S2 Ep450: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Wicked, 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 incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz in the fantastic musical, Wicked as the current touring production visited ...
7m Apr 05, 2024
7m
S2 Ep451: Dune 2 Review
Civil War, Romance, Sandworms – Dune 2 has all of this and more, but what did our Paulina Kuchorew and Luci Franks think of the film when they saw it on the big screen? Here they are with a review. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'Connect Radio' underneath.
9m Apr 05, 2024
9m
S2 Ep450: World Unseen - Interview with Brent Stirton, Photographer, Rhino Wars
Canon Europe, in partnership with the RNIB, has created a truly accessible photography exhibition designed for all with ‘World Unseen’, inviting visitors, blind, partially sighted and sighted to experience photography at Somerset House, Strand, London from 5-7 April 2024. Canon believes images have the power to change the world - There are at least 2.2 billion people globally who have some for...
4m Apr 05, 2024
4m
S2 Ep450: World Unseen - Lawrence Gunther, Blind Conservationist on Rhino Wars Launch Event at Somerset House
Canon Europe, in partnership with the RNIB, has created a truly accessible photography exhibition designed for all with ‘World Unseen’, inviting visitors, blind, partially sighted and sighted to experience photography at Somerset House, Strand, London from 5 - 7 April 2024. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey attended the launch event of ‘World Unseen’ on Thursday 4 April 2024 and spoke with Lawre...
4m Apr 05, 2024
4m
S2 Ep450: World Unseen - Interview with Ian Treherne, Visually Impaired Photographer
Canon Europe, in partnership with the RNIB, has created a truly accessible photography exhibition designed for all with ‘World Unseen’, inviting visitors, blind, partially sighted and sighted to experience photography at Somerset House, Strand, London from 5-7 April 2024. Canon believes images have the power to change the world - There are at least 2.2 billion people globally who have some for...
6m Apr 05, 2024
6m
S2 Ep450: World Unseen - Interview with Matthew Faulkner from Canon
Canon Europe, in partnership with the RNIB, has created a truly accessible photography exhibition designed for all with ‘World Unseen’, inviting visitors, blind, partially sighted and sighted to experience photography at Somerset House, Strand, London from 5-7 April 2024. Canon believes images have the power to change the world - There are at least 2.2 billion people globally who have some for...
6m Apr 05, 2024
6m
S2 Ep449: Some Audio Described Highlights From MindsEye Description
Audio Description is vital for blind and partially sighted people, making television, movies and other arts venues accessible and enjoyable. AD is a narration describing what is physically happening, say on stage, TV or the big screen. It also helps museums, galleries or other arts events showcase their work. Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEy...
8m Apr 05, 2024
8m
S2 Ep448: Bridge for Beginners Club from Sight Support Worthing
Sight Support Worthing are launching a bridge for beginners club. The game uses strategy and problem solving, and can be played anywhere. Amelia learned more from Alison Bates and James Langley. Visit Sight Support Worthing's Website to learn more https://sswcharity.org.uk/ Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined wi...
8m Apr 04, 2024
8m
S2 Ep447: Try Tai Chi for Strength and Mindfulness
Are you looking for some more calm? Well Tai chi might be the activity you need. It can help you get stronger, and become more mindful. Amelia learned mor from Director on the Board of the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain, Betty Sutherland. Learn more on the Tai Chi Union website https://www.taichiunion.com/ Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a w...
9m Apr 04, 2024
9m
S2 Ep446: Paws on the Wharf - Guide Dog Sculpture Trail
Put your best foot or paw forward and get ready for an unmissable free art trail with ‘Paws on the Wharf’ the Guide Dogs sculpture trail around Canary Wharf and the surrounding Tower Hamlets area of London which runs until 17 May 2024. ‘Paws on the Wharf’ has brought a collection of larger-than-life guide dog sculptures to Canary Wharf, each individually decorated by talented artists in vibran...
