Scottish Independence Podcasts is a weekly podcast about Scottish politics, culture and chat. We passionately support Scottish Independence. New episodes every Friday. Our website: https://scottishindypod.scot
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Scottish politics dissected from a left, pro-independence stance. Each week, award-winning broadcaster and journalist, Lesley Riddoch chews over the week’s news with former media lecturer and Dundee United fan, Pat Joyce. If you like intelligent, quirky chat about Scottish society and culture, and Scottish, UK and international politics analysed from a Scottish perspective; this podcast is for you.
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The Scottish Independence Podcast is the first and oldest podcast documenting the Scottish Independence movement. Interviews with activists, politicians, artists, writers and more, and occasionally a comedy episode. https://www.facebook.com/TheScottishIndependencePodcast https://twitter.com/mgreenwell https://michaelgreenwell.wordpress.com/
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From Channel 4 News, an in-depth look at the news stories you need to know about; how the past shapes the present and what might lie ahead for us all. channel4.com/news
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You may have seen him on the telly, or heard him on the wireless. But Brian Taylor is back on the airwaves - this time, delving into Scotland's politics with The Herald. He'll be bringing fresh analysis and insight into the biggest stories across Scotland, drawing on years of experience in the media industry, and talking to the people who make and break the news. ________________________________________________ Produced by Elle Duffy & Ema Sabljak. Email: podcasts@heraldscotland.co.uk to get ...
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David Greig and friends present a lunchtime #indyref show at Edinburgh Fringe 2014
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Part of a series of lectures by academics in the Centre for Scottish and Celtic Studies at the University of Glasgow addressing the question of Scotland’s historic Britishness from different disciplinary perspectives.
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British Thought Leaders features in-depth conversations on issues that affect and shape our society and culture, giving a voice to those marginalised by legacy media. Hosted by NTD UK’s News Director Lee Hall.
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The meaning of life, the art of everything and sometimes hings about crisps. A mixture of interviews, rants and skits squished together with music. From the deep talk to the daft chat featuring artists and personalities from Glasgow and beyond.
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#EngagetheDisengaged The Untribal Podcast aims to engage people in Scottish politics by transforming the way we speak about big issues... in a way everyone can understand. Innes Burns speaks to both politicians and regular people, bringing the conversation down to ground level. It's an inclusive, relatable media outlet that aims to transform political correspondence.
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Square Mile of Murder is a true crime podcast recorded and produced in Glasgow, Scotland. Join Taylor and Kat as they describe lesser known, famous, and infamous crimes and make sarcastic comments and bad puns along the way!
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Two doctors take a look at the health news stories and issues that interest them. Humorous and informal, opinion-heavy and always entertaining,
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I'm a freelance political writer and broadcaster and this is my podcast
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How the world around you is out to make you ill and how you can make it well.
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Fun history lessons for all the family, presented by Horrible Histories' Greg Jenner. Full of facts and jokes, the series brings to life a broad range of historical topics, many linked to the school curriculum. Homeschool Histories is made by the producers of the much-loved Radio 4 podcast You're Dead To Me.
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Russell Kane hosts The Kaneing, a topical comedy show where a panel of special guest editors pitch the stories of the week for a fictional magazine.
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Mountain biking news, reviews and opinion from the people who bring you Singletrack magazine and the massively popular mountain bike website singletrackworld.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A weekly guided meditation podcast offering you a safe place to relax, unwind, ease tension reduce stress, anxiety, practice mindfulness, increase focus and take time to just simply breathe. My name is Ri and I invite you to join my guided meditations as you take time to care for yourself by practicing stillness and making space for inner peace and self reflection. My hope is that you will be able to relax and feel restored as you learn to love yourself and others deeply. We hope you will en ...
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A podcast series brought to you by the Scottish Centre for Global History in association with the University of Dundee. Through our research workshops and editorial podcasts, we aim to democratise Global History and give a public platform to postgraduate research. You can see our full list of history blogs and academic resources at globalhistory.org.uk If you'd like to contribute a blog post or take part in a virtual research workshop, please contact us via email at SCGH@dundee.ac.uk or via ...
