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In 2011 Eddie Izzard, the man who turned talking Bollocks into an art form performed and sold–out Madison Square Garden in New York. He spent a three-month residency at the Theatre de Dix Heures in Paris performing STRIPPED: Tout en Francais in French! and then became the first stand-up to play a solo show at Los Angeles legendary Hollywood Bowl. It was an extraordinary year from an extraordinary man. Never one to rest on his laurels Izzard now plans to take on the world with a brand-new com ...
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RNIB Connect

RNIB Connect Radio

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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/ ...
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For the past 18 years, I have dedicated my life to playing Rugby League, with 10 of those years spent in Australia. Rugby became my mission, and life seemed amazing. However, fate had a different plan for me. After enduring several knee reconstructions, I found myself spiraling into a dark place filled with anxiety, depression, and the need to numb my emotions through excessive partying.Retirement in 2018 left me utterly lost, lacking direction and purpose. Before things reached an extremely ...
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The Yours, Mine, Away! Podcast

The Yours, Mine, Away! Podcast

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The Yours, Mine, Away Podcast will deliver a never heard before insight to the wonderful world of Goalkeeping from experienced English Professional Goalkeeper, Mark Howard. From current premiership stars, legends between the sticks, masterminds behind the game of goalkeeping and grass roots stars of tomorrow amongst much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dr Mudasser Hussain, Dentist and Executive Coach at Clarity Coaching International brings inspirational individuals to share their story of how they became successful entrepreneurs. The purpose of the podcast is to inspire, motivate, uplift and increase awareness of the philosophy of Performance Coaching.
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Peter Scott-Morgan intends to defy his fatal diagnosis and live on as a cyborg. Peter is extraordinary. A robotics scientist, an acclaimed business process expert and an accomplished author. Peter and his partner, Francis, were also the first same-sex couple to be legally married in the UK. In 2017, Peter discovered he had a Motor Neurone Disease (MND). From the very start, he saw this terminal diagnosis as an opportunity to put his fascination with robotics and science fiction into practice ...
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"Welcome to the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast – 'Real Chat for Real Runners.' Join your hosts, Nick Hancock, a UESCA and UK Athletics certified running coach, and Faye Johnson, a UK Athletics running coach and Level 4 PT, on an epic journey into the world of marathon and ultramarathon running. We're not just about the road here - we're hitting the trails and conquering mountains too. Our mission? To deliver professional insights, training tips, and inspiring stories to everyday runners. Wh ...
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In this gripping episode of the Ollie Olds Podcast, I sit down with the legendary Alan Phillips, former Wales Rugby Team Manager, to pull back the curtain on the real story behind Welsh rugby's rise and struggles. Alan shares the untold highs and lows of managing the Welsh squad, including how the team was financially broke during its darkest days …
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As we celebrate 200 years of Braille, Hywel Davies has been speaking with The Braillists Foundation, a grass-roots community group offering training and support to both new and established braille users. To find out more about the work of The Braillists Foundation, visit their website - The Braillists Foundation – Our Mission: More Braille!…
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As we all celebrate 200 years since Louis Braille invented his tactile reading and writing system for blind and partially sighted people through the RNIB Braille 200 year long campaign raising the awareness of Braille to visually impaired and sighted people here on RNIB Connect Radio we are chatting with people who are Braille users to find out wha…
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Each week we sit down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week we covered the Post-Paralympics party with RNIB Connect Radio, Louisa Wickam's endorsement of RNIB's Eye Care Support Pathy in Optometry Today and the upcoming party conferences. If you, or someone you know, wou…
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Marianas Trench have just dropped their sixth album Haven. their bassist Mike Ayley speaks to A Little Alternative's David Hogg, about the creation of the record, how tour preparations are going and when we can expect the band to tour the UK. You can catch A Little Alternative on RNIB Connect Radio every Friday at 9pm or Saturdays at 7pm. Image Des…
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The charity ‘Fight For Sight’ has relaunched. Hywel Davies has been hearing about the new identity and new mission of the organisation. For more information on Fight For Sight, visit their website - www.fightforsight.org.uk Image: The Fight for Sight logo which resembles an eye and the eyelid below it, with the eyelid curving upwards to reference o…
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With ancient tortoises, blue footed boobies, clambering iguanas and more, the Galapagos islands are a nature-lover's paradise. Join Jonathan as he encounters the wonders of the island in this week's Travelogue. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows Jonathan Abro, a whi…
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Fancy a trip to Paris, Morroco or New York? Well, you can explore these locations and more through Sir John Lavery’s beautiful artworks at the national galleries of Scotland. Amelia talked to Meg Faragher to learn more about the AD tour and art workshop. The session takes place in person on Wednesday 18 September 2024, 10.15am–3.30pm Learn more on …
