Best DC Thomson Podcasts (2025)

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Reform defections and the future of colleges 27:31

2d ago27:31

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The link between a college funding crisis and the future of jobs is becoming clear. We look closely at UHI Perth, and at Nescol in Aberdeen, Peterhead and Fraserburgh to see what it means. If they can't train the workers of the future, what's the point of worrying about that fabled energy industry 'just transition' anyway? We also look at polling s…

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Dundee manager search latest and United’s different vibe 46:57

1d ago46:57

46:57

It’s a few days since Tony Docherty was sacked by Dundee – what is the state of play now? Will Dundee chiefs take their time or move swiftly? What does it mean for out-of-contract players? Across the road United release some big players. What does that mean for the future at Tannadice? And who will be next captain? Back in the studio are host Tom D…

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The truth about the Rory McIlroy driver debacle 1:20:52

2d ago1:20:52

1:20:52

Everybody’s talking about Rory McIlroy’s driver. Trouble is, not many of them are talking any sense. So, allow us to help. On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis reflect on the biggest talking point from the PGA Championship, with James providing greater insight into the testing process. He should know – as a World…

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Both Barrels 51:03

3d ago51:03

51:03

The season is officially over and in this episode of the Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton pore over the last day loss to Dundee, the pitch invasion that followed and the merits - or otherwise - of the players staying and departing. Plus, Saints' history with double-barrelled players - debated. Interested in local sport …

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Tony Docherty SACKED by Dundee as United book Euro ticket 1:00:57

4d ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Huge breaking news on Monday morning as Dundee wielded the axe on gaffer Tony Docherty. The decision came less than 24 hours after the Dee secured their Premiership status with a 2-0 victory at St Johnstone, sparking a pitch invasion at McDiarmid Park. Was it the right call by the Dee? And will Shaun Maloney be the next man in the Dens Park hotseat…

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The Rebuild Begins 52:18

8d ago52:18

52:18

St Johnstone's relegation from the Premiership is a done deal - and it has been a long time coming. On this week's Spoony Chop, Eric Nicolson, Stuart Cosgrove and Sean Hamilton dig deep into what has gone wrong at McDiarmid Park, when it began and what was - or was not - done to arrest the decline. And should Saints fans want Dundee at risk of join…

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Ref rage and United’s cup final 1:07:53

8d ago1:07:53

1:07:53

No prizes for guessing where Twa Teams started this week – straight to THAT penalty decision at Dens Park. And then some more about the referee call and a bit more after that for good measure. Plus a little bit on what Dundee have to do at McDiarmid Park on Sunday. Plenty on Dundee United too – why is there some positivity to take from their Ibrox …

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Raac and ruin 27:52

9d ago27:52

27:52

Reporter Lindsay Bruce joins the podcast to describe what’s happening in communities affected by the crumbling concrete crisis caused by Raac in housing. Lindsay has spent months speaking with people who are losing their homes in places such as Torry in Aberdeen. Parts of Dundee are also caught up in the crisis, leaving local government with a heft…

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The massive PGA Championship preview! 1:17:59

11d ago1:17:59

1:17:59

And just like that, the second men’s major of the season is upon us. Michael, James and Lewis look ahead to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, discussing Jordan Spieth’s prospects of joining Rory McIlroy in the career grand slam club; McIlroy’s own title hopes; the inevitability of Scottie Scheffler; and the most likely first-time-major-winners …

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Dee-day for Dark Blues as Dundee United’s Euro charge wobbles 50:57

11d ago50:57

50:57

Two games to go – and it’s all to play for at both ends of the table. Dundee remain firmly in the relegation dogfight following defeat at Kilmarnock. What went wrong at Rugby Park amid more VAR complaints from Tony Docherty. And a season-defining showdown with Ross County is on the horizon. The guys look ahead to that one. Dundee United, meanwhile,…

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Shots to the heart and plastic pressure 1:03:43

15d ago1:03:43

1:03:43

It’s the business end of the season and our teams need to do the business. Dundee United face their biggest game of the campaign – win and European football next season is assured. But have they ran out of steam? Dundee need a win to get away from trouble – can they get the better of Kilmarnock on the plastic at Rugby Park? Back in the studio, host…

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Leading doctor on Scotland's fragile NHS 36:06

16d ago36:06

36:06

Inverness GP Dr Iain Kennedy, the British Medical Association's Scottish council chairman, joins us for a full interview on the stresses and strains in the NHS. We look into the findings of our own survey which explores real-life experiences of the health service. Dr Kennedy has clear messages to the political leaders who will find the NHS front an…

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Meat and Two Veg 53:03

17d ago53:03

53:03

St Johnstone's season all comes down to Saturday's clash with Ross County. Defeat will see them relegated to the Championship, while a draw will provide a stay of execution. A victory would reduce the Staggies' lead over Saints to just three points, with six left to play for. On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamil…

