Glasgow & Barcelona based podcast, hosted by Sean McDonald. Sean interviews people from various segments of society, discussing serious topics with Scottish humour. From life stories, to social commentary and discussion on current topics, modern culture and more. Contact at seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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TCC is THE podcast for conservative educators, parents, and patriots who believe in free speech, traditional values, and education without indoctrination. Each week, we dive into the issues that are plaguing our education system and keeping you up at night. Each episode offers common sense ideas to improve education in our classrooms and communities. You may feel like you’re the last conservative educator, but you are not alone. Tune in to hear insightful, thought-provoking, common-sense ide ...
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E56: Educator Roundtable: Testing, Tenure, and Tradition w/ Teachers Josh Bender and Courtney McHughes
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As the school year reaches its crescendo, the quiet rumblings of discontent among conservative educators find a voice on our latest episode. Joined by passionate teachers Josh Bender and Courtney McHughes, we peel back the curtain on the trials and triumphs of instilling conservative values amidst the modern educational landscape. Their stories, ma…
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E55: Teacher Freedom Summit 2024 Sneak Peek w/ Eloise Smith of Freedom Foundation
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Unlock the potential to transform education from within as Eloise Smith from the Freedom Foundation joins us for a pivotal discussion on the Teacher Freedom Summit 2024. This episode isn't just another conversation; it's a rallying cry for educators with conservative values looking for union alternatives and a sense of community. We dissect the sum…
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The Story of Hayley McKay - The Original Catfish
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Here’s an introduction to Hayley, if you’re not familiar with her, as she has quite the profile. • Model • Miss Scotland Finalist • Niece of Rangers legend Ally McCoist • Love interest of various Scottish Premier League Footballers • One time Girlfriend of Leicester City and England footballer Jamie Vardy • Friend of the rich and famous Oh, and one…
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Labour Councillor Audrey Dempsey Resigns Amidst Racism Row
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Labour Councillor Audrey Dempsey has been accused of racism and suspended this week, after she proposed to ask a question at the council about 'racist attacks on white children in schools'. In this exclusive interview, Audrey announces her resignation from the Labour Party. And: Her explanation of why she was asking the question 'Liking' tweets fro…
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E54: Revitalizing Hope and Preserving American Values w/ Bonnie Snyder, Author of Undoctrinate
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Unlock the secrets to fostering a new generation of hopeful Americans as we sit down with Bonnie Snyder of Terra Firma Teaching Alliance. Experience a stimulating exchange on the role of education in preserving traditional values and igniting optimism in the heart of every student. Journey through the fabric of America's eight foundational systems …
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E53: The School Board Summit and the Quest for Non-Partisan Governance w/ Cory Brewer, Education Counsel for Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
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In this enlightening episode, guest Cory Brewer, Education Counsel with Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), delves into the upcoming School Board Summit. Designed to equip Wisconsin school board members and candidates with the legal and policy knowledge necessary to promote common-sense education, prioritize student achievement, and safeg…
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Conservative MSP Dr Sandesh Gulhane // Blethered at the Ballot
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Blethered at the Ballot is a political podcast that pulls no punches, brings a laugh or two, and cuts straight through to the important matters without getting caught up in political jargon and meaningless soundbites. The General Election is fast approaching and before we collectively decide who to put in power, we deserve to know the thoughts of t…
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E52: Challenging the 1619 Project: A Conversation About True History w/ Ted Lamb and Patrick Garrison
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Uncover the truth behind America's founding as we join expert history teachers Ted Lamb and Patrick Garrison. We scrutinize the provocative assertions of the 1619 Project. Together, we challenge the reimagined narrative that positions the arrival of the first slaves as our nation's origin and the suggestion that systemic racism was the cornerstone …
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TICKETS: https://www.seetickets.com/event/blethered-with-sean-mcdonald/august-house/2926744 Blethered will be LIVE at August House in Glasgow city centre on Thursday 18th April with legendary broadcaster, journalist and entertainer Tam Cowan for a night of conversation, previously unheard stories from a long career in media, and basically just a ri…
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E51: Building Future Leaders Through the Art of Argument w/ James Fishback, Founder of Incubate Debate
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Embark on a journey into the heart of critical thinking with James Fishback, the passionate founder of Incubate Debate, as he joins us to illuminate the transformative power of robust debate in education. We're not just talking about any debate; we're talking about the kind that shapes future leaders, fosters American pride, and breaks the chains o…
