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Kairo, whose real name is Kieran Tulloch, is a professional esports caster from Scotland specializing in Valorant, Rainbow Six Siege, and Roller Champions. He has provided commentary for major events such as VCT Pacific and VCT EMEA, with experience in LAN, studio, home, and international broadcasts. Starting his journey in 2020, Kairo has built a dedicated following through his Twitch streams and as one half of The Scoreboard podcast alongside Hazza. With over five years in the industry, he continues to engage the community with his unique "Clove Accent" style, inspired by the Valorant agent, while pursuing new opportunities in esports broadcasting.

Mark Bryceland, aka MarkyB, is a Scottish esports veteran with over 15 years in competitive Call of Duty. Starting as a player in 2008, he dominated the European scene, clinching seven championships before transitioning to coaching. He’s led top CDL teams like Toronto Ultra to major tournament wins and rebuilt rosters for Los Angeles Guerrillas. Nominated for an Esports Award, Mark, now based in Dallas, blends his strategic coaching with his passion for fitness as a qualified personal trainer, while engaging fans through streaming and community events.

Dr. Amanda Ford is a lecturer in Creative & Digital Industries at West College Scotland, specialising in games-based learning. With a PhD from the University of the West of Scotland, her research explores how games enhance student skills. As founder of the Scottish Games Education Network (SGEN), she drives collaboration through events like the Scottish Games Education Symposium. A Women in Games Jobs Ambassador and STEM Ambassador, Amanda champions diversity and mentors aspiring game developers. Honoured with the 2022 Grads in Games Academic Award, she balances her academic work with her love for gaming and community building.

Amy Russell is the Mass Participation Fundraiser at Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity, where she inspires communities to take on epic challenges—online and offline—to raise vital funds for children and families facing life-changing hospital stays. Passionate about ensuring no child faces hospital alone, she turns gaming marathons, streaming events, and community fundraisers into powerful acts of hope and connection.

Altany is a life-long resident of Glenrothes and is an elected Councillor for the Glenrothes West and Kinglassie Ward.
Elected in 2012 Altany has served in a number of roles and represented Fife Council on a variety of external bodies and boards, currently serving on Scotland Excel Executive Board, COSLA Economy Board, East of Scotland European Consortium and as Scottish Regional Chair of the Industrial Communities Alliance, Altany brings a wide range of knowledge and experience to these roles.
Altany is the Spokesperson for Finance, Economy and Strategic Planning in the current Administration of the Council with a wide ranging remit.
Having spent much of his work life in Industry and latterly lecturing at Adam Smith College, Altany has a variety of workplace experiences to call upon and supports this with many qualifications gained through frequent returns as an adult learner.
A love of numbers led him to Accounting (ACCA) and then Economics (OU) after a degree in Management and he uses these skills regularly as a Senior Member of the Fife Council Administration.
Married with a grown-up family and no pets, Altany enjoys writing horror fiction, football and esports among many other interests.

Gavin Baxter is a university lecturer at the University of the West of Scotland with a lifelong passion for gaming. In recent years, Gavin has developed a keen academic and professional interest in the world of esports. Currently authoring a research paper on the evolving landscape of esports, he joins us in this episode to share key insights and findings from his work. Whether you're a fan of competitive gaming or interested in the academic perspective behind the industry, this episode offers a look at esports through Gavin’s lens.

With a dynamic background in streaming, acting, and content production, Lindsay Pattison, known as Toastie, has been a pivotal figure in the Twitch community since 2018. As the founder of Twitch Glasgow, they’ve created a thriving local streaming scene. Leveraging extensive experience in acting and voice acting, Lindsay infuses their streams with a distinctive storytelling flair and authentic audience connection, even shining through unique live cooking streams! If you would like to know more about Lindsay then this episode is for you!

Euan Jardine is a multi-talented entertainer, councillor, rapper, and former competitive athlete based in Galashiels, Scotland. With over a decade of experience in stage and short film acting, he has cultivated a unique voice that blends performance, public service, and creative expression across multiple platforms.

A serving councillor with the Scottish Borders Council since 2017 and Council Leader since 2022, he brings the same passion and presence to public service as he does to the stage. After retiring from athletics, he launched a YouTube channel that has grown to over 1,500 subscribers in under nine months, offering a mix of comedy sketches, interviews, and social commentary.

In addition to his work in politics and entertainment, he is an independent hip-hop artist, having released his own original rap single that reflects his perspective, experiences, and artistic identity. He views esports as a transformative cultural force—one that empowers young people, creates inclusive communities, and provides real pathways to education, career, and confidence. His belief in the power of storytelling, whether through lyrics, leadership, or gameplay, is central to his creative and civic mission.

Euan has been one of the most interesting guests we have had on the show, this is one not to miss!

Lucas Blakeley is a professional sim racer and motorsport talent, best known for winning the 2022 F1 Esports World Championship. Born in Irvine, Scotland, Lucas's journey into racing began at the age of seven, when he first experienced the thrill of go-karting—an encounter that ignited a lifelong passion for motorsport. From 2010 to 2015, Lucas competed in both club and national-level karting competitions across the UK, developing his racecraft and nurturing aspirations of a professional driving career. His transition into the virtual racing world allowed him to channel this ambition into sim racing, where his precision, discipline, and competitive spirit earned him a place at the highest levels of the F1 Esports Series. At just 23,

Lucas has become a prominent figure in the sim racing community, known not only for his championship title but also for his commitment to bridging the gap between esports and real-world motorsport. Outside of racing, Lucas remains closely involved with the motorsport industry and continues to inspire the next generation of drivers through both virtual and grassroots racing initiatives.