Blethered

Caitlyn Vanbeck talks about her early introduction to the entertainment industry, her time on the X Factor and the pressures that Reality TV fame brings. We discuss how people will pass judgement on whatever you do and why you should just do whatever you want to. You cannae please everybody, and who would want to anyway...? We also talk about Instagram and the false representation of reality that...

In this episode, I speak to Barlinnie Prison Officer Frank McEwan on his experiences in one of Britain's toughest jails. Frank shares his insight on how people get trapped in the cycle of offending, how society would benefit from treating addiction as a mental illness and how people in care need compassion, not condemnation. We discuss mental health issues, personal techniques for dealing with dem...

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Episode 11 of Blethered is with artist and creator Paul Dock. Known for his hilarious videos and funny patter, Paul is an artist/content creator from Glasgow and one of Scotland’s most popular characters. We speak about Paul’s life in Dundee, his funny videos and working with the BBC, and about him promoting TRNSMT tickets in return for a hug from Lewis Capaldi! Email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.c...

Martin Melly joins me to talk about his battle with depression. We discuss his experience in detail, the things he felt and how the light started to emerge at the end of the tunnel. This was a candid and raw account of a very difficult time, but with a happy ending and an inspirational outlook. There are stories, examples and pieces of advice that will help, as well as the overriding message that...

I was joined by Sarah McCardie and Maureen Carr to talk about their illustrious careers and experiences in the entertainment industry, about the all-female comedy company Witsherface and what the industry is like for women in the modern age. There's a whole lot of conversation and some good laughs, plus a couple of tunes. 'Mon! http://www.witsherface.com https://twitter.com/weemo67 https://twitter...

Actress and comedian Rachel Jackson joined me in the studio (yes, an actual studio) to talk about her career and what it's like to be a woman in stand up comedy. We talked about a whole load of things from how she got into both acting and comedy, to how I used to think that my life was The Truman Show, when I was 9 years old. Enjoy! email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/seanmcd...

Part 2 of my long chat with Scot Squad creator Joe Hullait. We talked about how TV shows are made, working with the BBC and The Comedy Unit and about the Scot Squad audition process. We also discussed the 'Paedo Hunters' phenomenon and how I got thrown out of a court room for laughing, when I was 18. Enjoy! email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 https://twitter.co...

In the first episode of this two-parter, I speak to Scot Squad creator Joe Hullait. We talked about his start in TV, working with Grado, taking David Hasslehoff for lunch and clashing with lunatics on the internet. email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://twitter.com/joehullait https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See...

Connor Friel speaks about his experiences with gambling addiction and how he regained control when it was severely impacting his life. We also talk about industry manipulation tactics, Fixed Odds Betting Terminals and how the digital age has made it all too easy to hand your money directly to betting companies. As someone who has little to no experience of gambling, this was an eye opening chat an...

I spoke to photographer, writer and TV Judge Tommy on his mixed heritage, his career so far and the famous Grannie Annie YouTube videos. email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com http://www.flickr.com/photos/tgkw/   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I speak to actor, writer and director Paul Black about his career in comedy and television so far. We discuss social media and the impact Instagram is having on mental health, comedy heroes, being creative, and about 20 other things! Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7txSn00tBbz1y8p5TA2gqQ https://www.facebook.com/pitypartyfilms/   See acast....

I sat down in Glasgow with actor, comedian and close friend, Darren Connell. We spoke about Darren's early days as a rookie stand-up performer, how a chat with friend Kevin Bridges convinced him to pursue comedy as a full-time career, and a two week holiday in the depths of the Amazon rainforest in Peru. We also discuss how going booze-free has impacted Darren's career and personal life, with a ra...

Un introduccion de episodios en español que he planeado! A preview of some Spanish language episodes in the pipeline! email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: @seanmcdonald01   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met up with fellow Glaswegian Chris McQueer, author of 'Hings' and 'HWFG', and all round Good-Guy. We talk overnight success, working as a crime-scene cleaner and public offerings of violence in the pubs and clubs of the city. email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: @chrismcqueer_ @seanmcdonald01 Blether SCOTTISH verb 1. Talk in a long-winded way without making very much sense. Leathered...