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Scottish Independence PodcastsFrankly My Dear...In this special episode IndyPodcasters Fiona and Marlene take a break from the usual guest format for a more personal chat. After attending the Glasgow book launch of Frankly, Nicola Sturgeon’s much-anticipated memoir, the pair share their candid reflections on the event — and the unexpected TikTok reaction that followed.
From going viral overnight to unpacking the diverse responses the book has sparked — across mainstream UK media, podcasts, and Scottish independence commentators — Fiona and Marlene explore what the media response to the book tells us about Scotland’s political landscape, media narratives, and public sentiment.
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2025-09-1250 minScottish Independence PodcastsOld Labour, New Labour, Blue Labour🎙️25 Years of Scottish Left Review with Bob Thomson
In this special episode, Fiona and Marlene sit down with veteran trade unionist and political activist Bob Thomson to mark the 25th anniversary of Scottish Left Review. From his early days on the factory floor to the top of Unison, Bob shares a lifetime of experience in labour politics, trade unionism, and Scottish constitutional reform.
A founding figure in Scottish Left Review and the Jimmy Reid Foundation, Bob has also served as Treasurer and Vice Chair of Scottish Labour, participated in the Scottish Constitutional Convention, campaigned as a mem...
2025-08-1553 minScottish Independence PodcastsLord Provost's Peace GardenSpecial Bonus Episode: Live from the Lord Provost’s Peace Garden – 80th Anniversary of Hiroshima
Join us for a powerful special episode recorded on 6th August 2025, marking the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing. We’re coming to you directly from the Lord Provost’s Peace Garden in Glasgow, where civic leaders, peace activists, and citizens gathered to honour the past and reflect on the future of peace in our world.
This commemorative event highlights Glasgow’s enduring commitment to nuclear disarmament, peacebuilding, and international solidarity. Tune in for moving speeches and music from Protest in Harmony...
2025-08-1236 minScottish Independence PodcastsThrough an MMT lensIn this episode Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene sit down with economist and educator Jim Byrne to talk about his new online course, MMT101: A Beginner’s Guide to Modern Monetary Theory. Designed to make Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) accessible to everyone, Jim’s course breaks down complex economic ideas into clear, understandable lessons. Learn more at https://mmt101.org
#indypodcasters #mmt #economics
With thanks to The News Agents and The Rest is Money for short clips included in this podcast.
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2025-08-081h 00Scottish Independence PodcastsColette Walker ISPIn this revealing episode recorded at the Bacchus Bar in Glasgow, Pensioners for Independence invite Colette Walker, leader of the Independence for Scotland Party to address the group as part of a series of events the group are arranging leading up to Holyrood 2026.
Colette shares her unexpected journey into political leadership, her refusal to be defined by her visual impairment, and the challenges she’s faced as a woman in politics. She also speaks candidly about the shocking abuse she and fellow campaigner Eva Comrie have received online for being women with disabilities.
This is...
2025-08-0147 minScottish Independence PodcastsWha's Like Us?Exploring Scotland’s Cultural Heritage | Stuart McHardy & Roger Emmerson at the Independence Forum Scotland Conference
In this thought-provoking episode of the Scottish Independence Podcast, we bring you a fascinating session from the recent Independence Forum Scotland conference, featuring historian Stuart McHardy and architect Roger Emmerson. Together, they explore Scotland’s rich cultural heritage and discuss the positive trajectory of Scottish identity and nationhood in the 21st century.
Both speakers are respected Scottish authors and thought leaders in their fields. Learn more about their work:
Stuart McHardy’s profile and books https://luath.co.uk/pag...
2025-07-2534 minScottish Independence PodcastsPalestine - Yes It Is A GenocideFiona and Marlene report from the Palestine march and rally in Edinburgh this weekend, with coverage of the march and the speeches from Elizabeth House, also known as Colonial HQ
Key events:
00:07:30 Gathering at St Giles
00:08:06 Chanting in Parliament Square
00:08:38 Mick Napier outlines the purpose of the protest
00:10:36 Into the High Street
00:12:51 Speaker Doha Abu Amer
00:19:37 Speaker Tommy Sheppard
00:29:42 Speaker Lesley Riddoch
#palestine #gaza #edinburgh
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2025-07-2237 minScottish Independence PodcastsHow We Set Up Our Parliament🎙️ In this episode, Fiona and Marlene are joined by Esther Roberton, co-ordinator of the Scottish Constitutional Convention, the movement that laid the groundwork for the creation of the Scottish Parliament. Esther reflects on the original aspirations for a new kind of democracy in Scotland and assesses how far those ambitions have been realised over the past 20+ years.
They also explore Esther’s current work with the Build A Local Scotland campaign (www.buildlocal.scot), including the critical relationship between Holyrood, local councils, and community-level democracy. If you're interested in Scottish politics and the future of local governance in Scot...
2025-07-181h 00Scottish Independence PodcastsSacrificing our Heating Bills and other Good IdeasHighlights from the Independence Forum Scotland Conference | June 2025 |
In this episode, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene share selected highlights from the Independence Forum Scotland summer conference, held in June 2025. They explore key moments from a day packed with fresh ideas, thought-provoking questions, and bold visions for Scotland’s future.
Whether you're passionate about tackling poverty, Universal Basic Income, or building a wellbeing economy, this episode offers rich insights from a range of engaging speakers.
key topics:
00:01:19 – Craig Dalzell: On what he is willing to sacrifice for a fairer future
00:08:28 – Annie Miller: Why Uni...
2025-07-1152 minScottish Independence PodcastsIndependence Forum Scotland - updates from March 25 conferenceA Bonus episode with updates on three important topics discussed at the IFS spring conference in March 2025:
00:01:34 Scotland's Land Reforms - John Hutchison
00:10:00 Scotland's Energy - John Proctor
00:24:50 Scotland's Democracy - Geoff Bush
00:30:55 Comment from the floor
00:34:35 Forward look
This Friday's podcast episode will be the Poverty and Wellbeing session from the Summer conference and we have news of the Autumn conference for your diaries.
Find out more from the IFS website https://independenceforum.scot
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2025-07-0836 minScottish Independence PodcastsLesley Riddoch on Finland🎙️ IndyPodcasters, Fiona and Marlene chat with award-winning journalist and filmmaker Lesley Riddoch about her latest documentary project – a powerful new film exploring why Finland is the happiest country in the world 🇫🇮✨
Scotland has already adopted Finland’s famous Baby Boxes, but what else can we learn? Lesley dives into:
🔹 Finland’s world-renowned education system
🔹 Distinctive land ownership patterns
🔹 A cultural mindset that values equality and collective wellbeing over individual wealth
Lesley also shares insights into her unique approach to crowdfunding and the creative process behind making a documentary that aims to spark real change in...
2025-07-0444 minScottish Independence PodcastsWomen for Independence - On the Road AgainIn this upbeat episode, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene speak with Fatima Joji, a member of the National Executive of Women for Independence (WFI), about the organisation’s bold relaunch on International Women’s Day .
WFI played a vital role in the 2014 Scottish independence referendum, building a respected and influential grassroots network of women-led local groups. But over the last decade, momentum has slowed and some groups have gone quiet. Fatima shares her vision for re-energising WFI, the outcome of their first Annual General Meeting, and how women’s voices are still crucial to shaping an independent Scotland.
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2025-06-2740 minScottish Independence PodcastsPolitics in Flux with Colin FoxIn this timely episode, Glasgow Pensioners for Independence sit down with Colin Fox, national spokesperson for the Scottish Socialist Party, for a wide ranging discussion on Scotland's shifting political landscape.
