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Blethered

Glasgow & Barcelona based podcast, hosted by Sean McDonald. Sean interviews people from various segments of society, discussing serious topics with Scottish humour. From life stories, to social commentary and discussion on current topics, modern culture and more. Contact at seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:20:19

Quitting Your Job, Sexual Assault & Being A Detective...

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2023/05/08

Gabrielle started her podcast ‘Gift of the Gab’ in January this year, and has recently left her job in retail to pursue a career in broadcasting. We talk about taking that plunge in spite of the usual fears and worries…Gabrielle tells me about her slightly unusual family background and how it’s shaped her personality... And we talk about losing a parent, sexual assault and being a 12-year-old aspiring detective. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comTwitter:

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1:04:07

The X Factor, One Direction & Lewis Capaldi // with...

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2023/04/25

Yvie is an opera singer and vocal coach to the stars, working with A List names in music, from Sam Smith to Lewis Capaldi. Yvie tells me about her own journey as a performer, and the challenges of work and being a mother… You’ll hear about how a chance conversation with Louis Walsh led to her becoming the resident vocal coach on Simon Cowell’s X Factor… And we chat about Yvie’s new series ‘Scotland Sings’ on BBC Scotland, and why you don’t want to miss

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1:31:21

Glasgow in the 1930’s // 95-year-old Tom McGoran

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2023/04/05

95-year-old Tom recently held an exhibition of his incredible oil paintings, depicting 1930’s Glasgow, at the Forge, in Glasgow’s East End. I was immediately captivated by the detail and quality of the paintings, and Tom’s reasoning for holding the exhibition in the first place: to leave his own legacy for those coming behind him. You’ll hear Tom telling me about growing up in Glasgow in the 1930’s and the environment everyone shared… We talk about the realities of World War Two and some fantastic

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1:10:33

Trekking The Arctic Circle // with Stephen McGee

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2023/03/23

Stephen recently participated in a gruelling three-day trek in the Arctic Circle with 15 other volunteers, in aid of the Celtic Foundation charity.Stephen tells me about the challenge, with the team facing temperatures of minus 25 degrees, while walking 30 km in one day and pulling their equipment…You’l hear about Stephen becoming separated from the group and panic starting to set in…And we talk about the importance of looking out for those who need it, whether it’s big or small.And as always,

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48:47

Traitors, TV & Me // with Meryl Williams

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2023/03/03

Meryl recently starred in, and won, the immensely popular BBC series 'The Traitors'. We talk about Meryl’s slightly nomadic childhood, originating in South Africa before settling in Scotland… Meryl explains the realities and misconceptions of her disability… And we talk all things Traitors, including the excitement of the aftermath… And as always, there’s plenty more.www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Hosted on

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45:54

Tinder Tales // with Roisin McGinley

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2023/02/22

In this episode we’re discussing dating apps, with some funny and some crazy stories sent in by listeners. We talk about the rise of dating apps in modern culture… You’ll hear about a girl on a first date who ended up at a cat’s funeral… And we go through the good, the bad and the ugly of navigating apps like Tinder and Hinge.And as always, there's plenty more.www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Hosted on Acast. See

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51:30

Aquarius Unfiltered // with Amy Moore & Kirsten Cameron

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2023/02/16

Amy and Kirsten co-own Scottish influencer management company Aquarius Creative, working with brands and social media influencers, and have just seen the release of their own TV Series, The Agency: Unfiltered on BBC Scotland. Amy and Kirsten talk about the inception and evolution of Aquarius...Kirsten reflects on juggling motherhood and business…And we discuss their new series and the experience of creating structured reality TV.And as always, there's plenty

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1:08:36

Adult Entertainer ’Tosh’

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2023/02/09

Tosh works on Adult TV shows while running two other successful businesses in Scotland, as well as other content creation, online. We talk about how Tosh ended up in the adult entertainment industry, and some of the misconceptions around the business itself...We reflect on her journey and how she worked to gain complete control and autonomy in a very unpredictable industry...And we chat about therapy, and how it can benefit you even when you maybe don’t realise it’s taking place.And as always,

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1:18:37

The Diary of a French Stripper in London // with M

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2023/01/30

M’s book 'Strip - The Diary of a Hustler' tells the story of her life and about the realities of being a stripper in London’s high-end clubs.You’ll hear about her move to England at just 18 and without being able to speak English… M explains how she ended up becoming a hostess before being cast for various reality TV shows, including Love Island in the UK… And we discuss why she started to work in adult clubs, her popularity on TikTok and aspirations for her book and

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1:09:21

Billy Connolly, T in The Park & STV // with Janice...

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2023/01/13

Big Light co-founders Fiona and Janice talk to me about their early days working at STV and on numerous programmes across TV and radio…We discuss the inception of The Big Light and how they aim to change the face of podcasting in Scotland…And you’ll hear about a house party with Cyndi Lauper in Glasgow, and accidental phone calls from Billy Connolly.And as always, there’s plenty more.www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comTwitter:

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1:09:21

Debt: Taking Back Control // with Senior Debt Adviser...

