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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2026 · 57 MIN

Shami's Speakeasy by Bespoken Media

from Made in Scotland

This episode of "Shami's Speakeasy" features Human Rights lawyer and activist Shami Chakrabarti in conversation with First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. It was produced by Bespoken Media.If you’d prefer to watch a video of this conversation, just search for “Shami’s Speakeasy” on YouTube.Made in Scotland showcases the best independent podcasts, audio pieces and sound art from across Scotland. It's curated by the team at Bespoken Media, with support from AudioUK.Join the Scotland Audio Network here: https://www.bespoken.media/scotland-audio-network--Nicola Sturgeon – “I’m not going to be bullied out of doing what I think is right.”How do you stay true to yourself under pressure? What hope is to be found in politics today?And is there life beyond endless crisis meetings?Nicola Sturgeon shares her thoughts on all of this and more in the Speakeasy.LINKS:Find Nicola's book 'Frankly' in your locally-owned bookshop, or online, here: https://www.panmacmillan.com/authors/nicola-sturgeon/frankly/9781035040216Shami's Speakeasy home and mailing list sign up: https://www.shamisspeakeasy.co.uk/Contact the Speakeasy by email: [email protected] the Speakeasy on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/shamisspeakeasy.bsky.socialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shamisspeakeasyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shamisspeakeasy/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shamisspeakeasySPONSORSHIP:Are you an ethical, values-based company, campaign group or charity who would like to support the Speakeasy and reach new audiences? Then get in touch Shami's Speakeasy is produced by Bespoken Media Scotland for Chaotic DoGooders. This episode was edited by Patrick Wallace and Ailish Hunter.

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