Blethered

Ahead of a soon-to-be-released conversation with Tosh around the Lily Phillips / Bonnie Blue saga and its severe implications, here is a previously released episode to provide some insight into the world of adult-work and Only Fans. Former ‘Babe-Show presenter / Only Fans creator Tosh worked on Adult TV shows while running other successful businesses in Scotland, alongside other content creation,...

Live panel discussion with guests Darren McGarvey, Anne Hughes and Zander Murray. The topic is masculinity and how it's perceived, misunderstood, maligned and misappropriated in the modern age. We take a look at the term 'toxic masculinity' and what we think its true definition is, how young men are drawn in by people with negative intentions and how to counteract them. And as always, there's plen...

Erica Roberts is a reality TV character and prominent social-media figure, and while she is very definitively both of those things, there's far more than meets the eye. She's funny, intelligent, philosophical, thoughtful and articulate - which you'll hear throughout. Erica talks to me about a turbulent childhood, heading off to boarding school and then moving to London at a young age. You'll hear...

See How Trust Deed Scotland Can Help You This is an inspiring, no-holds-barred conversation about what it means to take control, seek help, and redirect your future. And it has a good few laughs throughout. I'm joined by Senior Debt Expert Tommy Gallacher and Becky, a former client of Trust Deed Scotland. What you'll hear is a raw, honest and even funny story, that will be familiar to many. Becky...

Scottish radio presenter Katy Johnston talks about going to school in Aberdeen before arriving in Glasgow for university... We discuss her start in radio at Capital Scotland, before landing the presitgious Drivetime slot... And we chat about big names, unpleasant celebrities and funny encounters. Plus: In-depth chat about endometriosis, the signs and solid advice. And as always, there's plenty mor...

American Tik Tok star 'Kalani Ghost Hunter' talks to me about leaving his job in American politics to become a full-time content creator. We share our thoughts on how time is worth more than money, when trying a Sunday Roast for the first time led to internet-stardom, Kalani's interest in Scottish history, and his genuine appreciation for Scottish & British 'cuisine'. Plus: Ghostly encounters...

Nicolle Cassels joins me to discuss the latest on the potential release of the now world-famous Menendez Brothers…  We reflect on the twisted ‘AI paedophile’ who was jailed for 18 years in England, and the serious dangers of sharing innocent images of children on the internet… And Nicolle talks me through the recent arrest of the ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch on sex trafficking charges. P...

M’s book 'Strip - The Diary of a Hustler' tells the story of her life and about the realities of being a stripper in London’s high-end clubs. You’ll hear about her move to England at just 18 and without being able to speak English…  M explains how she ended up becoming a hostess before being cast for various reality TV shows, including Love Island in the UK…  And we discuss why she start...

BGT 2011 winner Jai McDowall lifts the curtain on the inner-workings of Britain's Got Talent, dealing with Simon Cowell, his new role as a member of G4 and about some human insecurities, even after being established for so long. And as always, there's plenty more. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @seantmcdonald Twitter: @seanmcdonald01 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

I'm joined by radio newsreader Nicolle Cassels, who talks me through the now infamous 'Menendez Brothers' case, recently brought to the spotlight by a gripping Netflix documentary. We pore over the details of their murder trial, after admitting to killing their parents, and the key details that were ultimately dismissed in court... We reflect on societal changes and how if the trial took place tod...

I'm joined by Nicole Tosh and we look back at the infamous story of 'The Peru Two', arrested in Lima as they attempted to smuggle cocaine from Peru to Spain. Plus: • Scottish man arrested in Colombia, attempting to smuggle 2kg of cocaine out of the country • English woman arrested in Chicago, attempting to smuggle 43kg of cocaine into the USA • The death penalty: Can it ever be justified? • Me aga...

Blethered at the Ballot: Politics for those who don't do politics. In the wake of the sudden death of former First Minister Alex Salmond, we reflect on his political legacy, tributes from political adversaries and allies alike, and the future of the Scottish independence movement. Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @seantmcdonald Twitter: @seanmcdonald01 Hosted on Acast. See acast....

