S1 Ep1187: RNIB See Differently Awards 2022 - Team Of The Year
RNIB See Differently Awards took place in London on the 29th of March 2022 and were a celebration of individuals, teams and companies that have gone the extra mile to help break down barriers and smash stereotypes associated with sight loss.     The Team of the Year award recognised a team that has made a significant contribution to improving the lives of people who are blind or partially sig...
3m Mar 30, 2022
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S1 Ep1187: RNIB See Differently Awards 2022 - Best Social Media Impact Of The Year
RNIB See Differently Awards took place in London on the 29th of March 2022 and were a celebration of individuals, teams and companies that have gone the extra mile to help break down barriers and smash stereotypes associated with sight loss.     The Social Media Impact of the Year, sponsored by Pantene, recognised someone who used social media to break down the barriers faced by blind and par...
3m Mar 30, 2022
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S1 Ep1186: RNIB See Differently Awards 2022 - Community Contributor Of The Year
RNIB See Differently Awards took place in London on the 29th of March 2022 and were a celebration of individuals, teams and companies that have gone the extra mile to help break down barriers and smash stereotypes associated with sight loss. The Community Contributor of the Year award, sponsored by Santen, recognised the unsung hero of the sight loss community, who had dedicated themselves to ...
2m Mar 30, 2022
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S1 Ep1186: RNIB See Differently Awards 2022 - Campaigner Of The Year
RNIB See Differently Awards took place in London on the 29th of March 2022 and were a celebration of individuals, teams and companies that have gone the extra mile to help break down barriers and smash stereotypes associated with sight loss. Campaigner of the Year award, sponsored by Mastercard, recognised an exceptional individual who has shown great commitment and courage in campaigning to i...
2m Mar 30, 2022
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S1 Ep1186: All the action before the SDA Awards 2022!
Last night in central London a very special award ceremony took place, the RNIB See Differently Awards, Toby, Ellie and Paulina we're on hand to catch all the action before the winners were announced. Find out more here: RNIB See Differently Awards 2022 – headline sponsor Amazon Alexa - RNIB - See differently (https://www.rnib.org.uk/see-differently-awards) Image shows 'RNIB See Differently A...
8m Mar 30, 2022
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S1 Ep1184: Connect Voices Round up 30 March 2022
Charlotte Jones, RNIB's National Involvement Coordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in. Opportunities highlighted this week included: Join the RNIB Voice of the Customer focus groups - The RNIB is looking for a broad range of blind and partially sighted people from across the UK to take part in a series of the RNIB online Voice of t...
7m Mar 30, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1185: Sight Saver Equal UN Campaign with Gertrude Oforiwa Fefoame
Sight Savers have launched a new campaign to ensure gender equality is maintained on the CRPD committee, Ellie's been speaking to one woman who is a member of the committee, to find out what this means and why it's so important...  To find out more about Sight Savers and the #EqualUN Campaign, please visit their website here: Sightsavers launches global #EqualUN campaign | News | Sightsavers (...
9m Mar 29, 2022
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S1 Ep1183: Meet RNIB See Differently Awards Headline Sponsor - Amazon Alexa
On Tuesday 29th of March, sight loss charity RNIB are holding their See Differently Awards 2022 in London. The awards ceremony will celebrate the people and organisations dedicated to improving the lives of blind and partially sighted people.  Previous winner and our Happy Hour host, Holly Tuke spoke with Dennis Stansbury from Amazon Alexa, who are the headline sponsor of the awards, to find ...
7m Mar 28, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1182: Activating Enterprise Episode 10 - Karina Jones
In our Activating Enterprise series here on RNIB Connect Radio, we are finding out how sometimes life changing events can become catalysts for positive change when it comes to career opportunities.  In this episode, actor, voice coach, and aerialist Karina Jones talks learning belly dancing in Egypt, performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company and overcoming obstacles to achieve her dream of...
10m Mar 28, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1181: Singing Sensation Will WOW Audience At Charity Awards!
The RNIB See Differently Awards will take place in London on March 29th 2022. They will shine a light on individuals, teams and companies that have gone the extra mile to help break down barriers and smash stereotypes associated with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to blind singer Andrea Begley, a former winner of ITV's The Voice, to find out why she's so excited about pe...
7m Mar 28, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1180: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 26/03/2022
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits 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 talks about more help for blind and partially sighted people effected by the invasion of Ukraine, good news on the charity's finances and work going forward and we look ahead to the See Differently Awards on March 29th...
