Scottish Independence Podcasts

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Scottish Independence Podcasts episodes

June 13, 2025 Grangemouth - Asset Stripping Scotland
In this powerful episode, recorded live at a Yes Glasgow NW event, guest speaker Scott Donohoe from Glasgow Trade Union council delivers a passionate and informative talk on the planned closure of the Grangemouth oil refinery — a decision that threatens thousands of jobs, livelihoods, and the stability of the local community.
Scott outlines a detailed historical timeline of events, highlighting the ongoing struggles of the workforce and exposing Labour's broken promises to protect vital Scottish industry. The session includes a raw, emotional audience discussion capturing the real anger, betrayal, and concerns from the people most affected.
Key chapters:
00:02:02 Michelle Thomson MSP responds to the closure
00:03:23 John Swinney's address to STUC
00:06:06 Brian Leishman MP lashes out at Ed Milliband
00:07:41 Yes Glasgow NW introduces Scott Donohoe
00:08:38 Presentation on Grangemouth's historical timeline
00:23:50 General audience discussion and Q + A
#grangemouth #justtransition #ineos
Listen to our earlier podcast about Grangemouth here ; https://youtu.be/_LR03vyoS4M
Watch the original episode on independence live here https://www.youtube.com/live/OtoQ2COpuUI?si=-wyx49aQ-rw_F3LN
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod
55 min
June 06, 2025 Pat Kane in Conversation
Pat Kane is in conversation with John Drummond on the TNT Show in this week's podcast episode. This is a fascinating and wide ranging conversation covering topics as diverse as the leadership required to respond to climate related migration, the factors which could be better harnessed to promote Scottish independence and the possible post American future world order!
You can also watch the video version of this conversation here https://www.youtube.com/live/Ea5MDIilkYM?si=rm5QIz-zJj7Ayxw2
#patkane #tntshow #scottishpolitics
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

56 min
June 03, 2025 Scottish Climate Camp Confronts the Far Right
A guest episode from Iain Bruce's climate justice show Rising Clyde, this week focussing on the links between the fossil fuel giants and the far right and how they are exploiting the climate crisis for profit and power.
Iain's guests are activists Ash and Quan and he begins the episode with footage from a protest outside Glasgow based company Seapeak Maritime.
You can watch the video version of this show here https://www.youtube.com/live/hTajcsDj9ik
#climatejustice #climatecamp #risingclyde
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

31 min
May 30, 2025 Devil in the Detail - ScotGov Plans for 2025-26
With only 1 year left of the Scottish Government's current term First Minister John Swinney set out his Programme for Government for 2026-26.
Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene listened to the main speeches and then went digging into the detail - and we found quite a lot that caught our eye. Our verdict? Mainly highlights but also the occasional lowlight. As the old saying goes- the devil is in the detail.
We've included chapter headings so if you have already watched John Swinney and Kate Forbes speeches from 6th May you can skip forward to our assessment. Do you agree? Let us know in the comments.
Chapters:
00:02:15 John Swinney speech 6th May 2025
00:25:35 Kate Forbes speech 6th May 2025
00:37:11 Digging into the detail

You can find the full Programme for Government here:
https://www.gov.scot/publications/programme-government-2025-26/
#scottishpolitics #programmeforgovernment #holyrood
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod
52 min
May 23, 2025 A Scottish Spring
Building a Democracy for the 21st Century
On 26th April the Electoral Reform Society held a conference in Edinburgh called A Scottish Spring with a range of excellent speakers covering topics such as the rise of polarisation in democracy, Scottish public opinion, Civic and local democracy in Scotland , engagement and debate.
Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene were there and very much enjoyed the discussions and presentations. It was a full day event so we weren't able to film every session in its entirety but these are some of our particular highlights of the day:
00:03:00 Willie Sullivan, ERS Senior Director in conversation with Professor Nicola McEwen, Director of the Centre for Public Policy
00:15:16 Marlene's question
00:16:40 Mark Diffley provides an overview of Scottish public opinion including exclusive polling commissioned for the conference
00:31:00 Esther Roberton, former Co-ordinator of the Scottish Constitutional Convention on the aspirations for the Scottish Parliament and how well it has lived up to those
00:40:17 Pauline Smith, Chief Executive, Development Trusts Association Scotland on local democracy
00:45:00 Mark Drakeford, former First Minister of Wales on alternative forms of democracy for the Uk
#democracy #scottishpolitics #electoralreform
Find our previous episode on building a local democracy in Scotland here https://yescowal.podbean.com/e/building-a-local-scotland/

find out more about the Electoral Reform Society here
https://electoral-reform.org.uk/ers-scotland/
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

