'Mon The Workers

In this episode of 'Mon the Workers, we delve into the proposed closure of Scotland's iconic Grangemouth Oil Refinery. As the refinery faces the possibility of ceasing operations as soon as 2025, we explore the profound impact this decision will have on the local community and beyond. With the refinery being a cornerstone of Scotland's industrial landscape for a century, its closure represents mor...

In this episode of Mon the Workers, we delve into the critical issue of child poverty and universal free school meals in Scotland. Joined by Andrea Bradley, Chair of the STUC Women's Committee, and STUC Policy Officer Eireann McCauley, the discussion revolves around the impact of free school meals on pupils, the challenges faced by families in poverty, and the progress and frustrations of the ongo...

Welcome to another episode of 'Mon the Workers! In this episode, host Karina Liptrot chats with Cathy Russell, a dedicated GMB member and nurse working in a care home. Cathy sheds light on the pressing challenges facing care workers today, emphasising how persistent low wages are driving passionate and hardworking individuals to seek better pay elsewhere. Later in the episode, we're joined by Deni...

Hello and welcome back to another episode of 'Mon the Workers . In this episode we’re going to be speaking with trade unionists about getting home safely from work - public transport and why this is a feminist trade union issue . Getting home safely is a major issue, affecting a wide range of workers, particularly in the entertainment industry where shifts often run late into the night. This issue...

Welcome to season 3 of 'Mon the Workers. In this episode we sat down with CWU posties to discuss Southside Strike Solidarity, picket lines and THAT calendar 🔥 Our guests are Layla-Roxanne Hill from Southside Strike Solidarity, and Tony Gallagher and Ralph Drayton-Harold who are both postal workers and CWU members. To find out more about Southside Strike Solidarity you can visit https://linktr.ee/...

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, we’re joined by Claire Peden....

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, our guest is Xabier Villares....

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, our guest is Eilis O’Keefe. As...

Hello and welcome to 'Mon the Workers. In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. Th...

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, we’re joined by Tam Dewar . Ta...

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, Catrina Randall joins us. Catr...

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, we’re hearing from Satnam Ner...

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, we’re joined by Keetah Konstan...

In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, we hear the words of Coll McCa...

Welcome to 'Mon the Workers. In these special episodes of the podcast, we’ll be hearing from some of the people who spoke to Daniel Gray for the STUC book ‘Mon the Workers: Celebrating 125 Years of the Scottish Trades Union Congress . Published by Luath Press and available in all the usual places, it includes interviews with 75 trade unionists and portrait photographs of a further 50. This time, w...

Welcome to Season 2 of ’Mon the Workers, a podcast brought to you by the Scottish Trades Union Congress. Today we’re speaking to Daniel Gray, author of the STUC’s new book, also named ’Mon the Workers, celebrating 125 years of the STUC. Over the next few episodes Daniel will be interviewing a range of trade union activists in Scotland, discussing their experiences of trade unionism and the battles...

Welcome to episode 7 of 'Mon the Workers, in this episode we are commemorating International Women's Day by discussing gender equality, women’s trade union activism, misogyny and sexual harassment. We are joined by Selma Augestad, Andrene Bamford and Julie Ferguson from EIS. We also cover the Silence is Compliance report on sexual harassment by the STUC Women's Committee. Listen via: 🎧Apple: http...

Welcome back to another episode of 'Mon the Workers. In this episode, Euan and Karina will be taking a step back from their usual presenter roles, as we will be hearing from Trans and LGBTQ+ activists on the topic of the Gender Recognition Act – or as you may know it – the GRA. With Ciorstaidh Reichle, current chair of the STUC LGBT+ Committee. Hosted by Karina Liptrot and Euan McLaren, and edited...

Welcome back! We kick off the new year by speaking with union activist and hospitality worker, Keetah Konstant, Unite Hospitality organiser, Bryan Simpson and Better than Zero coordinator, Tam Wilson around the #MacMerry dispute. Tune in for more information around the ongoing dispute, and to see how you can organise and fight back with your co-workers. Find out more by looking up @FairHospitality...

On this episode of 'Mon the Workers we are joined by Tony Slaven, Vice Chair of the STUC Disabled Workers' Committee and Helen Auld, Scotland Vice President of NASUWT. Helen and Tony talk about their own experience of living with invisible disabilities, neurodivergence and mental health, and what people can do to help raise awareness of the impact of living with a hidden disability. Hosted by Kari...

We catch up with trade unionists from inside and outside COP26, and hear their take on what impact the Glasgow Climate Pact will have on workers, why we need a Just Transition and how we can support the striking GMB cleansing workers. Hosted by Karina Liptrot and Euan McLaren, and edited by Karina Liptrot. Don't forget to follow us at @ScottishTUC

Welcome back! On this episode of 'Mon the Workers, we’re speaking to Eve Livingston about her new book, “Make Bosses Pay”. Together we discuss the need for “deep organising”, what trade unions need to be doing in order to recruit and retain young people and what Sharon Graham’s election says about trade unions today. You can order Eve’s book here: Make Bosses Pay (plutobooks.com) Hosted by Euan Mc...

In our first official episode of 'Mon The Workers, we are joined by Will Stronge from Autonomy and Ruby Gibson from PCS to discuss the plausibility of a four day week in Scotland. Find out how a shorter working week could benefit those on both full and part time work, hear success stories, and explore how a four day week could address key mental health concerns and improve workers' wellbeing. Host...

Welcome to 'Mon the Workers - a podcast brought to you by the Scottish Trades Union Congress. In the coming months, we will be sitting down with workers, activists and leading experts to speak about workers struggles. Whether you're a seasoned trade unionist, or someone who is looking to find out more - this is the podcast for you! Stay tuned for Episode 1 - coming soon!