Listen to the bird song from Belfast, recorded by Amy, Llanwuchllyn, recorded  by Gwen and Allan's recording from Glasgow.

Photo of sparrows on a branch.

Sophie Barnett talks about her love of birds, particularly her parrots, Chip, Fish and Pickles, who share her home.  Photograph of Sophie with her birds in her hand, on her shoulder and on her head.

Could star-gazing be accessible?

Dr Nicolas Bonne chats with RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley about accessible astronomy, coronavirus lockdown and encouraging visually impaired students to learn about the stars.

Welsh naturalist, Iolo Williams, talks about his love of birds and bird song, describing what he can hear around him at this time, when there's more opportunity to listen and not so much traffic on the roads.  

Photograph is of sparrows sitting on a hedge.

In recent times, apps on our phone have become a lifeline to keep us going – whether its work, health or simply socialising with friends and family. 

A new study study also shows the apps are reflective of not only our personalities but also our state of mind. 

RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley spoke with TV Psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos about the phone apps we are using during the coronavirus outbreak and what they say about us. 

Simon Pauley talks to Lynne Morgan about recording the bird song in your garden, from your window, or in your open space, along with instruction from Allan Russell on how to record on your phone. 

Photo of a blackbird.

Blind singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Dan DroiD joins Simon Pauley for a chat about surviving as a live gigging musician during the coronavirus outbreak.

Dan also reveals how having a guide dog changed his life and his experience of performing at different music venues. 

You can follow Dan's website at: http://dan-droid.co.uk 

Have you ever tried a game of cups with your guide dog? How about some puzzles?

Holly Tuke spoke with guide dog user Nathan Edge  to find out how we can keep our four-legged companions happy during the lockdown.

You can find Nathan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-G1l-MOpgXfcoplBYWCcZA 

(Photo shows a smiling Nathan with his guide dog Abby) 

We've caught up with White Cane Warrior and musician Paul Quigley, to hear how he's been passing the time during the lockdown by working on his new recording studio.

Paul spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley.

What are some good movies to take your mind off coronavirus and the lockdown? 

Simon Pauley has been chatting with blind Movie Critic Jay Forry for a couple of suggestions.