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E50: Big Tech's Grip on Privacy, Threat to Family Values, and the Ghost Phone Solution w/ Sean Patrick Tario
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Prepare to have your eyes opened wider than ever before as Sean Patrick Terrio, co-founder of Mark37.com, joins us in a riveting discussion on the often unseen influence of big tech on our privacy and fundamental conservative values. With Sean's deep tech industry insights, we dissect the uneasy notion that our beloved devices could be listening in…
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Sturgeon, Salmond & Vladimir Romanov // with Phil MacHugh
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Phil and Martin Compston are back on the BBC with Martin Compston’s Norwegian Fling, their second series together, where they travel across Norway and experience some of what the country has to offer. In this episode, you’ll hear Phil talk to me about how going to Gaelic school set him on an interesting and unique career path... I find out how an i…
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E49: Hidden Educational Agendas w/ Alex Newman, Author of "Indoctrinating Our Children to Death"
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Alex Newman, CEO of Liberty Sentinel Media, armed with insights from his book "Indoctrinating Our Children to Death," joins me to discuss the critical state of our schools and the impact on our core values of faith, family, and freedom. Our conversation is a deep dive into the systematic challenges undermining the foundation of educational integrit…
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Dundee FC General Manager Greg Fenton
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Greg is the General Manager of Dundee Football Club and CEO of the Dundee FC Community Trust, and has played his own key role in the resurgence of Dundee Football Club. That resurgence has manifested itself in both sporting progression, with the side producing a very impressive and - not to be disrespectful - but generally unexpected showing in thi…
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E48: Breaking Free: Customized Education and Homeschooling w/ Deb Fillman
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Have you ever felt trapped by the rigid structure of the traditional classroom? Deb Fillman certainly did, and she's here to share her transformative journey from classroom educator to homeschooling and private tutoring champion. Her personal story is one of liberation—from the one-size-fits-all approach to education—to a world where the unique nee…
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Back in 2021, I put together three separate interviews, where I aimed to find out more about what it’s really like to live with HIV, and about the groundbreaking new treatment that Scotland is the first country in the world to offer. Those guests are two men, Brian and David, who have been living with the virus for quite some time, and from Dr Nnek…
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E47: Issues in Education: A Conversation with Kentucky Educators Beanie Geoghegan and Delvin Azofeifa
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Why are high school graduates struggling with basic reading skills, and is the issue solely due to underfunding, or is there a deeper complexity at play? Join me for an enlightening conversation with fellow Kentucky educators Beanie Geogheaen and Delvin Azofeifa as we dissect the intricacies of our education system. From the influence of private en…
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‘I Couldn’t Afford My Kids’ School Uniforms’ // with Rhianna Bell
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Rhianna is a successful business owner with all the outward signs of success, but her journey there wasn’t a simple one. We talk about her upbringing in the town of Kilmarnock, and the issues of deprivation, addiction and community that exist in the area she comes from… Rhianna opens up in great detail about how she found herself homeless with two …
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E46: The Transformative Power of Love in Education with Dr. Timothy Cordes
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As Mr. Webb and the esteemed Dr. Timothy Cordes unravel the threads of love's impact on education, we journey through an exploration of its transformative power on young minds. Unlock the wisdom of the ancient Greeks and biblical teachings to understand love's role in molding our students' futures. Dr. Cordes lends his psychiatric insights, enrichi…
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Life, Death And What's Left Unsaid // with Ardgowan Hospice CEO Graham Gardiner
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Ardgowan Hospice is a place of care for people living in Inverclyde who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness, such as cancer, heart failure, lung disease, kidney failure or neurological conditions. They provide not only physical and medical support, but also important practical, emotional and social support to patients, and their famili…
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E45: Amused to Death: Dangerous Social Media Challenges and Online Dares
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Could your child's next online dare be deadly? We're peeling back the curtain on the harrowing social media challenges sweeping across the internet, ensnaring our youth in potentially fatal fads. As we scrutinize the deceptive allure of challenges like the ice and salt burn challenge and the swatting prank that could end in tragedy, it's clear the …
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Capital FM DJ Meg recently moved from Glasgow to London, and we speak about the step up in her career and how she’s adjusted to being part of one of the biggest networks in UK radio… Meg talks about the loss of her beloved dad, Michael, and how she channelled that emotion and energy into her podcast, McHugh Corner, which tackles hard-hitting subjec…
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Black & Scottish // with Filmmaker Stewart Kyasimire
