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BeWell Doha

University of Aberdeen

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The BeWell Podcast series discusses a variety of topical wellbeing issues based on identified student pressure points and national health and wellbeing campaigns for our campus in Qatar.
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Autism and Theology Podcast

Centre for Autism and Theology, University of Aberdeen

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The Autism and Theology Podcast is a space where we engage with the latest conversations in the field of autism and theology, share relevant resources, and promote ways in which both faith and non-faith communities can enable autistic people to flourish. Our episodes are released on the first Wednesday of every month. We have a variety of guests who are related in some way to the field of autism and theology. Some are academics, others are people with life stories to share, and some are both ...
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Ask Aberdeen

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Thinking about applying to university? Want to hear from current students at the University of Aberdeen? Join our hosts as they interview students and staff alike, asking the questions you want to hear answers to, and find out more about the University of Aberdeen.
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Rowing Boathouse culture told through three stories and interviews of three different periods of history: 1970's, 1990, 2010's. Who owns the culture? Can it turn around if it goes bad? Keywords: Rowing, University of Aberdeen, University of Washington, Oxford Rowing, team culture, rowing culture, high performance teams, St Andrews, Social Mobility, Class conflict, hazing
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Café Connect

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Café Connect brings you the latest research from the University of Aberdeen. In this podcast series, we meet different researchers who will talk about their work and its relevance to our everyday lives.
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Cafe MED

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The University of Aberdeen Café MED events allow our top researchers and clinicians to discuss how current research is being translated into improved treatments and care in an informal café setting.
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Escaping Lockdown is a podcast series hosted by Professor of Strategic Management at the University of Aberdeen Business School. Join Professor J. Ignacio Canales as he interviews global business leaders and entrepreneurs on how the business community have used lockdown as an opportunity for positive change and innovation during these uncertain times.
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Talking Geosciences

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Welcome to the Talking Geosciences podcast, brought to you by the School of Geosciences at the University of Aberdeen. Over the course of this series, we will hear staff and students discuss how their teaching and research is helping us understand and address contemporary global challenges, including sustainability and climate change.
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2018 Gifford Lectures

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The Gifford Lectures—held regularly at the four ancient Scottish universities of Edinburgh, Glasgow, St. Andrews and Aberdeen—were established under the will of Adam Lord Gifford, a Senator of the College of Justice, who died in 1887. His bequest allows the University to invite notable scholars to deliver a series of public lectures on themes related to ‘natural theology’, broadly construed. The 2018 Lectures held in Aberdeen were delivered by world-renowned biblical scholar Professor NT Wri ...
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Into the Headlines

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Usually topical, frequently fun and almost always thought-provoking, join us as we take a conversational dive into the news stories from the University of Aberdeen and beyond that are making headlines around the world. This podcast reflects the views and opinions of its contributors, not necessarily the institutional position of the University of Aberdeen.
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AMND in Focus

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A podcast series made in collaboration with the University of Aberdeen and the Aberdeen Maternity and Neonatal Databank (or AMND for short) aiming to act as an educational resource to engage the public in understanding what AMND is and why it’s so important to allow your data to be stored in this databank. We ultimately want people to feel proud to be part of such a unique and successful resource that we are so lucky to have in Aberdeen.
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The death of brilliant scientist Dr Brenda Page remained a mystery for more than 40 years - becoming one of Britain's longest-running unsolved murders. The young and talented 32-year-old was bludgeoned to death in her flat in Aberdeen - the Scottish city famous for its granite buildings and oil industry. On July 13, 1978, Brenda - originally from Ipswich, England - left her laboratory at the University of Aberdeen where she headed up the genetics department, and joined two rich businessmen f ...
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For over a century, the Gifford Lectures have enabled international scholars to contribute to the advancement of theological and philosophical thought. The Gifford Lectureships, which are held at the Universities of Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and St. Andrews, were established under the will of Adam Lord Gifford, a Senator of the College of Justice, who died in 1887. The 2012 Edinburgh Gifford lectures is a series of six lectures delivered by Professor Diarmaid MacCulloch, The University of ...
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From its ancient origins in the 1495 founding of King’s College through to thriving global endeavours in 2020, the University of Aberdeen boasts a historic legacy spanning 525 years of leading and engaging with intellectual currents of the wider world. Yet quatercentenary and quincentennial memorial histories of the University of Aberdeen portray the institution from a regional and national perspective. The Aberdeen University librarian between 1894 and 1926, Peter John Anderson (1853-1926), ...
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Welcome to the Wonderer's History Podcast. My name is Vlad Zamfira, history and archaeology graduate (MA) from the University of Aberdeen Scotland with a Certificate of Postgraduate Studies also in Venetian and Mediterranean History in the 16th century. History enthusiast, podcast lover and avid historical culture consumer. Focused on the study of Venetian History with additional interest in overall Italian history, Malta, Cyprus, the Ottoman Empire and Spain during Charles V and Phillip II. ...
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Part 1: The History The Doric tongue so common in the North-East is part of the Scots Language. But where did this language come from, and what makes the Doric special? Our two academics Professors Smith and Millar guide the discussion. Part 2: The Present North East Scots has experienced a tumultuous time of late. Join Sheena Blackhall the famed Doric poet and our two academics Professors Smith and Millar to explore how the Doric came to be the way it is. Part 3: The Future What does the fu ...
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N'Down To The Wire

