Listen live to RNIB Connect Radio
News, information and entertainment for blind and partially sighted people across the UK.
Join the conversation on RNIB Connect Radio, your very own radio station dedicated to providing valuable insights on living with sight loss. Our programs, interviews, and features cover a broad spectrum of topics, including the latest campaigns, eye conditions, accessible technology, Talking Books, mental health, and blind sports. We delve into the unique challenges, perspectives, and aspirations of the blind and partially sighted community, and all of this is accompanied by fantastic music.
Why not join the conversation?
How to listen
Listening on the website
You can listen to RNIB Connect Radio using the player on this page, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Listening on your TV
RNIB Connect Radio is available across the UK on Freeview channel 730. Find this Freeview channel through your television or set-top box.
Listening on your smartphone
RNIB Connect Radio is available on your iPhone and Android device by downloading the Radioplayer app or through your respective App Store. You can also listen through TuneIn radio
Listening on your radio
You can access RNIB Connect Radio via your FM radio if you live in the Glasgow area. You'll pick us up on 101FM.
Programmes
The Daily Connect
The show that aims to get you talking and tell you what's happening in the RNIB Connect community.
On Air: Weekday mornings from 9am
Find out more about The Daily Connect
The Afternoon Edition
More news, chat and great music for blind and partially sighted listeners across the UK and beyond.
On Air: Weekday afternoons from 3pm
Find out more about The Afternoon Edition
Talking Books
A daily slice of a classic Talking Books from RNIB's vast audio library. Presented by Robert Kirkwood.
On Air: Weekdays from 2pm
Find out more about Talking Books
Tech Talk
Discussion of technology that is accessible to blind and partially sighted people.
On Air: Tuesdays at 1pm
Read On - The Audiobook Show
Author interviews and book reviews presented by Red Szell and Robert Kirkwood.
On Air: Fridays at 1pm
Find out more about Read On - The Audiobook Show
Happy Hour
A focus on sight loss and wellbeing.
On Air: Monday at 1pm