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I'm sure you feel it too. The world is at a juncture and we have to change the system. But what do we need to know to get ready for the future? In this podcast, journalist Laura Kemp unpacks some of the telling movements of our time. Joined by insiders and thought leaders, Changing The System explores future versus status quo, rebels versus establishment, changemakers versus the comfortable. Join the conversation to change one system at a time. Let's go!
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Discussing how we best shape the future of Scotland.
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The InDependent Spouse podcast by The Milspo Business Network is a series of fun, informative podcasts for all military spouses, partners and other-halves. The InDependent Spouse podcast was born from a need to hear something new. A need to hear from the inspirational men and women who experience service life from the ‘home-front’ while creating successful businesses, running amazing charities and taking on their own challenges. To give a voice to those who are already achieving astonishing ...
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Welcome to the What Scotland Thinks podcast with Sir John Curtice, a series looking at public attitudes towards the key political and constitutional issues in Scotland today.
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A podcast by two almost historians on the women who lived, fought, loved, and died during wars throughout history, Women of War is slightly irreverent, mostly factual, and thoroughly interesting. Join Hannah and Nicola each fortnight as they explore how women navigated the complexities of living during wartime.
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Following the election results earlier this month, indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene invited guest and friend of the podcast Lynne Dougan into our studio for a chat. Lynne was at the count of the Alloa and Grangemouth constituency and gives us some behind the scenes insights as to what goes on through the night of an election. This episode was origi…
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I'm Not Convinced an Independent Scotland Would Make Scottish People Better Off: Simon Miln
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Scottish entrepreneur Simon Miln to talk about building a better society, the prospect of an independent Scotland, and the impact of corporate lobbying.By British Thought Leaders
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068 : Scottish Veterans Commissioner, Lieutenant Commander (retired) Susie Hamilton.
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https://www.scottishveteranscommissioner.org Jess Sands hosts a podcast on business and military life, aiming to inspire military spouses to become entrepreneurs. In this episode, she interviews Susie, the Scottish Veterans Commissioner, who emphasises support for women veterans and bereaved families. The discussion highlights the gap between polic…
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RNC speech: has Donald Trump really changed after shooting?
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An assassination attempt, J.D. Vance - a relatively unknown Ohio Senator - picked as Donald Trump’s Vice President, and current President Joe Biden desperately clinging on to his own nomination - it’s been another huge week in American politics and there's still one day left at the Republican National Convention where Donald Trump is due to speak -…
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The King's Speech. The first opportunity to test the reality of Labour's "Change" mantra. We examine what was in it and more importantly what wasn't. The "nationalisation" of rail was much trumpeted in particular but what's the reality of the claim? How symbolic of Labour's "Don't frighten the horses" approach to government is this policy? How will…
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Innes meets Paul Sweeney MSP to talk about his journey and answer social media questions from our followers.
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Cozy New York Flat Ambience: Guided Visualization Meditation for Relaxation and Sleep
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Send us a Text Message. Hello Friends, and welcome back. This week, we head to the heart of the Big Apple and settle into a cozy New York City flat where we have no obligation but to simply enjoy the sights and sounds of the city. Ambience: city ambience, distant traffic, relaxing jazz music. Thank you so much for joining me. Have a wonderful week …
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'A Golden Ticket to the Future Dub Factory' w/ Tom Spirals (An Danssa Dub)
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Tom Spirals is the powerhouse behind An Danssa Dub who are currently touring Europe from Glastonbury to Italy . Tom has also emceed for the likes of Mungo's Hifi, and performed with Skayaman, but right now is enjoying huge success with his future dub project that combines trad scots music with a heavy twist of bass that comes with a sound system ed…
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Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene were delighted to take part in a panel discussion which took place after Edinburgh Women for Independence group's AGM in June. The format was: 00:01:09 Sam Page from Yes for EU on the topic of reasons to rejoin the EU 00:08:42 Ruth Ritchie on behalf of Believe in Scotland on the topic of grassroots activism 00:16:42…
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The World Should Know Mao Is Responsible for the Deaths of Over 70 Million Chinese: Jung Chang
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Jung Chang CBE, whose best-selling novel "Wild Swans" is said to have opened the world’s eyes to the horrors committed by the Chinese Communist Party during the Cultural Revolution. Ms. Chang talks about the persecution her family suffered in communist China, what life was like as one of Britain's first Chinese student…
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Biden v Trump: is the West on the brink of collapse?
