19 Best Scottish Politics Podcasts

1. The Lesley Riddoch Podcast

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Scottish politics dissected from a left, pro-independence stance. Each week, award-winning broadcaster and journalist, Lesley Riddoch chews over the week's news with co-host Fraser Thompson. If you like intelligent, quirky chat about Scottish society and culture, and Scottish, UK and international politics analysed from a Scottish perspective; this podcast is for you.more Host Lesley Riddoch
Producer/Network Lesley Riddoch and Pat Joyce
Email ****@feistyproductions.co.uk
Location Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Liam McArthur MSP, Paul Laverty +3 more
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 290Facebook 8.7KTwitter 89.1K Avg Length 68 min Format Long form Since May 2007 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Holyrood Sources

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The Holyrood Sources podcast analyses Scottish politics through the experiences of those who have lived and breathed it as Special Advisers to the Scottish Government, SNP and opposition parties. Join hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (Chief of Staff to the First Minister, 2007-2014) and Andy Maciver (Former Head of Communications for the Scottish Conservatives) as they take you inside Scottish politics. Their insight is second to none - they've been there, lived it, and maintain remarkable connections to Scotland's politicians and the world of Scottish politics...more Hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein, Andy Maciver
Producer/Network Shortbread Media
Email ****@holyroodsources.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 75Twitter 5.2K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast

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The two biggest names in Scottish political journalism, Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie, join forces to bring you a regular 'must listen' insider briefing on the political and wider world. Bernard has been Scotland's leading TV political editor for many years while Alex is the unavoidable commentator and columnist for the Times and Sunday Times. Together they bring decades of experience and unsurpassed contacts books to provide you with a valuable insider briefing behind the headlines...more Producer/Network Solid Media
Email ****@solidmedia.com
Location Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Prof Chris Hanretty, Mark Diffley
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 64Twitter 2.9K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Scottish Independence Podcasts

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Scottish Independence Podcasts is a weekly podcast about Scottish politics, culture and chat. We passionately support Scottish Independence. New episodes every Friday. Our website: https://scottishindypod.scotmore Producer/Network YesCowal Podcasts
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 40Facebook 1.9KInstagram 620 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The Stooshie: the politics podcast from DC Thomson

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Insight and analysis with a Scottish focus from political commentators from The Courier, The Press & Journal, the Evening Telegraph and the Evening Express.
Producer/Network DC Thomson
Email ****@dcthomson.co.uk
Location Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Dr Chris Williams, Beth Morrison +13 more
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 38Facebook 1.1KTwitter 1.3K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Politically Speaking: Scotland's flagship political podcast

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Welcome to Politically Speaking, Scotland's flagship political podcast brought to you from the editorial team of the award-winning Holyrood magazine. Whether you are more interested in what politicians do to relax than what they actually do in the parliament, this is the podcast where you will get the full skinny on politics, policy, and pure nonsense. ©Holyrood Communicationsmore Host Mandy Rhodes
Producer/Network Holyrood Communications
Email ****@holyrood.com
Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 36Facebook 2.1KTwitter 25K Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Since May 2020 Get Email Contact

7. The Steamie 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 introduce you to those who are ultimately tasked with solving them. The Steamie is a Laudable production by the Scotsman.more Producer/Network Laudable
Email ****@nationalworld.com
Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests John Swinney, Anas Sarwar +19 more
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 15 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. What's the Point? | Scottish Politics

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A fresh look at Scottish politics, local government and the issues that matter to communities across Scotland.Live every Tuesday from 7pm on Listen Lanarkshire 107.7FM. Missed the radio show? Catch the full podcast every Thursday on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Let's start talking about what matters to you.Disclaimer: This programme features political discussion, commentary and strong opinions. Views expressed are personal to the individual contributors and are given in that capacity.more Producer/Network What's the Point? Political Podcat
Recent Guests Cllr David Crichton, Cllr Graham Campbell +4 more
Facebook 209 Avg Length 87 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. Unspun Live

