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The two biggest names in Scottish political journalism, Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie, join forces to bring you a regular “must listen” insider briefing on the political and wider world.

Bernard has been Scotland's leading TV political editor for many years while Alex is the unavoidable commentator and columnist for the Times and Sunday Times. Together they bring decades of experience and unsur... more

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Bernard Ponsonby
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Alex Massie
Co-host, political commentator and columnist for The Times

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Tony Collins

    Two top tier Scottish journalists, no question. Both excellent communicators and worth listening to always, though especially with Alex, I find myself in disagreement more often than not. Really hoping for substantial and in depth coverage of the attempted ‘assassination’ of Alex Salmond in a future episode, once the legals are concluded of course! Don’t let us down please gents!

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    tonaidh
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Interesting.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Michael Comiskey
    a year ago
  • Too much waffle

    There is probably a lot of very prescient and valuable analysis in this podcast, but the two presenters, and mostly Bernard fall into the trap of very much liking the sound of their own voice.

    Would probably benefit from some judicious editing to keep them on track.

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    anon.653
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Gorgeous whisky seasoned accents

    This podcast is worthing listening for their voices alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marty555
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The Best Political Podcast From Scotland

    This is by far the most insightful political podcast coming out of Scotland. It covers everything political and not just Scottish issues.

    It’s “must listen” on my political podcast list.

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    Paulhughes01itunes
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Q: What do you think may happen in the upcoming by-election?
The expectations lean towards a comfortable SNP victory, with potential competition from Labour and Reform for place.
SNP - Explosive Interview with Stewart McDonald
Q: Is it just a disinclination to engage with opposing viewpoints?
McDonald acknowledges the lack of serious political discourse and the need for the party to foster debates about governance and policies.
SNP - Explosive Interview with Stewart McDonald
Q: What do you think were the sort of two or three factors that most satisfactorily or afford the greatest amount of explanation for the scale of the setback that the SNP suffered last week?
McDonald suggests that the defeat reflects broader cultural issues within the SNP, particularly regarding competence and delivery to the electorate.
SNP - Explosive Interview with Stewart McDonald
Q: At what point, either in the campaign or the night, were you aware that you were about to be an ex-MP?
McDonald sensed the likely outcome of losing his seat during the campaign and was mentally prepared for it by election night.
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