Recorded just ahead of the Hamilton by-election, the conversation explores the future of hte independence movement, the role of left-wing politics in Scotland and what might lie ahead as we move toward the Holyrood 2026 elections.
The outcome of the by election was unknown at the time of recording but one thing is celar: Scottish politics is at a turning point. How will the current political turbulence shape S...
2025-06-201h 15Scottish Independence PodcastsGrangemouth - Asset Stripping ScotlandIn this powerful episode, recorded live at a Yes Glasgow NW event, guest speaker Scott Donohoe from Glasgow Trade Union council delivers a passionate and informative talk on the planned closure of the Grangemouth oil refinery — a decision that threatens thousands of jobs, livelihoods, and the stability of the local community.
Scott outlines a detailed historical timeline of events, highlighting the ongoing struggles of the workforce and exposing Labour's broken promises to protect vital Scottish industry. The session includes a raw, emotional audience discussion capturing the real anger, betrayal, and concerns from the people most affected.
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2025-06-1354 minScottish Independence PodcastsPat Kane in ConversationPat Kane is in conversation with John Drummond on the TNT Show in this week's podcast episode. This is a fascinating and wide ranging conversation covering topics as diverse as the leadership required to respond to climate related migration, the factors which could be better harnessed to promote Scottish independence and the possible post American future world order!
You can also watch the video version of this conversation here https://www.youtube.com/live/Ea5MDIilkYM?si=rm5QIz-zJj7Ayxw2
#patkane #tntshow #scottishpolitics
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2025-06-0655 minScottish Independence PodcastsScottish Climate Camp Confronts the Far RightA guest episode from Iain Bruce's climate justice show Rising Clyde, this week focussing on the links between the fossil fuel giants and the far right and how they are exploiting the climate crisis for profit and power.
Iain's guests are activists Ash and Quan and he begins the episode with footage from a protest outside Glasgow based company Seapeak Maritime.
You can watch the video version of this show here https://www.youtube.com/live/hTajcsDj9ik
#climatejustice #climatecamp #risingclyde
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2025-06-0330 minScottish Independence PodcastsDevil in the Detail - ScotGov Plans for 2025-26With only 1 year left of the Scottish Government's current term First Minister John Swinney set out his Programme for Government for 2026-26.
Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene listened to the main speeches and then went digging into the detail - and we found quite a lot that caught our eye. Our verdict? Mainly highlights but also the occasional lowlight. As the old saying goes- the devil is in the detail.
We've included chapter headings so if you have already watched John Swinney and Kate Forbes speeches from 6th May you can skip forward to our assessment. Do you agree...
2025-05-3051 minScottish Independence PodcastsA Scottish SpringBuilding a Democracy for the 21st Century
On 26th April the Electoral Reform Society held a conference in Edinburgh called A Scottish Spring with a range of excellent speakers covering topics such as the rise of polarisation in democracy, Scottish public opinion, Civic and local democracy in Scotland , engagement and debate.
Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene were there and very much enjoyed the discussions and presentations. It was a full day event so we weren't able to film every session in its entirety but these are some of our particular highlights of the day:
00:03:00 Willie Sullivan, ER...
2025-05-2359 minScottish Independence PodcastsEU Keeping the Light On for ScotlandScotland in Europe: Our journey to the European Parliament!
In this special episode of our podcast, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene share our exciting journey to Brussels where they joined a delegation organised by campaign groups Yes for EU and Europe for Scotland.
Our mission? To promote Scotland's place in Europe and meet with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs ) in support of an independent Scotland rejoining the EU.
From behind the scenes moments to exclusive MEP interviews, this episdoe captures the warm welcome and strong support we received in the heart of the EU. Our trip was...
2025-05-1654 minScottish Independence PodcastsElbows Up, ScotlandEnglish Council Elections Fallout: What can Scotland learn?
In this episode, Fiona and Marlene are joined by regular guests Bill Ramsay and Isobel Lindsay to discuss the recent English local council election results and the growing momentum behind far right organisation Reform Uk. What do these political shifts mean for Scottish politics? could they signal change - or opportunity - north of the border?
We explore the dangers of politicians clinging to the centre ground, how to re-energise a disillusioned electorate and whether the Scottish government should adopt a more radical, even rebellious, stance.
Key...
2025-05-0956 minScottish Independence PodcastsApril Round UpJoin Fiona, Marlene and Lynne as they look back at everything April threw their way - from local activism to international campaigning.
In this NOT-a-livestream episode, the trio break down their month, share behind the scenes stories and react to standout moments from Holyrood and Westminster.
Subscribe for sharp chat, smart laughs and solid political insight - even when it's pre-recorded!
Key themes included are:
00:00:19 Believe in Scotland's litter picking campaign
00:02:27 Yes4EU's Brussels delegation
00:07:00 Electoral Reform Society's Scottish Spring conference
00:12:14 Scottish election study polling
00:20:14 Dave Doogan takes on Starmer
2025-05-0254 minScottish Independence PodcastsHolyrood 2026: What do we want?Holyrood 2026: What Makes a Great Manifesto?
In this episode, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene take you to Govan, where the Scottish Independence Convention held a lively and inspiring event on 5th April 2025 to kick-start conversations around the Holyrood 2026 elections. The big question: What do we want to see in party manifestos?
We feature insights from three standout speakers, each bringing bold, fresh ideas and proposing three key topics they believe should be included in their 2026 manifestos of any party seeking their vote.
Plus, Fiona and Marlene reveal their own top 3 manifesto wish lists, rounding...
2025-04-251h 02Scottish Independence PodcastsStandout speech: Wealth, Inequality and Land ReformLaurie MacFarlane from Future Economy Scotland gave, in our opinion, the standout speech at the recent Independence Forum for Scotland conference held in Edinburgh on 1st March 2025.
Land Reform is one of those key topics where the public mood seems to be for further, faster reform than our politicians seem able to keep up with but the stakes are high and the potential benefits to Scotland are immense.
Find out more from https://futureeconomy.scot
#landreform #socialjustice #scotland
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2025-04-2321 minScottish Independence PodcastsSCND Peace and PoetryPeace and Poetry : Scottish CND's Annual Poetry fundraiser event, Glasgow 2025
Join us for an inspirational podcast episode recorded live at the Scottish CND's Annual Peace and Poetry Event in Glasgow - a celebration of art, activism and reflections on war, peace and hope for the future.
This special fundraiser brought together an exceptional line-up of poets who shared moving and thought-provoking work on the themes of peace, war, beauty, tragedy, hope, love and the future of our planet.
Whether you are here for the poetry, the politics or the passion - this episode...
2025-04-1855 minScottish Independence PodcastsScotland the Colony - with Prof Alf BairdAudio version of the recent TNT show where host John Drummond interviews Professor Alf Baird about the concept of Scotland as a colony of England in the light of the recent application to the UN to add Scotland to the list of colonised countries.
You can watch the video version of the TNT show here https://www.youtube.com/live/zoX3jbDb710?si=BTTYqVupU9esAqIX
More information about the application to the UN is on the Liberation Scotland website here https://liberation.scot
Alf's Book "Doun-Hauden " is published by Kindle d...
2025-04-1149 minScottish Independence PodcastsThe Union Dividend - DebunkedIn this thought provoking interview, Marlene and Fiona sit down with data analyst Stuart Donald to discuss his fascinating research on the "union dividend". Stuart's research delves into the origins of the Barnett formula and even further back to pre war economics to unpack the myths and misconceptions about the financial benefits Scotland supposedly receives from England and how much better off we would be if we were able to make our own political choices.
