Conversations on Communication, Branding, Design, Identity and Brilliance. Nik and Adam from Alkamee Brand & Design share their expertise and opinions about what branding can do for you, how to do it and why it matters.
…
continue reading
The two biggest names in Scottish political journalism, Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie, join forces to bring you a regular “must listen” insider briefing on the political and wider world. Bernard has been Scotland's leading TV political editor for many years while Alex is the unavoidable commentator and columnist for the Times and Sunday Times. Together they bring decades of experience and unsurpassed contacts books to provide you with a valuable insider briefing behind the headlines - all ...
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
MICHAEL MARRA - 2026 Labour victory "nowhere near a done deal"
49:05
49:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:05
Labour's Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Michael Marra MSP, tells the podcast A 2026 victory for Labour in the Scottish Parliamentary Election is "nowhere near a done deal" The best case scenario is a minority Labour government His political roots in family life in Dundee He regards Anas Sarwar's transformation of Scottish Labour as "profound…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
SNP CONFERENCE VERDICT - Where is the Policy Prospectus and Indy Strategy?
34:32
34:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:32
In the aftermath of the SNP's Annual Conference, Bernard and Alex ask - where are the new policies and the strategy for independence that the party will need to win voters back who switched to Labour at the General Election? The need for a clear policy prospectus. The challenges of economic growth and public services. The conference talked about In…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Alex Neil - 30 year wait for Independence if SNP lose in 2026
48:54
48:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:54
On the eve of the SNP Annual Conference, former Minister Alex Neil warns First Minster John Swinney to bin the "political weans" and "bring in heavyweights" as losing 2026 election will mean an independent Scotland is "in the freezer for 10-30 years" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Should SNP Ministers Meet Israelis and Palestinians?
39:11
39:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:11
Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie tackle the issues of the week including Fallout from SNP Minister, Angus Robertson, meeting with Israeli diplomats. Can anything be done to stem drug deaths in Scotland The Scottish Conservative leadership race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
I'll Investigate Douglas Ross says Tory Leadership Hopeful, Meghan Gallacher
46:02
46:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:02
Scottish Conservative leadership candidate, Meghan Gallacher, does not hold back in laying out her campaign stall. Says she'll investigate allegations that former boss and party leader, Douglas Ross, had a long term plan to dump Holyrood colleagues in favour of Westminster seat. Proposes 1p cut to Scottish Income Tax Proposes a re-evaluation of Sco…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Labour's Paul Sweeney - 2026 Scot Parl Election "High Stakes" for Future of UK
52:41
52:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:41
He's only 35 but Labour's Paul Sweeney has already been an MP and now sits as an MSP. He joined Bernard and Alex in the Press Bar in Glasgow to discuss.; 2026 Scottish Parliament Election is "high stakes" in terms of determining the long term future of the UK. "I've seen How hard Anas Sarwar works" - I don't think I'd be up to the job. "My faith in…
…
continue reading
Bernard and Alex recapture the lost art of a leisurely political conversation over a pint in the pub - in this case Glasgow's famous journalists pub, The Press Bar. Is this the era of SNP austerity? The Winter Fuel Allowance means test New GERS figures. We examine the state of Scotland's finances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
I VOTED LABOUR - Former Tory MSP, Prof Adam Tomkins
45:45
45:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:45
Former Tory MSP and Constitutional Law expert, Professor Adam Tomkins, joins us for a fascinating insight into the constitutional issues Scotland faces plus .... Prof Tomkins voted Labour for Blair McDougall at the General Election Role of Lord Advocate needs fixed - "it's extremely dangerous" He's enthused by the "boring" serious nature of Keir St…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Scottish Tory Leadership Candidate, Brian Whittle
45:01
45:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:01
Scottish Conservative Leadership Candidate and former Olympian, Brian Whittle, takes on challengers. "I'd struggle to vote for Russell Findlay" Douglas Ross standing in General Election was "disrespectful" and cost Tories the seat. "We got what we deserved" in General Election. Scottish Tory leaders have failed on communication. Scottish Tories - t…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
UK Riots - Starmer's First Crisis - What do they mean?
38:21
38:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:21
Against a backdrop of riots in the UK, misinformation and heightened tensions, a calm analysis of the riots and what they mean. How has the new Labour Government handled the crisis so far? Who is behind the riots? What this says about the UK? Why no riots in Scotland? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Independence Referendum II (Re-uploaded Version)
43:47
43:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:47
Bernard and Alex get heated with each other when the subject of a legitimate route to a second independence referendum arises. Also, Tory leadership contest. From the Press Bar on Albion Street in Glasgow. Questions and comments from Lee Carney Jonny Gray Wings Over Scotland Gordon Innes Follow us on Twitter, Youtube and Facebook Hosted on Acast. S…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
In Glasgow's Press Bar - Trump's Big Mistake, Tory Leadership Battle, 2 Child Cap to be Cancelled?
