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The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.
A weekly podcast from Glasgow that brings sharp commentary and real-time reaction to the ever-evolving world of business. Hosted by two of Scotland’s most influential entrepreneurs, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey. This is a front-row seat to how global economic shifts, political turbulence, and technological disruption are impacting businesses in Scotland and beyond. Each episode also features candid conversations with Scotland’s top CEOs, founders, and innovators, unpacking how they are navigating uncertainty, adapting to change, and seizing new opportunities. Through a no-nonsense Sc...
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Jun 14, 2026
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Episodes
Scotland’s Political Power Play, Budget Backlash, AI Shake-Up & Elon Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Bet 16.11.2025 33:58
Air Date: November 16th, 2025 Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Expect sharp analysis on: Political Power Play: Six party leaders face Scotland’s business community ahead of next year’s election. Budget Back...
Reeves’ Budget Hints, Cost of Living Crisis & Chemistry Breakthroughs with Professor Lee Cronin 09.11.2025 53:29
Air Date: November 9th, 2025 Special Guest: Professor Lee Cronin, founder and CEO of Chemify, Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord...
Inflation, Employment, and the Impact of AI Innovation 02.11.2025 57:00
Air Date: November 2nd, 2025 Special Guest: Ross McNairn, founder of Wordsmith AI. Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Economic Watchpoints: Inflation, unemployment, and interest rates take centre stag...
Big Bets & Bold Moves: £50M Innovation, Housing Fixes, Skills Crisis, and a £30M Entrepreneurial Journey 26.10.2025 56:55
Air Date: October 26th, 2025 Special Guest: Nishant Sharma, Founder and CEO of Rutland Square Spirits. Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Major Investment News: Glasgow-based Chemify secures £50M in...
Budget Fears, Energy Battles & From Rolls to Risk: McIlvogue’s Morton’s Revival 19.10.2025 54:02
Air Date: October 19th, 2025 Special Guest: John McIlvogue, MD of Morton’s Rolls Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Economic Reality Check: Willie and Tom break down the latest GDP, inflation, and une...
Bricks, Bytes, Billionaires and Balanced Pizza 12.10.2025 52:26
Air Date: October 12th, 2025 Special Guests: Donnie MacLean: The founder of Eat Balanced and Pawel Zakrzewski: Founder of Edinburgh Combat Project. Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter. This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! In this dynamic...
Cyber Threats, Entrepreneurial Grit & AI-Driven Growth 05.10.2025 54:39
Air Date: October 5th, 2025 Special Guests: Jamie Burns, MD Ailsa Reliability Solutions and Paul Duffy, the newly appointed MD of Zudu. Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter. This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call:...
Jobs, Growth & Bold Ideas for Scotland’s Future 28.09.2025 55:42
Air Date: September 28th, 2025 Special Guests: Ana Stewart, Chief Entrepreneur for the Scottish Government and Caroline Meikle of Pitman Training. Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter. This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! AI Boom in Ayrshi...
Hunter & Haughey Talk Tech, Trump, and Taxes 21.09.2025 55:22
Air Date: September 21st, 2025 Special Guests: Jamie Hunter, COO of Aveni & John McCaig, Nexenergy. Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter. This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! This episode dives into hydrogen innovation, AI in financial...
Employment Reform & Economic Reality: Hunter & Haughey Break It Down 14.09.2025 53:58
Air Date: September 14th, 2025 Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter. This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE ( www.trywyre.com ) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! [00:02:06] Employment Rights Bill Debate Lord Stuart Rose warns of a looming crisis. Willie critiques Labour’s plan to give full empl...
Hunter & Haughey Return: Shipbuilding, Startups, and Scotland’s Future 07.09.2025 48:47
Air Date: September 7th, 2025 Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter. This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm. Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! [00:01:05] £10 Billion Shipbuilding Boost Norway eyes Type 26 frigates—could this revive Clyde shipbuilding and spark local economic growth? [00:05:33] Farewell t...
Housing Crisis, Donaldson Family Business Legacy & Beauty Brand Growth 29.06.2025 56:18
Air Date: June 29th 2025 Hosts: Sir Tom Hunter & Lord Willie Haughey Special Guests: Andrew Donaldson (CEO, James Donaldson Group) & Laura Porter (Founder, Fab Salons and FAB Skincare) Episode Summary Tom and Willie tackle Scotland’s housing emergency, business rates disparity, and the future of clean energy. They’re joined by Andrew Donaldson, CEO of the 165-year-old Donaldson Group, who...
From Oil Shocks to AI Surges: Scotland’s Business Future Unpacked 22.06.2025 53:28
In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Tom Hunter and Willie Haughey discuss the global economic impact of rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions, the UK’s ongoing cost-of-living crisis, and Labour’s proposed housing investment in Scotland. They explore the rapid rise of AI, including talent wars and future disruption, and highlight major developments in Scotland’s renewable energy...
Innovation Nation: AI, Energy, EVs & the Entrepreneurs Driving Change 15.06.2025 55:52
In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom and Lord Willie dive into the latest in AI innovation, energy infrastructure, and entrepreneurial journeys. They’re joined by Brian Muslek, MD of Hugh Stirling, who shares his inspiring business transformation story, and Rebecca Hansen, MD of WYRE, is on the Board You Can’t Afford and explains how her company is revolutionising EV salary sacri...
