Best DC Thomson Podcasts (2024)

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What next for the SNP and Tories, and what's it like to be an MP? 46:34

3d ago46:34

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Scotland has had its say, and a week on from the election we survey the wreckage of the SNP and Conservative campaigns and try to work out what they might do next. We also hear from Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy's Melanie Ward, who shares an audio diary of her first days in Westminster as a new MP. And finally, will John Swinney and Keir Starmer find s…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Round 3 recap LIVE from Royal Troon 37:26

1h ago37:26

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Fasten your seatbelts, ladies and gentlemen – it's time for Open Sunday. Michael, live from Royal Troon, and Bryce, live from his man cave, are here to set the stage for the final round of the 152nd edition of the championship. Will leader Billy Horschel seal the deal to win his first major? Who from the chasing pack is most likely to snatch the Cl…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Round 2 recap LIVE from Royal Troon 28:35

3h ago28:35

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Shane Lowry is the man to beat heading into the weekend at The 152nd Open – but, for many of the game’s top players, the fight for the Claret Jug is over for another year. On today’s Open Commute, recorded live in the media centre at Royal Troon, Michael McEwan and Alex Perry reflect on a dramatic, incident-packed Friday. Can Lowry finish the job a…

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The Open Commute: Round 1 recap 31:29

1d ago31:29

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Well... who saw all that coming?! A quite remarkable first round of The 152nd Open is in the books and Michael and Alex are here to look back on it all. Can Shane Lowry ride his early momentum to win a second Claret Jug? Where did it all go wrong for Rory? Why does Bryson not have answers to the questions posed by links golf?! And Tiger... sigh! Tu…

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Dundee United’s new fan favourites and Dundee star is a class above 1:05:29

2h ago1:05:29

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United’s shocker as Dundee run riot – different ends of the spectrum for our twa teams on opening day. What happened to the Tangerines and how good have the Dark Blues actually been? What impact have the two North Macedonians made for Jim Goodwin’s side and can they get through the group? It’s yet another Twa Teams stuffed full of Dundee and Dundee…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Day 3 LIVE from Royal Troon 30:27

7h ago30:27

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Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! It’s time for The 152nd Open to get under way! Before it does, Michael and Alex have your latest Open Commute live from Royal Troon, featuring reaction to R&A chief Martin Slumbers’ comments about Muirfield, some thoughts on Bob Mac, an interesting meeting with a legend’s family, and loads more. Particularl…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Day 2 LIVE from Royal Troon 28:37

3h ago28:37

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We’re another day closer to The 152nd Open getting under way – and there is a LOT to talk about on today’s episode of the Open Commute. Michael, Bryce and Alex react as Tiger Woods claps back at Colin Montgomerie’s retirement remarks, as well as thoughts on Rory McIlroy’s presser, Bryson DeChambeau’s new-found star power, the pick of the tee times,…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Day 1 LIVE from Royal Troon 32:58

6h ago32:58

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Here we go again: the Open Commutes are back! Michael McEwan and Alex Perry reflect on a busy first day at Royal Troon for The 152nd Open. Michael details what he saw – and liked – about Tiger Woods after following the three-time major champ for his first practice round, there’s praise for Robert MacIntyre after his remarkable Scottish Open win, an…

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The complete Open Championship preview 2:00:06

23h ago2:00:06

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And just like that, the final men’s major of the season is upon us – and what an epic it’s shaping up to be. Join Michael, Bryce and Alex as they preview The 152nd Open at Royal Troon. Where will the championship be won and lost? Can Rory bounce back from his US Open heartbreak? Does Bryson have the game to make it two major wins in a row? Does Tig…

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Dundee in a hurry with Simon Murray and Dundee United’s Macedonian masterplan 1:05:52

2d ago1:05:52

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The season is upon us! And there are changes coming on Twa Teams, One Street. First, though, the boys discuss how ready Dundee and Dundee United are for the Premier Sports Cup – will Simon Murray hit the ground running and what will the exotic signings bring for the Tangerines? The A-Team is back as Tom Duthie hosts George Cran, Graeme Finnan and A…