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Unspun Live is The Herald's Scottish politics podcast — bringing you interviews, analysis, and insight from the heart of Holyrood.Hosted by some of the finest journalists in the business, each episode cuts through the noise to explore the big ideas, tough decisions, and real stories behind the headlines.more Producer/Network The Herald Politics Team
Email ****@theherald.co.uk
Location Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Recent Guests Iris Duane, Richard Meade +1 more
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. The Go Radio Politics Show with Bernard Ponsonby

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The Go Radio Politics Show is hosted by veteran political journalist Bernard Ponsonby, this is the show for the people - cutting through the noise to focus on what truly matters in Scottish politics. Bernard leads the way with sharp analysis, spirited debate, and unfiltered commentary. Whether you're deeply political or just politically curious, this is your space to listen, learn, and join the conversation.more Location Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Facebook 48KTwitter 7.7KInstagram 18.2K Get Email Contact

11. The National's Holyrood Weekly Podcast

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Our team of political journalists talk us through the week that was in the Scottish Parliament, with appearances from politicians, campaigners and experts explaining key new stories.
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12. Podlitical

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Politics chat with the latest goings on at Holyrood and Westminster through the eyes of BBC Scotland journalists.
Hosts Nick Eardley, Lynsey Bews, Rajdeep Sandhu, Philip Sim, Lucy Whyte
Producer/Network BBC Radio Scotland
Email ****@bbc.co.uk
Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 188 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Since Sep 2018 Get Email Contact

13. The Brian Taylor Podcast

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You may have seen him on the telly, or heard him on the wireless. But Brian Taylor is back on the airwaves - this time, delving into Scotland's politics with The Herald. He'll be bringing fresh analysis and insight into the biggest stories across Scotland, drawing on years of experience in the media industry, and talking to the people who make and break the news. ________________________________________________ Produced by Elle Duffy & Ema Sabljak. Email: ****@heraldscotland.co.uk to get involved/give feedback.  more Producer/Network The Herald
Email ****@gannett.com
Location Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 34 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Apolitical - a Scottish politics podcast

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Apolitical is a podcast featuring interviews with people involved in Scottish politics. The show chronicles the inter-referendum period from the aftermath of the poll on Scottish Independence in 2014 through to the cusp of the EU Referendum in 2016.more Producer/Network Heard Yet Media
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 17Facebook 97Twitter 462 Get Email Contact

15. Podcasts By The Scottish Parliament

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Podcasts from the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh, Scotland. Subscribe to listen to First Minister's Questions (FMQs) and other content.
Host Alison Johnstone
Producer/Network The Scottish Parliament
Email ****@parliament.scot
Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Fiona Hyslop, Professor Kezia Dugdale
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 33Facebook 92.9KTwitter 167.7KInstagram 36.9K Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Since Nov 2017 Get Email Contact

16. The Scottish Independence Podcast

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The Scottish Independence Podcast is the first and oldest podcast documenting the Scottish Independence movement. Interviews with activists, politicians, artists, writers and more, and occasionally a comedy episode.https://www.facebook.com/TheScottishIndependencePodcasthttps://twitter.com/mgreenwellhttps://michaelgreenwell.wordpress.com/more Producer/Network Scot Independence Podcast
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 82Twitter 2.9K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

17. The National Politics Podcast

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A series of podcasts, mostly about Scottish politics, from the team at The National newspaper. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Host Stephen Paton
Producer/Network The National Newspaper
Email ****@gannett.com
Location Scotland, United Kingdom
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 45Facebook 326.6KTwitter 168.4KInstagram 164K Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Since Mar 2017 Get Email Contact

18. The Common Weal Policy Podcast

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The Common Weal Policy Podcast.A weekly podcast explaining our policies as well as discussing Scottish policy news and events.
Host Craig Dalzell
Producer/Network Common Weal
Email ****@common.scot
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 29Twitter 31.5K Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

19. Our Scottish Future

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Join former UK Prime Minter Gordon Brown and the Our Scottish Future team for conversation and debate with interesting individuals, smart thinkers and people with new ideas about how we can build a more cooperative UK. Our Scottish Future fights for a better Scotland within a reformed UK, and for a more cooperative UK.more Producer/Network Our Scottish Future
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 15Facebook 459Twitter 3.3K Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact