• The Stooshie: the politics podcast from DC Thomson

  • By: DC Thomson
  • Podcast

The Stooshie: the politics podcast from DC Thomson

By: DC Thomson
  • Summary

  • Insight and analysis with a Scottish focus from political commentators from The Courier, The Press & Journal, the Evening Telegraph and the Evening Express.
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Episodes
  • Nairn banker murder hits Holyrood
    Oct 2 2024

    Alistair Wilson was murdered on his doorstep 20 years ago.

    The case was raised with First Minister John Swinney in the Scottish Parliament last week.

    Crime reporter Bryan Rutherford describes why this case is now at boiling point, and why the government and chief constable need to find answers.

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    27 mins
  • Scots aid worker Linda Norgrove's Afghan legacy
    Sep 25 2024

    The parents of Linda Norgrove, the Scottish aid worker killed in Afghanistan in 2010, speak to the Stooshie about her life and legacy.

    John and Lorna described their daughter’s determined efforts to help women in the country, one month after 19 students were able to come to Scotland to continue their studies.

    They talk about Linda’s adventurous spirit, her commitment to supporting young women in Afghanistan and the shock of losing her.

    They say how pleased Linda would be to see the opportunities open up for the students now safely studying in Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow and St Andrews.

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    19 mins
  • Scottish referendum 10 years on, with Yes Scotland chief Blair Jenkins
    Sep 18 2024

    We look back at the pro-independence campaign in a two-part special featuring the leading figures from both sides.

    In this interview, we hear from Blair Jenkins, the chief of Yes Scotland.

    He reflects on the highs and lows, reveals what happened next behind the scenes, and suggests the country would say Yes if asked again.

    Look out for our second interview, published at the same time, with Better Together chief strategist Blair McDougall.

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    19 mins

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