Calum, Andy and Geoff analyse the first TV debate between Kate Forbes, Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan broadcast on STV. The candidates got quite personal - is this them trying to carve out differences in public in a really obvious way? Geoff and Andy discuss whether this tactic will continue for the remainder of the campaign. How far did the candidates manage to appeal to SNP members to be their leader, and the wider public to be First Minister? We also got a bit of insight into more of their policy plans with child poverty, the NHS and the National Care Service all featuring. Plus, Geoff and Andy share their experiences of preparing politicians for debates including Geoff's memories of a "head in my hands" moment during the Independence Referendum campaign. Andy considers why most of his debate success came when he was playing the role of the opposing side to Scottish Conservative leaders.

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Calum Macdonald, Andy Maciver and Geoff Aberdein look at the Windsor Framework that's been agreed by Rishi Sunak to solve Northern Ireland's place post-Brexit and ask: does this provide a route map to independence for Scotland, and for the SNP leadership candidates to campaign on? Plus, as teachers go on strike again and NHS waiting lists increase, we assess what's in the new First Minister's in-tray. And, how much power do the Green party have right now, and will they - and should they - still have any power when the new First Minister takes office? Thanks for your emails - let us know if you agree or disagree or want to share a story or ask a question. The email address is [email protected].

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On our first episode, the three candidates who will be the next SNP leader and First Minister of Scotland are confirmed: Kate Forbes, Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan. Join hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (Chief of Staff to the First Minister, 2007-2014) and Andy Maciver (Former Head of Communications for the Scottish Conservatives) to discuss the first week of campaigning which has been bruising for some, and difficult for all. Geoff and Andy compare this leadership contest with previous elections and campaigns that they've worked on. Geoff suggests that, if the SNP aren't careful, Labour will be able to campaign against the SNP on the grounds of being out of touch and not standing up for the concerns of people around Scotland. Andy describes the difficulties of the first week as the SNP "arguing in front of the children for the first time." Email us with your thoughts: [email protected]

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Holyrood Sources hears from those who have lived and breathed governing and opposition in the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood. As the SNP prepares to choose its new leader, and Scotland gets a new First Minister, what will they do? How will they govern? What does life after Nicola Sturgeon look like? What does it mean for the Yes campaign for independence? Join hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein and Andy Maciver and guests as a new era in Scottish politics begins.

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