UofG Spotlight
University of Glasgow, Centre for Public Policy 100 episodes Nov 11, 2026
UofG Spotlight is a podcast from the University of Glasgow’s Centre for Public Policy that examines public policy and the political process. It looks at local, national and international issues through a Scottish lens. The show draws on academic and policy expertise to discuss how policy is made and debated.
Episodes
COP31 and the new politics of climate change
As COP31 gets underway in Antalya, Turkey, we're talking about the politics of climate change, locally, nationally, and internationally on the UofG Spotlight podcast. Regular host Professor Nicola McEwen is joined by guest co-host Chris Stark, who is Head of Mission Control for Clean Energy 2030 at the UK Government and an Honorary Professor here at the Centre for Public Policy. First up, Ni
The UK Budget 2026
In today's episode of UofG Spotlight, we're looking at last week's UK Budget, announced by Chancellor John Healey on 28 October. Regular hosts Professor Nicola McEwen and Professor Kezia Dugdale are joined by: fellow podcast host Professor Graeme Roy, Head of the College of Social Sciences at the University of Glasgow and Chair of the Scottish Fiscal Commission Professor David Bell, Professo
State of the Race: The US Midterm Elections
In today's episode of Spotlight, we're shifting focus to the US and the mid-term elections happening on 3 November. Hosts Nicola McEwen and Kezia Dugdale speak to UofG's Chris Carman and Jason Boxt, Founder of 3W Insights, about what might happen in these mid-term elections, what you need to look out for, and how significant they are for politics in the United States. The conversation covers key i
Tackling Poverty in 2026
In today's episode, we're marking Challenge Poverty Week. Regular podcast host Kezia Dugdale is joined by guest host and Centre for Public Policy colleague Claire MacRae to speak to two guests working in this area. We discuss child poverty and the Scottish Government's targets, social security and the backdrop of Scotland's challenging financial outlook, what role local government can play in tack
The Devolution Revolution?
In today's episode of UofG Spotlight, we're looking at Andy Burnham's 'devolution revolution', and what that might mean for the UK devolved nations of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Plus, we look at two significant developments in UK constitutional politics. First up, hosts Professor Nicola McEwen and Professor Kezia Dugdale give their take on two big developments in UK politics from the
Scotland's Programme for Government
UofG Spotlight is back for series 8! And we're starting with the Scottish Government's Programme for Government, announced by First Minister John Swinney on 1 September. We discuss what's in (and not in) the new five-year Programme for Government, from the four over-arching themes and nine new Bills, to the detail of public service reform, independence and devolution, prevention, food price caps
The Future of Foreign Aid: Retreat or Reinvention?
In this episode of Spotlight, we turn from devolved politics to global challenges, asking the important question: do we still value development aid? Host Nicola McEwen is joined by leading researchers from the University of Glasgow and Queen Margaret University to unpack the changing landscape of international development. Together, they explore the long-term decline in UK and global aid commitme
Power, Policy and the Next Five Years - After the Elections Ep.8
In the final episode of our election podcast series, now 'After the Elections', we look at the results of the Scottish election, what it means for the future of public policy, and how soon we might see the impact of challenging public finances. We're joined by two guests, Graeme Roy, Professor of Economics at the University of Glasgow and Chair of the Scottish Fiscal Commission, and Kate Higgins,
In England and Wales - On the Elections Ep.7
In this episode of our On the Elections podcast series, we're looking to England and Wales, where elections are also being held tomorrow, 7th May. In England, almost 5,000 councillors will be elected across 134 of England's 317 councils. And the Welsh Parliament – or Senedd – is also holding its election, with a new voting system and a 50% increase in the number of Senedd members being elected.