7m Mar 26, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1179: Vidar Hjarding MBE - Disney’s Beauty and The Beast, Audio Described
RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjarding 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 audio described theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing a tale as old as time with the audio described performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at the Birmingha...
8m Mar 25, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1180: Audio Description Goes Beyond The Theatre
Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description to look at some forthcoming audio described highlights. This month there's news on an audio described escape experience, a new gallery tour and a fantastic new theatre production. #RNIBConnect Image: Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description
10m Mar 25, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1179: National Theatre London Audio Description Round Up 25 March 2022
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. Our Toby Davey was joined again by David Bellwood, Head of Access at the National Theatre to chat about a couple of up-coming audio described shows at the National Theatre and a couple of gems from the archives that are availab...
7m Mar 25, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1178: Blind Braille Artist Clarke Reynolds: Journey By Dots Show and Art In Sight Podcast
Clarke Reynolds, the Blind Braille Artist who turns the tactile form of Braille into colourful works of art, talks with our Toby Davey about the success of his recent show Decoding Braille, Decoding Me, his up-coming show at Aspex Portsmouth, Journey By Dots and his Arts council podcast, Art In Sight. Clarke began by explaining to Toby what his Braille art is all about the success of Decoding ...
9m Mar 24, 2022
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S1 Ep1177: What Is Social Media Hacking And What Should You Look Out For
Fraudsters and scammers are always looking for new ways to get their hands on your money, bank details and much more, so what should you look out for and how can you protect yourself? RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is talking with Khatija Nichols from West Midlands Police and today they're discussing social media hacking.   If you think your being targeted by fraudsters, report it to your...
5m Mar 23, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1177: Charity Launches Residential Weekends For Blind And Partially Sighted Kids
The Outlook Trust has announced the dates for it's residential weekends for visually impaired children and young people, aged from 8 to 17 years old. There are lots of fun activities and a chance to meet new, and old, friends. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jeff Davies, from the trust, to find out more. You can get more info from http://www.outlooktrust.org #RNIBConnect Image: ...
4m Mar 23, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1176: Give Yoga a try this weekend!
Fancy giving Yoga a try! Why not try it out with HERU Yoga for the Blind. Ellie's been catching up with Hanna Wroblewski, the founder of HERU to find out more about the benefits of Yoga and how you can get involved in the free taster sessions.  If you'd like to find out more about HERU Yoga for the Blind, or sign up for this Saturday's 10am event, please email Hanna on hello@hannawroblewski.co...
8m Mar 23, 2022
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S1 Ep1175: Joyful Company of Singers: Music for Passiontide with Visually Impaired Musician Kate Risdon, Thursday 31 March 2022 at 7pm
One of Europe’s most prominent chamber choirs, the Joyful Company of Singers, is known for its virtuosity and intensity of spirit as well as for an astoundingly wide repertoire, ranging from the 16th Century to the present day, including many first performances. Formed in 1988 by conductor Peter Broadbent MBE, the choir have had links with the RNIB for a number of years now and many of their c...
8m Mar 23, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1173: Blind Entrepreneur And Adventurer To Host Major Charity Awards
Alongside his ground breaking holiday company, Traveleyes, Amar Latif is becoming a regular face on our televisions. On March 29th 2022, he will turn his talent to hosting the RNIB See Differently Awards, at a glittering event in London. The awards will recognise individuals, teams and businesses that are helping to smash stereotypes, and break down barriers, around sight loss. RNIB Connect ...
7m Mar 22, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1173: Why Is Disabled Students Allowance Failing To Support Disabled Students
Lord Chris Holmes has published a new report on the failings within the Disabled Students Allowance system. The service should help students with disabilities make their journey through Higher Education as accessible as possible but that's not always the case. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Lord Holmes to discuss the report's findings and what recommendations, if put in place, sh...
11m Mar 22, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1172: Meet Galloways new CEO!
Galloways, a charity supporting people with sight loss in the North West have recently appointed their new CEO. Ellie chats with Iain Pearman to discuss the history of the charity, and what the future might look like under his leadership. To find out more about the work Galloways do, please visit their website here: Sight Loss Charity | Galloway's Society for the Blind | Preston (galloways.org...
8m Mar 22, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1174: Activating Enterprise Episode 9 - Penny Melville-Brown
In our Activating Enterprise series here on RNIB Connect Radio, we are finding out how sometimes life changing events can become catalysts for positive change when it comes to career opportunities.  In this episode, ex-royal navy commander Penny Melville-Brown talks starting Disability Dynamics training and consultancy, winning the Holman Prize for Blind Ambition in 2017, and getting ready to ...
