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Malcolm X became one of the most influential leaders in the US civil rights movement – thanks largely, explains this Long Read written by historian Ashley D Farmer, to the women who shaped his life and ideas. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today's feature originally appeared in the June 2025 issue, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Touch hears from the RNIB about their plans to participate in the Government's consultation on the Benefits Bill. They describe their position on the bill as it stands and how they will involve the voices of blind and partially sighted people in any consultations.With Wimbledon 2025 underway, In Touch looks at grassroots visually impaired tennis and a Yorkshire league, set up by an enthusiastic exponent of the adapted sport. The LTA outlines how visually impaired people can get involved with tennis in their area.Presenter: Peter White Producer: Beth Hemmings Production Coordinator: Liz Poole Website image description: Peter White sits smiling in the centre of the image and he is wearing a dark green jumper. Above Peter's head is the BBC logo (three separate white squares house each of the three letters). Bottom centre and overlaying the image are the words "In Touch" and the Radio 4 logo (the word ‘radio' in a bold white font, with the number 4 inside of a white circle). The background is a bright mid-blue with two rectangles angled diagonally to the right. Both are behind Peter, one is a darker blue and the other is a lighter blue.

When the Spartacus revolt erupted in 73 BC, it exposed a terrifying truth: that the cocksure Roman Republic was nowhere near as invincible as it liked to believe. This Long Read written by historian Guy de la Bédoyère takes up the story. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today's feature originally appeared in the June 2025 issue, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 welfare campaigning, new shop, a flower clock and some great news for audio description. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999  Or ask your Amazon device to call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect Image Shows A Smiling  Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, Wearing Glasses and A Grey Jacket

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to try out the new store and also to chat with the RNIB staff, including Digital Skills, Engagement & Events officer Jackie Brown. Barry Snell caught up with Jackie, to learn more about her role. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to try out the new store and also to chat with the RNIB staff, including volunteer Julie Anne Crothers, who was keen to raise awareness about the sight condition Charles Bonnet Syndrome Barry Snell caught up with Julie Anne, to learn more.. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to get hands on with the products but also to chat with RNIB staff. One lady who popped in for a chat was Caroline Hunter.  Barry Snell caught up with Caroline for a chat. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to get hands on with the products but also to chat with RNIB staff. RNIB volunteer Liam McKinney was there helping out & he is keen to start a new group for young people with the aim of making life easier for people with sight loss. He's been talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. Local blind and partially sighted people were invited along to get hands on with the products but also to chat with RNIB staff, like ECLO Angela O'Kane. Barry Snell caught up with Angela to learn more about her day to day role as an Eye Care Liaison Officer  Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

The UK Government has made some concessions to its plans for changes to Personal Independence Payments and Universal Credit. Although there are some grey areas, with a better update on Monday June 30th, they have made the following proposed updates, which will go before Parliament on July 1st. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Roisin Jacklin, from RNIB's Campaigns Team, to look at some of the suggested changes. If you'd like to read more on this, go to rnib.in/welfare-update #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

The Sensational Museum is a research project radically re-thinking the role of senses in museums. This July they are gathering together to share and celebrate their work over the last 2 years. Amelia spoke to Hannah Thompson to learn more.  Join for the online showcase on 2nd July 2025, at 3pm, using the eventbrite link - The Sensational Museum: Online Showcase Tickets, Wed 2 Jul 2025 at 15:00 | Eventbrite They're also holding an in-person showcase in central London, on 4th July 2025 from 2pm, to join email lucy.mcdonald@rhul.ac.uk Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell caught up with Robert Shilliday, RNIB Director of Northern Ireland, to find out more. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. RNIB's Chief Financial Officer Kathryn Sherratt and also Managing Director of RNIB's Enterprises Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi were both in attendance and spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Belfast Products And Advice Centre has had a relaunch. RNIB Chair of Trustees Anna Tylor was invited along and she caught up with RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

RNIB Connect Radio's David Hogg speaks to Wayne Pugh about a recent guide dog refusal. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Join Jonathan Abro on the third of our Vietnam Travelogue series. This week he goes to a mesmerising performance of traditional water puppets and visits the famous train street. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

After deciding to attend Uddingston Grammar School, near Glasgow, Cara Murphy has been, not only attending her subject classes but also learning to use braille. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke with Cara over the course of a term to find out how learning the subjects, braille and new assistive technology has helped her progress through the S3 curriculum. If you'd like more info on using, or learning, braille, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can also call the Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask Alexa to Call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation of the same text below it. Across the bottom is written Powered by RNIB and EBU written in their respective logos.

