S2 Ep429: Live Audio Description For Six Nations Rugby Is A Game Changer
For the 2024 6 Nations Rugby, ITV1 tested out live audio description, for 2 matches, for it's blind and partially sighted customers. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to David Padmore and Matt Simpson, From ITV, to find out what was involved in delivering the service and what customers feedback, on the trial, was like. #RNIBConnect Image shows ITV Sport logo. A white square with 'itv'...
10m Mar 21, 2024
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S2 Ep365: Blind Baseball Swings Into South Wales
If you’ve ever fancied trying your hand at blind baseball then two events in South Wales this weekend could be a real home run, as Hywel Davies has been finding out. For more information, visit the Blind Baseball Cymru website - Blind Baseball Cymru – Providers of Blind Baseball in Wales (wordpress.com) (https://blindbaseballwales.wordpress.com/) Image: Blind Baseball Cymru logo, a welsh drago...
7m Mar 14, 2024
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S2 Ep364: Partnering To Make Leisure Accessible And Inclusive
British Blind Sport are a charity which aims to make activities and leisure as accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted people. Their Workforce training programme shows providers how to make their facilities accessible and delivers training to help staff support visually impaired customers. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Frankie Rohan, from BBS, and Rob Clark, from ...
10m Mar 04, 2024
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S2 Ep363: Changing The Game When It Comes To Watching Live Sport
Have you heard of Action Audio? A world first, this system is a game-changer for watching live sports like tennis or basketball by improving accessibility of the broadcast for people living with blindness or low vision. Our Paulina spoke with Tim Devine, Executive Director of Innovation at AKQA, to find out more about Action Audio and their plans for 2024. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo...
9m Feb 26, 2024
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S2 Ep362: RNC Hereford To Host Next Round Of European Blind Football League
There’s a whole day of fun and football on the cards as the Royal National College For The Blind in Hereford prepares to host the next round of fixtures in the European Blind Football League. Hywel Davies has been hearing from RNC’s Head Coach Adam Bendall ahead of the upcoming games. For more information and how to book tickets, visit the RNC website - European Blind Football League Tournamen...
7m Feb 22, 2024
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S2 Ep361: Try VI Rugby With The Change Foundation
The Change Foundation are giving people in and around Manchester the chance to try VI Rugby this weekend. Hywel Davies has been finding out what it’s like to take to the pitch.
5m Feb 20, 2024
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S2 Ep360: Jake Heasman Brighton and Hove Albion Partially Sighted Footballer
Time to head to the football pitch as our David Hogg catches up with Brighton and Hove Albion’s Jake Heasman.
4m Feb 19, 2024
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S2 Ep352: More Medals for Most Decorated Winter Paralympian Menna Fitzpatrick MBE and Her Guide Skier Katie Guest
Menna Fitzpatrick MBE and her Guide Skier Katie Guest got the Para Alpine season off to an excellent start in December with a silver followed by a gold in the St. Moritz Downhill World Cup in Switzerland and have just come back from Spain with even more medals with Bronze medals in both the World Cup Giant Slalom and Super G followed with Gold and Silver in the FIS Super G competitions. In a b...
11m Feb 15, 2024
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S2 Ep345: Get Your Kids Into VI Football
If the recent performances of the England para football sides have inspired the young people in your life, then the children’s charity VICTA have an upcoming event to help get them started.
4m Feb 10, 2024
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S2 Ep227: What's It Like Going To A Have A Go Day?
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Our Paulina went along to capture all the action and also had a chance to speak to some very adorable attendees. Image shows British...
11m Feb 02, 2024
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S2 Ep226: Glasgow Have A Go Day - Tennis
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was tennis. Image shows a large group of participants playing with audible tennis balls as they learn...
5m Jan 31, 2024
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S2 Ep225: Glasgow Have A Go Day - Goalball
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was Goalball. Find Glasgow Goalball on twitter/X on Facebook, or get in touch via email: glasgowgoalb...
