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The Steamie by The Scotsman

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The Scotsman's political reporters guide you through the changing landscape of Scottish politics. From Scottish Independence to education and everything in between, they will offer unrivalled insight, explain the political issues of the day, take a deeper look into the problems behind them and introduce you to those who are ultimately tasked with solving them. The Steamie is a Laudable production ... more

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On this episode of The Steamie, The Scotsman's politics podcast, Alistair Grant, David Bol and Andrew Quinn bring you the latest from the SNP conference at P&J Live, and tackle the issues hanging over the party as it heads into the next election.

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Why did Britain's working class disappear from the centre of political life? Historian Ewan Gibbs tells The Steamie, The Scotsman's politics podcast, what was lost, what was taken, and why class is back in the political debate.

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Political Correspondent Rachel Amery speaks to former first minister Humza Yousaf about his new book ‘Under Fire’ and his new life after Holyrood.

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Andrew Quinn has all the latest from the UK Labour Party conference, while Alistair Grant talks to former SNP MP Stewart McDonald about why Scottish politicians need to pay more attention to defence and security

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Ewan Gibbs
Glasgow University historian and author of An Injury to All, The Unmaking of the British Working Class
University of Glasgow
Episode: How the working class disappeared from politics
Humza Yousaf
Former First Minister of Scotland, author of Under Fire
Former Scottish Government
Episode: The Steamie special: In conversation with Humza Yousaf
Stewart McDonald
Former SNP MP for Glasgow South, Westminster Defence spokesman 2017-2022
Scottish Security Dialogue (co-founder)
Episode: Why Scottish politicians must wake up to defence threats, plus UK Labour conference
Michael Stoney
Governor of Barlinnie
Barlinnie Prison, SPS
Episode: Inside Barlinnie: How Scotland's largest prison is 'hanging on by a thread'
Andrew Quinn
Reporter for The Scotsman covering Reform UK conference
The Scotsman
Episode: Scottish pupils fall behind and Reform conference chaos
Catriona Stewart
Education correspondent for The Scotsman
The Scotsman
Episode: Scottish pupils fall behind and Reform conference chaos
Mark Peel
Author of Scotland's Lost Leader; biographer of Donald Dewar
The Scotsman
Episode: Why Donald Dewar would be disappointed and frustrated by Holyrood
David Bol
Deputy Political Advisor
Scottish Labour (as guest commentator)
Episode: And then there were two … Scottish Labour leadership latest
Rachel Amery
The Scotsman's political correspondent
The Scotsman
Episode: Everything you need to know about the Scottish Labour leadership race

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Alistair Grant
Host and political editor of The Scotsman, leading coverage on SNP governance and Scottish politics
Rachel Amery
Political correspondent and host contributing to SNP finances and governance discussions

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • An insightful podcast about Scottish Politics

    There is a general lack of quality podcasts that cover Scottish politics, so I was very glad when I came across this one. They talk about the main issues in Scottish politics in a detailed and insightful manner.

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    5
    Evisonano
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • The steamie

    Disappointing analyses so far from a podcast purporting to discuss Scottish politics.

    The ex-SNP politician and ‘academic’ was hopefully the low watermark; he was woefully tabloid and underinformed on his topic of International relations; he was so bad that I wondered if he was trying to be satirical...but no.

    Presenters can be engaging, but myopic. I’ll keep listening for a while longer to see if they can lift the quality

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Almafud60
    Australia5 years ago

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Feedback consistently notes informed discussion and access to insider political context.
Listeners appreciate on-the-ground reporting and timely coverage of SNP finances and governance.
Listener feedback highlights value of detailed Scottish policy coverage and strong analysis.
One negative review suggests occasional perception of biased or sensational coverage, especially on international relations.

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How the working class disappeared from politics
Q: Do you think traditional social class divisions remain relevant, or have they transformed beyond recognition?
Traditional divisions are still relevant in terms of material conditions and workplace dynamics, though the expressions of class have broadened to include non-manual, precarious, and service-sector workers, as well as rising self-employment, making class politics more diffuse but still potent.
How the working class disappeared from politics
Q: What are some of the key factors in that fragmentation, such as housing policy and the 'right to buy'?
Key factors include the 1960s–1980s housing shifts, the right-to-buy policy moving people into owner-occupied homes, and the erosion of council housing, which redefined working-class identity and altered political loyalties as ownership and debt changed the relationship to local government.
How the working class disappeared from politics
Q: So Ewan, your book traces the unmaking of the British Working Class. Where do you trace that point of decline back to?
The decline can be traced to mid-20th-century shifts: a once cohesive, union-strong working class began fraying as housing policy, wage structures, and social contracts changed, leading to weaker ties between labor movements, local authorities, and the broader political economy.
Inside Barlinnie: How Scotland's largest prison is 'hanging on by a thread'
Q: What will the new prison change for inmates and staff?
Safer design with smaller living communities (22 per unit), more time for staff-inmate engagement, and better access to rehabilitation opportunities.
Inside Barlinnie: How Scotland's largest prison is 'hanging on by a thread'
Q: What does overcrowding mean for staff safety and day-to-day operations?
Increased potential for conflict and violence, limited access to showers and activities, and a need for more transactional interactions as resources are finite.

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A politically focused current-events show centered on Scottish politics, governance, and national policy. Episodes frequently dissect SNP finances and governance, by-elections and party strategy, Westminster and Holyrood dynamics, and policy debates around oil and gas, education, and public services. Regular guests include journalists from a major national paper and senior political figures, with a blend of in-depth reporting, live recounts from counts, and expert commentary. The tone tends to be informative and policy-forward, sometimes evolving into heated discussions about governance, transparency, and independence, which can be especially appealing to listeners who want clear context on Scotland's political landscape and its UK-wide imp... more

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2. Humza Yousaf
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4. Michael Stoney
5. Andrew Quinn
6. Catriona Stewart
7. Mark Peel
8. David Bol

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