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The BBC's Scottish news podcast, hosted by Martin Geissler. Conversation with trusted journalists and experts about the country's biggest stories.
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Who Killed Emma?

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The naked body of a young woman is found in isolated woods. Police never catch her killer. Journalist Sam Poling's investigation takes her into a dark and unsettling world of sex, rape, lies and murder. And it leads her to confront the man she believes is the prime suspect. From BBC Scotland, Who Killed Emma? Is an eight-part podcast that forensically takes apart the police investigation into Emma's murder and unravels the impact of a series of coincidences and missed opportunities until a c ...
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Dead Man Running

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A missing British tourist, a US-wide manhunt and the untold story of how a local celebrity became an international fugitive after his dark past begins to catch up with him.
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Word Up!

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Word Up! introduces listeners to Scotland in all its diverse and multifaceted glory. Across the series, you'll hear the voices of trailblazers, unsung heroes and much more.
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Witch Hunt

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From the 16th to the early 18th centuries, witch hunts took place in Scotland. In this podcast series Susan Morrison, along with Dr Louise Yeoman and a team of expert historians, explores how events aligned to allow this to happen. How did it get to the stage where many innocent people, mostly women, were executed for imaginary crimes
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The Cruelty

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In 2021, Davie Donaldson sought to solve the long-standing mystery of the Unknown Bairn, a young boy whose body washed up on a Scottish beach and was never claimed. Since that time, a number of Scottish Travellers have contacted him with stories of children being forcibly removed from their families. This becomes the catalyst for Davie's investigation into why this happened and whether it was sanctioned by the church and state. Along the way, the mystery that began it all re-enters Davies' l ...
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Clever About Cash

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Clever About Cash offers practical advice on how to navigate the challenging area of personal finance. Kim McAllister and Eileen Adamson talk to experts who suggest tips which can make a real difference to your bank balance. Whatever your financial situation, this is the show to help you make the most of what you've got and learn how to make some more.
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Movie Café

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Janice Forysth with news and reviews of the latest movie releases, interviews with the stars and directors of the moment and what to look out for in new DVD releases. Plus updates and features on what's happening in the world of film around Scotland.
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Football Daily

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The latest news, insight, analysis and big name guests from the Premier League and the Football League, plus Scottish, International and European football. Join us! Get in touch with us @5liveSport on social media and remember to leave us your ratings and reviews.
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Whether you're a lifelong Lionesses fan or just getting into the women's game, BBC Women's Football Weekly brings you closer to the action with new episodes every week. Ben Haines teams up with England's record goalscorer Ellen White and former Scotland international Jen Beattie to unpack the biggest talking points from the Women's Super League and beyond - covering match previews, standout performances, and all the drama on and off the pitch. BBC Women's Football Weekly also features exclus ...
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Rugby Union Weekly

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Rugby Union Weekly is presented by Ugo Monye, Chris Jones and Danny Care. Between the bickering and tangents they'll bring you special guests and cover the biggest stories in the game. Get in touch with the pod via 5 Live Sport on social media or email [email protected], and remember to leave us your ratings and reviews!
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Radio Free Skaro is possibly the most popular, most prolific and charmingly irreverent (but never irrelevant) Doctor Who podcast around. Since August 2006, hosts Warren (in Vancouver, BC) and Steven (in Edmonton, AB) have provided listeners with their brand of amusing Doctor Who praise and punishment. A year later, Chris (also in Edmonton, AB) was added to the team, and The Three Who Rule were born. Recommended by Doctor Who Magazine, Radio Free Skaro provides an entertaining and diverting l ...
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Welcome to UK News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Tune in to stay updated on the latest news from the UK, covering politics, culture, business, and more. Whether you're a UK resident, an expat, or simply interested in British affairs, UK News Daily is your reliable source. Tune in every day to be well-informed and to stay ...
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Black Museum

Black Museum

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The Black Museum was a 1951 radio crime drama program independently produced by Harry Alan Towers and based on real-life cases from the files of Scotland Yard’s Black Museum. Ira Marion was the scriptwriter, and music for the series was composed and conducted by Sidney Torch. Although often mistakenly cited as being produced for the BBC, the series was produced and syndicated commercially by Towers throughout the English speaking world.
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Talk Media

