Untribal Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Innes meets with Amy Callaghan MP. They talk about her journey, battling through skin cancer and a brain haemorrhage to become an inspirational MP and reform Westminster. They also discuss her campaign to be re-elected.
Innes speaks again to Liberal Democrat candidate for Moray, Nairn and Strathspey, Neil Alexander.
Innes speaks to Out for Indy after leadership responded to their statement. They address so-called 'divisions' in the SNP.
Innes meets Sara Salyers of Salvo to speak about Scottish constitutional rights. They speak at length about Scotland's relationship with the UK and where political discourse is heading.
Innes speaks to several guests about the big news of the day: Humza Yousaf has resigned as First Minister of Scotland.
Innes heads over to Parliament to speak to Gaza Solidarity Scotland. They're protesting outside Holyrood as they feel the Scottish Government is complicit in Gaza "genocide."
Innes catches up with Josh to discuss the SNP's dip in popularity according to the polls. He also welcomes guest Robbie Travers to discuss Scottish politics and fuzzy red monsters.
Innes meets representatives of 'This is Rigged' climate protestors on the same day Parliament has been covered in red paint by their activists. Find out why.
Innes meets Dame Jackie Baillie for a catch up. She takes on social media questions posed by the Untribal faithful.
Innes meets fellow political commentator Andrew Liddle for a gab about politics. They give some predictions for the next General Election.
Innes meets independence campaigner, Ali Heather, for a chat about the independence movement, Scottish culture and the 'Don't Be That Guy' campaign.
Innes meets Kirsty Blackman MP. They discuss the Royal Family, democracy and climate action.
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Innes meets Lib Dem whistleblower Emma Walker, replying to claims made by previous guest Wendy Chamberlain regarding complaints made by her about the culture of the party.
Innes meets former police officer Wendy Chamberlain MP. They discuss her story, UK knife crime and questions put forward on social media by the Untribal faithful.
Innes meets Cllr Adam Mcvey at Edinburgh City Chambers for a chat about Youth Centre cuts. He claims a culture of secrecy Lib Dem/Conservative/Labour coalition as they made decisions on cuts in private. In other words, proper process wasn't followed.
Innes meets Daniel Johnson MSP for a blether about our tax system, immigration and what to expect from Labour at the General Election.
Innes meets Martin Green to discuss his three part audio drama 'Keli'. They also speak about the relation between music and politics & life as a musician in modern day Scotland.
Innes meets his pal Charlotte Armitage for a chat about gender-based violence. Charlotte is a political activist and works for Scottish Govt Minister Paul McLennan.
Innes meets a representative of Financially Included, an organisation challenging gender-based economic abuse, to continue Untribal's 16 days of activism.
Innes meets Graham Goulden to discuss the vital role men will play in challenging violence against women and girls.
Innes continues the series of podcasts speaking to activists about their party's vision ahead of the next General Election.
Innes meets the co-founder of 'Future Voices' to discuss a campaign to show what an independent Scotland would look like.
Innes meets pro-Palestine activist to continue coverage of the conflict in the Middle East.
Innes meets fellow Scottish politics commentator Dean Thomson to discuss the Isreal-Hamas conflict.
First of a series of podcasts speaking to activists about their party's vision for the next General Election. First up: Labour.
Innes meets Herald columnist and award-winning investigative journalist, Neil Mackay. After his long-awaited appearance on the Untribal Podcast, they discuss his journey, the state of Scottish politics and the damaging nature of social media.
Innes meets Shadow Secretary of State for Scotland, Ian Murray. They go through questions from our social media followers.
Innes meets a cuttla Rangers fans to delve deeper into the '90 minute bigot' phenomenon.
Don't be fooled by the columns that she's got, she's still Kelly fae the block.
Innes is joined by Kelly Given in the studio for her second Untribal Podcast appearance. They discuss public sector reform, Long Covid and the hotly anticipated march for independence.
Innes meets Seamas Carey to discuss his show about... well, I'm sure you get the drift.
Innes meets Raymond Wilson to discuss his show and how it explores healthy masculinity, men's self-worth & working-class access to nature.
Innes meets Alex from Tortoise in a Nutshell to speak about their show 'Concerned Others' and the substance abuse crises in Scotland.
Innes meets Councillor Bailey-Lee Robb to discuss juryless trials, our final episode before summer recess.
Innes and Josh talk about the state of the SNP and Scottish politics generally. They also ponder which politician they'd most like to take on a date & what parliamentary squad they'd recruit for a night out.
Innes meets local lad Daniel Holligan for a blether about his politics. They talk about independence, struggles in the teaching sector and experiences of the LGBT community in modern Scotland.
Innes meets co-founder of Kyinska Advocacy and Twitter's 'Miss J' to discuss sexual misconduct in sport.
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Innes meets a member of Covid Action Scotland to discuss the Scottish Government's decision to withdraw mask-wearing in healthcare services.
Innes meets Alice Jackson, co-founder of 'Strut Safe' and 'End Public Sexual Harassment.' They talk all things feminism in modern society.
Innes goes on call with political activist Josh Mennie to get a gauge of the mood in SNP's camp with so much going on. A serious conversation about Scottish politics turns into one about ghosts, the Big Bang theory and philosophy of religion.
Innes meets 'marketing maestro' David Hood. David was an early member of Business For Scotland and has campaigned for Scottish Independence since he was a bairn. They have an insightful discussion about the constitution question through the ages.
Innes meets a representative of White Ribbon Scotland, Rebekah Cheung. They discuss campaign goals and what can be done amongst men to end violence against women.
