Air Date: November 7th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Budget Breakdown: Is this really a budget for growth, or just another tax on business?

Minimum Wage Impact: One company faces an extra £600k a year—what does that mean for pricing and jobs?

Business Rates & Hospitality: Why Scotland’s hospitality sector is sounding the alarm.

Inheritance Tax Shake-Up: Family businesses brace for April changes.

Glasgow’s Missed Opportunity: £7.3 billion in lost GDP—could a mayoral system fix it?

AI & Big Tech: Jeff Bezos predicts AI will outpace the internet—are UK pension funds pulling out too soon?

Financial Powerhouses: The hidden influence of BlackRock, Vanguard & State Street—why Martin Wolf calls it “scary.”

Housing Crisis Solutions: From planning bottlenecks to developer challenges—can Scotland turn the tide?

Good News Highlights:

£160M Chinatown redevelopment in Glasgow

Barclays sponsors Hampden Park

£2.4M offshore wind funding for Scottish firms

BAE Systems to hire 144 apprentices in Glasgow

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Air Date: November 30th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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This week’s episode is packed with energy, optimism, and hard-hitting business insights. Fresh off Scotland’s historic qualification for the World Cup, Tom and Willie kick off with celebrations and what this means for national morale and business confidence.

From there, they dive into the Rachel Reeves Budget—is it really a budget for growth or just tax and spend? 

Impact on Scottish businesses – minimum wage hikes, tax changes, and succession challenges for family firms.

Housing emergency – why planning delays and regulation are strangling growth, and their bold call for an “Action Group” to fix it.

Energy crisis – why Scotland’s industrial future is at risk and what needs to change.

North Sea oil & windfall tax – the unintended consequences of policy decisions.

Family businesses: 84% of Scottish firms – succession tax changes could kill them.

Plus, good news stories:

JP Morgan’s £1M investment in Glasgow’s GROW programme.

Scotland’s life sciences strategy aiming for £25B growth.

Family businesses celebrated as the backbone of the economy.

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Air Date: November 23rd, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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In this episode of The Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive into the hottest topics shaping Scotland’s business landscape. From the looming budget and its impact on small businesses to bold ideas for housing reform, renewable energy investment, and scaling up Scotland’s entrepreneurial ecosystem—this conversation is packed with insights, candid opinions, and practical advice.

Expect sharp analysis on:

Budget Speculation & Business Impact: Why small businesses need hope, not hurdles.

Housing Crisis & Planning Bottlenecks: Calls for a “pro-housing minister” and radical simplification.

Entrepreneurship & Scale-Up Vision: Ana Stewart’s roadmap for making Scotland a world-class scale-up nation.

Clean Energy Boom: SSE’s £33 billion investment and Tag Energy’s wind farm projects.

Aerospace Growth: Landmark deal could create 4,000 jobs and boost exports.

Creative Energy Solutions: From mini nuclear reactors to heating homes with garden-shed data centres.

Global Entrepreneurship Week: Why collaboration matters more than ever.

Positive Vibes: Scotland’s World Cup hopes and the economic ripple effect of national pride.

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Air Date: November 16th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Expect sharp analysis on:

Political Power Play: Six party leaders face Scotland’s business community ahead of next year’s election.

Budget Backlash: Income tax U-turns, NI cuts, and what rising unemployment means for growth.

AI Market Shake-Up: SoftBank’s $5.8B Nvidia exit and Michael Burry’s warning on inflated valuations.

Elon Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Bet: Can Tesla hit an $8.5T market cap?

Green Energy Wins: Syntec Fuel’s biofuel plant promises 200 new jobs in Grangemouth.

Warren Buffett Wisdom: Timeless investment lessons and why avoiding problems beats solving them.

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Air Date: November 9th, 2025

Special Guest: Professor Lee Cronin, founder and CEO of Chemify,

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive deep into the UK’s economic landscape, dissecting pre-budget statements, the rising national debt, and the political rhetoric surrounding tax hikes. With sharp insights and candid commentary, they explore the implications for businesses, public services, and the cost-of-living crisis.

