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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 (mailto:radio@rnib.org.uk) . Get involved and join the conversation. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Conversations (https://audioboom.com/channel/conversations) - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On (https://audioboom.com/ ...
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In 2011 Eddie Izzard, the man who turned talking Bollocks into an art form performed and sold–out Madison Square Garden in New York. He spent a three-month residency at the Theatre de Dix Heures in Paris performing STRIPPED: Tout en Francais in French! and then became the first stand-up to play a solo show at Los Angeles legendary Hollywood Bowl. It was an extraordinary year from an extraordinary man. Never one to rest on his laurels Izzard now plans to take on the world with a brand-new com ...
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The Yours, Mine, Away Podcast will deliver a never heard before insight to the wonderful world of Goalkeeping from experienced English Professional Goalkeeper, Mark Howard. From current premiership stars, legends between the sticks, masterminds behind the game of goalkeeping and grass roots stars of tomorrow amongst much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dr Mudasser Hussain, Dentist and Executive Coach at Clarity Coaching International brings inspirational individuals to share their story of how they became successful entrepreneurs. The purpose of the podcast is to inspire, motivate, uplift and increase awareness of the philosophy of Performance Coaching.
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Peter Scott-Morgan intends to defy his fatal diagnosis and live on as a cyborg. Peter is extraordinary. A robotics scientist, an acclaimed business process expert and an accomplished author. Peter and his partner, Francis, were also the first same-sex couple to be legally married in the UK. In 2017, Peter discovered he had a Motor Neurone Disease (MND). From the very start, he saw this terminal diagnosis as an opportunity to put his fascination with robotics and science fiction into practice ...
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"Welcome to the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast – 'Real Chat for Real Runners.' Join your hosts, Nick Hancock, a UESCA and UK Athletics certified running coach, and Faye Johnson, a UK Athletics running coach and Level 4 PT, on an epic journey into the world of marathon and ultramarathon running. We're not just about the road here - we're hitting the trails and conquering mountains too. Our mission? To deliver professional insights, training tips, and inspiring stories to everyday runners. Wh ...
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Welcome back to a brand new episode of The Yours, Mine, Away! Podcast with Mark Howard. This week, we have a special quest Glenn Morris, Crawley Legend started his professional career back in 2001 and he's still playing today Don't miss this exciting conversation, and if you haven't already, make sure to check out our latest Goalie Wars video on Yo…
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S2 Ep716: RNIB Cymru Street Survey In Cardiff
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RNIB Cymru are holding an event in Cardiff this week to find out more about the accessibility of the city centre. Hywel Davies has been hearing more about plans for the upcoming ‘Street Survey’.By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep715: Covid Inquiry Enters Next Phase - RNIB
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As the inquiry into the impact of the pandemic continues, Hywel Davies spoke to RNIB’s Head of Policy and Campaigns to hear about the progress of the inquiry so far.By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep714: Visiting Pompidou Centre in Paris With Our Radio Team
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Our team went over to Paris to cover the Paralympic Games, but whilst there, Toby and Paulina decided to step away from sport for a moment and immerse themselves in a bit of modern art. Image shows Toby posing in front of Chopin's Waterloo, a sculpture from 1962 made by artist Arman. Described the Pompidou Centre as "destruction-dislocation" of an …
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S2 Ep713: Travelling Around Paris When You're Blind Or Partially Sighted
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What is it like travelling around Paris if you’re blind or partially sighted? Let’s find out with Toby and Allan, who are reporting from this year’s Paralympics Games. Image shows Allan and Toby standing in front of a protective metal net with a view over Paris far off in the distance. They're on the top floor of the Eiffel Tower. Allan is on the l…
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S2 Ep709: Catch Up With Paralympics GB CEO Dave Clarke
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As we arrive at the midway point of the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, Allan Russell spoke with British Paralympic Association’s CEO David Clarke to get his thoughts on the story so far. Image shows a close up of David Clarke with a microphone held up for Allan just off from the left side.By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep708: Visiting The Eiffel Tower With RNIB Connect Radio Team
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What is it like to visit the famous French tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris? Join Toby, Allan, John and Paulina to find out. Image shows Toby and John posing in front of The Eiffel Tower. They're both smiling as the wrought-iron lattice tower stands magnificently behind them. With lush green trees near the tower's legs, you can also spot the fam…
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S2 Ep703: Chatting Triathlon & Paratriathlon with Rob Sears
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On the Happy Hour's Sport Special, Paulina caught up with Rob from Blind Focus with Rob Sears YouTube channel to chat about his journey into triathlon and para triathlon. Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath.…
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S2 Ep702: What Is It Like To Visit Arc de Triomphe If You're Blind?
