Toby Tarrant joins me for the second time to record another lockdown episode of Blethered. We talk about the new ITV drama ‘Quiz’, which tells the story of the British Army Major who cheated to win the main prize on Who Wants To Be a Millionaire, we discuss being hounded by the tabloid press and the wider damage that the phone hacking scandal caused to Toby’s family, and we address the impact of the Coronavirus. There's more chat about childish wind-ups and prank calls, and you’ll hear about the...
Apr 07, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 11
Ex-policeman, lawyer, celebrant and good pal of mine Chris Gray chats to me about his interesting professional life and we cover a variety of subjects like catfishing and how the law needs to catch up, society's attitude to legal authority and what we hope to see in the world after lockdown ends. Support Blethered on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/Blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out inf...
Apr 05, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 10
Preview of the new Spanish series on Patreon where I'll be interviewing Spanish speaking friends in Barcelona and elsewhere. All episodes 100% in Spanish. Get full access to the Blethered Español series : https://www.patreon.com/join/Blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Apr 04, 2020•7 min•Ep. 9
Journalist and broadcaster Paul English talks about his first ever media interview with Billy McNeill, the ever-changing face of journalism and the development of clickbait culture, giving up booze by accident, and plenty more. Support Blethered on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/Blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 26, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 8
This episode is an attempt to bring a bit of humour to the darkness that the Coronavirus is bringing. It's a collection of the embarrassing things people have said and done in life, from getting words mixed up to downright playground humiliation. Support Blethered on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/Blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Mar 20, 2020•29 min•Ep. 7
I sat down with TV & Radio presenter Edith Bowman in Glasgow to chat about going down to London to try and make it in the industry while overcoming set backs and rejection, the dreaded but very common imposter syndrome, keeping your Scottish accent when you’re out of the country for a long time and plenty more. Support Blethered on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/Blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Soundtracking with Edith Bowma...
Mar 18, 2020•30 min•Ep. 6
I sit down in the studio and chat with comedy writer Matt Morgan on his life and career. Matt details his first steps in the entertainment industry and the unconventional route he took to get there. We hear about Noel Gallagher, comedic creativity and working with previous Blethered guest Gordon Smart on Radio X. There's also the story of putting Bob Geldof in his place, quite literally rubbing shoulders with Britney Spears and Slash, and about Matt's brilliant new podcast 'Funny How?' Support B...
Mar 12, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 5
Rose Reilly has the best footballing story you’ve never heard, and if you have heard it, you’ll gain even more insight into how a young girl from Ayrshire ended up playing for AC Milan, won the World Cup with Italy, and fought back from the brink of death to go on and be named World Player of the Year. This story is sheer Rose of the Rovers stuff, but how could all that possibly be true? Listen in and you’ll find out from the woman herself. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 4
Darleen talks about losing her dad and the effect suicide has on the loved ones who are left behind. We discuss the suicide epidemic, taking responsibility for ourselves, asking for help and the devastation that follows someone taking their own life. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...
Jan 27, 2020•55 min•Ep. 3
Chateando en español, nada mas, nada menos! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 13, 2020•10 min•Ep. 2
Martin was on Blethered back in March 2019 and we had a long and open discussion about depression, anxiety, asking for help, the light at the end of the tunnel and better days ahead. That episode had a great impact on a lot of people, and we decided that now was a good time to sit down and chat again. We talk about the term ‘Speak Up’, what does it actually mean? How will it improve your life? We share our opinion and positive experience of putting that concept into practice. We take a look at t...
Jan 09, 2020•58 min•Ep. 1
Jim White talks about his career, from local newsroom to national TV & Radio, dealing with big names like Sir Alex Ferguson and Paul McCartney, exclusive stories and what it’s like to be in the midst of it all. Jim also talks honestly about his relationship with alcohol and why he chose to remove it from his life - with the inclusion of some valuable advice for anyone who’s walking a fine line between enjoying a drink and losing control. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitte...
Nov 13, 2019•37 min•Ep. 43
I sit down in the studio with Radio X Presenter Toby Tarrant to talk about how he got started in radio, working with big names like Gordon Smart, Chris Moyles and Jonny Vaughan and about our favourite telephone wind-ups - plus a whole lot more. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Join Flick Chat here: https://flick.group/blethered https://twitter.com/tobytarrant See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
Nov 06, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 42
I talk to Max about his career in rugby, transitioning from full time sport into 'ordinary' life, reality TV, the downsides and dangers of overnight fame, the root of happiness and a lot more. https://twitter.com/maxevans13 https://www.instagram.com/maxevans13/ Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Join Flick Chat here: https://flick.group/blethered See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Oct 17, 2019•53 min•Ep. 43
My guest Johnny Kinch tells me about his early life and traumatic upbringing, running away from home and the path he took thereafter. We talk living with ADHD, depression, drug use, suicide attempts, attending one of the world's most prestigious drama schools, working in TV & Film, asking for help and turning things around. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Join Flick Chat here: https://flick.group/blethered https://twitter.com/johnnykinch See acast.c...
Oct 10, 2019•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 40
Chat with Manchester rapper Aitch ahead of his gig at SWG3 in Glasgow, earlier this month. We talk about his rapid rise to fame, instinctive creativity, social media and working with Ed Sheeran. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi1z2e3LwosX3kvAbWdBB2A https://www.instagram.com/officialaitch/?hl=en Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Join Flick Chat here: https://flick.group/blethered See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast...