Can the Next Scottish Government Fix Public Services? On the Elections Ep.6
This week on the UofG Spotlight On the Elections podcast, we're talking about whether the next Scottish government can fix public services. What are the parties proposing to fix the problems in public services and help to sustain them into the future? What should they be doing? To talk about this, hosts Nicola McEwen and Kezia Dugdale are joined by Frances Mair, the Norrie Miller Professor o
Can the next Scottish Government Revive the Economy? On the Elections Ep.5
In today's episode, we're talking about the economy, and particularly whether the next Scottish Government can revive the economy in Scotland. Host Professor Graeme Roy is joined by three experts. Sara Carter, Professor of Entrepreneurship, Vice Principal and Head of the College of Social Sciences at the University of Glasgow, Dr David Waite, senior lecturer in Urban Studies at the University of G
The Manifestos - On the Elections Ep.4
In this episode of the UofG Spotlight On the Elections podcast, we're looking at what's in the manifestos of the Scottish parties. Hosts Nicola McEwen and Kezia Dugdale talk to Professor Alistair Clark, a political scientist from the University of Newcastle and Chris Birt, Associate Director of the Joseph Rowntree Foundation. Together they discuss whether manifestos really matter, what's in
The Rise of the Right - On the Elections Ep.3
This week we're looking at the rise of the right in Scotland. We're seeing Reform UK emerge in Scotland as a serious contender, and given the electoral system one that is likely to see a sizeable number of MSPs in the Scottish Parliament. In this episode, we explore: What's driving the rise of parties like Reform UK What can we learn from similar parties elsewhere? And what are the implications f
An Election in the Shadow of War? On the Elections Ep.2
In today's episode of our UofG Spotlight: On the Elections series, we're looking at the election through the lens of global politics and growing global insecurity, specifically the US and Israel's war with Iran. We're joined by John Edward, Head of Operations at the Scottish Council on Global Affairs and Geoff Aberdein, Managing Partner at True North, co-host of the podcast Holyrood Sources, and
On the Elections Ep.1: The Polls and the Policies So Far
Kicking off our 'On the Elections' series of the UofG Spotlight podcast, hosts Nicola McEwen and Kez Dugdale talk to guests Chris Carman and Mark McGeoghegan. A 'state of the race' episode, they talk about the key issues for the campaign ahead. How much do the campaigns really matter? What are the polls saying, and how are key issues ranking with voters? What about Reform UK and just how volati
Are We Tackling Poverty in Scotland?
In this episode of Spotlight, Kezia Dugdale speaks with Jim McCormick, Chief Executive of The Robertson Trust, about the Scottish Government's new Child Poverty Framework and what truly drives progress on lifting families out of poverty, from boosting incomes to delivering strong local services. Kezia is joined first by Dr Thomas Rochow to preview insights from the Centre's State of Poverty projec
The Future of Higher Education in the UK
Higher education is facing one of the most challenging periods in its recent history. Rising financial pressures, declining international student numbers, and shifting expectations. So what does a sustainable, inclusive, and future‑ready higher education system look like? In this episode, Prof Nicola McEwen explores the future of higher education with two leading voices. First, she speaks to Prof
Hard choices ahead? Budget Challenges Facing the Next Scottish Government
In this episode, Nicola McEwen and Graeme Roy look ahead to the challenges facing the next Scottish Government as it confronts a tight fiscal landscape. Nicola speaks with Matt Donoghue from the State Government of Victoria about Australia's Early Intervention and Investment Framework (EIIF) - an interesting approach to pooled budgeting and preventative spending that's gaining international att
Work, Ageing and the Employment Rights Act
This week Kez Dugdale is joined by Professor Kathleen Riach and Professor Melanie Simms from the University of Glasgow to discuss work, ageing and employment rights. Kat takes us through her recent research on work and ageing, looking at what it means to become older in work, whether policymakers and employers are doing enough to support people and what impacts how 'old' we feel. Then Mel discu
Challenging Scotland's Political Leaders
We're kicking off Season 7 of our UofG Spotlight podcast with a live episode challenging our political leaders on public service reform in Scotland. Recorded live on Monday 19 January 2026 at our event, Stop/Start: Making Public Service Reform Stick in Scotland, our host Professor Kezia Dugdale talks to: Michael Marra MSP - Scottish Labour Alison Thewliss - SNP Dr Sandesh Gulhane MSP - Scottish C
Trump's Second Act: Leadership, Tariffs, and Tensions
In this latest episode of Spotlight, we reflect on a turbulent year in American politics and its global ripple effects. Nicola McEwen and Kez Dugdale are joined by two leading voices in international affairs: Prof Juliet Kaarbo (University of St Andrews) explores Donald Trump's evolving leadership style, the psychology behind his foreign policy decisions, and the blurring lines between domestic
