Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Simon Antrobus, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity.

This week Simon talks about two positive NHS stories, importance of eye checks, and free sighted guides for the Edinburgh Festival.

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Are you a film fan and looking for a place to chat ideas?

Amelia spoke to Disability Action Research Kollective (DARK) founder Richard Amm and film club runner Aaliyah Bates about their online disability representation in horror club.

To join the club email [email protected]

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Ihsane is one of several audio described shows at this year's Edinburgh International Festival. David Hogg speaks with audio describer Emma-Jane McHenry to find out more.

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The Knockhill Racing Circuit in Scotland, is an all year round attraction with events taking place almost everyday.
Did you know that you can get out on the track, even if you have accessibility requirements?
RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell went along to find out what’s on offer…
If you’d like more info, go to www.knockhill.com
You can also call 01383723337

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The Disability Action Research Kollective (DARK) is a multidisciplinary group of disabled researchers who write short, free, accessible publications aimed at the general public.

They're seeking volunteer writers for their deafblind history zine, Amelia spoke to founder Richard Amm to learn more...

Contact [email protected] to share your submission
Learn more about DARK via their linktree - DARK Official: Instagram, Facebook | Linktree

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Devon In Sight hosted their very own version of 'Race Across The World' with a visually impaired person in each team.

Amelia spoke to some of the organisers and competitors to learn about the highlights, hijinks and cream-tea challenges.

She's joined by Mandy Darling and Keith Brokenshire from the Devon In Sight along with Geoff from the winning team 'Eyeconic', and Beatrix and Jahred from highest fundraising team 'The Sightseers'.

Learn more on the Devon In Sight website - Devon in Sight - Sight Support Services in Devon

This time for our regular browse through the RNIB online shop with Charlee Jarvis, RNIB Shop’s Buying Coordinator, we have the launch of the 2027 large print and Braille stationery which includes; diaries, calendars and note binders plus news that the LED light and fan that we highlighted last time is now back in stock after a bit of a rush on the product.

To find out more about the 2027 large print and Braille stationery, more stock of the LED light and fan plus many other products do visit - https://shop.rnib.org.uk/

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Edinburgh International Festival is on at the moment, bringing best artists from opera, music, theatre and dance to the city.

And today we’re looking at an upcoming audio described performance of EXXY, Dan Daw’s dance-theatre work exploring the artist’s relationship with Imposter Syndrome and Working Classness through the lens of his disability. 

Let’s learn more about the show and how to catch it as we’re joined by audio describer Christopher McKiddie.

More about the show: EXXY | Edinburgh International Festival

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Clown Show is one of several audio described shows at this year's Edinburgh International Festival. 

Part-clown, part-magician, Geoff Sobelle is joined by an army of clowns holding it together as best they can, performing the original score on questionable instruments.  

David Hogg speaks with audio describer Amanda Drollinger to find out more.

For more information about the Audio Described performance of Clown Show on Sunday 30 August head to https://www.eif.co.uk/events/clown-show 

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Which animals can you listen out for this month? Amelia discusses the harvest moon, swifts and more of August's nature.

Learn more on the RSPB website - The year in nature: August

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