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Scot Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 178 - The Brexit Shambles and BeyondThe 178th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is a long in-depth look at the Scottish economy and what may happen after Brexit. It features friend of the show and someone who has been a guest several times, MSP Ivan McKee.
Before that however, we've someone getting Farage telt, and after that we've got, just for the change of it, someone saying Scotland won't have any problems getting into the EU at all.
He spoke about what I outlined above, and also responded to some criticisms of the growth commission and gave an idea of the thinking behind it. You...2019-11-161h 29The Scottish Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 178 - The Brexit Shambles and BeyondThe 178th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is a long in-depth look at the Scottish economy and what may happen after Brexit. It features friend of the show and someone who has been a guest several times, MSP Ivan McKee.Before that however, we've someone getting Farage telt, and after that we've got, just for the change of it, someone saying Scotland won't have any problems getting into the EU at all.He spoke about what I outlined above, and also responded to some criticisms of the growth commission and gave an idea of the...2019-11-161h 29Scot Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 177 - Everything In The BalanceThe 177th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast has quite a varied menu. What is the UK govt spending millions on telling citizens living abroad? Do (Labour) MPs bother to read things before voting for them? There's also a No to Yes convert, some speeches from the recent march in Edinburgh, a confused person and more.
And is one of the most famous Scots changing his mind?
Hope you enjoy.
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Iquote-because-things-are-the-way-they-are-things-will-not-stay-the-way-they-are-bertolt-brecht-23275.jpgn this one we’ve got something on the new cretin/b*stard (delete according to your mood) that has taken over as Prime Minister, there’s a little blast from the past, a live reaction to that thing on Channel 5 and finally the headline guest.
Hope you enjoy.2019-07-2915 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 174 -Chuck D & MoreThe 174th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is just a little teaser and a way of saying the podcast will be back for a little summer season and hopefully beyond.Iquote-because-things-are-the-way-they-are-things-will-not-stay-the-way-they-are-bertolt-brecht-23275.jpgn this one we’ve got something on the new cretin/b*stard (delete according to your mood) that has taken over as Prime Minister, there’s a little blast from the past, a live reaction to that thing on Channel 5 and finally the headline guest.Hope you enjoy.2019-07-2915 min
BibleProjectThe Jesus Creed - Feat. Dr. Scot McKnightIn part one (0:00-12:00), the guys discuss Scot’s academic background and writing habits.
In part two (12:00-27:10), Tim shares how important Scot’s book, Interpreting The Synoptic Gospels, has been to him.
In part three (27:10-39:30), the guys talk about Scot's most well-known book, Jesus Creed.
In part four (39:30-54:10), Tim shares his thoughts on Scot’s book, A Community Called Atonement.
In part five (54:10-end), Tim shares how impactful Scott's book, A Fellowship of Differents, has been to him
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Scot's Wikipedia page with links...2019-06-201h 08The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 173 - Poverty and Human Rights in the UK"I think if you had got a group of mysogynists in a room and said 'guys, how can we make this system work for men and not for women?', they wouldn't have come up with too many other ideas than what is already in place".The 173rd episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is the much talked about report by the UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights, talking about the UK.It's so important I was going to just read the whole thing out and put that out as a podcast but...2018-11-2058 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 173 - Poverty and Human Rights in the UK"I think if you had got a group of mysogynists in a room and said 'guys, how can we make this system work for men and not for women?', they wouldn't have come up with too many other ideas than what is already in place".
The 173rd episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is the much talked about report by the UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights, talking about the UK.
It's so important I was going to just read the whole thing out and put that out as a podcast but fortunately for me there...2018-11-2058 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 171 - Dr Philippa WhitfordThe 171st episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is mostly a speech by Dr Philippa Whitford (a previous guest on the show). I'm sure you do, but just in case you didn't know, Dr Whitford MP is an SNP MP but before her time in politics she was a consultant breast surgeon, one who also worked as part of UN mission in Gaza and even a couple of years ago went to the West Bank to operare on four women suffering from Breast Cancer.The speech, principally about the Scottish Health service, was at Clermiston and is reproduced...2018-10-091h 41Scot Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 171 - Dr Philippa WhitfordThe 171st episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is mostly a speech by Dr Philippa Whitford (a previous guest on the show). I'm sure you do, but just in case you didn't know, Dr Whitford MP is an SNP MP but before her time in politics she was a consultant breast surgeon, one who also worked as part of UN mission in Gaza and even a couple of years ago went to the West Bank to operare on four women suffering from Breast Cancer.
The speech, principally about the Scottish Health service, was at Clermiston and is reproduced here courtesy...2018-10-091h 41The Scottish Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 170 - Mike Russell On Brexit & MoreThe 170th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is mostly a speech by Mike Russell regarding the (bleak) situation with Brexit and people really should hear it. I am reproducing the talk here and thanks to Newsnet for allowing me to do so.There are also a couple of cameos, Martin Compston gets it right and Ruth Davidson gets it wrong, American Embassy staff paint a frightening picture and John Swinney loses his sh*t.Hope you enjoy.LINKShttps://twitter.com/Feorleanhttps://newsnet.scot/http://michaelgreenwell.wordpress.com/2018-10-011h 25Scot Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 170 - Mike Russell On Brexit & MoreThe 170th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast is mostly a speech by Mike Russell regarding the (bleak) situation with Brexit and people really should hear it. I am reproducing the talk here and thanks to Newsnet for allowing me to do so.
There are also a couple of cameos, Martin Compston gets it right and Ruth Davidson gets it wrong, American Embassy staff paint a frightening picture and John Swinney loses his sh*t.
Hope you enjoy.
