Blind Singer Becomes RNIB Connector
Sarah Caltieri is a blind singer and actress and has become an RNIB Connector. Find out more about what that means and how you could get involved also. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
9m Jun 05, 2017
9m
New Podcast For Blind People In Northern Ireland
If you live in Northern Ireland, the team at RNIB have a new podcast for you. Previously called Sound Vision Online, the new Craic On! Podcast aims to provide blind and partially sighted people with the opportunity to talk about issues around sight loss locally. One of the hosts, Joe Kenny, spoke to Steven Scott about the new podcast. #TheWeeklyConnect #RNIBConnect
9m Jun 05, 2017
9m
World's First Fashion Model With Albinism
Connie Chiu is the world's first fashion model with albinism. She's been speaking to RNIB Connect Radio's Gary Moritz. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
16m Jun 05, 2017
16m
Episode #032: National Volunteers week, Who should you vote for, Craic On podcast, Worlds first fashion model with albinism
On this week's show, Steven finds out about the importance of volunteering with RNIB Community Facilitators Danielle and Natasha, plus Joe Kenny from RNIB Northern Ireland talks about the brand new podcast for blind and partially sighted people. There's also an interview with the world's first fashion model with albinism, and we meet another RNIB Connector - this time it's blind singer and actr...
58m Jun 05, 2017
58m
Episode #031: Bank Holiday Special
On this week's show, Steven Scott presents some of the best bits from The Weekly Connect from the past few weeks. Join the conversation - theweeklyconnect@rnib.org.uk #TheWeeklyConnect #RNIBConnect
58m Jun 01, 2017
58m
Blind Woman Wins Landmark Ruling On Shared Spaces
A blind woman has won a landmark legal challenge over the height of kerbs in a multi-million pound regeneration scheme in Lisburn, Northern Ireland. Joanna Toner secured a ruling that the council overseeing the city centre project breached its legal duty to ensure equality for disabled people. She said the lower kerbs were "dangerous" as she could not tell where the pavement ended and the road ...
21m May 22, 2017
21m
Chris' Route To Employment
Getting into employment is a major hurdle for people with visual impairments. The process of applying and employer attitudes are big factors in blind or partially sighted people not getting an interview, never mind an offer. However, projects from RNIB have been successful in securing opportunities for us to show our skills and prove ourselves to employers. Chris is one such recipient of this k...
17m May 22, 2017
17m
Assistance App Launched In Coventry
Steven speaks to Don Hyams from Assist Me, a new app that helps those of us with disabilities to book assistance for travel. It's currently a pilot scheme but has big ambitions. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
10m May 22, 2017
10m
Society of the Week: Sight Cymru
Established in 1865, Sight Support became Sight Cymru. With its head office in Pontypool, Sight Cymru prides itself on being the only entirely Welsh sight loss agency that provides services throughout Wales. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
7m May 22, 2017
7m
Episode #030: Shared space ruling in Northern Ireland, Employment, Assist Me app
Our big story is all about that landmark ruling in Northern Ireland where blind woman Joanna Toner won a major legal challenge over the height of kerbs in a multi-million pound regeneration scheme in her home town of Lisburn. Also if you are interested in getting into employment, you might want to listen to Chris Dewar's story as he talks about how RNIB in Scotland helped him get a job. And we ...
58m May 22, 2017
58m
Peter Seaman on Blind Veterans UK
Listener Peter Seaman grabbed our microphone to tell us why he is so fond of the national charity Blind Veterans UK. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
14m May 16, 2017
14m
Optimeyes Project: Swimming Group Success
The Optimeyes Project is a lottery funded venture that encourages blind and partially sighted people to take up new challenges and experiences. Listen to Sally and Pat talk about their local swimming group that's got them out of the house. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
7m May 16, 2017
7m
Finding Your Feet Courses from RNIB
If you are wondering what is out there for blind and partially sighted people, especially if you have recently lost your vision, why not take part in RNIB's Finding Your Feet course. Bernie Reddingtons explains how they work with Sofia Asif. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
6m May 16, 2017
6m
Becoming An RNIB Connector
If you've heard about the volunteer role of RNIB Connector and would like to learn more about it, then listen to Katherine's story of how she got involved. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
7m May 16, 2017
7m
Are You Into Astronomy?