50:04
50:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:04
Bernard and Alex retreat to their natural habitat in Glasgow's famous journalists' haunt, The Press Bar on Albion Street, to ponder the stories of the day over a sociable refreshment. Trump's Big Mistake - Alex reckons Trump made a big mistake in his singular determination to unseat Joe Biden before the election. Tory Leadership Battle - Insight in…
…
continue reading
Matt joins Bernard and Alex with excellent impressions of ... Keir Starmer Angela Rayner Rachel Reeves Tony Blair Ed Miliband Also What makes Scottish audiences different What makes people walk out Who's taken offence to his impressions His hopes for the new government You can catch Matt's show at the Edinburgh Festival here https://tickets.edfring…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
JOE BIDEN Goes, MHAIRI BLACK Festival Shows, RACHEL REEVES Public Sector Pay Grows
34:53
34:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:53
Bernard and Alex tackle the stories of the week; JOE BIDEN - Both Bernard and Alex are keen observers of US Politics - their thoughts on Joe Biden agreeing to step down as Presidential Candidate. MHAIRI BLACK - After standing down at the General Election, the former SNP MP announced her Edinburgh Festival show "Politics Isn't For Me" as well as wor…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
King's Speech Reaction - A Return to Big Government?
32:02
32:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:02
Bernard and Alex bring you an instant briefing on the King's Speech with the first legislative agenda for Keir Starmer's new Labour Government. Is it a return to big Government (as some critics have said) or a different type of intervention? Headlines on the bills Watch No11 Downing Street not No10 to gauge the success of this government. Hosted on…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
SNP - Explosive Interview with Stewart McDonald
55:31
55:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:31
Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie speak to Stewart McDonald, SNP front bencher who lost his seat at the General Election ..... and he had a lot to say. ON 2026 HOLYROOD ELECTION 25:32 MASSIE: "Do you think getting "horsed" in 2026 is now the most likely outcome of the Holyrood election?" McDONALD: "Yes" ON INDEPENDENCE 35:07 "The hard pause has been…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Your Questions No3 - General Election Results
29:12
29:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:12
Your questions on the General Election result directly to Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie This episode, questions from: Peter Hardy - @PeterHardyAG (X) Ian Jones - @Salop_Ian (X) Michael Apter - @Michael_Apter (X) Andrew Brophy - @AndrewBrophy3 (X) LTW Anderson - @ltwanderson (X) Mark Brown - Via Email Gordon Dudman - Via Email Andrew McCall - Via…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
New Cabinet. Also, what now for the Tories and SNP?
30:27
30:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:27
In this episode, Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie discuss The new Labour Cabinet The future propects for the Conservatives and SNP .....and the former TV cameraman who out-predicted the pollsters. Bernard and Alex also reference a previous episode with Tom Baldwin discussing Keir Starmer in great detail. It's really worth a listen and gives unrival…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
UK General Election Result - The Verdict ...
42:26
42:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:26
We've been up all night. Here is the hot-off-the-press take on the UK General Election result from Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie. Labour joy Conservative and SNP election woes. What will the parties do next? What should they do next? Plus, highlights of selected seats and stories. #generalelection2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…
…
continue reading
YOU CAN GET OUR FREE WALLCHART HERE - https://x.com/PonsonbyMassie/status/1806349078093087015 This Episode is in 2 parts PART 1 - 0 mins - 17 mins - ELECTION NIGHT INSIGHTS - Alex asks Bernard to share his insights on how presenters cope with overnight election programmes. PART 2 - 17 mins - 39mins - WHAT TO WATCH FOR - Bernard and Alex give you a …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
BIG POLL WARNINGS - for Tories, SNP & Biden
38:38
38:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:38
With some recent polls predicting the SNP and Conservatives will be reduced to a rump of MPs at the General Election on Thurs 4th July, Bernard and Alex have a health warning for pollsters and politicians alike. Can these polls be trusted and do they have the nuance to pick up on constituency level sentiments? Plus, it was the issue the Democrats d…
…
continue reading
Bernard and Alex do their best to answer your questions sent in to ponsonbymassie@gmail.com Questions this episode from; Darren McGarvey @lokiscottishrap (X) Rob Shorthouse @bobtwopointoh (X) John Duffy @johnduffy512 (Youtube) Colin Thompson @colinthompson3111 (Youtube) Argyll Loon @argyllloon (X) Luca Brasi @hickslike22 (X) Ewen Kennedy @ewangkenn…
…
continue reading
Bernard and Alex on ..... The effect of Farage and Reform Will JK Rowling's gender recognition reform criticism of Labour come back to haunt the party? Stampgate - Will allegations of the SNP using MSPs expenses to pay for election campaign stamps re-ignite memories of previous scandals for voters? ... and Scotland exiting the Euros. Bernard and Al…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Major Yougov/SKY Poll + SNP & Labour Manifestos
38:18
38:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:18
Yougov sampled 39,979 in a super poll that shows the Conservatives reduced to 108 seats. The SNP & Labour Manifestos are out. Bernard and Alex give insight and analysis into the latest developments in the UK General Election 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The SNP Malaise - "I think you need Dyno-rod in to that [SNP] front bench"
40:58
40:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:58
Bernard and Alex discuss the SNP's electoral chances and what the election result means to the SNP's cause of independence. They are joined by former SNP MSP, investigative journalist and life-long independence campaigner, Dorothy-Grace Elder who doesn't hold back in her criticism of John Swinney. DGE describes John Swinney as a "Sturgeonista" who …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Who is Keir Starmer? We have the answers from his biographer, Tom Baldwin.