Prof. James N'Dow

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A new podcast, ‘N’Down to the Wire’, featuring the co-founder of UCAN, which funded the creation of the first Urological Cancer Care Centre in Scotland, and founder of Horizons, a social enterprise helping to transform maternal and infant care in West Africa and beyond, starting in The Gambia, where he is originally from, is being launched at the start of next month.Dr. James N’Dow continues to play a key role in the global advancement and teaching of urological surgery through various roles ...
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Every year, around 5 million individuals die due to various types of injuries like road accidents, burns, falls, or violence. Shockingly, 90% of these deaths occur in low- or middle-income countries (LMICs). Moreover, even for those who survive these injuries, disability rates are quite high, with around 40-50% of people being unable to work or disabled post-injury. To address this issue, the World Health Organization has called for the establishment of strong health systems that provide qua ...
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This podcast series shares insights on participatory water governance, from Bushbuckridge sub-district in rural Mpumalanga, South Africa. This work is part of the wider Verbal Autopsy with Participatory Action Research (VAPAR) embedded within the Agincourt Health Demographic Surveillance Site (HDSS) of the University of Witwatersrand in collaboration with Aberdeen University. The VAPAR programme aims to expand the knowledge base through creation of legitimate learning platforms for action he ...
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A Medic Mentor podcast hosted by medical students Afrida, Mez, Hannah & Krish, all about what to expect in the life of a medical student. We talk about the day to day activities of both medical students and doctors across specialities and levels of training, while offering insight into frequently forgotten aspects of becoming a doctor. Expect to hear discussions of current affairs, personal anecdotes and top tips along the way! Let us know what you think, follow us @howtobecomeadr on Instagr ...
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This podcast series shares community empowerment experiences from peer supporters working with Turning Point Scotland in Aberdeenshire helping communities dealing with alcohol and drug problems. Practitioners and peer support workers share how they have used their personal experiences to help at-risk groups supporting recovery from addiction through processes of connection and compassion. Communities play critical roles in public health. The active participation of communities in health serv ...
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Welcome to the Real World Behavioural Science (RWBS) podcast, where we look at how behavioural and social sciences are being used in the real world to help change the public’s health, for good. The RWBS podcast is created by the Behavioural Science and Public Health Network (www.BSPHN.org.uk) and is aimed at people working in public health, academia and industry, who have an interest in how behavioural science is being used to improve health and wellbeing. Each month, Stu King (BSPHN Committ ...
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In this CATChat episode, Zoe, Krysia, and Ian discuss a listener question about autism and generalisation. The transcript of the episode is available here: share.transistor.fm/s/8bb1ad32/transcript.txt Register for the webinar on the 20th February here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZU…
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Ian and Dr. Prithvi Perepa, (Associate Professor in Autism Studies within the Department of Disability Inclusion and Special Needs at the University of Birmingham and a member of the Autism Center for Education Research [ACER]) talk about autistic inclusion in communities. They discuss inclusion and true belonging in academic and faith settings, as…
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The team returns for a new year to consider what the big stories will be. Budgets take centre stage, including alarm over university finances and the NHS. Money can be found for a broken mountain railway in the Cairngorms, so why not everywhere else? And will our politicians find a way to respond to Donald Trump and social media doomscroller-in-chi…
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When you really think about, 2024 seems more like a fever dream than anything else. Remember Rishi Sunak’s rain-drenched resignation? Ed Davey’s bizarre attention grabbing stunts? Humza Yousaf’s abrupt, self-inflicted implosion? Play along with our team of politics reporters in our end-of-year quiz to see if you’ve been switched on or turned off.…
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In this CATChat episode, Krysia and Zoe talk about the new Wicked film! Please note that this episode may include spoilers but we have tried our best to avoid giving too much away. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2bc2048/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat…
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We discuss the crisis at Dundee University after weeks of difficult headlines over finances and senior leadership. Is there a problem in Scottish higher education? We also have a featured interview with a Stonehaven cancer survivor who spent £30,000 on a private breast reconstruction op to avoid the prospect of years waiting on NHS. Why are so many…
