Welcome to the latest episode of Mibbes Aye, our show for people who would like some more information to help make up their minds on independence. In this episode we drop in on a discussion between Pensioners for Independence and Professor Alf Baird on the question of who owns and runs Scotland's ports and why the current situation is not working for Scotland. Prior to his retirement, Alf was Professor of Maritime Business and Director of the Maritime Research Group at Edinburgh Napier Universit...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 745
Host Iain Bruce, journalist and broadcaster, talks to Anna Brown of Fridays for Future, Megan Rose of STOP CAMBO, and Stephen Smellie of UNISON in the first episode of a new show in Independence Live focused on the climate emergency
Apr 15, 2022•29 min•Ep. 747
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Apr 12, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 170
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Apr 12, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 169
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Apr 05, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 168
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Apr 05, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 164
Welcome to Episode 3 of our Indy Jigsaw series where we look ahead to life after that independence vote. In this episode we ask ourselves whether Scotland is really as open and welcoming a country as we would aspire it to be? How can we do better? With coverage of the UN Stand up to Racism march which took place in Glasgow on 19th march, including speeches from Aamer Anwar, Scottish lawyer and activist Robina Qureshi, Positive Action in Housing Humza Yousaf, MSP and Cabinet Secretary for Health ...
Apr 01, 2022•58 min•Ep. 743
Mar 29, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 162
Ep 6 The Birth of Scotland Part 1
Mar 29, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 161
Welcome! It's been another hectic month in the world of Scottish Politics, culture and activism. Join us as we put the bits and Pieces together to see what the big picture looks like. This month we have topical titbits from: AUOB Paisley Rally speeches Holyrood debate on Shared Prosperity Fund Who is getting rich from our fuel price hikes Stand up to Racism rally speeches Ukrainian refugee response Changing political attitudes in Nordic countries who owns and who controls Scotland's Ports how to...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 742
Episode 2 of our series Mibbes Aye tackles the subject of a the practicalities of introducing a new currency for Scotland. SNP policy is to implement a new Scottish currency as soon as practicable after independence, although there is some debate about how long that might take. In this episode, Mibbes Aye hosts Fiona McGregor and Marlene Halliday revisit a panel discussion and audience Q+A originally hosted by Voices for Scotland. The panel consists of Peter Ryan, Tim Rideout, Kairin Van Sweeden...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 741
Our guest podcast this month is a timely discussion between members of Yes Dunbar and SNP MSP for Glasgow Anniesland, Bill Kidd, discussion the implications of Scottish Independence on the Uk's nuclear deterrent. Russian aggression in Ukraine and wider threats to NATO bring this topic sharply into the spotlight. Bill gives his own perspective as a veteran anti nuclear campaigner and answers questions from the audience. The Scottish Independence Podcasts team are grateful to Yes Dunbar for sharin...
Mar 18, 2022•50 min•Ep. 740
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Mar 15, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 154
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Mar 15, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 153
Our Guest Podcast this month comes from Yes Dunbar who have kindly allowed us to share their discussion with journalist and Bella Caledonia blogger Mike Small. The topic is the politics of food and the concept of food sovereignty, and as you will find out, this is a fascinating and multi-layered concept - BUT the end of the day, we all need to eat! Please subscribe to our podcast channel if you haven't already done so and please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested Thanks...
Mar 13, 2022•55 min•Ep. 739
Welcome to Ep 2 of our series The Indy Jigsaw Show hosted by Marlene Halliday and Fiona McGregor from IndependenceLive media. In this show we cast our minds beyond the Yes vote and consider what life will be like as a normal independent country. Please subscribe and share with anyone you think would enjoy this podcast. In this episode we look at the Scots Leid, or language, with the help of four inspirational guests who are all champions for the language in their respective fields. Our guests ar...
Mar 04, 2022•55 min•Ep. 737
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Mar 02, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 151
THE SCOTTISH HISTORY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD TOLD Stuart McHardy's revisioning of Scotland's History. First produced for https://indylive.radio. Follow Stuart on https://stuartmchardy.wordpress.com/
Mar 02, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Welcome to the February 2022 edition of our Bits and Pieces podcast - and what a month it has been! Topical titbits this month include: First Minister's statement on the Ukraine invasion, Ian Blackford at PMQ - including his ejection for speaking truth to power, the STUC cost of living crisis demo, The Queen's Jubilee, the Annual Scottish Household Survey, Holyrood's refusal of consent for the UK's Nationality Bill, reflections on the Scotwind renewables auction, an update on Indyref2 and more Y...