11m Mar 21, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1162: Dave Steele World Poetry Day 2022
Read On's Red Szell talks to the Blind Poet, David Steele, for World Poetry Day 2022.
4m Mar 21, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1169: Visionary Update with Sight for Surrey
Every month on RNIB Connect Radio we catch up with Visionary UK, this week Sight for Surrey join Ellie and Amy to discuss their centenary and a very special patron joining them this year. To find out more about Visionary please visit their website here: Welcome to Visionary - Visionary (https://www.visionary.org.uk/) To find out more about Sight for Surrey, please visit their website here: Si...
8m Mar 20, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1168: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 19/03/2022.
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits 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 talks about a new framework for better education for visually impaired children and young people, an update on the Elections Bill, more support for Ukraine and Double Dash is back, so why not get involved? If you, or ...
7m Mar 19, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1171: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, Audio Described 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 audio described theatre reviews. This week, Vidar stepped through the wardrobe into Narnia with the audio described performance of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe at ...
6m Mar 18, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1170: RNIB Cymru Senedd Event
We're slowly getting back to face to face events and RNIB Cymru recently held a special reception for Senedd Members in Cardiff Bay. Hywel Davies went along to find out more.
7m Mar 17, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1167: New Adult Disability Payment Launches In Scotland
If you live in Scotland and are in receipt of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or the adult Disability Living Allowance (DLA) you will shortly be migrated from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to the new Social Security Scotland department. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Ben MacPherson MSP, the Minister responsible for Social Security Scotland, to learn more about the...
7m Mar 17, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1032: RNIB See Differently Awards Are Back!
The RNIB See Differently Awards are almost here!   The awards celebrate exceptional individuals and teams across eight categories and are all about recognising their hard work and dedication towards improving the world for people with sight loss.    And as we near the award ceremony, which will take place Tuesday 29th of March, our Paulina Kuchorew spoke about the impact these awards can ha...
3m Mar 17, 2022
3m
S1 Ep1166: Royal Collection Trust: Online Zoom Audio Described Tours
The Royal Collection Trust looks after the public opening of the Official Residences of The Queen and also cares for the Royal Collection too. When the Covid pandemic hit and many museums, galleries and heritage sites were forced to close their doors to the public the Royal Collection Trust took their regular audio described tours online with descriptive Zoom talks for blind and partially sigh...
5m Mar 17, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1165: Extant: Pathways Theatre Crew and Design Programme - Recruiting for Blind and Partially Sighted People
As a blind or partially sighted person have you ever thought about a career working behind the scenes backstage in theatre as an Assistant Stage Manager, Costume Designer, Lighting Technician, Sound Technician or a Set Designer? Well Extant, the theatre company for visually impaired actors and creatives, are recruiting for the next round in their very successful Pathways programme, this time f...
8m Mar 16, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1163: Hop on one of the VIP Busses!
There are lots of great ways to connect with other people with sight loss. Ellie catches up with the founders of the VIP Busses to find out what they are and how important online connection continues to be as the restrictions lift. To find out more about the VIP Busses and get involved, please contact  vipbus2021@gmail.com or call 07568591655   (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black ...
11m Mar 16, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1164: Sight Loss Stories - Khurrum Majeed
This week on RNIB Connect Radio we are speaking to five blind and partially sighted peope to find out about them, their jouney with sight loss and what keeps them going through the tough times. RNIB Connect Radio's Ellie Marsh spoke to Khurrrum to learn about the support and the barriers he has faced over the last year.  If you'd like more information on RNIB's services, go to www.rnib.org.uk ...
7m Mar 15, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1164: Experience Of Sight Loss - Katie Price
We all have something in common,  blindness and sight loss feature in our lives in some shape or form. Yet, our individual experiences are all quite unique and different. Katie Price is an RNIB volunteer and lost her sight 8 years ago. She shared her story with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. If you would like to find out more about the work of RNIB and the support available visit: RNI...
8m Mar 15, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1161: What Is On Line Shopping Fraud And What Should You Look Out For
Fraudsters and scammers are always looking for new ways to get their hands on your money, bank details and much more, so what should you look out for and how can you protect yourself? RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is talking with Khatija Nichols from West Midlands Police and today they're discussing on line shopping fraud.   If you think your being targeted by fraudsters, report it to yo...
4m Mar 15, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1161: It's Time For Scotland's Most Accessible Census
The national Census has started in Scotland and all households must complete the research. The information gathered will help government, national and local, to plan budgets and services, as well as look at how the population, and it's characteristics, are changing. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Peter Whitehouse to learn more about why it's so important and how this year's Censu...
