RNIB Conversations

Singer, musical director and actor Sally Clay has an exciting new production out and co-produced with Birds of Paradise Theatre Company.
Afterbirth is an exploration of motherhood from the point of view of a blind mum and is coming to Eden Court in Inverness this week. The show is part of Confluence, an immersive promenade production which takes you on a guided journey through Eden Court’s iconic building to discover five intimate live performances spanning music, movement, drama and dance.
Joining Sally to chat about the show and the collaboration is Mairi Taylor, Executive Director at Birds of Paradise Theatre Company.
To find out more visit: Confluence | Eden Court

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We’re speaking today with blind artist Rosita McKenzie. 
Rosita's "Touching Light" solo photography exhibition, will open in Edinburgh on the 4th of November and explore blind imagination and our relationship with sight in the arts.
Learn more about Rosita's work here: http://www.rositamckenziephotography.co.uk 
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On guide dog blogs this week, we meet Tiggi, a very active guide dog owner. We discuss why she applied for a guide dog in the first place, but also about her very first guide dog Jackie.

This time of the year can be rather tricky for dogs, whether it's pets or working dogs. However, why od fireworks cause such an issue, what signs should you look out for, how to best support your dog, and what can you do in advance? All these questions answered in this podcast.

Lego have officially launched ‘Highland Hike’ by visually impaired Lego Creator Stewart Cromar.
Amelia learns more about Stewart's sight loss story, love of lego and creative designs.
Follow Stewart on Instagram @Stubot
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