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Was VAR right to chalk off Portales strike and what went wrong for United at Hibs? 50:25

18d ago50:25

50:25

It was a big weekend that brings big questions on both sides of the street. What happened to Dundee? Should VAR have ruled out Antonio Portales’s brilliant second? What went wrong in the second half? What happened to United? Why did they start so poorly and what does it mean for Declan Gallagher? It’s a threesome this Monday with Tom Duthie throwin…

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Big weekend: Can Utd shock Hibs in Euro chase and will Dee move towards survival? 1:11:48

22d ago1:11:48

1:11:48

It’s a big weekend for both our clubs. Dundee United face a crucial trip to Hibs in the race for third place – victory would put the Tangerines right in the mix. And they have a good record at Easter Road, as the boys point out. Across the road, Dundee can take a big, big step towards survival at home to Motherwell. What can we expect at Dens? Goal…

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Union chief Roz Foyer interview 23:50

23d ago23:50

23:50

The STUC’s Roz Foyer joins us in Dundee where union members held their annual congress. Roz sets out the big challenges ahead for jobs, the decline of Grangemouth refinery, higher education and the future of the economy. She reflects on speeches to union members from First Minister John Swinney and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar. And she warns …

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Fringe men to the rescue? 44:57

24d ago44:57

44:57

St Johnstone’s survival hopes are hanging by a thread after Motherwell exposed their defensive frailties at Fir Park. But the performances of a few players who haven’t been regulars provided a ray of hope. On this week’s Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove and Eric Nicolson assess the possibility of Saints winning back to back home games and unlikely hero…

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The Mexican Barry Smith and United’s day to forget 50:30

25d ago50:30

50:30

Dundee pulled off a major result by beating Hearts at Tynecastle – big decisions pay off for Tony Docherty. Who stood out? And how about Antonio Portales in midfield? United, meanwhile, had one of those days to endure against Celtic – what does it mean for their European dream? The usual crew talk through all the news – Tom Duthie hosting alongside…

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Why United have more to play for than Celtic and which injured players do Dundee need most? 1:14:02

29d ago1:14:02

1:14:02

The Premiership is back and so is Twa Teams, One Street. It is a big weekend ahead – can Dundee United be title party poopers for Celtic? And can Dundee add to Hearts grumbling? The usual crew talk through all the news – Tom Duthie hosting alongside Courier Sport writers Alan Temple and George Cran as well as former Tele Sport editor Graeme Finnan.…

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Supreme Court 'biological women' fall-out 26:56

1M ago26:56

26:56

We look at the fall-out from the Supreme Court ruling on women being defined by their biological sex in equalities law. What does it mean in practice? And how are politicians and activists responding? One MSP, the newly elected Dundee University rector Maggie Chapman, is at the centre of a backlash for calling the court “bigoted”. We also discuss w…

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Roll the Dice 50:06

1M ago50:06

50:06

St Johnstone's interest in the Scottish Cup is over after Celtic racked up five goals without reply in the semi-final. All that remains to focus on is the club's fight for safety in the Premiership. On this week's Spoony Chop, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Saints' Hampden heartache, VAR being dreadful (again), and Simo Valakari's options …

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What next for Rory McIlroy? 1:22:54

1M ago1:22:54

1:22:54

As the dust settles from his history-making win at The Masters, Rory McIlroy is probably asking himself one big question: what now? On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis attempt to answer it. What should be the Irishman’s target now that he has achieved his lifelong ambition? Will he still have the same motivation…

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Q&A: January window failures and should Dee change manager? 1:23:22

1M ago1:23:22

1:23:22

It’s that time again – listener questions! Post-split fixtures chat first then into the Q&A where we find out if Tom had a nickname back in the day. It is the usual crew this Thursday – Tom Duthie hosting alongside Courier Sport writers George Cran and Alan Temple with former Tele Sport editor Graeme Finnan. You can also see us on YouTube at youtub…

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Strikes at Robert Gordon University, John Swinney's reset and MSPs deal with 'burn-out' 25:39

1M ago25:39

25:39

It’s Holyrood recess, but the headlines keep coming. This week, the team speaks to striking staff outside Robert Gordon University fighting cuts in an education funding crisis. We also look at First Minister John Swinney’s latest reset while the world tries to get used to Donald Trump’s tariff whims. And we take a close look at MSP “burn-out” as po…

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Hampden Here We Come 48:34

1M ago48:34

48:34

St Johnstone are heading for Hampden to face Celtic in Sunday's Scottish Cup semi-final. They are doing so having just beaten the Hoops in the league (followed by a loss to Dundee United). Can they do the unthinkable and make it two wins on the spin against Brendan Rodgers' side? Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss these issues, plus the post-s…

