RNIB Connect Radio
@rnibradio.bsky.social
Europe's first radio station for blind and partially sighted people.
Freeview 730/Online/Smart Devices
Community Station Of The Year at The ARIAS 2024.
Website: https://www.rnib.org.uk/connect-radio/
Header photo: young boy with headphones on relaxing.
Freeview 730/Online/Smart Devices
Community Station Of The Year at The ARIAS 2024.
Website: https://www.rnib.org.uk/connect-radio/
Header photo: young boy with headphones on relaxing.
🎨 How do blind and partially sighted people explore their experiences through art?
For our latest roundtable discussion we're putting Sian, Kerrie, Julie and Alan in the hot seat.
Listen Friday 21st November at 11:30 am.
For our latest roundtable discussion we're putting Sian, Kerrie, Julie and Alan in the hot seat.
Listen Friday 21st November at 11:30 am.
November 20, 2025 at 3:47 PM
🎨 How do blind and partially sighted people explore their experiences through art?
For our latest roundtable discussion we're putting Sian, Kerrie, Julie and Alan in the hot seat.
Listen Friday 21st November at 11:30 am.
For our latest roundtable discussion we're putting Sian, Kerrie, Julie and Alan in the hot seat.
Listen Friday 21st November at 11:30 am.
"I really believe in the power of music and the power of singing to lift a person's spirit."
This December, Get Gospel Choir is performing at RNIB's Evening of Festive Music in Westminster Chapel🎄
We spoke with founder of the Choir, Jules Rendell.
This December, Get Gospel Choir is performing at RNIB's Evening of Festive Music in Westminster Chapel🎄
We spoke with founder of the Choir, Jules Rendell.
November 19, 2025 at 11:14 AM
"I really believe in the power of music and the power of singing to lift a person's spirit."
This December, Get Gospel Choir is performing at RNIB's Evening of Festive Music in Westminster Chapel🎄
We spoke with founder of the Choir, Jules Rendell.
This December, Get Gospel Choir is performing at RNIB's Evening of Festive Music in Westminster Chapel🎄
We spoke with founder of the Choir, Jules Rendell.
What is it like being matched with a new guide dog?
Our presenter Toby Davey joins us for Guide Dog blogs on the Lunch Break today.
Listen from 12 noon.
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Our presenter Toby Davey joins us for Guide Dog blogs on the Lunch Break today.
Listen from 12 noon.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:02 AM
What is it like being matched with a new guide dog?
Our presenter Toby Davey joins us for Guide Dog blogs on the Lunch Break today.
Listen from 12 noon.
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Our presenter Toby Davey joins us for Guide Dog blogs on the Lunch Break today.
Listen from 12 noon.
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Titch the Elf is back!
And busy practicing for the annual Elf Karaoke Contest and helping blind and partially sighted little ones get an accessible Letter from Santa🎅
Listen to Allan and Titch's adventure here: bit.ly/TitchTheElf2...
And busy practicing for the annual Elf Karaoke Contest and helping blind and partially sighted little ones get an accessible Letter from Santa🎅
Listen to Allan and Titch's adventure here: bit.ly/TitchTheElf2...
November 5, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Titch the Elf is back!
And busy practicing for the annual Elf Karaoke Contest and helping blind and partially sighted little ones get an accessible Letter from Santa🎅
Listen to Allan and Titch's adventure here: bit.ly/TitchTheElf2...
And busy practicing for the annual Elf Karaoke Contest and helping blind and partially sighted little ones get an accessible Letter from Santa🎅
Listen to Allan and Titch's adventure here: bit.ly/TitchTheElf2...
"That was the first time I'd ever heard about any kind of support that I could get. From my rehabilitation worker, 12 years after my diagnosis."
Following her sight loss diagnosis, Bhavini had to put her life on pause.
Join RNIB's call for change: https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
Following her sight loss diagnosis, Bhavini had to put her life on pause.
Join RNIB's call for change: https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
November 2, 2025 at 5:24 PM
"That was the first time I'd ever heard about any kind of support that I could get. From my rehabilitation worker, 12 years after my diagnosis."
Following her sight loss diagnosis, Bhavini had to put her life on pause.
Join RNIB's call for change: https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
Following her sight loss diagnosis, Bhavini had to put her life on pause.
Join RNIB's call for change: https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
Happy Halloween from Grimm Russell and his guide dog Grimm Jayson 🎃
October 31, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Happy Halloween from Grimm Russell and his guide dog Grimm Jayson 🎃
Spooky Rock and Roll vibes anyone?🦇
Gary Moritz has a special show heading your way tomorrow, don't miss it.
We'll know if you did...
Gary Moritz has a special show heading your way tomorrow, don't miss it.
We'll know if you did...
October 27, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Spooky Rock and Roll vibes anyone?🦇
Gary Moritz has a special show heading your way tomorrow, don't miss it.
We'll know if you did...
Gary Moritz has a special show heading your way tomorrow, don't miss it.
We'll know if you did...
Following eye complications, David had to leave a successful job in IT and move back home with his parents.
