Best University Of Dundee Podcasts (2025)

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Dundee debt-busting scheme tries to tackle poverty 23:47

16h ago23:47

23:47

Dundee and the wider Tayside region has served as the pilot for a scheme to tackle public debt. National charity Aberlour have been helping families in poverty unable to pay their rent or council tax. But how has the project worked for the local community, and can it actually save taxpayers’ cash?By DC Thomson

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Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay interview 21:03

8d ago21:03

21:03

Scottish Conservative chief Russell Findlay joins us ahead of his party’s conference in Edinburgh this weekend. He speaks candidly about his first year in the job and addresses Tory council defections to Reform. We also hear exclusively about his party’s proposals for an emergency law to fast-track A9 dualling.…

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Nigel Farage and Keir Starmer in Scotland 24:50

15d ago24:50

24:50

Two political heavyweights started the week in Scotland, and we went to speak to both. In Aberdeen, Nigel Farage unveiled his latest north-east defector from the Tories. And in Glasgow, Keir Starmer outlined the impact of his defence spending plans. We look through the developments - including a weird Reform attack on the media - to see what it mea…

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St Andrews University, Israel and Gaza 25:03

22d ago25:03

25:03

This week's episode focuses on our in-depth coverage of the fall-out from the St Andrews University rector's comments on Israel. We reveal the behind-the-scenes efforts to secure £2m from a spooked donor, and allegations of hate crimes in the ancient university town. The by-election in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse is turning poisonous. We look…

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Reform defections and the future of colleges 27:31

29d ago27:31

27:31

The link between a college funding crisis and the future of jobs is becoming clear. We look closely at UHI Perth, and at Nescol in Aberdeen, Peterhead and Fraserburgh to see what it means. If they can't train the workers of the future, what's the point of worrying about that fabled energy industry 'just transition' anyway? We also look at polling s…

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Raac and ruin 27:52

1M ago27:52

27:52

Reporter Lindsay Bruce joins the podcast to describe what’s happening in communities affected by the crumbling concrete crisis caused by Raac in housing. Lindsay has spent months speaking with people who are losing their homes in places such as Torry in Aberdeen. Parts of Dundee are also caught up in the crisis, leaving local government with a heft…

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Leading doctor on Scotland's fragile NHS 36:06

1M ago36:06

36:06

Inverness GP Dr Iain Kennedy, the British Medical Association's Scottish council chairman, joins us for a full interview on the stresses and strains in the NHS. We look into the findings of our own survey which explores real-life experiences of the health service. Dr Kennedy has clear messages to the political leaders who will find the NHS front an…

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Union chief Roz Foyer interview 23:50

2M ago23:50

23:50

The STUC’s Roz Foyer joins us in Dundee where union members held their annual congress. Roz sets out the big challenges ahead for jobs, the decline of Grangemouth refinery, higher education and the future of the economy. She reflects on speeches to union members from First Minister John Swinney and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar. And she warns …

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Supreme Court 'biological women' fall-out 26:56

2M ago26:56

26:56

We look at the fall-out from the Supreme Court ruling on women being defined by their biological sex in equalities law. What does it mean in practice? And how are politicians and activists responding? One MSP, the newly elected Dundee University rector Maggie Chapman, is at the centre of a backlash for calling the court “bigoted”. We also discuss w…

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Strikes at Robert Gordon University, John Swinney's reset and MSPs deal with 'burn-out' 25:39

2M ago25:39

25:39

It’s Holyrood recess, but the headlines keep coming. This week, the team speaks to striking staff outside Robert Gordon University fighting cuts in an education funding crisis. We also look at First Minister John Swinney’s latest reset while the world tries to get used to Donald Trump’s tariff whims. And we take a close look at MSP “burn-out” as po…

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Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey interview 20:51

2M ago20:51

20:51

We speak to Lib Dem leader Ed Davey in Inverness as his party looks to the Highlands ahead of next year’s Holyrood election. He discusses the party’s hopes of making gains across the region – including in the Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch constituency currently held by Kate Forbes. The Lib Dem leader also talks international affairs including the UK’…

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New Dundee University rector interview 22:40

3M ago22:40

22:40

We speak to Maggie Chapman, who saw off a challenge from TV Gladiator Sabre in an election to the role of Dundee University rector. She tells us about her plans to help fix the crisis-hit institution and how she learned from her previous rector post at Aberdeen University. We also bring the story up to date on the political angles and on-campus wor…

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Assisted dying interview 18:24

3M ago18:24

18:24

We speak with Willie Rennie, the former Scottish Lib Dem leader, on his decision to go public in support of assisted dying proposals. The MSP for North East Fife tells us what swayed his opinion while the debate plays out across Scotland and in all parts of the UK. We also hear what’s in store for his party’s upcoming conference in Inverness…

