Best Scottish Review Of Books Podcasts (2024)

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Doug Aubrey - Legacy of an Invisible Bullet 40:28

4d ago40:28

40:28

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali was joined by BAFTA-nominated filmmaker Doug Aubrey to talk about 'Legacy of an Invisible Bullet', which is described as "an immersive 10 ½ hour cinematic experience" compiled of 170 short films shot by Doug, which is going to be shown over six days at the Glasgow Film Theatre, culminating in a UK premiere…

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Did We Fall For 'The Fall Guy' (2024)? 58:10

7d ago58:10

58:10

Chris and Iona chat about one of the biggest films of the year - THE FALL GUY starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. They also talk about A24's 'Love Lies Bleeding', Netflix's 'What Jenifer Did', and more! STAY CONNECTED ON THE SOCIALS: Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thegoodbitpod Watch on …

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Douglas Skelton - The Hollow Mountain & A Grave for a Thief 46:30

15d ago46:30

46:30

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! Ali spoke to crime writer, and returning guest, Douglas Skelton to talk about the latest entry in the 'Rebecca Connolly' series of crime thrillers, 'The Hollow Mountain' which is out now, published on the Polygon imprint of Birlinn Ltd. Douglas talks about the origins of Rebecca Connolly and the inspiration behind the…

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Louise Welsh - To The Dogs 46:06

18d ago46:06

46:06

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali caught up with writer, and previous guest, Louise Welsh to talk about her latest novel To The Dogs, which is out now published by Canongate Books. The two talk about the complex issue of class, the hold of the past, the setting of Glasgow, the central character of Jim Brennan, the parallels between ganglan…

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Recently Seen on Screen - 'Civil War' (2024), TV and Streaming Recommendations + more! 1:26:52

26d ago1:26:52

1:26:52

Chris is joined by Greg and Tyler this week to discuss favourite theme park rides, some recently watched TV and streaming series, the differences between a watch-thru and a "dinner series", Alex Garland's new epic 'Civil War' (2024) and so much more! STAY CONNECTED ON THE SOCIALS! Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: htt…

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Podcast Therapy with Nicola Roy, Host of The Cultural Coven 49:47

1M ago49:47

49:47

Actress and The Cultural Coven podcast host Nicola Roy joins Chris to discuss the life of a podcaster! What goes into it? How do you get started? And how did she get Ricky Ross and Nicola Sturgeon on her show?! There's also chat about having dinner with Rod Stewart, getting lost in Bute house, dealing with nerves, and Nicola tells us about her favo…

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Breaking The First Rule of 'Fight Club' (1999) | Cinema Experience! 44:20

2M ago44:20

44:20

Chris and Iona celebrated the 25th Anniversary of David Fincher's FIGHT CLUB by seeing it at the cinema! And it was Iona's first time seeing it. They discuss how well it holds up, if it lives up to the hype, Brad Pitt and his best performances, David Fincher's back catalogue, and much more! There's also chat about Sky's 'Mary & George', and Ethan C…

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Edinburgh Tradfest 2024 - Jane-Ann Purdy and Douglas Robertson 30:55

2M ago30:55

30:55

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to Jane-Ann Purdy & Douglas Robertson to learn all about this year's Edinburgh Tradfest, which is on between the 3rd - 13th May. They take us through the amazing line-up for 2024, with some of the finest bands and musicians around, as well as giving some history to the festival, and a run down of the…

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The Glasgow Review of Books - CD Boyland 38:25

2M ago38:25

38:25

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to CD Boyland to hear all about The Glasgow Review of Books, and particularly the Live Hip-Hop + Poetry night which will be at Stereo in Glasgow on 26th May. CD talks about the line-up, which includes Darren McGarvey, Iona Lee, Billy Letford, Imogen Stirling, Texture, and Johnny Cypher, all hosted by…

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First Time Watching 'Tar' (2022): a brief movie discussion 12:57

2M ago12:57

12:57

This week we have a special BONUS edition of The Good Bit! Aron Dochard joins Chris to discuss one of his favourite recently watched movies - Todd Field's TAR (2022), starring Cate Blanchett. STAY CONNECTED ON THE SOCIALS: Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on TikTok: http:…

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Futuristic Folktales - Charlotte Mclean, Nelly Kelly & Malin Lewis 41:46

2M ago41:46

41:46

The latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast is all about the new experimental work 'Futuristic Folktales', and Ali caught up with Dance-theatre artist and director Charlotte Mclean, writer Nelly Kelly and composer Malin Lewis to learn all about it. They each break down their individual roles before talking about the collaborative process involved, and how w…