18 months on, he was still waiting for a vision rehabilitation assessment from his local authority.
Sign RNIB’s petition calling for change: bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
18 months on, he was still waiting for a vision rehabilitation assessment from his local authority.
Sign RNIB’s petition calling for change: bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
October 26, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Following eye complications, David had to leave a successful job in IT and move back home with his parents.
18 months on, he was still waiting for a vision rehabilitation assessment from his local authority.
Sign RNIB’s petition calling for change: bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
18 months on, he was still waiting for a vision rehabilitation assessment from his local authority.
Sign RNIB’s petition calling for change: bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
"(On bin day) I used to bounce around Glasgow like a municipal pinball."
Actor and Comedian Jamie MacDonald sits down with RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell for a new series looking at life as a blind person.
Hear their full conversation here: https://bit.ly/JamieMacDonaldPodcast
Actor and Comedian Jamie MacDonald sits down with RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell for a new series looking at life as a blind person.
Hear their full conversation here: https://bit.ly/JamieMacDonaldPodcast
October 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
"(On bin day) I used to bounce around Glasgow like a municipal pinball."
Actor and Comedian Jamie MacDonald sits down with RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell for a new series looking at life as a blind person.
Hear their full conversation here: https://bit.ly/JamieMacDonaldPodcast
Actor and Comedian Jamie MacDonald sits down with RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell for a new series looking at life as a blind person.
Hear their full conversation here: https://bit.ly/JamieMacDonaldPodcast
New research shows 4 in 5 local authorities in England failed to complete vision rehabilitation assessments within the recommended timeframe.
Young mum Eloise is just one of many blind and partially sighted people who had to wait on support.
Join RNIB's call to action:https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
Young mum Eloise is just one of many blind and partially sighted people who had to wait on support.
Join RNIB's call to action:https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
October 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
New research shows 4 in 5 local authorities in England failed to complete vision rehabilitation assessments within the recommended timeframe.
Young mum Eloise is just one of many blind and partially sighted people who had to wait on support.
Join RNIB's call to action:https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
Young mum Eloise is just one of many blind and partially sighted people who had to wait on support.
Join RNIB's call to action:https://bit.ly/RNIBOutOfSight
"You are not alone, no matter how isolated it feels sometimes."
As we mark #WorldMentalHealthDay, young Jam spoke on the Happy Hour about the importance of support.
If you have a question about living with sight loss, RNIB Helpline is here for you. Call 0303 123 9999.
As we mark #WorldMentalHealthDay, young Jam spoke on the Happy Hour about the importance of support.
If you have a question about living with sight loss, RNIB Helpline is here for you. Call 0303 123 9999.
October 10, 2025 at 2:08 PM
"You are not alone, no matter how isolated it feels sometimes."
As we mark #WorldMentalHealthDay, young Jam spoke on the Happy Hour about the importance of support.
If you have a question about living with sight loss, RNIB Helpline is here for you. Call 0303 123 9999.
As we mark #WorldMentalHealthDay, young Jam spoke on the Happy Hour about the importance of support.
If you have a question about living with sight loss, RNIB Helpline is here for you. Call 0303 123 9999.
Hats, visors, lights, sunglasses, and winter❄️
Join us for the Wellbeing and Wintering roundtable discussion this Friday as our guests discuss everything from their top tips for winter survival, to overcoming winter challenges.
Listen Friday 10th October from 11:30 am.
Join us for the Wellbeing and Wintering roundtable discussion this Friday as our guests discuss everything from their top tips for winter survival, to overcoming winter challenges.
Listen Friday 10th October from 11:30 am.
October 8, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Hats, visors, lights, sunglasses, and winter❄️
Join us for the Wellbeing and Wintering roundtable discussion this Friday as our guests discuss everything from their top tips for winter survival, to overcoming winter challenges.
Listen Friday 10th October from 11:30 am.
Join us for the Wellbeing and Wintering roundtable discussion this Friday as our guests discuss everything from their top tips for winter survival, to overcoming winter challenges.
Listen Friday 10th October from 11:30 am.
Football playing guide dog? 🤯
Hear Guide Dog Blogs every Monday on The Lunch Break with Hubert Pawelkiewicz and guide dog Cesar 🐶 On air from 12 noon.
Do you have your own guide dog story to share? Get in touch! Email [email protected]
Hear Guide Dog Blogs every Monday on The Lunch Break with Hubert Pawelkiewicz and guide dog Cesar 🐶 On air from 12 noon.
Do you have your own guide dog story to share? Get in touch! Email [email protected]
October 6, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Football playing guide dog? 🤯
Hear Guide Dog Blogs every Monday on The Lunch Break with Hubert Pawelkiewicz and guide dog Cesar 🐶 On air from 12 noon.
Do you have your own guide dog story to share? Get in touch! Email [email protected]
Hear Guide Dog Blogs every Monday on The Lunch Break with Hubert Pawelkiewicz and guide dog Cesar 🐶 On air from 12 noon.
