Election guru Prof. Sir John Curtice and former SNP leader Humza Yousaf join for local election analysis. Topics include upcoming local elections, key personalities, national vs. local impact, migration scheme confusion, broadcasting bloopers, leadership turmoil, and pronunciation banter.

James Cook, Scotland editor, and Professor Sir John Curtice, political scientist, analyze the recent by-election results in Glen and Hamilton West. They discuss Labour's victory, the challenges of stopping illegal immigration by boats, and the portrayal of professions in TV shows and films. Graeme Biggar, director general of the National Crime Agency, talks about combating organized crime, illegal migration, and fraud.

Sir John Curtice, a world-renowned polling expert and political scientist, shares his insights on the unpredictable nature of polls and their failures in key elections like Brexit and Trump. He delves into the complexities of Brexit, revealing its polarization beyond traditional party lines and addressing how social values shape voter motivations. Curtice also discusses the potential implications of a second Brexit referendum and the need for polling to adapt to shifting public sentiments amidst rising populism.