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Paisley Book Festival 2024 - Alan Bissett & Brian Conaghan 51:16

2M ago51:16

51:16

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast - the second relating to this year's Paisley Book Festival - Ali spoke to writers Alan Bissett and Brian Conaghan, who will be at the festival alongside Graeme Armstrong as part of the Scottish Masculinities event - Sunday 28th April, 5-6pm. Alan and Brian talk in detail about their latest books; 'Lads' and 'T…

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Latest Cinema Visits! 'The Book of Clarence' (2024) & 'Mothers' Instinct' (2024) + more 57:45

2M ago57:45

57:45

Chris and Iona discuss their recent cinema trips. They also talk about different tastes in cinema, the possibilities of comedy films, 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' (2024), the skills required when making a film about sensitive topics, and loads more. NOTE: this is a spoiler free episode. STAY CONNECTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Follow on X: http://www.x.com…

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Returning to Cineworld Unlimited & a Beatles/Bond Book Review! 20:36

2M ago20:36

20:36

A special BONUS edition of The Good Bit Podcast! Chris, Ian, Amanda and Euan talk about reactivating their unlimited accounts at the cinema! Ian also reviews a book that links James Bond with The Beatles!

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Paisley Book Festival 2024 - Jess Orr 28:00

3M ago28:00

28:00

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to Jess Orr, the Associate Programmer for the Paisley Book Festival, to learn all about this year's programme - and what a programme it is. Jess explains this year's theme 'Imagine Something Different' as well as breaking down the various strands of the festival which include 'The Beautiful Game', 'O…

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Outlander Cast: Outlander 7B "Release Window" -- LISTENER REACTIONS 1:02:50

2M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

ary & Blake discuss everything YOU had to say about the Outlander season 7B "release window". In this episode, we chat the WIDE range of responses which go from "I'm just happy to get anything" to "cancel season 8". We also chat about the WGA strikes, the possibility of an Outlander movie and what that could look like, and why "Jeff Hirsch" is now …

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The Greatest Movie Theme Songs Of All Time! 1:12:41

3M ago1:12:41

1:12:41

What happened to the movie theme song? Chris and Ian count down their Top 5 Favourite Film Theme Songs ever, and read listener suggestions from YOU on the socials! STAY CONNECTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/TheGoodBitPod Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?lis…

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Outlander Cast: Discussing STARZ's Hackjob Announcement For Outlander 7B "Release Window" 1:02:31

3M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to STARZ's announcement of Outlander Season 7B release window. We discuss the recent news that Outlander has a release window of November '24, the different versions for the delay --and the difference between the cynical version, the creative/hopeful version, and the more sinister business version, and why the s…

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The Bonnie Boys Bring The Chat, The Laughs & Their Scottish Cabaret Show! 1:11:00

3M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Cole and Lee of Scotland's new hot double-act The Bonnie Boys join The Good Bit this week, after their debut show at the Oran Mor in Glasgow. Tune in and... SING! with us. STAY CONNECTED ON THE SOCIALS! Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thegoodbitpod Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playl…

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Martin Stewart - Double Proof 1:09:12

3M ago1:09:12

1:09:12

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to writer Martin Stewart about his new novel 'Double Proof', a Glasgow-set crime thriller that both embraces and subverts genre stereotypes and expectations. Martin talks about how he views the novel, the pressures he initially felt in setting it in Glasgow, and the joy of overcoming those, the impor…

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Non-Wrestling People React to 'The Iron Claw' (2023)! 46:29

3M ago46:29

46:29

Chris managed to talk Iona into seeing 'The Iron Claw' - a Wrestling biopic starring Zac Efron. Ian and Amanda also saw it and are here to tell us what they thought. Pray for Chris that they liked it. STAY CONNECTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thegoodbitpod Watch the vid…

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Oscars 2024 Preview & Predictions! 1:21:47

3M ago1:21:47

1:21:47

Chris, Iona and Ian discuss this year's Academy Awards, predicting who WILL win vs. who they WANT to win. Ian also hadn't heard about the Glasgow Willy Wonka Experience yet...