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Our team is in Paris right now reporting from the Paralympic Games, and whilst there they checked out one of the most famous landmarks in the city, Arc de Triomphe. Listen to find out how Allan, Jane and Paulina got on. Image shows Allan and Jane pose by a ornate lamp post with the Arc de Triomphe in the distance behind them. Allan has his left han…
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S2 Ep701: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns Update
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Each month, RNIB Connect Radio is joined by some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re involved in and ask for your input to bring positive change to the lives of blind and partially sighted people, throughout the UK. This month’s topics includes the right to vote in secret, working with e-scooter companies and upco…
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The Scouse Goalkeeper is a passionate football enthusiast from Liverpool, sharing the real journey of a center-back turned goalkeeper. Starting his goalkeeping adventure in 2023, he's all about showcasing the raw highs and lows that come with standing between the sticks. Whether it's mic'd-up football highlights, incredible saves, or the occasional…
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S2 Ep699: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 31/08/2024
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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 Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson and rail accessibility, the start of the Paralympics and If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and ser…
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S2 Ep697: Graeae's Production Of Romeo And Juliet
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Graeae are taking on a Shakespearean classic with an all D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent cast. How are they making the play accessible for disabled audience members and Shakespeare beginners? Amelia spoke to Graeae's Artistic Director, Jenny Sealey OBE, to learn more. You can watch the production at Shakespeare North Playhouse on 13 Sept – 5 Oc…
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S2 Ep696: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Hamilton, AD Theatre Review
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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 theatre reviews. This week Vidar is reviewing Lin-Manuel Miranda’s multi award-winning cultural phenomenon that is Hamilton a…
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S2 Ep698: Social Media Update 28th August 2024
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Hubert returns with our weekly chat with the RNIB social media team as he looks to get the latest trends, gossip and find out how RNIB are championing accessibility this week.By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep704: San Blas Islands Travelogue with Jonathan Abro
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Join Jonathan on his boat journey to the San Blas Islands, an archipelago of 378 islands in the Caribbean Sea. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows Jonathan Abro, a white middle-aged man holding a white cane, sat on some jagged grey rocks with two small, pink-faced mo…
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S2 Ep694: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 24/08/2024
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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 accessible finance with Capital One, talking to Optometry Today, a new leadership programme and the Paralympics.. If you, or someone you know, would like inform…
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S2 Ep692: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - RSC Pericles, AD Theatre Review
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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 theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing a stirring tale of love, hope and miracles with the Royal Shakespeare Company’…
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S2 Ep689: Blind Leading 2024: Ballet with Scottish Ballet
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Now time to head to the ballet as our David Hogg is put through his paces by Scottish Ballet’s Matthrew Broadbent in the return of Blind Leading…By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep691: Social Media Update 20th August 2024
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Have you ever wondered what it’s like for a blind or partially sighted person to visualise art? Hubert has been speaking to Millie, a graphics student about her sight loss journey, and how she makes art accessible for her.By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep690: Taking On The 24 Peaks Challenge For SeeAbility
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The charity SeeAbility celebrates its 225th anniversary this year. Hywel Davies has been hearing about a very special physical challenge taking place to mark the occasion. You can find out more about the challenge and donate at the SeeAbility website - 24 Peaks. 24 Hours. | SeeAbility Image: Jack and Michael on a training run together, they hold a …
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How does Visionary work with their membership organisations? Amelia spoke to Amy Pearman from Visionary, Deirdre Aitken from Highland BlindCraft and Laura Lindsay from Dundee Blind And Partially Sighted Society. Learn more about Visionary here - Welcome to Visionary - Visionary Learn more about Highland BlindCraft here - Home - Highland Blindcraft …
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S2 Ep705: Easter Island Travelogue With Jonathan Abro
