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RNIB Conversations

RNIB Connect Radio
Guide Dogs
Sight Loss
RNIB
Accessibility
Thomas Pocklington Trust
London
Mental Health
Vision Impairment
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Vocaleyes
Audiobooks
Assistive Technology
Visual Impairment
Education
Be My Eyes
Audio Description
Training
Macs Charity
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station sharing stories of people living with sight loss. Listen to blind and partially sighted people talk about a wide range of topics of relevance to them and join the conversation yourself by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Connect - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss. Read On - ... more

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In our sight loss story this week, Hubert chats to Shakir about growing up with sight loss, and his love for the sport of Cricket, and his proudest moments.

On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert chats to Paul, and finds out about his guide dog Rocco, who is quite a character, and a very inteligent working dog too. There are also a few funny stories involving Paul and Rocco.

In the Sight Loss Storry this week, Hubert chats to Caroline Thomas, who has been a guide dog blogs regular. This time they talk about her sight loss, and her passion for art, and how her daughter has also developed passion for art, and making her ar... more

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Recent Guests

Caroline Thomas
Artist and creator who pursued art after sight loss; previously taught crafts to children; advocate for accessibility in art
Guide Dog Blog
Episode: S2 Ep1659: Caroline Thomas - Passion For Art
Lisa Donaldson
Director of Eyecare at SeeAbility
SeeAbility
Episode: S2 Ep1658: SeeAbility Achieves GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title
Claire North
Blind athlete and trainer
Self-directed / personal branding
Episode: S2 Ep1656: Training And Life Partners Claire And Pete North
Pete North
Husband and training partner / coach
Self-directed
Episode: S2 Ep1656: Training And Life Partners Claire And Pete North
Kirin Saeed
Actor, playwright, visually impaired creator; Scotland-based founder of VICS
Visually Impaired Creators Scotland (VICS)
Episode: S2 Ep1655: Navigating Grief As A Blind Person
Dianne Lusman
Pilot (stoker) who tandem cycles with Anne
Glasgow Tandem Club
Episode: S2 Ep1653: Visuallly Impaired Tandem Cyclist Anne And Tandem Pilot Dianne
Anne Fraser
Visually impaired tandem cyclist and founder of Glasgow Tandem Club
Glasgow Tandem Club
Episode: S2 Ep1653: Visuallly Impaired Tandem Cyclist Anne And Tandem Pilot Dianne
Henry Green
Scuba diving buddy and instructor involved in adaptive diving
Reef Divers (mentioned as the dive shop) / self
Episode: S2 Ep1652: Blind Diver Jessica Peter And Diver Henry Green Discuss On Friendship
Jessica Peter
Content creator, scuba diver, and motivational speaker
Self-reported by episode
Episode: S2 Ep1652: Blind Diver Jessica Peter And Diver Henry Green Discuss On Friendship

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Toby
Host of RNIB Connect Radio interviews and related segments

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#137
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Apple Podcasts
#141
South Africa/Government
Apple Podcasts
#196
Netherlands/Government

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S2 Ep1653: Visuallly Impaired Tandem Cyclist Anne And Tandem Pilot Dianne
Q: You've had an accident in the past. How did you work toward getting back on the bike together and feeling comfortable again?
They describe the recovery process, emphasizing resilience, gradual rebuilding of confidence, and the importance of trust and support from each other and their community.
S2 Ep1653: Visuallly Impaired Tandem Cyclist Anne And Tandem Pilot Dianne
Q: So, Anne, let's start with how you first got into tandem cycling.
Anne explains discovering tandem cycling through early experiences with Guide Dogs' adventure groups, a Normandy tandem holiday, and the thrill of riding with a capable pilot, which solidified her passion for tandem cycling.
S2 Ep1652: Blind Diver Jessica Peter And Diver Henry Green Discuss On Friendship
Q: What is one of your most special moments diving together?
Henry describes the Madagascar wreck dive with thousands of fish and vibrant life as transformative, noting Jessica's energy and the subsequent dives back to the wreck, while Jessica reflects on feeling the energy and connections with the fish even when she couldn't see them, deepening their bond.
S2 Ep1652: Blind Diver Jessica Peter And Diver Henry Green Discuss On Friendship
Q: What makes Henry a great diving buddy for you, Jessica?
Jessica highlights Henry's passion for diving, his extensive experience, and the energy and humor he brings, which provide motivation and a model for exploring new techniques like freediving and different underwater perspectives.
S2 Ep1652: Blind Diver Jessica Peter And Diver Henry Green Discuss On Friendship
Q: When was the first time you and Henry met, and what do you remember about your first impression?
Jessica recalls meeting during an adaptive diving course in Pretoria and noting Henry's calm, serious focus on diving, which sparked fascination and a desire to learn from him; Henry describes how he invited Jessica to try an adaptive dive and how her excitement convinced him she would be a great partner, leading to their ongoing collaboration.

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What is RNIB Conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A program focused on sight loss, accessibility, and inclusion, featuring interviews with people living with blindness or partial sight, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Episodes span practical guidance on medication shortages, personal journeys with guide dogs, and the use of assistive technology in gaming; coverage also includes accessible theatre and museum experiences, charity campaigns, and documentary projects that illuminate lived experiences. Notable throughlines include real-world advice for navigating health systems, deep dives into assistive tech and accessibility in everyday life, and high-profile collaborations that push for better services and representation. The show often pairs personal narratives with expert context,... more

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1. Caroline Thomas
2. Lisa Donaldson
3. Claire North
4. Pete North
5. Kirin Saeed
6. Dianne Lusman
7. Anne Fraser
8. Henry Green

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