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    Irvine Welsh Interview

    Martin Geissler talks to Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh.

  2. Darren McGarvey Interview

    Author of Poverty Safari, Darren McGarvey, tells Martin Geissler about his latest book.

  3. Forbes Quits Holyrood

    Martin Geissler and Natalie Higgins discuss Kate Forbes' decision to stand down.

  4. Are Our Festivals for Everyone?

    Martin Geissler and Laura Miller ask who holds the power at the Edinburgh festivals.

  5. Nobel Winner on Finding Cures

    Scientist David MacMillan talks to Martin Geissler and Laura Miller about finding cures.

  6. Trump Visit: What Has It Changed?

    Martin Geissler and Natalie Higgins ask if Trump's trip to Scotland was a success.

  7. Referendum Plan

    Why John Swinney updated his strategy to secure an independence referendum.

  8. Wingsuit Flyer: Why I Do It

    What motivates those who jump from cliff edges in the name of sport?

  9. Taxing private schools

    The boss of a private school who thinks charging VAT on fees damages the education system.

  10. Could Iran Shake Our Economy?

    What might conflict in the Middle East mean for drilling in the North Sea?

  11. Humza Yousaf on Iran

    The former first minister tells Martin Geissler why he fears all-out war.

  12. What’s Going on in Schools?

    Conversation about Scotland’s biggest news stories, hosted by Martin Geissler.

  13. Minimum income guarantee

    Martin and Natalie hear why some think all should be guaranteed a minimum income level.

  14. Could AI take YOUR job?

    Martin Geissler and Natalie Higgins ask what role AI will play – and what threat it poses.

  15. Is Swinney Safe?

    Laura Miller and Natalie Higgins discuss reports of disharmony among some SNP members.

  16. Acorn Project

    Why some activists claim a new energy scheme in Aberdeenshire is ‘greenwashing’.

  17. Life as a Criminal Lawyer

    A solicitor tells us what’s going wrong with the system – and why he’s sticking with it.

  18. M&S Hack

    Martin Geissler and Natalie Higgins hear about the rise of hacking gangs.

  19. JJ Chalmers interview

    Martin Geissler and Laura Miller hear from former marine JJ Chalmers.

  20. Flamingo Land Ruffles Feathers

    Campaigners vow to fight plans for a Flamingo Land resort on the banks of Loch Lomond.

  21. Is Independence a Priority?

    Keir Starmer has ruled out an independence vote. Why isn't John Swinney calling for one?

  22. Spain Bar Shooting

    How a decades-old grudge may have led to brutal killings in Spain.

  23. Devi Sridhar interview

    Martin Geissler talks to health expert Professor Devi Sridhar.

  24. Stuart Ralston Interview

    Martin Geissler and Laura Miller hear from the latest Scot to be awarded a Michelin Star.

  25. Reform’s racism row ad

    Why is Nigel Farage doubling down on Reform’s online advert?

  26. Why Are Kids Carrying Knives?

    Martin Geissler and Laura Miller ask: how violent are the lives of our children?

  27. Net zero targets

    As experts promote electric cars and heat pumps, are the financial rewards great enough?

  28. Prostitution Bill

    Will a bill to criminalise buying sex improve or harm the safety of women selling it?

  29. Starmer’s EU deal

    Martin Geissler and Natalie Higgins ask whether the UK could eventually rejoin the EU.

  30. Rose Docherty Interview

    Conversation about Scotland’s biggest news stories, hosted by Martin Geissler.

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