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After a week-long victory lap in the UK, Sir Keir Starmer flew to America for the Nato summit where he met US President Biden and Ukraine’s president Zelenskyy - but his Western allies have been in a less celebratory mood than Britain’s new prime minister. The far left and right are resurgent across Europe with France politically paralysed after Em…
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In this special Lesley reports from her time at the 2024 Orkney Folk Festival. Celebrating its 41st year the programme featured 52 events, including concerts, ceilidhs, lounge performances, workshops, talks and family events, at venues across Orkney. Designed to offer something for everyone with local and visiting artists, as well as contemporary a…
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No matter how it's spun last week's General Election result was a disaster for the SNP. Can a detailed analysis of the drop from 50% of the popular vote in 2014 to 30% and the reduction to just 9 MPs be carried out without descending into bitterness and the rabbit hole of recrimination? Where did the disconnect between half the Scottish electorate'…
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'The Drink, The Drugs, The Scratchcairds' w/ Mark Black
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We are joined by one of Scotland's greatest stand up comics Mark Black who rose to fame last year with his parodies of Jamesa English and Gerry Cinnamon . Mark also performs with Doss who we interviewed two episodes ago which you should also check out if you haven't already. This was rfecorded live from Puerto Escondido , Mexico earlier in the year…
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It's Very Easy to Beat Someone Up When They Won't Fight Back: Jared Whitaker
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with author Jared Whitaker to talk about surviving domestic abuse, and the taboo subject of domestic abuse against men.By British Thought Leaders
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The Election is over.
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The Independence Episode: New Stumpjumper Details
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This week it's election time. We voted and we hope you did too. I this week's episode Mark reminisces about past Passporte du Soleil events and how one fellow journo didn't even make it to the start line. Benji gives us a load of new info on the 15th Specialized Stumpjumper that has just launched and Hannah has just come back from the Bespoked hand…
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Scottish Serenity: Guided Grounding Meditation
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Send us a Text Message. Hello Friends, and welcome back. This week, we head into the foothills of Scotland and set up by a serene loch to practice grounding and reconnect ourselves with the natural world. Thank you so much for joining me. Have a peace-filled week and I’ll see you next Monday for a new meditation. <3 Ambience: birds, water, Celtic m…
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Election results: what will Starmer really do with landslide win?
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The Conservative party have suffered their worst ever defeat and Keir Starmer has been swept to power in a landslide victory - but huge challenges are waiting in the new prime minister’s intray and while he has a massive majority now in Westminster, his support across the country is on shakier grounds. Some of Labour’s big names, who thought they’d…
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It's been a disastrous night for the Tories and the SNP but a great one for Labour. In this podcast special we give our immediate reaction to the result of the 2024 General Election. What now for the SNP? How significant is the rise in support for Reform? Can Labour live up to the trust placed in them by the voters? ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Dissolving the Union with Graeme McCormick
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Why did Graeme McCormick decide to stand in the SNP leadership contest and why did he then withdraw his candidacy to allow John Swinney to be elected unopposed? We last chatted to Graeme McCormick in September 2023 about his proposals to dissolve the UK union and how that might come about (you can listen to that episode here https://www.podbean.com…
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Independence Day Calm: Guided Visualization Meditation
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Send us a Text Message. Hello Friends, and welcome back. This week, we head to the park with our family and friends to enjoy an Independence Day celebration filled with food, fun and fireworks! Thank you so much for joining me. I wish you a wonderful rest of your week and I'll see you on Monday for a new meditation! <3 Support the Show. Buy Us a Co…
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A Simpler Tax System Would Encourage Growth and Restore Public Trust: John O'Connell
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with John O'Connell, CEO of the Taxpayers’ Alliance, to discuss how our economy could flourish with lower, simpler taxes, and the risks of increasing the wealth tax.By British Thought Leaders
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Election coverage continues as Innes meets the independent candidate going against Ian Murray for Edinburgh South.