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Dundee University finance scandal deepens 23:08

3M ago23:08

23:08

Bosses at Dundee University admit the institution could have run out of cash by June without support. The revelations from parliament are the latest in a long-running saga. We discuss an extraordinary evidence session heard by Holyrood’s education committee on Wednesday. Plus, our reporters look at the big names leaving Holyrood at the next electio…

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Dundee University jobs crisis 27:29

3M ago27:29

27:29

More than 600 jobs are at risk at Dundee University. While managers take desperate measures to cut a £35 million deficit, what happens next? We discuss our exclusive coverage including an interview with principal Shane O’Neill. Our reporters describe the impact among staff outside the university. And we look at what this means for Dundee, Scotland …

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An eye-opening trip to Ukraine 25:47

4M ago25:47

25:47

We’re joined by two Scottish MPs fresh from Ukraine where they saw first hand what Russia’s war means. Arbroath and Broughty Ferry SNP MP Stephen Gethins was in the country with Dunfermline and Dollar Labour MP Graeme Downie. They explain what it’s like to see a day in the life of a Ukrainian sheltering from Russian drones. And they reflect on the …

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John Swinney interview 37:38

4M ago37:38

37:38

Scottish First Minister John Swinney speaks to The Stooshie for a feature-length interview as he nears a year in the top job. He talks about the vital support of family, and how early morning runs listening to The Jam (and his friend Pete Wishart's band Runrig) keep him going. We cover the big challenges he faces in the NHS and education - includin…

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Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar interview 18:48

4M ago18:48

18:48

Anas Sarwar joins us as his party’s conference gets under way in Glasgow this weekend. Can he get over the obstacles since Labour’s general election win and be next first minister of Scotland? The Glasgow MSP joins us to discuss policies, polling set-backs and more.By DC Thomson

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Scotland Office minister on energy jobs promises 25:12

4M ago25:12

25:12

Labour politicians are getting flak over energy job promises again, but seem to think the public don’t really mind. Do you? We spoke to UK Government Kirsty McNeill, and Scottish Labour’s Michael Marra, about economic fortunes. And after big SNP promises of budget boosts, what do Fife paramedics on the frontline think about reality for the NHS?…

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Justice for tragic Elgin bus driver Keith Rollinson, another NHS reset and a complex NHS Fife trans doctor tribunal 27:11

5M ago27:11

27:11

After the death of Elgin bus driver Keith Rollinson, is justice too soft for young offenders? How are doctors reacting to John Swinney’s big NHS speech? And we explain the upcoming NHS Fife trans doctor tribunal, with all its implications.By DC Thomson

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Who’s securing Scotland’s sea borders? 26:28

5M ago26:28

26:28

Donald Trump is back in the White House and the world is braced for what comes next. As he eyes up taking over the continent from North Pole to Panama, how will Russia react? And crucially, are we exposed to increased risk of sabotage in our waters around the Atlantic and North Sea coasts? We also look closer to home on the future of mental health …

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Maybe the public don't like honesty after all 27:11

5M ago27:11

27:11

The polls are in, and it’s grim reading for Keir Starmer. Reform are on the rise, and the SNP shows no sign of rolling over for Scottish Labour. As Scottish Secretary Ian Murray wonders aloud if the public like honesty after all, we look at the tough road ahead. We also take a look inside Donald Trump’s mind and wonder what’s in store for us after …

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What’s coming up in 2025? 32:04

5M ago32:04

32:04

The team returns for a new year to consider what the big stories will be. Budgets take centre stage, including alarm over university finances and the NHS. Money can be found for a broken mountain railway in the Cairngorms, so why not everywhere else? And will our politicians find a way to respond to Donald Trump and social media doomscroller-in-chi…

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2024 Politics Quiz 32:33

6M ago32:33

32:33

When you really think about, 2024 seems more like a fever dream than anything else. Remember Rishi Sunak’s rain-drenched resignation? Ed Davey’s bizarre attention grabbing stunts? Humza Yousaf’s abrupt, self-inflicted implosion? Play along with our team of politics reporters in our end-of-year quiz to see if you’ve been switched on or turned off.…

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University crisis and featured interview on cancer surgery 22:58

6M ago22:58

22:58

We discuss the crisis at Dundee University after weeks of difficult headlines over finances and senior leadership. Is there a problem in Scottish higher education? We also have a featured interview with a Stonehaven cancer survivor who spent £30,000 on a private breast reconstruction op to avoid the prospect of years waiting on NHS. Why are so many…

