Best Jonathan Mosen Podcasts (2024)

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S2 Ep578: Jonathan Mosen on Accessible Voting in New Zealand for Blind and Partially Sighted People 11:35

2d ago11:35

11:35

With the UK General Election coming up on Thursday 4 July 2024, here on RNIB Connect Radio we thought it would be a good time to see how accessible voting might be in other countries around the world for blind and partially sighted people. Jonathan Mosen, a Blind Broadcaster and between 2019 - 2024 Chief Executive of Workbridge, an employment servi…

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S2 Ep582: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 21 June 2024 6:30

18m ago6:30

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Time to 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 Matt talks with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew about the General Election, an important video highlighting the importance of being able to vote independently and in secret, and a prestigious advertising award …

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S2 Ep576: Katy Kirby is on A Little Alternative 8:26

2h ago8:26

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Katy Kirby is a singer/songwriter from Texas. Her second album, Blue Raspberry, was released on ANTI Records in January 2024. A Little Alternative's David Hogg spoke to Katy on her recent UK tour about the pressures of releasing a sophomore album, her experience of signing with ANTI Records, and the joys of recording and touring with her friends. Y…

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S2 Ep580: Spotlight on Parenting as a Visually Impaired Person 7:02

1h ago7:02

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On Thursday 20 June 2024 an in-person discussion event about parenting as a visually impaired person was held at the RNIB’s Grimaldi Building in London as part of the Spotlight on Stories Week. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey after the event caught up with Two of the Speakers who took part in the event Jenny Molineux and Amrit Dhaliwal as they refl…

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S2 Ep580: Braille Surtitles, a Real Game Changer for Blind and Partially Sighted Opera Fans 19:43

1h ago19:43

19:43

News now for lovers of opera as New Zealand Opera have just started offering access to braille surtitles for blind and partially sighted people. Opera companies around the world regularly use surtitles – where lyrics or scripts are translated into other languages and published on screens during a live performance – to give audiences a deeper unders…

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S2 Ep579: Tea Blending Sessions With VICTA 4:10

22h ago4:10

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Children and young person’s charity ‘VICTA’ are offering something very different over the next few months. Hywel Davies has been finding out why everything goes better with a nice cup of tea. More information on the tea blending sessions can be found here - Tea tasting workshops with Bird & Blend for 18+ - VICTA…

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S2 Ep574: Weekly Social Media Update 7:29

2d ago7:29

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What's been trending this week, and what does it mean to go viral? Amelia caught up with Becky Brynolf from the RNIB Social Media Team to learn about the highlights. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters.…

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S2 Ep577: Chris Danielsen on Accessible Voting in the USA for Blind and Partially Sighted People 12:23

2d ago12:23

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With the UK General Election coming up on Thursday 4 July 2024, here on RNIB Connect Radio we thought it would be a good time to see how accessible voting might be in other countries around the world for blind and partially sighted people. Chris Danielsen, Director of Public Relations for the National Federation of the Blind in America joins RNIB C…

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S2 Ep576: Euro 24 As a Blind Football Supporter 10:05

2d ago10:05

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What’s it like going to a major tournament as a blind football supporter? Dave Williams catches up with one fan in Germany for Euro 24. You'll find more information on the official Euro 24 app here - Follow UEFA EURO 2024 with the official app | UEFA EURO 2024 | UEFA.com Image: Euro 2024 Logo. White text on a blue background reads ' UEFA Euro 204, …

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S2 Ep575: Musician Couple Denise and Stefan talk Britain's Got Talent 17:09

2d ago17:09

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Married couple Denise Leigh and Stefan Andrusyschyn are professional musicians who are blind. They went viral after appearing on Britain’s Got Talent and told Amelia about how they met, working together and appearing on the show. Follow Denise and Stefan on Tiktok, Instagram and Facebook by searching deniseandstefan Learn more on Denise's website -…

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S2 Ep573: Men's Sheds Association Patron Chris Fisher 11:57

3d ago11:57

11:57

Men’s Sheds encourage people of all genders to come together to make, repair and repurpose, supporting projects in their local communities. Amelia spoke to Patron Chris Fisher RPT, also known as The Blind Woodturner, to hear about his involvement in the charity, starting a shed in his local area and how joining a Men's Shed can benefit mental healt…

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S2 Ep562: Parenting - Roundtable 30:48

3d ago30:48

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What's the best thing about being a blind or partially sighted parent? What are some of the challenges? We brought together VI parents Dave Williams, Jenny Molineux and Kelly Barton to discuss their tips, triumphs and sticky situations. Listen to Dave Williams on Techtalk every Tuesday at 1pm, repeated on Thursday at 9pm and Saturday at 5pm. Keep u…