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Locking Sam Dalby in a cryogenic chamber and what happened to Dundee? 49:46

1M ago49:46

49:46

Dundee is a city of contrasts on this spring Monday. Dundee United are happy, another 1-0 win kicks them closer to their European dream. Dundee are certainly not happy, another bad day kicks them closer to a relegation nightmare. Twa Teams dissects both matches with host Tom Tom Duthie joined by Courier Sport writers George Cran and Alan Temple alo…

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The Masters Commute - RORY WINS! IMMEDIATE REACTION! 38:38

1M ago38:38

38:38

Ladies and gentlemen, golf history has been made. Rory McIlroy has won The Masters, becoming only the sixth male golfer ever to complete the career grand slam. Michael is joined by bunkered’s senior writer Ben Parsons - who followed Rory for the entirety of his epic final round - to reflect upon a scintillating, unforgettable Sunday at Augusta Nati…

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The 2025 Masters Commute – Round 3 Recap LIVE from Augusta National 33:50

1M ago33:50

33:50

Rory McIlroy stands on the threshold of sporting history and golf immortality. The Irishman, chasing a Masters victory to become only the sixth golfer to complete the career grand slam, takes a two-shot lead into the final round at Augusta National. Chasing him down? The man who pipped him to the post for the US Open just ten months ago, Bryson DeC…

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The 2025 Masters Commute – Round 2 Recap LIVE from Augusta National 29:42

1M ago29:42

29:42

In your LIFE have you seen a leaderboard like that! Justin Rose leads from Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Shane Lowry and a host of other huge names as the 89th Masters Tournament reaches the halfway point. On today’s Masters Commute, Michael is joined by Sean Zak from Golf.com to reflect on a simply scintillating Friday and to…

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The 2025 Masters Commute – Round 1 Recap LIVE from Augusta National 27:43

1M ago27:43

27:43

Well. What a day that was. The opening round of the 89th Masters Tournament did NOT disappoint. On today’s episode, Michael McEwan is joined by Golf Digest senior editor (and Commute veteran) Luke Kerr Dineen to reflect on Justin Rose’s exceptional start, Scottie Scheffler’s “brain-wrecking” consistency, Fred Couples’ history-making round, and Nick…

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United’s hunt for third and Dee stadium pain 1:12:51

1M ago1:12:51

1:12:51

It’s another big weekend of football in the Scottish Premiership. Can Dundee United pick up a big three points in the race for third spot when St Johnstone come calling? And what’s happening with Dundee’s new stadium? Plus we eventually get round to talking about the trip to Hibs. Back in the studio is host Tom Duthie joined by Courier Sport writer…

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The 2025 Masters Commute – Day 2 LIVE from Augusta National 29:34

1M ago29:34

29:34

Fore, please! Michael McEwan is joined on today's episode of the Masters Commute by Golf.com's Dylan Dethier (as seen on Netflix series Full Swing). The guys recap Fred Ridley's press conference, which covered ground including slow play, Angel Cabrera and more. Dylan also shares some insights into what Masters contender Ludvig Aberg is really like …

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Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey interview 20:51

1M ago20:51

20:51

We speak to Lib Dem leader Ed Davey in Inverness as his party looks to the Highlands ahead of next year’s Holyrood election. He discusses the party’s hopes of making gains across the region – including in the Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch constituency currently held by Kate Forbes. The Lib Dem leader also talks international affairs including the UK’…

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The 2025 Masters Commute – Day 1 LIVE from Augusta National 35:23

1M ago35:23

35:23

The first men’s major of the season is upon us, which means it’s time for the return of The bunkered Podcast’s Masters Commutes. Michael McEwan is joined today at Augusta National Golf Club by bunkered’s senior writer – and Masters rookie – Ben Parsons. The pair recap an eventful journey to Georgia, with Ben detailing what it was like to clap eyes …

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The 2025 Masters Preview Pod! 1:04:18

2M ago1:04:18

1:04:18

Hello friends and welcome to a podcast unlike any other - bunkered's 2025 Masters preview! Join Michael, James and Lewis - featuring a special cameo from the one and only Jim Nantz - as they look ahead to this week's action from Augusta National. Are the stars finally aligning for Rory? How much of a blow (if even a blow at all) is Tiger's absence?…

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Dundee and United in big victories and clean sheets – who will finish top scorer out of Sam Dalby and Simon Murray? 51:24

2M ago51:24

51:24

Two wins, two clean sheets and two strikers doing their thing. A big weekend on both sides of Sandeman Street – Dundee United sealed their top six place but have they sealed top five now too? Dundee even managed a clean sheet. Unheard of. Plus Simon Murray for Scotland chat increases. Monday’s pod sees host Tom Duthie joined by Courier Sport writer…

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Big weekend – can Dundee get vital win and will United secure top six? 1:06:09