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Broadcaster Stuart Cosgrove and Professor Eamonn O’Neill host Talk Media: a forensic analysis of how the media works, and who works the media. Packed full of candid commentary and informed opinion, Talk Media features a weekly guest commentator from the worlds of journalism, entertainment and politics. Hour-long episodes are published weekly on Wednesday evenings via Patreon. Join now to listen for 99p per week (+ VAT): patreon.com.talkmedia
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LabourTALK

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Welcome to the LabourTALK Podcast. This podcast is produced by Glasgow Pollok Constituency Labour Party (CLP) member John Beattie. Subscribe for interviews from various Labour Party personnel discussing the current and relevant political issues from all levels of governance, including Local Authority, Scottish Parliament and Westminster. This is not an official Labour Party podcast. It is produced by Labour Party members to put forward progressive ideas and promote Labour Party policy, value ...
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Tom and Andy analyse the opportunities for Scotland in the Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 as well as previewing Glasgow and Edinburgh in the Champions Cup plus we hear from head coach Gregor Townsend and captain Sione Tuipulotu. With Scotland meeting a familiar foe in Ireland in pool D is beating them the secret sauce to opening up a world of possibili…
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There's been a raft of programming out on BBC Radio 4 and 5 Live over the past week about fatherhood. Feedback's heard from listeners to one particular series on Radio 4 - Father Figuring, presented by comedian Darren Harriott. In the series, Darren attempts to untangle his feelings about his complicated relationship with his own dad, and work out …
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Is it madness for Nancy to take the reins at Parkhead this weekend as Celtic face Hearts in a crucial top-of-the-table clash?Ray Bradshaw, Joelle Murray, and Cammy Bell break down all the big games of the weekend.Is Danny Rohl already staring at a pivotal match as Rangers take on Kilmarnock?Could this be the weekend David Martindale’s luck finally …
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Was Lewandowski’s penalty for Barcelona against Atletico his worst ever? And what’s your five-a-side team of famous footballing sons? John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Raphael Honigstein & Julien Laurens to answer those questions, they also discuss; the situation at Nice where Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga have both been placed on sick leav…
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(0:10): Massive M4 Eastbound Crash Causes Evening Chaos; Traffic Returns to Normal After Long Delays (2:01): BRIT Awards 2026 Critics' Choice Nominees: Meet the Rising Stars Shaping British Music (4:01): UK Launches Review of Mental Health Diagnoses Amidst Rising Benefits Claims (5:49): King Charles's Arctic Documentary Urges Urgent Action on Clima…
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If you’re interested in this episode, you may also like ‘Kezia Dugdale on Labour, trust and Rachel Reeves’ https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002mz87 The Prime Minister and Chancellor are visiting Scotland to talk defence and cost of living support, but how do their Scottish Labour colleagues really feel about Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves? An…
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What can you say on the radio these days? For some listeners, instances of swear words and racialised language do not belong on Radio 4. Andrea Catherwood sits down with "king of the bleep" Roger Mahony, the Head of Editorial Standards for Radio 4, Radio 4 Extra and On Demand Speech, to discuss listeners' concerns and ask how the decision to give c…
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Manchester United and England defender Maya le Tissier goes on a dog walk with Betty Glover! Maya reflects on her experiences growing up in Guernsey with stepbrother and Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott who has recently received his first call-up for England. Maya also talks about her own England experiences and ambitions.…
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Day two of the trial centres on evidence from Caroline's best friend, who reveals concerns about one of the three accused. There's also evidence from a witness - potentially someone who heard the attack on Caroline being carried out. And the 999 call, made by the person who found Caroline's body in the River Leven, is played to the court. There are…
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Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Steph Houghton and Stephen Warnock to reflect on the latest Premier League results. Hear from Daniel Farke as Leeds stun Chelsea at Elland Road. What will that result do to rebuild confidence in the Leeds manager? It’s eight wins in nine for Aston Villa, as despite going 2-nil down inside half an hour, they be…
