Black Scot Pod

Join Shirley and Suzie as they discuss the latest weather phenomenon, (yes, really) including the -50c temperatures Suzie experienced on her recent holiday to Canada. they also get into the latest single from Ariana Grande, 'yes, and?'- and talk about THAT Oscar Snub....

Join Suzie and Shirley for season 2 of Black Scot Pod where they discuss the latest movies - Leave the World Behind and The Perfect Find... and go into a detailed discussion of the latest episodes of Doctor Who FT Ncuti Gatwa, David Tennant and Catherine Tate.

And we’re back! And this time it’s with a recap of the year and a look back at some of the moments that made 2023 the most memorable to date- from our first international holiday together, attending the British podcast awards, to finally finding out who shot Tupac, and what NASA had to say about those Aliens… Let us know what your fave episode of BSP was this year on insta and give this pod a rating if you enjoyed it. And see you all for the brand new season of BSP from 11 January 2024! @blackscotpod

In part two of filming Scotland's greatest escape, we relived some of the funniest moments of Inverlonan including the boat to the bothy and lurking mermaids in the dark. We also talk about the importance of wearing natural hair on TV and post covid body confidence.

On this weeks episode, we reminisce about being approached to take part in the new BBC Scotland series ‘ Scotlands Greatest Escape’ and visiting Davaar Island.

Join us this week as we discuss the many mysterious of the world such as, the Appalachian mountains, why people can't stay in their own business bout ADHD, and why are these older actors so FINE?

This week on the AV club we discuss the shows that have been keeping us glued to the small screen, including The Last of Us, Love Life, Severance and the Oscar Nominations. We also chat about whether Black panther is truly the best marvel film out there... ** If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support us in this journey- please give the podcast a rating and join us at Ko-fi.com/blackscotpod where you can buy us a 'virtual coffee' to show your support! Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop-culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_Find us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts! Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.com Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker alone, and may not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s).

This week we talk about the increasing cost of Wigs (inflation is hitting EVERY industry) , celebrity blind items, and the ongoing public debate following the declaration of the food watchdog that bringing cake into the office is akin to passive smoking! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support us in this journey- please give the podcast a rating and join us at Ko-fi.com/blackscotpod where you can buy us a 'virtual coffee' to show your support! *** Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop-culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_Find us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts! Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.com Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker alone, and may not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s).

Happy New Year folks! This week Suzie and Shirley discuss Suzie Turning 30, Prince Harry's recent interviews, and why we will no longer be sending back home. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support us in this journey- please give the podcast a rating and join us at Ko-fi.com/blackscotpod where you can buy us a 'virtual coffee' to show your support! *** Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop-culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_Find us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts! Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.com Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker alone, and may not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s). 

This week Suzie is joined by guest host Wacera Kamonji to discuss the new Netflix series from Harry and Meghan. Join us as we talk about the British media's treatment of Meghan, the betrayal of her father- and the relationship between the press and the public.  -- **** If you enjoyed this episode make sure to leave us a rating- every rating helps us in our podcasting journey! *** Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials including Youtube!

we’re joined by non other than Melody Thornton (Pussycat Dolls) who is about to reprise the iconic role as Rachel Marron in the UK tour of The Bodyguard in early 2023! We chat about everything from childhood inspo and why Paula Abdul is the GOAT, being in PCD and being hyper-visible as a black woman, her EP Lioness Eyes and how to stay cool in front of Beyoncé- and how important it is to keep it 100% in challenging times. We also get into the new Harry & Megan documentary- its the perfect Xmas listen! Catch Melody in The Bodyguard in Scotland on the following dates: *Saturday 28 January – Saturday 4 February 2023 Glasgow King’s Theatre *Monday 20 February – Saturday 25 February 2023 Edinburgh Playhouse *Tuesday 2 May – Saturday 6 May 2023 Aberdeen, His Majesty’s Theatre

We're back! and this week we're talking about the ongoing cost of living crisis, choosing brunch over having a baby, and a wee update on Suzie's trip to Montreal where she experienced Canadian tipping culture (18% minimum tip!). We also debrief about a few of the events we've been to since the last episode including the Spotify SoundUp session with Madame Joyce!  **** If you enjoyed this episode make sure to leave us a rating- every rating helps us in our podcasting journey! *** Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials including Youtube!