Esme's Umbrella are working to improve our understanding of children and young people with Charles Bonnet Syndrome. Amelia spoke to founder of Esme's Umbrella, Judith Potts, and program coordinator, Nina Chesworth, to learn more... Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

In 16th and 17th-century Scotland, many hundreds of ‘witches' were put to death – 10 times the proportion executed in England. This Long Read written by Martha McGill asks what drove the killings. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today's feature originally appeared in the May 2025 issue, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 concerns around Government plans for Welfare payments, the NHS 10 year plan and bus travel. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999  Or ask your Amazon device to call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect Image Shows A Smiling Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, Wearing Glasses and A Grey Jacket

The RNIB Legacy Garden at RHS Flower Show Wentworth Woodhouse 2025 has been designed by Paul Hervey-Brookes a multi-award-winning garden designer, broadcaster, lecturer and plantsman. Through the design of the RNIB Legacy Garden, the planting, use of sculptures and much more besides, people will have the opportunity to explore what it might be like to live with sight loss, enabling them to see the world through the eyes of someone who is visually impaired. The garden will also be a deeply tactile space using texture, form, colour and sounds to create a truly immersive experience for everyone whether they are visually impaired or sighted. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Paul to find out how he got into horticulture and gardening, why he wanted to help the RNIB by designing the RNIB legacy garden, what he hopes the general public will take away after visiting the garden and how hopefully the garden will help to make people think about a more inclusive world for blind and partially sighted people. To find out more about Paul Hervey-Brookes, his work and his award-winning gardens do visit his website - https://www.paulherveybrookes.com For more about the RHS Flower Show Wentworth Wood House and how to purchase tickets do visit the RHS website - https://www.rhs.org.uk If you would like to find out more about leaving a gift in your will to the RNIB or other ways of supporting the work that the RNIB does do visit the Legacy pages of the RNIB website - https://www.rnib.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise/gifts-in-wills/   The RNIB Legacy Garden at RHS Flower Show Wentworth Woodhouse has been made possible with the support of players of the People's Postcode Lottery who have been supporting the work of the RNIB for a number of years. (Image shows Paul sat in an armchair next to a table with candlesticks on, looking into the camera with is dog at his feet on the tiled floor and sunlight beaming in from the left side)

Aoife McGlade from Mayobridge in Northern Ireland, along with family and friends, took on an incredible challenge to raise funds for RNIB by climbing the highest mountains across the UK and Ireland. RNIB Northern Ireland's Jo Kenny spoke to Aoife and her sister Emma to find out what inspired them to take on such a physical challenge. #RNIBConnect Image shows smiling Aoife and Emma in a studio space with big microphones and soundproofing panels behind them.

Jennifer Murray chats to John Whitfield from Deafblind Scotland about his sight and hearing loss as well as the many different role he has had with Deafblind Scotland over a number of years. You can contact Deafblind Scotland at the following email address: info@dbscotland.org.uk Their website is: Home | Deafblind Scotland Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

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 of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025 This week Vidar was reviewing ‘The Croft' as the UK tour visited the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with description by Professional audio Describer Carolyn Smith. About ‘The Croft' In the remote Scottish Highlands two women arrive at a former Crofters Hut in the deserted village of Coille Ghillie. When suddenly the weekend getaway takes an unexpected turn.  Cut off from the modern world, Laura and Suzanne find themselves drawn into the dark history of the Croft and the lives that passed before them. In this bold and haunting play the present interweaves with the past as ancient tales surface and the terrifying truth lurking in the Croft is revealed. The Croft stars Liza Goddard (Noises Off, Doctor Who, Bergerac), Caroline Harker (A Touch of Frost, Steel Magnolias, The Railway Children) and Gray O'Brien (Coronation Street, Casualty, Rebus: A Game Called Malice) with Gracie Follows (Birdsong) , Russell Layton (ART), Simon Roberts (Witness for the Prosecution) and Judith Rae (The Mousetrap). Written by Ali Milles, Original Direction by Philip Franks, Directed by Alastair Whatley.  For more about the UK tour of ‘The Croft' do visit the production website - https://www.thecrofttour.co.uk And for more about access at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre do visit - https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/your-visit/accessibility/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