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The US Ryder Cup captain drama! 1:25:18

8d ago1:25:18

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So, Tiger Woods has decided he doesn’t want to be the US Ryder Cup next year after all. The 15-time major champion has turned down the chance to lead his country at Bethpage – but why?! Michael and Bryce react on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, there’s praise for Ewen Ferguson and Bernhard Langer, whilst six-time DP World To…

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Talking trialists with Dundee in Poland and 5 new attackers for Dundee United 1:07:47

9d ago1:07:47

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Transfer stories are hotting up on Sandeman Street – Dundee are looking at trialists and bringing new men in while Jim Goodwin wants five more at United. What do the new additions mean for Dundee – George Cran is out in Poland to give us the gossip. And how are United looking? Tom Duthie hosts as he’s joined in the studio by Sean Hamilton and Graem…

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Polls and postal vote scandal 20:12

10d ago20:12

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The opinion polls all agree who will be next prime minister. But lots of local contests are still far too close to call. What will the parties learn from crucial regional shifts in opinion? Some people won't get a say at all because of postal vote delays. We discuss the real-life impact and the anger building over the timing of this election.…

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Is Scottie Scheffler profiting from LIV? 1:39:07

19d ago1:39:07

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The best players in the world can’t stop him. The police couldn’t stop him. Even Extinction Rebellion protestors couldn’t stop him. So, just who can stop Scottie Scheffler? The world No.1 stretched his lead at the top of the OWGR with a sixth victory of 2024 at the Travelers Championship as he continues his dominant streak this year. However, is he…

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Do Dundee have a new Rab Douglas, who is United’s statement signing and derby day is coming! 1:03:38

16d ago1:03:38

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The Premiership season kicks off with the big one – a derby at Tannadice! Loads to talk about on that as well as new signings at Dundee and United. Tom Duthie is the host with the most and he is joined to talk everything dark blue and tangerine by George Cran, Sean Hamilton and Graeme Finnan.By DC Thomson

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Rishi returns as Tories brace 22:09

19d ago22:09

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The prime minister was back in Scotland to help Douglas Ross in a tight contest. Were they words of encouragement or damage limitation? Can Lib Dems pull of a Highland surprise? And will Reform have any impact in Scotland? All that and analysis of the latest election coverage from political reporters across the P&J, The Courier and the Sunday Post.…

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The 40-minute US Open hangover 43:23

23d ago43:23

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We’ve only gone and made you a very special episode of The bunkered Podcast, haven’t we? With Alex on holiday, Michael (fresh from Germany) and Bryce look back on an incredible US Open, specifically Rory’s choke and Bryson’s win. How does McIlroy bounce back from this major disappointment? Does he need a new caddie? Is he really this generation’s G…

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Dundee United take Vick-tory lap as Dundee’s Luke McCowan talks put under microscope 1:02:41

24d ago1:02:41

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Dundee United are wasting no time in tooling up for the Premiership, with Vicko Sevelj becoming their third summer capture – and more on the way. The Tangerines will be back in action on Saturday with a pre-season fixture against Brechin City to come. What will we learn from the trip to Glebe Park? Meanwhile, Dundee are back in training, but the wa…

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Election latest, and an Aberdeenshire shock 26:30

27d ago26:30

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We discuss how Labour suspended its candidate in Aberdeenshire North and Moray East after exclusive reporting from our politics team. What happens next in the big contest between the SNP and Tories in the crucial region? Does Gordon Brown's impact still resonate in Fife - and can the Kingdom turn red? And we make some rash predictions about how man…

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Dundee United set a Trap and Dundee’s Poz-itive outlook 1:08:46

