Hollow + Substantial

From deepest Lockdown, Fiona and Fiona have both found a newfound interest in gardening, and this has sparked today's discussion. Hollow has been ordering some handwritten poetry to see her through the pandemic, and Substantial has spotted a friend's artwork in a BBC drama. Meanwhile, there's discussion about growth in every regard, a kernel about the green-eyed monster and wisdom about writing letters and just giving things a go. Plus, there's news of Hollow+Substantial's move into mainstream media on Sunday 19th April. Tune in to BBC Radio Scotland at 10am for more!

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Like the rest of the world, the Fionas are spending a lot of time on Zoom. Their eyes have been caught by something light and something dark as the conversation ranges from Gogglebox to Coronavirus Newscast and Being Mortal. Talk then turns to Peace - inward and outward - before Hollow has a Creative Kernel about knowing yourself. Finally, there’s some wisdom on messing about on your bike and on what to do with your money at the moment.

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With one Fiona is isolation and the other socially distanced, there’s a bit of catching up to be done before we get to the main topic. There are a couple of recommendations of something to read and something to watch, then discussion turns to the topic of Freedom. How can we exercise our freedoms within the limitations of this season? And is limitation an aid to true freedom? There’s a kernel on how to establish routine in isolation, and some wisdom on wearing shoes, putting on make-up and making lists of what you like.

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In this episode, Fiona and Fiona discuss what it means for them to be Scottish. With some great accent attempts, and a dose of healthy self-regard, the pair discuss the good, the bad and the beautiful about the nation they both call home. Plus, Hollow has been listening to some poetry and Substantial has been to see Parasite. There’s a kernel about practising what you start, and there’s wisdom about taking up something new and making friends with animals. 
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We are living in strange times, and this week the Fionas have recorded in isolation. After an update on what the next few weeks will look like in H+S land, there’s a couple of suggestions of fun things to watch if you’re stuck indoors and a conversation about how we can make community happen, especially in these days of self-isolation and social distancing. As usual, there’s a creative kernel with some tips about how to stay connected and well, plus a couple of pieces of wisdom. Stick with us and we’ll be here for you!
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In this episode the Fionas are talking Lent. Hollow has been watching Love is Blind, Substantial is glued to Last Tango in Halifax and there’s a kernel about how to prepare for the unexpected. Meanwhile, there’s wisdom on the danger of stockpiling and advice to keep on running. 

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There’s chat about music and unexpected book recommendations, then it all turns soporific as the Fionas consider what it means to get a good night’s sleep. Do your sleep needs change with age? What are some tips to help you nod off? And does a nap do any good? Plus there’s a kernel about looking up, and some wisdom about screen use and owning your relationship status.

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While Substantial has been rearranging the apps on her phone, Hollow has been reading about Michelle Obama. To cheer everyone up on a driech Glasgow day, talk turns to holidays - where do you go, what do you do, who do you do it with is up for discussion. There’s a kernel of creative wisdom about being nice and punctual, and some wisdom for the week involving crazy dancing and making the most of traffic delays.

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Substantial is reading some dystopian fiction to gain a bit of insight into the present day and Hollow has become a fully paid up New Yorker subscriber. The focus of this week’s episode is what happens when stuff happens and life takes an unexpected turn. How do we roll with life’s punches, how do we help others facing hard stuff and what does an older generation have to teach their younger friends. There’s a kernel about when to stop doing too much, Substantial’s going sugar-free and Hollow has been learning how to look after her houseplants. 

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In this week’s episode there is a lot of Laura chat and Hollow has been to a teen-friendly gig. Meanwhile, Substantial has been studying Taylor Swift. Conversation then turns to ageing, with discussion about grey hair, gardening, learning from your mistakes and enjoying the benefits of middle age. There’s a creative kernel about work styles, and some wisdom about saying yes to curiosity and an intention to learn the language of the cryptic crossword.

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