Holyrood Sources
By Shortbread Media
The Holyrood Sources podcast analyses Scottish politics through the experiences of those who have lived and breathed it as Special Advisers to the Scottish Government, SNP and opposition parties. Join hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (Chief of Staff to the First Minister, 2007-2014) and Andy Maciver (Former Head of Communications for the Scottish Conservatives) as they take you inside Scottish politics. Their insight is second to none - they've been there, lived it, and maintain remarkable connections to Scotland's politicians and the world of Scottish politics.
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Latest episode
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The Future of Scottish Conservatives...with Liz Smith and Murdo Fraser
MSPs for Mid Scotland and Fife Liz Smith and Murdo Fraser join Calum and Andy to unpick what the future holds for the Scottish Conservatives, as well as reflect on its past. Potentially the next leader of the party, Murdo Fraser admits it wa… -
The Islands Tour: Stornoway
The Holyrood Sources Island Tour begins at Lews Castle in Stornoway and Calum, Geoff and Andy are joined by new Labour MP for Na h-Eileanan an Iar, Torcuil Crichton to pick apart the details of GB Energy, whether to introduce toll roads in S… -
New MPs and Labour's First week... with Angus Macdonald & Sam White
Angus Macdonald on his new start at Westminster and Sam White on Sir Keir Starmer, his old boss -
The General Election: Flash Reaction
The podcast discusses the results of the general election and the implications for various political parties in Scotland. The Labour Party achieved a landslide victory, adding more than 200 seats, while the SNP suffered a significant defeat,… -
The General Election: Last Orders
With less than 24 hours to go until the United Kingdom goes to the polls, Calum, Andy, Geoff and Cat Headley pick over the last remaining questions: how much influence can Scottish MPs play in a (potentially) Labour government? How much is v… -
To Bet Or Not To Bet
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer says “the culture of politics" needs to change in light of the investigations into allegations of gambling on the general election from both Conservative and Labour figures. Calum, Geoff, Andy and Cat Headley d… -
Manifestos, Scottish Tories and should polling stop?
We discuss the recent launch of the SNP manifesto for the upcoming general election. We explore the purpose of a manifesto in a general election and the tactics at play. Plus, we discuss the potential impact of the polls on the outcome of the electio… -
Growing Scotland's Economy: Holyrood Sources Live
with Kate Forbes, Michael Marra, Murdo Fraser and Willie Rennie -
The SNP/Labour Poll Gap Closes...with Emily Gray
Ipsos’ first Scotland poll since the General Election indicates the SNP and Labour in Scotland share 36% of the country's voting intention. Managing Director of Ipsos in Scotland, Emily Gray, joins the podcast to discuss what it means. Plus,… -
An Invitation to you: Growing Scotland's Economy
The only discussion focused on Scotland's economy - come and join us!