6m Mar 15, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1160: Activating Enterprise Episode 8 - Mark Pollock
In our Activating Enterprise series here on RNIB Connect Radio, we are finding out how sometimes life changing events can become catalysts for positive change when it comes to career opportunities.  In this episode, Mark Pollock talks about his journey from wanting to work in investment banking to rowing in the Commonwealth Games, becoming an adventurer, starting a leadership consultancy, and ...
10m Mar 14, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1158: RNIB's Double Dash
Every year lots of incredible people take part in all kinds of challenges to raise money for RNIB, including the Double Dash, which this year is being held on the 7th of May in London's Regents Park and virtually around the rest of the UK. Ellie is joined by Bindy Dryer, the events manager for the Double Dash and Tom Norton who will be taking part in this years event, to discuss what it is and ...
8m Mar 13, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1156: Charity Chief Exec's Weekly Customer Update 12/03/2022
Each week RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, who is the CEO of the UK sight loss charity RNIB, to discuss some of the big stories coming from the organisation. This week Matt talks about sending aid to blind and partially sighted Ukrainians, a Westminster event looking at accessible packaging, International Women's Day and a nod to our successful visually impaired...
8m Mar 12, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1159: 'City of Women: London' - Anna Tylor
An alternative map of the London Underground has been created as part of celebrations for International Women's Day. Each station name has been replaced by the names of remarkable women and non-binary people. One of those chosen was RNIB's own Anna Tylor, Hywel Davies spoke to her about the honour.  
6m Mar 11, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1157: That Funny Blind Guy Back On Tour
Jamie MacDonald has many tv and radio strings to his performing bow but there's nothing he likes more than to get out on stage in front of a live audience. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Jamie about his work, using his sight loss as part of his act and where he will be popping up this year. If you'd like to learn more about Jamie, go to http://www.jamiemacdonaldcomedian.com #R...
8m Mar 11, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1156: Sight Loss Doesn't Mean Life Stops
Julieanne Crowthers, from Northern Ireland, lost her sight when she was involved in a car crash, getting caught up in a Police pursuit of another banned driver. Add to this trauma, the pandemic interrupting her rehabilitation and you can imagine the barriers that she had to overcome. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Julieanne to learn about her work to rebuild her life, the courage...
10m Mar 11, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1158: Macular Society March Update
Every month we catch up with the Macular Society to find out about their Macular and Me virtual clinics. To find out more about the Macular and Me Virtual Clinics, you can visit their website here: https://www.macularsociety.org/support/webinars/ (https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/oTEjCV75kclrmNATGvb0u?domain=macularsociety.org/)   (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital lette...
7m Mar 11, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1154: Using lived experience to improve the future!
Amrit started losing her sight aged 5. She speaks to Ellie about what it was like growing up only knowing the medical model and how things changed when she became awear of the social model. After 15 years out of work raising her children, Amrit decided she wanted to use her experience to improve the lives of others and started volunteering. SHe has sense become a role model for young blind and ...
13m Mar 09, 2022
13m
S1 Ep1155: Activating Enterprise Episode 7 - Ronan McGuirk
In our Activating Enterprise series here on RNIB Connect Radio, we are finding out how sometimes life changing events can become catalysts for positive change when it comes to career opportunities.  In this episode, Ronan McGuirk talks about his journey starting in IT, to working with Trinity College Dublin to develop an Irish Language screen reading capability for the NVDA, to working in civi...
10m Mar 09, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1153: Connect Voices Round Up 9 March 2022
Charlotte Jones, RNIB's National Involvement Coordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in. Opportunities highlighted this week included: Do you have Charles Bonnet Syndrome, and would you like to take part in research about it? Two visually impaired clinical psychology masters’ students are looking for visually impaired participants to...
5m Mar 09, 2022
5m
S1 Ep1152: RNIB's New CFVI Framework
A new framework from RNIB hopes to create improved educational outcomes for children and young people with a visual impairment. Hywel Davies has more.
6m Mar 08, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1149: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 05/03/2022
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits 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 talks about items being sent to help visually impaired Ukrainian refugees, an update on the accessible voting campaign, a free book offer for March and a good luck message to the Team GB Paralympians. If you, or someo...
8m Mar 05, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1147: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Birmingham Royal Ballet: Don Quixote, Audio Described 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 audio described theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing the audio described performance of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s production of Don Quixote at the Birmingham Hip...
7m Mar 04, 2022
7m