Feb 27, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 736
Welcome to the first episode of our new monthly show Mibbes Aye hosted by Fiona McGregor and Marlene Halliday. In Episode 1 we are joined by Dr Craig Dalzell of Commonweal who gives a presentation on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. In particular he sets out the journey towards net zero, the progress which can be made under our current powers and what will have to wait for independence. There is also a lively Q and A session with members of Yes Glasgow South Side More information...
Feb 22, 2022•52 min•Ep. 735
In 2021 a Scottish Citizens Assembly was convened to consider climate change and the journey to net zero. Work took place remotely over 7 weekends. You can see all evidence sessions and the plenary discussions on the website https://climateassembly.scot A report with recommendations was presented to the Scottish Government, who gave a written response, both of which are available on the website. Following the Government's response, the Climate Assembly met for a final weekend 8 to consider the g...
Feb 12, 2022•53 min•Ep. 734
The role of particular scientists in opposing policies to slow and halt global warming has been extensively documented. The role of economists, however, has received less attention. Until now. We are joined by Ben Franta as part of our Road To Cop 26 series to talk about big oil and the role the industry played (supported by Economists) to deny the impact of fossil fuels in warming the planet and to delay climate action. This is a fascinating discussion that covers some very Scotland specific is...
Feb 11, 2022•55 min•Ep. 705
Join Kairin and Willam as they speak to Tim Rideout about the need to establish a Scottish Reserve Bank ahead of Scottish Independence. 00:50 Kairin talks about her slot on BBC Radio Scotland 03:10 Announcement by Nicola Sturgeon about CAMBO 04:30 Dr Tim Rideout talks about his academic background 05:00 What got Tim interested in central banks?
Feb 11, 2022•38 min•Ep. 715
On the first anniversary of the TPNW we ask Scottish CND how we will rid Scotland of Trident. All the British nuclear weapons are in Scotland at Faslane Naval Base just 30 miles from Glasgow. By renewing and increasing the number of weapons on the Clyde, the Westminster administration is breaking international law. In this first episode of our new monthly series "the Indy Jigsaw Show", hosts Marlene Halliday and Fiona McGregor consider what can be done to rid Scotland of this obscenity with gues...
Feb 04, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 733
Independence Live Media is proud to announce two new shows which premiere this month, hosted by Marlene Halliday and Fiona McGregor, which will be broadcast as videos on Independence Live's Youtube channel and there will also be a special podcast version. The Indy Jigsaw Show will be a monthly magazine style daytime show with guest interviews and topical news clips. Mibbes Aye? is also a monthly show, aims to share good quality information about matters of interest and concern to people who are ...
Feb 02, 2022•12 min•Ep. 732
Host John Drummond chats with historian and author Jenny Eales, whose Random Scottish History website contains an accessible collection of pre 1900 Scottish Literature, History, Art and Folklore , including newspaper articles from the time of the Treaty of Union. Some fascinating comparisons between the discourse of the day and present day debate. Who would have thought that, in highlighting the democratic deficit inherent in the UK Union, today's Independence campaigners are using same the argu...
Jan 30, 2022•52 min•Ep. 728
Welcome to the January 22 round up bits and pieces that have caught our attention this month! Including: Lesley Riddoch - A good place to start AC Grayling - Scotland in the EU Mike Russell - What will the border look like Leah Gunn Barratt - A currency factsheet Mark Drakeford - Covid Press conference Dr Philippa Whitford - Creeping privatisaton of the NHS David Hope Jones - Scotland's distinctive international approach Kate Forbes - GERS Stephen Flynn _ AUOB speech Charlotte Ahmed - AUOB speec...
Jan 26, 2022•57 min•Ep. 727
Building the Scottish State Show: Series 1 - Episode 18 - Prof Alf Baird On this week's show, Dr Mark McNaught is joined by Prof Alf Baird Alf Baird was, prior to his retirement in 2016, Professor of Maritime Business and Director of the Maritime Research Group at Edinburgh Napier University. He has a PhD in Strategic Management in Global Shipping. His specialist area of research and teaching is strategic management in maritime transport. His research activities encompass most of the world’s mai...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 725
Host John Drummond's first guest for 2022 is the very popular SNP MP Dr Philippa Whitford. In this fascinating discussion, the conversation ranges from the creeping privatisation of the English NHS and the threat to our Scottish NHS, the need for a wellbeing economy to rebuild our society after Covid, how the Scottish Conservatives will fare in an independent Scotland, when the referendum might take place and a wee detour to check out Sir Keir Starmer wrapped in his union flag! You can watch the...
Jan 07, 2022•58 min•Ep. 726
While away a dark January day with this very interesting interview from October 2021 with Professor AC Grayling, chatting to host John Drummond about Brexit, Scottish Independence and more. https://www.acgrayling.com
Jan 03, 2022•59 min•Ep. 720