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Courtesy of Phantom Power, the 169th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast features the Thomas Muir lecture for 2018, which was given by Gerda Stevenson with
As well as being an actress and a musician, Gerda Stevenson is the author of Quines: Poems in tribute to women of Scotland and in the lecture you can find out which Scottish woman was an inspiration to Walt Whitman and Mary Shelley, and...2018-09-2254 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 169 - Thomas Muir Lecture 2018 by Gerda Stevenson"I have devoted myself to the cause of the people. It is a good cause. It shall ultimately prevail. It shall finally triumph." – Thomas Muir’s speech from the dock, Edinburgh, August 1793.Courtesy of Phantom Power, the 169th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast features the Thomas Muir lecture for 2018, which was given by Gerda Stevenson withAs well as being an actress and a musician, Gerda Stevenson is the author of Quines: Poems in tribute to women of Scotland and in the lecture you can find out which Scottish woman was an inspiration to Walt Whit...2018-09-2254 minScot Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 166 - Pensioners for Indy and moreThe 166th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast features, amongst other things, an interview with Peter Swain of Pensioners for Independence (courtesy of Independence Live).
You'll also find out why I was very tempted to call the episode "Archie, Archie, What's the Score?", even if part of that joke will only make sense if you were born before 1985.
I also had to include Boris Johnson, or as he is known in Scotland, Bawjawz, trying to justify some of the worst Tory behaviour. As he does so, he is kind enough to show just how far removed from you and the...2018-06-0340 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScottish Independence Podcast 166 - Pensioners for Indy and moreThe 166th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast features, amongst other things, an interview with Peter Swain of Pensioners for Independence (courtesy of Independence Live).You'll also find out why I was very tempted to call the episode "Archie, Archie, What's the Score?", even if part of that joke will only make sense if you were born before 1985.I also had to include Boris Johnson, or as he is known in Scotland, Bawjawz, trying to justify some of the worst Tory behaviour. As he does so, he is kind enough to show just how far removed...2018-06-0340 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 150 - Pat KaneIt's the 150th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast and the 250th podcast I have put together that is about Scottish Independence in some way, so it's a double sort of anniversary. I hope you've been enjoying them.
This time we are back to the interviews and in this universal moment of "what the hell is going on?" I spoke to Pat Kane, who I'm sure doesn't need any introduction other than to say he isn't the ice-hockey player that comes up if you search Pat Kane on google.
We spoke about the the events of this week regarding the...2017-03-1946 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 150 - Pat KaneIt's the 150th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast and the 250th podcast I have put together that is about Scottish Independence in some way, so it's a double sort of anniversary. I hope you've been enjoying them.This time we are back to the interviews and in this universal moment of "what the hell is going on?" I spoke to Pat Kane, who I'm sure doesn't need any introduction other than to say he isn't the ice-hockey player that comes up if you search Pat Kane on google.We spoke about the the events of...2017-03-1946 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 149 - Something FishyA recent episode of the Lesley Riddoch podcast mentioned a couple of things regarding what's going to happen to fishing and agriculture in Scotland post-brexit. I felt what they were talking about was so important that we should go straight to the horse's mouth, and then to the horses a***s (Mundell & Farage).
So for the 149th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I've pulled together the relevant comments and something fishy does indeed seem to be going on.
Hope you enjoy.
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https://twitter.com/mgreenwell2017-03-1511 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 149 - Something FishyA recent episode of the Lesley Riddoch podcast mentioned a couple of things regarding what's going to happen to fishing and agriculture in Scotland post-brexit. I felt what they were talking about was so important that we should go straight to the horse's mouth, and then to the horses a***s (Mundell & Farage).So for the 149th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I've pulled together the relevant comments and something fishy does indeed seem to be going on.Hope you enjoy.LINKShttps://www.facebook.com/TheScottishIndependencePodcasthttp://michaelgreenwell.wordpress.com/2017-03-1511 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 146 - Murray, Orr & HarvieFirst of all, a huge thank you to all of you who donated in our little fundraiser. You've secured the podcast for another year and we're very grateful.
Episode 146 of the Scottish Independence Podcast continues the series of talks given at the recent Scottish Independence Convention and has a couple of little bonuses thrown in too.
There are another two talks featured. The first was given by Lesley Orr of Women For Indy, and the second by Patrick Harvie, and this was his speech to round off the conference.
Before we get to those however, there is a little excerpt...2017-02-1635 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 146 - Murray, Orr & HarvieFirst of all, a huge thank you to all of you who donated in our little fundraiser. You've secured the podcast for another year and we're very grateful.Episode 146 of the Scottish Independence Podcast continues the series of talks given at the recent Scottish Independence Convention and has a couple of little bonuses thrown in too.There are another two talks featured. The first was given by Lesley Orr of Women For Indy, and the second by Patrick Harvie, and this was his speech to round off the conference.Before we get to those...2017-02-1635 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 135 - Richard Walker of The NationalFor the 135th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Richard Walker.
Richard is now the consulting editor of The National, but was also involved in the formation of that paper and the decision made at the Sunday Herald to begin openly supporting Scottish independence.
We talked about those decisions and why they were made,and how The National has been getting on.
As well as that, we tried to get our heads around some of the unusual media appointments that have been made recently, and what could or should be done about the media in Scotland more...2016-09-1344 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 135 - Richard Walker of The NationalFor the 135th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Richard Walker.Richard is now the consulting editor of The National, but was also involved in the formation of that paper and the decision made at the Sunday Herald to begin openly supporting Scottish independence.We talked about those decisions and why they were made,and how The National has been getting on.As well as that, we tried to get our heads around some of the unusual media appointments that have been made recently, and what could or should be done...2016-09-1344 min
Scot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 134 - Dr Craig Dalzell on Scotland's Currency OptionsFor the 134th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Dr Craig Calzell.
Craig recently wrote a paper outlining the possible currency options for an independent Scotland. This is important work because an aspect of the Yes side that was much criticised during and after the 2014 referendum was the perceived lack of a strategy on what to do about currency. I say "perceived" because much of it came down to perception, not fact.
We talked about why the 2014 plan may or may not have been right at the time, but wouldn't be the correct strategy for indyref 2.