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Skye shooting gun control, ferry to Europe, and NHS crisis 20:24

7M ago20:24

20:24

This week’s Stooshie focuses on the political questions for gun control in the wake of the Skye shooting spree, which ended in court last week. We hear from P&J investigations reporter Dale Haslam for the inside story. We also speak to Labour MP Graeme Downie about his hopes to restart talks to bring back the ferry link between Rosyth and Europe. A…

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Dundee and Angus College plans - and the university funding crisis 25:26

7M ago25:26

25:26

We are joined by The Courier’s Dundee Area Editor Laura Devlin to discuss her exclusive on Dundee and Angus College’s £265 million transformation plans. The college’s ambitious plans involve creating two new campuses, in the City of Discovery and Angus, and expanding its third campus at Gardyne. We also discuss some of our exclusive coverage on the…

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SNP justice secretary on prisoner release 20:40

7M ago20:40

20:40

Scotland’s justice secretary, Angela Constance, explains plans to release more prisoners earlier in their sentences. We hear about aims to improve prisons in places such as Inverness, as well as her hopes to focus on community-based justice. The team wraps up a week of SNP intrigue sparked by our exclusive coverage of Stephen Flynn’s ambition to si…

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SNP election drama and oil in the dock 24:48

7M ago24:48

24:48

We discuss our exclusive on SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn hoping to move to Holyrood. We hear from energy historian Ewan Gibbs on lessons from the past on a “just transition” for oil workers. And we hear climate lawyer Tessa Khan as the Court of Session looks at the future of the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields off the Scottish coast…

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Andrew Bowie interview, Donald Trump, and Holyrood comes to Aberdeen 32:53

7M ago32:53

32:53

Conservative MP Andrew Bowie joins us to talk about his new role shadowing the Scotland Office, and admits they promised lots but fell short in government. The Aberdeenshire politician is also quizzed on his energy brief as rural pylon plans generate opposition. We look at Donald Trump’s shock return, the Scottish reaction, and the way-off predicti…

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Human cost of budget cuts 23:45

8M ago23:45

23:45

While MPs debate small fixes to budgets, we look at the human cost of years of cuts and austerity. From hollowed out health services, to public sector strikes, the problems run deep. The team also looks at Unison’s targeted industrial action in Perthshire, as council staff look for elusive money.By DC Thomson

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Alex Salmond remembered 27:45

8M ago27:45

27:45

In a special episode of The Stooshie, The Press and Journal's Adele Merson and The Courier's Alasdair Clark are joined by Perth MP Pete Wishart and former Scottish political editor Alan Roden to remember former first minister Alex Salmond after his sudden death on Saturday. They discuss Alex Salmond's complex legacy and the difficult set of emotion…

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Labour's Dundee hangover, Grampian breast cancer wait anger, and MP's Russia warnings 27:25

8M ago27:25

27:25

From Scotland to Georgia, this week’s episode covers a lot of ground. We get to grips with Labour’s shaky start, Dundee election setbacks and winter fuel payment woes. We discuss our exclusive reporting on the human cost of long waits for breast cancer surgery and reconstruction in Grampian. And we speak to Arbroath and Broughty Ferry MP Stephen Ge…

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Nairn banker murder hits Holyrood 26:59

9M ago26:59

26:59

Alistair Wilson was murdered on his doorstep 20 years ago. The case was raised with First Minister John Swinney in the Scottish Parliament last week. Crime reporter Bryan Rutherford describes why this case is now at boiling point, and why the government and chief constable need to find answers.By DC Thomson

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Scots aid worker Linda Norgrove's Afghan legacy 19:18

9M ago19:18

19:18

The parents of Linda Norgrove, the Scottish aid worker killed in Afghanistan in 2010, speak to the Stooshie about her life and legacy. John and Lorna described their daughter’s determined efforts to help women in the country, one month after 19 students were able to come to Scotland to continue their studies. They talk about Linda’s adventurous spi…

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Scottish referendum 10 years on, with Yes Scotland chief Blair Jenkins 18:32

9M ago18:32

18:32

We look back at the pro-independence campaign in a two-part special featuring the leading figures from both sides. In this interview, we hear from Blair Jenkins, the chief of Yes Scotland. He reflects on the highs and lows, reveals what happened next behind the scenes, and suggests the country would say Yes if asked again. Look out for our second i…

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Scottish referendum 10 years on, with Better Together chief Blair McDougall 21:57

9M ago21:57

21:57

We look back at the pro-independence campaign in a two-part special featuring the leading figures from both sides. In this interview, we hear from Blair McDougall, the chief strategist of pro-UK group Better Together. He recalls working with the late Alistair Darling, political rivals, and considers if they took the right approach for a more defini…