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This week’s Stooshie focuses on the political questions for gun control in the wake of the Skye shooting spree, which ended in court last week. We hear from P&J investigations reporter Dale Haslam for the inside story. We also speak to Labour MP Graeme Downie about his hopes to restart talks to bring back the ferry link between Rosyth and Europe. A…
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Ian is joined by Paula Duncan and Monica Jones to discuss neurodiversity and Christmas! They share about their own experiences of the holiday period and reflect on ways we can all help neurodivergent people find joy this holiday season. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/f10791b7/transcript.txt If you hav…
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In Episode 3 of BeWill Doha, Yana Hadad and her guests explore the complexities of relationships, focusing on maintaining a balance between connection and personal growth. They discuss the importance of vulnerability, staying true to oneself, and navigating breakups. The episode also touches on human nature, trust, and the challenges of adapting to…
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We are joined by The Courier’s Dundee Area Editor Laura Devlin to discuss her exclusive on Dundee and Angus College’s £265 million transformation plans. The college’s ambitious plans involve creating two new campuses, in the City of Discovery and Angus, and expanding its third campus at Gardyne. We also discuss some of our exclusive coverage on the…
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Scotland’s justice secretary, Angela Constance, explains plans to release more prisoners earlier in their sentences. We hear about aims to improve prisons in places such as Inverness, as well as her hopes to focus on community-based justice. The team wraps up a week of SNP intrigue sparked by our exclusive coverage of Stephen Flynn’s ambition to si…
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Krysia, Zoe, and Ian discuss their experiences of being neurodivergent post grad students. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c763a21/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The U…
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We discuss our exclusive on SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn hoping to move to Holyrood. We hear from energy historian Ewan Gibbs on lessons from the past on a “just transition” for oil workers. And we hear climate lawyer Tessa Khan as the Court of Session looks at the future of the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields off the Scottish coast…
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Conservative MP Andrew Bowie joins us to talk about his new role shadowing the Scotland Office, and admits they promised lots but fell short in government. The Aberdeenshire politician is also quizzed on his energy brief as rural pylon plans generate opposition. We look at Donald Trump’s shock return, the Scottish reaction, and the way-off predicti…
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Krysia speaks with Sarah McHaffie about her PhD research on autistic women. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7e95dd9/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Ab…
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This is a public service announcement for the Red Zone, the dangerous time period on University campuses. Because I am a Gen X Seattlite, I include music references: The Gits, the Home Alive movement and Pearl Jam. Note- This was recorded prior to the US Election. - Jen Content Warning: This episode mentions a death by suicide, a death by murder, a…
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In a special episode of The Stooshie, The Press and Journal's Adele Merson and The Courier's Alasdair Clark are joined by Perth MP Pete Wishart and former Scottish political editor Alan Roden to remember former first minister Alex Salmond after his sudden death on Saturday. They discuss Alex Salmond's complex legacy and the difficult set of emotion…
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Krysia, Zoe, and Ian answer listener questions! The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/d088f148/transcript.txt Webinar Registration: Webinar: ‘Autistic Ethics: Moral community, empathy, and virtue’ (office.com) If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter…
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From Scotland to Georgia, this week’s episode covers a lot of ground. We get to grips with Labour’s shaky start, Dundee election setbacks and winter fuel payment woes. We discuss our exclusive reporting on the human cost of long waits for breast cancer surgery and reconstruction in Grampian. And we speak to Arbroath and Broughty Ferry MP Stephen Ge…
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Zoe speaks with Maddy Scholefield about her experience of sharing about autism on social media. They discuss why she started sharing online, some content she has produced, and some of the challenges that come with sharing online. Find Maddy on Instagram @maddygracehope Maddy's blog: maddygracehope.substack.com The transcript of the episode is avail…
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This episode addresses the fear of failure, encouraging a shift in mindset towards viewing failure as an opportunity for growth. Students share experiences from both academic and personal contexts. The discussion highlights the importance of separating self-worth from academic performance and adopting a positive perspective, pointing out that vario…
