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

Latest Episodes:

S2 Ep1654: Get To Know RNIB's Energy Advice Service Mar 18, 2026

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For many people, balancing rising energy costs with keeping homes safe and warm, is becoming more and more of a challenge. RNIB’s ‘Energy Advice Service’ can offer practical advice to help. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.

There's lots more information about RNIB's Energy Advice Service on their website - Energy saving advice for blind and partially sighted people | RNIB

S2 Ep1653: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax With HMRC Mar 17, 2026

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HMRC are making changes to the way that some people need to file income tax. Hywel Davies has been hearing more about the changes and what you need to do if you’re affected.

More information is available on the Gov.UK website - Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - GOV.UK

S2 Ep1652: #Halffareunfair campaign for concession transport in Northern Ireland Mar 16, 2026

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Campaigners in Northern Ireland are aiming to expand concessionary transport for a wider range of blind and partially sighted people.

Amelia learned more from Julianne Crothers who shares why the cause is so important to her.

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S2 Ep1651: The Story Behind The Gift Mar 16, 2026

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Barry Snell joins director Josh Feder to go behind the lens of RNIB’s latest legacy advert. They discuss his creative process, career, and the power of collaborating with the sight-loss community.

You can watch the advert here: Because life doesn’t stop with sight loss. | 60 seconds, landscape | RNIB

S2 Ep1650: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 14/03/2026 Mar 13, 2026

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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 visits to UK political parties and The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers.

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 call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999
Or ask your Smart speaker to call RNIB's Helpline.

#RNIBConnect

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S2 Ep1646: Seagull Trust Cruises Work With RNIB To Launch AD Trips Mar 13, 2026

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Fancy a relaxed boat-cruise on the Scottish canals?

Amelia spoke to Stuart Rennie from Segaull Trust cruises about their new audio-described trips developed with RNIB.

Learn more and book your place by calling 07511055081 or email rathobookings@seagulltrustcruises.org.uk

Learn more on the Seagull Trust Cruises website - Seagull Trust Cruises

S2 Ep1649: RNIB Helpline and Customer Care Team Mar 13, 2026

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Let’s find out more about RNIB’s Helpline and Customer Care Team as our David Hogg speaks with Kyle Ferrier.

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S2 Ep1649: VI Actor And Musician Heather Seymour On Career Mar 13, 2026

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Visually Impaired Actor Heather Seymour is on the BBC show ‘Can You Keep A Secret?’ and told Amelia about her career in acting and music, and shared tips for other people interested in acting.

S2 Ep1645: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Top Hat AD theatre review Mar 13, 2026

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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 another audio described theatre review.

This week we have Chichester Festival Theatre’s touring production of ‘Top Hat’ as it visited the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre with description by Professional Audio Describers Nadine Beasley and Jonathan Nash. .

About ‘Top Hat’

Based on the classic 1935 movie starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat is a sparkling romantic cocktail laced with witty comedy, stunning choreography and tap-dancing brilliance, brought to life on stage with lavish sets and gorgeous costumes.

Irving Berlin’s irresistible score includes some of Hollywood’s greatest songs, the immortal Cheek to Cheek, Let’s Face the Music and Dance, Top Hat White Tie and Tails and Puttin’ on

the Ritz.

When Broadway star Jerry Travers arrives in London to open a new show, he crosses paths with model Dale Tremont whose beauty sleep is rudely interrupted by Jerry tap dancing in the hotel suite above hers. Instantly smitten, Jerry vows to abandon his bachelor life to win her – but the path of true love never does run smooth.

Put on your top hat, brush off your tails and let this joyous romantic musical comedy sweep you off your feet!

For more about Chichester Festival Theatre’s touring production of ‘Top Hat’ do visit - https://www.tophat-musical.com/tour-dates

S2 Ep1648: Talking Tandems Chairman David Ross Mar 13, 2026

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If you’re in or around the Fife area and want to get involved in a Tandem group then our David Hogg has got some information for you…