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 Ep1510: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns Update 27/11/2025. Nov 27, 2025

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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/news
or call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999
Follow @RNIB_Campaigns on your socials or search for RNIB Campaigns
#RNIBConnect
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S2 Ep1509: Cooking And Communication Tools In The RNIB Shop Nov 26, 2025

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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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S2 Ep1508: Join The Blind and VI Football Festival In London Nov 25, 2025

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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

S2 Ep1507: Seasonal Sale At The RNIB Shop Nov 25, 2025

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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.

S2 Ep1506: 'Chris McCausland: Seeing into the Future' - Reaction From The 'Tech Talk' Team Nov 24, 2025

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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

S2 Ep1505: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 22/11/2025 Nov 21, 2025

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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 support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk
You can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask your Amazon device to call RNIB's Helpline.
#RNIBConnect
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S2 Ep1504: UK Charity Responds To Latest Covid-19 Inquiry Report Nov 21, 2025

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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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S2 Ep1502: Making And Creating - Roundtable Nov 21, 2025

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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.
Learn more about ways to get creative on the RNIB website - Art and crafts for blind and partially sighted people | RNIB | RNIB

S2 Ep1503: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Moulin Rouge, AD Theatre Review Nov 21, 2025

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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 splendour, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. A theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and — above all — love, Moulin Rouge! is more than a musical; it is a state of mind.
For more about the show visit: Home - Moulin Rouge! The Musical
And for more about access at Birmingham Hippodrome: Access Hub – Birmingham Hippodrome
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S2 Ep1501: Soundplay Experience - Sub-Bass Soft Space Nov 19, 2025

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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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