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Finding out about the services that exist across the RNIB. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Connect - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss. 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. TV Guide - Daily audio TV listings

Episodes

September 16, 2024 42 mins
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RNIB's Dave Williams and Robin Spinks visited Sony to hear more about accessibility features available in their latest line up of televisions.

Image: Dave Williams and Gavin McCarron stand in front of the Sony Bravia 8, Gavin holds a remote control as the 'TV Guide' appears on the large screen. 
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July 8, 2024 20 mins
In the first in a series of conversations with Sony, Tech Talk's Dave Williams hears an overview of the company's accessibility features across products and services. 
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The International Council on English Braille (ICEB) will hold its 8th General Assembly from Saturday, 25 May 2024 to Thursday, 30 May 2024 in Auckland New Zealand. Dave Williams has been hearing about preparations for the event.
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May the 16th is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Our accessible technology programme ‘Tech Talk’ brought together a panel of industry experts to talk about some of the most important technology issues facing the blind and partially sighted community this Global Accessibility Awareness Day.

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RNIB Connect Radio's gold-award winning submission for Community Station Of The Year at the 2024 ARIAS (Audio & Radio Industry Awards).

Image: Yvonne and Allan smile wide as they hold up the award, which is a rectangle block shaped like a speaker. Yvonne is on the left and wearing a deep green dress and Allan has a crisp white Ghillie shirt with dark leather laces tied at the top of the shirt.
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If you’re interested in learning more about assistive technology, who better to help than a technology trainer with lived experience of sight loss? Tech Talk’s Dave Williams has been catching up with the team behind AAT Solutions.

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April 5, 2024 20 mins
RNIB Tech Talk's Dave Williams spoke to Samuel Greene from Zoom about the launch of their new 'Essential Series' of products which promise to be more accessible than ever.
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April 5, 2024 28 mins
RNIB Tech Talk's Dave Williams caught up with Thuay Mallalieu to hear about his experiences working as a blind audio producer.
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Accessible internet radio and podcasting represent more than just forms of entertainment; they're pathways to opportunity and empowerment. By providing training, fostering skill development, and building community connections, these platforms have the power to transform lives. Here, RNIB Connect Radio's Dave Williams speaks to Yvonne Milne, RNIB's Head of Radio.
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Accessible internet radio and podcasting represent more than just forms of entertainment; they're pathways to opportunity and empowerment. By providing training, fostering skill development, and building community connections, these platforms have the power to transform lives. RNIB Connect Radio's Dave Williams speaks to former RNIB Volunteer Victoria Claire.
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Accessible internet radio and podcasting represent more than just forms of entertainment; they're pathways to opportunity and empowerment. By providing training, fostering skill development, and building community connections, these platforms have the power to transform lives. RNIB Connect Radio's Dave Williams speaks to Content Producer Hubert Pawelkiewicz.
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Accessible internet radio and podcasting represent more than just forms of entertainment; they're pathways to opportunity and empowerment. By providing training, fostering skill development, and building community connections, these platforms have the power to transform lives. RNIB Connect Radio's Dave Williams speaks to Content Producer David Hogg.
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March 11, 2024 20 mins
Did you know, leaving a gift in your Will to RNIB is a very special way to support our work long into the future? If you'd like to find out more about why it's important to have an up to date Will, hear the stories of people who have been helped by RNIB's services and understand the difference you can make by giving in this way, then this narrated recording of our guide 'Leaving a gift in your Will to RNIB' is for you! If you'd pr...
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March 5, 2024 1 min
While at the 2023 NFB Convention in Houston, Texas, Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk spoke with Sedona Dave about the All Terrain Cane.
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March 5, 2024 14 mins
While at the 2023 NFB Convention in Houston, Texas, Dave Williams from RNIB Tech Talk spoke with Sedona Dave about the All Terrain Cane.
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In this podcast, we discuss the impact of vision impairment on social development. We explore how positive friendships support development and suggest ways in which parents and carers can help their child build healthy relationships.

RNIB info on parties and playdates

Effective Practice Guide Social Inclusion and Social Bonding - Early Years

Perkins school for the blind info on Social Skills
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