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 Ep1647: Rob Sears Attending WrestleMania With Sight Loss Mar 13, 2026

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What’s it like attending a major wrestling event when you’re living with sight loss? David Hogg spoke to Rob Sears whose done just that…

S2 Ep1644: Share Your Experiences Of Visual Imagination Mar 12, 2026

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A study from Cardiff University is hoping to uncover more information on the potential links between sight loss and visual imagination. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.

To take part in the survey, visit the Cardiff University Website - Invitation to participate in research on visual imagination and sight impairment - Cardiff University

S2 Ep1275: Claire Sisk and Briony May Williams bake for the RNIB Out of Sight Campaign Mar 11, 2026

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For the RNIB Out of Sight campaign and the Life On Pause petition RNIB Ambassador, content creator and Radio Broadcaster Claire Sisk plus Celebrity Chef, Presenter and Podcaster Briony May Williams came together to film a baking session at PaperMill Studios in London to support the campaign and to encourage people to sign the petition which is all about the importance of Vision Rehabilitation Services ensuring blind and partially sighted people get the support they need when they need it.

Claire and Briony began by telling RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about what they baked together for the video shoot, then to Claire explaining how important Vision Rehabilitation services were for her when she started to lose her sight, plus highlighting some of the gadgets Claire uses when baking and cooking and finally why the Out of Sight campaign and the Life on Pause petition is so important to ensure blind and partially sighted people get the right support they need when they need it.

To find out more about the RNIB Out of Sight campaign and to sign the Life on Pause petition do visit - https://www.rnib.org.uk/campaign-with-us/support-a-campaign/out-of-sight/

S2 Ep1643: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 07/03/2026 Mar 10, 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 his visit to Wales and RNIB’s Swap With Me bus travel work.

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

Image shows Simon smiling for the camera. He is a white man with neat, short fair hair, dressed in a white shirt and charcoal suit jacket.

S2 Ep1637: AD Movie Review - The Golden Spurtle Mar 10, 2026

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Looking for an uplifting watch? Amelia and Hubert are here with a warm and comforting recommendation.

You can watch The Golden Spurtle with AD on Apple TV +

Image shows "The Golden Spurtle" poster. A cartoonised poster showing an array of intriguing characters. A man in a sharp suit sits at a centre tartan podium with a banner which reads: "World Porridge Championship." He's enjoying a glowing bowl of porridge. Behind him 6 characters, from left to right a tall serious man fills a pot with oats, a younger man eats his porridge, an grey-haired lady waves a Scottish flag, a chef scribbles down his rating on a note pad, a female chef with an apron throws a towel over her shoulder, finally a man with a moustache proudly holds up a red bowl of porridge.

S2 Ep1642: Meet The Caversham Visually Impaired Pedallers Mar 06, 2026

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If you know the difference between a pilot and a stoker then you might be just the person to join a growing cycling club in Berkshire. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.

S2 Ep1641: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical AD theatre review Mar 06, 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 time we have the arrival of the Percy Jackson universe to the Birmingham Hippodrome with ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical’ following on from Rick Riordan’s best-selling novels, the two movies and the Disney TV series too with description by Professional Audio Describer Caroline Burn.

About ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical’

When 16-year-old Percy Jackson discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek God, Poseidon, his life takes a dramatic turn as he is plunged into a world much bigger than he could possibly have imagined.

With newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want and a whole mythology textbook’s worth of mythical monsters on his tail, Percy must learn what it means to be a hero.

The future of the world hangs in the balance as Percy and his friends embark on an epic adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Over the past 20 years, Percy Jackson has become a worldwide phenomenon. First there was the best-selling series of books, then two incredible films and a Disney TV series. Now the adventures of Percy Jackson will burst onto the stage at Birmingham Hippodrome. It’s the perfect adventure for gods and mortals of all ages with a gripping story that shows that ‘normal’ really is a myth!

To find out more about ‘The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical’ do visit - https://percyjacksonmusical.com

S2 Ep1639: Katie Piper On Supermarket Accessibility Mar 05, 2026

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How can the weekly shop be a better experience for blind and partially sighted people?

Amelia spoke to disability activist Katie Piper about Navilens comingto Fruit Shoot and recent research exploring sight loss and supermarket experiences...

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.

S2 Ep1638: March 2026 Almanac Mar 05, 2026

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March is here which means another monthly almanac from Amelia. Here are some celebrations and birdsongs to look forward to…

P.S. Don’t forget the clocks go forward on Sunday the 29th March too!

Learn more about the nature you can enjoy all year round on the RSPB website - RSPB Bird & Wildlife Conservation Charity

S2 Ep1638: RNIB See Work Differently Placement - Ibiere's Experience Mar 05, 2026

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RNIB is creating opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to gain practical experience. Hywel Davies caught up with members of RNIB’s Policy and Campaigns team to hear their experiences of the ‘See Work Differently’ scheme.

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