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“This is a fantastic podcast that I have listened to for a wee while now. Lesley and Pat are a great duo who flow very well together. Both are terrific orators who’s opinions I enjoy hearing and respect. Keep up the good work 😊”
Franny Weldon via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/07/24
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“This is the most biased podcast I have ever listened to. It’s billed as politics from a Scottish perspective but what Lesley really means, it’s a podcast of a Scottish Nationalist perspective. She never dares to call out the government sitting in Holyrood despite scandals and mismanagement of...”Read full review »
jamesym83 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/14/23
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“Excellent podcast for independence supporters. I never miss an episode .”
Dave in Argyll via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/13/23
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“Informative and desperately needed content for Scotland these days. The quality of your audio is not good though, would mean a lot if that could be improved.”
tonaidh via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/10/23
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“Lesley takes us out of our we bubble and keeps us positive and worldly”
LiseMac via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/18/23
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“Just blatant cheerleading for Sturgeon now, even after she announced her resignation. You used to have integrity, Lesley, and the price you pay for giving it up is listeners like me.”
Gortch via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/16/23
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“Love the insight and getting their views.
Listening to Lesley makes me feel like it’s all possible. She is an inspiration.”
Jeranemo123 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/10/23
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“I’ve really been enjoying this podcast! Great to hear some frank appraisal of the state of Scottish and UK politics. As someone who is planning to move to Scotland in a few months, I have found this podcast, Leslie’s book, “ Blossom”, and her Nordic films inspiring and informative. Great to see...”Read full review »
DartmouthToDundee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/22
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“Always a delight to see this one pop up weekly. Lang may your turbines spin.”
SeanAye via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/06/22
“There are very few good podcasts that cover Scottish politics as well as this one. They go right into the detail and engage in insightful discussions about the major issues.”
Evisonano via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/10/22
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“I have been really enjoying this podcast. Well done to you both!”
John of Cromarty via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/20/22
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“Simply a wonderful podcast, mostly covering Scottish Politics, but with some cultural issues discussed. Could not recommend more.”
Furby_Pig via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/03/22
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“I love this podcast. It’s Intelligent thought provoking informed discussion on the issues of the day with a Scottish perspective.”
Nannie Susan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/07/21
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“Look forward to this every week. Great reasoned chat which favours independence over specific political parties.”
chuffinpuffin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/31/21
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“Lesley (the English born and Northern Ireland raised) rabid separatist comes across desperate at times in her quest for independence whilst advocating for a one party state within Scotland. Her admiration for the dear leader is apparent throughout as she urges listeners how to vote in elections...”Read full review »
Jasonltd via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/24/21
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“A rare space for intelligent conversation about Scottish Independence poltics and the world as seen from Scotland. I look forward to this every week, especially when away to keep me up-to-date.”
Rick Light via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/12/21
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“Lovely to hear some engaging and informed thought on current ‘goings-on’. Keep up the good work guys.”
Bonawebird via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/07/21
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“I look forward to listening to this every week. It keeps me clued up on everything that’s happening in Scotland and beyond. I usually listen while I’m out walking- strange looks from passers by when I realise I’m talking to myself agreeing with the views being aired!!”
Elaine 🏴 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/09/20
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“In a world of messed up politics and political commentary, this is a great, considered and entertaining view of what’s going on in Scotland, the UK and beyond... and of what could be made better and how”
danny gilbert via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/09/20
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“Great listen you two, thank you!
Good insight to many topics, time flew driving 40mins to work 👍
Trump is gone for now, that’s positive, he has a ‘Davros’ feel, he will need to be kept away by ‘Dr Demo’ 😂😎”
CindirratThomo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/10/20
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“As an English listener, this podcast is very informative about Scotland and why independence is necessary. It's time for the British Empire finally to be put out of its misery”Read full review »
Alxbear via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/16/20
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“Thank you Lesley for doing this. I am loving all its component parts”
singcello via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/20
“For anyone who lives in Scotland this is a must if you want to hear about the stuff that actually matters to most of us. For anyone else in the UK, this will give you information and insights you won't hear elsewhere else and help you to understand the Scots' perspective on UK curret...”Read full review »
Ally Shuffle via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/22/20
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“Definitely worth subscribing if you are interested in rigorous intelligent and informed analysis of the political situation in Scotland. And it’s entertaining.”
