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RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station for blind and partially sighted people to find out what is happening in the community. You can also contribute and share your stories by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk. Get involved and join the conversation. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Conversations - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially sighted people. Sport - See sport differently. The Happy Hour - Mental health, mindfulness, and overall wellbeing. Tracks of My Life - Take a journey through our guest's life. Support - Other podcasts from RNIB. TV Guide - Daily audio TV listings

  1. Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone Supports the RNIB Helpline

    20H AGO

    Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone Supports the RNIB Helpline

    We are celebrating the power of people helping other people and an incredible £15 million in flexible funding raised by players of the Postcode Lottery supporting the work that the RNIB does to help blind and partially sighted people live more independently and with greater confidence too. One area that has been supported by the flexible funding is the RNIB Helpline and the role of the Digital Skills Advisors. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Mohammed one of the RNIB Helpline Digital Skills Advisors and Maureen an RNIB Customer who reached out to the Helpline at the beginning of her sight loss journey explains more about the support and advice that the Helpline provides to blind and partially sighted people and the fantastic support Maureen received from Mohammed which has enabled her to carry on with her life too.  Thanks to funding raised by players and awarded by Postcode Care Trust, RNIB has received an amazing £15 million in flexible funding since 2018. To find out more about the RNIB’s Helpline and how the Digital Skills Advisors can help you do either call the Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or visit the RNIB website - https://www.rnib.org.uk And for more about the Postcode Lottery do go to - https://www.postcodelottery.co.uk  (Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font)

    14 min
  2. Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 25/04/2026

    21H AGO

    Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 25/04/2026

    Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Simon talks about his visit to Belfast and RNIB Connect Radio’s ARIA nomination for their Read On show. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk you can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999Or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's CEO Simon Antrobus, Smiling, Wearing A Black Jacket With A White Shirt.

    8 min
  3. Campaigns Update From RNIB Northern Ireland

    21H AGO

    Campaigns Update From RNIB Northern Ireland

    Each month, RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell talks with the Campaigns team from RNIB in Northern Ireland, to discuss some of the latest pieces of work the team are undertaking. Today Paula Beattie, RNIB Northern Ireland, talks about work with MLA Politicians on E-Scooter concerns and a look ahead to work, already underway, for the 2027 elections, to be as a accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted voters. If you’d like more info from the team in Northern Ireland, email  campaignsni@rnib.org.uk#RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

    10 min
  4. Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC Henry V, AD Theatre Review

    21H AGO

    Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC Henry V, 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 another audio described theatre review.  This time we have Shakespeare’s retelling of the initial phase of the Lancastrian war, part of the hundred years war as RSC Co-Artistic Director Tamara Harvey directs Alfred Enoch as Henry V at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon with description by Professional Audio Describers Carolyn Smith and Ellie Packer. About ‘Henry V’ From a rebellious, carefree young man to the King of England. Overnight. And now this new king has an eye on the throne of France.   A reckless insult from the French Dauphin offers the perfect excuse for Henry V to declare war. But there’s a human price to pay for his pursuit of power and thousands could die at Agincourt.   Henry must unite his country, defeat the French, and prove himself worthy of the crown of England. Does he have what it takes?  For more about access at the Royal Shakespeare Company including details of audio described performances of their productions do visit - https://www.rsc.org.uk/your-visit/access (Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font)

    5 min
  5. New IKONN Products Now Available in the RNIB Online Shop…

    1D AGO

    New IKONN Products Now Available in the RNIB Online Shop…

    Time to browse through some of the products that are available in the RNIB’s online shop as Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop buying administrator gives RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey a walk through some of the items that are currently on display including the fantastic new IKONN range featuring kitchen scales, a tape measure and thermometers. To find out more about the IKONN range of products that are now available in the RNIB online shop and many more do visit - https://shop.rnib.org.uk/connect (Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font)

    6 min
  6. UK Sight Loss Charity Launches New Comprehensive Data Tool.

    4D AGO

    UK Sight Loss Charity Launches New Comprehensive Data Tool.

    The RNIB has just launched it’s new Sight Loss Data tool, which will carry a wealth of regularly updated information around sight loss.  The tool can be used by professionals and the general public who are looking for insightful data on sight loss, along with geographical information. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell had a closer look at what the new accessible tool can do. If you’d like to try out the new SLDT, go to www.data.rnib.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

    8 min

  7. 4D AGO

    Blindfold Race For Sight Cymru

    Get your running shoes on and help a good cause in south Wales this summer. Hywel Davies has been finding out how you can take part in a race for Sight Cymru, no matter your level of sight. Find out more about Sight Cymru on their Facebook page - (20+) Facebook or website - Home - Sight Cymru

    7 min
  8. Accessible Card Code of Practice RNIB Sabine Croxford

    5D AGO

    Accessible Card Code of Practice RNIB Sabine Croxford

    UK Finance has announced new accessibility guidelines for credit and debit cards. Our David Hogg speaks to Sabine Croxford from RNIB to find out more…

    5 min
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RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station for blind and partially sighted people to find out what is happening in the community. You can also contribute and share your stories by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk. Get involved and join the conversation. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Conversations - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially sighted people. Sport - See sport differently. The Happy Hour - Mental health, mindfulness, and overall wellbeing. Tracks of My Life - Take a journey through our guest's life. Support - Other podcasts from RNIB. TV Guide - Daily audio TV listings

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  • Creator
    RNIB Connect Radio
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.6K
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © RNIB
  • Show Website
    RNIB Connect

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