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An Independent Life with Jeremy Corbyn MP, Oscar Guardiola Rivera, Ella Newton, and Duncan Peppe | Ep 48 (01:01:39)
Join Jeremy Corbyn MP as he talks about his extraordinary life as the most independent MP in the House of Commons and his ground breaking initiative to co-create a new party for the Left called Your P...
How to Build Peace in a Troubled World with Beth Lapsley, Lord Jack McConnell, and Martin Griffiths | Ep 47 (00:57:24)
Peebles High School student Beth Lapsley cross examines Former First Minister of Scotland, Lord Jack McConnell, and Martin Griffiths, former UN Under Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs and Eme...
John Buchan: A Man For Our Time? with Professor Murray Pittock and Geoffrey Baskerville | Ep 46 (00:52:45)
Catherine Maxwell Stuart introduces Professor Murray Pittock who paints a fascinating picture of John Buchan, author of The Thirty-Nine Steps, and a Scot who wasn’t just a literary legend, but a man w...
Palestine Matters with Husam Zomlot, Humza Yousaf, Afif Safieh, and William Dalrymple | Ep 45 (00:57:57)
Listen to former First Minister, Humza Yousaf, in a dialogue about the future of Gaza and Palestine with current Palestine Ambassador, Husam Zomlot, who joins from the region, along with veteran Pales...
A Diplomatic Life: A Youth-Led Conversation with Staffan de Mistura and Stephanie Williams | Ep 44 (00:26:02)
In this unique episode of the Beyond Borders Scotland Podcast, we bring you a compelling conversation with two former UN envoys, Staffan de Mistura and Stephanie Williams.
Hosted by Duncan Peppe, a st...
Scots in the Empire with Sir Geoff Palmer, William Dalrymple and Alex Renton | Ep 43 (00:57:03)
In this compelling episode of the Beyond Borders Scotland Podcast, we revisit an urgent and unflinching discussion recorded live at the Beyond Borders International Festival. Professor Sir Geoff Palme...
The Golden Road with William Dalrymple | Ep 42 (01:12:41)
Step into the heart of ancient civilisations with celebrated historian and bestselling author William Dalrymple CBE, as he explores the remarkable legacy of India in his latest book, The Golden Road. ...
Finding Justice: From Srebrenica to Colombia | Ep 41 (00:51:40)
Join us on this poignant episode of the Beyond Borders Scotland podcast as we explore stories of survival, justice, and reconciliation in the aftermath of some of the most devastating conflicts of rec...
Miriam Margolyes & Jim Naughtie: Uncut and Uncensored | Ep 40 (00:51:40)
Join veteran BBC broadcaster Jim Naughtie as he converses with the ever-entertaining Miriam Margolyes in an unfiltered dialogue about her illustrious career and vibrant personal anecdotes. This episod...
Year in the Life of Humza Yousaf with Allan Little | Ep 39 (00:51:29)
In this compelling episode, Allan Little, an esteemed journalist, engages in a profound discussion with Humza Yousaf, Scotland's former First Minister, about his pivotal year in office. This conversat...
A Citizen From Nowhere with Kirsty Lang and Aminatta Forna OBE | Ep 38 (00:52:09)
In this compelling episode, BBC correspondent Kirsty Lang engages with Aminatta Forna OBE in a profound discussion about identity and belonging in today's global landscape. They delve into what shapes...
The British Country House and its Secrets with Geoffrey Baskerville, Ben Cowell OBE and Wessley Edmonds | Ep 37 (00:42:51)
In this episode, introduced by Catherine Maxwell Stuart, join Ben Cowell OBE, Director-General of the Historic Houses Association, as he discusses his book, "The British Country House Revival." Histor...
The Dream Shall Never Die: An Interview with Alex Salmond | 36 (00:57:36)
In the light of the Scottish Parliament’s recent tribute to the remarkable Scottish politician that was Alex Salmond, after his untimely death on 12th October, this episode takes us back to a 2015 int...
What Next for Britain and America with Steve Richards and Tim Phillips | Ep 35 (00:48:18)
In this episode of the podcast, join seasoned political commentators Steve Richards and Tim Phillips as they dive into the ramifications of the recent general election in Britain and the upcoming US P...
Martin Griffiths CBE lecture at the Signet Library - Scottish Global Dialogues | Ep 34 (01:03:47)
On 22 August 2024, Martin Griffiths CBE, the former UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator (2021-24) delivered the Second Keynote Address of Scottish Glob...
Divided Societies with Allan Little, Elif Shafak and Sarah Helm | Ep 33 (00:47:38)
This episode of the Beyond Borders Podcast delves into the complexities of divided societies in places like Turkey and Gaza. Join Allan Little as he talks to Elif Shafak about her compelling book How ...
Is there such a thing as American exceptionalism? | Ep 32 (00:54:45)
This episode of the Beyond Borders Podcast is a compelling reflection on US politics and the role it plays in the world. Gain insight into thoughts on American politics through the minds of this varie...
Blair to Brexit Britain and Beyond with Alastair Campbell and Jonathan Powell | Ep 31 (00:56:19)
This episode of the Beyond Borders Podcast offers a rare and compelling look into British politics through the eyes of two of its key players from the Blair administration, Alastair Campbell and Jonat...
Pretty Young Rebel with Flora Fraser and Jim Naughtie | Ep 30 (00:51:23)
Join Jim Naughtie as he talks to Flora Fraser about the remarkable exploits of Flora MacDonald in both the Jacobite and American rebellions, as they discuss her new book Pretty Young Rebel: The Life o...
The Long Knives with Irvine Welsh and Oscar Guardiola-Rivera | Ep 29 (00:49:35)
In this exciting episode, we are joined by the legendary author Irvine Welsh, best known for his groundbreaking novel "Trainspotting." Irvine sits down with host Oscar Guardiola-Rivera to discuss his ...
Do I make myself clear? Sir Harry Evans and Jim Naughtie | Ep 28 (00:51:55)
Join the godfather of investigative journalism, Sir Harry Evans, as he talks to veteran BBC broadcaster Jim Naughtie about his life, career and some of his most ground-breaking investigative work at t...
Women in the World with Tina Brown and Nicola Sturgeon | Ep 27 (00:48:45)
Join us for an enlightening episode as Tina Brown, the legendary journalist and editor sits down with Former First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon. This candid discussion about Tina’s dynamic lif...
War Stories: Ukraine 2024. Mark Muller Stuart KC speaks with Col. Pavlo Khazan and Petro Koshukov | Ep 26 (01:01:24)
In this deeply moving episode of "War Stories: Ukraine 2024," Mark Muller Stuart KC hosts a gripping discussion with Colonel Pavlo Khazan and Petro Koshukov, who share their personal journeys from civ...
Who Gets Believed? With Oscar Guardiola-Rivera and Dina Nayeri | Ep 24 (00:37:30)
Explore the pressing issues of identity, belonging, and the complexities of migration with philosopher and author Oscar Guardiola-Rivera and celebrated writer Dina Nayeri. This episode centres around ...
Why Germans Do It Better with Angus Robertson MSP, Annette Dittert and John Kampfner | Ep 23 (00:53:11)
In this fascinating episode, join Angus Robertson MSP, a well-known Germanophile, as he delves into Germany's pivotal role in Europe and the cultural reinvention of Berlin. Featuring insights from aut...