1M ago1:08:46

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Two new arrivals are in the door and the owner of FK Shkupi has all-but confirmed that Kristijan Trapanovski is Tannadice-bound. Alan Temple talks all things Terrors as Kai Fotheringham names his Dundee inspiration. Dee-daft Graeme Finnan discusses Dundee’s Poznan calendar, but the wait goes on for new signings. Will recent SPFL punishments have an…

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Douglas Ross and the Tory turmoil 24:15

1M ago24:15

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Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross rocked his own campaign, leaving us to wonder what can possibly happen next. We look at new polling on the picture in Scotland, and what's happening with Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak. And we wonder if everyone's made up their mind already and just wants to watch Scotland at the Euros.…

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The ultimate US Open preview! 1:42:55

1M ago1:42:55

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And just like that, the third men’s major of 2024 is upon us. Michael, Bryce and Alex look ahead to the 124th US Open, taking place this week at Pinehurst. Will the USGA get it right or (very badly) wrong with the course set-up? Can anybody – other than the police – stop Scottie Scheffler? Does Tiger have a hope of even making the cut? Is this the …

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Dundee United go CalForth into Premiership as Dundee go retro – and Tam talks bus passes 1:05:09

1M ago1:05:09

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United fans will now be attending the CalForth Construction Arena at Tannadice Park but does the name matter? Alan Temple is back to give us all the dirt on Dundee United with some signing talk to boot. George Cran is still in his mystery European location but there’s plenty of Dundee pitch talk and some Arvid Schenk as well. And joining them is ho…

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John Swinney interview special 43:42

1M ago43:42

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In an exclusive interview, John Swinney says he feared for his party when he stood to become leader earlier this year. Speaking to David Clegg, the first minister reflected on the fast-paced first weeks in office, propelled from a think-tank event in London into the top job in Scottish politics. Mr Swinney explains why he'd turned down a job from H…

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Oh, Canada! Bob MacIntyre is a PGA Tour winner! 1:28:52

1M ago1:28:52

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Robert MacIntyre is a PGA Tour winner. The 27-year-old Scot – and three-time guest on The bunkered Podcast – stormed to victory in the RBC Canadian Open and the weekend and, well, we’re all feeling rather emotional about it. On this week’s episode, Michael, Bryce and Alex reflect on a huge week for the young Obanite, ponder what’s next for him and …

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Foreign arrivals – are Dundee United getting the ‘new Miovski’ and are Dundee adding another Mexican? 1:03:02

1M ago1:03:02

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Hot off the press! Twa Teams, One Street has breaking transfer news to discuss. Dundee United have been linked with the ‘new Miosvki’ and Dundee are after a new Mexican according to reports in their homelands. Plenty of other stuff too. Back to talk all things tangerine and dark blue is host Tom Duthie alongside Graeme Finnan and Sean Hamilton as G…

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General election fever, week 1 27:04

2M ago27:04

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Rishi Sunak came to the Highlands where he doesn’t even have a candidate. Keir Starmer promised Scotland the earth, but not a location for his fabled GB Energy HQ. John Swinney found himself in an election moments after becoming First Minister. We discuss week one, we test the water among the people of Perth, and all the rest in the first of our el…

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A tribute to Grayson Murray 1:24:58

2M ago1:24:58

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On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael and Bryce reflect on the tragic news about Grayson Murray. They discuss the two-time PGA Tour winner’s career, his successes, his challenges and what lessons can be learned from his heartbreaking decision to take his own life at only 30 years of age. Elsewhere, there’s a full US Women’s Open p…

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What lies ahead for Dundee and how many signings do Dundee United need as we grill a special guest 1:02:04

2M ago1:02:04

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Dundee’s season has ended and there is a huge amount to talk about. How big a recruitment job is it for Tony Docherty? And what’s it like when your son gets released? We ask big Lee Wilkie the answers to both those questions and more. We have a couple of special Dundee guests in store, too. There’s also plenty on the go for United and a bit of Scot…

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Why Scotland's doctors are worried about Physician Associates 23:30