Would...2016-09-0631 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 134 - Dr Craig Dalzell on Scotland's Currency OptionsFor the 134th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Dr Craig Calzell.Craig recently wrote a paper outlining the possible currency options for an independent Scotland. This is important work because an aspect of the Yes side that was much criticised during and after the 2014 referendum was the perceived lack of a strategy on what to do about currency. I say "perceived" because much of it came down to perception, not fact.We talked about why the 2014 plan may or may not have been right at the time, but wouldn't be the correct...2016-09-0631 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 133 - Tommy Sheppard MP"The next referendum will be won in the years from now forward, rather than the months running up to it." - Tommy SheppardFor the 133rd episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Tommy Sheppard, MP for Edinburgh East.Tommy has been involved in politics in Scotland and the UK for a number of years in a number of different ways and as I'm sure you all know, is now standing to become the Deputy Leader of the SNP.We talked about Tommy's earlier political activities and how he arrived at where...2016-09-0134 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 133 - Tommy Sheppard MP"The next referendum will be won in the years from now forward, rather than the months running up to it." - Tommy Sheppard
For the 133rd episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Tommy Sheppard, MP for Edinburgh East.
Tommy has been involved in politics in Scotland and the UK for a number of years in a number of different ways and as I'm sure you all know, is now standing to become the Deputy Leader of the SNP.
We talked about Tommy's earlier political activities and how he arrived at where he is now. We also got...2016-09-0134 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 131 - Sharon Dolan-PowersFor the 131st episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Sharon Dolan-Powers, who I suspect most of you will know by another, or indeed by one of her projects.Sharon is not a native Scot, but came to the country and got involved in politics on the Yes side of the Indy debate.We talked about those decisions and her reasons for them. We also discussed disability issues in the UK and Scotland as, due to family circumstances and her work, she has a good knowledge of the subject. Furthermore, as someone not from...2016-08-1929 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 131 - Sharon Dolan-PowersFor the 131st episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Sharon Dolan-Powers, who I suspect most of you will know by another, or indeed by one of her projects.
Sharon is not a native Scot, but came to the country and got involved in politics on the Yes side of the Indy debate.
We talked about those decisions and her reasons for them. We also discussed disability issues in the UK and Scotland as, due to family circumstances and her work, she has a good knowledge of the subject. Furthermore, as someone not from Scotland originally, she provides...2016-08-1929 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 129 - March For Indy 30-07-2016For the 129th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I went along to the March For Indy in Glasgow on Saturday 30th July.Somewhere north of 5000 people walked from the Botanic Gardens in Glasgow to George Square, where there were stalls, speeches and an appearance from Bikers for Indy. A fair few of them went to the pub afterwards too.As I was walking along, I took the opportunity to ask the people marching why they had decided to come along for the day, and this podcast contains those answers.As well as the...2016-08-0326 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 129 - March For Indy 30-07-2016For the 129th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I went along to the March For Indy in Glasgow on Saturday 30th July.
Somewhere north of 5000 people walked from the Botanic Gardens in Glasgow to George Square, where there were stalls, speeches and an appearance from Bikers for Indy. A fair few of them went to the pub afterwards too.
As I was walking along, I took the opportunity to ask the people marching why they had decided to come along for the day, and this podcast contains those answers.
As well as the many people that I didn't have...2016-08-0326 min
Scot Independence PodcastThe Turnout 2 - On Homeopathy, with Michael MarshallFor the 2nd episode of The Turnout I spoke with journalist Michael Marshall of The Good Thinking Society (as well as the Be Reasonable podcast and others).
Michael was the man behind the 10:23 campaign which was a ...
mass overdose of homeopathy outside branches of Boots UK in several major cities throughout the country, to publicly demonstrate the inefficacy of homeopathic products and protest against their sale.
I asked Michael about the history of homeopathy and what it actually is, or indeed isn't. I also asked him about it's availability on the NHS in various parts of the country and what...2016-05-2855 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 114 - On Land Ownership & Reform, with Lesley Riddoch"The Land Reform Bill we have in front of us at the moment is just a start, and a pretty tentative one at that. It needs beefed up." - Lesley RiddochWhen it comes to land ownership and distribution it must be said that Scotland is an international oddball.A number of factors have contributed to the unusual situation we find ourselves in and in this episode I spoke with Lesley Riddoch about what those are and what can be done about the situation, both in the countryside and in the cities.Furthermore, is...2015-10-0837 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 114 - On Land Ownership & Reform, with Lesley Riddoch"The Land Reform Bill we have in front of us at the moment is just a start, and a pretty tentative one at that. It needs beefed up." - Lesley Riddoch
When it comes to land ownership and distribution it must be said that Scotland is an international oddball.
A number of factors have contributed to the unusual situation we find ourselves in and in this episode I spoke with Lesley Riddoch about what those are and what can be done about the situation, both in the countryside and in the cities.
Furthermore, is the Scottish Government in a compromised...2015-10-0837 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 113 - The National Yes Registry (with Jason Baird)For the 113th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast (I mentioned it once but I think I got away with it), I spoke with Jason Baird who is trying to organise the new National Yes Registry, a grassroots organisation that would like to help the various pro-independence groups around the country to help each other. I spoke with Jason about the vacuum the official Yes Scotland campaign left when they seemed to disappear, what he is trying to do about it and why it is necessary to have a grassroots collective.Have a listen and see...2015-10-0331 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 113 - The National Yes Registry (with Jason Baird)For the 113th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast (I mentioned it once but I think I got away with it), I spoke with Jason Baird who is trying to organise the new National Yes Registry, a grassroots organisation that would like to help the various pro-independence groups around the country to help each other.
I spoke with Jason about the vacuum the official Yes Scotland campaign left when they seemed to disappear, what he is trying to do about it and why it is necessary to have a grassroots collective.
Have a listen and see if you'd like to...2015-10-0331 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 110 - EUr Left Hand In Or OutFor the 110th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Neil Davidson, an academic and writer, and Colin Fox, leader of the Scottish Socialist Party.
It's a slightly different episode in that it is 2 discussions about the EU, both from a socialist perspective. One of the interviews makes the left wing case for leaving the EU, and the other makes the left wing case for staying in the EU.