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S2 Ep581: Adam Woodmason Sight Loss Story and Football 5:04

5d ago5:04

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Adam Woodmason lost his sight five years ago. He spoke to David Hogg about how losing his sight impacted his life, in particular, watching his beloved Ipswich Town and his hopes for accessibility at football stadiums.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Episode 287:New VoiceOver features in iOS 18, more on blind people and the legal profession, and the Be My Eyes Inclusive Language Guide 1:59:16

5d ago1:59:16

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Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each.Welcome to 287 0:00I will miss Michael Mosley 0:53iOS 18 7:27Listen Later 13:27AI is a game changer 14:18accessible ways to learn about yoga 19:53Be My Eyes and their bonkers Inclusive Language Guide 26:26Read the Language Guide here.Bryan Bashin from Be My Eyes discusse…

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S2 Ep571: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 15/06/2024 9:01

5d ago9:01

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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 the General Election, A meeting with some financial giants and artists like Taylor Swift and Coldplay. If you, or someone you know, would like information on th…

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S2 Ep569: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Twelve Angry Men, AD Theatre Review 6:50

6d ago6:50

6:50

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 very powerful courtroom thriller, straight from a very successful run in Lo…

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S2 Ep569: Jenny Molineux on Being a Visually Impaired Mum 14:58

7d ago14:58

14:58

Have you ever wondered what it might be like being a visually impaired parent, coping with the birth of your baby, getting through those first few days, weeks and months too? RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey recently caught up with Jenny Molineux about her experiences of being a visually impaired Mum and her involvement in the up-coming in-person RN…

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S2 Ep572: It's International Albinism Awareness Day! 9:34

7d ago9:34

9:34

Did you know that 13th of June marks International Albinism Awareness Day? Paulina Kuchorew spoke with co-chairs of the Albinism Fellowship, Eshita Unadkat and Kristina Venning – Rose, about the importance of this awareness day in challenging negative stereotypes and myths around living with albinism. For support and more information about the work…

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S2 Ep570: The 'Cost Of Sight Loss' In Wales 8:44

7d ago8:44

8:44

The cost-of-living crisis is having more of a financial and emotional impact on blind and partially sighted people in Wales. That’s been the findings of a new report from RNIB Cymru. Hywel Davies has been hearing what action needs to be taken. The full 'Cost of Sight Loss' report can be found here - The cost of sight loss in Wales (rnib.org.uk) For…

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S2 Ep568: My Experience Of Voting With Sight Loss 7:17

8d ago7:17

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RNIB volunteer Ken Reid shares his own experiences of voting & why he feels it’s important for blind and partially sighted people to get along to their polling stations and vote on the coming election. He is talking to Barry Snell. And if you would like to help make sight loss a priority for the next UK Government ask your local candidates to becom…

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S2 Ep567: More Support For Blind & Partially Sighted People In Coventry 8:27

8d ago8:27

8:27

The Coventry Resource Centre for the Blind is an organisation providing practical, emotional and social support to blind and partially sighted adults across Coventry. Recently, they have set up a series of satellite groups for people living with sight loss in the area and we spoke with their Outreach Officer Kudy Santana as well as Chris Norman, th…

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S2 Ep552: Mum Kay And Daughter Maisy Share Family's Experience Of Retinoblastoma 6:46

8d ago6:46

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How do you know if your child has retinoblastoma? Amelia spoke to mum Kay and daughter Maisy about their families experience of diagnosis and treatment, and why Kay wrote a book about their story. Learn more about retinoblastoma on the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT) website - https://chect.org.uk/ Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is wr…

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S2 Ep566: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 12 June 2024 5:56

8d ago5:56

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Alice Findlay, RNIB Customer Voice Insight Co-ordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in with RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey. Opportunities highlighted this week included: Parenting with a Vision Impairment In-Person Discussion Join us for an in-person discussion on parenting with a vision i…

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S2 Ep565: Weekly Social Media Update 7:12

9d ago7:12

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What's been lighting up the internet this week? Amelia caught up with Holly Tuke from the RNIB Social Media Team to learn about the highlights. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters.…

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S2 Ep564: Share Your Story With The RNIB Stories Team 6:48

9d ago6:48

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We all have a story to tell, and the RNIB stories team capture people’s lived experience by speaking to blind and partially sighted people and sight loss professionals from across the UK. The RNIB Stories Team would love to hear from you, so email StoriesTeam@rnib.org.uk to learn more and share your story. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB …

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Episode 286:A recap of Apple's WWDC keynote from a blindness perspective 1:10:18

10d ago1:10:18

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Jonathan Mosen is joined by Heidi Taylor, Mike Feir and Judy Dixon to discuss this year's feature-packed Apple keynote. Please share your thoughts with us about what Apple unveiled. We'll play a selection of listener comments in the next episode.

