Podcasts By The Scottish Parliament

Leaders in Sport and Physical Activity: Judy Murray

Join former GB Fed Cup captain Judy Murray as she reflects on her experience at the elite levels of tennis, the lessons she’s learned and her aspirations for the future of sport and physical activity in Scotland.

Chaired by Alison Johnstone MSP, Co-Convener of the Cross-Party Group on Sport

Find out more on the Scotland's Futures Forum website.

First Minister’s Questions (FMQs) - 6th June 2019

The Deputy First Minister, John Swinney, answered questions from MSPs in The Scottish Parliament on the 6th of June 2019. 

David Duke, Chief Executive of Street Soccer - Scotland’s Futures Forum

What role can sport play in building an inclusive society? Join Homeless World Cup winning coach David Duke as he reflects on his journey from homelessness to being the founder and chief executive of social enterprise Street Soccer.

 

Chaired by James Dornan MSP, Convener of the Local Government and Communities Committee.

 

Find out more on the Scotland's Futures Forum website.

 

 

First Minister's Questions (FMQs) - 30th May 2019

The First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, answered questions from MSPs in The Scottish Parliament on the 30th of May 2019. 

Scotland's Futures Forum Digital Democracy – Engaging with Parliament

How can the Scottish Parliament best engage with citizens in a digital age? First we chat with Professor Cristina Leston Bandeira, a member of the House of Commons Speaker’s Digital Democracy Commission, then we move onto a roundtable discussion with the Professor and the Scottish Government’s Digital Engagement Manager Chris Connolly as they explore the opportunities available to Scotland.

You can read more about the work of the Speaker’s Digital Democracy Commission on their website, or you can read more about the The Scottish Government’s digital engagement work on their blog. 

Chaired by Angus MacDonald MSP, Deputy Convener of the Public Petitions Committee.

Find out more on the Scotland's Futures Forum website.

First Minister’s Questions (FMQs) - 22nd of May 2019

The First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, answered questions from MSPs in The Scottish Parliament on the 22nd of May 2019. 

Scotland 2030: A Sustainable Future for Rural Scotland

How can Scotland develop a shared vision for the future of its rural areas, managing the delicate balancing act between community development and conservation?

Join an expert panel, including Megan MacInnes, Scottish Land Commissioner; Vicki Swales from Scottish Environment; Calum MacLeod from Community Land Scotland; and Jack Norquoy MSYP for Orkney, to explore the potential futures ahead of us and consider what we want for 2030.

Chaired by Claudia Beamish MSP, Scotland’s Futures Forum director.

For more information, visit the Scotland's Futures Forum website.

First Minister’s Questions (FMQs) - 16th of May 2019

The First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, answered questions from MSPs in The Scottish Parliament on the 16th of May 2019. 

Chris Stark - Chief Executive of the Committee on Climate Change

The Chief Executive of the Committee on Climate Change, Chris Stark, gave evidence at The Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform Committee then spoke to us for a quick podcast on the latest report from the Committee on Climate Change, and 'net zero' emission targets.

Shelley Kerr, Scotland Women’s National Football Team Head Coach - Scotland’s Futures Forum

Ahead of the World Cup this summer, the Scotland Women’s National Football Team head coach Shelley Kerr shared the lessons she’s learned through sport, and described her vision for the long-term future of women’s football in Scotland.

Chaired by Rt Hon Ken Macintosh MSP, Presiding Officer and Futures Forum Chair

You can find out more on the Scotland's Futures Forum website.