The UK Budget: What You Need to Know
This week's episode takes a quick look at the UK Government's Budget: What it means for Scotland? Why has the Government made these tax decisions? Was this a Budget for growth? What does lifting the Two Child Limit mean? How do we achieve effective regional development? Professor Nicola McEwen, Director of the Centre for Public Policy, discusses all this with Graeme Roy, Professor of Econ
Legal Aid Reform: What It Means for Families and Women
In this episode, we tackle a critical and timely issue in the Scottish policy landscape: access to justice. Kezia speaks with two leading academics and legal aid practitioners, Fiona McPhail and Jen Ang, about the Scottish Government's ongoing consideration of Legal Aid Reform. With decades of experience in social justice law, they share insights on what reform could mean. Then, we take a deeper
The State of Poverty: Systems, Silos and Solutions
In this Challenge Poverty Week special, Nicola McEwen and Kezia Dugdale explore the governance of poverty with Claire MacRae and Thomas Rochow from the Centre for Public Policy. This week the First Minister reiterated again that eradicating child poverty is the driving mission for his government. The State of Poverty research team discuss how institutional silos and fragmented decision-making ca
Beyond the Repair Shop: Rethinking Health Systems
In this season opener of Spotlight, Nicola McEwen and Kezia Dugdale explore the future of Scotland's health, focusing on prevention, systems change, and the social determinants of health. Nicola speaks with Professor Sir Gregor Smith, Chief Medical Officer for the Scottish Government, about the long-term challenges facing the health service, the concept of Realistic Medicine, and why prevention mu
Beyond Srebrenica and Responsibility to Protect
This powerful episode marks the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide. Hosts Nicola McEwen and Kez Dugale reflect on the events of July 1995, when over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys were systematically murdered in a UN-declared "safe area" and 30,000 Bosnian Muslim women and children forcibly removed during the Bosnian War. They are joined by Sabina Kadić-Mackenzie, Chair of the Scottis
In Conversation with Anton Muscatelli
In this special episode, we sit down with Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli as he prepares to step down after 16 transformative years as Principal of the University of Glasgow. We reflect on his time at the University and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for higher education in Scotland and beyond. From steering the institution through global upheavals — including the financial crisis
The Immigration White Paper
In this episode of Spotlight, hosts Nicola McEwen and Kezia Dugdale are joined by Professors Nasar Meer and Sergi Pardos-Prado from the University of Glasgow to unpack the UK Government's Immigration White Paper. This episode offers an evidence-based insight into the politics shaping UK immigration discourse. The discussion explores the policy, politics and the rhetoric being used - particularly
Parallel Politics: 2025 Elections in England, Canada, and Australia
This week, co-hosts Nicola McEwen and Kez Dugdale bring together three expert guests to delve into the outcomes and potential parallels of the recent 2025 elections in England, Australia, and Canada for a special Elections Bumper episode. Nicola and Kez start us off with insights from Mark McGeoghegan, University of Glasgow researcher of nationalism and contentious politics, on local elections in
Energy Policy: Grangemouth and Panama in Transition
In this special Energy Bumper episode of Spotlight, host Kez Dugdale explores how global energy policy decisions are shaping communities and industries from Central America to Central Scotland. First, Kez speaks with Dr Ewan Gibbs, Senior Lecturer in Economic and Social History, about the shifting energy and industrial landscape in Grangemouth and Scunthorpe — two UK towns at the frontline of tran
What do young people want from our politics?
What do young people want from our politics? This week, Nicola McEwen is joined by Eddie Barnes and Elisabeth Loose from the John Smith Centre at the University of Glasgow to discuss their newly published UK Youth Poll 2025. The UK Youth Poll 2025 explores the attitudes and priorities of young people aged 16-29 across the UK. The findings reveal strong support for democracy but concern fo
Child Poverty and the Public Debt Crisis
Our Associate Director, Kezia Dugdale hosted a political panel discussion, asking all the major parties in Scotland what we can expect to see from them in the run up to the election on the issues of poverty, public debt and the multi-level governance challenges at play. During the panel we heard from the Scottish Government's Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Shirley-Anne Somerville; Alex
Council Tax and International Security
This week our Spotlight hosts bring you interviews on two substantial topics from experts at the University of Glasgow. Nicola McEwen starts with a brief and timely insight from Marcin Kaczmarski about the outlook for Ukraine and Europe in response to the unpredictable directions coming from the White House. Kez Dugdale then brings you an in-depth conversation with Ken Gibb on reforming council t
Why is prevention so hard?