These interviews were conducted a couple of months ago for the SSP podcast, who asked me to do a few interviews for them and I accepted (NB - as...2015-08-2041 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 110 - EUr Left Hand In Or OutFor the 110th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Neil Davidson, an academic and writer, and Colin Fox, leader of the Scottish Socialist Party.It's a slightly different episode in that it is 2 discussions about the EU, both from a socialist perspective. One of the interviews makes the left wing case for leaving the EU, and the other makes the left wing case for staying in the EU.These interviews were conducted a couple of months ago for the SSP podcast, who asked me to do a few interviews for them and I...2015-08-2041 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 109 - Dr Iain BlackFor the 109th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Dr Iain Black of Heriot-University and also of Yes Edinburgh North & Leith. Iain has been conducting some research which you can take part in online either on Bella Caledonia or at Common Space.
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As the page on Bella Caledonia says, the research is...
"an academic survey to capture who took part in the Yes campaign, what they did and why they took part. The results will be published widely and shared with the main Yes supporting groups to...2015-07-2430 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 109 - Dr Iain BlackFor the 109th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Dr Iain Black of Heriot-University and also of Yes Edinburgh North & Leith. Iain has been conducting some research which you can take part in online either on Bella Caledonia or at Common Space.http://bellacaledonia.org.uk/2015/06/29/yes-campaign-survey/https://commonspace.scot/articles/1823/professor-launches-online-study-into-motivations-of-scottish-independence-activist-groupsAs the page on Bella Caledonia says, the research is..."an academic survey to capture who took part in the Yes campaign, what they did and why they took part. The results will be published widely and shared...2015-07-2430 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 104 - Ivan McKeeThe 104th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast is a talk on the post-referendum economic situation, given by one of our previous guests, Ivan McKee . I'll also be interviewing Ivan soon for another episode, but before we get there, I think it'd be enlightening to have a listen to this first.
Before the referendum Ivan toured the country with a presentation that managed to reach a lot of people. In this new talk, he rivisits some of that material but also adds much more and explains where he sees us now in the post-ref environment, and he also explains in...2015-03-221h 11The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 104 - Ivan McKeeThe 104th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast is a talk on the post-referendum economic situation, given by one of our previous guests, Ivan McKee . I'll also be interviewing Ivan soon for another episode, but before we get there, I think it'd be enlightening to have a listen to this first. Before the referendum Ivan toured the country with a presentation that managed to reach a lot of people. In this new talk, he rivisits some of that material but also adds much more and explains where he sees us now in the post-ref environment, and he also...2015-03-221h 11Scot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 97 - Prof John RobertsonFor the second Scottish Independence Podcast interview after the referendum, I spoke with Professor John Robertson (who was also on the podcast about 7 months ago).
The last time we spoke about his research into BBC bias in the referendum and his appearance at the Scottish Parliament (also featured here), so this time we moved on to the period surrounding the referendum and the barrage of Unionist propaganda, knowing or otherwise, in the last few days before the vote.
We also talked about the reaction of the SNP with Salmond and Swinney both saying something about the BBC in recent days...2014-10-0831 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 97 - Prof John RobertsonFor the second Scottish Independence Podcast interview after the referendum, I spoke with Professor John Robertson (who was also on the podcast about 7 months ago). The last time we spoke about his research into BBC bias in the referendum and his appearance at the Scottish Parliament (also featured here), so this time we moved on to the period surrounding the referendum and the barrage of Unionist propaganda, knowing or otherwise, in the last few days before the vote.We also talked about the reaction of the SNP with Salmond and Swinney both saying something about the...2014-10-0831 min
Scot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 96 - Colin FoxFor the first Scottish Independence Podcast interview after the referendum, I spoke with former MSP, national co-spokesperson for the Scottish Socialist Party and member of the Yes Campaign, Colin Fox.
We talked about what the Yes campaign achieved, and will achieve in future and how, despite the disappointment of the loss, it's only S.I.D.
You can find out what S.I.D. is in the interview.
Apart from that we had to talk about the Tory assault on human rights, why Labour™ (or the Red Tories™ if you prefer), are getting it in the neck and the BBC and...2014-10-0343 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 96 - Colin FoxFor the first Scottish Independence Podcast interview after the referendum, I spoke with former MSP, national co-spokesperson for the Scottish Socialist Party and member of the Yes Campaign, Colin Fox.We talked about what the Yes campaign achieved, and will achieve in future and how, despite the disappointment of the loss, it's only S.I.D.You can find out what S.I.D. is in the interview.Apart from that we had to talk about the Tory assault on human rights, why Labour™ (or the Red Tories™ if you prefer), are getting it in t...2014-10-0343 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 94 - Philippa WhitfordFor the 94th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke to Philippa Whitford.Philippa is an NHS doctor and has been making some of the best speeches of the entire Independence Campaign.Specifically she has been outlining why the Scottish NHS is more than just under threat if there is a No vote, it is in fact in serious trouble.In the podcast we talked about why that is the case but we also talked about the broader independence campaign and what we thought Yes activists can do to push us over the...2014-09-1632 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 94 - Philippa WhitfordFor the 94th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke to Philippa Whitford.
Philippa is an NHS doctor and has been making some of the best speeches of the entire Independence Campaign.
Specifically she has been outlining why the Scottish NHS is more than just under threat if there is a No vote, it is in fact in serious trouble.
In the podcast we talked about why that is the case but we also talked about the broader independence campaign and what we thought Yes activists can do to push us over the line.
Finally, as ever, I asked...2014-09-1632 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 90 - English Scots For YesFor the 90th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke to Math Campbell, from the campaign group English Scots For Yes.We talked about how well their group has been going and why it got started.I also asked him about the experience in general of being an English Scot campaigning for Independence.He also gave his opinion on some of the more bizarre stuff coming out in the media south of the border re the referendum (e.g. Katie Hopkins).What could Scottish Independence do for the rest of the...2014-09-0326 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 90 - English Scots For YesFor the 90th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke to Math Campbell, from the campaign group English Scots For Yes.
We talked about how well their group has been going and why it got started.
I also asked him about the experience in general of being an English Scot campaigning for Independence.