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In this episode I dive deep into a topic that many of us struggle with—feeling stuck and why we can’t seem to follow through on the promises we make to ourselves. I break down the reasons behind this frustrating cycle, explaining how it impacts our confidence and fuels anxiety. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by your inability to stick to your word,…
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A new play for children will explore Britain’s black ancestry using music and rap. Hywel Davies has been finding out all about ‘The Welsh Dragon’. For tickets and visit more information, visit the Theatr Iolo website - Welsh Dragon — Theatr Iolo Image: A black dragon opens its wings above the text 'The Welsh Dragon' written in chunky graffiti lette…
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Changes are coming to the Winter Fuel Payments, but RNIB are here to help you understand them and how to claim. Amelia spoke to RNIB Legal Rights Officer, Dominic Milne, to learn more. Call the RNIB helpline on 0303 123 9999 for support on which benefits you're entitled to. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written in bold black capital …
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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 North East. For free tickets, you can visit the QAC website - Sight Village North East - Leeds - Queen Alexandra College (qac.ac…
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Remember A Charity Week runs from September 9th to the 15th and encourages us to leave a legacy in our bequests to a favourite charity. How does the money left to RNIB benefit the lives of blind and partially sighted people? Our David Hogg spoke to RNIB Service User Dave Reaney to hear how the charity helped him following his sight loss. To learn m…
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Remember A Charity Week runs from September 9th to the 15th and encourages us to leave a legacy in our bequests to a favourite charity. How does leaving a gift in your will impact RNIB? Hywel Davies has been speaking to RNIB’s Head of Legacy Engagement this ‘Remember A Charity Week’. To learn more about RNIB and how to leave a legacy, go to www.rni…
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Remember A Charity Week runs from September 9th to the 15th and encourages us to leave a legacy in our bequests to a favourite charity. Now here is our Toby Davey with news about why one visually impaired RNIB Volunteer wanted to leave a gift in his will to the RNIB… To learn more about RNIB and how to leave a legacy, go to www.rnib.org.uk/legacy #…
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Remember A Charity Week runs from September 9th to the 15th and encourages us to leave a legacy in our bequests to a favourite charity. Are you one of the many people in the UK who doesn't have a will? Robert Kirkwood finds out why some people are put off writing them and the benefits of having one. To learn more about RNIB and how to leave a legac…
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Remember A Charity Week runs from September 9th to the 15th and encourages us to leave a legacy in our bequests to a favourite charity. Inheritance Tax is a 'plannable tax' that you can mitigate with some professional help. Robert Kirkwood finds out more this Remember A Charity Week. To learn more about RNIB and how to leave a legacy, go to www.rni…
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Remember A Charity Week runs from September 9th to the 15th and encourages us to leave a legacy in our bequests to a favourite charity. Did you know that leaving a legacy to a charity in your will can help them plan for the future and support their customers through a variety of tailored services? Allan Russell has been talking to Lucinda Frostick …
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With this week being Remember a Charity Week (9-15 September 2024) here on RNIB Connect Radio we are finding out a bit more about why people might want to leave a gift in their will to the RNIB. Paul Goddard a visually impaired RNIB Volunteer explains to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about why he wanted to leave a gift in his will to the RNIB. Pa…
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Remember A Charity Week runs from September 9th to the 15th and encourages us to leave a legacy in our bequests to a favourite charity. As we chat about the importance of writing a will this Remember A Charity Week, our Paulina hears about some weird and wonderful gifts which were left in wills. She spoke with RNIB's Senior Legacy Income Manager, D…
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On Saturday, was the final chance to see the Paralympic Cauldron up close ahead of the Closing Ceremony. This year's flame is unique, utilising lights and a cloud of water vapour instead of real fire. Visit it together with Allan, Toby and Paulina to find out more. Image shows our team posing in front of the cauldron. From left to right: Allan, Jan…
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Welcome back to a brand new episode of The Yours, Mine, Away! Podcast with Mark Howard. This week, we have a special quest Glenn Morris, Crawley Legend started his professional career back in 2001 and he's still playing today Don't miss this exciting conversation, and if you haven't already, make sure to check out our latest Goalie Wars video on Yo…
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Our team went over to Paris to cover the Paralympic Games, but whilst there, Toby and Paulina decided to step away from sport for a moment and immerse themselves in a bit of modern art. Image shows Toby posing in front of Chopin's Waterloo, a sculpture from 1962 made by artist Arman. Described the Pompidou Centre as "destruction-dislocation" of an …
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What is it like travelling around Paris if you’re blind or partially sighted? Let’s find out with Toby and Allan, who are reporting from this year’s Paralympics Games. Image shows Allan and Toby standing in front of a protective metal net with a view over Paris far off in the distance. They're on the top floor of the Eiffel Tower. Allan is on the l…