But the real showstopper? A riveting interview with Professor Lee Cronin, founder and CEO of Chemify, whose journey from dismantling washing machines as a child to pioneering programmable chemistry is nothing short of extraordinary. Lee shares how his Glasgow-based startup is revolutionising drug discovery and manufacturing, with ambitions to become the “Google of chemistry.”

Budget Breakdown: Why temporary tax hikes might be palatable - and necessary.

Debt & Deficit: UK’s £2.6 trillion debt and its impact on public services.

Chemify’s Mission: Discovering the origin of life, curing cancer, and building a global HQ in Glasgow.

AI Meets Chemistry: How Chemify’s “chemifarms” are transforming molecule discovery.

Skills Crisis & College Funding: The urgent need to invest in trades and education.

SME Confidence Dip: 57% of Scottish SMEs expect profit drops—what can be done?

Scotland & Independence: A candid discussion on economic viability and the need for “clever thinking.”

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Air Date: November 2nd, 2025

Special Guest: Ross McNairn, founder of Wordsmith AI.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Economic Watchpoints: Inflation, unemployment, and interest rates take centre stage as the hosts unpack predictions from Goldman Sachs and the Bank of England’s next move.

Petrofac’s Plunge: A candid discussion on the energy giant’s troubles, mismanagement, and the ripple effects on jobs in the North Sea.

AI’s Double-Edged Sword: From Nvidia’s meteoric rise to Amazon layoffs, the hosts explore how AI is transforming industries—and threatening jobs.

Planning Gridlock: Scotland’s housing crisis and planning delays spark debate on leadership, bureaucracy, and the need for reform.

Energy Anxiety: Willie shares firsthand accounts of energy poverty and discusses Ofgem’s messaging around debt relief.

Entrepreneur Spotlight:

Ross McNairn, founder of Wordsmith AI, shares his inspiring journey from lawyer to tech innovator, raising $30M and powering legal teams across Europe.

Sales Geek Scotland: Davie Sneddon joins the “Board You Can’t Afford” to discuss scaling a franchise, recruiting the right talent, and building a national sales support network.

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Air Date: October 26th, 2025

Special Guest:  Nishant Sharma, Founder and CEO of Rutland Square Spirits.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Major Investment News: 

Glasgow-based Chemify secures £50M in Series B funding to revolutionise chemical design with “3D printing for molecules.”

The £166M Waste Scandal

Biffa sues Scottish Government over failed recycling scheme.

Hosts call out accountability and taxpayer impact.

Policy & Economy Watch:

Rachel Reeves’ bold plans to tackle housing shortages, cut red tape for SMEs, and unlock billions from pension funds to boost UK growth.

Why inflation holding at 3.8% could save the UK £3B in interest payments—and what that means for your business.

Skills Crisis Spotlight:

240,000 tradespeople needed by 2030—plus why Scotland is importing welders from the Philippines and what needs to change.

Prestwick Airport Success:

From criticism to praise: how Prestwick became a leading UK cargo hub and created 150 new jobs.

Special Guest: Meet Nishant Sharma, founder of Rutland Square Spirits, whose story spans continents—from £500 in his pocket to building a £30M gin and whisky brand with global ambitions.

Nish shares:

How resilience and pivoting turned rejection into opportunity.

Why purpose matters more than profit.

His advice for anyone facing setbacks: “Bet on yourself.”

Board You Can’t Afford: Euan Cameron of Cohesion Medical on the future of health data, the challenges of scaling in Scotland, and whether to stay or go when investors call.

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Air Date: October 19th, 2025

Special Guest: John McIlvogue, MD of Morton’s Rolls

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Economic Reality Check: Willie and Tom break down the latest GDP, inflation, and unemployment figures, and what they mean for UK businesses.

Cost of Living Crisis: Why it’s still the number one issue politicians need to tackle - and how energy costs and policy decisions play a huge role.