Today's podcast focuses on a big question in public policy – why is prevention so hard? Can we spend money more wisely? Given the fiscal pressures on the system, prevention is now not just an option but a necessity to create sustainable public services. Policymakers know we should be tackling the root causes of issues, but systems, short-termism and complexity get in the way. We discuss overcomin
The Cost of Austerity
In today's episode, we're exploring the impact of austerity on life expectancy, population health and health inequalities across the UK. Since the early 2010s life expectancy stopped improving in the UK; in fact, for those living in the more disadvantaged areas, it actually declined. This means people have been dying younger and in larger numbers year on year. Dr David Walsh and Professor Ger
Trump 2.0: What's next?
In today's episode, we're discussing the big news of the week: the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Hosts Nicola and Kez speak to two experts in political philosophy and foreign policy to find out what the return of Trump means for the United States and the rest of the world. Dr Michael Frazer, Lecturer in Politics at the University of Glasgow gives a political philosophy take on Trump,
Delivering Mission-Led Government
This week Kez speaks to Sarah Davidson, Chief Executive of Carnegie UK, and Ian Elliott, Senior Lecturer in Public Administration at the Centre for Public Policy. We explore the Prime Minister's new approach to government, drawing on a paper just published by Carnegie in collaboration with the Centre for Public Policy on Mission-Led Government. What does it mean in practice, and how can it mov
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
This week's episode focuses on some of the vital work happening at the University of Glasgow in the fight against Gender-Based Violence and takes a look at some of the legal reforms passing through the Scottish Parliament on this issue. Prof Sara Carter, the University's Gender Equality Champion, highlights the campaigns and events happening across campus to mark the 16 Days of Activism. Kez
Poverty, Policy and the Budgets
This week Kez Dugdale reflects with guests on what the Budget means for families at the sharp end of poverty across the UK. She speaks to Chris Birt, Associate Director for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Morag Treanor, Professor of Social Policy and Inequality at the University of Glasgow. Graeme Roy also walks us through the Budget process, what it mean
US Election: The race to the White House
With the US Presidential Elections on 5 November 2024 rapidly approaching, we're bringing you two University of Glasgow experts to unpack the election campaign so far. Hosts Professor Graeme Roy and Professor Nicola McEwen speak to Professor Christopher Carman, Stevenson Professor of Citizenship at the University of Glasgow, about the state of the race, the possible impacts of the results on
Alternative Economic Development Approaches
In this episode Prof. Graeme Roy and Dr David Waite, both Senior Fellows at the Centre for Public Policy discuss alternative economic development approaches such as Doughnut Economics and Community Wealth Building that seek to balance growth with social and environmental justice to create more inclusive and sustainable cities. They're joined by Prof. Anne Green, City-REDI, University of Birmin
Ten Years on from Indy Ref, What Next?
In this episode Nicola McEwen speaks with Kezia Dugdale, former leader of Scottish Labour, and Stephen Noon former senior policy adviser for the first SNP Government, about their experiences of the referendum, the years that followed, and an upcoming report they've written for the Centre for Public Policy about what could be next for Scotland's constitution. The report is designed to stimulate de
The Programme for Government
In this episode Professor Nicola McEwen and Professor Kezia Dugdale from the Centre for Public Policy speak to the Rt Hon. Ken Macintosh, former Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament, and Liz Lloyd, former Strategic Adviser and Chief of Staff to the First Minister of Scotland. They discuss the First Minister's Programme for Government announcement, what it means about the direction of this
In conversation with Mary McAleese
Our Spotlight: On the Election mini-series has wrapped up and we're returning to season three for the final episode of the season. In this episode, host Graeme Roy is joined by former President of Ireland Professor Mary McAleese. Graeme and Mary talk about building bridges - the hallmark of her presidency from 1997 to 2011 - and how she took that philosophy and turned it into action. They discu
The Politics and the Prospects
This week our hosts Nicola McEwen and Kez Dugdale are joined by Stephen Noon, former senior policy adviser for the first SNP Government, and Eddie Barnes, former adviser to Ruth Davidson and the Scottish Conservatives. They reflect on the key moments of the campaigns, the polls, what might happen on election night and what the results could mean.