This summer Guide Dogs are teaming up with the English FA to give blind and partially sighted children and young people the chance to try out three different sports in one of the country's top sporting facilities.  Hywel Davies has been hearing more. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Amelia went to a very sunny opening ceremony for a new landmark in Edinburgh to celebrate 200 years of braille. She spoke to volunteer braille tutor Sehar Mashiyat to learn about her passion for teaching braille. Image shows the floral clock design- an elaborate clock face made up of thousands of flowers and plants. The clock reads Royal National Institute of Blind People around the circumference and has 12 segments each in alternating pinks and greens. To the right of the clock, is an RNIB badge of flowers and this is all surrounded by pink flowers. Along the top of the design is a long flowerbed reading, Celebrating 200 years of braille in green lettering.

Sight Matters (a Sight loss charity on the Isle of Man) are soon to open a new therapeutic garden. Jennifer Murry chats to Peter Marshall to learn all about it. You can contact Sight Matters in the following ways: Email Address: enquiries@sightmatters.im  Phone: 01624674727 Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Join Jonathan Abro on the second of our Vietnam Travelogue series. This week he boards a converted junkship to travel through Bai Tu Long bay. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Today the UK Government released their plan for changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) along with Universal Credit and Jobseekers' Allowance. Amelia spoke to RNIB Policy Officer, Roisin Jacklin, to learn how blind and partially sighted people will be impacted. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Amelia went to a very sunny opening ceremony for a new landmark in Edinburgh to celebrate 200 years of braille. Here she is speaking to Head of Inclusive Design, Robin Spinks, and RNIB Scotland Community manager, Jane Coates, to hear their thoughts on Braille and the clock. Image shows the floral clock design- an elaborate clock face made up of thousands of flowers and plants. The clock reads Royal National Institute of Blind People around the circumference and has 12 segments each in alternating pinks and greens. To the right of the clock, is an RNIB badge of flowers and this is all surrounded by pink flowers. Along the top of the design is a long flowerbed reading, Celebrating 200 years of braille in green lettering.

Amelia went to a very sunny opening ceremony for a new landmark in Edinburgh to celebrate 200 years of braille. Here she is speaking to Jo MacQueen, RNIB PR and Communications Manager, who gave an audio description of the clock. Image shows the floral clock design- an elaborate clock face made up of thousands of flowers and plants. The clock reads Royal National Institute of Blind People around the circumference and has 12 segments each in alternating pinks and greens. To the right of the clock, is an RNIB badge of flowers and this is all surrounded by pink flowers. Along the top of the design is a long flowerbed reading, Celebrating 200 years of braille in green lettering.

Amelia went to a very sunny opening ceremony for a new landmark in Edinburgh to celebrate 200 years of braille. Here she is speaking to the Director of RNIB Scotland, James Adams, about the launch. Image shows the floral clock design- an elaborate clock face made up of thousands of flowers and plants. The clock reads Royal National Institute of Blind People around the circumference and has 12 segments each in alternating pinks and greens. To the right of the clock, is an RNIB badge of flowers and this is all surrounded by pink flowers. Along the top of the design is a long flowerbed reading, Celebrating 200 years of braille in green lettering.

Would you like to hear about Wymondham and Attleborough Talking Newspaper? Jennifer Murray catches up with Georgette Vale to learn more. You can listen to Wymondham and Attleborough Talking Newspaper on their website at: https://www.watn.org.uk/ To find your local newspaper, you can visit the Talking News Federation's website at the following link: https://tnf.org.uk/ Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

In this podcast Hubert gets an update on the progress of RNIB's work around accessible voting, following the recent local elections that took place in May 2025 in England. Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Join the National Galleries of Scotland (NGS) as they celebrate Pride Month by delving into queer stories within the collection. Amelia spoke to Meg Faragher, from the learning & Engagement team, to learn more. Learn more about the session on the NGS website - Visually Impaired Programme (Online) | Queer stories in art | National Galleries of Scotland Access to this session will be via Zoom. A telephone number, link and password will be sent out before the session. To book a free place, please use online booking or contact us on 0131 624 6410 or learning@nationalgalleries.org. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

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 has some welfare and employment news and would you be interested in becoming RNIB's next CEO? If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999  Or ask your Amazon device to call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect Image Shows A Smiling Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, Wearing A Grey Jacket And Glasses

