Rockpool Podcasts

Hello Hello Hello! In this bonus episode releasing on four individual Jonsan Media podcasts, Creative Director, Host & Producer, John McBlain reflects & celebrates the massive success of the inaugural Scottish Podcast Awards at Glasgow’s historic Old Fruitmarket on June 25th 2026. Balancing the privilege of serving as an official judge with the thrill of being a nominee in three categories...

After 4 years, 8 seasons and over 500 episodes, Rockpool Podcasts has come to an end. We've had a fantastic run, won awards, received commendations from the Scottish Parliament, Auditor General, MSPs and have been endorsed by press, industry and individuals & establishments we hold in high esteem. We've interviewed & hosted some incredible & inspiring people, organisations & events...

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts 2024 Halloween Spooktacular!   Over the past few years, we’ve celebrated my favourite holiday season with podcasts, short story audio books and music video shoots; and this year, we continue the tradition by handing Rockpool Podcasts over to Ayrshire College students who have written, recorded, produced and released a collection of podcasts dedica...

Hello! Konnichi Wa! Mabuhay and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts!   We have always been purveyors of new music and grassroots artists & bands stemming from our home turf in Ayrshire and we are pleased to welcome Samuel McEwan , Elliot Carruthers and Ian Dorans from the band Riviera – a high energy, cocky & mod band who fall in between the lines of indie and rock - to Rockpool Podcasts!   Samue...

Hello Hello Hello! Welcome to Rockpool Podcasts in partnership with Ayrshire College’s Student Association hosted by Iona Atkins, Robert Myles and Dana Shaw! On this video episode, we’re on location at Ayrshire College’s Ayr Campus where we’re catching up with staff, students, partners and Friends of The Pod to see how things are going at Freshers '24! For more information, our App, merch stor...

Hello Hello Hello! On this episode, John McBlain is joined by Linda Corbett, Connor Skipsey and Darcie Hamilton from Ayrshire College's Student Association to talk about their new roles as Student Association Advisor, Student Vice President and Student President, what's going on at the Student Association and the concept of partnershipping. Rockpool Podcasts LinkTree Jonsan Media LinkTree...

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to the Season 1 Finale of Lochnorris Studios! A huge congratulations to all of our pupils at Lochnorris Primary School! On this episode, we'll be hearing from our talented young podcasters from Lochnorris Primary School who took part in the first-of-its-kind Write Record Produce Release course in collaboration with Ayrshire College and Rockpool Studios. Lecturer a...

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to 'Would You Lie To Me' a new feature of Rockpool Podcasts hosted and produced by our Season 8 Editorial Team - Ethan Mitchell, Iona Atkins, Robert Myles and Dana Shaw! As part of our introduction to our new team, we let them loose in Rockpool Studios and as you'll hear, let them run riot on mic to produce their first episode as a group! Not in the slight...

Hello and welcome to this episode of College After Hours. Today, Ethan Mitchell will be joined by Jason Mitchell.    Throughout this episode we will be delving into Jason Mitchell’s life and talking about his childhood and how he became a part of the Navy. Jason will share many stories about his life in the police force, you’ll be shocked by what he tells you.     We hope you enjoy listening. Go a...

Hello and welcome to this episode of College After Hours. Today, Scott Sutherland and Iona Atkins will be joined by Jerry Taylor.    Jerry will be telling us about his upcoming projects such as “The Jerry Taylor Show” and “Blame It On The Bucky.” He will also let us in on some behind the scene moments from plays he’s starred in.    We hope you enjoy listening. Go and check out our other projects a...

Hello and welcome to this episode of College After Hours. Today, Duncan Croucher will be joined by Juliana Pyper-McFarland.    Juliana will be telling us about some memorable moments throughout her life such as when she saw The Beatles live and the time she dressed up and scared children at a pantomime.    We hope you enjoy listening. Go and check out our other projects available on RockPool Podca...

Hello and welcome to this episode of College After Hours where Robert Myles will be interviewing Evan Keen!   Evan will be talking about his career and love of music as well as an exciting encounter with a well-known musician. He will also share some funny stories that you can have a good laugh at too!   We hope you enjoy. Go and check out our other projects available on RockPool Podcasts . If you...

