RNIB 150 Stories - Kirin Saeed
Today it’s the turn of Kirin Saeed. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories) .
1m Aug 21, 2018
1m
Daily Connect Podcast: Monday 20th August
On today's episode we literally hope to throw you out of a plane to raise money for RNIB. Blind fundraiser Imran Aktar tells us about his experience of The Big Jump coming around again this September. Our #HowISee this week details the sight allowed by retinitis pigmentosa and we find out about a new a new radio from the British Wireless For The Blind that will be of particular interest to blin...
36m Aug 20, 2018
36m
RNIB 150 stories - Annette
Today it’s the story of Annette. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories)
2m Aug 20, 2018
2m
RNIB 150 Stories - Stephen Asher
Today it’s the story of Stephen Asher. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories) .
1m Aug 20, 2018
1m
Theatre With Audio Description From MindsEye.
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Arts. They discuss some of the latest, touring, theatre productions with Audio Description for visually impaired patrons. The Audio description describes, via headphones, what's going on, visually, on stage in between the actors dialogue. This month we feature shows including Calendar Girls, the musical, and Boun...
10m Aug 20, 2018
10m
Daily Connect Podcast: Friday 17th August
On today's episode we look back at the campaign to raise awareness of pavement parking by the charity Guide Dogs. We are also in the Forum with RNIB Connect Radio presenters Sandra Gayer and Alan George to talk about pavement parking, accessing the world around us, and why call centres are so annoying! Plus we find out about a new group starting in Edinburgh if you are interested in tandem cycl...
47m Aug 17, 2018
47m
Daily Connect Podcast: Thursday 16th August
On today's episode Steven and Early Edition host Allan Russell go for a walk to highlight the problem of pavement parking. Also Allan joins Sheila Armstrong from the Torch Trust to talk about the latest news and disability issues. There's also a chance to learn how Phil Powell copes with ocular albinism and two blind mums tell us about their experience.
35m Aug 17, 2018
35m
RNIB 150 Stories - Name Changes
Today it’s all about RNIB name changes. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories) .
3m Aug 17, 2018
3m
Change Your World.
How are you? It's a simple question but does it have a simple answer? With our lives becoming busier, we perhaps don't consider our physical or mental health and when we are confronted by frightening changes in our lives or we are taken down rockier roads, how can we deal with this confidently? Change Your World events aim to provide the tools to make positive changes in our lives and improve e...
18m Aug 17, 2018
18m
Can Dangerous Shared Space Areas Be Stopped Or Improved?
For many years charities, like the UK National Federation for the Blind, have been campaigning to have shared surface developments stopped, or reversed, in our town and city centres. The new trend has been highlighted as dangerous for many disabled people to navigate, as well as concerns for the safety of young children as pedestrians and vehicles are made to share the same space with no contro...
8m Aug 16, 2018
8m
Daily Connect Podcast: Wednesday 15th August
On today's episode we meet blind woman Rosa Gomez who wants to thank RNIB for what they've done for her in terms of building her confidence to allow her to take the step to stand for local council office. We also talk about the opportunitues in visually impaired sports following the announcment of a few taster days being run by British Blind Sport. There's also a chance to catch up with Nicki K...
34m Aug 15, 2018
34m
RNIB 150 Stories - Claire Lawrence
Today it’s the story of Claire Lawrence. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories) .
1m Aug 15, 2018
1m
How Easy Is It To Safely Navigate A Shared Space?
RNIB has launched a new video to highlight the dangers of walking around Shared Space areas in our towns and cities, when you are blind or partially sighted. Westminster has halted all future plans to further investigate ways to make these projects safer for all, and you can get involved. RNIB Connect Radio's Steven Scott spoke to Sandy Taylor who is involved in helping create new guidelines fo...
7m Aug 15, 2018
7m
'Play Your Part' and Quick Polls - 14th August
News of upcoming opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved and influence decision making, within the UK's leading sight loss charity. This week RNIB's Natalie Swiderska talks about different ways you can get involved, the latest Quick Poll and a very special survey that will give you even more scope for letting your thoughts known. For more information on how to get...
11m Aug 14, 2018
11m
Daily Connect Podcast: Tuesday 14th August
On today's episode kids from Belfast take over the studio in this week's Connect Conversation and we hear a listeners view on pavement parking, as we continue to highlight the campaigns currently running to bring attention to the issue. RNIB are launching their new campaign video too and we hear about what they hope to do about shared spaces. We also discover the power of the Purple Pound and p...
45m Aug 14, 2018
45m
Daily Connect Podcast: Monday 13th August
On today's episode we hear a plea from a blind woman who wants to start an online book group. We also begin a new conversation on pavement parking around the UK and the ongoing campaigns against it. Our Paws For Thought this week introduces us to Guide Dog Millie who has just begun her career. How I See let's us see through the eyes of a sufferer of Ocular Albinism and there's an explanation of...
