in West Lothian
NaviLens has arrived at some bus stops in the West Lothian area. David Hogg finds out more..
6m Jan 13
6m