51:32
51:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:32
"MUST LISTEN" EPISODE - An incredible insight into the man who will most likely be Prime Minister from the man who knows him better than most - his biographer, Tom Baldwin. Tom discusses what makes Keir Starmer tick, his background, his politics and what we can expect from him in Government. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Scottish Leaders' Debate - Euro Fever - Conservative Manifesto
39:55
39:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:55
SCOTTISH LEADERS DEBATE - TORY MANIFESTO - EURO FEVER * SCOTTISH LEADERS DEBATE - Bernard thinks there may have been a few plants in the audience * CONSERVATIVE MANIFESTO - Massie - Family visa policy is a "Love Tax" * EURO FEVER - Do marginal factors effect marginal constituencies as Scotland and England prepare for the Euros ahead of election? Ma…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
ASK BERNARD & ALEX - Your Questions Answered
37:47
37:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:47
Alex and Bernard attempt to answer your questions. *Spoiler Alert" They had 30 or 40 questions to get through and managed about 5 or 6 because they chatted so much. Apologies if you sent in a questions and didn't get it answered! * Alex reminds Bernard of the time he stood as a candidate .... and lost his deposit. * Turnout? * General Election impl…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
CIVIL WAR IN THE TORY PARTY & GENERAL ELECTION ROUND-UP
39:07
39:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:07
Bernard and Alex summarise the General Election campaign to date and analyse the implications. * Is the Tory campaign the worst in living memory? * Westminster and Holyrood Tories are circling their leaders. * Ponsonby lambasts Sunak over D-Day. * Massie casts the SNP's Stephen Flynn as Cassius with a "lean and hungry look" towards his Caesar, John…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
UK General Election Predictions From the Team
51:00
51:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:00
Three very educated guesses on the outcome of the UK General Election as Professor Ailsa Henderson of the University of Edinburgh joins Bernard and Alex to talk polls, constituency boundaries and possible Conservative oblivion, a la Canada '93. WARNING - This is a real deep dive. You may wish to don your political anorak, make some strong coffee an…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
REACTION - To the First Leaders Debate - General election 2024
21:56
21:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
21:56
Bernard and Alex do not hold back in their criticism of the first Leaders Debate between Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer on ITV. "This was not a serious debate" "entertainment TV" and "a disservice to the viewer". Plus Bernard and Alex give detailed reaction to the performances of Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…
…
continue reading
Welcome to the NEW Ponsonby and Massie Podcast This week, the two biggest names in Scottish political journalism, Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie, review the General Election campaign so far and preview the upcoming leaders debates. Included in this episode PONSONBY - "Starmer is the most anti-left Labour leader since Gaitskell" MASSIE - "Every SN…
…
continue reading
How do you create a brilliant brand identity? How do you create cut through, break into new markets, reach younger audiences, improve sales and change perceptions? Brand identity – we delve into, discuss and describe the process behind building a brand identity full of impact.By Adam Gallacher & Nik Dillon
…
continue reading
We discuss the culmination of Alkamee's 50 years working in the white hot heat of brands around the world. Then and now, reminiscing on our journey and uncovering what it takes to create a brand identity that breaks the spell of the status quo and wins the hearts and minds of your audience.By Adam Gallacher & Nik Dillon
…
continue reading
Make Some Noise, Season 2 has landed! In this series, we discuss CHANGE. Change is a powerful force for personal, organisational and societal growth, but is so often feared or resented. This series focuses on different aspects of change – from small to large and how we can all embrace it as individuals, as brands and as businesses. In this opening …
…
continue reading
We always say that a logo is only a part of a brand not the whole, but in this episode we talk a little bit about what a logo actually is, what it does and most importantly we share our ten all time favourites.By Adam Gallacher & Nik Dillon
…
continue reading
2020 has been the year of challenges and changes, we chat through what some of this means and also on the subject of change itself, small word big topic.By Adam Gallacher & Nik Dillon
…
continue reading
What is brand positioning and purpose anyway? What's the difference? What do they do?How can they make your brand go? Get your positioning right and it can be the hidden force that will make your business fly. Know what you're famous for and live it every day.By Adam&Nik
…
continue reading
Difficult times create fresh opportunities. Why you should keep communicating. How can you pivot? Don't sell but don't stop spreading the word about your business. Who is nailing it, what can we learn from China and there will be an after so don't get so stuck in the crisis that you forget to plan for the future.…
…
continue reading