Do you have your own guide dog story to share? Get in touch! Email [email protected]
⁉️ We love a mystery theme.
Join Ken Reid on next week's very personal episode of the Mix Tape.
Listen on RNIB Connect Radio this Monday 6th of October at 8 pm.
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Join Ken Reid on next week's very personal episode of the Mix Tape.
Listen on RNIB Connect Radio this Monday 6th of October at 8 pm.
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October 5, 2025 at 5:32 PM
⁉️ We love a mystery theme.
Join Ken Reid on next week's very personal episode of the Mix Tape.
Listen on RNIB Connect Radio this Monday 6th of October at 8 pm.
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Join Ken Reid on next week's very personal episode of the Mix Tape.
Listen on RNIB Connect Radio this Monday 6th of October at 8 pm.
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Sarah was diagnosed with myopic macular degeneration seven years ago but it wasn't until much later that she learned about the support and services available to her.
Find out what support is available, call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email [email protected]
Find out what support is available, call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email [email protected]
September 22, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Sarah was diagnosed with myopic macular degeneration seven years ago but it wasn't until much later that she learned about the support and services available to her.
Find out what support is available, call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email [email protected]
Find out what support is available, call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email [email protected]
First episode of RNIB NI Podcast 7pm tonight📻
On this month's podcast, hosts Joe and Micheal talk campaigning in Northern Ireland, myths around disability and welfare, and interview RNIB Northern Ireland Country Director.
Listen Freeview 730, smart speakers & online https://bit.ly/RNIBConnectRadio
On this month's podcast, hosts Joe and Micheal talk campaigning in Northern Ireland, myths around disability and welfare, and interview RNIB Northern Ireland Country Director.
Listen Freeview 730, smart speakers & online https://bit.ly/RNIBConnectRadio
September 15, 2025 at 3:54 PM
First episode of RNIB NI Podcast 7pm tonight📻
On this month's podcast, hosts Joe and Micheal talk campaigning in Northern Ireland, myths around disability and welfare, and interview RNIB Northern Ireland Country Director.
Listen Freeview 730, smart speakers & online https://bit.ly/RNIBConnectRadio
On this month's podcast, hosts Joe and Micheal talk campaigning in Northern Ireland, myths around disability and welfare, and interview RNIB Northern Ireland Country Director.
Listen Freeview 730, smart speakers & online https://bit.ly/RNIBConnectRadio
What puts us off making a will?
For Remember a Charity Week, solicitor Emily Littlehales explained why we put off writing a will.
Gifts in Wills help RNIB provide life-changing services and support to many blind and partially sighted people.
Find your free Will guide: bit.ly/RACWeek2025
For Remember a Charity Week, solicitor Emily Littlehales explained why we put off writing a will.
Gifts in Wills help RNIB provide life-changing services and support to many blind and partially sighted people.
Find your free Will guide: bit.ly/RACWeek2025
September 13, 2025 at 3:07 PM
What puts us off making a will?
For Remember a Charity Week, solicitor Emily Littlehales explained why we put off writing a will.
Gifts in Wills help RNIB provide life-changing services and support to many blind and partially sighted people.
Find your free Will guide: bit.ly/RACWeek2025
For Remember a Charity Week, solicitor Emily Littlehales explained why we put off writing a will.
Gifts in Wills help RNIB provide life-changing services and support to many blind and partially sighted people.
Find your free Will guide: bit.ly/RACWeek2025
Tonight on The Jazz Club, we celebrate legendary blind musician Sir George Shearing🎶
Hear an exclusive clip of host Jake Heart interviewing Carl from Shear Brass, a band dedicated to playing new arrangements of Shearing's music.
Listen this Friday 6 pm and Saturday 8 pm.
Hear an exclusive clip of host Jake Heart interviewing Carl from Shear Brass, a band dedicated to playing new arrangements of Shearing's music.
Listen this Friday 6 pm and Saturday 8 pm.
September 12, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Tonight on The Jazz Club, we celebrate legendary blind musician Sir George Shearing🎶
Hear an exclusive clip of host Jake Heart interviewing Carl from Shear Brass, a band dedicated to playing new arrangements of Shearing's music.
Listen this Friday 6 pm and Saturday 8 pm.
Hear an exclusive clip of host Jake Heart interviewing Carl from Shear Brass, a band dedicated to playing new arrangements of Shearing's music.
Listen this Friday 6 pm and Saturday 8 pm.
In 2010 Dave suffered a stroke, which significantly affected his sight. Through RNIB's community and support groups, he was able to regain his independence.
Thanks to gifts in Wills, RNIB can be there for people with sight loss.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/RACWeek2025
Thanks to gifts in Wills, RNIB can be there for people with sight loss.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/RACWeek2025
September 10, 2025 at 8:53 PM
In 2010 Dave suffered a stroke, which significantly affected his sight. Through RNIB's community and support groups, he was able to regain his independence.
Thanks to gifts in Wills, RNIB can be there for people with sight loss.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/RACWeek2025
Thanks to gifts in Wills, RNIB can be there for people with sight loss.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/RACWeek2025