5m Jan 31, 2024
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S2 Ep224: Blind Football Fan Scores Support
A visually impaired football fan has recently had his match-day experience improved thanks to support received from his local RNIB ECLO (Eye Care Liaison Officer) Bruce Wilson, who has macular degeneration, feared he may have to give up going to football matches due to his diminishing eye sight. That was until RNIB ECLO Roslyn Munro stepped in and spoke with Ross County on Bruce's behalf. The...
9m Jan 30, 2024
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S2 Ep223: Glasgow Have A Go Day - Judo
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was judo. Image shows a group of participants learning judo techniques on the mat from a male coach i...
9m Jan 30, 2024
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S2 Ep222: Chatting With Blind Ice Hockey UK
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Whilst there we spoke with Nathan and Hilary from Blind Ice Hockey UK about their club and aspirations for 2024. Image shows Blind I...
6m Jan 30, 2024
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S2 Ep221: Working Together To Highlight Local Sports & Activities
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Whilst there, we spoke with Lynne Glen Head of Development at Scottish Disability Sport and Ian Isham, Head of Sport Development at B...
7m Jan 30, 2024
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S2 Ep220: Glasgow Have A Go Day - Curling
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was Curling. Image: A female participant trying out curling with fellow participants in the backgroun...
7m Jan 30, 2024
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S2 Ep219: Speaking With VI Judoka Kirsten Taylor
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Our Paulina was there and spoke with VI Judoka Kirsten Taylor who was there hoping to inspire others into the sport. Image shows Kir...
4m Jan 30, 2024
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219: Have A Go With British Blind Sport
Barry Snell chats to British Blind Sport's participation officer Vicky Cook, to learn more about an upcoming 'Have A Go day' where members of the public are invited to try out various blind sports. The event is due to take place at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow on Saturday 27th January between 10am - 3pm. Learn more about British Blind Sport and the service they provide. (https://britishblinds...
5m Jan 10, 2024
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S2 Ep218: Opportunity For Blind And Partially Sighted People To Try Curling
The ice based sport of curling is becoming more popular among blind and partially sighted people, with teams being set up around the globe. In Scotland, Scottish Disability Golf and Curling provide free tuition and an opportunity to play for fun or in competitions. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell went along to an open day to find out why it's so popular. If you'd like more info, go to www...
7m Jan 09, 2024
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S2 Ep217: Goalball GB Head To IBSA European Championships
After an injury at the IBSA World Games this summer, Goalball GB’s Dan Roper is back in the starting line-up and ready for action at December’s European Championships. Hywel Davies heard about his journey back to fitness and hopes for the tournament. You can watch all of the action from the IBSA Goalball European Championships here - International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) - YouTube (http...
7m Dec 07, 2023
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S2 Ep216: RNIB Launches Accessible Stadium Guide
UK sight loss charity RNIB has launched a new Accessible Stadium Guide to help football clubs make their stadiums more accessible for anyone who is blind or partially sighted. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to David McArdle, Director of Equality Diversity and Inclusion for the English Football League. If you’d like more info on the guide, go to http://www.rnib.org.uk or call the Hel...
10m Nov 30, 2023
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S2 Ep215: Accessible Game Changer For Blind And Partially Sighted Football Fans
UK sight loss charity RNIB has launched a new Accessible Stadium Guide to help football clubs make their stadiums more accessible for anyone who is blind or partially sighted. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Gareth Davies, From RNIB, to hear more about the work. If you’d like more info on the guide, go to http://www.rnib.org.uk or call the Helpline on 0303 123 9999. #RNIBConnect ...
6m Nov 30, 2023
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S2 Ep214: Natassia Leefe - Running A Marathon For The First Time
Running a marathon can be a great way to not just challenge yourself but also boost your confidence. In 2023, Natassia joined Team RNIB to run in the London Marathon, guided by her brother Max. She spoke with Happy Hour's Paulina about her experience. Listen to the Happy Hour Mondays at 1 pm, repeated Thursdays at 6 pm and Sundays at 10 am. Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Annive...
