Black Scot Pod

Society EN ↓ 82 episodes

Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop-culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_ Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts! Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.comDisclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker alone, and may not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s).

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07. The Entanglement, Edinburgh and Chatroullete days 14.07.2020 49:04

We're back with another episode! This week, we go over 'The Entanglement', the Edinburgh nightlife scene and reminisce about the good old Chatroullete days... Follow us on @ blackscotpod  on your fav socials, or @ _shirleymcpherson_  and @ suziemwanza  to get involved! NEW EPISODE OUT EVERY WEDNESDAY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06. Mental Health, Self Esteem and Personal Resilience 08.07.2020 44:37

On this weeks episode, we talk about the importance of having conversations about mental health, self esteem and personal resilience being taught in schools. plus, Shirley recounts a time when she had to text a picture of her crying face to her manager, and Suzie tells an embarrassing story off a failed date... Follow us on @ blackscotpod  on your fav socials, or @ _shirleymcpherson_  an...

05. The Expectations of Black Excellency vs Being Yourself 01.07.2020 34:52

This week, we discuss the cultural and societal expectations placed on us to be "Black and Excellent" as the first generation. we also touch on nosy neighbours and impromptu Instagram photoshoots outside Suzie's building! Follow us on @ blackscotpod  on your fav socials, or @ _shirleymcpherson_  and @ suziemwanza  to get involved! NEW EPISODE OUT EVERY WEDNESDAY! Hosted on Acast. Se...

04. Celebrity, Morality and Missing Edges... 23.06.2020 38:24

This week, we discus the morality of celebrity, should we expect more from celebrities on serious issues? Plus, Shirley recounts how she lost her edges to Covid. Follow us on @ blackscotpod  on your fav socials, or @ _shirleymcpherson_  and @ suziemwanza  to get involved! NEW EPISODE OUT EVERY WEDNESDAY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03. Pandemics and Pronunciations 12.06.2020 58:00

We are back! After a long break, we are back- with a third episode! This week we caught up to discuss the two pandemics threatening our lives- Covid-19 and Racism. Follow us on @blackscotpod on your fav socials, or @_shirleymcpherson_ and @suziemwanza to get involved! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02. Every Month is Black History Month 17.10.2019 1:04:43

In this weeks episode, Shirley and Suzie talk about Black History month, Brexit and other shenanigans. Follow us on @blackscotpod on your fav socials, or @_shirleymcpherson_ and @suziemwanza to get involved! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01. Moving to Scotland, Culture Shock and Colour 1B Hair 03.10.2019 1:03:59

Shirley and Suzie discuss everything from how they met, culture shock, and everything in between in this first episode of black scot pod. Follow us on @blackscotpod on your fav socials, or @_shirleymcpherson_ and @suziemwanza to get involved! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.