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The RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast

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RNIB Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland
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Charles-Bonnet Syndrome
Disability Strategy Northern Ireland
Mycare
Elections NI 2027
Esme's Umbrella
Accessibility
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Belfast City Marathon
Belfast Grand Central Station
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Listen up, speak up, break down barriers A monthly podcast from RNIB in Northern Ireland exploring the issues and subjects that matter to people affected by sight loss living in NI.

Expert guests, important information, and great conversation.

If it matters to people affected by sight loss, then it matters to us.

If you have feedback for the team or have an idea for future content, just email:... more

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to episode 9 of the RNIB NI Podcast ‘REVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens’

Listen up, speak up, break down barriers. Search and subscribe via your preferred podcast provider today!

This month we catch up with CEO of BRM Group Stephe... more

Welcome to episode 8 of the RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast

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In this episode we have all sorts going on. Chair of Bangor campaigning group, Ken Carson, shares his reaction to a local win as a pedestrian cro... more

Welcome to episode 7 of the RNIB NI Podcast ‘More than the eyes can see’

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This month our Policy and Campaigns Manager Paula Beattie joins us to tal... more

Welcome to episode 6 of the RNIB NI Podcast

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This month we’re out and about with Colum Delaney from our Policy and Campaigns team. We’re talking about the types of barriers faced by the sight loss community ... more

Welcome to episode 5 of the RNIB NI Podcast ‘Let’s Talk Strategy’.

Listen up, speak up, break down barriers!

In this episode, we meet Paula Beattie, RNIB NI’s Policy and Campaigns Manager who tells us all the ways you can feedback on the Northern I... more

Welcome to episode 4 of the RNIB NI Podcast. Listen up, speak up, break down barriers!

In this our Christmas Cracker episode, we speak to Dr. Neil Black who leads on the Encompass MyCare project in Northern Ireland about some of the ways the MyCare ... more

Welcome to episode 3 of the RNIB NI Podcast. Listen up, speak up, break down barriers!

In this healthcare special, Mike Farrar, NI Permanent Secretary at the Department of Health, joins us for a fascinating, wide-ranging discussion on challenges fac... more

Listen up, speak up, break down barriers

It’s here, episode 2 of The RNIB NI podcast.

Did someone say new CEO, Announcing RNIB NI Technology Fair 2026, and What has the RNIB Policy and Campaigns team in Northern Ireland been up to since last we spo... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Kealy
Managing Director / CEO BRM Group
BRM Group
Episode: 9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Chris Conway
CEO
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Episode: 9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Raúl Moreno
Head of Sales and Strategic Partnerships
NaviLens
Episode: 9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Torie Tennant
RNIB user / NaviLens user
RNIB community
Episode: 9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Joanne Wilson
Volunteer Engagement and Communications Manager
RNIB Northern Ireland
Episode: 9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Ken Carson
Chair of the Bangor Site Group; campaigning for a pedestrian crossing
Bangor Site Group
Episode: 8: RNIB NI Podcast Episode 8 If you don't do anything, you achieve nothing.
Louise Kenny
RNIB Products and Advice Centre representative
RNIB
Episode: 8: RNIB NI Podcast Episode 8 If you don't do anything, you achieve nothing.
Niamh Kenny
Daughter of host; fundraiser and marathon participant
RNIB supporter / fundraiser
Episode: 8: RNIB NI Podcast Episode 8 If you don't do anything, you achieve nothing.
Judith Potts
Founder of Esme's Umbrella
Esme's Umbrella
Episode: 7: RNIB NI Podcast Episode 7 More than the eyes can see

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Joe Kenny
Host of RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast; RNIB Northern Ireland

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9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Q: What impact do volunteers have on RNIB NI and what are the volunteering opportunities?
Volunteers contribute across roles—from product support to public events and storytelling—greatly expanding RNIB's reach; volunteering also supports volunteers' wellbeing and employment transitions, with multiple channels to get involved.
9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Q: How does NaviLens work at Grand Central Station, and why is it significant?
NaviLens provides beacon-like codes that smartphones can read for space navigation and real-time audio guidance, enabling independent travel for blind and partially sighted users; Belfast Grand Central Station is a pioneering installation in UK and Ireland, with RNIB playing a central role in design and deployment.
9: RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast Episode 9 REVVVING It Up with our Volunteers and NaviLens
Q: What is REVV It Up and why is RNIB involved?
REVV It Up is a family-friendly festival combining tractor pulling and music, created by BRM Group to support communities and charities with RNIB as a named beneficiary for the second year, highlighting a model of corporate-community collaboration.
1: RNIB NI Podcast episode 01 - Disability is a team sport
Q: Robert, what would you say is your favourite part of the job?
Out and about meeting people, empowering groups to speak up, and seeing peer supporters become public speakers who influence attitudes and policy.
2: RNIB NI Podcast 02 Take Me to the Fair
Q: What one thing would you change if you could fix life for people with sight loss using a magic wand?
Laura would change the mindset and attitudes of employers to hire more blind or partially sighted people, backed by RNIB's employment services and support for employers.

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What is The RNIB Northern Ireland Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on accessibility, policy, and practical improvements for people with sight loss in Northern Ireland. Episodes frequently blend advocacy campaigns, hands-on technology demonstrations, and human-interest stories, with guests ranging from policy makers and NGO leaders to product testers and individuals sharing lived experiences. A standout pattern is the multi-voice format that pairs strategic insight with on-the-ground perspectives, covering topics like disability strategy, travel accessibility, election-related accessibility, and innovative assistive tech. The mix of policy discussion, community engagement, and accessible technology makes it useful for listeners who work in disability advocacy, public service, healthcare, o... more

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2. Chris Conway
3. Raúl Moreno
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6. Ken Carson
7. Louise Kenny
8. Niamh Kenny

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