2M ago23:30

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Simon Barker, a children's orthopaedic surgeon in Aberdeen, explains the growing concern over the use of new “physician associates” in a stretched health service. Are they valuable, quickly-trained additions, or is this “mission creep” to paper over gaps doctors can’t always cover? Dr Barker is deputy chairman of the British Medical Association’s S…

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St Johnstone safe, Dundee departures and United secure Sibbald 1:07:50

2M ago1:07:50

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St Johnstone pulled a rabbit out of their hat to secure their Premiership status on the final day of the season. On this week's Courier Talking Football - the final episode of the season - Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss an impending Perth rebuild, Dundee's retained players list and United's first summer contract move.…

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The big fat PGA Championship debrief! 1:35:26

2M ago1:35:26

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Xander Schauffele is a major champion at long, long last. So often the bridesmaid in the game’s biggest events, the Californian stepped up to win the PGA Championship at Valhalla. On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, Bryce and Alex reflect on Schauffele’s major breakthrough and wonder where it all went right. There’s chat about …

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What Dee need to improve, some golden nuggets for United and the 2023/24 Twa Teams Season Awards! 1:19:57

2M ago1:19:57

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It’s a big day in the calendar – never mind your cinch or the PFA Scotland or Football Writer’s one, these are the awards that matter. Oor boys give their Player and Young Player of the Year awards out to Dundee and Dundee United stars! Tell us what you think, did they choose correctly? We also go through Dundee’s difficult week on the road and con…

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Scotland's new drug addiction recovery plan explored 32:12

2M ago32:12

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Douglas Ross tells us drug addiction and death is a problem in rural areas like his Moray constituency, not just cities with problems such as Dundee and Glasgow. The Tory leader explains why his ‘right to addiction recovery bill’ should get support at Holyrood. We also look our coverage of the Men’s Sheds scheme which forced the SNP into a funding …

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The ultimate PGA Championship preview: Part 2 1:38:11

2M ago1:38:11

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It’s PGA Championship week which means it’s time for part two of our preview. Michael, Bryce and Alex run the rule over some of the contenders for the Wanamaker, including a resurgent Rory McIlroy, new-dad Scottie Scheffler, the near-faultless Ludvig Aberg and the polarising Patrick Cantlay. Plus, have we already seen the best of the career grand s…

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St Johnstone peril, 'nul points' for Dundee and rebuild starts at United 1:01:24

2M ago1:01:24

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St Johnstone have two games to save their Premiership skin. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Saints' chances, whether Dundee are at risk of a pointless post-split run and the beginning of Dundee United's Premiership rebuild.By DC Thomson

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15 out, how many in for Dundee United? And what did St Mirren defeat show is needed for Dundee? 1:04:17

2M ago1:04:17

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Busy, busy, busy Dundee United have wasted no time in getting their squad rebuild under way. Hangovers had barely eased by the time some players got the bad news they wouldn’t be staying. Fifteen left – how many will Jim Goodwin bring in? And how do Dundee recover from the St Mirren no-show? Plenty on the go as host Tom Duthie is joined by George C…

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The ultimate PGA Championship preview: Part 1 1:38:05

2M ago1:38:05

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Michael, Bryce and Alex set the scene for the second men’s major of the season: the PGA Championship. Is any player under more pressure to perform at Valhalla than Talor Gooch? Does the six invites for LIV players expose a serious flaw in the world rankings? Does the PGA really have the strongest field in golf? And is Brooks Koepka the man to beat?…

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We search for words of wisdom as John Swinney becomes First Minister 35:00

2M ago35:00

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Becoming first minister was the easy bit for John Swinney. Now the handshakes and warm words are over, the hard work of governing begins. We speak with Kayleigh Quinn, who knows a thing or two about wrangling a difficult group at Holyrood. The former Scottish Labour organiser tells us what might be going through the new leader’s head as he looks at…

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A cheeky sausage and transfer ifs, buts and maybes for Dundee and Dundee United 1:09:11