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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Tommy Smith hear from new Middlesbrough boss Kim Hellberg. They look at the contenders chasing down Coventry – can Millwall make it to the Premier League? Everyone’s fearing for Swansea down the bottom. And what about strugglers Plymouth Argyle, Port Vale and Bristol Rovers? Plus, send us your EFL ‘hard man’ suggestions o…
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If you’re interested in this episode, you may also like ‘We’ll be coming! Why the football means so much’ https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002mckx Football fan groups say the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America could be the 'most expensive' ever. We ask the BBC’s Chris McLaughlin and Scotland fan Calum Brown whether dynamic pricing for tickets c…
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Chris, Tom and GRO bring you immediate reaction to the draw for the 2027 World Cup. England and Wales meet in Pool F while we can look forward to another instalment of the 'Tom English derby' as Scotland and Ireland were drawn together for the third World Cup in a row! But which team is the bigger winner from the draw down under? If South Africa ar…
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There's a pulsating night of action ahead in the Premiership as we preview Rangers’ trip to Tannadice, Hearts looking to get back on track at home to Kilmarnock and Aberdeen seeking to maintain their progress at home to St Mirren. With Iona Ballantyne, Michael Grant and Robbie Neilson.By BBC Radio Scotland
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Former Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Leeds United defender Stephen Warnock sits down to reflect on his footballing career. He opens up about the highs and lows of his playing days, including when his entire team found themselves locked up in the cells, when Big Sam handed him his credit card plus his PIN number and the dramatic story of when Liverpoo…
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Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Izzy Christiansen, Clinton Morrison and Statman Dave to reflect on all the latest Premier League action. The team reflect on a bonkers 5-4 match at Craven Cottage as Fulham nearly complete a comeback against Manchester City.We hear from Pep Guardiola and Erling Haaland as his goal puts him in the Hundred Club. Then,…
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If you’re interested in this episode, you may also like ‘Hot takes from Budget day’ https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002mp3z Chancellor Rachel Reeves has denied misleading the public over the state of public finances ahead of the UK Budget. We ask former Scottish Labour leader Professor Kezia Dugdale (pictured) about trust in politics and dealing…
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Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie reflect on how the international break has gone for England and how they look heading into 2026 with just eight camps left until the World Cup. Hear from Sarina Wiegman as she looks ahead to those qualifiers and having to face Spain again! The WSL returns this weekend with Jen and Ellen giving their thoughts …
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We discuss the managerial situation at Celtic as Wilfried Nancy is yet to arrive and preview their match with Dundee, while we also take a closer look at Motherwell and look ahead to their match with fellow overachievers Falkirk. With David Currie, Cillian Sheridan and Stephen McGowan.By BBC Radio Scotland
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West Ham Mourns Icon Billy Bonds: Tributes Pour In for Legendary Captain and Manager Calls Grow to Reopen Sexual Misconduct Case Against Late Harrods Boss Mohamed Al Fayed Cameron Barracks Asylum Plan Delayed Amid Safety and Engagement Concerns UK Sellers Peddling Illegal Weight-Loss Drugs Exploit Trustpilot to Appear Legitimate M&S Food Launches '…
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On MNC this week Mark Chapman, Andros Townsend, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith get into the one all draw between Chelsea and Arsenal and pose the question if discipline is an issue with Enzo Maresca’s side? And look into their mentality after playing with ten men. They hear from Tottenham fan Jack Hussey after Thomas Frank said the supporters who booe…
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Danny, Ashy and Chris dissect another dismal day for Wales as they end 2025 with a record home defeat. How much would the young Welsh players actually have learned from their 73-0 defeat to South Africa? We also discuss Eben Etzebeth’s red card for the eye gouge on Alex Mann that took the shine off another dominant Springboks win. We look at the re…
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The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! Stuart and Tam joined by Kenny Macintyre, who reveals he has prostate cancer and tells our male listeners about how important it is to get checked - especially if there's a history of prostate cancer in the family. Mimmo Rossi talks about watching Maradona train while he was playing for Napoli, …
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If you’re interested in this episode, you may also like: ‘Derailed’: what now for £50m public inquiry? https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002mp1y First minister John Swinney says the Scottish government will clarify its position on an inquiry into grooming gangs before Christmas. Labour MP Joani Reid (pictured) tells us why she wants Scotland to fo…
