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…
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The VocalEyes Describing Heritage: Co-creating Access Project supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund with the input of blind and partially sighted people from a number of Thomas Pocklington Trust Sight Loss Councils explores, through the co-creation of audio description in 10 heritage hubs across the country, ways of improving access to museums, galleries and heritage sites for visually…
The Collective Gallery in Edinburgh is running a free audio described tour on Sunday 30 August from 2pm of both ‘Afterlife’ by Katie Paterson and ‘There Is No Beginning, As There Is No End’ by Richard Maguire lead by Artist Juliana Capes. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Juliana and Claire Craig, Collective Gallery’s Programme Manager and Curator, to find out more about both Artist’s…
Despite her sight loss condition, Debbie Miller has climbed the career ladder from online sales, through customer service leadership positions and is now the Chief Operations Officer for the UK sight loss charity RNIB. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Debbie to learn more about her career ladder, coming to terms with a sight loss condition and what advice she has for blind and partially…
Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description to look at some forthcoming events with Audio Description. AD makes television, movies, galleries and other arts events more inclusive, accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people. This month they’re looking at a couple of outdoor festivals, a thought provoking play in Keswick and…
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 two positive NHS stories, importance of eye checks, and free sighted guides for the Edinburgh Festival. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go…
Are you a film fan and looking for a place to chat ideas? Amelia spoke to Disability Action Research Kollective (DARK) founder Richard Amm and film club runner Aaliyah Bates about their online disability representation in horror club. To join the club email darkhorrorfilm@gmail.com Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters…
Ihsane is one of several audio described shows at this year's Edinburgh International Festival. David Hogg speaks with audio describer Emma-Jane McHenry to find out more. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.
The Knockhill Racing Circuit in Scotland, is an all year round attraction with events taking place almost everyday. Did you know that you can get out on the track, even if you have accessibility requirements? RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell went along to find out what’s on offer… If you’d like more info, go to www.knockhill.com You can also call 01383723337 #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Connect…
The Disability Action Research Kollective (DARK) is a multidisciplinary group of disabled researchers who write short, free, accessible publications aimed at the general public. They're seeking volunteer writers for their deafblind history zine, Amelia spoke to founder Richard Amm to learn more... Contact richardamm@gmail.com to share your submission Learn more about DARK via their linktree - DARK…
Devon In Sight hosted their very own version of 'Race Across The World' with a visually impaired person in each team. Amelia spoke to some of the organisers and competitors to learn about the highlights, hijinks and cream-tea challenges. She's joined by Mandy Darling and Keith Brokenshire from the Devon In Sight along with Geoff from the winning team 'Eyeconic', and Beatrix and Jahred from highest…
This time for our regular browse through the RNIB online shop with Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop’s Buying Coordinator, we have the launch of the 2027 large print and Braille stationery which includes; diaries, calendars and note binders plus news that the LED light and fan that we highlighted last time is now back in stock after a bit of a rush on the product. To find out more about the 2027 large…