Stuart also highlights how the Westminster First Past The Post electoral system disproportionately favours the right and disenfranchises poorer communities. Could Proportional Representation hol...
2025-04-0456 minScottish Independence PodcastsLabour's Poll Tax Moment?Join Fiona, Marlene, and regular guest Lynne as they dive into the most pressing topics in Scottish and Westminster politics. From Labour's disastrous welfare cuts and the ongoing battle over PIP (Personal Independence Payments) to the Scottish Tories desperate attempts to run down Ferguson Marine, the trio offers insightful analysis and opinion.
Tune in for an eye-opening discussions on topics as diverse as the dangers of the nuclear industry, the latest Believe in Scotland litterpicking campaign, and Canada's spirited stand against Trump’s aggressive rhetoric.
Stay informed with topical chat, thought-provoking clips, and expert commentary on current event...
2025-03-281h 01Scottish Independence PodcastsReclaiming Our ClydeIt's Time to Reclaim Our Clyde!
Join Fiona and Marlene's discussion with passionate SCND activists David Kelly and David Peutherer as we talk about the vital need to rid the River Clyde of nuclear weapons. We dive into the engaging new campaign "It's Time to Reclaim Our Clyde" urging young people to find out more and take action for a nuclear free Scotland.
Discover why independence is the only way to ensure a safer nuclear-free future for Scotland and how the campaign is empowering the next generation to rise up and make a difference.
Key themes:
2025-03-2142 minScottish Independence PodcastsEvents, Dear Boy, EventsIn this insightful discussion, Fiona and Marlene are joined by expert commentators Bill Ramsay and Isobel Lindsay to analyse the latest developments from the White House. They explore the growing implications for Ukraine, the evolving UK-US relationship, and the global push for increased defence spending. As tensions rise, the panel delves into whether this military build up truly benefits nations or if it mainly serves the interests of arms manufacturers
Key themes:
00:01:54 - context
00:03:45 - US vs China
00:05:27 - implications for the Russian war in Ukraine
00:18:29 - UK-US relations
00:20:48 - Re-armament in Europe
00:33...
2025-03-1451 minScottish Independence PodcastsMemories of the Miners' Strike 40 years onMiners' Strike 40th Anniversary | Alex Shanks & Richie Venton at Jim McVicar Memorial Lecture
In this episode, Marlene and Fiona attend the Scottish Socialist Party's Jim McVicar Memorial Lecture to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 1984-85 Miners' Strike.
Featuring Alex Shanks, a young miner during the strike, and Richie Venton, author of Class War on Workers, this event offers passionate speeches that explore the strike’s lasting impact on the working class. The discussions dive into the history of the Miners' Strike, its consequences, and the ongoing struggle for workers' rights. Whether you remember the st...
2025-03-071h 09Scottish Independence PodcastsA Positive OutlookJoin Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene and guests Lynne Dougan and Jacqui Jensen as we mull over the latest Scottish political snippets from Holyrood, Westminster and beyond.
Themes include:
00:01:19 - The power of the positive outlook
00:09:47 - Outside the Labour Party conference
00:15:51 - Findlay's Barlinnie Paradise
00:19:05 - Pam Ghosal's Wild West Schools
00:25:35 - Bailey alarms patients
00:32:58 - Kate Forbes on the Internal Market Act threat
00:35:40 - Sarwar goes nuclear
00:38:50 - What does GB energy do?
00:38:50 - Lumsden's bad language
2025-02-2857 minScottish Independence PodcastsGrangemouth - An Unjust Transition?A bonus podcast episode from Rising Clyde, the Scottish Climate Justice Show.
Host Iain Bruce discusses the potentially unjust transition of workers at Grangemouth following the announcement that over 400 redundancy notices are being issued by refinery operator Petroineos.
Iain's guests are Rosie Hampton of Friends of the Earth Scotland and Ewan Gibbs, historian of industry, energy and protest at the University of Glasgow with contributions from Chris Hamilton, Unite convenor at the plant, aviation engineer Finlay Asher of Safe Landing and Lewis Conroy, one of five climate protestors from this is Rigged, up for trial for occupying pa...
2025-02-2536 minScottish Independence PodcastsWill Gaza Arise from the Ashes?With special guest Dr Philippa Whitford, retired surgeon and former SNP MP.
Trump's astonishing proposal to turn Gaza into a waterfront resort may have dominated the headlines, but the real story is the ongoing plight of the people of Gaza as the fragile ceasefire takes effect.
Dr Philippa has lived and worked in Gaza and here she offers her unique personal perspective on the recent conflict and the prospects of a peaceful solution.
If you would like to support the charity Medical Aid for Palestinians you can do so here https://map.org.uk
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2025-02-2156 minScottish Independence PodcastsClaiming Our RightsWith guests Andy Anderson and Leah Gunn Barratt of Respect Scottish Sovereignty we take a closer look at the International Covenant for Civil and Political Rights ( ICCPR) and what incorporation of these rights into Scots Law could mean to the Scottish people.
Key themes include:
00:01:00 Overview of Human Rights legislation
00:03:30 Why should we incorporate ICCPR?
00:06:00 Petition before the Scottish Parliament
00:08:50 Example - Switzerland
00:10:30 Example - Taiwan
00:13:15 Example - South Korea
00:16:30 Scottish Referendums Act 2020
00:19:14 Popular initiatives
00:25:27 UK Supreme Court
00:27:48 So what could Scotland do differently?
00:32:41 Does Article 1 apply to Scotland?
2025-02-1457 minScottish Independence PodcastsMemoirsRingwood Publishing is an independent Scottish publisher based in Glasgow. In January they hosted an even called Reflections and Revelations: Our Memoirs Event showcasing several of their authors who have written books based on Memoir.
Fiona and Marlene were delighted to attend and record the event. Speakers and readings are:
00:01:04 Mary McCabe, author of Two Closes and a Referendum and Stirring the Dust
00:08:27 Carol Fox, author of Memoirs of a Feminist Mother
00:16:36 Sandy Jamieson, Chief Executive of Ringwood introducing the work of the late Brendan McLaughlin and John Keeman
00:22:57 Brendan McLaughlin's daughter Siobhan
00:24:51 Reading f...
2025-02-071h 09Scottish Independence PodcastsLet Them Eat CakeThis month's livestream of clips and chat covering a range of topics including:
00:00:42 Charles visits an Alloa foodbank
00:05:41 Colin Fox's prediction comes true
00:08:00 Dave Doogan calls out Starmer
00:10:16 Labour MP Brian Leishman finds out he has NO influence
00:14:43 The power of "devalation"
00:18:29 The cost of Scotgov mitigation
00:24:15 Patrick Harvie explains the "hoover up" economy
00:25:51 Housebuilding and Sarwar's empty rhetoric
00:31:57 Robin McAlpine schools the Energy Minister
00:37:40 Robert Reich - lessons from the US election
00:46:44 Mary Trump sniffs Donald's latest grift
00:48:18 Emma Harper brings Scots leid to Holyrood
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2025-01-3152 minScottish Independence PodcastsGreat British Debt - All A Big Con?Our guest this week is William Thomson from the Scotonomics show.
In this episode we challenge William with our questions. He tackles those and shares his own thoughts on independence, Modern Monetary Theory and the economic situation in general.
Main topics:
00:02:00 Q1: Can Scotland afford to be independent?
00:06:38 Q2: But what about inflation?
00:11:37 Q3: What about the Deficit?
00:16:48 Q4: Should Scotland repay UK debt?
00:20:15 Q5 But doesn't borrowing create debt?
00:31:13 Q6 How will Scotland manage the economy?
00:32:25 Q7: Does independence mean a decade of austerity?
00:41:42 Q8: EU or EFTA?
00:47:13 Q9: Wha...
2025-01-2854 minScottish Independence PodcastsA Taste of BurnsBurns Night 2025 is fast approaching and we've been out and about collecting poetry and stories to create a celebratory podcast episode.
Featuring:
00:02:17 To A Louse - performed by Marlene Halliday
00:05:36 Oh Tibbie, I hae Seen the Day - performed by Susi Briggs
00:08:07 Tibbie's Reply - written and performed by Susi Briggs
00:11:31 The Flyting O' Bruce and Red Comyn - written and performed by Susi Briggs
00:18:15 Scots Wha Hae - performed by Lorraine Sinclair
00:22:03 The Stirling Lines - performed by Fiona McGregor
00:25:40 Tam O'Shanter...
2025-01-2440 minScottish Independence PodcastsThe Big Land QuestionFiona and Marlene share their highlights from the Big Land Question conference.
In November the Revive Coalition held their biggest conference yet bringing together organisations and individuals with a shared interest in Scotland's land. Who owns it? What do they do with it? Is there a better way? These, and many more questions were covered on the day and you can watch the full day's event on @IndependenceLive 's channel.
This podcast covers our favourite bits from the following speakers: 00:01:43 - Lesley Riddoch introduces the event
00:07:42 - Kevin Cumming, Scottish Rewilding Alliance
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2025-01-171h 15Scottish Independence PodcastsRespect Scottish SovereigntyGreater Glasgow Pensioners for Independence invited guest speaker Andy Anderson to share some new ideas for a strategy to overcome the barriers created by Westminster and the UK supreme court using the UN Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
Andy's website is https://respectscottishsovereignty.scot
You can find out more about the Covenant here https://www.ohchr.org/en/instruments-mechanisms/instruments/international-covenant-civil-and-political-rights
#scottishindependence #sovereignty #UNCPR
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2025-01-1046 minScottish Independence PodcastsThe Myth of the Union DividendTNT Show host John Drummond interviews data analytics expert Stuart Donald about the insights we can gain from his research into electoral systems, Brexit and the Scottish Constitutional question. Topics include:
00:02:06 Is the Union killing people?
00:05:28 Inequality and the FPTP system
00:07:41 The Myth of the Union Dividend
00:16:17 Slapstick Accounting
00:19:00 Faulty stats drive faulty narratives
00:20:37 Scottish "dividend" based on English needs
00:21:57 How much should Scotland get?
00:26:40 Starmer's Labour continuing inequality
00:30:33 Why can't UK have PR?
00:37:47 Labour elected on sufferance
00:40:00 Falling...
2025-01-0350 minScottish Independence PodcastsScottish Budget ScorecardAs Westminster's Labour government continues to unravel, discarding election promises with careless abandon, we take a look at the Scottish government's budget proposals for 2025/26.
Beginning with John Swinney setting out his vision for Scotland and followed by Shona Robison's presentation of the draft Scottish budget we consider how well the two speeches match up. Does the action match the aspiration?
After hearing both speeches we award marks out of 10. Do you agree with our score? Let's find out!
00:00:55 John Swinney aspirations for Scotland
00:20:15 Shona Robison draft Scottish budget 2025-26
00:47:57 Indypodc...
2024-12-2750 minScottish Independence PodcastsOwning Our Futures Q and AThe Owning Our Futures event held in Edinburgh in October was a great opportunity to see our quest for independence in the context of other nations and regions across Europe who share similar aims.
The delegates took part in three Q and A panels and brought their wisdom, experience and fresh thinking to the table.
Organised by the Scottish Independence Convention and the International Committee for European Citizens and chaired by Lesley Riddoch, this was a positive and uplifting event.
Panels and speakers :
00:01:51 Panel 1 questions
00:02:06 Begotxu Olaizola Elordi, Basque Country
00:03:53 Alessandro Cucci, Sardin...
2024-12-2048 minScottish Independence PodcastsOwning Our Futures - HighlightsThe Owning Our Futures conference was held in Edinburgh on 5th October 2024 and brought together representatives Autonomy Movements and Self Government campaigners from 14 nations and regions in Europe. Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene were there - these are our highlights!
00:02:09 Intro: Greg McCarra SIC
00:02:27 Basque: Begotxu Olaizola Elordi
00:09:05 Catalonia: Anna Arque i Solsona
00:15:10 Sicily: Anthony Graziano
00:20:04 Sardinia: Alessandro Cucci
00:26:17 Greenland: Aka Hansen
00:37:20 Flanders: Nick Peeters
00:39:41 Wales: Gwern Gwynfil
00:42:13 Ireland: Kerron O'Luain
Organised by:
The Scottish Independence Convention (SIC) www.independen...
2024-12-1351 minScottish Independence PodcastsTelling Scotland's Stories with Mairi SutherlandWe meet independent film maker Mairi Sutherland who has been making independent Scottish films for more than 20 years. Mairi has credits as Producer, Director, Screen Writer including the award winning film Red Rose, about the life and mysterious early death of Robert Burns at the age of 37.
Mairi tells us about the making of the film back in 2004 and the changes she has seen in the film industry in Scotland and Hollywood since that time.
The film is celebrating its 20th anniversary and Mairi is looking to arrange showings in cinemas, theatres and other venues to share the...
2024-12-0642 minScottish Independence PodcastsTell Us Something Positive!Audio replay of our end of November livestream where we played clips and chatted about topics including:
00:02:48 Patrick Harvie at FMQs on Trump's election
00:04:46 John Swinney's reply
00:08:45 Mary Trump on buyer's regret
00:14:43 Led By Donkeys on Elon Musk
00:22:15 Janey Godley voiceover Bearcubs
00:24:34 Edward Mountain asks about the A9 at FMQs
00:28:32 Brendan O'Hara on Winter Fuel Payment at PMQs
00:34:28 The Big Land Question Launch
00:38:07 Restoration Forth project
00:50:57 Janey Godley Tribute
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2024-11-2953 minScottish Independence Podcasts12 insights from the Scottish Currency Group conferenceThe Scottish currency Group conference took place over 2 days in Dunfermline on 21st and 22nd September 2024. We were there for both days of fascinating presentations from an impressive and internationally diverse group of experts in their various fields. In this podcast, Fiona and Marlene share 12 of the insights we gained from the discussions. We hope they will whet your interest to find out more.
Our 12 insights are:
00:00:45 1. Why we should say NO to Sterlingisation
00:04:35 2. Currency options for an independent Wales
00:06:43 3. Be predictable, but not TOO predictable
00:10:28 4. Lessons from Iceland's b...
2024-11-2256 minScottish Independence PodcastsTrump, NATO and the BombBonus episode - our latest Hot Topic episode looks at Trump's victory in the US elections.
Fiona and Marlene are joined in the studio by Bill Ramsay and Isobel Lindsay to share our immediate reactions to Trump's victory and consider the likely impact on the situation in Ukraine, for NATO and for the wider world.
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2024-11-1957 minScottish Independence PodcastsThe Road to a Scottish Currency - Dr Tim RideoutA bonus episode from the recent Scottish Currency Group conference. Dr Tim Rideout explains the process for introducing a Scottish Currency and the likely timescales for implementation.
You can find out more from his website here https://www.reservebank.scot/
The Scottish Currency Group is also active on Facebook.
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2024-11-1534 minScottish Independence PodcastsConter Conference HighlightsOne of the events marking 10 years since the Scottish Independence Referendum was a conference "2014 - 2024 Scottish Independence and the British State 10 Years On". The event was held on 14th September at Glasgow Caledonian University and was organised by the group Conter.
Part One of our coverage of that conference was an interview with Liam McLaughlan who delivered the opening speech.
This episode is the second part of our coverage of the event and includes highlights from several of the key speakers and our thoughts on their contributions as follows:
00:01:03 Laura Webster, Editor of the Nat...
2024-11-0857 minScottish Independence PodcastsA Country Not A CountyPodcast version of this month's Livestream chat with Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene and our guest Lynne. Topics covered include:
Alex Salmond's death
Council of Regions and Nations
Winter fuel payments
GB Energy
Scottish Visa proposals
and various other snippets that caught our attention this month.
You can also watch the video version on our Youtube channel here https://www.youtube.com/live/KEb6Ctxb5p8?si=Al1E9Fa1M_2TnNGd
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2024-11-0149 minScottish Independence PodcastsA Disruptive force? With Liam McLaughlanWe chat to Scottish independence campaigner Liam McLaughlan who we first came across when he stood as Scottish Socialist Party candidate for Glasgow East in the General election.
Liam is a veteran of the legendary Radical Independence Campaign in 2014 and last month he gave the opening speech at a conference organised by left wing anti establishment group Conter to mark the 10 year anniversary of the independence referendum.
We invited him into the studio to talk about the event, his experiences and his thoughts for the future campaign.
Liam also had an article published...
2024-10-2555 minScottish Independence Podcasts1820 Radical Uprising - Part 2: Trials and RetributionSecond of our two part mini series on the 1820 Radical Uprising. Part 1 covers the events leading up to the Uprising and the Radical War which followed. You can find it here https://scottishindypod.scot/scottish-history/1820-radical-uprising/ and we would recommend you listen to that episode first.
This episode covers the courtroom drama of the trials of the Radicals and their eventual fate, brought to life by our storyteller Tom Dowds. Fiona and Marlene also report from some of the key locations of the tale, including the spine tingling visit to the plaque in Stirling's Broad Street where Bair...
2024-10-1841 minScottish Independence PodcastsBuilding A Local ScotlandScotland has practically the largest units of local government in the world. An average Scottish council has 175,000 people compared to an average across the EU of 10,000. There seems to be widespread consensus that something needs to be done about the over-centralisation of Scotland, but little agreement about what that should be.
A group of individuals from a range of backgrounds - activists, academics, trade unionists and more - have set themselves the task of raising the profile of this democratic deficit and engaging the public and politicians in a discussion about how to address it.
In...
2024-10-111h 10Scottish Independence PodcastsTen Years OnIn this month's livestream Indypodcasters Marlene, Fiona and Lynne reflect on the Believe in Scotland 10th anniversary rally and other indy events, whether marches have had their day, the Labour party's disastrous first 2 months in power and how the the SNP is adjusting to life as a minority government.
With clips, chat and listeners comments, we hope this brings a flavour of events in September 2024
Watch Charlie Stuart's film Still Yes here https://youtu.be/M_5hQM_NRAg?si=atCbI7x4wlMOaHDf
Find out more about the Building A Local Scotland campaign and...
2024-10-0448 minScottish Independence PodcastsStill Yes with Charlie StuartOn the 10th anniversary of Scotland's Independence Referendum film maker Charlie Stuart has released his tribute to the grassroots campaigners who refuse to give up! We chat to Charlie about the making of the film and his thoughts on the campaign a decade after the indyref.
You can watch Charlie's film "Still Yes" here:
https://youtu.be/M_5hQM_NRAg?si=4DXHh1bAmsfIWOxM
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2024-09-2733 minScottish Independence PodcastsIndyref 10th Anniversary : Holyrood Rally SpeechesOn 18th September 2024 we marked the 10th anniversary of the historic first Scottish Independence Referendum, Indyref for short. During a passionate and exhilarating campaign, support for the Yes side grew from around 30% to over 50% before settling back at 45% on the day of the vote. In the words of Professor Sir John Curtace, the Yes side lost the vote but we won the campaign. Support for independence has hovered around the 50% mark for the last decade.
Campaign group Believe In Scotland organised events throughout Scotland to mark the occasion. The mood was reflective, but upbeat and determined. We are S...
2024-09-2449 minScottish Independence PodcastsCool Scot: A Conversation with Greg Moodie10 years on from the Independence Referendum we catch up with "artist, writer and deviant collagist" Greg Moodie. Greg's artwork and cartoons were iconic elements of the 2014 campaign and he has continued to produce political commentary in the guise of humour ever since.
Greg has a new book out this month called The Unbearable Stupidity of Being which you can get from his website at https://gregmoodie.com/shop/
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2024-09-2036 minScottish Independence PodcastsRioting Britain? Scotland says NoAfter weeks of violent outbreaks in England, the far right racist contingent tried to bring their poison to Glasgow's George Square last weekend.
Glasgow was having none of it and organised an anti racist demonstration which drew a far bigger crowd than the racists could muster.
We reflect on the event with our guests Bill Ramsay and Isobel Lindsay and consider whether Scotland's distinctive national culture is enough to protect us from these malignant influences.
The conversation ranges from our sense of our own Scottishness, our colonial past, the haunting experience of the...
2024-09-1751 minScottish Independence Podcasts1820 Radical Uprising - A Story of Forgotten Heroes ( Part 1)Part 1 of a 2 part episode this week as Fiona and Marlene go on the trail of the Radical Uprising of 1820, with the help of historian Tom Dowds.
What we found is a fascinating tale of plots, intrigue, government spies, revolution and Scottish radicals dreaming of democracy and the creation of a Scottish Government.
To be continued.....
Look out for Part 2 next month.
Tom Dowds' book "Scotland Free or a Desart" is available from good bookshops
Find out more about the 1820 Society from their FB page and twitter
The Scottish I...
2024-09-1336 minScottish Independence PodcastsScottish Currency Group ConferenceWe chat to Tim Rideout and Ian Stewart about the Scottish Currency Group Conference coming up on 21st and 22nd of September and the exciting line up of guest speakers.
Online and In Person tickets are available from Eventbrite here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-currency-group-conference-tickets-965256055847?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Hope to see you there!
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2024-09-0644 minScottish Independence PodcastsRead Our LipsIndypodcasters Fiona and Marlene mull over August's events with guest Lynne Dougan in our Livestream for August 2024.
We share some of our escapades this month - Lynne was at Elgin, Fiona got stuck in the mud, Marlene celebrated Ukraine Day.
We also cover the Winter Fuel Payment debacle - Marlene has the stats! As Rachel Reeves perfects her eye roll, we delve into electricity prices here and in Norway, and no, we STILL don't know what GB Energy really is.
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2024-09-0155 minScottish Independence PodcastsHiroshima 79th Anniversary CommemorationIt is 79 years since the nuclear and atomic bombs were dropped on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan.
Every year Scottish CND organises events to commemorate this anniversary.
Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene were invited to record the Glasgow even at the peace tree in the grounds of Kelvingrove Art Gallery. It was a moving, yet uplifting event with songs and wonderful speakers sharing their stories such as the seeds from the "survivor tree", a ginko tree in Hiroshima which sprouted again following the bombing.
We also had an interview with Jacqueline McLaren...
2024-08-2353 minScottish Independence PodcastsBattle of Falkirk CommemorationThe Battle of Falkirk took place on 22nd July 1298 and was a tragic loss for the Scots under William Wallace. His comrade Sir John de Graham, or Graeme, died in the battle and is buried at Trinity church in Falkirk.
The De Graeme Society organise an annual commemoration of the battle and the brave Scots who gave their lives defending our freedom.
This year's event, whilst a moving occasion, was also a family friendly day out with medieval market, battle re-enactments, performers, a town Crier and all sorts of other activities to engage, entertain and educate Scots in...
2024-08-1627 minScottish Independence PodcastsA Scottish Citizens' ConventionGordon MacIntyre-Kemp is our guest for the second episode in our new series of podcasts on the theme of A National Conversation for Scotland.
Gordon is head of campaigning organisation Believe in Scotland and he joined Indypodcasters Marlene and Fiona in the studio to talk about ambitious plans for a Scottish Citizens' Convention.
Topics covered include:
00:00:27 What is a Citizens' Convention?
00:06:16 Timescale and other Challenges
00:09:28 Not an Indy Trojan horse
00:13:02 Not a Citizens' Assembly
00:16:17 Who runs the Indy Movement?
00:19:45 A Broader Conversation
00:24:00 A...
2024-08-0959 minScottish Independence PodcastsLeanne Wood: A Blueprint from Wales?Part 1 of our new podcast series A National Conversation for Scotland .
Following the shockwaves from the General Election result, we decided to revisit the topic of a national conversation for Scotland, starting with a fresh look at the conversation we had with Leanne Wood about the Welsh Constitutional Commission.
In this episode we revisit that conversation and consider what ideas and opportunities can be applied in Scotland too.
Main themes:
00:04:46 A healthy debate
00:10:09 A democratic revolution
00:17:39 Silence from Westminster
00:20:24 Practising for a Constitution
00:28:10...
2024-08-0240 minScottish Independence PodcastsRobert the Bruce: A Man with a PlanThis month saw the 750th anniversary of the birth of one of Scotland's greatest heroes, Robert the Bruce.
In this episode, filmed mainly on location in Bannockburn, we draw from three different accounts of the Bruce's most famous battle and attempt to pinpoint the most likely sites of the different phases of the battle. We also examine the military and strategic genius of a man whose plans for every eventuality were so thorough they even included his own escape from Hell! We also reveal secrets hidden in the last verse of Burn's famous poem Scots Wha Hae.
2024-07-2632 minScottish Independence PodcastsTis But A Flesh WoundFollowing the election results earlier this month, indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene invited guest and friend of the podcast Lynne Dougan into our studio for a chat. Lynne was at the count of the Alloa and Grangemouth constituency and gives us some behind the scenes insights as to what goes on through the night of an election.
This episode was originally broadcast live on our YT channel and you can also watch it here
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2024-07-1936 minScottish Independence PodcastsWomen O' Independent MindIndypodcasters Fiona and Marlene were delighted to take part in a panel discussion which took place after Edinburgh Women for Independence group's AGM in June.
The format was:
00:01:09 Sam Page from Yes for EU on the topic of reasons to rejoin the EU
00:08:42 Ruth Ritchie on behalf of Believe in Scotland on the topic of grassroots activism
00:16:42 Marlene Halliday from Pensioners for Indy talking about the generation gap in independence support
00:24:30 Fiona McGregor talking about how and why we started this podcast
00:31:23 Q and A session
You can...
2024-07-1251 minScottish Independence PodcastsDissolving the Union with Graeme McCormickWhy did Graeme McCormick decide to stand in the SNP leadership contest and why did he then withdraw his candidacy to allow John Swinney to be elected unopposed?
We last chatted to Graeme McCormick in September 2023 about his proposals to dissolve the UK union and how that might come about (you can listen to that episode here https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-axz4k-14a2c72 )
Since then, Graeme has stood for the Presidency of the SNP but was beaten by Mike Russell. He brought his case to the SNP's independence strategy conference which Humza Yo...
2024-07-0532 minScottish Independence PodcastsElection Special: The Final CountdownAs we enter the last week of the General election campaign trail, Marlene and Fiona chat to Indy supporters at the Bannockburn rally - and find a mixed set of views!
We also consider what the turnout might be and whether people are sufficiently disenchanted with the election campaign that they will abstain, or spoil their ballots and what practical effect this has.
We spill the beans on the cost of that GB Energy logo!
We had a good chat with Bill Bonnar, the Scottish Socialist Party candidate standing in Rutherglen and asked...
2024-07-0248 minScottish Independence PodcastsManifesto MadnessAs the party manifestos start to appear, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene are joined by guest Marion Robertson to pick out the bits we like from the manifestos on offer.
Note that the first half of this episode was recorded before the official launches of the Scottish Greens and Alba manifestos, links to both are below.
Main themes are:
00:00:30 ISP (Independence for Scotland Party)
00:01:37 Scottish Greens
00:07:53 Alba party
00:15:37 SSP (Scottish Socialist Party)
00:20:29 Tory/Reform
00:23:26 Campaign checkpoint
00:27:38 SNP
00:35:03 Labour's response
00:48:00 Starmer...
2024-06-281h 03Scottish Independence PodcastsOver 65s: Why still not yes? With Pat KaneMusician, author and journalist Pat Kane is our guest in this episode when we discuss why over 65s are still not convinced by independence.
Pat suggests the answer might lie in our musical influences - are former hippies, punks and post punks more likely to challenge the status quo?
Themes included in our discussion are:
00:02:43 Musical influences on attitudes
00:04:47 Post-war British consensus
00:06:24 Rise of Scottish music and culture in the 80s and 90s
00:07:10 Social class component shaping attitudes
00:09:26 Sterlingisation and continuity
00:10:28 Climate crisis...
2024-06-2152 minScottish Independence PodcastsDr Philippa Whitford - Working in GazaHosted by Christians for Independence, this presentation by former MP and Consultant Surgeon Dr Philippa Whitford is a moving account of her work as a medical volunteer in Gaza from the 1990s.
Themes include:
00:01:47 The Holy Land?
00:03:49 Palestine history didn't start on 7th October
00:06:36 2 state solution slipping away
00:06:56 Gaza 1991/2 Al Ahli Hospital
00:13:10 Breast cancer care
00:19:45 Scotland-Gaza breast cancer partnership
00:23:34 Issue is political
00:29:52 Gaza now - total devastation
00:33:25 They are not numbers
00:36:38 Gaza needs - everything
00:41:09 How could an indepe...
2024-06-1452 minScottish Independence PodcastsScotland, Democracy and the FutureEdinburgh Yes Hub hosted a panel discussion on the topic of Scotland, Democracy and the Future.
The panel was chaired by Peace Campaigner Janet Fenton and speakers were:
Euan Hyslop - SNP Councillor Edinburgh Council
Alex Martin - Independent candidate for Edinburgh South
Colin Fox - Scottish socialist Party
Kenny MacAskill - Alba party.
Panellists were invited to give a 5 minute opening address, followed by two rounds of questions from the audience.
Opening addresses:
00:00:51 - Euan Hyslop
00:08:58 - Alex Martin
0...
2024-06-071h 23Scottish Independence PodcastsBits & Pieces Podcast - May 2024Welcome to another tumultuous month in Scottish politics!