Hello and welcome to this episode of College After Hours. Today, Iona Atkins will be interviewing John McBlain.    John will be talking about his career and how he was welcomed into the teaching and music industry. He will also give us a sneak peek on his upcoming products and releases. If you want to find out more give this episode a listen.    We hope you enjoy. Go and check out our other projec...

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts in association with Ayrshire College’s Essential Skills Department. Ayrshire College’s NQ Photography End of Year Exhibition took place in Ayrshire College’s Ayr Campus on May 10th 2024. This episode is hosted & produced by the new editorial team behind Rockpool Podcasts: Ethan Mitchell , Robert Myles & Dana Shaw who are gonna speak with L...

Hello hello hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts Mental Health Awareness Week 5 part special in association with Ayrshire College’s Student Association. On this episode, John & Frank talk about the challenges of social media and how disconnecting can improve your mental health and wellbeing! We’re proud to support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek so join in online or in person and help to create a...

Hello hello hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts Mental Health Awareness Week 5 part special in association with Ayrshire College’s Student Association. On this episode, John & Anne talk about the impact of cocaine and drug use on mental health. We’re proud to support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek so join in online or in person and help to create a world with good mental health for all. Find ou...

Hello hello hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts Mental Health Awareness Week 5 part special in association with Ayrshire College’s Student Association. On this episode, Linda & Charlotte talk about the creation and launch of the Student Mental Health Agreement! We’re proud to support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek so join in online or in person and help to create a world with good mental health...

Hello hello hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts Mental Health Awareness Week 5 part special in association with Ayrshire College’s Student Association. On this episode, John & Michelle talk about the 'Mind Thy Self' podcast series and information App! We’re proud to support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek so join in online or in person and help to create a world with good mental health f...

Hello hello hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts Mental Health Awareness Week 5 part special in association with Ayrshire College’s Student Association. On this episode, Tim & Linda introduce this year's Mental Health Awareness Week! We’re proud to support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek so join in online or in person and help to create a world with good mental health for all. Find out more a...

Hello Hello Hello & welcome to a very special episode of Lochnorris Studios and Rockpool Podcasts!   We are live on location at Lochnorris Primary School in Cumnock for our first crossover episode that is available to listen to on both Lochnorris Studios & Ayrshire College's award winning Rockpool Podcasts! Produced entirely by Mrs Dickson and Miss Mair's Primary 6/7 Class who are working with Ayr...

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to our International Women's Day 2024 episode! Ayrshire College's Equality & Diversity Performance Lead, Charlotte Mitchell is joined by Principal and CEO of Ayrshire College, Angela Cox for a conversation in celebration of International Women's Day 2024. For more information on International Women's Day please check out www.internationalwomensday....

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to The Backstabbing Traitors! In this behind the scenes video episode produced and directed by Ciaran Owens and Robert Myles with assistance from the Intro to Media Video Squad... 14 Media Students at Ayrshire College play the ultimate game of lies and deception in the hope of winning a variety of prizes but hidden amongst them are The Traitors whose job is to secretl...

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to Rockpool VR! John McBlain and Evan Keen invite you to take a guided tour of our Virtual Reality Studio in the Metaverse in this video episode, exclusive to Spotify! To arrange a visit to our VR Studio or to find out more information on our work in virtual, mixed and augmented reality platform and environment development, contact the team at rockpoolpodcasts@gmail.c...

Hello Hello Hello and welcome to Rockpool Podcasts! We are an award-winning music and chat show hosted by our team of producers, musicians, and broadcasters where we champion inclusion, equality, and innovation. What do we talk about on the show? Well! Here at Rockpool Podcasts, no topic is off limits! Our hosts bring a unique flavour and perspective to every episode serving a little tea and shade...

Hello Hello Hello! Rockpool Podcasts has teamed up with ACTV to bring you a behind the scenes look at the Ayrshire Film Festival 2023! Hosted by Cara Beck and produced by ACTV, and filmed on location at the Gaiety Theatre, Ayr; this special video episode features interviews with Jake McEwan, John Rae, Richard Scott, Nathan Clark, John McBlain, Tymofi Donets, Juliana Pyper-McFarland; behind the sce...