He also gave his opinion on some of the more bizarre stuff coming out in the media south of the border re the referendum (e.g. Katie Hopkins).
What could Scottish Independence do for the rest of the UK?
Finally, as ever, I asked my guest...2014-09-0326 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyBook 4 - Blossom"Blossom is an account of Scotland at the grassroots through the stories of people I've had the good fortune to know – the most stubborn, talented and resilient people on the planet. They've had to be. Some have transformed their parts of Scotland. Some have tried and failed. But all have something in common – they know what it takes for Scotland to blossom. We should know too."The ScotIndyBook series features audio book versions, full books or selected pieces, fiction and non-fiction, of some of the books being written about the independence referendum, or using it as a theme.2014-07-3123 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyBook 4 - Blossom"Blossom is an account of Scotland at the grassroots through the stories of people I've had the good fortune to know – the most stubborn, talented and resilient people on the planet. They've had to be. Some have transformed their parts of Scotland. Some have tried and failed. But all have something in common – they know what it takes for Scotland to blossom. We should know too."
The ScotIndyBook series features audio book versions, full books or selected pieces, fiction and non-fiction, of some of the books being written about the independence referendum, or using it as a theme.
All the book...2014-07-3123 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 78 - Karen Campbell"When you say things like 'I'm a proud Scot', you've really got to think 'what is it I am proud of?'. Are you proud of Scotland as a nation, as a country, as everyone else understands understands a country to be in the whole world? Or are you proud of it as a sort of junior region of the UK?"For the 78th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Karen Campbell.Karen has written five novels: The Twilight Time, After the Fire, Shadowplay and Proof of Life and she has also recently...2014-06-0732 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 78 - Karen Campbell"When you say things like 'I'm a proud Scot', you've really got to think 'what is it I am proud of?'. Are you proud of Scotland as a nation, as a country, as everyone else understands understands a country to be in the whole world? Or are you proud of it as a sort of junior region of the UK?"
For the 78th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Karen Campbell.
Karen has written five novels: The Twilight Time, After the Fire, Shadowplay and Proof of Life and she has also recently become an active speaker...2014-06-0732 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 69 - Joan McAlpineFor the 69th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast it's back to the parliament, with Joan McAlpine MSP as the guest.Being a member of the Scottish Parliament is however only one of Joan's activities as amongst other things she is also a journalist at The Daily Record, has written various books, blogs at Go Lassie Go, and was a speechwriter for Alex Salmond.We talked about the recent SNP conference and her speech there - are there parallels to be drawn between the bedroom tax and the poll tax?We talked about the...2014-04-2533 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 69 - Joan McAlpineFor the 69th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast it's back to the parliament, with Joan McAlpine MSP as the guest.
Being a member of the Scottish Parliament is however only one of Joan's activities as amongst other things she is also a journalist at The Daily Record, has written various books, blogs at Go Lassie Go, and was a speechwriter for Alex Salmond.
We talked about the recent SNP conference and her speech there - are there parallels to be drawn between the bedroom tax and the poll tax?
We talked about the media in general and her specific...2014-04-2533 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 63 - P Ramand & J FoleyFor the 63rd episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with James Foley and Pete Ramand. James and Pete are the co-founders of the Radical Independence Campaign and authors of the new book Yes: The Radical Case for Independence. They've also been organising The Independence Lectures, along with Pluto Press.We talked about their new book, the reasons for Independence contained therein and what we should be looking to do after a Yes vote.We also talked about what the Radical Independence Campaign have got coming up, particularly in terms of voting registration....2014-03-2747 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 63 - P Ramand & J FoleyFor the 63rd episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with James Foley and Pete Ramand. James and Pete are the co-founders of the Radical Independence Campaign and authors of the new book Yes: The Radical Case for Independence. They've also been organising The Independence Lectures, along with Pluto Press.
We talked about their new book, the reasons for Independence contained therein and what we should be looking to do after a Yes vote.
We also talked about what the Radical Independence Campaign have got coming up, particularly in terms of voting registration.
One of my cats seemed to...2014-03-2747 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 60 - (Prof) John RobertsonFor the 60th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with John Robertson.John is the academic that recently published extensive research showing that the BBC has been favouring the No side in the Scottish Independence debate.The story however did not end there as the BBC began a series of, well, sleekit manouevres to play the man and not the ball. This resulted in, amongst other things, his appearance in front of a committee in the Scottish Parliament at which certain members seemed determined to continue the defamation.We talked about the...2014-03-1639 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 60 - (Prof) John RobertsonFor the 60th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with John Robertson.
John is the academic that recently published extensive research showing that the BBC has been favouring the No side in the Scottish Independence debate.
The story however did not end there as the BBC began a series of, well, sleekit manouevres to play the man and not the ball. This resulted in, amongst other things, his appearance in front of a committee in the Scottish Parliament at which certain members seemed determined to continue the defamation.
We talked about the research, the aftermath and John's more...2014-03-1639 min
Scot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 58 - Combine On LeithSorry for the truly dreadful title but the 58th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast comes from a recent Yes Leith/Edinburgh North West Event, and thanks to them for letting me reproduce it as a podcast.
It took place last month and the speakers were, in this order, Fiona Hyslop the Scottish culture secretary, Robin McAlpine from the Reid Foundation (here's his new-ish blog too), Michelle Thomson from Business for Scotland and Colin Fox from the SSP (and he's got a rather good line in his bit).
The question and answer session at the end is also worth listening...2014-03-011h 32The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 58 - Combine On LeithSorry for the truly dreadful title but the 58th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast comes from a recent Yes Leith/Edinburgh North West Event, and thanks to them for letting me reproduce it as a podcast.It took place last month and the speakers were, in this order, Fiona Hyslop the Scottish culture secretary, Robin McAlpine from the Reid Foundation (here's his new-ish blog too), Michelle Thomson from Business for Scotland and Colin Fox from the SSP (and he's got a rather good line in his bit).The question and answer session at the end...2014-03-011h 32
Scot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 56 - Econ Case For Indy"Like Wonga.com on steroids".