When blight began devastating potato crops across Ireland in 1845, British officials immediately recognised the dangers. And yet, within six years, the Great Famine had caused the deaths of at least 1 million people. This Long Read written by Padraic X Scanlan tells the story of how tangled Anglo-Irish relations and a profound devotion to market forces turned a crisis into a national catastrophe. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today's feature originally appeared in the May 2025 issue, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the evolving world of AI-generated code—aka "vibe coding"—and its potential to reshape app development. They break down the user interface changes introduced at Apple's WWDC and how accessibility settings may help low vision users manage visual effects. A chaotic bus ride involving accidental Bluetooth pairing leads to an embarrassing and hilarious story.Hable is doing a one-time promo just for Double Tap listeners. Hable is offering Double Tap listeners an exclusive 15% off the Hable One and Hable Easy — two powerful tools designed to make smartphones more accessible. Visit www.doubletaponair.com/hable.Hable is doing a one-time promo just for Double Tap listeners. Hable is offering Double Tap listeners an exclusive 15% off the Hable One and Hable Easy — two powerful tools designed to make smartphones more accessible. Visit www.doubletaponair.com/hable.Listener feedback sparks deeper conversations around OCR's ability to read handwriting, the limitations of blind pride narratives, and ongoing frustrations with the rollout of Alexa Plus. Topics like accessible transportation, social attitudes, and declining Braille services from RNIB are also discussed with honesty and insight.Chapters00:00 - Introduction00:44 - More Thoughts On Apple's WWDC14:30 - Special Post-WWDC Coverage Coming To The Double Tap Exclusive Podcast19:30 - Listener MaryAnn talks about using the SpeakABoo app23:45 - Listener Kyler is frustrated with the Alexa Plus rollout28:08 - Sponsor: Hable One Offer only for Double Tap listeners29:04 - Listener Negoslav on the debate around blind vs sighted people38:43 - Listener Nicole on the cost of waiting times in taxis45:17 - Listener Scout on RNIB's change to personal braille transcription52:53 - Listener Sharon cheers us all up with a nice message Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

Would you like to hear about Forest Talk Talking Newspaper? Jennifer Murray chats to Christine Mora to learn more. You can contact Forest Talk Talking Newspaper in any of the following ways:  Website: https://foresttalk.co.uk/ Mobile: 07903 240 296 Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/ForestTalkII  Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Would you like to hear all about Craig Brown's experience of volunteering with a sight loss charity? Well, Jennifer Murray finds out more. Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

Would you like to hear about a talking newspaper called Chatterbox based in Norwich? Jennifer Murray chats to Paul Henderson to find out more. You can contact Chatterbox Talking Newspaper in any of the following ways: Email Address:  contact@cbtn.org.uk Phone:  01603765365 Website: www.cbtn.org.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567246585194 Instagram: @chatterboxnorwichtn Image description: Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.

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 of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025. This week Vidar was reviewing the musical ‘Marie & Rosetta' at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre which tells the story of the pairing of Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Marie Knight, one of the most remarkable and revolutionary duos in music history with description by professional Audio Describer Sue Reading. About ‘Marie & Rosetta'   Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the roof-raising ‘godmother of rock ‘n' roll', influenced countless musicians from Elvis to Johnny Cash. This sparkling, intimate portrait of Rosetta and her beloved singing partner, Marie Knight, restores these forgotten musical heroines to the spotlight as one of the most remarkable and revolutionary duos in music history. Mississippi, 1946. Sister Rosetta has changed the face of gospel music with her exuberant, electric guitar-playing style. Shunned by strait-laced church folk for performing in nightclubs and glorying in rhythm and blues, she's persuaded the saintly young singer Marie to join her on a tour of the segregated southern States. But first she has to convert Marie's pure Sunday sound into something that has just a little more swing… Written by George Brant & Directed by Monique Touko Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the roof-raising ‘godmother of rock ‘n' roll', influenced countless musicians from Elvis to Johnny Cash. This sparkling, intimate portrait of Rosetta and her beloved singing partner, Marie Knight, restores these forgotten musical heroines to the spotlight as one of the most remarkable and revolutionary duos in music history. Featuring a wealth of joyous rock and gospel hits including Didn't It Rain and Peace in the Valley, the show will feature live musicians accompanying Olivier Award-winning West End star Beverley Knight (Memphis, The Drifters Girl, Sylvia, Sister Act) as Rosetta Tharpe. Joining Beverley Knight is Ntombizodwa Ndlovu (Cat On a Hot Tin Roof, The Space Between Us, Mixtape, Nothing, and The Mountain Top – Royal Exchange Theatre), an up-and-coming talent making her London stage debut as Marie Knight, Rosetta's protege and musical partner. ‘Marie & Rosetta' will be at Chichester Festival Theatre from mid June to mid July and more details can be found by visiting - https://www.cft.org.uk For more about access at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre do visit the access pages of their website - https://www.grandtheatre.co.uk/access/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

The UK government recently released their spending review but how will it affect the sight loss community. Barry Snell spoke to RNIB's Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs Sophie Dodgeon to find out more Click here to find out more about RNIB Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.  