Inside Scotland’s Growth Crisis: Debt, Defence, and the AI Opportunity 08.06.2025 53:39
In this episode Hunter and Haughey dive deep into the economic challenges and opportunities facing Scotland, from council debt and energy policy to AI innovation and defence investment. Special guests are David Wade, MD of Enerpro and Stuart Patrick, CEO of Glasgow's Chamber of Commerce chats about Glasgow’s growth strategy. [00:01:12] Council Debt Crisis Edinburgh’s £1.7B debt and potential ris...
Housing, Inflation, Electric Cars and the £20M Tech Disruptor 01.06.2025 56:06
In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive into a wide range of topics—from Elon Musk’s political stint and the UK housing crisis to Scottish entrepreneurship and regeneration projects. Special guest Colin Frame, MD of Stellar Omada, shares his inspiring journey from rural Scotland to leading a £20M tech consultancy. And Tracy Collins, co-founder of...
Scotland’s Future, Business Leadership, and the GAP Success Blueprint 25.05.2025 55:09
In this episode, Sir Tom and Lord Haughey dive into Scotland’s economic future, discussing leadership, housing reform, planning efficiency, and clean energy goals. They emphasise the need for bold political action and pro-business policies, drawing lessons from Ireland and Singapore. Special guests are Ian and Douglas Anderson of GAP Hire Solutions. The brothers share their journey from a family-r...
Scotland’s Future: Lessons from Singapore 18.05.2025 1:04:46
Scotland’s Future: Lessons from Singapore & Bold Ideas for Change Episode Summary In this pivotal episode, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey explore Scotland’s economic crossroads, drawing inspiration from Singapore’s transformation. They’re also joined by Willie Watt, Chair of the Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB), who shares insights into how SNIB is tackling inequality, housing,...
Global Trade Deals, Gates’ Billions, Buffett’s Wisdom, + the £6K Startup That Became a £50M Adventure 11.05.2025 55:22
Go Radio Business Show [00:01:12] Scottish Government & CalMac Ferries £3.9B allocated to CalMac over 10 years. Discussion on public vs. commercial service models. Accountability issues in public sector ferry management. [00:03:10] Interest Rate Cuts & Economic Outlook UK interest rate drops to 4.25%. ECB hints at further cuts to 2.75%. Debate on inflation, tariffs, and economic stimulatio...
Global Trade and Games: From Trump's Tariffs to Glasgow's Commonwealth Games 2026 04.05.2025 58:02
Go Radio Business Show [01:14 - 01:42] Easter Break and Personal Anecdotes Tom and Willie share personal stories about their Easter break and family time. [01:42 - 02:22] Donald Trump's Ambitions Discussion on Donald Trump's comment about wanting to be considered for Pope. Light-hearted banter about Trump's ambitions and leadership. [02:22 - 02:31] Movie Recommendation Recommendation of the mo...
Music Videos with Harry Styles, Tech Giants in Silicon Valley, and Space Exploration with NASA 27.04.2025 58:03
Go Radio Business Show: Most Downloaded Interview with Marie Owen, CEO of LS Productions [00:01:17] Marie Owen's Career Journey Marie Owen shares her background, starting LS Productions as a hobby and balancing work with family life. [00:02:24] Transition to Entrepreneurship Marie Owen discusses her transition from cabin crew to entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges and learning experienc...
Leadership with Sir Alex Ferguson and Insights from Top Innovators. 20.04.2025 52:19
Go Radio Business Show: Most Downloaded Interviews Interview with Sir Alex Ferguson 00:01:12] Early Leadership: Sir Alex discusses his early leadership experiences, starting from his apprenticeship and union involvement. [00:03:33] Football Career Beginnings: Transition from apprenticeship to full-time football, and the realisation of his leadership potential [00:06:26] Entrepreneurial Ventures::...
Rent Caps, Rockets & Recession: The Forces Reshaping Scottish Business 13.04.2025 54:19
Go Radio Business Show: Season 10, Episode 13 Episode Highlights [00:01:15] President Trump and China Tariffs Sir Tom and Lord Haughey discuss the latest news, including China's retaliation to US tariffs and the potential global recession. The impact of President Trump's economic policies and tariffs, leading to inflation and recession. [00:02:09] Tariffs and Economic Impact Detailed discussion on...
Scotland’s Next Frontier: Global Trade, Space Tech & Big Ideas 06.04.2025 56:40
Go Radio Business Show, Season 10, Episode 12. In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Hunter and Haughey discuss on global trade tariffs, their potential impact on Scotland, and the future of Scotland's economy. The also talk business with Craig Clark MBE, founder of Clyde Space Limited, about his journey in the space industry and the growth of Scotland’s space sector. [00:00:33] Glasgow's...
Lewis Gillies Chief Executive Officer, Haventus talks Business with Scottish Entrepreneurs Sir Tom Hunter & Lord Willie Haughey on Scotland’s Leading Business Podcast 30.03.2025 57:22
Go Radio Business: Season 10, Episode 11 In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom and Lord Haughey discuss various topics related to business, energy, and economic policies. Key discussions include Scotland's progress towards clean energy, the impact of government policies on businesses, and insights from special guests Lewis Gillies, CEO of Haventus. Lynne Jhangeer, COO of Linian ha...
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