Talk Media
The Big LightBroadcaster Stuart Cosgrove and guests bring you Talk Media: a forensic analysis of how the media works, and who works the media. Packed full of candid commentary and informed opinion, Talk Media features a weekly guest commentator from the worlds of journalism, entertainment and politics. Full episodes are published weekly on Wednesday evenings via our Supporters Club. Join our Supporters Club no... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 309 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews CommentaryNews | |||
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Laura Webster, editor of The National, returns to the Talk Media hot seat as she and Stuart Cosgrove get behind the big stories of the week, talking more about the Peter Murrell scandal - specifically about the media's treatment of Nicola Sturgeon, t... more
Paddy Duffy returns to the Talk Media hot seat as he and Stuart Cosgrove get behind the big stories of the week, talking about the Peter Murrell scandal and the Section 30 vote in the Scottish Parliament...
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Foreign Correspondent David Pratt (The National, The Herald) joins Stuart Cosgrove (Off The Ball, BBC Radio Scotland) to discuss the latest from the front lines of conflicts in Iran & Ukraine and how the UK media is portraying the conflicts. They als... more
Paddy Duffy, the Quiz King of Glasgow, returns to give his verdict on the Holyrood elections. A Reform surge, a Labour collapse and an Independence Supporting majority. Who are the big winners in the new Scottish Parliament?
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It’s such a shame they put this podcast behind a paywall as I really liked it. It’s a sensible view on topical issues which was good to hear. I’m absolutely not going to pay £4 a month for one podcast though. Purely out of principle more than anything. Too many subscription models these days and to pay one for a single show is ridiculous.
Apple Podcasts2mmjm90
United Kingdom4 years ago - So disappointed
Listened to this cracking podcast every week but alas all good things come to an end with a charge now in place .. loved listening to These two guys .. too bad
Apple Podcasts1bryp07United Kingdom4 years ago - Welcome back
I was an avid weekly fan of the BBC Scotland media review, so disappointed when it was axed. I discovered this podcast a few weeks ago. Great listen.
Entertaining, informative and humorous. I find Radio Scotland news so disappointing now: viewers views; who cares, not me.
Perhaps a guest from the ‘other side’ would be a challenge.
Apple Podcasts5tartanhamishUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Nationalist views
This is an interesting series of podcasts and the format is effective. However, the views expressed are predominantly nationalist views and this is very clear in every episode I have listened to. Each guest seems to be a nationalist pal who just re- enforces the hosts bias. In terms of the hosts that’s fair enough but the guests should be someone who challenges rather than just plays the same tune. This doesn’t need to be binary but have some guests who are not obvious nationalists - this doesn... more
Apple Podcasts2KenthistleUnited Kingdom5 years ago - Telly Shouter, again 😎
If I agreed with everything and everyone on this pod it would be an utter waste of a listen, intelligent high & occasionally low brow real good listen, I’m embarrassed that I haven’t already fully subscribed to support this ‘island of unsweetened media reporting’ a wee gem.
I will do this ASAP 👍
A must listen to all other ‘Telly Shouters’ take the ‘medicine’ when available 😂
My recommendation on top of this if I can be rude! Is pod by RTE Brexit Republc
Apple Podcasts5CindirratThomoUnited Kingdom5 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #66 | United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  Ireland/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #109 |  Philippines/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #201 |  Saudi Arabia/News/News Commentary |
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What is Talk Media about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A sharp, policy-forward take on media, politics, and current affairs with a focus on how coverage shapes public perception. Regulars mix investigative journalism, political analysis, and media critique, often inviting guest commentators who illuminate Scottish and UK politics, international affairs, and media ethics. Noteworthy is a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, blend geopolitical context with local implications, and pair serious discussion with culture and pop-culture references that anchor complex topics. Potential listeners will find thoughtful debate, diverse perspectives, and actionable takeaways for understanding how media narratives influence political outcomes and public discourse.
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Which podcasts are similar to Talk Media?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Talk Media:
1. Holyrood Sources
2. Scotcast
3. The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast
4. The News Agents
5. Byline Times Podcast
How many episodes of Talk Media are there?
Talk Media launched 6 years ago and published 309 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Talk Media?
Recent guests on Talk Media include:
1. Laura Webster
2. John Curtice
3. Shona Craven
4. John Swinney
5. Angela Haggerty
6. Catriona Stewart
7. Paddy Duffy
8. Alison Thewliss
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