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S2 Ep560: RNIB Voice of the Customer Focus Groups Update - Mental Wellbeing 13:35

10d ago13:35

13:35

There are many ways that blind and partially sighted people can get involved in the work that the RNIB does around making a more inclusive society for visually impaired people and even shape the future of the RNIB too. One way is through taking part in the regular Voice of the Customer Focus Group meetings and the most recent meeting was all about …

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S2 Ep563: Become An RNIB Champion 6:52

10d ago6:52

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With the general election now just weeks away, Barry Snell caught with RNIB's Assistant Public Affairs officer, Ross Meegan to find out how people can become an RNIB Champion and help to break down barriers for blind and partially sighted people during this election and beyond. And if you would like to help make sight loss a priority for the next U…

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Episode 285:The positives and negatives of airline travel when blind, how’s Voice Dream Reader doing as a subscription product, and the pros and cons of new Windows computers with ARM processors 1:59:24

12d ago1:59:24

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Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each.Welcome to 285 0:00Something you should know about the PhonakTV Connect 3:07Travelling on airlines when you're blind 11:48Microsoft Natural Voices for SAPI 5 31:02Check out the project here The VictorReader Stream 3 33:08ID.ME 40:16Cochlea implants, Android, and readers …

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S2 Ep559: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 08/06/2024 9:05

12d ago9:05

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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 the forthcoming General Election, the Nation's Eye Health research and D-Day. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services av…

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S2 Ep561: Important Information For 2024 UK General Election 7:22

13d ago7:22

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The deadline to register to vote has now passed. You can still register to vote by proxy (not postal proxy or emergency proxies) by 5 pm on 26 June 2024, this is also the deadline for applications for Voter Authority Certificate in England, Scotland, and Wales. In Northern Ireland you can apply for Electoral ID Card by midnight on 26 June 2024. As …

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S2 Ep558: Some Audio Described Highlights From MindsEye Description 8:58

13d ago8:58

8:58

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 describe works of art, places of interest or exhibits. Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell …

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S2 Ep556: Volunteers' Week 2024 – Gary Moritz 6:23

14d ago6:23

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This week it’s all about the important contribution that volunteers can make, and celebrating all their great work, and showing the benefits that volunteering can provide to people. Hubert has been speaking to the host of Sunset Melodies Gary Moritz about his volunteering journey. Learn more about volunteering on the RNIB website - Volunteer to sup…

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S2 Ep557: Hits Different - A Sizzling Summer Romance by Tasha Ghouri Available in the RNIB Talking Books Library 8:27

14d ago8:27

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Are you looking for a sizzling summer romance to listen to this summer? Well just landed in the RNIB Talking Books Library is ‘Hits Different’ by social media influencer, proud cochlear implant wearer and global ambassador for DeafKidz International, pre-loved brand ambassador for eBay, and brand ambassador for Ann Summers, Loreal Paris, Essie and …

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S2 Ep557: Blind Veterans - D-Day 80: In Their Own Words 7:46

14d ago7:46

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Today 6 June 2024, as a nation we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings in Normandy, the most decisive turning point in the Second World War. Blind Veterans UK who help to support vision-impaired ex-Servicemen and women to rebuild their lives after sight loss is honouring their D-Day heroes through the D-Day 80: In Their Own Words …

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S2 Ep555: Magnifiers From The RNIB Shop 7:50

19d ago7:50

7:50

Time now to take a closer look at the range of optical and digital magnifiers available from the RNIB Shop. Tech Talk’s Dave Williams has more. You can find more information on the Eschenbach System Vario Plus on the RNIB Shop website - Eschenbach System Vario Plus | RNIBBy RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep554: General Election 2024 - Accessible Voting 7:25

19d ago7:25

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The deadline to register to vote has now passed. You can still register to vote by proxy (not postal proxy or emergency proxies) by 5 pm on 26 June 2024, this is also the deadline for applications for Voter Authority Certificate in England, Scotland, and Wales. In Northern Ireland you can apply for Electoral ID Card by midnight on 26 June 2024. Wit…

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S2 Ep552: The Disability Policy Centre 7:47