The RNIB's Products And Advice Centre in Belfast City Centre is relaunching on the 26th July and the public are invited to come along on the day and be part of things Barry Snell chats to RNIB's Louise Kenny to learn more about the relaunch of RNIB's Products and Advice Centre To find out more about RNIB Northern Ireland click here Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.  

Two new exhibitions at Tate Britain are showcasing the work of Edward Burra and Ithell Colquhoun, two very influential British artists who had links with the Surrealists movement. After the press view at Tate Britain for both exhibitions on Wednesday 11 June 2025 RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Eliza Spindel, Assistant Curator of both the Edward Burra and Ithell Colquhoun exhibitions to find out more about the background to both Artist work, their importance within the Art World at the time along with what we can all learn from experiencing their work today. About Edward Burra and Ithell Colquhoun:  Edward Burra is one of the most distinctive British artists of the 20th century, renowned for his vibrant, satirical scenes of the uninhibited urban underworld and queer culture during the ‘Roaring Twenties.' Ithell Colquhoun is one of the most radical artists of her generation, an important figure in British Surrealism during the 1930s and 1940s. An innovative writer and practicing occultist, Colquhoun charted her own course, investigating surrealist methods of unconscious picture-making and fearlessly delving into the realms of myth and magic. The Edward Burra and Ithell Colquhoun exhibitions continue at Tate Britain until 19 October 2025. Audio described tours of the exhibition with one of Tate's Visitor Engagement Assistants can be booked in advance by either emailing hello@tate.org.uk or calling 020 7887 8888.   More details about the exhibitions can be found on the following pages of the Tate website - https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/burra-and-colquhoun (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

This episode of Double Tap takes a refreshingly personal and humorous turn, starting with Steven's icy ice cream conundrum and Shaun's candid thoughts on at-home health kits. But the focus shifts quickly to tech as the hosts digest their initial reactions to Apple's WWDC 2025 announcements. Steven admits to a change of heart after reevaluating Apple Intelligence features and Siri's potential. Shaun highlights the growing divide between voice assistants like Gemini and Siri, noting the importance of truly useful integration.Hable is doing a one-time promo just for Double Tap listeners. Hable is offering Double Tap listeners an exclusive 15% off the Hable One and Hable Easy — two powerful tools designed to make smartphones more accessible. Whether you prefer a Braille keyboard or a simple tactile remote, these devices are trusted by thousands worldwide and rated 4.9 out of 5 stars. This offer is available for a limited time, so don't miss it! Visit our special offer page on Hable's website. Listener feedback also takes center stage—covering everything from the lack of personality in modern Siri responses, the state of accessible reading apps like Voice Dream Reader, frustrations with the RNIB's digital services, and hands-on experiences with Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses and EchoVision glasses. The conversation wraps with a preview of an upcoming interview on sustainable app development and why user feedback is both essential and complicated.Chapters00:00 - Introduction00:50 - Steven's Big Question: Should Ice Cream Go Hard?03:10 - How Are Shaun's Bowels?10:04 - Steven Rethinks His Position On Apple's WWDC27:57 - Sponsor: Hable One Offer Exclusive To Double Tap Listeners29:29 - Listener Hetty Wants Siri To Be Less Boring35:58 - Listener Ian Talks About Using Voice Dream Reader44:42 - Listener Gary Talks About Scanning Multi Page Documents With Seeing AI47:05 - Listener Ash Shares Thoughts On Smart Glasses53:45 - Listener David Updates Us On BT Speak Pro Feature Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

Join Jonathan for a serene bathing experience at the Japanese Onsens. Tune in to 'The Lunch Break' on RNIB Connect Radio every weekday from 12 noon to 1pm for more Travelogues. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

For the ancient Egyptians, wine played a pivotal part in mythology, ritual and the natural processes that enabled their survival. This Long Read written by Islam Issa explores six key roles it fulfilled in their society over the millennia. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today's feature originally appeared in the May 2025 issue, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices