Blethered

We talk about Tam’s early days in media, including his then hugely popular BBC Scotland TV show ‘Offside’ which ran for 9 years and 134 episodes...

We discuss Off The Ball, the show he’s presented alongside Stuart Cosgrove for 27 years on BBC Radio Scotland, 

And Tam puts me straight about the difference between a food critic and a restaurant reviewer, detailing his experience as the latter.

And as always, there’s plenty more. 

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Amy and her business partner Kirsten Cameron co-own Aquarius Creative, a talent agency that specialises in social media management.

We talk about the formation of Aquarius and how it was built from an idea formed on a stationary plane on an airport runway…

We dissect some of the misconceptions around the evolutionary and relatively new concept of influencer marketing and its rise to sociocultural prominence...

And Amy charts her learning process throughout her career, from impressing Michelle More with her creative ingenuity as a 17 year old, to employing eight people only two years after the company’s incorporation.

And as always, there’s plenty more.

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We discuss the reality of poverty in Scotland - it’s not 1920’s back-court slums, it’s choosing between heating or eating. 

Neil explains Jags For Good, an independent Partick Thistle fans’ group that assists those in the local community and further afield...

And we talk about Neil being a celebrity in China, and also the worst English teacher they’ve ever had.

Plus

Mr Bean stealing comedian James Acaster’s girlfriend…

And whether footballers deserve the money that they earn. (Spoiler: They do).

And as always, plenty more.

JagsForGood on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JagsForGood

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We read out some embarrassing stories sent in by listeners, before chatting about how Mark ended up writing and creating comedy with his brother Paul, with shows like Pity Party on BBC Scotland, live performances and their numerous viral videos.

We also talk languages, stand up comedy and who we find funny!

And as always, there’s plenty more.

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First Released August 2020

Aimen Dean was a member of Al Qaeda before he defected to join MI6, where he continued to operate within Al Qaeda as an undercover spy.

In this episode, we discuss Shamima Begum and her appeal to be able to return to the UK, I ask Aimen if he thinks deradicalisation programs work, and I ask him some listeners questions.

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Ross’ mum Angie has Alzheimer’s, a condition that affects memory, thinking and behaviour.

We talk about Alzheimer’s and how Ross and his family have had to adjust to care for Angie…

We discuss the importance of humour, and how it helps with even the darkest of situations and landscapes…

And I find out about Ross’ charity fundraising. He’s raised upwards of £60,000 and counting, climbing mountains and crossing the country in the process.

And as always, plenty more.

Ross' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rossmcnamee/

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Recorded in London in 2019, Toby tells me about his unconventional route into one of Britain’s biggest radio stations and what it’s like to work there… 

We compare notes on our best wind-ups and practical jokes...

And we talk about navigating the minefield of social media.

And as always, plenty more.

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Jake was on Blethered in June 2020, and told me all about making documentaries in North Korea, getting up close and personal with ISIS executioners, and spending time with the far-right English Defence League.

This time, we talk about Jake’s podcast company Message Heard and their new projects, including the phenomenal ‘Finding Natasha’...

We reflect on the success of Message Heard’s ‘Conflicted’ podcast, hosted by Thomas Small and former Blethered guest Aimen Dean…

We have a laugh about the weird people who want to get the green M&M pregnant...

And as always, plenty more.

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We’re talking about grief. How do you deal with it? Can you deal with it? Does it ever get easier?

Chelsey sadly lost her mum in February 2020, and we talk about her journey up until now, and she shares her personal experience. It’s a different experience for everyone but there are also some shared realities. 

Whether you’re going through a similar situation, or someone close to you is, this might provide some comfort, support or insight into something that’s rarely spoken about or discussed.

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I'm joined by Scottish singer-songwriter David Sneddon!

We talk about winning Fame Academy and being catapulted to overnight fame throughout the UK, and going on to support Elton John on tour…

The downsides of fame and why he very quickly turned his back on the concept of celebrity, 

And you’ll hear David reflect on his prolific songwriting career so far, writing hits for Lewis Capaldi, Hurts, Lana Del Rey, The Courteeners, Rag n Bone Man, Nicole Sherzinger, Olly Murs, and the list goes on and on and on…

And as always, there’s plenty more.

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