On this week's episode we reminisce about old morning television for kids, cartoons and the rising cost of living crisis. In no particular order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's everything everywhere all at once this week as the announcement of Liz Truss as PM (cheese import lady) is the least interesting thing to happen to the country. Join us as we try our best to make sense of the week's happenings including:Rishi v LizThe Queens Death at Balmoral Castle in ScotlandKing Charles AscensionThe man that heckled Prince Andrew in Edinburgh (free speech?)The return of Meghan Markle and Prince HarryBeing an immigrant and having an opinion in these times #nationalitiesandbordersbillAll in this very special Royal episode of Black Scot Pod!****If you enjoyed this episode make sure to leave us a rating- every rating helps us in our podcasting journey!***Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials including Youtube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with a brand new episode, and this time it's from our first ever live show as part of the Connect Festival lineup, in association with The List Magazine! Join us as we chat about our origin story, bad hair days, and acquiring British citizenship!***If you enjoyed this episode make sure to leave us a rating- every rating helps us in our podcasting journey!***Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials including Youtube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with another fun episode of the AV Club! This week we talk about visiting some of Edinburgh's top graveyards (they're beautiful- we swear!), the Sandmans Tumblr Aesthetic, and the shows we can't wait to see/ have seen at this year's Fringe festival! This week we watched:The Sandman, NetflixThe Looney Tunes Show, Peacock/NOWTVA World Without Dwarfism, BBC we also read:I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jeanette McCurdy Fringe Recommendation:Just Friends, Olga Koch ***Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop-culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts!Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get your Connect Festival Tickets here to come to our show and catch some other amazing acts and more on the weekend of the 26th to 28th of August:https://connectmusicfestival.com/artist/black-scot-podYou can also catch us at Just Get A Real Job's live podcast at the Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 17 August as part of the FREE FRINGE Festival-See you soon!a**We're back from our hols! This week we get into our gals' trip to London, attending this year's British Podcast Awards where we got to meet our faves and tell a story of how Shirley managed to embarrass herself in front of Idris and a brief chat about the end of KETE, The Sandman ...*****If you enjoyed this episode make sure to leave us a rating- every rating helps us in our podcasting journey!PSA: We'll be at connect Festival this year and looking forward to meeting as many of you as possible- tickets can be found here! ***Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials including Youtube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by Vic and Jas from Black Gals Livin'. Join us as we chat about our emo phases, the rise of Amapiano, clubbing in Edinburgh v London and we ask the question- why do Londoners have so much bundas liga?!?!?you can find the BGL @jas_bw & @vicsanusi and @blackgals Livin'If you enjoyed this episode make sure to leave us a rating- every rating helps us in our podcasting journey!PSA: We'll be at connect Festival this year and looking forward to meeting as many of you as possible- tickets can be found here! ***Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials including Youtube!Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts!Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.comDisclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker alone, and may not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back from our holidays and we have a lot to say! This week we talk about peer pressure... from religion as Suzie recounts being approached by a street pastor outside a Tesco. We also get into it about this Heatwave and its effects around the country before touching on some of the behaviours being exhibited on Love Island... its a hot one!***Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials including Youtube!Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts!Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.comDisclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker alone, and may not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited for you all to watch our latest A.V. Club interview with non-other than the MANE man himself.... Stephenson Ardern-Sodje, a.k.a Simba in Disneys The Lion King musical!This was such an interesting and fun conversation, we hope you love this interview with Stephenson as much as we enjoyed chatting with him!Check out https://thelionking.co.uk/tour/ to catch a show near you!Recommendations for this week:Love Island, ITVFairy Tale, FunimationFirst KillAnd don't forget to subscribe to Dracula Daily and catch Stephenson @stephenson_ltd on insta and twitter!**Launched due to a lack of Black Scottish voices in mainstream media, Suzie and Shirley share their experiences of growing up in Scotland, and discuss pop-culture, current events, and everything in-between with a bit of banter on the side! @blackscotpod on your preferred socials Hosts: @suziemwanza & @_shirleymcpherson_Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts!Get in touch at blackscotpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.