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069 : Jess Sands - Building a Business Around the Juggle of Armed Forces Family Life
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Emma Gray hosts this very special episode blending business and military life, sharing Jess' journey as a business owner, military spouse, and new mum. Jess Sands founded the Milspo Network CIC in 2018 to support military spouses in business, offering networking, training, and community - but, it's been far from a smooth ride. Get to know Jess and …
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Will the UK face a right-wing rebellion in future if Labour win?
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If the polls are to be believed, Sir Keir Starmer could be set to beat Rishi Sunak’s Conservative’s and gain a record majority in Parliament, but perhaps with one of Labour’s lowest shares of the vote. Despite promises on tax, voters believe they will pay more, and are sceptical about things getting better. Turnout is expected to be historically lo…
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Election coverage continues as Untribal meets Anas Sawar and Alex Salmond on the campaign trail.
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Where Policy and Public Opinion Differ on Immigration: Mike Jones
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Mike Jones, director of think tank Migration Watch. Mr. Jones talks about why government policy doesn’t reflect public opinion on immigration, and whether the situation is as out of control as the media often portrays.By British Thought Leaders
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With less than 48 hours until the polls open we focus on Lesley's interviews with Lorna Slater, Alex Salmond and Stephen Flynn. What did we learn about their party policies and strategies? Were there any unexpected revelations? We also reflect on the drubbing Macron's centrist Ensemble party received in the first round of the French elections. Will…
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As we enter the last week of the General election campaign trail, Marlene and Fiona chat to Indy supporters at the Bannockburn rally - and find a mixed set of views! We also consider what the turnout might be and whether people are sufficiently disenchanted with the election campaign that they will abstain, or spoil their ballots and what practical…
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Can Sunak save Tories in dying days of election?
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It’s less than one week until election day, and so far the headlines have been dominated by betting scandals, the rise of Reform, and Rishi Sunak’s D-Day blunder. So can the prime minister do anything now to avoid what many polls suggest could be the worst ever result for the Conservative Party? He desperately wants attention to turn to Keir Starme…
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Desert Island Disc Brakes - Josh Bryceland
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Desert Island Disc Brakes is our interview format for the pro riders we keep bumping into. It is a 'tribute' to other similar formats you may have heard on the radio. This week Hannah talks to pro rider Josh Bryceland about his life as a DH racing pro around the world discussing everything from his mythical house boat to comparisons of life with do…
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As the party manifestos start to appear, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene are joined by guest Marion Robertson to pick out the bits we like from the manifestos on offer. Note that the first half of this episode was recorded before the official launches of the Scottish Greens and Alba manifestos, links to both are below. Main themes are: 00:00:30 IS…
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Betting scandal: can Rishi Sunak’s campaign get any worse?
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Ed Davey has now joined Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak scrambling to check who in their party could get caught up in the betting saga - but is this story on the scale of the expenses scandal or Partygate or is it all just a bit of juvenile stupidity? If it is, why are people at the heart of the UK’s biggest political parties making these kinds of dec…
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The World's Major Problems Due to 'Stakeholder Communism': Richard Jeffs
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with investigative filmmaker Richard Jeffs to talk about his documentary, "Stakeholder Communism." He says we are in a transition to a new political system we didn’t vote for—and that technology is opening the door to new forms of tyranny.By British Thought Leaders
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For Scotland the men's Euros are over. We try and go beyond the football itself and look at the coverage of Scotland's games ,and if this latest set of defeats at a major competition tells us anything about our Scottish psyche. If the team lost the Tartan Army definitely won the hearts of the German people. What is so special about Scottish fans? I…
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Election 2024 coverage ctd with Josh and Innes.
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The Hills of Tuscany: Guided Visualization Meditation for Stress Relief
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Send us a Text Message. Hello Friends, and welcome back. This week, we find ourselves in the hills of Tuscany, where we will immerse ourselves in the beautiful Italian countryside and enjoy some delectable local cuisine. Thank you so much for joining me, I wish you a week filled with peace and I'll see you back here next Monday for a new mediation!…
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