Innes and Josh meet with Ash's campaign manager for a riveting hour of discussion after hearing the results of the SNP leadership election.
Innes remembers Iraq 20 years on. He goes off on one about military interventions and gives some interesting insight into the racial and gendered undertones playing a role in decision-making.
Innes, Sally, Josh and Caitlin review the SNP hustings over the past week & look ahead to the remaining debates.
Innes meets SNP's Drew Hendry to discuss the 'It's your money' campaign. In trying times, he's got a plan to get some of your money back off energy companies. This is how to withDrew
Innes meets ex-serving polis officer, Luca Margiotta. They discuss freedom of speech and its delicate balance on digital platforms.
Breaking news: FM Nicola Sturgeon has resigned. Innes hosts Kyle Thomson, Neil Bibby, Sally Donald & Kelly fae the Telly.
Innes meets owner of Precision Spirits, Guy Wardrop. They discuss the Deposit Return Scheme and it's consequences for small business.
Innes meets game-designing, rugby-playing Convenor of the Moray Liberal Democrats. Can his army of Liberal elves take over the tomb gates of Elgin held by Douglas Ross' orcs and goblins?
Innes meets co-founder of 'Make PSH Illegal,' Sally Donald. They discuss a disappointing turn of conversation on the GRR Bill, struggles of women in politics and the campaign to make Public Sexual Harassment illegal.
Innes meets Matty Fairnie, host of the Longbangers podcast. They talk about politics in sport and sectarianism in Scottish football.
Innes meets Kelly Given. They discuss the hardships faced with invisible disabilities, Kelly's testing journey in Channel 4's 'Make Me Prime Minister' & what the future may hold for the up and coming political activist.
Innes meets MP Mhairi Black. They discuss a wild journey down to Westminster, the new Scottish Democracy Movement and whether she'd take Boris Johnson's barnet, dandruff or political views if she had to.
Innes meets Max Mitchell. They talk through a day in the life of a local councillor in Inverleith Ward, Edinburgh. They also discuss Max's frustrations with the SNP and a "rushed" legislation on freezing rent.
Innes meets Alasdair Allan. They discuss the potential danger of British nationalism in Scottish culture, his time in the committee handling complaints led by Alex Salmond and his views on same sex marriage.
Innes meets Josh Scanlon, a youth officer for the SNP and an independence enthusiast. Together they discuss Josh's journey into Scottish politics and some key issues surrounding the independence question.
Innes meets leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats, Alex Cole-Hamilton. Amongst other issues, they discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine and what it means for global Britain.
Innes meets SNP's Karen Adam. As they discuss racism in Scotland and social media abuse, this is Untribal's most powerful podcast recording yet.
Innes meets environmentalist and MSP for the Scottish Greens: Maggie Chapman. They discuss her fascinating journey from Zimbabwe to Scotland, the recent political history of her homeland and how that's influenced her life. They also have an issue-based conversation on hostility in Scottish politics and the climate crises.
Innes meets Evangelic Christian and Scottish Conservative MSP, Jeremy Balfour. They discuss religion's place in modern UK society and the issue of sectarianism.
Innes meets SNP's Fiona Hyslop. They discuss the SNP's vision for Scotland, the drugs crises and trans rights.
Innes meets Orkney's finest Liam McArthur. They discuss Ukraine, his vision for Britain and other patter to dae wi the Lib Dems.
Innes meets the man who was the Scottish Parliament's youngest elected MSP at the age of 21, Ross Greer. They discuss freeports, the Scottish independence debate on pensions and BBC bias.
Innes meets long-standing MP for Edinburgh South, Ian Murray. After learning about Ian's life, they discuss the rising cost of living, Ukraine and the health crises in Scotland.
Innes meets Scottish Labour's Deputy Leader, Jackie Baillie. They discuss Jackie's life, her views on military interventions in times of humanitarian crises and why it just doesny feel right to support Scottish independence. She is also forced to choose between watching Braveheart with Nicola Sturgeon and reciting Oxford poetry with Boris Johnson.
Innes meets Co-Leader of the Green Party in Scotland, Patrick Harvie. They discuss a crazy week in UK Politics after parties in 10 Downing Street throughout lockdown have been publicly revealed. They also discuss the civil war in the Conservatives Party, public trust and what this means for the independence referendum debate.
Innes meets MSP for Northern Edinburgh and Leith, Ben Macpherson. After the monumental findings by George Monbiot in the secret admissions to the Police Bill in the UK, they discuss the impact this will have on protesting and how damaging this may be for democracy. They also discuss the Royal Family, Independence and locals from the Central Belt in Scotland being priced out in the property market.
Innes gets to know Ian Blackford and some his experiences in Westminster. He also gets an insight into Ian's views on things like the UK's military interventions in places such as Libya and Afghanistan.
Innes meets leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats, Alex Cole Hamilton. After getting to know his story, they discuss government sleaze, the environment and some uncovered ground with his party peer Willie Rennie.
Innes meets former Deputy leader of the Scottish Conservatives, Murdo Fraser. After getting to know Murdo's story, they discuss the stigma attached to the word 'Tory' and some controversial comments about the War on Drugs.
Innes meets Willie Rennie, former leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats for 10 years. After learning about his journey into Scottish politics, they talk about the arguably hostile political environment in the UK right now, the European Union and Scottish independence.
Innes meets co-leader of the Scottish Green Party, Lorna Slater. After getting to know a bit about her they talk independence, Cop 26 and the drugs crises in Scotland.