Oct 20, 202637 minS8
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...
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A podcast discussing public policy and the political process – at a local, national and international level – through a Scottish lens.
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What is UofG Spotlight about?
A podcast discussing public policy and the political process, at a local, national and international level, through a Scottish lens.
What has UofG Spotlight covered recently?
Recent episodes include "State of the Race: The US Midterm Elections" (20 October 2026, 37 minutes), "Tackling Poverty in 2026" (5 October 2026, 37 minutes), and "The Devolution Revolution?" (21 September 2026, 34 minutes).
How often does UofG Spotlight publish?
UofG Spotlight publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 100 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on UofG Spotlight?
Booking probability for UofG Spotlight is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. UofG Spotlight requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. UofG Spotlight's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch UofG Spotlight?
The strongest fits for UofG Spotlight are Government & Politics. UofG Spotlight has an education audience.
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UofG Spotlight is an education podcast with 100 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #3
Tackling Poverty in 2026
Oct 5, 202637 minS8In 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...
Episode #2
The Devolution Revolution?
Sep 21, 202634 minS8In 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...
Episode #1
Scotland's Programme for Government
Sep 7, 202643 minS8UofG 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...
Jun 5, 202639 minS7In 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...
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May 12, 202638 minS7In 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...
Episode #12
In England and Wales - On the Elections Ep.7
May 6, 202638 minS7In 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...
Apr 29, 202630 minS7This 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...
Apr 23, 202633 minS7In 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...
Episode #9
The Manifestos - On the Elections Ep.4
Apr 20, 202632 minS7In 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...
Apr 15, 202631 minS7This 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...
Apr 8, 202627 minS7In 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...
Apr 2, 202627 minS7Kicking 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...
Episode #5
Are We Tackling Poverty in Scotland?
Mar 17, 202631 minS7In 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...
Episode #4
The Future of Higher Education in the UK
Mar 11, 202636 minS7Higher 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...
Feb 24, 202641 minS7In 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...
Feb 12, 202640 minS7This 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...
Episode #1
Challenging Scotland's Political Leaders
Jan 22, 202647 minS7We'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...
Dec 16, 202539 minS6In 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...
Episode #4
The UK Budget: What You Need to Know
Nov 28, 202522 minS6This 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...
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Ben Wilson
Senior Director, Strategy--Enterprise Markets, State University of New York at Cortland
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David Waite
Senior Lecturer in Urban Studies at the University of Glasgow, Utah Valley University
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Sara Carter
Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, White House Office of National Drug Control Policy
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Sunder Katwala
author, British Future
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