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Best Picture Nominees 'The Holdovers' (2023) & 'The Zone of Interest' (2023) 1:01:45

3M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Chris and Iona discuss two films nominated for "Best Picture" at the 2024 Oscars.... THE HOLDOVERS (2023) and THE ZONE OF INTEREST (2023)

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First Time Watching... The King of Comedy (1982) & John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness (1987)! 10:51

4M ago10:51

10:51

A special bonus edition of The Good Bit! Actor/Voice Over Artist Greg Jones and host Chris Moffat talk about a couple of classic films that they watched for the first time recently... STAY CONNECTED: X - @TheGoodBitPod Instagram - @thegoodbitpod YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYeiVN5ElLu18sJ1RjINa0-SvYVboilp4…

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Hue And Cry - 40th Anniversary 50:28

4M ago50:28

50:28

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to Greg and Pat Kane, better known as Scottish musical legends Hue And Cry, to hear all about their 40th anniversary celebrations which will be happening throughout 2024. As part of those celebrations they are releasing demos and rarities every month, as well as producing a documentary and other arch…

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Poor Things (2023) & Saltburn (2023)... NOTHING WEIRD HAPPENS IN THESE FILMS WHATSOEVER 48:12

4M ago48:12

48:12

Ian Grieve and Amanda "The Diva" Beveridge are back to chat with Chris and the returning Euan Ferguson about two very polarizing films. Were they worth the hype? A cosy episode. Follow on the socials! http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod

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Maud Woolf - Thirteen Ways to Kill Lulabelle Rock 47:28

4M ago47:28

47:28

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcat Ali spoke to writer Maud Wolf about her debut novel 'Thirteen Ways To Kill Lulabelle Rock', out now with Angry Robot Books. Maud gives a beautifully concise synopsis, before talking about that arresting title, why she wanted to write this story, the road to being published and her experiences along the way, how…

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Philip Miller - The Hollow Tree 42:08

4M ago42:08

42:08

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to writer Philip Miller to discuss his new novel 'The Hollow Tree', which will be published by Polygon Books on the 4th April. It's the second in the Shona Sandison series of novels, following on from the critically acclaimed 'The Goldenacre', and Phil talks about the challenges of writing a sequel, …

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A Netflix Double: Leave The World Behind (2023) & The Killer (2023) Movie Discussions! 1:07:39

4M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

It's a double-bill double-date as Chris and Iona join Ian Grieve and Amanda Beveridge to discuss some recent Netflix flicks - Leave The World Behind (2023), and the new David Fincher film "The Killer" (2023) Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod

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Ajay Close - What Doesn't Kill Us 48:06

4M ago48:06

48:06

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to writer Ajay Close to talk about her latest novel 'What Doesn't Kill Us' (published with Saraband Books). Set in Yorkshire as the 1970s became the 80s, and greatly influenced by the real-life Yorkshire Ripper investigations, Close evokes the sights, sounds, smells, and attitudes of Britain – and th…

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Tennessee Williams At The Fringe, Being Cast in BODIES (2023) on Netflix + more! 54:42

4M ago54:42

54:42

Chris Moffat and Aron Dochard host The Good Bit Podcast together again, with shades on indoors. http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod

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Mull Historical Society - In My Mind There's A Room 55:19

4M ago55:19

55:19

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to writer and musician Colin MacIntyre, better known to most as Mull Historical Society, to talk about his amazing album 'In My Mind There's A Room', which brings together his twin loves of music and literature. Colin describes how this album came together and the processes involved in marrying his m…

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Manipulate Festival 2024 - Dawn Taylor 25:40

5M ago25:40

25:40

For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to Dawn Taylor, the Artistic Director & CEO at MANIPULATE Arts, to learn all about this year's MANIPULATE International Festival of Visual Theatre which runs from 1st - 11th February. Now in its 17th year the festival promises something for everyone, and Dawn gives us an overview of the festival, a b…

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Wonka (2023), Favourite Chocolate Bars, Star Wars Sequels + more! - with Greg Jones 51:12

5M ago51:12

51:12

This week's film discussion is Paul King's WONKA (2023) starring Timothee Chalamet and Olivia Coleman. Actor and Voice Over Artist Greg Jones returns to The Good Bit and is chatting with Chris about some classic Simpsons, the Star Wars sequels, Rowan Atkinson's live show and so much more. WARNING: lots of laughs.…

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Maestro (2023) Movie Discussion! New Year Resolutions, & Being "Introverted Extroverts" 48:24

5M ago48:24

48:24

Chris Moffat and Ian Grieve discuss how to be an unsociable social person, and Ian's recent portrayal of Santa Clause. This week's film discussion is about the incredible MAESTRO (2023) starring Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan - which is available to watch on Netflix.

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