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Back in December 2021, I sat down with Filmmaker and Director Stewart Kyasimire who talked to me about moving to Glasgow from Kenya at a young age... We discuss his BAFTA nominated documentary 'Black & Scottish', encountering racism, and the steely guidance of his Mum... And as, always, loads more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…
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E44: Family Values in Decline and Their Impact in the Classroom
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Has the fabric of our educational ethos been torn apart by the hands of permissive parenting and the unraveling of the traditional family unit? Join me as I tackle these pressing concerns, dissecting the behavioral and value shifts in the current generation of students. With a scrutinizing eye, we'll examine the upsurge in classroom disrespect and …
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From Kitchen Table To Cristiano Ronaldo // with Marie Owen
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Marie is the Founder and CEO of LS Productions, a company that was born around a kitchen table in 2006, and has now been featured in the Sunday Times 100 Fastest Growing Companies. You’ll hear Marie talk about how a chance meeting with her now-husband John planted the seed for what would go on to become LS Productions… She lays out the progression …
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E43: Educational Freedom, School Choice, and Educational Savings Accounts w/ Thomas Bingham from Grassroots Leadership Academy
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Unlock the potential of educational freedom as Thomas Bingham from the Grassroots Leadership Academy joins us to discuss how a personalized approach to learning can revolutionize our education system. You're in for an insightful conversation that promises to illuminate the benefits of school choice for students, teachers, and communities alike. We …
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Love Made Me Silent // with Kirsty Stenhouse
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Kirsty is a young mother of one who has recently written, and is about to publish, ‘Love Made Me Silent,’ a book that details her experience of domestic abuse and coercive control. With a desire to put herself forward as both a cautionary tale AND an example of how things can absolutely change for the better, Kirsty’s recollections will help her ac…
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E42: From MLK's Vision to Critical Race Theory w/ Dr. Andre Archie, Author of The Virtue of Color-Blindness
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Join us as Dr. Archie, an expert in Greek philosophy, joins the podcast to dissect systemic racism through the lens of classical thought, revealing insights from his thought-provoking book "The Virtue of Color-Blindness." We discuss the implications of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and critical race theory (CRT) in our current educational…
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Originally from Leicester in England, fully adopted Scot Jess quickly became well known as a result her very popular Instagram account ‘Just Jess Food’ . What started as an enjoyable wee side-hustle sharing food recipes, rapidly culminated in her leaving a full-time job in fashion to become a content creator, podcaster, traveller and - in her own w…
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Harsh Reality: Let's Talk About Alcohol // with Liam Conlan
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I speak to men's sobriety coach Liam about the relationship that society - especially in Scotland - has with drinking… We reflect on our own personal dynamic with booze and the heavy effects of drinking too much, too frequently... And we get into some uncomfortable territory about the darker overhang and aftermath of binge drinking. What you’re abo…
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E41: Challenging Divisive Ideologies w/ Paul Rossi from Terra Firma Teaching Alliance
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When Paul Rossi, a math teacher with a backbone of steel, stood up to critical race theory in his school, little did he know the storm that would follow. Our latest podcast episode brings this intrepid educator front and center as he recounts the personal cost of challenging an educational system steeped in ideology. Hear the raw truth of what it's…
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The 1930’s, Razor Gangs & World War 2 // with 95-year-old Tom McGoran
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Last year, I had the privilege of a long conversation with 95-year-old Tom McGoran, and hearing his crystal clear memories of life from the 1930's onwards. You’ll hear Tom telling me about growing up in Glasgow in the 1930’s, the notorious Razor Gangs of the city, and what he and his pals got up to... We talk about the realities of World War Two an…
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E40: Standing Firm: Jessica Tapia's Struggle for Faith and Free Speech in Education
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When Jessica Tapia found her career as a California teacher on the line for maintaining her Christian beliefs, she chose to stand firm, sparking a crucial dialogue about education, faith, and free speech that we unpack in this compelling episode. Joined by her attorney, Bethany Onishenko, we traverse the tangled path of educational policies versus …
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E39: Candid Conversation with Colleagues David Carmichael and Josh Watkins: From Classroom Teaching to Administrating
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Gather 'round for a holiday treat as I have a sometimes serious, sometimes lighthearted conversation with my colleagues and friends, educators Josh Watkins & David Carmichael. They unwrap the tales of their educational journey from the frontlines of the classroom to the helm of school administration. Reminiscing on our shared past, this episode sti…
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