RNIB Connect

RNIB Connect

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

Episodes

December 5, 2025 5 mins
The UK’s analogue landline telephone system will be switched off and replaced by a digital network, that’s fit for the future.

For anyone who uses a landline, it’s important to get ready for the change in order to continue to use your landline telephones.

RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Naveed Hussain to find out why the change is happening, what customers have to do and what support is available....
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Our horror film fans are back with the gothic tale of Frankenstein, written and directed by Guillermo Del Toro.

Amelia Hilton and Allan Russell review the latest adaptation.

You can watch Frankenstein on Netflix with the AD and find it on Audiovault.

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Some exciting assistive technology news!

Hubert speaks to Jean Marc from WeWALK, all about the We Assist service which has been worked on with help from the RNIB, and which is now available to beta test for blind and partially sighted people.

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Let’s look ahead to some festive theatre shows coming up in south Wales this month. Hywel Davies has been catching up with audio describer Michelle Perez.

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What is myopia and why are more children experiencing it? 

Amelia speaks to eye care specialist, Professor Annegret Dahlmann-Noor, about the condition and how it can be spotted and treated.

Learn more about Myopia on the Myopia website - Short-sightedness (myopia) - NHS

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Edinburgh's Lord Provost paid a visit to RNIB Scotland's refurbished office,
RNIB's Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to him to get his thoughts on the facilities, the game of showdown and Meeting an awards winning volunteer.

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Inaccurate press reporting, social media backlashes against disabled people and the UK Chancellor’s Autumn Budget have all compounded concerns from the disabled community about public perception and the future of the Motability scheme.

RNIB Connect Radio’s David Hogg spoke to Allan Russell about the worries and the response from Motability.
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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 a meeting at Moorfields Eye Hospital, more audio description talks at the BBC and a look at the recent UK Autumn Budget.
If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www....
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With a look at some festive, audio described, shows, here’s Allan Russell with Anne Hornsby…
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RNIB Scotland has launched a new project, designed to provide more advice, support, events and community connections for blind and partially sighted people in rural and isolated areas.

This month, David Hogg spoke to Sarah Richings who lives in Orkney

If you live in Scotland, are blind or partially sighted, and would like more info, go to www.rnib.org.uk/scotland

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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 working on.

This month’s topics include RNIB’s response to the UK Chancellor’s Autumn Budget and a look back at a recent Parliamentary event.

If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved , email campaigns@rnib.org.uk

You can visit rnib.org.uk/n...
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How can tech help with you festive preparations?

Amelia spoke to Claire Maxwell from the RNIB Shop to learn about tools to help with cooking and catching up with loved ones.

Visit the RNIB Shop here - RNIB Shop

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Celebrate ‘International Day of Persons With Disabilities’ with Bloomsbury Football Foundation as they prepare to host a very special day of football fun. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.

For more information and sign up details, visit the website -  Blind & VI Football Festival 2025 · Luma
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November 25, 2025 3 mins
It's the season for festivities, and also a good Christmas sale. In this podcast, Hubert catches up with the RNIB Shop to find out what items are available as part of the seasonal shop sale. 
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The ‘Tech Talk’ team reflect on the recent BBC documentary ‘Chris McCausland: Seeing into the Future’. Asking what impact technology like artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles will have on blind and partially sighted people in the future and how RNIB can offer support in the present day.

For more information, visit the RNIB shop - RNIB Shop
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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 charity’s Westminster event, taking part in a major piece of work around employment and there’s comment on the publication of the latest Covid-19 report.

If you, or someone you know, would like information on the suppo...
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Sight loss charity RNIB has been responding to the latest Covid-19 report, which highlights failings that negatively impacted blind and partially sighted people, by governments around the UK.

RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke with Sophie Dudgeon, Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs for RNIB, about the main findings.

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November 21, 2025 31 mins
How can you share your experiences of sight loss in art? How can making help your wellbeing? What are some accessible methods?

We've gathered visually impaired artists and makers Alan Mcintyre, Julie Hale, Kellie Dingwall and Sian Healey to share their experiences and tips for getting creative.

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RNIB Connect Radio’s Robert Kirkwood 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 of his regular audio described theatre reviews.

They head over to the Birmingham Hippodrome as Vidar reviews the audio described production of Moulin Rouge.

About ‘Moulin Rouge.'

Enter a world of splend...
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How can technology, music, vibration and visuals make inclusive and multisensory play?

Amelia visited Soundplay projects in Glasgow for a tour of their experiences - Here is Co-Founder Bal Cooke showing her the 'Sub-Bass Soft Space'

Learn more about Soundplay on their website - Soundplay Projects - Meaningful creative expression and musical experimentation

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