For those of you listening who are not from the UK, Lorraine Kelly is a Scottish broadcaster with over 40 years in television. Known for her warmth and wit, she's a regular face and voice on morning TV, covering everything from hard-hitting news to celebrity interviews. For the majority of you who are from the UK, she’s Lorraine. In this episode, Lorraine tells me about some of her biggest influen...

It’s no secret that more and more of us are struggling with money. The cost of things are constantly rising, but wages aren’t rising with them. So what happens...? We fall into debt. What follows debt is embarrassment, shame, worry, panic and stress. The first thing we do is completely dismantle the idea that debt, in any form, is anything to be embarrassed about. It just feels that way because al...

Graeme has accrued around half a million followers across all of his social media platforms, as a byproduct of documenting life with his mum, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, several years ago. Graeme explains the initial signs that they started to notice in his mum, and the timeline from diagnosis until now... You’ll hear about how he and his twin sister Kirstin assiduously and tenderl...

*****ORIGINALLY RELEASED AUGUST 2019***** Capital FM Producer James tells me about his life and how gambling addiction took a severe grip on him. He explains the stresses and pressures in detail, and how the disease impacted and infected every inch of his life. We talk about the spiralling problem, the debt issues incurred as a result, and how suicide became the most viable option in his eyes. As...

James - by his own definition - is a journeyman. He’s been a DJ, a TV producer, a TV presenter, a footballer in the Philippines, a double glazing salesman and now - one of Scotlands best stand up comedians. Born in Glasgow to an Indian mother and Glaswegian father, he had a unique and distinct perspective on life from the very outset. You’ll hear about his upbringing, his younger sister Lauren and...

Kim is hilarious, intelligent and thoughtful, and I really like her. I think you will too, which is why her debut Edinburgh Fringe show ‘Might as Well’ is well worth going to see. She’s likeable, observant, and funny. Which you’ll hear throughout this chat. We talk about how the UK began to suspect that Reform were fielding Catfish candidates, people that didn’t even exist… Kim tells me about how...

Living standards are through the floor, while living costs are through the roof. 14 years of a Conservative government have culminated in record numbers of people living in poverty - and a now gargantuan disparity between those who are rich and those who aren’t. However, no one is immune from debt, and certainly not from the shame, embarrassment, stigma and difficulty that accompanies it.  Jo...

I’m on the road but Blethered keeps moving, just like the studio for this interview with Labour MSP and former MP, Paul Sweeney. We sat down to discuss the outgoing Conservative government on the final journey of the last ever old subway train on the Glasgow subway, after 44 years of service. A very fitting environment, given that both of the aforementioned are not fit for purpose, completely ragg...

Imagine this: You're scrolling through Instagram, TikTok or even Facebook, and suddenly you get a message from someone who seems genuinely interested in you.  The conversation quickly turns flirtatious, and before you know it, you've shared personal photos and information. And then, the unthinkable happens. The person on the other end reveals their true intentions, and threaten to send it on...

Aimen Dean was an Al-Qaeda bombmaker who had sworn an oath of allegiance to Osama Bin Laden. He eventually defected to work for the British Security Services as a spy for seven and a half years, before his cover was blown by ex-US Vice President Cheney. We talk about his motivations for taking up arms, the part that radicalisation played, becoming disillusioned with the cause, and his time with MI...

Romana recently shared a very thoughtful and introspective Instagram post about a suicide attempt in April last year. I found it to be very profound, so I asked her if she fancied sitting down and having a chat with me. ‘Have you ever thought about killing yourself?’ might seem like a really shocking and insensitive question to ask out loud, let alone have as the title for an episode of a podcast....

Kate Berry and Jenny Storey co-own two businesses in one. The first is Urban Retreat, a hair and beauty salon that puts a strong emphasis on community, care and impeccable professional standards.  The second, is The Academy. They provide Scotland’s first private traineeship, in direct partnership with the most prestigious spa resorts all over Scotland. Whether it’s someone just starting out i...

Labour Councillor Audrey Dempsey has been accused of racism and suspended this week, after she proposed to ask a question at the council about 'racist attacks on white children in schools'. In this exclusive interview, Audrey announces her resignation from the Labour Party. And: Her explanation of why she was asking the question 'Liking' tweets from far-right party Future in politic + More Senior...