Climate Policy: The Science and the Politics
In this episode of Spotlight: On the Election, we're talking climate policy. Featuring two interviews, with Chris Stark, Chief Executive of The Carbon Trust and Honorary Professor here at the Centre for Public Policy, and Professor Gioia Falcone, Director of the Glasgow Centre for Sustainable Energy at the University of Glasgow. Can new oil exploration be compatible with the transition to net
A Deep Dive into Immigration Policy
In this episode of 'Spotlight: On the Election' Professor Nicola McEwen and Professor Kezia Dugdale talk to Professor Sergi Pardos-Prado, Dr Dan Fisher and Professor Nasar Meer all experts from the University of Glasgow. They talk about the UK's attitude to immigration the current status of the UK's asylum system and what each party is proposing to do about it.
Policy Insights Live: Analysis from civil society leaders
We're bringing you a bonus episode! On Monday 17 June we brought together leaders from across civil society in an online event to discuss the #UKGeneralElection2024, reflecting on the campaigns to date, the most recent polling and what they hope to see in the closing stages of the race. Steered by Kezia Dugdale, the episode features a discussion between Professor Nicola McEwen; Anna Fowlie,
The UK's Future with Europe
In this episode of Spotlight: On the Election, Professor Nicola McEwen and Professor Kezia Dugdale talk to the UK's leading voice on Brexit and its impact in the UK, Professor Anand Menon, Director of UK in a Changing Europe at King's College London. They talk about the recent European elections, what's in the UK party manifestos on Europe ahead of the 4 July UK General Election, and what the U
The Economy and Living Standards
In this episode of 'Spotlight: On the Election' Prof. Kezia Dugdale speaks to world leading economist Prof. Sir Anton Muscatelli, Principal & Vice Chancellor of the University of Glasgow, about the big economic challenges facing the parties and the potential policy solutions for the next government. Also in this episode, Prof. Graeme Roy and Dr Tanya Wilson, Senior Lecturer in Economics at
The State of the Race
In this first episode of our 'Spotlight: On the Election' miniseries Nicola McEwen and Kezia Dugdale from the Centre for Public Policy speak to Stephen Noon, former senior policy adviser for the first SNP Government, and Eddie Barnes, former adviser to Ruth Davidson and the Scottish Conservatives. They reflect on the timing of the election, what's likely happening in party HQs and the big seats t
Deaths in Custody
In this episode Professor Kezia Dugdale, Associate Director of the Centre for Public Policy speaks to Professor Sarah Armstrong, criminologist at the University of Glasgow. They discuss an important report by the Scottish Centre for Crime & Justice Research on deaths in custody and care in Scotland, titled Nothing to See Here?
The Promise
On this week's episode we focus on The Promise - the term used for the work required to deliver the findings of a review published in 2020 into the care system and what it would take to ensure every child in Scotland could grow up loved, safe and respected. We speak to Fraser McKinley, Chief Executive of The Promise Scotland, the organisation set up to support and drive the change to deliver on t
Minority Government
On this special episode focussing on minority government, we speak to Geoff Aberdein, former FM chief of staff to Alex Salmond, and Professor Nicola McEwen, Director of the UofG Centre for Public Policy. They discuss what minority government might mean for Scotland, from day-to-day practicalities to potential implications longer term for the political process and public policy. Produced by Fresh
Minimum Unit Pricing
We are delighted to bring you this special episode on Minimum Unit Pricing, ahead of an anticipated rise by the Scottish Government later this spring. Professor Nicola McEwen talks to Dr Peter Rice, a former addiction psychiatrist and President of the European Alcohol Policy Alliance. He is also Chair of the Institute of Alcohol Studies. Dr Rice was one of the founders, and a former Chair, of the
UK Spring Budget Special
This special episode focusses on the UK Budget detailed last week by the UK Chancellor. Joining us for analysis are three of our UofG experts: Graeme Roy, Dean of external engagement here at the University of Glasgow, he also serves as Chair of the Scottish Fiscal Commission. Nicola McEwen is the Director of the Centre for Public Policy and Claire Macrae is a Senior Lecturer with research e
Regional inequalities and inclusive growth
On this episode, we are joined by Dr Marianne Sensier, from the University of Manchester and The Productivity Institute, and Neil Lee, Professor of Economic Geography at the London School of Economics. Marianne and Neil recently took part in a workshop at the University of Glasgow discussing the priorities for the Glasgow City region, as part of the University's 'policy lab' with the Glasgow
Sport, traumatic brain injuries and the link to dementia
This episode investigates the relationship between traumatic brain injuries resulting from sporting activities and the link to dementia. We talk to Dr Willie Stewart, Consultant Neuropathologist at the Queen Elizabeth and Honorary Professor in Psychology and Neuroscience, about the pioneering work being done at the University to demonstrate a link between sporting head injuries and dementia.