9m Apr 04, 2024
9m
S2 Ep445: Blind Racegoers Club looking for younger members
If you ever wanted to go to a horse racing event, but weren’t sure how to connect with fellow visually impaired racegoers, Hubert has been speaking to Bruce who’s the chair of the Blind Racegoers club to find out how it works, and how people can join. To find out more information contact londonandseconnection@rnib.org.uk (mailto:londonandseconnection@rnib.org.uk)
8m Apr 03, 2024
8m
S2 Ep444: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 3 April 2024
Alice Findlay, RNIB Customer Insight Co-ordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in with RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey. Opportunities highlighted this week included: Share your experience of Autism and sight loss… Are you an autistic person living with sight loss or have other visual needs? Would you be interested in sharing your exper...
5m Apr 03, 2024
5m
S2 Ep442: Finalists Announced For RNIB See Differently Awards 2024!
The finalists RNIB See Differently Awards 2024 have been announced, but what was the judging process like and what can we expect from the big award ceremony in May? Our Paulina spoke with Susannah Scott from RNIB to find out more. Find out more about RNIB See Differently Awards here: See Differently Awards | RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/rnib-see-differently-awards/) Ima...
5m Apr 02, 2024
5m
S2 Ep443: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 30/03/2024
Each week we sit 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 started by talking about how the RNIB including our Chair of Trustees Anna Tylor along with Matt helped to influence the BBC to reverse the proposed cutting of five minutes from Radio 4’s IN Touch programme which was due to happen with the changes comi...
7m Mar 30, 2024
7m
S2 Ep434: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - An Officer and a Gentleman, 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 return of a captivating story of romance brought to life on stage with An Officer and A Gentleman as the 2024 Curve tour...
4m Mar 29, 2024
4m
S2 Ep440: Open Water Swimming with former Paralympian Melanie Barratt
Have you thought about dipping your toe in the open water? Former Paralympian Melanie Barratt told Amelia about her wild swimming adventures and training to swim the channel. Follow Melanie's training by searching for 'Against The Tide - Blind Wild Swimming' on Facebook. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a...
15m Mar 29, 2024
15m
S2 Ep440: Artist Keith Salmon On Painting And Audio Landscapes
Blind Artist Keith Salmon paints a picture of the Scottish Highlands with paintbrushes and audio landscapes. Amelia learned more about his creative process and how he’s adjusted his work following sight loss. Learn more about Keith's work by visiting his website at https://www.keithsalmon.org/ Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white backgroun...
11m Mar 28, 2024
11m
S2 Ep439: Get active with Parkrun
Fancy getting active and meeting new people? Well a Parkrun jog or walk might be the thing for you. Amelia learned more from Simon Tobin - an NHS GP, guide runner and Parkrun Voluntary Ambassador for Health and Wellbeing. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'Connect Radio' und...
10m Mar 28, 2024
10m
S2 Ep438: Build Accessible Playgrounds with the Free To Play Guide
The UN recognises that every child has a right to play – but children and care-givers who are blind and partially sighted can be shut out of playgrounds with inaccessible design. Play Expert, Theresa Casey, talked to Amelia about the ‘Free To Play’ guide which has advice for building playgrounds everyone can enjoy. To learn more about the guide, visit Play Scotland's website https://www.plays...
13m Mar 28, 2024
13m
S2 Ep437: Winter and Spring Prone Boarding with Blind Adventurer Dean Dunbar
Would you paddle through an icy lake? Well, Blind Adventurer Dean Dunbar prone boards in all seasons and weathers. He told Amelia about his Spring trips and how he keeps warm during colder days on the water. Keep up with Dean's adventures via his website extremedreams.co.uk (https://extremedreams.co.uk/) and by searching for 'Dean Dunbar Blind and Dangerous' on Facebook. Image shows RNIB Con...
7m Mar 28, 2024
7m
S2 Ep441: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns Update
Each month, RNIB Connect Radio speak with the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re involved in and ask for your input to bring positive change to the lives of blind and partially sighted people, throughout the UK. This month’s update focuses on RNIB’s ‘Out of Sight’ campaign, plus a recent report from the Women and Equalities Committee which is calling for better acce...