Energy & Renewables: From North Sea oil taxes to Scotland landing a major wind turbine factory deal, we explore the future of energy and jobs.

Global Business Moves: Chinese investment controversies, semiconductor security, and the jaw-dropping profitability of Temu in Europe.

Industry Shake-Ups: Car finance scandals, AI bubble warnings, and Lloyds setting aside £2 billion - what’s next for automotive and tech?

Special Guest Spotlight: John McIlvogue, MD of Morton’s Rolls, shares his remarkable journey from a council estate in Greenock to building businesses in flooring, whisky and bakeries! His story is full of resilience, risk-taking, and bold moves.

Future Ventures: Muscle cars and plant-based food - why John believes these are the next big opportunities.

One Golden Tip for Entrepreneurs - John’s advice for anyone facing tough times in business: “The worst that can happen? You go skint. Then do it again.”

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Air Date: October 12th, 2025

Special Guests: Donnie MacLean: The founder of Eat Balanced and Pawel Zakrzewski: Founder of Edinburgh Combat Project.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

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In this dynamic episode, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive into the hottest topics shaping Scotland’s business landscape:

RBS’s Game-Changing Finance Move: Intellectual property becomes collateral as RBS opens new funding avenues for tech, gaming, and life sciences.

Scottish Budget Preview: Tom unveils his “Build Baby Build” manifesto, calling for AI-driven planning reform and urgent investment in trades to tackle Scotland’s housing crisis.

Tax Talk That Broke the Internet: The duo revisit their viral debate on taxation, fairness, and the risk of driving wealth creators away.

EV Innovation & Energy Milestones: Scotland’s only off-road EV startup secures £2M in funding, while clean energy overtakes coal globally.

Special Guest: Donnie MacLean: The founder of Eat Balanced

Donnie shares his rollercoaster journey from supermarket setbacks to stealth health success, now serving millions of school meals and launching a new venture, Sell to Retire.

Board You Can't Afford:

Pawel Zakrzewski: Founder of Edinburgh Combat Project.

Combat with a Cause: Pawel blends martial arts with charity to support neurodivergent and underprivileged youth, with big dreams of scaling across the UK.

Packed with insights, inspiration, and real talk, this episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and anyone passionate about Scotland’s future.

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Air Date: October 5th, 2025

Special Guests: Jamie Burns, MD Ailsa Reliability Solutions and

Paul Duffy, the newly appointed MD of Zudu.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

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Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: A deep dive into the Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack and the growing threat landscape. Willie and Tom share personal experiences and stress the urgent need for businesses to invest in digital protection.

PPE Scandal Fallout: The hosts unpack the High Court ruling against PPE Medpro and discuss political accountability, fraud recovery, and the implications for public trust.

Scotland’s Defence & Energy Boost: Positive news as Scotland secures a share of a £250M UK defence innovation fund and opens a new Energy Transition Hub in Aberdeen, promising thousands of jobs.

Walkers Shortbread & Willow Tech: Celebrating Scottish success stories—from record revenues at Walkers to Willow’s AI-powered recruitment platform tackling fake CVs.

Guest Spotlight: Jamie Burns, MD of Ailsa Reliability Solutions

Board You Can't Afford: Paul Duffy, MD of Zudoo

Final Thought: The episode closes with a powerful discussion on staying “relentlessly human” in business—balancing strategy with compassion, and leading with integrity.

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Jamie Burns

Personal LinkedIn: (17) Jamie Burns | LinkedIn

Ailsa Reliability Solutions Ltd Company LinkedIn: (17) Ailsa Reliability Solutions Ltd.: Overview | LinkedIn

Ailsa ESG Solutions LinkedIn: (17) Ailsa ESG Solutions: Overview | LinkedIn

Company YouTube Page: Ailsa Reliability Solutions - YouTube

Paul Duffy:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul--duffy/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/zudu/

https://zudu.co.uk/team/paul-duffy/