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The parents of Linda Norgrove, the Scottish aid worker killed in Afghanistan in 2010, speak to the Stooshie about her life and legacy. John and Lorna described their daughter’s determined efforts to help women in the country, one month after 19 students were able to come to Scotland to continue their studies. They talk about Linda’s adventurous spi…
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We look back at the pro-independence campaign in a two-part special featuring the leading figures from both sides. In this interview, we hear from Blair Jenkins, the chief of Yes Scotland. He reflects on the highs and lows, reveals what happened next behind the scenes, and suggests the country would say Yes if asked again. Look out for our second i…
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We look back at the pro-independence campaign in a two-part special featuring the leading figures from both sides. In this interview, we hear from Blair McDougall, the chief strategist of pro-UK group Better Together. He recalls working with the late Alistair Darling, political rivals, and considers if they took the right approach for a more defini…
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Krysia and Ian reflect on the first year of the Autism & Theology podcast. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfd1305d/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Abe…
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New episode alert! Tune in as we sit down with the brilliant Maeve Mulchrone alongside Krish. Maeve shares her insights into completing MSci Public and Global Health Sciences. We delve into her unique experiences navigating medical school, the transition to an intercalation, and tips for medical students thinking about intercalating. Get inspired b…
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Prison overcrowding is back in the headlines as some inmates are released early. But it’s not just prisoners serving their sentences, there are also big problems with the number of people on remand. We speak to Hamish Robertson, from the Wise Group, about a new project to tackle root problems, starting with a mentoring scheme in Perth.…
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This week, Ian speaks with Léon van Ommen about his project on autism and the senses. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ba5a57c/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The Univer…
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This week, Krysia and Zoe discuss navigating change as neurodivergent people and how they've been feeling recently about changes both big and small in their lives. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b2895613/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or fi…
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Zoe and Krysia speak with Church of Scotland minister, Steven Owens, about his vision for St Thorlak's community, an online space for autistic christians to connect and be supported. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/57fa4b80/transcript.txt Contact Steven at st.thorlaks@gmail.com If you have any question…
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This week, Ian and Zoe discuss autistic representation in media and share some of their recomedations for good tv and books with autistic/autistic coded characters. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/617d31ea/transcript.txt Books and TV mentioned: Actually Autistic Extraordinary Attorney Woo Dinosaur The …
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Joel McHale has been poking the bear for years.... If you consider UW Rowing, The Bear. Joel rowed at the University of Washington for three months in the early 90s. I've noticed his little "pokes" in local news articles and guest commentary during football games. My experience was very different from Joels. I loved rowing at the U. But I was curio…
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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 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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This week, Ian is speaking with Henna Cundill about her research on autism, prayer and anxiety. She shares about autistic experiences of anxiety and how churches can be more understanding. She also shares about how she ended up doing her PhD. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e98f7761/transcript.txt Find…
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Send us a text We are really excited to bring you this episode with Dr Kurt Nelson and Tim Houlihan of the Behavioral Grooves podcast fame! Apologies for the lateness of the show, but this one is a great one! Hearing about themany guests that have been interviewed on the Behavioral Grooves podcast, as well as delving into the excellent 'They Though…
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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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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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This week, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe reflect on recording the previous episode on Autism Consecrated. They speak about their experience with reading the script given to them, and communicating someone else's story in a way that does not speak for them. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a1df9a4/transcript.txt…
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