Climate change
The theme for this week's episode is climate change. We speak to Chris Stark, Chief Executive of the Climate Change Committee. We also talk to Dr Hannah Salamon, UofG Research Associate at the Centre for Public Policy, on the relationship between gender and climate change.
Public Policy at UofG and the SNP Annual Conference
Back for Season 3! On this episode we are joined by our new Spotlight co-host Professor Nicola McEwan. Nicola is Professor of Public Policy and Director of the new Centre for Public Policy at the University of Glasgow. We hear from Nicola about the exciting programme of work planned for the recently established Centre. We also have analysis around recent political developments including the SN
Adam Smith tercentenary: Smith Around the World - Keith Tribe
In February 2023, Keith Tribe delivered a talk at the University of Oxford's Balliol College as part of the Smith Around the World series. This event was held in advance of the annual Snell Dinner, commemorating the 17th century benefactor and Scot John Snell, whose generosity has enabled University of Glasgow students to pursue postgraduate degrees at Balliol. Famously, Adam Smith was a Snell ex
Nudge theory and UofG's new Centre for Public Policy
In this episode, we speak to Professor Nicola McEwan, an expert in devolution and inter-governmental relations, who recently joined Glasgow to establish and run a new Centre for Public Policy. We also talk to Theodore Koutmeridis about behavioural economics and how nudges – changes to the incentives that we face – can change the outcomes of policymaking. Timestamps Nicola McEwan: 1:03 Theodore Ko
The future of Scottish education policy & the social and economic harms of poverty in Scotland
In this episode we speak to Chris Chapman, Professor of Educational Policy and Practice, and Graham Donaldson, an Honorary Professor at the School of Education, about the future direction of education policy in Scotland. We also talk to Philip Whyte, Director of the Institute for Public Policy Research Scotland and one of the authors of a new report published this week called Tipping the sc
Legal Rights over Water and the work of the John Smith Centre
On this episode, we talk to Dr Jill Robbie, from the School of Law, to discuss the importance of law and legal rights over water both here in Scotland and around the world. We also speak to Spotlight co-host, Kezia Dugdale, about the work of the John Smith Centre and its role in promoting trust in politics and the political process. Timestamps Jill Robbie: 1:45 Kezia Dugdale: 23:16
The effects of 'persistence' in economic development and the Young Women's Movement on access to healthcare
On this episode, we talk to Jenni Snell, Chief Executive of the Young Women's Movement, on the group's new report on access to healthcare for women. We also speak to Professor Alex Trew on the phenomenon of 'persistence' in economic development and the continuing effect of historical events on modern day social outcomes. Time stamps: Jenni Snell: 1:22 Alex Trew: 19:31
New Scots refugee integration and Does economics have a diversity problem?
Season 2: Episode 14 On this episode, we talk to Dr Tanya Wilson from the UofG Adam Smith Business School about efforts within the economics profession to be more inclusive. We also speak to Dr Dan Fisher and Dr Esa Aldegheri, two of the three authors of the New Scots Refugee Integration Strategy. Timecodes: Tanya Wilson: 2:01 Dan Fisher and Esa Aldgheree: 20:27
Author earnings and fiscal sustainability for Scotland
On this episode, we talk to Dr Amy Thomas, Lecturer in Intellectual Property and Information Law at the School of Law and CREATe, the UK Copyright and Creative Economy Centre. Amy talks about her role as PI on a project funded by the Authors' Licensing and Collecting Society into Author Earnings and Contracts, looking at earnings and inequalities within the sector and pressures post-pandemic.