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Let's journey to the iconic Moai heads of Easter Island with Blind Adventurer Jonathan Abro. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows Jonathan Abro, a white middle-aged man holding a white cane, sat on some jagged grey rocks with two small, pink-faced monkeys close to him…
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S2 Ep686: Some Audio Described Highlights From MindsEye Description
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Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description. Audio Description makes television, movies, galleries and other arts venues accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people. AD is a narration describing what is physically happening, say on stage, TV or the big screen. It can also desc…
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S2 Ep685: Thomas Pocklington Trust Cut it Back Campaign
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Our David Hogg finds out about Thomas Pocklington Trust’s new Cut it Back Campaign…By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep684: Unusual Ice Creams Travelogue with Jonathan Abro
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Have you had an ice cream in the company of monkeys? Well, Jonathan Abro shares the unusual locations and flavours he's encountered on his global ice cream tastings. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows Jonathan Abro, a white middle-aged man holding a white cane, sat …
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S2 Ep683: Ice Cream Adventures Travelogue with Jonathan Abro
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Let's take a world tour of the world's best ice creams with blind adventurer Jonathan Abro. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image Description: Jonathan is a white man wearing a red coat standing with his arms raised beside wooden sign saying 'Congratulations you are now at M…
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S2 Ep682: Norway Travelogue With Jonathan Abro
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We'll join Jonathan Abro in the majestic fjords of Norway. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image Description: Jonathan is a white man wearing a red coat standing with his arms raised beside wooden sign saying 'Congratulations you are now at Mount Kilimanjaro'. There is a mou…
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S2 Ep681: Swiss Getaway Travelogue With Jonathan Abro
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We'll visit the picturesque mountains of Switzerland with Jonathan Abro. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image Description: Jonathan is a white man wearing a red coat standing with his arms raised beside wooden sign saying 'Congratulations you are now at Mount Kilimanjaro'. …
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S2 Ep680: Iceland Long Weekend Travelogue with Jonathan Abro
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We'll join Jonathan Abro on his tour of Europe as he visits Iceland for a long weekend. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image Description: Jonathan is a white man wearing a red coat standing with his arms raised beside wooden sign saying 'Congratulations you are now at Mount…
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S2 Ep679: RNIB has launched a new Sooty Collection Box to mark his 75th Birthday
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Since 1955, Sooty has entertained generations of children through stage shows and TV and has been a lifelong friend of RNIB. The boxes have been updated to ‘reflect the 21st century’. People giving contactlessly will be able to donate any amount they like and also register for Gift Aid.By RNIB Connect Radio
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Our David Hogg chats to RNIB’s Una Mulgrew about this RNIB LGBTQ+ Connect GroupBy RNIB Connect Radio
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Dreaming of a new adventure? We brought together Lucy Ashton from Seable Holidays, blind and deaf writer Tony Giles and Blind Adventurer Jonathan Abro to speak all things travel. Listen to Jonathan's Travelogues on RNIB Connect Radio every Wednesday from 1 pm on The Lunch Break. Learn more about Seable Holidays on their website - Seable | Holidays …
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S2 Ep678: Hair and Care Copenhagen Fashion Week Jane Manley and Anna Cofone
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Hair & Care’s goal is to make the fashion industry more accessible. David Hogg spoke to their founder, Anna Cofone, and RNIB’s Jane Manely – a Hair & Care volunteer – about their time at Copenhagen Fashion Week.By RNIB Connect Radio
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068: Jordan Perrin: OG One Glove Creator and Sevenoaks Goal Keeper
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Welcome back to a brand new episode of The Yours, Mine, Away! Podcast. This week, we're thrilled to be joined by the one and only Jordan Perrin, the OG One Glove Creator and Sevenoaks Goalkeeper. Jordan shares his journey as a goalkeeper Don't miss this exciting conversation, and if you haven't already, make sure to check out our latest Goalie Wars…
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S2 Ep676: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Wizard of Oz, AD Theatre Review
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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 theatre reviews. This week Vidar is reviewing ‘The Wizard of Oz’ as the tour of the London Palladium production visited the W…
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S2 Ep677: RNIB Chief Executive Matt Stringer's Weekly Update
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Each week we sit down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week it is all about access for blind and partially sighted people as Matt started by talking about accessible voting following on from the handing in of a letter to No 10 Downing Street on Wednesday afternoon callin…