22m Aug 14, 2018
22m
Is Shopping Online Easy When You're Blind?
Connect member Paul Quigley gives his honest thoughts on online shopping. Is it accessible for visually impaired people, what are your rights, and how to deal with a faulty order? Paul is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley. If you’d like to find out more about Paul and his music visit: www.theoriginalhellsbelles.wordpress.com (https://theoriginalhellsbelles.wordpress.com/)
12m Aug 14, 2018
12m
RNIB 150 Stories - Matthew Rowcliffe
Today it’s the story of Mathew Rowcliffe. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories.
1m Aug 14, 2018
1m
Shared Space Projects Are Dangerous, Why?
For many years now, sight loss charities have been campaigning against the implementation and construction of shared space projects in our town and city centres. When pedestrians and vehicles are forced to share the same surface, with no controlled crossings, there is a greater risk of accidents occurring, especially to those with sensory impairments or very young children. RNIB Connect Radio...
7m Aug 14, 2018
7m
Leicester Mela 2018 - Leicester’s Vibrant Cultural Festival
This coming Sunday 19th of August, Leicester will once again get a chance to experience its annual cultural festival, the Leicester Mela. Running since 1982, this vibrant festival brings together the best of Asian culture and is free to attend and open to all. This year RNIB will have their own stand at the festival in hopes of raising awareness about regular eye checks and talking to us abou...
10m Aug 13, 2018
10m
RNIB 150 Stories - Andrea Begley
Today it’s the story of Andrea Begley If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories) .
1m Aug 13, 2018
1m
RNIB 150 Stories - Richard Bass
Today it’s the story of Richard Bass. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories) .
1m Aug 13, 2018
1m
RNIB 150 Stories - Holly
Today it’s the story of Holly. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/150-stories) .
1m Aug 13, 2018
1m
Daily Connect Podcast: Friday 10th August
On today's episode we find out about a new charity that has just been launched in the south west of England for visually impaired people. We also continue our conversation on shared spaces schemes around the UK and the ongoing campaigns against them. Our Forum this week includes topics on admitting your sight loss to the public and how do you cope with being ignored in public when people talk t...
47m Aug 10, 2018
47m
My Sight Loss Condition Wasn't Diagnosed For More Than Thirty Years
RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell talks to Paul Norton, who despite being born with multiple conditions, all linked to his eyes, remained undiagnosed until he was an adult. This led to Paul having many problems with people and his surroundings… This is his story.
17m Aug 10, 2018
17m
RNIB 150 Stories - Laura Cartmill
Today it’s the story of Laura Cartmill. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
2m Aug 10, 2018
2m
Sight Loss Charity Plans Week of Action
Pavement parking can be dangerous to pedestrians who have to walk onto the road, sometimes busy ones, to navigate their way around vehicles. This is not only a worry for visually impaired people, but also for those with mobility issues, deaf people and even those with prams. The charity Guide Dogs has been campaigning for a change in the law to keep our pathways clear of vehicles but has now ...
12m Aug 10, 2018
12m
Sporty Taster Days For Visually Impaired People.
British Blind Sport is a charity which promotes and encourages blind and partially sighted people to get involved in sporting activities, as well as working with sports facilities, and coaches, to make activities accessible and inclusive. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Logan Gray, from BBS, to hear about some forthcoming, free, Have A Go Days, and how they are collaborating with t...
10m Aug 10, 2018
10m
Sight Loss Charity Plans A Week Of Action.
Pavement parking can be dangerous to pedestrians who have to walk onto the road, sometimes busy ones, to navigate their way around vehicles. This is not only a worry for visually impaired people, but also for those with mobility issues, deaf people and even those with prams. The charity Guide Dogs has been campaigning for a change in the law to keep our pathways clear of vehicles but has now ...
12m Aug 10, 2018
12m
Daily Connect Podcast: Thursday 9th August 2018
On today's episode we hear more about shared spaces with campaigner Sarah Gayton. Also Kirsty James tells tells us about living with Startgarts and Charles Bonnet Syndrome. Also we hear about our society of the week which is Macular Society and our panel discuss the week's news. #RNIBConnect #TheDailyConnect
48m Aug 09, 2018
48m
Laura Cluxton: My Sight Loss Story
RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell talks to Paralympian Laura Cluxton about her volunteering roles, training for Tokyo 2020 and also taking part in RNIB's public speraking course.
11m Aug 09, 2018
11m
RNIB 150 Stories - Paul Bryce
Today it’s the story of Paul Bryce. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
2m Aug 09, 2018
2m
Daily Connect Podcast: Wednesday 8th August 2018
On today's episode we meet Lynn Holdsworth again as part of our Paws for Thought feature. Last time we met Lynn she had just trained her own guide dog as she could not wait for the charity Guide Dogs any longer. Now as her self-trained dog faces retirement Lynn faces a difficult decision - join the waiting list or train her own dog again? Also we meet Takashi who tells us how his love of loud n...