If you are fascinated by the universe around us and would like to talk to other like minded people, then Liz Frankland might just be able to help. She is keen to develop a phone group to discuss the universe and all it offers. Contact #TheWeeklyConnect to get in touch with Liz by emailing theweeklyconnect@rnib.org.uk. #RNIBConnect
10m May 16, 2017
10m
Episode #029: Astronomy, Blind Veterans UK, Dorset Blind Association, Finding your feet
In the latest episode join Steven as he meets Liz Frankland to talk about an astronomy group she is keen to set up. Also there's a chance to find about Finding Your Feet courses from RNIB, and there's an interview with Peter Seaman about why he is so fond of Blind Veterans UK. Plus our Society of the Week is Dorset Blind Associaton. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
58m May 16, 2017
58m
Rock Climbing with Red Szell
Despite being an accomplished author and a broadcaster on RNIB Connect Radio, Red Szell loves rock climbing and thought he would take our reporter Leeanne Coyle on a trip to his local climbing centre to show her how it's done. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
16m May 08, 2017
16m
Chris Downey: Being A Blind Architect
After losing all of his vision in 2008, Chris Downey faced many challenges. He talks to #TheWeeklyConnect about how his sight loss affected his life, his family and his career as an architect. #RNIBConnect
23m May 08, 2017
23m
Episode #028: Being a blind architect, Rock climbing with Red, Amber Trust
And we are back! We've been away for a couple of weeks thanks to all these lovely Bank Holidays but it's back to business this week. We meet Chris Downey who tells us about how his sight loss affected his life, family and career. Plus we hear from Read On Air presenter Red Szell about his love of rock climbing. And if that's not enough our Society of the Week is the Amber Trust, which helps bli...
58m May 08, 2017
58m
Connect Around The Country
We speak to Community Facilitators Natasha Marsay and Sophie Fox to discuss what's happening with #RNIBConnect around the country. This week we visit Hull and Bristol. #TheWeeklyConnect
8m Apr 11, 2017
8m
VIP Project
Are you interested in getting involved in songwriting? Our reporter Leeanne Coyle reports on the VIP Project based in London aiming to help blind and partially sighted people get into music. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
22m Apr 11, 2017
22m
April Foolishness!
The start of April is always known as the silly season for crazy and funny stories that just can't be true. This week we hear from blind and partially sighted people who tell us their stories of foolishness - things they have done due to their blindness - in an attempt to make others feel less foolish! #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
9m Apr 04, 2017
9m
Work Experience: Kevin Satizabal's Story
Following an interview by telephone, Kevin Satizibal was offered a second interview face-to-face. However, when he mentioned he was blind he never got a call back. Kevin tells his story to Steven Scott. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
12m Apr 04, 2017
12m
Opportunities For Disabled People At The BBC
The BBC's World Service is looking to employ disabled people for their various language services that they offer. Steven Scott spoke to Sarah Gibson and Toby Mildon from the BBC to find out more. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
13m Apr 04, 2017
13m
Episode #026: Foolishness, Finding a job, Connecting with people in Northern Ireland
This week we hear from Suzanne Devit who lost her sight quite dramatically but is now trying to rebuild her life by connecting with other blind and partially sighted people. We also find out about one man's challenge of finding a job while we learn about new opportunities at the BBC. And we ask you to tell us about your foolishness - the silly things we've all done as blind or partially sighted...
58m Apr 04, 2017
58m
Episode #025: Paralympic ambitions, Reading choices, Blind orchestra
The programme hears from blind international dressage rider, singer/songwriter and author Verity Smith about her life-long love affair with riding, her Paralympic ambitions and the challenge of a guide dog who likes to roll in the dirt. Mark McCree, Senior Manager Libraries and Heritage, shares an exciting nomination for the RNIB Library and we meet Freddie Cannell, the 12 year old who has rais...
