RNIB Connect
Episodes
- S2 Ep1736: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 09/05/2026
Each week, on RNIB Connect Radio we sit 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 began with the announcement that actor, and star of Disney+ UK’s ‘Riva…
- S2 Ep1735: Neil Atkinson on Voting as a Visually Impaired Person
RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Neil Atkinson, RNIB Scotland, Social Action Community Coordinator to find out how how he found it voting as a visually impaired person in the Scottish Parliament Election on Thursday 7 May 2026…
- S2 Ep1734: VICTA Parents Event Coming To Birmingham
The parents of children who are blind or partially sighted are being given the chance to meet up in person and share their experiences. Hywel Davies has been hearing about the upcoming VICTA Parents Conference. For more information on the…
- S2 Ep1733: RNIB See Work Differently Placement - Aarifah & Eric
RNIB’s See Work Differently Placement programme offers placements across RNIB Teams and gives people with sight loss the chance to gain real work experience with supportive employers and move closer to the jobs and futures they want. Ameli…
- S2 Ep1732: Sight Village Leeds Preview
Sight Village exhibitions are a great way to learn more about products and services designed for blind and partially sighted people in your area. Hywel Davies has been hearing all about plans for this year’s Sight Village Leeds. For more i…
- S2 Ep1713: Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone - Laura Chow, Head of Charities, Postcode Lottery
We are celebrating the power of people helping other people and an incredible £15 million in flexible funding raised by players of the Postcode Lottery supporting the work that the RNIB does to help blind and partially sighted people live…
- S2 Ep1712: Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone Supporting RNIB’s Libraries Engagement Manager
We are celebrating the power of people helping other people and an incredible £15 million in flexible funding raised by players of the Postcode Lottery supporting the work that the RNIB does to help blind and partially sighted people live…
- S2 Ep1731: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Barnum, AD Theatre Review
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 it…
- S2 Ep1730: Actor Victoria Smurfit Becomes RNIB’s New President
Victoria Smurfit has been appointed as the new President of RNIB. She discusses her family's connection to the charity and her goals for the role, succeeding Dame Gail Ronson DBE.
- S2 Ep1729: Dame Gail Ronson DBE Looks Back on 14 Years as RNIB President
Dame Gail Ronson DBE looks back on her 14 years as President of RNIB. Victoria Smurfit has been appointed as the new President, and Dame Gail Ronson DBE will become Honorary President.
- S2 Ep1728: Tam Gilbert - Second Extant Trainee Artistic Director
Tam Gilbert, Trainee Artistic Director at Extant, discusses her background in writing and theatre, her work at Extant, and the "marking Time" project. She also shares her future plans after her time as Trainee Artistic Director concludes.
- S2 Ep1726: Collective Climate Repair - Free Tree Touch Tour
This episode discusses Collective Climate Repair, a UK initiative focusing on nature-based solutions for climate change. It also details a free tree touch tour for blind and partially sighted individuals in London’s Victoria Park, offered…
- S2 Ep1727: RNIB Voice of the Customer Research Programme Focusing on Community Eye Care
This episode of RNIB Connect discusses the RNIB Voice of the Customer Research Programme. It focuses on a recent meeting about community eye care research, featuring insights from the RNIB's Insight team, a visually impaired participant, a…
- S2 Ep1725: Hable Speechlabels Available in the RNIB Online Shop…
Time to browse through some of the products that are available in the RNIB’s online shop as Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop buying administrator gives RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey a walk through some of the items that are currently on display…
- S2 Ep1722: RNIB See Work Differently Placement - Hannah & Anita
RNIB’s See Work Differently Placement programme offers placements across RNIB Teams and gives people with sight loss the chance to gain real work experience with supportive employers and move closer to the jobs and futures they want. RNIB…
- S2 Ep1724: New Documentary Showcases Women's Blind Football
A sensational goal scored by the England Women’s Blind Football team has been featured in a new documentary. Hywel Davies has been finding out how the project came about and what an impact it could have on the sport. You can find the fully…
- S2 Ep1723: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 02/05/2026
Each week, on RNIB Connect Radio we sit 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 began by celebrating and thanking all of the Team RNIB runners who too…
- S2 Ep1721: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - To Kill a Mockingbird, AD Theatre Review
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 Vi…
- S2 Ep1720: Wellbeing Benefits Of Birdspotting With RSPB
As International Dawn Chorus day approaches, how can birdsong boost your wellebing? Amelia gets tips from RSPB Wildlife Expert Beth Dean ahead of International Dawn Chorus day. Learn more about International Dawn Chorus Day on the RSPB web…
- S2 Ep1723: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns Update 01/05/2026
Each month, RNIB Connect Radio speak to some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re working on at the moment. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to ge…
- S2 Ep1711: Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone Supporting the RNIB Visibly Better Employer Standard
We are celebrating the power of people helping other people and an incredible £15 million in flexible funding raised by players of the Postcode Lottery supporting the work that the RNIB does to help blind and partially sighted people live…
- S2 Ep1724: Support For Blind & Partially Sighted Voters For May 7th 2026 Elections
If you'reblind or partially sighted and voting in the 2026 UK elections, there are various pieces of assistive technology, and staff support, on offer to help you cast your vote independently and in secret. There are differences around the…
- S2 Ep1723: Will You Join 'The Big Do'?
This June The Eden Project are encouraging communities across Scotland to come together for ‘The Big Do’. Hywel Davies has been finding out how you can join the fun. Visit the Eden Project website for more information on The Big Do - The b…
- S2 Ep1719: Identifying Birds By Song With RSPB
A symphony of beautiful birdsong will take place on the 3rd of May, but how can you recognise birds using their song? Amelia gets tips from RSPB Wildlife Expert Beth Dean ahead of International Dawn Chorus day. Tune in again to learn how b…
- S2 Ep1718: An Introduction To International Dawn Chorus Day With RSPB
On the 3rd of May many birds will sing together in a symphony, Amelia is here to learn more about how to enjoy the dawn chorus with Beth Dean from RSPB. Tune in again for tips on identifying birds by their song and how listening can boost…
- S2 Ep1721: Call for Musicians for Elizabeth Eagle Bot Memorial Fund Concer
If you’re a blind or partially sighted musician whose received funding from the Elizabeth Eagle Bot Memorial Fund then you could perform at a prestigious London venue this summer. David Hogg finds out more… Please submit your expression of…
- S2 Ep1721: How Accessible Is Taking Part In TV Recording?
What’s it like taking part in the filming of television programme if you’re blind or partially sighted? Hywel Davies has been hearing about the experiences of one participant in a new series from the BBC. You can find Anum's episode of 'Sh…
- S2 Ep1721: Taking Part in RNIB's See Work Differently Program - Daryl
Barry Snell chats to Daryl Stewart to find out what it’s like participating in RNIB’s See Work Differently Program. Learn more about RNIB's See Work Differently Program Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’…
- Postcode Lottery RNIB £15m Milestone Supports the RNIB Helpline
We are celebrating the power of people helping other people and an incredible £15 million in flexible funding raised by players of the Postcode Lottery supporting the work that the RNIB does to help blind and partially sighted people live…
- S2 Ep1717: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 25/04/2026
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 Belfast and RNIB Connect Radio’s A…