2M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

It’s a pivotal weekend of Premiership football. Dundee can move out of the bottom two but will need to beat in-form St Mirren. Why though will the Dee go into the game with confidence? United need one point at Hearts to secure their top-six berth – but can they build a big lead over the Jambos with another Tynecastle victory? Plenty stats and chat …

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New Dundee University rector interview 22:40

2M ago22:40

22:40

We speak to Maggie Chapman, who saw off a challenge from TV Gladiator Sabre in an election to the role of Dundee University rector. She tells us about her plans to help fix the crisis-hit institution and how she learned from her previous rector post at Aberdeen University. We also bring the story up to date on the political angles and on-campus wor…

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Easter Road horror show a one-off? w/ guest Colin McCredie 46:45

2M ago46:45

46:45

St Johnstone produced their worst performance since the January window closed and were well beaten by Hibs as a result. Where do Saints need to improve when Celtic visit McDiarmid Park on Saturday and is Simo Valakari getting his tactics and substitutions right? Join Eric Nicolson, Stuart Cosgrove and special guest, actor Colin McCredie, as the Spo…

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Captain Scott can do one 48:27

2M ago48:27

48:27

Tom Duthie invokes Norwegian explorer sentiment to kick off the Dundee section this week. The boys chime in with their thoughts on Dundee’s bonkers home clash with Rangers – can they stay up playing like that? But we kick off with a massive win for Dundee United at Ross County. Plenty to get through after a huge weekend of futba. You can also see u…

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How Dundee can hurt Rangers and can United make big step toward top-six berth? 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

The final furlong before the split approaches. Can Dundee follow up their derby win with another big result when Rangers come to town? And how will Jim Goodwin approach a massive game at Ross County? Plenty to get through this Thursday plus we have another competition courtesy of SPAR Scotland! This time the prize is 4 hospitality tickets for next …

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Assisted dying interview 18:24

2M ago18:24

18:24

We speak with Willie Rennie, the former Scottish Lib Dem leader, on his decision to go public in support of assisted dying proposals. The MSP for North East Fife tells us what swayed his opinion while the debate plays out across Scotland and in all parts of the UK. We also hear what’s in store for his party’s upcoming conference in Inverness…

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Statement Time 39:05

2M ago39:05

39:05

The final international break of the season is coming to an end and St Johnstone need points from their three pre-split games to give themselves a solid chance of escaping relegation. On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss St Johnstone's chances of claiming a "statement win" against either Hibs, Celtic …

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Is there a future for TGL? 1:03:12

2M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

The inaugural season of TGL – the new tech-infused golf league pioneered by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy – is drawing to a close this week. But was it any good? Michael, James and Lewis discuss what the simulator comp got right and what it needs to improve upon if it’s to have any future. Elsewhere, the guys discuss Viktor Hovland’s stunning return…

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Derby joy MUST fuel Dundee safety push 44:58

2M ago44:58

44:58

With no fixture this weekend thanks to the latest international break, Dundee are entitled to keep basking in the glory of the derby hiding they dished out to United at Tannadice. But as the Dark Blues begin their preparations to face Rangers in just over a week, it’s vital that they find a way to replicate the devastating attacking display that de…

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Dundee University finance scandal deepens 23:08

2M ago23:08

23:08

Bosses at Dundee University admit the institution could have run out of cash by June without support. The revelations from parliament are the latest in a long-running saga. We discuss an extraordinary evidence session heard by Holyrood’s education committee on Wednesday. Plus, our reporters look at the big names leaving Holyrood at the next electio…

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Thanks For Nothing, Dundee United 47:28

2M ago47:28

47:28

An unexpected Dundee victory over city rivals United saw the Dark Blues stretch their lead over St Johnstone to five points (plus five goals). The Perth side's Premiership safety hopes are still alive, but how far adrift is too far adrift? This week, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton ponder Saints' draw with Aberdeen, Zach Mitchell's…

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McIlroy masters Sawgrass. Now for Augusta National... 1:05:46

2M ago1:05:46

1:05:46

He had to wait until Monday morning to make it official but Rory McIlroy is now a two-time PLAYERS champion. The Irishman’s extra holes win over JJ Spaun at TPC Sawgrass makes him the first European to win the PGA Tour’s flagship event on multiple occasions, moves him ahead of Phil Mickelson on the PGA Tour Career Money List, and marks the first ti…

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Dundee delight as dismal United put to sword at Tannadice 52:34

2M ago52:34

52:34

The Dark Blue side of the street is celebrating this morning after Dundee deservedly swept Dundee United aside 4-2 at Tannadice on Sunday. Jordan McGhee bagged a brace, Scott Tiffoney struck and Simon “Adebayor” Murray made the game safe in stoppage time, rendering efforts from Glenn Middleton and Kristijan Trapanovski moot. We analyse an all-actio…