15m Nov 27, 2023
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S2 Ep213: Dance Westminster Competition by Step Change Studios
Step Change Studios held their own strictly-style dance competition in Westminster, where 10 disabled dancers took to the stage with a professional. Amelia talked to Rashmi Becker MBE to learn more. Learn more about Step Change Studios by visiting their website www.stepchangestudios.com (https://www.stepchangestudios.com/) Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo
9m Nov 08, 2023
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S2 Ep114: Blind Baseball Open Day Comes To Cardiff
If you’re looking for a fun new way to get active in South Wales then Blind Baseball could be the answer. You can even try it for yourself at an upcoming open day in Cardiff, as Hywel Davies has been finding out. Visit the Channel View Leisure Centre, Jim Driscoll Way, Cardiff CF11 7HB on Tuesday the 14th of November from 11am-1pm. For more information, you can visit Blind Baseball Cymru on X...
7m Nov 07, 2023
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S2 Ep113: Becoming The World's Number 1 VI Tennis Player
2023 has been quite the year for visually impaired tennis star Naqi Rizvi, who is now the World number one blind tennis player. He’s been sharing his incredible story with RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell Click here to learn more about visually impaired tennis and other blind sports (http://metroblindsport.org) {Image shows, A bold pink 5 lane running track, white lines divide the lanes as t...
8m Nov 03, 2023
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S2 Ep111: Disability Sporting Charity Celebrates 20 year Milestone
Scottish Disability Golf and Curling is celebrating it’s 20th anniversary. The organisation helps people with all kinds of disabilities take part in golf and curling, from experienced players to complete beginners. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales to learn more about the charity’s beginnings and its growth. If you’d like to learn more about SDGC, go to https://www.scotti...
9m Oct 20, 2023
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111: Who Are The Rex Blind Party?
Rex Blind Party provide audio description at football games throughout Scotland, Barry Snell caught up with their secretary Billy Owen to find out more about the service they provide to blind and partially sighted football fans. Click here to find out more about Rex Blind Party (http://rexblindparties.com/) Image Shows, A Bold Pink 5 Lane Running Track, White Lines Divide the Lanes as They Di...
7m Oct 10, 2023
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S1 Ep1534: Let's Get Active in York 2023
On November 3rd, Sight Loss Councils are running Let’s Get Active in York to help blind and partially sighted people in the area get involved in sport and activities. David Hogg finds out more…
5m Oct 10, 2023
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S2 Ep110: Becoming VI Judo Champion
Barry Snell chats to RNIB's Collette Kerr who recently became a VI judo champion after success at the British Open Adaptive and Visually Impaired Judo Championships which were held in Wales.. Collette talks about what inspired to take up the sport and also about it's many physical and mental benefits and also about blind and partially sighted people should give it a try for themselves. Image ...
9m Oct 02, 2023
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S2 Ep109: Scott Cunningham MBE to become GB Ultra Events first-ever blind runner
Barry Snell talks to charity fundraiser Scott Cunningham MBE, who is set to take on his biggest challenge yet the G2E Ultra 56' which is a gruelling 56 mile run from Glasgow to Edinburgh. The event takes place on the 7th October and Scott, who recently bounced back from a massive heart attack, can't wait for it to start. If you would like to support Scott, or to find out more, please click on...
5m Oct 02, 2023
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S2 Ep112: Blind Golf B2 Champion Stuart Hutcheson
Let’s go to the golf course now for an update from England and Wales Blind Golf. Amelia talked to B2 champion Stuart and his Caddy, guide and brother-in-law John about their love of the sport. Go to ewblindgolf.co.uk (https://ewblindgolf.co.uk/) to learn more about EWBG and see their fixture list. You can also email enquiries.blindgolf@gmail.com Image: England and Wales Blind Golf logo featur...
9m Oct 02, 2023
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S2 Ep108: Charity Funding Golf Lessons For Blind And Partially Sighted People
The Scottish Disability Golf and Curling charity is dedicated to providing blind and partially sighted people with the opportunity to try golf, no matter what your experience. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales, From SDGC, to learn more about the game, it’s social side and how you can grow your participation to compete in global competitions. If you would like to find out m...
