RNIB Connect
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RNIB Connect

RNIB Connect Radio

639 episodes

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 (mailto:radio@rnib.org.uk). Get involved and join the conversation. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Conversations (https://audioboom.com/channel/conversations) - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On (https://audioboom.com/channel/readonair) - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk (https://audioboom.com/channel/techtalkpodcast) - Technology for blind and partially sighted people. Sport (https://audioboom.com/channel/sport) - See sport differently. The Happy Hour (https://audioboom.com/channels/5022411) - Mental health, mindfulness, and overall wellbeing. Tracks of My Life (https://audioboom.com/playlists/4634228-tracks-of-my-life) - Take a journey through our guest's life. Support (https://audioboom.com/channel/rnib-support) - Other podcasts from RNIB. TV Guide (https://audioboom.com/channel/tv-guide) - Daily audio TV listings

What this show covers

accessibilityAudio Descriptionsight lossvisual impairmentaccessible publishingRHS SandringhamAccessible artsTalking BooksGarden DesignBlindnessbroadcastingEdinburgh International Festivalaccessible theatreeye healthcampaigning

What listeners will find here

RNIB’s CEO on safer streets and better football access
This episode focuses on RNIB’s Accessible Streets campaign, pavement parking, and enhanced audio commentary on Premier League football. Allan Russell speaks with RNIB CEO Simon Antrobus about current priorities and what they could mean for blind and partially sighted people.
Why the first Global Summit for Eye Health could shape vision policy worldwide
The episode explores the first Global Summit for Eye Health, taking place on 2 November 2026. Peter Holland of the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness discusses the summit’s themes, possible policy announcements, and how its outcomes could help reach 1 billion people living with avoidable sight loss.
How MyVision Oxfordshire is marking World Sight Day 2026
World Sight Day 2026 is the focus here, with a look at how MyVision Oxfordshire plans to mark the occasion through fundraising activities. It’s a short, local-interest episode for anyone curious about getting involved and supporting sight loss services in Oxfordshire.
Why RNIB wants your experience of accessible healthcare information
Accessible healthcare information is the focus here, as RNIB invites people to share their experiences through a new survey. Amelia speaks with Khadija Raza, RNIB’s Policy Lead for Accessibility, about why the survey matters and how to take part.
Sky’s new enhanced football commentary aims to bring Premier League matches to life
This episode focuses on Sky’s new Enhanced Description service for blind and partially sighted Premier League fans, launching from October 10th. Allan Russell speaks with Steve Smith from Sky about how it works and how audience input helped shape it.

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