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2023/01/11

I'm joined by Senior Debt Adviser Tommy Gallacher, from Don't Fret About Debt, and we discuss the social stigma around debt and the stresses that come with carrying around the weight of that on your own.Tommy explains the solutions available to people struggling with debt, and how you can take free, simple steps to stop paying more than you can afford and relieve pressure from creditors.We also discuss the reasons people fall into debt in the first place, including high interest payday loan

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55:27

Capital FM’s Meg McHugh

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2023/01/06

Capital FM DJ Meg recently moved from Glasgow to London, and we speak about the step up in her career and how she’s adjusted to being part of one of the biggest networks in UK radio… Meg talks about the loss of her beloved dad, Michael, and how she channelled that emotion and energy into her podcast, McHugh Corner, which tackles hard-hitting subjects head-on… And we chat about London Life and bumping into Will Ferrell in the office. As you do… www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/Contact:

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1:00:15

Dental Tourism: Bargain or Bad Idea? // with Aran...

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2022/12/28

Aran has vast experience in both traditional and cosmetic dentistry, and a wealth of knowledge at his disposal. With the sharp rise in medical tourism to places like Turkey, there has also been a sharp rise in horror stories and instances of malpractice. We talk ‘Turkey Teeth’, and about the ever-growing trend of travelling to places like Antalya for the five star experience…We reflect on the Foreign Office information of the twenty two British citizens who have died while over in Turkey for

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1:34:43

Martin Compston & Gordon Smart

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2022/12/19

Both Martin and Gordon have been on Blethered a few times before, but this is the first time we’ve all been in the studio together, and it was a great laugh from start to finish. The lads have a brilliant new podcast called Restless Natives, in association with Global Radio, and I find out how the idea came about, how they became pals in the first place, and their grand plans for a music festival in Martin’s hometown of Greenock, in aid of the absolutely fantastic Ardgowan Hospice.This is an episode

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53:10

Christmas on Credit, Debt Misconceptions & Rising...

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2022/12/14

Tommy is a highly respected industry expert, and was recently on the panel of BBC’s ‘Debate Night’ programme, giving his input alongside national politicians. With Christmas here and millions of people relying more heavily on credit, we reflect on the past year and the various predictions Tommy made at the start of the year with regards to the cost of living…Tommy dismantles misconceptions about debt and the belief that you’ll be blacklisted for life if you put a foot wrong…And there’s some great

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1:06:42

Radio Clyde, George Michael & The GBX // with George...

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2022/12/14

George Bowie is the undisputed King of breakfast radio in Scotland, and has transcended generations, decades and even genres. From keeping you company in the car on the way to school, to providing the tunes during pre-drinks on a Saturday, he’s been a perpetual presence and one that will remain for a long time to come.We chat about George’s first rudimentary DJ lessons as a teenager in his dad’s club, while the DJ nipped off for a drink…George reflects on his start at Radio Clyde in somewhat

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1:10:29

George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio & A Flat In Falkirk...

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2022/12/08

Itison CEO Oli Norman and Social Bite founder Josh Littlejohn are serial entrepreneurs and have partnered on the brilliant £5 Christmas voucher, to help the homeless.Oli tells me the story of how he uncovered a TV Scandal about Prince Edward, that led to HIM breaking the story via Piers Morgan and The Daily Mirror… Josh and Oli talk about how their partnership began, the positive impact it has on those who benefit from it, and how it eventually led to them hanging about with George Clooney and

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53:51

Stevie Nicks, Jay Z’s Private Jet & Partying With...

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2022/11/30

In between being the tour manager for The Proclaimers, to hanging about with his pal Stevie Nicks. of Fleetwood Mac, at her home in Malibu, Craig McLean has led a whirlwind life and career.We talk about starting out as a gig reviewer in Scotland before moving down to London to work at the iconic ‘The Face’ Magazine...We take a look at his freelance work as a top journalist, which led to him living in Phil Collins’ pocket while writing his biography… And Craig tells me about flying on Jay Z’s private

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41:57

Live at St Luke’s // Arbroath FC Manager Campbell

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2022/11/24

Recorded live at St Luke's in Glasgow, Arbroath manager Campbell was on-stage, reflecting on his long-ranging career in the Scottish game.We talk about ’s love for football and why he sees an extensive future for his managerial career… shares his thoughts on a dismissiveness and derision towards older managers in the game… And he recounts an incident which saw an unhappy Dunfermline manager Bert Paton clashing with football journalist Hugh Keevins in the tunnel at Ibrox.And as always, there’s plenty

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51:16

Detective Superintendent Fil Capaldi

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2022/11/16

Fil is part of the Specialist Crime Division of Police Scotland, focusing on Rape, Human Trafficking & prostitution, with decades of experience across the board.Fil talks about human trafficking and forced prostitution in Scotland, how it’s happening across the country and the steps Police Scotland take to stop it at its root… There’s some tales of policing on the streets of Glasgow, including a machete-swinging individual on one side, and an irate Glaswegian woman on the other… And we chat

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