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Victory over Hibs cuts the gap at the top of the Scottish Premiership table to two points after Hearts draw with Motherwell, Rangers struggle to a draw with Falkirk, Aberdeen move up to seventh and the Scottish Cup fourth round draw throws up some tantalising ties as Auchinleck Talbot will face Celtic. We round up all the talking points of the week…
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Did Chelsea make a statement with their 1-1 draw against Arsenal? Enzo Maresca’s side took a point and caused Arsenal problems despite playing more than 50 minutes with 10-men after Moises Caicedo’s first-half red card. Rick Edwards is joined by Don Hutchison and Luke Edwards to discuss that and whether Liverpool’s 2-0 win against West Ham gave a f…
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It's a veritable tsunami of The War Between the Land and the Sea news this week, including a trailer, a new episode of the Whoniverse Show, Turf and Surf behind the scenes VAM, a reassurance from RTD that yes, he will eventually write a 2026 Xmas special, deleted scenes, dollies, figurines, AND part the fourth of our retrospective of Children of Ea…
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In episode two of our bumper Champions Cup preview, Ashy and Chris catch up with Lions hero Hugo Keenan who reflects on his winning try in the MCG and Leinster's ambition to add fifth star to the jersey. High-flying Sale winger Tom Roebuck looks back on his breakthrough autumn with England and reveals he scored his try against the All Blacks with a…
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The Spirit of Adventure Festival is hosted this weekend by Paralympic champion Karen Darke and features Claire Alldritt, who embarked on a 1000 mile trek with her horses in 2022. Rachel joins them to chat next adventures. In this week’s podcast excerpt, Mark meets climber Guy Robertson whose latest book, The Great Mixed Climbs of Scotland, co-produ…
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In this week’s edition of the Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to former Manchester United player and manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. They discuss how he went from being in the army at the age of 20 to winning the Champions League with Man Utd. They also reflect on Sir Alex Ferguson impacting his journey into management and how his tenure as …
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(0:10): Labour Faces Backlash Over Reduced Worker Protections in Employment Rights Bill Compromise (2:21): Tour de France Legend Transitions to Strategic Leadership Role at Ineos (4:04): UK Net Migration Hits Five-Year Low Amidst New Policy Reforms and Increased Emigration (6:31): Eric Clapton Headlines Sandringham Estate Concert Series Finale in A…
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Ian Dennis returns alongside John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball to talk travels, football and commentary. Steve Bunce joins the pod with boxing returning to BBC primetime television this weekend for the first time in 20 years. Clash of the Commentators returns. Plus your unintended pub names and the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Suggestions welc…
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(0:10): UK Gambling Tax Hike: Online Duties Soar, Industry Braces for $540M Hit (3:01): Major Cyber Attack Disrupts London Councils, Experts Mobilized to Protect Services (5:08): Farage Faces Allegations of Past Misconduct Amid Reform UK's Poll Surge: Calls for Transparency Grow (7:18): UK Budget Forecast: Inflation & Unemployment Rise in 2025-26, …
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It’s finally happened. The stars aligned and we managed to get Ashy and his old sparring partner Manu Tuilagi in the same room to talk about that infamous moment at Welford Road 14 years ago. Chris helps us finally get to the bottom of what sparked it, and we quiz Manu on life in France and his return to fitness. Is the former England centre seriou…
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Steve Crossman is joined by European football experts and stars of the Euro Leagues; Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle. The hot topic on the pod is Cristiano Ronaldo - after been given a straight red card in Portugal’s World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland a few weeks ago, Ronaldo was set to miss the first two match…
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Mark Steel's In Town has just completed it's 14th series, and listeners from Shetland to Rutland and beyond have been tuning in. But what do they make of it? And what goes into putting each episode together? Mark joins presenter Andrea Catherwood on Feedback to answer your questions and unravel how the programme works. Some listeners also had quest…
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It’s the last international break of 2025 so Ben Haines and Emma Sanders are back at St. George’s Park as the Lionesses prepare for two friendlies against China and Ghana. Em catches up with Liverpool captain Grace Fisk, who tells us about receiving another call-up, being a sponge around the senior leadership group on camp and being taught by an FB…
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