19d ago7:47

7:47

How are the voices of disabled people used in policy? Amelia talked to Chloe-Schendel Wilson, Co-Founder and Director of thinktank The Disability Policy Centre, to learn how their research is used to inform campaigners and politicians. Learn more about the Disability Policy Centre on their website -https://thedisabilitypolicycentre.org/ Image shows…

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S2 Ep553: Your Chance to Shape the Covid-19 Inquiry Through the Every Story Matters Program 11:32

19d ago11:32

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The UK Covid-19 Enquiry started on 22 June 2022 to examine the UK’s response to, and impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and learn lessons for the future. We know how much the pandemic affected the lives of many blind and partially sighted people and The RNIB is supporting the Covid-19 Inquiry’s ‘Every Story Matters’ programme to ensure that everyone h…

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S2 Ep552: 160th Anniversary Concert for Sight Support Hull and East Yorkshire 9:35

19d ago9:35

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Sight Support Hull and East Yorkshire are hosting a glamorous film music concert to celebrate their 160th anniversary. Amelia talked to Angela Gregory from the charity to learn about their history, services and how life for blind and partially sighted people has changed since they began. The concert takes place in Hull Minster at 7pm on Friday 7th …

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S2 Ep549: Adam Morse On His Super Bowl Google Guided Frame App 17:44

20d ago17:44

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Adam Morse is a Film maker, Actor and much more besides who just happens to be blind and the Director behind the Google Guided frame Super Bowl 2024 advert which shows how a blind man is able with the help of the Guided Frame app to document his life just like anyone else does. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Adam to find out about h…

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S2 Ep550: How Can Joining Haggeye Boost Your Confidence? 6:54

20d ago6:54

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What skills can you learn from Haggeye? Amelia talked to long-term member Georgea about her favourite projects from over the years, and how being a member has benefitted her. Learn more about Haggeye, Scotland's award winning youth forum, on the RNIB Website https://www.rnib.org.uk/nations/scotland/youth-engagement-haggeye/ Follow @Haggeyefamily on…

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Episode 284:celebrating 200 years of Braille and a bright future, lawyers who think all blind people can't read, and Sonos makes progress while understating the impact of recent events 1:59:00

19d ago1:59:00

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Here are the topics covered in this episode, and the time in the file for each. Welcome to 284 0:00Apple's WWDC will be huge this year 0:50Jonathan Mosen's keynote address to the International Council on English Braille 6:55A frustrating legal experience 1:05:54Slow but steady progress with Sonos 1:10:47Choosing a laptop 1:17:01Working with SharePo…

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S2 Ep551: Matt Stringer's Weekly Update 6:18

22d ago6:18

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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 the new Vision Partnership of charities, Vivian Francis discusses RNIB's brand and why were they both at the BBC? If you, or someone you know, would like inform…

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S2 Ep548: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Blood Brothers, AD Theatre Review 6:17

22d ago6:17

6:17

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 we have one of Vidar’s favourite musicals with Willy Russell’s legendary musical Blood Brothers at…

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S2 Ep547: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns Update 9:03

23d ago9:03

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Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell 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 include an update on the Out Of Sight Vision Rehab campaign and…

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S2 Ep548: Tate Britain Commission: Grace by Alvaro Barrington 6:36

23d ago6:36

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On Tuesday 28 May 2024 Tate Britain unveiled to the press Grace, a major new commission by Alvaro Barrington, bringing sound, painting and sculpture to the dramatic architecture of Tate Britain’s neo-classical Duveen Galleries. At the press view in the Duveen Galleries RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Hannah Marsh, Assistant Curator C…

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S2 Ep545: How Do Executors Help RNIB Honour Legacy Wishes? 9:05

24d ago9:05

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What is a lay executor? How do they help RNIB honour the wishes of someone who has passed away? Amelia spoke to Daniel Pepper from the RNIB Legacy Team to learn more. Learn more about leaving a gift in your will on the RNIB website - https://www.rnib.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise/gifts-in-wills/ Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written …

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S2 Ep546: RNIB Connect Voices Round Up 29 May 2024 6:18

24d ago6:18

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Jemma Davidson, RNIB Customer Voice Insight Co-ordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in with RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey. Opportunities highlighted this week included: Sign up for RNIB’s Free Online Training Session – Working with Your Local Council Hear from a local councillor about th…

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S2 Ep544: Eyewear From The RNIB Shop 5:38

24d ago5:38

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There are always new products to explore at the RNIB Shop. Dave Williams has been hearing about eye wear options. For more information on the products discussed, visit the RNIB Shop - Eyewear | RNIBBy RNIB Connect Radio

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