CattyOh-T via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/08/20
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“If we had a devolved media this is the high quality of debate and insight we might expect in Scotland, instead of the current lazy under researched stuff we get on the BBC. Lesley when you are fuming and jumping up and down at the inadequacy of paid journalists we jump with you! And all that...”Read full review »
Lord Govan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/04/20
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“By far the best political podcast available in the UK and one of the most enjoyable.
Two highly articulate and sensible individuals bounce off each other to create an honest assessment of Scottish and UK politics.
Lesley & Paddy are both pro- independence but neither shy away from giving the...”Read full review »
It's got legs via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/07/20
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“I look forward to Lesley & Pat’s weekly discussion. It’s an easy going, & sometimes passionate, insight into Scotland & her people, in the here & now, with occasional references to overlooked historical happenings that far too few Scots are aware of. It covers the whole of...”Read full review »
lichtsome via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/06/20
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“Always informed and incisive current / community affairs from Scotland with an Independence slant and great fir expats like me tae keep in touch with stuff back home.”
alba mhor via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
06/03/20
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“So refreshing to hear people discussing important issues about Scotland’s future, rarely seen in newspapers. Also, funny and warm .”
tfgfdhhv via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/26/20
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“Lesley is an inspiration”
Radiator lady via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/23/20
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“Zero ratings? I stumbled upon this from my U.S. west coast home and thoroughly enjoyed the discussion. Nae doubt, as I listen more and learn more about Lesley Riddoch and her co-presenter, there will be some I like and some not so much. I do remember seeing a copy of Harpies & Quines way...”Read full review »
Whit the...? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/18
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“Leslie is a really important voice in a modern, positive and forward looking Scotland!”
MattMcF via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/14/18
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“Interesting insights into recent events and less recent too. I’m always better informed after. Can we have one every day please?”
Kairin v via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/31/18
“Must listen if you want to learn, not only about Scotland's past/present & potential future, but lots of great political commentary. Lots of good information, love it. If you're still in doubt about Scotland becoming independent, listen & you'll most likely be convinced otherwise”Read full review »
poppy-seedy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/09/18
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“As a foreigner who is living in Scotland, there are times I have to pause and look up some jargons. But I learn a deal lot. The discussion itself is entertaining.”
Cxrz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/12/17
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“Lesley Riddoch is always thought provoking, yet she is inclined to action and a believer in self-determination at many levels. High quality audio journalism that will keep you in the picture. No matter how contentious the material, always a pleasure to listen to. You do wonder how the BBC ever...”Read full review »
Jim East Lothian via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/25/17
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“Highly recommend for anyone interested in Scottish and UK politics and culture. Insightful, with a pro-Indy slant, but respectful of other viewpoints.”
Evski_R via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/16/16
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“Ace podcast a must listen for anyone interested in anyway in Modern Scotland”
r_mccormack via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/15/15
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“As always, another insightful and entertaining podcast.”
Quarks_ via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/20/15
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“The most incisive and thoughtful commentator on Scottish politics today.”
NodtoBob via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/10/15
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“Immensely grateful to Lesley & Chris for their passionate commitment to the issues facing Scotland.”
Fotogaffs via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/20/14
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“Political discussions driven by common sense.”
SocDem via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/29/14
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“Scotland, Lesley and Chris inject passion, energy and positivity into their discussions/reporting on improving Scotland. Media, land, politics, councils, Nordic cousins, infrastructure, society, civics... everything.
You'll feel motivated to improve Scotland.”Read full review »
writeitdown via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/07/12
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