I’ve put together three separate interviews, where I aim to find out more about what it’s really like to live with HIV, and about the groundbreaking new treatment that Scotland is the first country in the world to offer.  Those guests are two men, Brian and David, who have been living with the virus for quite some time, and from Dr Nneka Nikwolo.  They each give me a personalised account of their lives, the realities of living with HIV and the challenges they've faced. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Tickets for Blethered LIVE at St Luke's with Darren 'Loki' McGarvey: gigss.co/blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

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Spotlight: Living With HIV

Tickets for Blethered LIVE at St Luke's Glasgow - Friday 26th November: gigss.co/blethered Musician Luke La Volpe talks about going from playing gigs in pubs aged 13, to selling out King Tuts in a few hours, while still an unsigned artist… Luke explains how he was planning to quit music in 2019 and move to Australia, before he opened for Lewis Capaldi at Princes Street Gardens... And we talk about Luke being made a patron of the Music Venue Trust, alongside Paul McCartney after he organised ‘Sofathon Singalong’ in aid of the charity, during lockdown. And much more. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Tickets for Blethered LIVE at St Luke's Glasgow: gigss.co/blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Musician Luke La Volpe

Robyn and I discuss how it feels to be a woman on a daily basis in today’s world, from everyday harassment and sexism, and also more severe incidents such as physical and sexual assault… We look at the dangers faced by women, big and small every time they leave the house, and what men can do to help, both through their own behaviours and interventions… And we discuss the damaging impact that pornography can have, particularly in influencing the behaviours of younger men in today’s society. And as always, we cover plenty more.  www.that-guy.co.uk Tickets for Blethered LIVE at St Luke's Glasgow: gigss.co/blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

What's It Like To Be A Woman? // with Robyn Kennedy

Tommy’s back for a follow up to our first conversation where we unpacked the stigma that exists around debt, how people fall into it in the first place, and the options available to help you to resolve it. We discuss the reaction to that conversation and how people got in touch for help after listening... We look at different definitions of ‘struggling with debt’ and how you don’t need to keep living miserably... And we dismantle the notion that debt is anything to be embarrassed about, it happens to almost everyone and can be fixed. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Tickets for Blethered LIVE at St Luke's Glasgow: gigss.co/blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Don’t Let Debt Kill Your Happiness // with Tommy Gallacher

Grayson Hart tells me about his challenging upbringing in New Zealand, before moving to Scotland to play professional rugby... We discuss how serious injury saw him dependent on severe painkillers just to get through each session... And we chat about Pure Sport CBD, Grayson’s company that specialises in wellness products, and the difference it makes. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Tickets for Blethered LIVE at St Luke's Glasgow: gigss.co/blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Resilience, Regeneration & Rugby // with Grayson Hart

Dylan John Thomas joins me in the studio to talk about supporting both Gerry Cinnamon and Liam Gallagher on their arena tours, we discuss Dylan's new post-lockdown sound, and we look ahead to TRNSMT 2021. And as always, plenty more. Tickets for Blethered LIVE at St Luke's Glasgow: gigss.co/blethered Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seantmcdonald/

Sean McDonald & cinch presents TRNSMT // Dylan John Thomas

I talk to Stevie and Al of Saint Phnx about their early beginnings in band Vigo Thieves, you’ll hear about their tours with Yung Blud and Lewis Capaldi, and the lads reflect on how perseverance and a love for what they do has got them to the where they are. Blethered LIVE at St Luke's: https://gigss.co/blethered Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seantmcdonald/

Sean McDonald & cinch presents TRNSMT // Saint Phnx

Blethered x cinch presents TRNSMT I'm joined by Amy MacDonald and we discuss her first steps in music, having a drink backstage with U2, and how much she's looking forward to getting back on the road. And as always, so much more. Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seantmcdonald/

Sean McDonald & cinch presents TRNSMT // Amy MacDonald

We discuss Paul’s departure from Westminster and the realities of life during Covid after being an MP, moving to Holyrood to serve in the Scottish parliament and pushing for change in Scottish politics. And we chat about the need for alliances in communities, if we want to see real progression. Plus, I talk about the time we had dinner beside Theresa May in the House of Commons. Seriously. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Labour MSP Paul Sweeney

Commonwealth Featherweight Champion boxer Nathaniel Collins tell me about his early steps into amateur boxing after overcoming a physical defect at birth, before eventually travelling all over the world to compete against the very best. We discuss his transition into professional boxing, including the dedication and sacrifice made that saw him recently crowned Commonwealth Featherweight Champion, and what lies ahead. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Boxer Nathaniel Collins

Former footballer Dean Richardson talks about his days as a youth player at Celtic in the early 2000’s and the progression of his career after leaving Celtic Park. On top of that, there’s some funny stories about nights in the cells in Dublin and physical assaults from the enigmatic Tommy Gravesen after beating him at pool. But most importantly, Dean tells me about his recent testicular cancer battle at only 34 years of age, and how vital early detection was in saving his life. You’ll hear great advice and we dismantle the notion of embarrassment when it comes to something so serious. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Celtic, Life Thereafter & Beating Cancer // with Dean Richardson

Scottish actor Laura McMonagle talks about her early days on BBC Scotland soap River City before going on to work with people like Ken Loach and Martin Compston... We discuss the added pressure of portraying real-life people such as her character in the Paul Ferris biopic ‘The Wee Man’, among others... And Laura shines a light on the experience of her latest film project, ‘To Be Someone’, a film about Mods, Music & Organised Crime. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Actor Laura McMonagle

We discuss the Only Fans phenomenon, the social stigma around it, and varying social attitudes around women and sexuality. We also reflect on the sexualisation and objectification of women from a young age, and Adelia discusses the impact that her career path has had on her relationships with her family and friends. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Only Fans Model Adelia Acker

Classic Episode: Rose Reilly Born in Stewarton, Ayrshire, Rose was a trailblazer in women's football, with an unparalleled career in France and Italy. Rose tells me about playing for AC Milan and Napoli, and winning the World Cup with Italy. Being banned for life without explanation by the SFA, and then being the first ever woman inducted in to the Scottish Football Hall of Fame, alongside giants of the game such as Sir Alex Ferguson, Henrik Larsson, Jock Stein and John Greig. And you’ll hear about how Rose fought back from the brink of death to go on and be named World Player of the Year. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Support Blethered on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/Blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Rose Reilly // Scotland's World Cup Winner

Classic Episode: Rose Reilly Born in Stewarton, Ayrshire, Rose was a trailblazer in women's football, with an unparalleled career in France and Italy. Rose tells me about playing for AC Milan and Napoli, and winning the World Cup with Italy Being banned for life without explanation by the SFA, and then being the first ever woman inducted in to the Scottish Football Hall of Fame, alongside giants of the game such as Sir Alex Ferguson, Henrik Larsson, Jock Stein and John Greig, And you’ll hear about how Rose fought back from the brink of death to go on and be named World Player of the Year. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Support Blethered on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/Blethered Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

Glasgow & Barcelona based podcast, hosted by Sean McDonald. Sean interviews people from various segments of society, discussing serious topics with Scottish humour. From life stories, to social commentary and discussion on mental health topics, modern culture and more. Contact at seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com. 

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