The gender sensitive parliament and community-led climate action
On this episode we talk to Dr Fiona McKay from Strathclyde University and Dr Meryl Kenny from the University of Edinburgh about their research around the concept of the gender sensitive parliament. We also speak to the School of Education's Dr Ria Dunkley about learning for sustainability and community-led environmental and climate action, as well as her work as part of the GALLANT project. Ti
Lessons from the 'Bennie Railplane' and the campaign to halt public debt recovery for low-income families
On this episode we speak to Niall Mackenzie, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Business History at the University of Glasgow's Adam Smith Business School. Niall talks about the history of the 'Bennie Railplane' from the early 20th century and and its relevance for contemporary debates on growth and economic development. We also talk to Martin Canavan, Head of Policy and Participation at Aber
Section 35 of the Scotland Act and the impact of COVID-19 on migrant workers
On this episode, we talk to Professor Tom Mullen about Section 35 of the Scotland Act and its recent use by the UK Government to prevent the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill. We also speak to Professor Sharon Wright and Dr Anna Gawlewicz about their research on the impact of COVID-19 on migrant workers. Timestamps: Professor Tom Mullen: 1:38 Professor Sharon Wright and Dr Anna Gawlewi
The Legacy of Adam Smith in the year of his tercentenary
2023 is the tercentenary of the birth of Adam Smith. A key pillar of the Scottish Enlightenment his ideas have had huge influence in economics, law, philosophy and the arts. Smith was a student, professor and rector of the University of Glasgow. Throughout the year, the University of Glasgow will be running a series of events and activities to spark a renewed conversation about his world-changi
Scotland's constitutional future and the Scottish Civil Justice Hub
On this episode, we talk to Anand Menon, Professor of European Politics & Foreign Affairs at King's College London and the Director of UK in a Changing Europe. We discuss Scotland's constitutional future, the impact of Brexit and how the UK's political landscape might change in the coming months. We also speak to Nicole Busby, Professor in Human Rights, Equality and Justice at the University of G
Scotland: the global history and the Road to Home report
On this episode, we talk to Murray Pittock, Pro-Vice Principal at the University of Glasgow and Bradley Chair of English Literature, about the research in his new book 'Scotland: The Global History: 1603 to the Present' which seeks to place the international Scotland that we see today into a historical context. We also speak to Jocelyne Fleming, one of the authors of the 'Road to Home' report p
Scotland's housing policy and the impact of COVID-19 on young people
On this episode we speak to Ken Gibb, Professor of Housing Economics, about what the autumn statement might mean for housing policy and energy efficiency standards, and learn about the University's forthcoming 'Road to Home' report. We also talk to Dr Christine Hadfield from the School of Education, about her and her colleagues' work looking at the impact of COVID-19 on young people and what mor
What to expect from the US mid-terms
On this episode, we speak to Tom Scotto, Professor in Politics at the University of Glasgow, about what expect from the US mid-terms that are taking place on 8 November.
The health of Scotland's media and redesigning our city centres
On this episode, we talk to Dr Hayes Mabweazara, Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Glasgow, and one of a team of researchers investigating the health of Scotland's media. Here, he discusses the findings of their recently published report. We also speak to Dr Andrew Hoolachan, Lecturer in Planning at the University of Glasgow. Dr Hoolachan reflects on how we might redesign our city
Industrial disputes of the past and Challenge Poverty Week
On this episode, we speak to Jim Phillips, Professor of Economic and Social History at the University of Glasgow. Jim talks about the key industrial disputes of the 1970s and 1980s and what we can learn from those experiences in the current climate of industrial relations. We also speak to Citizens Advice Scotland and their Head of Communications, Kieron Higgins, as part of Challenge Poverty Wee
UofG's Future Global Shocks lecture series
On this episode, we speak to Jeane Freeman and Michael Russell, curators of the 'Future Global Shocks' lecture series being held this autumn by the University of Glasgow in conjunction with the Campaign for Social Science. We also talk to one of the speakers in the series, Professor Richard Davies (University of Bristol), about what constitutes a resilient economy.
David Blanchflower interview
This podcast summer special features Professor Graeme Roy in discussion with David Blanchflower, Professor of Economics at the University of Glasgow's Adam Smith Business School. Professor Blanchflower shares his views on academics' contribution to policy debates outside of academia and tips on what to do when sharing your knowledge with a wider audience.
Scotland's Programme for Government
We return for a second season of Spotlight! On this episode, Kez Dugdale is joined by Kieran Andrews, Political Editor of the Times in Scotland, to discuss the forthcoming Programme for Government and what it means for politics and public policy over the next 12 months.
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