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What is it like to visit the famous French tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris? Join Toby, Allan, John and Paulina to find out. Image shows Toby and John posing in front of The Eiffel Tower. They're both smiling as the wrought-iron lattice tower stands magnificently behind them. With lush green trees near the tower's legs, you can also spot the fam…
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Our team is in Paris right now reporting from the Paralympic Games, and whilst there they checked out one of the most famous landmarks in the city, Arc de Triomphe. Listen to find out how Allan, Jane and Paulina got on. Image shows Allan and Jane pose by a ornate lamp post with the Arc de Triomphe in the distance behind them. Allan has his left han…
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Each month, RNIB Connect Radio is joined by some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re involved in and ask for your input to bring positive change to the lives of blind and partially sighted people, throughout the UK. This month’s topics includes the right to vote in secret, working with e-scooter companies and upco…
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The Scouse Goalkeeper is a passionate football enthusiast from Liverpool, sharing the real journey of a center-back turned goalkeeper. Starting his goalkeeping adventure in 2023, he's all about showcasing the raw highs and lows that come with standing between the sticks. Whether it's mic'd-up football highlights, incredible saves, or the occasional…
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Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks about Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson and rail accessibility, the start of the Paralympics and If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and ser…
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Graeae are taking on a Shakespearean classic with an all D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent cast. How are they making the play accessible for disabled audience members and Shakespeare beginners? Amelia spoke to Graeae's Artistic Director, Jenny Sealey OBE, to learn more. You can watch the production at Shakespeare North Playhouse on 13 Sept – 5 Oc…
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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 the next in his regular Connect Radio theatre reviews. This week Vidar is reviewing Lin-Manuel Miranda’s multi award-winning cultural phenomenon that is Hamilton a…
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Join Jonathan on his boat journey to the San Blas Islands, an archipelago of 378 islands in the Caribbean Sea. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows Jonathan Abro, a white middle-aged man holding a white cane, sat on some jagged grey rocks with two small, pink-faced mo…
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Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks about accessible finance with Capital One, talking to Optometry Today, a new leadership programme and the Paralympics.. If you, or someone you know, would like inform…
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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 the next in his regular Connect Radio theatre reviews. This week Vidar was reviewing a stirring tale of love, hope and miracles with the Royal Shakespeare Company’…
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The charity SeeAbility celebrates its 225th anniversary this year. Hywel Davies has been hearing about a very special physical challenge taking place to mark the occasion. You can find out more about the challenge and donate at the SeeAbility website - 24 Peaks. 24 Hours. | SeeAbility Image: Jack and Michael on a training run together, they hold a …
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On this episode of the Ollie Olds Podcast, we’re joined by Tom Davies, a distinguished PGA professional with a wealth of experience in the world of golf. Tom has worn many hats throughout his career, from working as a PGA pro to being a key player at TaylorMade, where he’s honed his expertise in club fitting and equipment innovation.But that’s not …
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How does Visionary work with their membership organisations? Amelia spoke to Amy Pearman from Visionary, Deirdre Aitken from Highland BlindCraft and Laura Lindsay from Dundee Blind And Partially Sighted Society. Learn more about Visionary here - Welcome to Visionary - Visionary Learn more about Highland BlindCraft here - Home - Highland Blindcraft …
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Let's journey to the iconic Moai heads of Easter Island with Blind Adventurer Jonathan Abro. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows Jonathan Abro, a white middle-aged man holding a white cane, sat on some jagged grey rocks with two small, pink-faced monkeys close to him…
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Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Anne Hornsby from MindsEye Description. Audio Description makes television, movies, galleries and other arts venues accessible and enjoyable for blind and partially sighted people. AD is a narration describing what is physically happening, say on stage, TV or the big screen. It can also desc…
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Have you had an ice cream in the company of monkeys? Well, Jonathan Abro shares the unusual locations and flavours he's encountered on his global ice cream tastings. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows Jonathan Abro, a white middle-aged man holding a white cane, sat …
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Let's take a world tour of the world's best ice creams with blind adventurer Jonathan Abro. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image Description: Jonathan is a white man wearing a red coat standing with his arms raised beside wooden sign saying 'Congratulations you are now at M…
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