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The Steamie by The Scotsman
The Scotsman's political reporters guide you through the changing landscape of Scottish politics. From Scottish Independence to education and everything in between, they will offer unrivalled insight, explain the political issues of the day, take a deeper look into the problems behind them and introduce you to those who are ultimately tasked with solving them. The Steamie is a Laudable production by the Scotsman.
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Episodes
Can John Swinney and Andy Burnham work together on devolution? 04.11.2026 22:36
Andy Burnham and John Swinney say they can find common ground on devolution. On The Steamie, The Scotsman's politics podcast, Political Editor Alistair Grant, David Bol, Andrew Quinn and Rachel Amery test whether the Prime Minister and the First Minister can really work together. Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his first major speech in Scotland to offer to work with the Scottish Government on de...
Ross Greer interview: Why the Greens are taking votes from the SNP 23.10.2026 31:23
Alistair Grant talks to Ross Greer, the co-leader of the Scottish Greens, ahead of his party's conference in Inverness. Mr Greer explains why he thinks approving Rosebank would be the "height of irresponsibility" - and why his party is taking support from the SNP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Everything you need to know about the Jackdaw gas field 21.10.2026 16:31
Alistair Grant talks to deputy political editor David Bol about the decision to approve the Jackdaw gas field off the coast of Aberdeen. What does it mean for the North Sea, for the economy, for the climate -- and for you and me? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SNP Conference 2026: the elephants in the room 16.10.2026 24:28
On this episode of The Steamie, The Scotsman's politics podcast, Alistair Grant, David Bol and Andrew Quinn bring you the latest from the SNP conference at P&J Live, and tackle the issues hanging over the party as it heads into the next election. Watch to hear what the Scotsman team made of the week, and what they think the SNP is avoiding. 📰 SNP conference diary by Alistair Grant: https://www.sc...
How the working class disappeared from politics 06.10.2026 28:15
Why did Britain's working class disappear from the centre of political life? Historian Ewan Gibbs tells The Steamie, The Scotsman's politics podcast, what was lost, what was taken, and why class is back in the political debate. Alistair Grant speaks to Gibbs about his new book, An Injury to All: The Unmaking of the British Working Class, published by Verso on October 27. It traces how a class forg...
The Steamie special: In conversation with Humza Yousaf 01.10.2026 33:58
Political Correspondent Rachel Amery speaks to former first minister Humza Yousaf about his new book ‘Under Fire’ and his new life after Holyrood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why Scottish politicians must wake up to defence threats, plus UK Labour conference 29.09.2026 31:41
Andrew Quinn has all the latest from the UK Labour Party conference, while Alistair Grant talks to former SNP MP Stewart McDonald about why Scottish politicians need to pay more attention to defence and security Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Inside Barlinnie: How Scotland's largest prison is 'hanging on by a thread' 22.09.2026 25:03
Political editor Alistair Grant meets Michael Stoney, the governor of Scotland's largest prison, Barlinnie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is the breakup of the UK really imminent? 16.09.2026 25:58
Alistair Grant, David Bol, Andrew Quinn and Rachel Amery discuss the "landmark" summit between the leaders of the SNP, Plaid Cymru and Sinn Féin in Cardiff. Plus, Rachel reports from an event in Holyrood aimed at tackling violence against women and girls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Scottish pupils fall behind and Reform conference chaos 09.09.2026 37:28
Alistair Grant talks to Catriona Stewart, The Scotsman's education correspondent, about Scotland's worrying school performance. Plus, Andrew Quinn on how he was almost ejected by security during Nigel Farage's conference speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Everything you need to know about Swinney's programme for government 02.09.2026 21:43
Alistair Grant, David Bol and Rachel Amery discuss the key announcements in John Swinney's programme for government, which sets out his legislative plans for the coming years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why Donald Dewar would be disappointed and frustrated by Holyrood 26.08.2026 28:18
Alistair Grant talks to Mark Peel, whose new biography of Donald Dewar is published by Luath Press this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
And then there were two … Scottish Labour leadership latest 19.08.2026 26:02
Join Political Correspondent Rachel Amery, Deputy Political Editor David Bol and Westminster Correspondent Andrew Quinn to discuss the latest in the Scottish Labour leadership election, as the contest is whittled down to just two: Michael Marra MSP and Joe Fagan MSP. We will also take a look at the impact of the Clacton by-election and the recent redundancies at Ferguson Marine. Take a liste...
Recess round-up: Exams, Scottish Labour, Green row and Ming Yang 13.08.2026 22:02
Alistair Grant, Rachel Amery, David Bol, Andrew Quinn and Catriona Stewart bring you a round-up of everything you need to know in the world of Scottish politics as recess trudges on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Everything you need to know about the Scottish Labour leadership race 07.08.2026 30:40
Alistair Grant, Rachel Amery, Andrew Quinn and David Bol discuss the Scottish Labour leadership race. Who's running, what do they stand for - and what sort of party will they be left with? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Downfall: Inside the Peter Murrell case 25.06.2026 28:53
Alistair Grant, Martyn McLaughlin, David Bol and Rachel Amery discuss the Peter Murrell case and the unanswered questions that remain. Plus, the team chat Keir Starmer's resignation and Andy Burnham's unstoppable rise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
By-election special, as Tories thump the SNP in Aberdeen 19.06.2026 19:30
Alistair Grant, Rachel Amery and David Bol discuss a(nother) big night in Scottish and UK politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can Scottish Labour rise from the ashes? 18.06.2026 29:21
Alistair Grant, David Bol and Catriona Stewart discuss the future of Scottish Labour, following last month's election defeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Salmond files and 'arrogant' Scottish government: An interview with Scotland's information watchdog 12.06.2026 36:31
Alistair Grant talks to David Hamilton, the Scottish Information Commissioner, about the ongoing legal battles over the so-called Salmond files - as well as his proposals to shake-up freedom of information laws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Will an inquiry be held into the Peter Murrell scandal? 05.06.2026 26:26
Alistair Grant, Catriona Stewart and Andrew Quinn discuss the latest on Peter Murrell - as well as the questions surrounding the SNP's 'ring-fenced' indyref fund. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Peter Murrell’s crimes, featuring Joanna Cherry 29.05.2026 32:07
Alistair Grant, David Bol, Catriona Stewart and Andrew Quinn discuss Peter Murrell’s embezzlement of £400,000 from the SNP. Plus, Alistair talks to ex-SNP MP Joanna Cherry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What should we make of John Swinney's new Cabinet? 21.05.2026 26:51
Alistair Grant, Rachel Amery, David Bol and Andrew Quinn discuss the new Scottish Cabinet - as well as three upcoming by-elections... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Labour on a shoogly peg 14.05.2026 32:45
The dust has settled on the Scottish Parliament election and the new MSPs are getting to grips with their new jobs - but eyes are on Westminster as Sir Keir Starmer’s future as Prime Minister hangs in the balance. Political Correspondent Rachel Amery, Deputy Political Editor David Bol and Westminster Correspondent Andrew Quinn discuss the latest developments in Westminster and Holyrood. Learn more...
Holyrood election special 09.05.2026 27:57
Alistair Grant, David Bol and Catriona Stewart discuss the Holyrood election result after an extraordinary day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Interviews with Anas Sarwar and John Swinney 05.05.2026 30:23
As part of a series of special party leader interviews, Andrew Quinn played pool with Scottish Labour's Anas Sarwar, while Rachel Amery caught up with John Swinney for some pizza on Portobello beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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