London Scots Podcast

From Dundee to London: Chasing Opportunity, Bagpipes and Big Dreams What does it take to leave the comfort of home and start again in one of the world’s biggest cities? In this episode of the London Scots Podcast, host Ed McCabe sits down with Dundee-born bagpiper Glen Kelly, who is in the middle of making the leap from Scotland to London in pursuit of new opportunities and a life built around mus...

Alex McLean didn’t chase fame in the usual way. Instead, he turned a love of pop music — and a deep connection to his Scottish roots — into a journey from Portobello’s seaside streets to London’s fast-moving music scene. Along the way, he’s balanced rehearsals, McDonald’s shifts, songwriting camps, and even Gaelic lessons, building a career that feels as personal as it does ambitious. His unlikely...

From the Fringes of Edinburgh to the Heart of London Film In this episode of the London Scots , host Ed McCabe sits down with Victor Pillard , a Scottish-French filmmaker and actor who recently made the "big smoke" his home. Victor shares his unique journey of being born and raised in Juniper Green by French parents who moved to Scotland for work in the publishing industry. We dive into...

From 'lang toun' Kirkaldy, via St. Andrew's to London. Mike tells us of growing up in a small town, going to a smaller one as he heads to uni, before ending up in London in the Olympic year 2012. Based in southwest Wimbledon, we hear about his (not-so-secret) passion. Follow him @mikefromfife / on Instagram. @LicenceToCeillidh provides the wonderful music

Born and raised in Dumbarton, Susan Pym shares vivid memories of growing up with the smell of malt drifting through the air every Wednesday. When London came calling, she and her husband made the move south, where Susan found a new sense of community through the Church of Scotland. In this episode, she chats about life between two worlds and gives us an insider’s look at the St Andrew’s Book Festi...

Moving from the South of Glasgow to Uni and then to London to work in Advertising. We hear about her career break that became an adventure of a lifetime. Now back in London, Suzi works as a freelancer in TV on all sorts of shows, including The Traitors. Oh, and there's an app tip that will get you cheap/free coffee.

Nina tells us about growing up in Linlithgow and then Falkirk, before heading to Oz as a swim teacher, living the high life in Melbourne before coming back to London. Student life at a new University studying something that can't be pronounced after 3 gin and tonics. Oh, and check out her cool app recommendation.

In this episode of the London Scots podcast, Siobhan Harley shares her unique journey from Glasgow to London (via Florida, Nashville, San Francisco and New York). We hear about her newfound passion for golf, her interest in natural wine, and why someone in her house is living the life of Riley. She treats us to a killer ap function on her [hone. One that many of us need.

Having moved about Scotland, Leah heads to London with her twin sister. Netball, marathon running, work and socialising are all wrapped up. Enjoy!

From Glasgow to London we chat about the delights of Chiswick, Drama in Schools, Woven in Words and two special photographers.

Join us as we journey from the picturesque town of  Callander  to the bustling streets of  London , with a stop in  Edinburgh.  In this episode, we dive into Callum's experiences studying abroad, travel adventures, and passion for football. Discover the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way, and gain insights into how travel can shape one's perspective on life and education. Whether you'r...

From Barrhead to London and the Middle East and back again. We chat Chas 'n' Dave and the legendary club night on St. George's Day for the English in a club run by an Irishman put on by a Scotsman. Crucially we also find out how much beer was in 1986.

Join us for a chat with Alex Christmas, a Civil Engineer from Dunblane! In this episode, Alex shares his journey from Dunblane to the bustling city of London. We explore his background, experiences in Dunblane, and his impression of life in the capital. Discover the contrasts between small-town living and the fast-paced atmosphere of London, as well as insights into the costs of living in the city...

Join us for a chat with Farrah Sutherland ( @farrahlia.fldance ), a vibrant London Dance Teacher/Model from Edinburgh! In this episode we chat with Farrah and hear about her journey from Edinburgh to London, pursuing a career in dance and modelling. Hear about the challenges in the performing arts sector, the opportunities in London, and her decision to start up her very own dance school. Discover...

Join us for a chat with Anna Mackie , a dynamic Scottish Voice Over Artist from Aberdeen! In this episode, we hear about her journey from Aberdeen to London, navigating the world of performing arts and delving into her early experiences, from captivating school productions to the rhythmic world of Scottish dancing. Anna opens up about the challenges and exhilaration of studying at a London drama s...

Join us for a chat with Sarah Bruce ! From a wee village in Aberdeenshire to the bustling streets of London, Sarah spills the beans on her accidental adventure, including the unexpected love story with her flatmate-turned-husband. We also explore the nitty-gritty of living away from home, sparking a newfound appreciation for roots and a sprinkle of patriotism… If you are a Scot in London and would...

In this episode, we talk with Shona Fleming of ScotsCare ( @scotscareldn / www.scotscare.com ) - the charity for Scots in London. We move from Glasgow to London via South Africa. Shona gives us a great tip to clear your mind. If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop a message to ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠...

We're into events organising and politics with Andrew . The ubiquitous Chat GPT makes a look-in as well... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.ceilidhclub.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠ - if you would like to donate to help the club, you can do so ⁠⁠⁠⁠ via PayPal here ⁠⁠⁠⁠. (Music provided by...

We moving from Irvine to London with Stacy . We learn the difference between 'A Magnum' and 'The Magnum'. We travel overseas and sing the praises of the London Underground, plus much more... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠ . This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠www.ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠ - 3 hours of the...

Life in reverse! Listen to Alan 's story from Glasgow to Edinburgh to London to Edinburgh to London. Some great insights into the life of a first responder and some fab tips on enjoying retirement... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ . This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ - if you would...

We learn about the star who touched down in Laura 's home town of Prestwick and life as a music student in London... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ . This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ - if you would like to donate to help the club, you can do so ⁠⁠⁠⁠via PayPal here⁠⁠⁠⁠ . (Music pro...

We chat about Xena 's ( ⁠@zenagusthart_creative⁠ ) motivation to go from a wee town in East Lothian to the West End, Bollywood and Broadway. There's an inspirational librarian involved and lots of laughs along the way. Meat Loaf, Rita Orla, Beyonce and Jay-Z all get a look in... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠...

We move from Glasgow to France to Oxford and then London, with a taste of the real East End, legal eagles and the wonderful world of Gaelic singing. Colin West leads us on this auditory feast... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ . This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ - if you would like to d...

We travel across the world with John Webster and chat Burns, diplomacy and Twitter. Now head of Scotland House, London (The Scottish Government's business hub), John gives us his perspective of being a high profile Scot in London... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ . This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ce...

We're chatting with Maverick about, well, just about everything you can imagine. We move from city to city, life as a young lad and how you can do something nice for the less fortunate at Christmas... If you are a Scot in London and would like to appear on the show , drop me a message at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ed@ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ . This podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ceilidhclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ - if you would...