The Third Nuclear Age

81 Years After Hiroshima: Scottish CND Commemorates & Campaigns for Nuclear Disarmament This August, Scottish CND marked the 81st anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing with two powerful ceremonies—a gathering at Glasgow's Peace Garden and a vigil at Faslane Nuclear Base. Join Fiona and Marlene as they reflect on these moving commemorations and what they reveal about our ongoing struggle for a nuclear-free world. But this episode goes beyond remembrance. We also hear from two academic researchers who tackle the hard questions facing our movement: 🔴 The Reality of Nuclear Risk: Hugh Irving presents shocking simulations revealing the potential impact of a nuclear strike on Faslane—forcing us to confront the dangers of nuclear weapons on Scottish soil. 🟢 The Power of Positive Change: Rhys Crilley challenges us to rethink our messaging, exploring how anti-nuclear campaigners can craft compelling, hopeful narratives that resonate globally and strengthen our collective push for disarmament. Whether you're a seasoned campaigner or new to these issues, you'll find inspiration, evidence, and hope in this conversation. What will you do with what you learn? key chapters: 00:02:24  High Irving presentation - simulations of nuclear strikes on the Clyde 00:09:58 Rhys Crilley presentation - nuclear disarmament in the Third Nuclear Age 00:20:40 Images and reflections from the vigil at Faslane 00:26:13 Ceremony at the Peace Garden at the Glasgow Botanics 00:28:26  Dr Jacqueline McLaren, Lord Provost of Glasgow 00:32:02  Samuel Rafanell-Williams, Scottish CND 00:36:43  Bill Kidd, former MSP and Nobel Peace Prize nominee 00:42:18  David Peutherer, Glasgow CND 00:48:38 Tree planting accompanied by Protest in Harmony Glasgow Thanks to Margaret Ferguson Burns for the additional images from Faslane. Find out more about Scottish CND here https://banthebomb.org Watch the full CND webinar here https://youtu.be/NgkVtlRhAx0?si=2Te0pAgwHxiDaauy #nucleardisarmament #hiroshima #scottishcnd The Indypodcasters team produce a NEW podcast episode every Friday search for Scottish Independence Podcasts wherever you get your podcasts.  Remember to like and subscribe! Get in touch: Email:  [email protected]  Bluesky: @scottishindypod Visit our website https://scottishindypod.scot for blogposts, newsletter signup and more episodes Subscribe for free to our Youtube channel @scottishindypodExtra for more of our video footage and clips.  Video premieres most Tuesdays at 8pm We're also on TikTok : scotindypodcasters If you've enjoyed this podcast you might like to buy us a coffee?   https://ko-fi.com/scottishindependencepodcasts or choose us as your Easyfundraising good cause. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Scottish Independence Podcasts is pro independence but not party political.  Opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily represent our views.