This podcast extra features our conversation with Robin McAlpine.
Robin is a Scottish campaigner who was the Director of the Common Weal think tank from 2014 to 2021. He previously worked as a journalist, and was the first director of the Jimmy Reid Foundation. In an earlier political incarnation he worked as a political researcher for Labour MP George Robertson.
He's currently Head of Strategic Development at Common Weal.
Our starting point was Sorted based on 10 years of policy work by Common Weal, covering all aspects of public life.
Common Weal says , "Sorted is about what's possible. It's a handbook for a better Scotland. A vision for a shared future in an independent Scotland."
Sorted was a jumping off point for a fascinating,wide ranging discussion with Robin,brimful of ideas and passion.
Copies of Sorted can be purchased by following this link
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What is The Lesley Riddoch Podcast?
Scottish politics dissected from a left, pro-independence stance. Each week, award-winning broadcaster and journalist, Lesley Riddoch chews over the week’s news with former media lecturer and Dundee United fan, Pat Joyce. If you like intelligent, quirky chat about Scottish society and culture, and Scottish, UK and international politics analysed from a Scottish perspective; this podcast is for you.