Fiona and James mull over the events of May 2024 including:
00:00:57 The end of the Bute House Agreement and the fallout
00:17:50 Another new First Minister
00:31:08 We're having an election
00:49:42 Our plans for June
The Welsh Constitutional Commission podcast episode which we mention in our discussion is here https://scottishindypod.scot/all-scottish-independence-podcasts-episodes/where-next-for-the-welsh-dragon/
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2024-05-3153 minScottish Independence PodcastsGeneral Election Campaign Trail - days 1 - 3A Bonus Tuesday podcast to mark the announcement of the UK General Election on 4th July - Independence Day!
In the first half of this episode Fiona and Marlene react to the initial announcement and in the second half we take a look at the various campaign launch speeches.
We also cover various deadline dates for voter registration etc - these and more info can be found on the website www.electoralcommission.org.uk
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2024-05-2830 minScottish Independence PodcastsWhere next for the Welsh Dragon?Latest in our Mibbes Aye podcast series, we explore the Welsh Constitutional Commission with Leanne Wood who was one of the Commissioners on the 2 year project. Leanne is also a former leader of the Welsh independence party Plaid Cymru.
The Commission produced a report with 10 recommendations which can be found here https://www.gov.wales/independent-commission-on-the-constitutional-future-of-wales-final-report
Main themes:
00:00:30 Intro and welcome
00:01:34 Mark Drakeford in the Senedd
00:08:05 Background to the report
00:11:20 A national conversation
00:13:05 Informed choices
00:15:09 A democratic revolution
00:17:50 Reactions and next steps
...
2024-05-2450 minScottish Independence PodcastsFreeports and Special Economic Zones - just how dangerous are they?David Powell appeared on John Drummond's TNT show recently with a worrying take on the proliferation of Freeports and Special Economic Zones across the UK and the sinister forces which may lie behind them. This is in marked contrast to the reassuring statements being made by the Scottish Government in relation to Green Freeports. Let us know what you think about both perspectives!
David is a senior lecturer in Fine Art at the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague, and describes himself as a "reluctant" political activist. He is a prolific commentator on twitter where he is bet...
2024-05-1748 minScottish Independence PodcastsThe Fog of WarAs conflict escalates around the world, we chat to Bill Ramsay and Isobel Lindsay, both veteran Scottish CND campaigners about the increased threat of nuclear engagement, either on purpose or by accident.
Where are the peacemakers?
Is there anything that we as individuals can do?
Footage of BAE Systems protest thanks to The Skotia media.
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2024-05-1028 minScottish Independence PodcastsSpeaking up for Scotland - BiS rally speechesBelieve in Scotland hosted a very successful march and rally in Glasgow on 20th April.
This episode brings together the speeches from the rally (minus the obligatory comments about how wonderfully sunny the weather was!). Speakers list:
00:00:50 Pat Kane (musician and journalist)
00:06:11 Jane McAllister (film maker)
00:12:47 Gordon Martin (RMT trade union)
00:18:47 Ross Greer (Scottish Greens)
00:23:07 Iona Soper (activist)
00:28:57 Richie Venton (Scottish Socialist Party)
00:37:21 Marlene Halliday (Pensioners for Indy - and Indypodcaster!)
00:43:54 James Robertson (poet and author)
00:49:50 Gordon MacIntyre-Kemp (Believe in Scotland)
00:57:20...
2024-05-031h 07Scottish Independence PodcastsHot Topic: Humza ResignsShockwaves ran through Scottish politics this morning as First Minister Humza Yousaf announced his intention to resign following his decision to end the Bute House Agreement with the Scottish Greens.
Within 2 hours of the announcement Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene were joined by guests Bill Ramsay, Convenor of the SNP TU Group and Isobel Lindsay from Scottish CND to share our immediate responses to the news in this bonus Tuesday episode - we'll be back on Friday with our regular podcast episode.
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2024-04-3027 minScottish Independence PodcastsBits & Pieces Podcast: April 2024Welcome back to our roundup of topical clips for April 2024!
Indypodcasters Fiona and James present a selection of clips and musings. Main themes covered this month are:
00:01:00 BBC howler and GB news immunity
00:03:17 Believe in Scotland march and rally reflections
00:20:00 Hate crimes myths
00:24:43 Solidarity with farmers
00:26:34 Land register surprises
00:28:34 Wood burning stoves
00:34:31 Green targets and fallouts
00:45:28 Deliberative democracy - People's Panel a new hope?
Footage of the BiS march entering George Square is on our Youtube channel - see if you can spot y...
2024-04-261h 00Scottish Independence PodcastsBelieve in Scotland Glasgow march and rally - updateTNT show host John Drummond chats with Gordon MacIntyre Kemp from Believe in Scotland and Marlene Halliday from Pensioners for Independence on the eve of the first Believe in Scotland march and rally in Glasgow.
A range of fantastic speakers have been announced, including First Minister Humza Yousaf but there has also been a spat with Alba and the Scottish Greens refusal to share a platform with them, so not without its headaches for organisers Gordon and Marlene. Still, they are still positive it will be a fantastic day - Indypodcaster Marlene will be on stage while Fi...
2024-04-1952 minScottish Independence PodcastsHumza - One Year OnIndypodcasters Fiona and Marlene share their impressions of Humza's first year in the job - what went well, what could have gone better - plus clips from various interviews and speeches Humza has given along the way (see links below).
Main themes covered are:
00:00:41 First Minister - first impressions
00:02:24 Gaza - political and personal
00:05:04 First Minister's Questions
00:07:58 Childhood influences
00:10:46 Choosing a career in politics
00:13:57 Supporting Scottish Innovation
00:15:38 Scottish GDP outstripping Uk
00:17:20 A failed and failing UK economy
00:19:17 Brexit impacts and attitudes
2024-04-1254 minScottish Independence PodcastsGove's Gagging OrderA Bonus Tuesday episode!
Our latest Hot Topic is Michael Gove's extraordinary attempt to stop devolved parliament ministers, local councils, universities and other public bodies from using their fully devolved procurement powers to boycott goods and services on ethical and moral grounds in a way that would implicitly oppose UK government's foreign policy.
The bill also imposes a gagging order on ministers and public bodies by preventing them from even stating that they would have applied a boycott if not for the bill - with threats of fines being issued for non compliance!
...
2024-04-0928 minScottish Independence PodcastsPensioners on the march!Coming up on the 20th of April, Believe in Scotland and Pensioners for Independence jointly host a march and rally in Glasgow.
With 1 month to go until the big day, we chat to Believe in Scotland Chief Executive Gordon MacIntyre-Kemp about the idea of a Festival of Independence, what's going on behind the scenes, which speakers have confirmed so far and what else Believe in Scotland is planning for a summer of activism.
More information (and tickets for the afterparty) from Believe in Scotland:
also from Pensioners 4 Indy
Our video from last year's Bel...
2024-04-0534 minScottish Independence PodcastsBits & Pieces Podcast March 2024Welcome to our March 24 roundup of topical clips! Themes catching our eye this month include:
00:01:04 Leo Varadkar resigns after Irish government referendum "drubbing"
00:08:31 Mark Drakeford resigns and Vaughan Gething becomes the new First Minister of Wales
00:12:17 Constitutional Commissions and Conventions
00:28:41 Believe in Scotland ramps up for a summer of activism
00:32:37 Holyrood Muirburn, Hate Crimes and the Presiding Officer gets tough
00:50:00 Controversial new parties and candidates
00:55:45 Westminster - Baroness Jenny Jones sums the UK up perfectly.