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S2 Ep675: 'Surfability' South Wales Surf School
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Have you ever wanted to get out on the water and try surfing? There’s a surf school in South Wales aiming to make catching waves more accessible than ever. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. Find out more about Surfability at their website - Adapted and inclusive surfing experiences - Surfability UK CIC Image: A surfer stands on top of a surfb…
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S2 Ep674: RNIB Calls on the Government to Make Voting Finally Accessible for Blind and Partially Sighted Voters
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On the afternoon of Wednesday 14 August 2024 a group of RNIB campaigners including RNIB Chair Anna Tylor and RNIB Volunteer Paul Goddard handed in a letter to No 10 Downing Street, which sought signatures during the recent General Election, calling for voting to finally be made accessible for people with sight loss. The letter was open for blind an…
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S2 Ep673: Blind Comedian And Folk Musician David Eagle At The Fringe
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David Eagle is a stand-up comedian and musician in Folk band 'The Young'uns'. He told Amelia about how the band began, taking his show 'The Eagle Is candid' to this year's Edinburgh Fringe and his upcoming appearance on Rosie Jones' Disability Comedy Extravaganza. 'The Eagle Is Candid' is on 9.30 pm at The Cabaret Voltaire for the Fringe - learn mo…
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S2 Ep671: The Outrun - Audio Described Theatre At The Edinburgh International Festival
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Amy Liptrot’s bestselling memoir is brought to life in an epic and elemental world premiere. Amelia spoke to Audio Describer Lydia Kerr to learn more about the production and her career. AD performances of The Outrun are taking place on Sat 17 Aug at 8:00pm and Sat 24 Aug at 3:00pm. Book tickets by calling the box office on 0311 473 2056 or visitin…
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S2 Ep669: Social Media Update 12th August 2024
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Join Hubert and Holly from our social media team as they discuss the latest trends in accessibility and in general in the world of social media. They also talk about polls, how accessible are they, where are they the most accessible, and just how popular are they with social media users?By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep670: Support Available From 'Visually Impaired Merthyr '
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Support for blind and partially sighted people in South Wales isn’t limited to major cities. Hywel Davies has been hearing about some of the support on offer outside the capital. For more information, visit the website - Visually Impaired Merthyr - Home (v-i-m.org.uk)By RNIB Connect Radio
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Our David Hogg finds out about the review into Adult Disability Payment in Scotland and how you can get involved…By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep667: Social Media Update 5th August 2024
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It’s that time of the week again as Hubert catches up with RNIB’s social media team to find out the latest trends and gossip, plus find out how you can make your social media video content accessible.By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep666: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 10/08/2024
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Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. 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 also call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask Alexa to call RNIB's Help…
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S2 Ep663: An Audio Described Guide to the State Coaches and Carriages at the Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace
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If you have ever wanted to get a bit closer to the state coaches and carriages that His Majesty King Charles III and the Royal Family ride in for state occasions such as Royal weddings, trouping the colour and the state opening of parliament? Well, through the recorded audio described guide to the Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace where all the state c…
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S2 Ep664: Natural History Museum Launches an Audio Guide to Their New Nature Discovery and Evolution Gardens
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As part of the Natural History Museum’s Urban Nature Project, responding to the urgent need to monitor and record changes to UK urban nature and support its recovery the five acres of green space that wrap around the Museum’s much loved building in South Kensington, London have been transformed in to the recently opened Nature Discovery and Evoluti…
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S2 Ep665: Eisteddfod 2024 - Rachel Llewellyn RNIB Community Connections
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The Eisteddfod is Europe’s largest cultural festival, a week-long celebration of Welsh language and culture. Hywel Davies has been there to catch up with events on the maes. Image: Banners are hung on the side of a building, each has white text on a red background that reads 'Eisteddfod'.By RNIB Connect Radio
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S2 Ep662: Retina UK New Research Kate Arkell
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Now our David Hogg finds out about a new piece of research from Retina UK. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo.By RNIB Connect Radio
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