2M ago1:09:11

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Dundee’s big St Mirren date offers the chance to be Euro stars. Dundee United get the Championship trophy. There’s also some pitch talk, off-field plans and more. Plenty on the go as host Tom Duthie is joined by George Cran, Alan Temple and Graeme Finnan to talk all things tangerine and dark blue.By DC Thomson

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Humza Yousaf quits - what next for the SNP? 24:56

3M ago24:56

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Humza Yousaf folded on April 29 after losing authority by ditching his Green coalition partners. We ask people in the outgoing first minister’s home city of Dundee what they think of his year in charge. We also hear from Green MSP Maggie Chapman, who was asked if she still has confidence in her own party leaders. Our political reporters look at the…

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St Johnstone must find some shape at Aberdeen 59:42

3M ago59:42

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In this week’s Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence and Eric Nicolson assess the Perth side’s worrying form curve, Dundee’s chances of beating St Mirren and predict who will be staying and going at Tannadice.By DC Thomson

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Money for nothing? The 'disgraceful’ PGA Tour Player Equity deal... 1:36:42

3M ago1:36:42

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So, there we have it. PGA Tour players who ‘stayed loyal’ to the PGA Tour in the aftermath of LIV’s emergence now know how much they’re going to be rewarded with. Tiger Woods is set to receive $100m. There’s $50m for Rory McIlroy. Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas will each pocket $30m. And on and on it goes. But is this a good look for the game? Is …

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Big summer ahead for Dundee United as Dundee chase carrot 1:03:58

3M ago1:03:58

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Dundee United are the champions of the Championship, almost… It’s as close to won as it can be and the Tangerines have been partying anyway. What, though, lies ahead in a crucial summer recruitment drive? And what are Dundee’s chances of pipping St Mirren to fifth and grabbing the last European slot? Plenty on the go as host Tom Duthie is joined by…

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Alistair Greig’s £13m Ponzi fraud 33:29

3M ago33:29

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A long-running plea for justice in the north of Scotland is being described as similar in scale to the Post Office scandal. At its heart are the dozens of families devastated by conman Alistair Greig. He was a respected financial advisor based in Aberdeen who ended up duping 184 victims out of £13 million. Now they want justice. To tell the story, …

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What next for champions Dundee United and Dundee favourites for Europe 1:03:45

3M ago1:03:45

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In this week’s Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Sean Hamilton and Eric Nicolson suggest Jim Goodwin is all-in with United but now needs backed, Dundee should overtake St Mirren and St Johnstone need to find some momentum.By DC Thomson

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The complete Masters debrief 1:46:08

3M ago1:46:08

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Michael, Bryce and Alex sit down to pick at the bones of the 2024 Masters Tournament. Is Scottie Scheffler boring? Why Amen Corner is the greatest stretch in golf. How many majors is Ludvig going to win? Does Rory need a new caddie? Plus so much more. Elsewhere, there’s chat about Rory’s rumoured move to LIV (what a load of nonsense) and golf’s TV …

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Dundee United on the brink as Dundee dream of Europe 1:02:49

3M ago1:02:49

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It could be party time at Tannadice this Saturday as the Championship title homes into view for Dundee United. It’s also party time at Dens Park after securing top six and now setting sights on a European finish after an impressive show against Rangers. And it could be party time at Twa Teams towers, too – we’ve been nominated for an award! Taking …

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Is Labour ready for power? 25:47

3M ago25:47

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Jennifer Lees-Marshment has studied political marketing and management since the rise of Tony Blair. In this episode, she tells us how the main parties are approaching the phony war before the election date is set. She also describes concerns that politicians are simply not trained to actually do their job when in power. Would you go to a surgeon w…

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Tony Docherty ticks every box as Dundee boss 1:08:14

3M ago1:08:14

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In this week’s Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence and Eric Nicolson assess why the Dundee manager is perfectly suited to his Dens Park job, discuss the squad changes Jim Goodwin will need to make at Tannadice over the summer and the improvements needed for St Johnstone to stay in the Premiership.…

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