Holyrood Sources
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<p>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.</p><br><p>Join our mailing list and check out our latest live events: click <a href="https://www.holyroodsources.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">holyroodsources.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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2/23/2023
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Recent Episodes
June 3, 2026
Jack McConnell, Alex Cole-Hamilton & Ivan McKee | Scotland 2050
Calum Macdonald and Andy Maciver interview Lord Jack McConnell, Alex Cole-Hamilton, and Ivan McKee about Scotland's long-term potential and public service reform.
May 27, 2026
Peter Murrell Pleads Guilty, John Swinney's New Cabinet and Tony Blair
Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein, and Andy Maciver discuss Peter Murrell's guilty plea, John Swinney's new cabinet, and Tony Blair's influence in this interview episode.
May 20, 2026
Scotland's New MSPs: Live from Edinburgh Gin Distillery
Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein, and Andy Maciver interview new MSPs Katherine Sangster, Malcolm Offord, and Stephen Flynn about Scotland's political future and key policy challenges.
227 total episodes available with 64 transcripts
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Stephen Flynn
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Calum Macdonald
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Andy Maciver
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Geoff Aberdein
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Carole Ford
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- What is Holyrood Sources?
<p>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.</p><br><p>Join our mailing list and check out our latest live events: click <a href="https://www.holyroodsources.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">holyroodsources.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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