8m Mar 27, 2024
8m
S2 Ep436: Sense of Loss - A New Play From VICS
We rarely talk about death, but what is the process of dying and grieving for blind and partially sighted people? Sense of Loss is a new play by VICS which uses humour and real life events to explore death through the lens of sight loss. Amelia talked to VICS founder and Playwright Kirin Saeed, and cast member Neil Skene to learn more. Learn more and buy tickets by visiting the Assembly Roxy...
11m Mar 27, 2024
11m
S2 Ep435: CSUN 2023 - Vispero And RNIB
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk spoke with Matt Ater from Vispero and RNIB’s Ali Long to hear how a partnership between the two organisations promises to make kiosks more accessible very soon.
9m Mar 26, 2024
9m
S2 Ep433: CSUN 2024 - Vision Australia
The 2024 CSUN conference in California brought together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk was on conference floor this year speaking with some of the delegates, including Tony Wu from Vision Australia.
7m Mar 26, 2024
7m
S2 Ep433: CSUN 2024 - Amos Miller From 'Glidance'
The 2024 CSUN conference in California brought together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk was on conference floor this year speaking with some of the delegates. One of the most talked about items on display was the self-guided mobility aid ‘Glidance’.
8m Mar 26, 2024
8m
S2 Ep433: CSUN 2024 - NewHaptics
The 2024 CSUN conference in California brought together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk was on conference floor this year speaking with some of the delegates, that’s where he caught up with the team behind an innovative new refreshable braille display.
6m Mar 26, 2024
6m
S2 Ep433: CSUN 2024 - Saqib Shaikh - Microsoft Seeing AI
The 2024 CSUN conference in California brought together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk was on conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates. Microsoft were in attendance to talk about upcoming changes to their ‘Seeing AI’ app which have been made possible in part, by RNIB.
7m Mar 26, 2024
7m
S2 Ep432: ITV Six Nations AD Review
ITV have been working to deliver a live audio described broadcast of a major sporting event. Allan Russell spoke to David Padmore and Matt Simpson, from the channel, to find out more. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'Connect Radio' underneath.
10m Mar 26, 2024
10m
S2 Ep416: Birds of Paradise Celebrate 30 Years of Accessible Theatre
Scotland’s leading disability-lead theatre company Birds of Paradise celebrates 30 years of accessible theatre with their new touring tragicomedy ‘Don't. Make. Tea.’ a comical spin on disability assessments set in the near future. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey recently caught up with Robert Softley Gale, Artistic Director of Birds of Paradise, to find out about how the company was set up 30 ...
10m Mar 25, 2024
10m
S2 Ep431: CSUN 2024 - All Terrain Cane
The 2024 CSUN conference in California brought together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk was on conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates. There he spoke to Sedona Dave,  the developer of the ‘All Terrain Cane’. You can find more information about the 'All Terrain Cane' at the RNIB Products For Life S...
8m Mar 25, 2024
8m
S2 Ep430: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 23/03/2024
Each week we sit 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 started by talking about the launch of the ‘Accessibility of Products and Services to Disabled People’ report by the Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) with recommendations  that the Financial Conduct Authority should work with the retail banking sec...
8m Mar 23, 2024
8m
S2 Ep416: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 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 the lines between reality and illusion start to blur in a play within a play as Vidar reviews the Royal Shakespeare Company’s current production...
7m Mar 22, 2024
7m
S2 Ep429: CSUN 2024 - New Accessibility Features From Sony
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk has been on the conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates. One of the household names in attendance was Sony, who were demonstrating some of the latest accessibility features in their products.
8m Mar 21, 2024
8m
S2 Ep429: CSUN 2024 - ARxAI Headset - Charles Leclercq
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk has been on the conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates. One of the most talked about products on display has been the ARxAI Headset, which is now available from the RNIB Shop. You can find out more information...
8m Mar 21, 2024
8m
S2 Ep429: CSUN 2024 - Jaws For Kiosks
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk has been on the conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates, including Logan Amstey from TGPi who explains how the JAWS screen reader will be making its way to more service kiosks across the UK in the future.