9m Sep 26, 2023
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S2 Ep107: I Love The Sporting Challenge And Meeting New Friends
Laura Whittaker had to give up sport when her sight and hearing began to deteriorate. However, with the help of her local tandem club, she began to love sport and all the benefits of being active with different groups of people. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Laura to find out what she loves about sport and what she loves about her new activity, Triathlon. If you’d like more inf...
6m Sep 26, 2023
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S2 Ep106: Fancy Trying A Triathlon
Laura Whittaker loved sport but found it difficult to participate in many of her favourites, after being diagnosed with sight and hearing loss. After joining a tandem cycling club, she then took the leap into the world of Triathlon. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Laura about her sporting passion and why she thinks more blind and partially sighted people should take up a sport. I...
6m Sep 22, 2023
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S2 Ep105: Blind Baseball Festival Heads To Cardiff
Blind baseball is a popular sport around the UK. Cardiff will become the latest city to host a Blind Baseball Festival later this month, as Hywel Davies found out. Image shows Blind Baseball Cymru Logo of the Welsh dragon and a baseball on top of two crossed baseball bats.
7m Sep 05, 2023
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S2 Ep104: RNIB's Martin Wingfield On IBSA Success
Now that the 2023 IBSA World Games have concluded, Martin Wingfield, RNIB’s Head of Brand, speaks to Hywel Davies about the impact of the event.
7m Sep 01, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - IBSA Flag Handover and Games Close
3m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Sally Barker MBE - Chair of British Blind Sport
8m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Sally Lamont - IBSA General Secretary
2m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Ilgar Rahimov - President of International Blind Sport Federation
4m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Round Table Discussion
Paul Ryb (GB Tennis), Monica Smith (GB Tennis), Grace Hobbs (Australia Tennis), Janiece Wallace (Games Volunteer), Armin Cheraghi (Games Volunteer), Darren Harris (Games LOC), Alaina McGregor (British Blind Sport) and Martin Wingfield (Director of Brand, RNIB)
14m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Malene Stanley - Director of Venues and Events - University of Birmingham
1m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Panel Introduction
Paul Ryb (GB Tennis), Monica Smith (GB Tennis), Grace Hobbs (Australia Tennis), Janiece Wallace (Games Volunteer), Armin Cheraghi (Games Volunteer), Darren Harris (Games LOC), Alaina McGregor (British Blind Sport) and Martin Wingfield (Director of Brand, RNIB)
6m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep103: IBSA World Games 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Chaman Lal - Lord Mayor of Birmingham
3m Aug 29, 2023
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103: IBSA WORLD GAMES 2023 - Closing Ceremony - Jasmine Gardosi - Birmingham Poet Laureate
10m Aug 29, 2023
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S2 Ep102: World Games Was An Archery Success
The IBSA World Games in Birmingham showcased blind athletes competing in a number of sports including archery. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Hilda Gibson, from Archery GB, to look back at the winners and a new world record. #RNIBConnect Image Shows IBSA World Games 2023 Logo
2m Aug 28, 2023
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S2 Ep102: British Blind Sport’s CEO Reflects On IBSA World Games 2023.
As the 7th IBSA World Games drew to a close in Birmingham, RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to the Chief Executive of British Blind Sport to reflect on a successful event. #RNIBConnect Image Show IBSA World Games 2023 Logo
5m Aug 28, 2023
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S2 Ep101: Monica Smith Wins Both Gold and Silver in the Blind Tennis at the IBSA World Blind Games 2023
Monica Smith who only took up blind tennis 5 years ago sums up how it feels to have won both a gold and a silver medal in the B1 blind tennis at the IBSA World Blind Games 2023 in Birmingham to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey just after Monica received her medals. Image shows Monica in second place in the women's B1 singles medal ceremony
3m Aug 27, 2023
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