The 56th episode The Scottish Independence Podcast is the second of the presentation-type podcasts that I've put out this week, next time we'll get back to the interviews.
This time the presentation comes from Business for Scotland and features former guest on the podcast Ivan McKee, who I'm sure you've been seeing on TV recently, and Michelle Thomson.
The presentation is called The Economic Case for Independence, and that quote with Wonga.com at the start was not referring to Scotland's prospects.
It's quite a long episode so you might want to divide your listening...2014-02-212h 03The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 56 - Econ Case For Indy"Like Wonga.com on steroids".The 56th episode The Scottish Independence Podcast is the second of the presentation-type podcasts that I've put out this week, next time we'll get back to the interviews.This time the presentation comes from Business for Scotland and features former guest on the podcast Ivan McKee, who I'm sure you've been seeing on TV recently, and Michelle Thomson.The presentation is called The Economic Case for Independence, and that quote with Wonga.com at the start was not referring to Scotland's prospects.It's quite a long episode...2014-02-212h 03
Scot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 51 - Patrick Harvie"I don't think the UK economy is in recovery...I think it's going back to the disease that [it] suffered from in the run-up to the recession".
Patrick Harvie is the guest for the 51st episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast.
If you didn't already know, Patrick is an MSP and the co-convener of the Scottish Green Party and he came on to the podcast to talk about some of the alternative ideas post-independence that are outlined in the new Green YES document.
For example, the Greens are openly advocating for a Scottish Currency instead of the pound or Euro...2014-02-0335 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 51 - Patrick Harvie"I don't think the UK economy is in recovery...I think it's going back to the disease that [it] suffered from in the run-up to the recession".Patrick Harvie is the guest for the 51st episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast.If you didn't already know, Patrick is an MSP and the co-convener of the Scottish Green Party and he came on to the podcast to talk about some of the alternative ideas post-independence that are outlined in the new Green YES document.For example, the Greens are openly advocating for a Scottish Currency...2014-02-0335 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastFor A' That 39 - The Other Kind Of UnionFor the 39th episode of the For A' That podcast I was joined by the editors of the Mair Nor A Roch Wind website, namely Amy Westwell, Cailean Gallagher and Rory Scothorne.Their site has been described thusly...“This should *really* scare the Labour establishment” – Pat Kane“It’s like being harangued by a keelie Lenin” – A Cybernat“First I’ve read on this site, which some have been recommending. Dear lord.” – Wings over Scotland“They’ve walked into no mans land, These guys are absolutely smack bang in the middle of everybody” - Le...2014-01-2840 minScot Independence PodcastFor A' That 39 - The Other Kind Of UnionFor the 39th episode of the For A' That podcast I was joined by the editors of the Mair Nor A Roch Wind website, namely Amy Westwell, Cailean Gallagher and Rory Scothorne.
Their site has been described thusly...
“This should *really* scare the Labour establishment” – Pat Kane
“It’s like being harangued by a keelie Lenin” – A Cybernat
“First I’ve read on this site, which some have been recommending. Dear lord.” – Wings over Scotland
“They’ve walked into no mans land, These guys are absolutely smack bang in the middle of everybody” - Lesley Riddoch
You certainly won't be hearing the standard Yes or...2014-01-2840 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 45 - Derek BatemanDerek Bateman is the guest for the 45th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast.Here is what his BBC biog says about him...Derek Bateman is a veteran of the Scottish news scene having begun as a trainee reporter with the Scotsman in his teens and spending the last 45 years covering politics and current affairs in various guises - as a reporter with the Glasgow Herald, political editor of Scotland on Sunday, a foreign correspondent for STV's international output, a correspondent for the Observer and commentator and presenter at Radio Scotland.Over the years...2014-01-1146 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 45 - Derek BatemanDerek Bateman is the guest for the 45th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast.
Here is what his BBC biog says about him...
Derek Bateman is a veteran of the Scottish news scene having begun as a trainee reporter with the Scotsman in his teens and spending the last 45 years covering politics and current affairs in various guises - as a reporter with the Glasgow Herald, political editor of Scotland on Sunday, a foreign correspondent for STV's international output, a correspondent for the Observer and commentator and presenter at Radio Scotland.
Over the years he has specialised in politics, international...2014-01-1146 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 44 - Alastair HutchisonFor the 44th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast the guest was Alastair Hutchison from the group Lib Dem Voters for Indy.We talked about the group and how it got started. We talked about why liberals may or may not make the jump from federalism to independence and we talked about why the Libdems didn't join with SNP in 2007, when such a thing might have been the logical step.Alastair is also a Hearts fan, and we talked about Hearts fans and how the debate is playing out in a group that unusually includes Alex...2013-12-2436 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 44 - Alastair HutchisonFor the 44th episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast the guest was Alastair Hutchison from the group Lib Dem Voters for Indy.
We talked about the group and how it got started. We talked about why liberals may or may not make the jump from federalism to independence and we talked about why the Libdems didn't join with SNP in 2007, when such a thing might have been the logical step.
Alastair is also a Hearts fan, and we talked about Hearts fans and how the debate is playing out in a group that unusually includes Alex Salmond AND George Foulkes.
...2013-12-2436 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 41 - Robin McAlpineFor the 41st episode, Robin McAlpine is back on the Scottish Independence Podcast.Robin, as if you didn't already know, is the director of the Reid Foundation and the editor of Scottish Left Review.We had a wide-ranging discussion on a number of issues surrounding the Independence Referendum, which also surprisingly included something about willow-coppicing, which is a thing I had never previously heard of.We also talked about the Reid Foundation's latest paper on industrial relations and how they could be done better with a different political culture, the kind of one that...2013-12-0652 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 41 - Robin McAlpineFor the 41st episode, Robin McAlpine is back on the Scottish Independence Podcast.
Robin, as if you didn't already know, is the director of the Reid Foundation and the editor of Scottish Left Review.
We had a wide-ranging discussion on a number of issues surrounding the Independence Referendum, which also surprisingly included something about willow-coppicing, which is a thing I had never previously heard of.