1 hr
May 16, 2025 EU Keeping the Light On for Scotland
Scotland in Europe: Our journey to the European Parliament!
In this special episode of our podcast, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene share our exciting journey to Brussels where they joined a delegation organised by campaign groups Yes for EU and Europe for Scotland.
Our mission? To promote Scotland's place in Europe and meet with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs ) in support of an independent Scotland rejoining the EU.
From behind the scenes moments to exclusive MEP interviews, this episdoe captures the warm welcome and strong support we received in the heart of the EU. Our trip was not only inspiring for all the delegates but also formed part of the Europe Day celebrations on May 9th with footage featured in an event held in Edinburgh and also livestreamed.
Key chapters:
00:00:21 Arriving in Brussels
00:02:53 Elise Tallaron, Heather Anderson, Alyn Smith and Marlene Halliday share their hopes for the visit
00:06:27 Emotional arrival at the European Parliament
00:11:48 Inside the Parliament
00:13:40 A message from Thomas Waitz MEP
00:18:15 Fiona and Marlene go exploring
00:20:47 Elise introduces her team
00:21:33 A message from Vicent Marza Ibanez MEP
00:23:46 A glimpse of the debating chamber
00:24:38 A message from Olga Perez Vitoria, EFA Advisor
00:28:55 A chat with Hana from Coppieters Foundation
00:32:30 A message to our young people from Rina Hajdari and Charlotte Bechert
00:37:57 A message from Valentina Servera Clavell, EFA Campaigns
00:41:27 End of the day reflections from Heather Anderson and Alyn Smith
00:44:53 A message from Terry Reintke, MEP
00:46:19 Europe Day event excerpt from Q and A session
Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/4L8rWoGFeJc?si=zpYPE61Kv-nDrbtC
Watch the Europe Day event here: https://www.youtube.com/live/QoCJN_b5RDA?si=aiwUlBAelhQhAVCw
#scotlandineurope #grassroots #scottishpolitics
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod
55 min
May 09, 2025 Elbows Up, Scotland
English Council Elections Fallout: What can Scotland learn?
In this episode, Fiona and Marlene are joined by regular guests Bill Ramsay and Isobel Lindsay to discuss the recent English local council election results and the growing momentum behind far right organisation Reform Uk. What do these political shifts mean for Scottish politics? could they signal change - or opportunity - north of the border?
We explore the dangers of politicians clinging to the centre ground, how to re-energise a disillusioned electorate and whether the Scottish government should adopt a more radical, even rebellious, stance.
Key themes:
00:01:49 Lessons from the English election results
00:06:30 Broken Britain
00:16:55 The independence lifeboat
00:23:49 Indy parties vs the indy movement
00:25:02 Housing crisis or opportunity?
00:28:40 Turnout is key
00:33:53 Can the SNP be the anti-Trump?
00:38:40 Time to get radical again?
00:44:16 Tactics to counter Reform UK
#scottishpolitics #ReformUk #politicalstrategy
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

57 min
May 02, 2025 April Round Up
Join Fiona, Marlene and Lynne as they look back at everything April threw their way - from local activism to international campaigning.
In this NOT-a-livestream episode, the trio break down their month, share behind the scenes stories and react to standout moments from Holyrood and Westminster.
Subscribe for sharp chat, smart laughs and solid political insight - even when it's pre-recorded!
Key themes included are:
00:00:19 Believe in Scotland's litter picking campaign
00:02:27 Yes4EU's Brussels delegation
00:07:00 Electoral Reform Society's Scottish Spring conference
00:12:14 Scottish election study polling
00:20:14 Dave Doogan takes on Starmer
00:21:53 Stephen Flynn on Grangemouth v Scunthorpe
00:24:41 Sarah Sultana calls out Rachel Reeves
00:25:50 Downie at the bottom of the barrel
00:27:41 Holyrood petitions committee considers the ICCPR
00:34:57 Angus Robertson unconvincing on independence
00:38:26 Tories digging for dirt get put back in their box
00:46:20 Democratic senator Jon Ossoff in the lion's den
00:49:49 Poundshop Trump gets the Led by Donkeys treatment
00:53:08 More dates for your diary in May
Get tickets for Yes4EU's Europe Day Event here (in person and online options) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scotland-in-the-eu-good-for-scotland-good-for-europe-tickets-1279560011439
Find our podcast about the ICCPR here https://scottishindypod.scot/all-scottish-independence-podcasts-episodes/iccpr-claiming-our-rights/
Find out more about the Scottish Election Study here https://scottishelections.ac.uk/
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod
Industrial Cinematic by Kevin MacLeod

55 min
April 25, 2025 Holyrood 2026: What do we want?
Holyrood 2026: What Makes a Great Manifesto?
In this episode, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene take you to Govan, where the Scottish Independence Convention held a lively and inspiring event on 5th April 2025 to kick-start conversations around the Holyrood 2026 elections. The big question: What do we want to see in party manifestos?
We feature insights from three standout speakers, each bringing bold, fresh ideas and proposing three key topics they believe should be included in their 2026 manifestos of any party seeking their vote.
Plus, Fiona and Marlene reveal their own top 3 manifesto wish lists, rounding off the episode with some thought-provoking discussion and a few surprises.
Key chapters:
00:01:57 Simon Barrow - what makes a great manifesto
00:12:57 Selma Rahman - what women tell us
00:29:53 Ian Black - mission orientated market making
00:47:12 Marlene and Fiona's manifesto wish lists
Whether you're passionate about Scottish independence, curious about policy priorities, or just love a good political debate, this episode is packed with ideas to get you thinking ahead of Holyrood 2026.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share if you're ready to shape Scotland’s future.
We're grateful to our friend and indy media colleague Lewis Cedar of https://SPVR.org for sharing the audio from this event with us.
#Holyrood2026 #ScottishPolitics #ManifestoMatters #ScotlandFuture #ScottishIndependence #GovanEvent #PoliticalPodcast #SIC
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Music:
Inspired by Kevin MacLeod
1 hr 3 min
April 23, 2025 Standout speech: Wealth, Inequality and Land Reform
Laurie MacFarlane from Future Economy Scotland gave, in our opinion, the standout speech at the recent Independence Forum for Scotland conference held in Edinburgh on 1st March 2025.
Land Reform is one of those key topics where the public mood seems to be for further, faster reform than our politicians seem able to keep up with but the stakes are high and the potential benefits to Scotland are immense.
Find out more from https://futureeconomy.scot
#landreform #socialjustice #scotland

The Scottish Independence Podcasts team produce a NEW podcast episode every Friday search for Scottish Independence Podcasts wherever you get your podcasts. Remember to like and subscribe! Contact Us: [email protected]
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Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod
22 min