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How Perth prison scheme aims to cut reoffending and ease prison overcrowding 25:48

9M ago25:48

25:48

Prison overcrowding is back in the headlines as some inmates are released early. But it’s not just prisoners serving their sentences, there are also big problems with the number of people on remand. We speak to Hamish Robertson, from the Wise Group, about a new project to tackle root problems, starting with a mentoring scheme in Perth.…

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All change, no cash 24:02

10M ago24:02

24:02

The Stooshie team is back from summer break to find the Scottish bank account has been cleared out. What do these cuts mean? Does John Swinney’s SNP or Keir Starmer’s Labour have a plan? Are the Conservatives really still scrapping over who should lead them back from election disaster?By DC Thomson

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Series 3: The Verdict 38:54

11M ago38:54

38:54

What did our experts and the jury of the day decide? How can people make a decision when experts disagree and who can be an expert in criminal cases? This episode covers all of the details and also answers the question of what happened to Scott and Monson after the trial. Join us on Facebook to see further resources and discuss the podcast or visit…

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Series 3: The Experiments 44:36

11M ago44:36

44:36

Content warning: graphic descriptions of injury and death involving a gun and mention of suicide Accident or murder? To determine which is the most likely explanation for Hambrough’s death, experts in both 1893 and the present carry out experiments to test what distance the shot could have come from. What exactly can these experiments tell us about…

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Series 3: The Motive 32:44

11M ago32:44

32:44

Alfred John Monson is accused of the murder of young Dudley Cecil Hambrough. For over 3 years Monson had acted not only as Hambrough’s tutor and guardian, but as his friend. What motive could there have been for Monson to commit murder? The prosecution say money. Join us for this episode as we scrutinise personal accounts, financial documents and t…

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Series 3: The Postmortem and the Gun 43:55

11M ago43:55

43:55

Content warning: this episode contains graphic descriptions of the autopsy process. A young man has been shot dead on a hunting trip; his two hunting companions are suspected of murder. With Monson arrested and Scott on the run, attention turns to the body. What can an autopsy tell us about how someone died? Can the postmortem and knowledge of ball…

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What next for the SNP and Tories, and what's it like to be an MP? 46:34

11M ago46:34

46:34

Scotland has had its say, and a week on from the election we survey the wreckage of the SNP and Conservative campaigns and try to work out what they might do next. We also hear from Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy's Melanie Ward, who shares an audio diary of her first days in Westminster as a new MP. And finally, will John Swinney and Keir Starmer find s…

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Bonus Episode for Series 3: VR and Forensic Science 20:03

12M ago20:03

20:03

This is a bonus episode designed to accompany Episode 2 of Series 3. It features an interview between Pennie Stuart and Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science Senior Research Engineer Vincenzo Rinaldi about the application of Virtual Reality in forensic science.By Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science

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Series 3: The Scene 44:04

12M ago44:04

44:04

The police believe the death of Cecil Hambrough was no accident. His tutor Alfred John Monson is arrested for his murder 20 days after the incident. Scott, the last member of the hunting party has disappeared. Now it is up to the experts to gather what evidence they can from the scene. But after all that time, is there any evidence left to find? Th…

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Polls and postal vote scandal 20:12

12M ago20:12

20:12

The opinion polls all agree who will be next prime minister. But lots of local contests are still far too close to call. What will the parties learn from crucial regional shifts in opinion? Some people won't get a say at all because of postal vote delays. We discuss the real-life impact and the anger building over the timing of this election.…

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Series 3: A Death 39:23

12M ago39:23

39:23

The early morning of Thursday 10 August 1893, a party of three men leave to hunt rabbits on the Ardlamont estate in Tighnabruaich—only two return. The youngest, Lieutenant Dudley Cecil Hambrough has died from a bullet to the back of his head. The local doctor decrees the death an accident, but is the story really so clear cut? In this episode, we q…

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Rishi returns as Tories brace 22:09

12M ago22:09

22:09

The prime minister was back in Scotland to help Douglas Ross in a tight contest. Were they words of encouragement or damage limitation? Can Lib Dems pull of a Highland surprise? And will Reform have any impact in Scotland? All that and analysis of the latest election coverage from political reporters across the P&J, The Courier and the Sunday Post.…

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Series 3: The Ardlamont Mystery 1:25

12M ago1:25

1:25

This third series of Inside Forensic Science delves into our most complicated historical case yet: the Ardlamont Trial. On 10 August 1893 a young man dies from a gunshot to the back of the head while hunting on the Ardlamont Estate. Was this incident an accident or did one of his hunting companions seek to benefit from his death? Inside Forensic Sc…

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