We also talked about the Reid Foundation's latest paper on industrial relations and how they could be done better with a different political culture, the kind of one that maybe, a newly independent country might...2013-12-0652 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 40 - Stewart BremnerFor the 40th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Stewart Bremner, who is a graphic artist, illustrator and designer. He's been involved in the Scottish independence debate in a number of ways, making posters for Bella Caledonia, making an excellent short video called When I Was A Child (it's at the start of the podcast too).We talked about his work and why they don't often stress the historical and cultural angles in the debate.We also talked about the political poster as an art form. Has it had its day?2013-12-0233 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 40 - Stewart BremnerFor the 40th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Stewart Bremner, who is a graphic artist, illustrator and designer.
He's been involved in the Scottish independence debate in a number of ways, making posters for Bella Caledonia, making an excellent short video called When I Was A Child (it's at the start of the podcast too).
We talked about his work and why they don't often stress the historical and cultural angles in the debate.
We also talked about the political poster as an art form. Has it had its day?
Hope you enjoy…
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http://www.st...2013-12-0233 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 38 - Human RightsFor the 38th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I am reproducing a talk given by Shami Chakrabarti from the campaign group Liberty. This talk is reproduced with the kind permission of Liverpool John Moores University. It comes from their Roscoe lecture series.The reason I am reproducing this talk is that with Cameron himself suggesting the UK may have to withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights a month or so ago, these become important issues not just globally, but also in the upcoming referendum.Chakrabarti was once, for the hideous crime of sticking...2013-11-1540 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 38 - Human RightsFor the 38th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I am reproducing a talk given by Shami Chakrabarti from the campaign group Liberty. This talk is reproduced with the kind permission of Liverpool John Moores University. It comes from their Roscoe lecture series.
The reason I am reproducing this talk is that with Cameron himself suggesting the UK may have to withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights a month or so ago, these become important issues not just globally, but also in the upcoming referendum.
Chakrabarti was once, for the hideous crime of sticking up for human rights...2013-11-1540 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 33 - Paul LeinsterFor the second episode of this week I spoke to Paul Leinster, who is a member of both Labour For Indy and Republic Scot.We talked about the Labour For Indy group itself and the hostile reaction to it by some within the (not for Indy) Labour party.We also talked about Republic Scotland and how much support they receive within and outwith Holyrood. Is it certain we will keep the monarchy after a Yes vote?Finally we spoke about Paul himself and why someone who is a member of the Labour party and...2013-10-1126 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 33 - Paul LeinsterFor the second episode of this week I spoke to Paul Leinster, who is a member of both Labour For Indy and Republic Scot.
We talked about the Labour For Indy group itself and the hostile reaction to it by some within the (not for Indy) Labour party.
We also talked about Republic Scotland and how much support they receive within and outwith Holyrood. Is it certain we will keep the monarchy after a Yes vote?
Finally we spoke about Paul himself and why someone who is a member of the Labour party and was once a unionist was first...2013-10-1126 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod - Independence Rally 2014This is a special edition of the podcast featuring some music, some opinions from the crowd and some of the speeches from the Independence Rally in Edinburgh on 21st September 2014.The idea is to give those of you who were there a nice little keepsake of it, and for those like me who were unfortunate enough not to be able to make it, to give an idea of what went on.I'm well aware of course that the best thing about going to this type of political event is not the speeches, but rather the people...2013-09-231h 34Scot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod - Independence Rally 2014This is a special edition of the podcast featuring some music, some opinions from the crowd and some of the speeches from the Independence Rally in Edinburgh on 21st September 2014.
The idea is to give those of you who were there a nice little keepsake of it, and for those like me who were unfortunate enough not to be able to make it, to give an idea of what went on.
I'm well aware of course that the best thing about going to this type of political event is not the speeches, but rather the people you meet and the...2013-09-231h 34The Scottish Independence PodcastFor A' That 34 - Fussing & FightingAndrew and I were joined by two guests for the 34th episode of the For A' That podcast.Making his second appearance was Pat Kane, and making his first was James Kelly, who writes the blog Scot Goes Pop.The first topic of discussion was the errrm, debate, between Nicola Sturgeon and Anas Sarwar. We didn't talk about it in glowing terms.Gordon Brown making another appearance in the debate got a look in. Were his proposed constitutional changes just hot air or do they actually mean something? Also Brown himself, a confusing (surely...2013-09-0748 minScot Independence PodcastFor A' That 34 - Fussing & FightingAndrew and I were joined by two guests for the 34th episode of the For A' That podcast.
Making his second appearance was Pat Kane, and making his first was James Kelly, who writes the blog Scot Goes Pop.
The first topic of discussion was the errrm, debate, between Nicola Sturgeon and Anas Sarwar. We didn't talk about it in glowing terms.
Gordon Brown making another appearance in the debate got a look in. Were his proposed constitutional changes just hot air or do they actually mean something? Also Brown himself, a confusing (surely confused?) figure at the best of...2013-09-0748 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 22- Nighet Nasim RiazFor episode 22 of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Nighet Nasim Riaz who is a PhD student, SNP activist, member of Women for Indy and avid people-watcher.We spoke about her PhD and about what convinced her, as someone who had lived in England prior to coming to Scotland, of the case for Indy.We also spoke about the work that Women For Indy have been doing around the country and what effects we hope it might have. The recent SNP conference, which she attended, was another topic of discussion as was what attracted her...2013-04-0427 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 22- Nighet Nasim RiazFor episode 22 of The Scottish Independence Podcast, I spoke with Nighet Nasim Riaz who is a PhD student, SNP activist, member of Women for Indy and avid people-watcher.
We spoke about her PhD and about what convinced her, as someone who had lived in England prior to coming to Scotland, of the case for Indy.
We also spoke about the work that Women For Indy have been doing around the country and what effects we hope it might have. The recent SNP conference, which she attended, was another topic of discussion as was what attracted her to join that party.
