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FAQs about In Touch:How many episodes does In Touch have?The podcast currently has 468 episodes available.
February 18, 2020Gene therapy on the NHS, The RNIB Reading Service, Blind architectureVoretigene Neparvovec – is the first in a new generation of gene therapies which can be injected into the eyes of patients - and it's available on the NHS. It's a major development for people with the inherited retinal disorder Leber’s Congenital Amaurosis (LCA), but as ever, we want to get to the real implications for blind people. Fresh from performing one of the newly-available procedures, Professor James Bainbridge tells us exactly who it can help.And there are changes ahead for the RNIB Reading Service, as it shifts from the old Overdrive system. We talk to Jackie Brown who has been testing the new system, and the RNIB's Alison Long who assures us the changes won't affect those who rely on postal delivery rather than technology. And we catch up on the course Architecture Beyond Sight for blind and visually impaired people. Zoe Partington of Disordinary Architecture tells us more, and artist Fae Kilburn tells us about her experience of studying the built environment and why it can be a difficult place for the partially sighted. The course has inspired us to ask for your suggestions of developments or buildings which are rotten to navigate if you're blind or VI. Send your suggestions to [email protected]Presented by Peter WhiteProduced by Kevin Core...more19minPlay
February 11, 2020In TouchAs the government consults on the use of e-scooters on roads, Christiane Möller of the German Federation of the Blind and Partially Sighted (DBSV) tells us about the impact the vehicles have had on blind people in her country. And Adam Solan, a teenager who has already struggled with abandoned bikes for hire in Oxford, gives us his perspective.And Valentine's Day is nearly here. But what are the challenges of being a blind bride? Sassy Wyatt is a blogger and she's agreed to keep us about how she is preparing for the big day...It won't be long until we know exactly who will represent Great Britain in the Paralympics. And we're taking a closer look at some of the runners and riders. But Nicola Naylor won't be travelling at speed. She talks to Fern Lulham about the exacting skill of dressage.Presented by Peter WhiteProduced by Kevin Core...more19minPlay
February 04, 2020Red Button Reprieve and Working Overseas When You're BlindThe BBC is pausing its plan to shut down the Red Button text service after protests from blind users. But can it be saved long term?How safe are blind children as they go online?And the opportunities on offer for blind 18-35 year olds to volunteer to work abroad.PRESENTER: Peter WhitePRODUCER: Mike Young...more19minPlay
January 28, 2020Sjogren's Syndrome and Blind SurfingA call has gone out for more male blood donors. It turns out that male blood is crucial for the eye drops needed to control a rare eye condition. Sjogren's Syndrome is an auto-immune disease which can have several effects including aggravating already dry eyes. We'll hear from someone with Sjogren's Syndrome and an expert on the condition.And we meet Melissa Reid - a gold medal winning triathlete who now has become a champion surfer too. Presenter: Peter White.Producer: Mike Young....more19minPlay
January 21, 2020Talking Buses and A New Way To ReadPeter White hears about the talking technology that is slowly being added to the UK's buses. When will more public transport get the equipment that tells you where you are and where you're headed?We hear about the app designed to help people with macular degeneration to continue to read text. Producer: Mike YoungPresenter: Peter White...more19minPlay
January 14, 2020Help On Your Doorstep?Peter White with a focus on smaller blind charities in the UK.We hear from Visionary, an umbrella organisation which represents more than a hundred of these charities.The Chief Executives of Sight Concern Worcestershire and Sight Service Gateshead tell us about the challenges they face. And we hear from the people who use the services on offer.PRODUCER: Mike Young....more19minPlay
January 07, 2020Funding Research Into Blindness; Blind PhysiosLeading eye experts in the UK have signed an open letter in The Guardian calling for more funds for medical research. We'll hear from Professor Chris Hammond who is one of the signatories of that letter... And Fight For Sight's Dr Rubina Ahmed.And we meet Mike Tetley, the blind physiotherapist who's still working after more than 60 years....more19minPlay
December 31, 2019A ‘melodious’ New YearThis is the second episode in which a flautist, a singer, a composer and multi-instrumentalist swap stories about making it in their chosen profession. They discuss how they got into the industry, whether blindness gives them an advantage and share their tips for successGuests: Liz Hargest, Shaun Hayward, Andre Louis, Anne Wilkins.Presenter: Peter WhiteProducer: Lee Kumutat...more19minPlay
December 24, 2019A very ‘music’ ChristmasA flautist, a singer, a composer and multi-instrumentalist swap stories about making it in their chosen profession. They discuss how they got into the industry, whether blindness gives them an advantage and they also share tips for success.Guests: Liz Hargest, Shaun Hayward, Andre Louis, Anne Wilkins. Presenter: Peter WhiteProducer: Lee Kumutat...more20minPlay
December 18, 2019A Festive FarewellFern Lulham assumes the role of festive fashion correspondent and gives the low-down on what’s hot this chilly Christmas.Emma Williams, who teaches visually impaired students at New College Worcester techniques for daily living, talks Peter through the best way to approach the task of present wrapping.And just three of Lee Kumutat’s favourite In Touch treasures from the past eleven years.Presenter: Peter WhiteProducer: Lee KumutatReporter: Fern Lulham...more20minPlay
FAQs about In Touch:How many episodes does In Touch have?The podcast currently has 468 episodes available.