Talking Politics Nicola Sturgeon's 'searingly personal' interview with Julie Etchingham
Aug 11, 2025
27:18
In this special episode, Julie Etchingham is joined by ITV News' Scotland Correspondent Peter Smith to discuss her exclusive interview with the former First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon.
Julie reveals how Sturgeon is "lifting the lid" on some deeply personal matters - and Peter explains how the "formidable" politician was one of the few people he would get nervous about interviewing.
They also reflect on some of the biggest moments of her titanic career, such as her relationship with Alex Salmond, her arrest in 2023, her attempt at gender recognition reform and much more.
You can watch 'Nicola Sturgeon: The Interview' on ITVX and on the ITV News YouTube page.
And, you can catch up with the latest episode of Talking Politics on ITVX, YouTube or on your favourite podcast platform.
Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com and we'll answer them on our Talking Politics Q&A show.
Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com
Julie reveals how Sturgeon is "lifting the lid" on some deeply personal matters - and Peter explains how the "formidable" politician was one of the few people he would get nervous about interviewing.
They also reflect on some of the biggest moments of her titanic career, such as her relationship with Alex Salmond, her arrest in 2023, her attempt at gender recognition reform and much more.
You can watch 'Nicola Sturgeon: The Interview' on ITVX and on the ITV News YouTube page.
And, you can catch up with the latest episode of Talking Politics on ITVX, YouTube or on your favourite podcast platform.
Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com and we'll answer them on our Talking Politics Q&A show.
Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com