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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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  1. 205

    Everything you need to know about Swinney's programme for government

    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

  2. 204

    Why Donald Dewar would be disappointed and frustrated by Holyrood

    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

  3. 203

    And then there were two … Scottish Labour leadership latest

    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 listen now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. 202

    Recess round-up: Exams, Scottish Labour, Green row and Ming Yang

    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

  5. 201

    Everything you need to know about the Scottish Labour leadership race

    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

  6. 200

    Downfall: Inside the Peter Murrell case

    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

  7. 199

    By-election special, as Tories thump the SNP in Aberdeen

    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

  8. 198

    Can Scottish Labour rise from the ashes?

    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

  9. 197

    The Salmond files and 'arrogant' Scottish government: An interview with Scotland's information watchdog

    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

  10. 196

    Will an inquiry be held into the Peter Murrell scandal?

    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

  11. 195

    Peter Murrell’s crimes, featuring Joanna Cherry

    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

  12. 194

    What should we make of John Swinney's new Cabinet?

    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

  13. 193

    Labour on a shoogly peg

    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 about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  14. 192

    Holyrood election special

    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

  15. 191

    Interviews with Anas Sarwar and John Swinney

    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

  16. 190

    Why are voters so scunnered with the Holyrood election? Plus, a game of Dungeons & Dragons with the Greens

    Alistair Grant, David Bol, Rachel Amery and Andrew Quinn discuss why voters seem so fed up and disconnected from the Holyrood election. Plus, Rachel interviews Scottish Green co-leaders Ross Greer and Gillian Mackay... while playing Dungeons & Dragons. Yes, really. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

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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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...

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