This week I Was Gonnae podcast guest is John MacKay

John tells us how he enjoyed school and has ‘very happy memories’ and relates his career within journalism to his English teacher. At school she recognised ‘my enjoyment in writing and suggested have you ever thought about journalism as a career' 'and have you ever thought about writing a book’ both of which I have achieved and I ‘lay credit to her for putting me on that path’. ‘The importance of a teacher raising your horizons’ ‘is crucial’ to develop confidence and for inspiration.

John tells us about his career within journalism and working at both the BBC and STV where he is now the anchor on STV News at Six.

John’s advice for the next generation is always ‘treat others the way you would expect to be treated yourself’.

Listen to more of John’s career and life stories on the I Was Gonnae podcast.