"Contains information licensed under the Scottish Parliament Copyright Licence".
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2024-03-291h 01Scottish Independence PodcastsUnlocking Scotland's Energy PowerhouseWith special guest Dr Craig Dalzell, Policy Director of Commonweal, this week's podcast episode looks at the barriers and possible solutions to setting up a publicly owned energy company for Scotland. Key themes covered in our discussion are:
00:02:19 Q1: How has Wales managed to set up an energy company?
00:05:46 Q2: Could Wales set up a public company for Scotland?
00:07:04 Q3: Do we have other options?
00:09:34 Q4: So what energy company CAN Scotland set up?
00:16:31 Q5: Who makes money out of Scotland's resources?
00:18:02 Q6: Is the EU's new zero strategy an opportunity for us?
00:20...
2024-03-2252 minScottish Independence PodcastsBeyond BrexitOn the fourth anniversary of Scotland being ripped out of the EU against our will, campaign group Europe for Scotland hosted a discussion panel to reflect on where we are now and the enduring bonds between Scotland and Europe.
Find out more about Europe for Scotland at www.europeforscotland.com including the petition to have Scotland's voice heard during the EU elections this year.
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2024-03-1550 minScottish Independence PodcastsNothing to lose but our chains - with Colin Fox SSPColin Fox, Leader of the Scottish Socialist Party, was one of three guests on an earlier show where we looked at non-SNP party responses to the SNP's election strategy.
We had a fascinating conversation with Colin which covered much more than we needed for the original show, so here is the extended version of that conversation.
Topics covered include:
00:01:26 Thoughts on the SNP's independence strategy?
00:03:39 Who will indy voters vote for if not SNP?
00:04:50 Why would Scots ever vote for Starmer?
00:08:54 Issues on the doorstep?
00:11:24 The "why" of in...
2024-03-0851 minScottish Independence PodcastsStephen Flynn and Mike Small on the TNT ShowTNT Show host John Drummond chats to guests SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn and Bella Caledonia editor Mike Small. Topics include:
00:00:36 Welcome to Stephen Flynn
00:01:46 Are Scots Sovereign?
00:07:06 What's happening about setting up a constitutional convention?
00:11:30 Are SNP MPs legitimising Westminster?
00:19:20 Is the SNP assertive enough in its approach to Westminster?
00:22:44 Welcome to Mike Small
00:23:40 What are the big issues today?
00:27:00 Are the SNP too reactive?
00:31:10 Is it enough to "get the Tories out"?
00:39:38 What is the strategy for independence?
00...
2024-03-0156 minScottish Independence PodcastsBits & Pieces Podcast : Feb 2024Welcome to our roundup of clips and snippets that have caught our attention this month - enjoy!
Key themes
00:00:40 Covid enquiry or witch hunt?
00:04:37 #ceasefireNOW
00:09:31 A step closer to a united Ireland?
00:17:52 Yes for EU association agreement workshop
00:24:00 Westminster Tories blooper reel
00:35:58 Welcoming our new ministers
00:44:41 Budget home truths
00:49:50 Indypodcasters day oot
00:53:49 Westminster questions
00:58:44 Who is better for the economy?
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2024-02-231h 01Scottish Independence PodcastsScotland in the EUCampaign group Yes For EU held a very successful workshop in Edinburgh to consider various themes about Scotland's future in the EU, including Association Agreements for candidate countries, the alternative option of EFTA. We also discussed areas where Scotland is at risk of diverging from the EU and where we will need to realign or create new arrangements such as borders, currency options, EU energy policy and the farm payment scheme.
If you would like to take part in the discussion topics, you are welcome to do so. You can also feed any thoughts, comments or questions to...
2024-02-161h 04Scottish Independence PodcastsJohn Maclean's Legacy 100 Years OnHenry Bell, author of the biography "John Maclean - Hero of Red Clydeside", examines some of the life, times and core principles that John Maclean represented. He asks if these still relate to the world today - a century after Maclean's tragic and untimely death.
Hosted by the Scottish Socialist Party, this is the 3rd Annual Jim McVicar Memorial Lecture .
Key chapters:
00:00:44 Welcome and opening remarks by Richie Venton
00:12:03 Lecture delivered by Henry Bell
01:07:27 Closing remarks by Richie Venton
Scottish Independence Podcasts are grateful to the Scottish Socialist Party for allow...
2024-02-021h 14Scottish Independence PodcastsIn a Nutshell 2: SNP members reflect on the Indy strategy debateFor the second in our mini series on the way forward for independence, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene invite three SNP members who were at the Autumn conference to share their thoughts on the independence strategy debate.
Our guests are Liz Lowrey, Almond and Earn SNP Branch Secretary, Simon Barrow, National Secretary of the SNP Trade Union Group, and Jacqui Jensen, Perth SNP member and Yes Hub activist.
Topics covered:
00:01:26 First Reactions - Liz
00:07:59 First Reactions - Simon
00:11:54 First Reactions - Jacqui
00:14:27 Constitutional Convention - Intro
00:15:09 C...
2023-11-1056 minScottish Independence PodcastsIn A Nutshell ...the SNP Independence Strategy DebateScottish Independence Podcasts support Scottish Independence but we are not party political. The route to independence concerns everyone in the Yes movement and there is by no means consensus on the path that will lead to success. We will be dropping in on the various party conferences to see how they propose to get us there, starting with the 2023 SNP conference where the independence strategy was a key - and lengthy - debate.
People new to party conference procedures might be understandably confused about the difference between resolutions, proposers and seconders, remits back, direct negatives ...
In...
2023-11-031h 07Scottish Independence PodcastsFirst Minister Humza Yousaf’s speech from SNP Conference Oct 2023First Minister Humza Yousaf's keynote speech at his first SNP conference was delivered while his own family members remain trapped in Gaza by the conflict between Palestine and Israel. Against this emotional background his job is to enthuse and inspire not just his own party members, but the wider Yes movement. Did he achieve that? Listen for yourselves and we'll let you decide.
Scottish Independence Podcasts is not party political, but we do occasionally share keynote speeches from a range of party conferences. On this occasion, with a shameful virtual media blackout evident from main stream media, we tho...
2023-10-1839 minScottish Independence PodcastsDiscovering our history - Loudoun HillMany Scots of a certain age complain of how little of our own history we were taught in school.
In this episode we discover the Battle of Loudoun Hill, which took place in 1307 and was decisively won by Robert the Bruce. What is particularly interesting about this battle is Bruce's use of the landscape as part of his battle strategy, a tactic which also proved decisive in the later Battle of Bannockburn. Was Loudoun Hill a practice run? And how come William Wallace's name appears on the map of the battleground when he had been killed two years...
2023-07-1431 minScottish Independence PodcastsGuest Podcast of the Week: Ethyl Smith, books 3 and 4The second of James E's interviews with author Ethyl Smith, this time talking about books 3 and 4 of her series set in the time of the Covenanters, entitled Broken Times and Desperate Times.
Ethyl's books are available from Thunderpoint Bookshop, plus all the usual booksellers. Her facebook page is @changedtimesscottishhistoricalfiction and you can contact Ethyl at Ethylmarion@gmail.com or by twitter @ethylsmith
If you missed our first interview covering books 1 and 2, you can hear it again here: https://yescowal.podbean.com/e/guest-podcast-of-the-week-james-e-interviews-scots-author-ethyl-smith/
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