The Scottish Housing Podcast
If you have a passion for all things housing-related, this podcast is an absolute must-listen as Property man Brian Gilmour & politician Steven Purcell bring you all the latest news from the world of housing. Hosted by a duo of knowledgeable experts, they dive deep into the fascinating world of Scottish housing, covering everything from affordable housing initiatives to innovative architectural designs. But here’s the best part: it’s not just for industry professionals! Whether you’re a homeowner, a renter, or simply interested in the housing market, this podcast offers something for everyone. Each episode is packed with engaging discussions, insightful interviews, and even some fun anecdotes that will leave you feeling inspired and informed. You won’t be able to resist sharing all the fascinating tidbits you learn with your friends and family! So, grab your headphones and get ready to embark on an exciting journey through the world of Scottish housing! Tune in to ”The Scottish Housing Podcast” and explore the incredible stories and innovations that shape our homes and communities. Don’t forget to spread the word and share this fantastic find with your fellow housing enthusiasts! Let’s all come together and celebrate the wonders of Scottish housing!
Episodes
Graham Simpson, MSP, shares his journey into politics, discussing his early interest in political issues and his career as a journalist. he reflects on his time as a local councillor and the importance of cross-party collaboration in addressing housing issues.
The conversation delves into the challenges of student accommodation, affordabi...
In the modern fast moving world of 24/7 news cycles where everything has to be summed up in 240 characters, it can be difficult to take the time to look ahead and forecast what's to come.
With all the electoral turmoil across the states and the potential impact upon our economy and more, Ste...
CBRE are one of the leading property advisory firms in the world and therefore when an executive director of CBRE UK sits down for a chat it's always worth a listen.
Steven and I are joined for the first podcast of 2025 by Chris Dougray, Head of Development Scotland at CBRE to chat all thing...
Through their conservation grants programmes people will enjoy, understand and care for Glasgow’s historic built environment and will be able to access funding...
If you or your family have lived in a tenement at any time in the West of Scotland you will have a pretty good idea about what a property factor is and what they do. Elsewhere across Scotland it's likely that you'll know of the work of a factor if you live in modern flats or an estate of modern homes. But for many a property factor may be a thing you've heard of but you're not really sure what it is - well we're here to explain.
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Founded in 1783, Glasgow Chamber of Commerce is the oldest Chamber in the English speaking world with continuous records and has always been a driver of change and progress in the city.
Current CEO, Dr Stuart Patrick CBE, is a very vocal advovate and whilst his position is based upon what's ...
This week Steven & Brian are joined by MSP Ariana Burgess, Convenor of the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee.
Ariane Burgess has been a Green MSP for Highlands and Islands since 2021 and author of Life Design for Women: Conscious Living as a Force for Positive Change.
Specifically, for the purposes of our podcast, we discuss her role as the convenor of the housing committee and what she sees as the role of ...
This weeks guest is the highly respected Professor Ken Gibb, Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences in the subject area of Urban Studies at Glasgow University. He is also Director of the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) funded by ESRC, AHRC and the Joseph Rowntree Foundation and established in 2017.
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This week, Steven and Brian are joined by The Housing Minister - Paul McLennan MSP.
Paul is an SNP MSP representing East Lothian since 2021 and prior to this was a councillor for many years for Dunbar and East Linton.
We discuss with him whether this long period in local government was a help in preparing him for life as an MSP and a Minister and he provides us with an exhaustive list of issues that he has to cover within th...
The Scottish government has called a housing emergency. Brian & Steven discuss what might have been the reasons for calling the emergency and what steps might they take next.
This week Conservative Housing spokesman Miles Briggs joins the podcast and discusses the housing cap and the steps he believes are necessary to combat the housing crisis.
The Scottish Association of Landlords is the largest and only dedicated national organisation that represents landlords and letting agents throughout Scotland.
John Blackwood is the Chief Executive and joins the podcast to discuss rent controls, the challenges of being a landlord in the current climate and the benefits of joining and organisation like SAL.
In light of the recent events at Holyrood, we believed our audience would appreciate an expert analysis of the situation, particularly in relation to housing. That's why we turned to Steven Purcell, for his insights.
Steven delves into his thoughts on the current state of affairs and provides a thorough examination of the potential implications for housing, including an assessment of the ...
When was social housing born? What impact has it had on UK life and has it died?
Steven and Brian talk with John Boughton, author of Municipal Dreams: The Rise and Fall of Council Housing. John enlightens Brian & Steven on how this quest for homes for all transformed the UK and changed us forever.
If you have an interest in housing, this is a fascinating listen.
Renowned housing economist Dr John Boyle of Rettie joins Steven & Brian to discuss the housing economy of Scotland and the implications of the recent housing legislation on the build to rent sector.
In the podcast, John reveals how he believes red tape and a hostile attitude towards landlords from government is fuelling Scotland’s housing crisis. He also warns that Scotland’s “reactionary and bureaucratic” planning system is hi...
Former Labour Glasgow Leader Steven Purcell and BBC Scotland Property expert Brian Gilmour introduce the new property podcast for Scotland.
Join us as we delve into the world of real estate, providing expert insights, valuable tips, and exclusive interviews with industry leaders. Stay ahead of the game with the latest trends and developments in the Scottish housing market. Tune in now and elevate your property knowledge to new he...
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