58m Mar 27, 2017
58m
An Auction With A Difference
This week we meet Freddie Cannell, the 12 year old who has raised thousands for Guide Dogs and who is hosting an art auction in Sheffield. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
7m Mar 27, 2017
7m
Talking Books with Mark McCree
Mark McCree, Senior Manager Libraries and Heritage at RNIB, shares an exciting nomination for the RNIB Talking Books library. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
11m Mar 27, 2017
11m
RNIB Connect's Windemere Manor Weekend
Find out about the latest RNIB Connect event held at the Windemere Manor Hotel in the Lake District. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
19m Mar 27, 2017
19m
Interview: Verity Smith
Sofia Asif talks to blind international dressage rider, singer/songwriter and author Verity Smith about her life-long love affair with riding, her Paralympic ambitions and the challenge of a guide dog who likes to roll in the dirt. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
12m Mar 27, 2017
12m
Comment: Eye Clinics
Daniel Williams shares his view on the experience he has had visiting eye clinics despite him having an incurable and untreatable eye condition. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
5m Mar 20, 2017
5m
RNIB In Your Pocket
In our special report, Steven Scott finds out about the new device from RNIB that lets you access newspapers and magazines in audio just by talking to it. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
14m Mar 20, 2017
14m
Passenger Assistance
Hussein Patwa and Amanda Burt join Steven in the studio for a chat on their experiences of passenger assistance on trains and planes. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
14m Mar 20, 2017
14m
Episode #024: Future of RNIB, Passenger assistance, Eye clinics, RNIB in your pocket
This week we hear from two RNIB members on the future of the organisation. Hussein and Amanda join us to talk about their experiences of passenger assistance, and Daniel gets in touch to share his views on visiting the eye clinic. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
58m Mar 20, 2017
58m
Getting Into Employment: Alex Mackie's Story
After deciding what career she wanted to pursue, Alex Mackie chose to go it alone and become self-employed. She explains to Sofia Asif why she decided to do that. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
16m Mar 06, 2017
16m
State of the Roads: Julie Bennett's Story
Following a horrific experience while she was out with her guide dog due to unexpected roadworks near where she stayed, Julie Bennett ended up receiving an unexpected positive experience from an unlikely place. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
6m Mar 06, 2017
6m
Moorfields Eye Hospital Survey
The team at Moorfields Eye Hospital are looking for your help! They want your advice on how they shape their services for the next five years. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
11m Mar 06, 2017
11m
Episode #023: Moorfields Survey, Change at RNIB, Road safety
This week Moorfields Eye Hospital in London asks for your help, while we hear about changes from RNIB that we want your thoughts on. Plus there's a positive story from Julie Bennett after she struggled to find her way due to local construction works, and Alex Mackie talks about being blind and self-employed. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
58m Mar 06, 2017
58m
Eastenders Sight Loss Storyline: Your Comments For Dot
Following the news that Dot in Eastenders will have to give up driving due to her worsening eye condition, our listeners share their advice. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
3m Feb 27, 2017
3m
Society Of The Week: VISTA
Find out about the largest local charity in the UK - VISTA. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
10m Feb 27, 2017
10m
Being Blind And Gay: Ross Wilcock's Story
Following last week's chat with a gay couple, Ross Wilcock got in touch to tell us his story about being gay and living with sight loss. Steven sat down for a coffee with Ross to find out more. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
16m Feb 27, 2017
16m
The Stockport Discussion
Our Community Reporter Danielle Colcombe met up with a group of blind and partially sighted people to discuss the issues they were keen to talk about including street furniture and shopping. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
23m Feb 27, 2017
23m
Episode #022: A Chat In Stockport, Being blind and gay, VISTA Society
This week we visit Stockport where our round table discuss shopping, getting around and attitudes towards people with sight problems. We also meet Ross Wilcock who tells us about his experiences growing up as a blind and gay man, and our Society of the Week is the largest local charity in the UK. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
58m Feb 27, 2017
58m
Blind Dating: Comment
Listen to one of our listeners views on blind dating. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
4m Feb 20, 2017
4m
Technology: Recording Using The Micro Speak
If you've ever wanted to record your thoughts and send them into #TheWeeklyConnect you will need some form of a recording device. Listener Julie Rodaway got in touch to share her thoughts on her latest purchase. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
5m Feb 20, 2017
5m
Comment: Audio Description
The topic of audio description and it's availability on TV-on-demand services has highlighted how important the service is for blind and partially sighted people. Listen to Davinder's view #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
9m Feb 20, 2017
9m
Episode #021: Blind dating, First blind rapper, Recording on the cheap
This week we continue our conversation on blind dating and we speak to a blind gay couple who met when their guide dogs fell in love! Also we meet the world's first blind rapper and one of our listeners tells us how we can record our thoughts and stories on the cheap. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
58m Feb 20, 2017
58m
A New Group For Blind People In Lancashire
Find out about a new group set up by and for blind and partially sighted people in Chorley, Lancashire. Our Community Reporter Danielle Colcombe found out more this week. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
5m Feb 13, 2017
5m
The VIP Project
Find out how you can get involved in a new music project called The VIP Project. It's run by blind musician Nicki Kelly who spoke to our producer Sofia Asif this week. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
9m Feb 13, 2017
9m
Comment: The State of our Roads
Listener Carole Holmes got in touch to tell us about the state of the roads in her local area of Blackpool. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect
5m Feb 13, 2017
5m