Sep 26, 2019•13 min•Ep. 38
Ex-professional rugby player Ben John talks about how serious head injuries led to him retiring from the sport and rerouting his entire life and career, the impact that had on him mentally and how he dealt with it. Ben now works as a Personal Trainer at the Manor Gym in London, he explains how they've cultivated an environment that helps people both physically and mentally, as well as how he's managed the changes in his own life and mindset. https://www.mymanor.london/ https://www.instagram.com/...
Sep 25, 2019•43 min•Ep. 38
Craig talks about being unsure of what he wanted or where he was going in life, before finding his way and going in to his dream job. I hear about how was told to leave school early, working in jobs he didn't like and not knowing what his purpose was in life. We also talk music, TRNSMT, Scottish musicians and more. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Craig's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Craigpjohnston See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Aug 30, 2019•59 min•Ep. 37
I talk to Patrik Syk, Swedish sports journalist and Head of Audio for Aftonbladet, Scandinavia's biggest newspaper. He tells me how he became a Liverpool supporter, what it’s like to deal with Henrik Larsson in a media capacity, Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s iconic status and more insight on Sweden’s exports to major European leagues. I also hear about what Swedish fans think about Scottish football, including the world famous rivalry between Celtic & Rangers. A brief and bonus episode off the back o...
Aug 28, 2019•26 min•Ep. 36
Darren McGarvey is a Scottish author, rapper, hip hop recording artist and social commentator. 2018 Orwell Prize winner Darren talks to me about his often chaotic childhood, an at times directionless adolescence and then finding his way in life. We talk creative arts, addiction hiding in plain sight, 'becoming middle class’, financial insecurity and the social sophistication that is exclusive to the working class. Plus, a gameshow where Boris Johnson is dropped in a mental part of Scotland witho...
Aug 19, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 35
I chat to broadcaster and former journalist Gordon Smart about our mad night out in London, his life and career, supporting young Scottish talent, Martin Compston throwing impromptu parties in his London home, telephone wind ups, the dangers of social media comparison culture, and the usual General Patter. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
Jul 19, 2019•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 32
Mhairi Black joins me in the studio to talk about her life and becoming Britain's youngest ever MP in modern times. We discuss the 'Old Boys Club' culture that exists in the House of Commons, LGBTQ rights, the decriminalisation of drugs, the surge in male suicides and its link to cocaine use and much, much more. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: @seanmcdonald01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. H...
Jul 10, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 31
TV Presenter and Showbiz Reporter Jodie McCallum talks about her education in musical theatre before crossing into TV presenting, working with Channel 4, ITV and the BBC. She describes what it was like to fill in for Lorraine Kelly and how over time, she's progressed within the industry. We talk about the pressures on men and women to look perfect and have the perfect life, as dictated by social media and advertising, and the importance of being yourself at all times. Jodie gives great advice on...
Jul 08, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 30
Un episodio corto en español. Yo hablo sobre dos semanas en Barcelona y sobre el el mes que viene. Gracias por escuchar! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 05, 2019•8 min•Ep. 29
I talk to my pal Callum about why we both moved to Barcelona, learning the languages, hunting for jobs, missing home, loving Glasgow, funny stories and loads more. 'Mon! Callum’s Online Store: http://www.cal-lum.co/ Callum’s Company Instagram: @cal.lum.cat Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 29, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 28
Paul Smith tells me about reporting historic child abuse, the subsequent court case and the impact it had on his mental state. We discuss the forensics of dealing with that, a suicide attempt shortly after and how he managed to overcome such a traumatic series of events in his life. Paul has a very candid and honest approach to what has passed, and a very optimistic and positive outlook to the future. It was an important conversation and one that I haven't heard in this type of format. *Contains...
Jun 18, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 27
I talk to Ewan Denny about growing up in Cumbernauld, pursuing a career in TV, life and personal fulfilment, his 'Link & Lorne' with Scot Squad creator and previous Blethered guest Joe Hullait. We talk about how much we enjoy Aldi and how mental the checkout is, producing the TV adaptation of Chris McQueer's bestselling book 'Hings' for the BBC, and how all Ewan would eat as a child was sausage suppers. Twitter: @seanmcdonald01 Email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for ...
Jun 15, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 25
I chat to the brilliant Glaswegian comedian Susie McCabe about: How she got started in comedy Growing up in the East End of Glasgow, in less accommodating times Her grandparents and their memories of World War II Cocaine use in young men at the weekends Methods for combating anxiety and depression Plus the usual hunners more! For details on Susie's upcoming gigs, you can find her on Twitter and Facebook, listed below. https://twitter.com/susie_mccabe https://www.facebook.com/susiemccabecomedy/ T...
Jun 14, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 24
I sit down with Gregor and Fraser from Men Matter Scotland, a charity group based in Drumchapel that offers support to men in the local community and further afield, in a multitude of different ways. We talk about ACE's (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and the impact they have on young people in their formative years and in later life, Fraser openly shares his life experience as an addict before moving on to become sober and play a positive part in the Group, and we talk about how the group suppo...
Jun 13, 2019•46 min•Ep. 23
Keni Carmichael has worked in the legal industry for over 10 years, we talk about the misconceptions people have about criminal defence lawyers. We discuss the integral role that they play in ensuring justice is delivered to society, looking at a couple of recent high-profile cases as examples. We discuss freedom of speech online and even about Catfishes on Tinder, and how the law has had to evolve in order to cover internet activity. The Paedo Hunters get a mention, and we talk about how counte...
Jun 11, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 22