30m Aug 08, 2018
30m
RNIB 150 Stories - Mark Godfrey
Today it’s the story of Mark Godfrey. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
2m Aug 08, 2018
2m
Shared Space Projects Are Dangerous, Why?
For many years now, sight loss charities have been campaigning against the implementation and construction of shared space projects in our town and city centres. When pedestrians and vehicles are forced to share the same surface, with no controlled crossings, there is a greater risk of accidents occurring, especially to those with sensory impairments or very young children. RNIB Connect Radio...
7m Aug 08, 2018
7m
Daily Connect Podcast: Tuesday 7th August 2018
On today's episode we talk about Shared Spaces with campaigner Sandy Taylor who explains that while the UK Government has agreed to halt any further shared space schemes, the Scottish Government have not and he tells us the fight goes on. Our Society of the Week is the Macular Society and Tech Talker Shaun Preece joins us to explain how to record audio using your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TheDailyC...
28m Aug 07, 2018
28m
RNIB 150 Stories - Shadeen Rose
Today it’s the story of Shadeen Rose. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
2m Aug 07, 2018
2m
'Technology For Life' Team Is Expanding
‘Technology for Life' team's Mark Evans brings us the latest accessible news. This week Mark reveals the recent changes that underwent across the team and why we should be excited for what’s to come. Mark is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley. If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Li...
10m Aug 07, 2018
10m
Open House Weekend With Audio Description.
This year's Open Doors London gives members of the public a chance to get into buildings, they usually don't get the chance to see. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to Toby Davey from audio description providers, VocalEyes, to learn how the architecture and contents of some of the iconic buildings will be accessible to visually impaired visitors... #RNIBConnect
10m Aug 07, 2018
10m
Daily Connect Podcast: Monday 6th August 2018
On today's episode we find out about a new book in the RNIB Talking Book library that will be of particular interest to blind and partially sighted people. It's called the Rules of Seeing and is written by Joe Heap and follows Nova who is blind since birth but regains her sight later in life but not all goes to plan. We hear from our book group on the topic and you are welcome to share your tho...
28m Aug 06, 2018
28m
“Dear RNIB, Thank you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart…”
With these words, a young student of Health and Social Care at Nottingham Trent University, sent her thanks to RNIB, a charity supporting people with sight loss. Ella Shipley, who lives with Cerebral Palsy as well as visual impairment, has never allowed these conditions stop her from achieving her dreams. Thanks to her unwavering determination and a little bit of support from RNIB, Ella is no...
11m Aug 06, 2018
11m
RNIB 150 Stories - Anthony Pinkham
Today it’s the story of Anthony Pinkham. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
2m Aug 06, 2018
2m
RNIB 150 Stories - Sarah Leadbetter
Today it’s the story of Sarah Leadbetter. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
1m Aug 06, 2018
1m
RNIB 150 Stories - Queen Victoria
Today it’s the story of how Queen Victoria became RNIB’s first Patron. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150storie (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) s.
2m Aug 06, 2018
2m
Daily Connect Podcast: Friday 3rd August 2018
On today's episode The Forum discussion panel is back talking about inappropriate touching, grabbing and pulling of blind people by the public, why they aren't interested in sports and how some people are getting free copies of Jaws! Also we find out how Sooty can help you to raise money for RNIB, and producer Kris has Something for the Weekend. It's the ultimate guide to what's on this weekend...
44m Aug 03, 2018
44m
Edinburgh Festival Disabled Person's Guide
Are you heading to Edinburgh this weekend for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival? Hoping to catch a show or just enjoy the delights of the event? Have you considered what you might need to do in advance if you need audio description or need some assistance during your visit? Thankfully disability charity Euan's Guide has come up, with a handy guide that they have very kindly offered to us to share ...
3m Aug 03, 2018
3m
RNIB 150 Stories - Georgie Morrell
Today it’s the story of Georgie Morrell. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
1m Aug 03, 2018
1m
Surprise News Around Shared Space Campaign.
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell catches up with Costa Asprew from RNIB's Campaigns team. They discuss the current hot topics and this months has a surprise from the Department For Transport. A pause has been called on rolling out shared space, or shared surface, developments in our towns and cities, due to safety concerns, Hugh Huddy joins us to discuss. There's also news on ed...
15m Aug 03, 2018
15m
Daily Connect Podcast: Thursday 2nd August 2018
On this episode we get reaction to the Government's announcement that they are stopping shared space schemes. A campaigner who has been fighting against these schemes for many years shares her thoughts. We also get opinion on the week's news in the blind world with a member of Torch Trust and a former Chair of RNIB Scotland. Nicki Kelly from Birmingham joins us to share how she sees with her ey...
48m Aug 02, 2018
48m
RNIB 150 Stories - Vicky Todd
Today it’s the story of Vicky Todd. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please complete the submission for at www.rnib.org.uk/150stories (https://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/rnib-150/your-stories) .
1m Aug 02, 2018
1m