RSBC Unseen
RSBC Unseen
Royal Society For Blind Children
For nearly two centuries, the Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC) has been supporting blind and partially sighted children, young people, and their families.RSBC Unseen amplifies the voices of the RSBC Youth Forum, a group of young people who want to bring about positive change for other vision impaired young people and raise awareness of vision impairment. Join us and listen to blind and partially sighted young people's real, lived experiences.
RSBC Unseen Episode 04 - Audio Book Club Loves World Book Day
Join Juliette and Alex from RSBC as they celebrate World Book Day with the Audio Book Club! In this cosy episode, young book lovers share what reading means to them, how audiobooks bring stories to life, and what makes a narrator truly unforgettable. Whether you're a lifelong reader or just discovering the joy of audiobooks, this episode is your perfect literary escape. Remember, if you're visually impaired, age 25 or under, you can join Audio Book Club, it is online so it doesn't matter wh...
Mar 31, 2025
21 min
RSBC Unseen Episode 03 - Thinking about Braille for World Book Day
Alyssia, Rona and Zenny from the RSBC Youth Forum talked about their love of reading in honour of the upcoming World Book Day. They discuss their favourite genres, books and why they particularly value Braille as a way of accessing literature. Stay tuned for our Audiobook Club’s episode for even more book chat!
Mar 6, 2025
14 min
RSBC Unseen Episode 02 - Pride: Celebrating Our People
On this Pride-themed episode of the Youth Forum’s Unseen Podcast, the RSBC’s LGBTQIA+ Youth Group discuss what it means to inhabit the intersecting spaces of vision impairment and queerness. We also talk about our queer icons, and the group’s plans for the future.
Aug 9, 2024
23 min
RSBC Audiobook Club - Episode 1 - Lil' Muffin Drops the Mic
Hello, hello; and welcome to a brand-new podcast from RSBC! Our Audiobook Club is here to talk about their latest read, Lil' Muffin Drops the Mic by comedian Romesh Ranganathan! How does, cooking, Hip-Hop, and comedy go together? Let ABC tell you! RSBC Audiobook Club is a weekly session ran remotely. Listen to your favourite books from the comfort of your home, meet new friends, and join in on fun discussions and quizzes. You can even help create audiobook sessions based on the chosen book. ...
Jun 13, 2024
18 min
RSBC TechMates - Episode 1 - Navigating the AI Landscape for the Visually Impaired
Welcome to the very first episode of the TechMates podcast, featuring hosts Alex and Juliette, delving into the fascinating world of technology for visually impaired people. Put simply, it is just 2 mates, having a chat about tech! In this debut episode, they'll explore how artificial intelligence could enhance the daily lives of the VI community, from taking silly photos to the pitfalls of AI. It's an episode you won't want to miss! If you enjoyed TechMates, please let us know b...
Nov 14, 2023
31 min
Parenting
Welcome to the RSBC Unseen podcast focusing on the unique journey of parenting as a blind parent. Zenny, our host, is joined by three extraordinary blind parents, each navigating their parenthood journey in their own distinct ways. They transparently share their challenges, positive and negative experiences as well as advice for other blind parents.
Aug 31, 2023
45 min
RSBC Unseen  Episode 01 - The Greatest Gift of Life is Friendship
What does friendship mean to you ? In this month’s podcast we had a great time discussing friendship as we approach friendship week. It was a pleasure to have Camille and Carla from Sisterhood join us to share their take on the importance of friendship and how Sisterhood has been the perfect place for young women to cultivate authentic friendships. Throughout the episode, our hosts delve into the diverse aspects covered by the Sisterhood program. From teaching makeup application to haircare t...
Jul 28, 2023
9 min
RSBC Unseen Episode 24 - Turn it up DJ
In this week's captivating episode of the RSBC Unseen podcast, hosts Ikra and Kaya embark on an eye-opening journey as they delve into the world of radio broadcasting with a remarkable guest, Banaris Iqbal. With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years, Banaris is not only an experienced radio DJ but also a valued member of the management committee at Bradford Community Broadcasting Radio. Tune in as Ikra and Kaya engage in an enlightening conversation with Banaris, who will share invalu...
Jun 2, 2023
29 min
RSBC Unseen Episode 23 - Finances
In the latest episode of RSBC Unseen, hosts Zenny, Kaya, and Charlotte dive into the topic of finances. They discuss the challenges faced by young people when it comes to accessing their own money and offer valuable tips on how to avoid common mistakes. The trio also provides insights into which banks are accessible and how to navigate the often-confusing world of finance. Join them as they explore this essential topic and empower listeners to take control of their finances.
Apr 24, 2023
30 min
RSBC Unseen Episode 22 - Transitions
In this episode of RSBC Unseen, we explore the topic of transitions. Join us as we hear from Rona and Camille, who share their personal experiences of moving from mainstream school to a college for the visually impaired and from France to England respectively. Rona will take us through her journey of adjusting to a new learning environment and the challenges she faced, as well as the support systems that helped her through this transition. Camille, on the other hand, will talk about the cultu...
Feb 15, 2023
21 min
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