In Touch Podcast
News, views and information for people who are blind or partially sighted
Episodes to download
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The New Elizabeth Line; Do You See What I See?
Tue 14 Jun 2022
We examine the access features of London's new tube service, the Elizabeth Line.
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Birds & Gardening
Tue 7 Jun 2022
Bird calls, bird apps and bird photography... it's all about the birds!
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Matchday Mayhem; The Great Outdoors
Tue 31 May 2022
We hear from visually impaired Liverpool FC fans about the mayhem that unfolded in Paris.
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Barriers to Travel
Tue 24 May 2022
Changes to taking your guide dog abroad and problems with assistance services at airports.
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Travelling
Tue 17 May 2022
We hear stories and top tips from three experienced visually impaired travellers.
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Self-Confidence
Tue 10 May 2022
We speak to one of the world's largest companies about their accessible beauty products.
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Guide Dog Refusals at Indoor Establishments; NaviLens
Tue 3 May 2022
We discuss the law surrounding guide dog refusals in indoor spaces: restaurants, shops etc
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Elections Bill - The Final Decision; Accessible Opera
Tue 26 Apr 2022
Amendments to The Elections Bill have now been passed, we discuss what this means for you.
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Ukrainian Stories from Poland
Tue 19 Apr 2022
We speak to a visually impaired Ukrainian couple who have evacuated to Poland.
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Wellness
Tue 12 Apr 2022
We speak to visually impaired wellness practitioners; within yoga, reiki & sound healing.
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Education - Proposed Improvements
Tue 5 Apr 2022
We hear about proposed improvements to the way that visually impaired pupils are taught.
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Enhanced Audio Description; Strawberry Field Exhibition
Tue 29 Mar 2022
Enhanced audio description is designed to make TV and film a more immersive experience.
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European Blind Union on Ukraine, what3words
Tue 22 Mar 2022
We speak to The European Blind Union about their aid for visually impaired Ukrainians.
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Visually Impaired in Ukraine
Tue 15 Mar 2022
We hear about what it is like to be visually impaired in war-torn Ukraine.
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Book Share; Winter Paralympics 2022
Tue 8 Mar 2022
We discuss the Marrakesh Treaty; the international agreement to share accessible books.
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Tactile Paving Updates; Accessible Lateral Flow Tests
Tue 1 Mar 2022
We speak to the Office of Rail and Road and Network Rail about tactile paving updates.
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Software & Technology Within the Workplace
Tue 22 Feb 2022
An in-depth discussion about access to work-based software and technology.
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Representation in Casualty; Should People Explain What They Look Like?
Tue 15 Feb 2022
We discuss representation in TV and whether people should tell you what they look like.
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The Elections Bill; Hearing the Universe
Tue 8 Feb 2022
The Elections Bill is going through Parliament, with potential changes to the way we vote.
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Highway Code Changes; Young Animator
Tue 1 Feb 2022
There have been some amendments to the Highway Code - what this means for you.
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Retinal Vein Occlusion; Reading the Room
Tue 25 Jan 2022
We answer your questions about retinal vein occlusion with a consultant ophthalmologist.
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Drag Queens and Kings
Tue 18 Jan 2022
We hear all about the glittering world of drag from two drag performers.
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Audiobooks
Tue 11 Jan 2022
A discussion about three audiobooks; different genres and differing opinions.
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The Lives of Youngsters
Tue 4 Jan 2022
We discuss the things that matter to three visually impaired young people.
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Former British Army Soldier; then and now.
Tue 28 Dec 2021
Craig Lundberg lost his sight when serving in Iraq in 2007.
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In Touch at Christmas
Tue 21 Dec 2021
Join our virtual Christmas party, with music and lots of stories.
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Citizenship; Tactile Art Exhibition
Tue 14 Dec 2021
We explore access requirements when applying for British citizenship.
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Accessibility at Further Education Colleges; Guide Dog Retirement Age
Tue 7 Dec 2021
New research reveals that 8 out of 10 colleges are not compliant with accessibility laws.
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National Clinical Director for Eye Care; Two Mayors, Same Household
Tue 30 Nov 2021
Parliament are planning to recruit a National Clinical Director for Eye Care.
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Your Questions Answered
Tue 23 Nov 2021
We investigate your problems; from access to TV and art, to English subtitles on the news.
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