4m Mar 21, 2024
4m
S2 Ep428: SVS 2024 - Reflection With James Adams
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. As the conference drew to a close, our David Hogg spoke with RNIB's Country Director of Scotland James Adams, to get his thoughts on the day. Image sho...
2m Mar 21, 2024
2m
S2 Ep427: SVS 2024 - RNIB's Vivienne Francis
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event and spoke with RNIB’s Chief Social Change Officer Vivienne Francis. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square...
2m Mar 21, 2024
2m
S2 Ep426: SVS 2024 - Eye Health Scotland
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event and spoke with Dr Paul Johnson, Chair of Eye Health Scotland. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square backg...
3m Mar 21, 2024
3m
S2 Ep425: SVS 2024 - Julie Mosgrove
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event and caught up with Julie Mosgrove. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square background, 'RNIB' is written in...
2m Mar 21, 2024
2m
S2 Ep424: SVS 2024 - Sight Scotland
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event and spoke with Craig Spalding, Chief Executive of Sight Scotland. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square b...
2m Mar 21, 2024
2m
S2 Ep423: SVS 2024 - Blind Veterans UK
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event and spoke with Nicola from Blind Veterans UK about their thoughts on the conference so far. Image shows RNIB Scotland...
1m Mar 21, 2024
1m
S2 Ep422: SVS 2024 - Guide Dogs
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event and spoke with Guide Dogs. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square background, 'RNIB' is written in black b...
2m Mar 21, 2024
2m
S2 Ep421: SVS 2024 - Macular Society
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event and spoke with the Macular Society. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square background, 'RNIB' is written i...
2m Mar 21, 2024
2m
S2 Ep420: SVS 2024 - Amanda Hawkins
More from the Scottish Vision Strategy Conference as our David Hogg speaks with RNIB’s Amanda Hawkins. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square background, 'RNIB' is written in black bold capital letters. Underneath, in a slightly smaller font we have 'Scotland' also written in black. A bold pink line underlines them.
1m Mar 21, 2024
1m
S2 Ep419: SVS 2024 - Stuart McMillan MSP
More from Scottish Vision Strategy 2024 now as our David Hogg caught up with Stuart McMillan MSP before his opening speech. Image shows RNIB Scotland logo. On a white square background, 'RNIB' is written in black bold capital letters. Underneath, in a slightly smaller font we have 'Scotland' also written in black. A bold pink line underlines them.
1m Mar 21, 2024
1m
S2 Ep418: A Chat With James Adams Before SVS 2024 Begins
The Scottish Vision Strategy Conference took place on Wednesday 20 March 2024 in Edinburgh. This year the event focused on the eye care support pathway, and how we can better support people from diagnosis to living well with an eye condition. Our David Hogg attended the event, and managed to catch a quick word before it all started with RNIB's Country Director for Scotland, James Adams. Imag...
3m Mar 21, 2024
3m
S2 Ep417: CSUN 2024 - Stevie Wonder Speaks To RNIB Connect Radio
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Musician Stevie Wonder stopped by the RNIB stand where our own Dave Williams asked him about everything from his love of braille to a possible collaboration with a very well-known British singer. Image: A photo of Dave Williams, who has white hair and is wearing a ...
5m Mar 21, 2024
5m
S2 Ep417: CSUN 2024 - RNIB's Dawn Slater - Travel Well With Tech
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk has been on the conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates. RNIB were also in attendance talking about the new ‘Travel Well With Tech’ project.
5m Mar 21, 2024
5m
S2 Ep415: CSUN 2024 - Paige Braille
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk has been on the conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates. Paige Braille combines old and new technologies to help to make learning braille easier and more enjoyable than ever.
7m Mar 20, 2024
7m
S2 Ep415: CSUN 2024 - WeWalk
The annual CSUN conference in California brings together some of the biggest names in accessible technology from across the globe. Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk has been on the conference floor this year to speak to some of the delegates. He spoke to the team behind WeWalk to hear about updates to the popular smart cane.
8m Mar 20, 2024
8m