...2013-04-0427 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 19 - Michael Hance on ScotsI think almost every Scot will at one time or another have been told off for using a word that, although perfectly acceptable Scots, is not standard English.How could such a situation come about?This was one of the topics of the discussion when I spoke to Michael Hance, who is the director of the Scots Language Centre.We also spoke about the cultural importance of the language, the work of the centre itself, how the situation has changed since devolution and finally about how the situation might improve in the future.2013-03-0333 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 19 - Michael Hance on ScotsI think almost every Scot will at one time or another have been told off for using a word that, although perfectly acceptable Scots, is not standard English.
How could such a situation come about?
This was one of the topics of the discussion when I spoke to Michael Hance, who is the director of the Scots Language Centre.
We also spoke about the cultural importance of the language, the work of the centre itself, how the situation has changed since devolution and finally about how the situation might improve in the future.
If you're wondering why it is not...2013-03-0333 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 18 - Ruaridh & Keith Waddell"Dodging riots and tear gas in Livingstone today. There is a by-election tomorrow and the leader of the opposition has been arrested and charged with inciting violence, personally I think Mrs Lamont should watch out as she does that every Thursday afternoon."I just got that email from the latest guests on the Scottish Independence Podcast when I emailed them to tell them I was just about to publish their episode.The guests are Ruaridh and Keith Waddell who are Scottish aid workers who have been in Zambia for some time.It's important to...2013-02-2742 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 18 - Ruaridh & Keith Waddell"Dodging riots and tear gas in Livingstone today. There is a by-election tomorrow and the leader of the opposition has been arrested and charged with inciting violence, personally I think Mrs Lamont should watch out as she does that every Thursday afternoon."
I just got that email from the latest guests on the Scottish Independence Podcast when I emailed them to tell them I was just about to publish their episode.
The guests are Ruaridh and Keith Waddell who are Scottish aid workers who have been in Zambia for some time.
It's important to consider not only the good things...2013-02-2742 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 17 - Lorna WaiteThe Scottish Independence Podcast is back after a little break.For this 17th episode I spoke with poet Lorna Waite and we had a few topics of conversation.Firstly we speak about Lorna, herself and her work, and why she believes creating a division between the cultural and economic aspects of the Independence debate is a false way to go about things.We talked about the role of women in the Indy debate and also the more unpleasant colonial aspects of the union, and how we might combat the lack of self-respect that those...2013-02-2036 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 17 - Lorna WaiteThe Scottish Independence Podcast is back after a little break.
For this 17th episode I spoke with poet Lorna Waite and we had a few topics of conversation.
Firstly we speak about Lorna, herself and her work, and why she believes creating a division between the cultural and economic aspects of the Independence debate is a false way to go about things.
We talked about the role of women in the Indy debate and also the more unpleasant colonial aspects of the union, and how we might combat the lack of self-respect that those colonial problems have created in Scotland.
...2013-02-2036 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 15 - Krys KujawaThe most popular sport in our country is still football by far and whether we like it or not, there are strong political undercurrents to what goes on in the stadiums.Although players certainly get too much publicity, fans are often shunted to the side and treated as 2nd class citizens.Therefore, with such a momentous decision coming up for Scotland in 2014, those in favour of a Yes vote would be making a grave error if they ignored the discussions on the subject that are taking place in the stadiums and between the supporters that make...2012-12-1234 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 15 - Krys KujawaThe most popular sport in our country is still football by far and whether we like it or not, there are strong political undercurrents to what goes on in the stadiums.
Although players certainly get too much publicity, fans are often shunted to the side and treated as 2nd class citizens.
Therefore, with such a momentous decision coming up for Scotland in 2014, those in favour of a Yes vote would be making a grave error if they ignored the discussions on the subject that are taking place in the stadiums and between the supporters that make up a large part...2012-12-1234 minThe Scottish Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 14 - Veronika From Scot CNDFor the 14th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Veronika Teudhope of Scottish CND.We talked about their recent decision to join the Yes campaign and about the history and aims of the organisation and some of the actions they are involved in and their parliamentary supporters. We also had a word about the SNP joining NATO debate. Hope you enjoy...https://twitter.com/ScottishCNDhttp://www.banthebomb.org/http://www.heraldscotland.com/politics/referendum-news/scots-cnd-backs-yes-campaign.19448929https://twitter.com/mgreenwell2012-12-0530 minScot Independence PodcastScotIndyPod 14 - Veronika From Scot CNDFor the 14th episode of The Scottish Independence Podcast I spoke with Veronika Teudhope of Scottish CND.
We talked about their recent decision to join the Yes campaign and about the history and aims of the organisation and some of the actions they are involved in and their parliamentary supporters.
We also had a word about the SNP joining NATO debate.
Hope you enjoy...
https://twitter.com/ScottishCND
http://www.banthebomb.org/
http://www.heraldscotland.com/politics/referendum-news/scots-cnd-backs-yes-campaign.19448929
https://twitter.com/mgreenwell2012-12-0530 min
The Scottish Independence PodcastFor A' That - Episode 1.Delighted to announce the beginning of a new companion podcast to the Scottish Independence Podcast.The For A' That podcast isn't an interview format, it's more of a discussion of the week's events, issues, rants, ramblings & absurdities relating to the upcoming referendum and Scottish politics more generally. We'll try to put them out every Sunday.In this first episode it is myself with Andrew Tickell or Lallands Peat Worrier.We chat about the legal kerfuffle over EU membership, the prisoners voting issue and touch on the rules that are going to be laid down...2012-10-2830 minScot Independence PodcastFor A' That - Episode 1.Delighted to announce the beginning of a new companion podcast to the Scottish Independence Podcast.
The For A' That podcast isn't an interview format, it's more of a discussion of the week's events, issues, rants, ramblings & absurdities relating to the upcoming referendum and Scottish politics more generally. We'll try to put them out every Sunday.
In this first episode it is myself with Andrew Tickell or Lallands Peat Worrier.
We chat about the legal kerfuffle over EU membership, the prisoners voting issue and touch on the rules that are going to be laid down regarding the financing of the campaigns.
...2012-10-2830 min