Blethered

Caitlyn Vanbeck talks about her early introduction to the entertainment industry, her time on the X Factor and the pressures that Reality TV fame brings.We discuss how people will pass judgement on whatever you do and why you should just do whatever you want to. You cannae please everybody, and who would want to anyway...?We also talk about Instagram and the false representation of reality that it gives and how it's important to really be aware of that distinction between fallacy and reality.You can listen to Caitlyn’s music on iTunes, Spotify and Youtube! contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I speak to Barlinnie Prison Officer Frank McEwan on his experiences in one of Britain's toughest jails. Frank shares his insight on how people get trapped in the cycle of offending, how society would benefit from treating addiction as a mental illness and how people in care need compassion, not condemnation.We discuss mental health issues, personal techniques for dealing with demons and we have a good few laughs as well.Email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01Helpful ContactsTom Allan Centre (Counselling Services in Glasgow): https://www.crossreach.org.uk/our-locations/tom-allan-centrehttps://www.samaritans.orghttps://breathingspace.scot/Don't suffer in silence, let people help.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Algunas preguntas y algunas respuestas. Sencillo. Tengo muchas ganas para las proximas!Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 11 of Blethered is with artist and creator Paul Dock. Known for his hilarious videos and funny patter, Paul is an artist/content creator from Glasgow and one of Scotland’s most popular characters. We speak about Paul’s life in Dundee, his funny videos and working with the BBC, and about him promoting TRNSMT tickets in return for a hug from Lewis Capaldi!Email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin Melly joins me to talk about his battle with depression. We discuss his experience in detail, the things he felt and how the light started to emerge at the end of the tunnel. This was a candid and raw account of a very difficult time, but with a happy ending and an inspirational outlook. There are stories, examples and pieces of advice that will help, as well as the overriding message that you are far tougher than any mental affliction. People care and you're not alone.Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comNo matter how bad it feels, it can always get better.https://www.samaritans.orghttps://breathingspace.scot/https://www.calm.com/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I was joined by Sarah McCardie and Maureen Carr to talk about their illustrious careers and experiences in the entertainment industry, about the all-female comedy company Witsherface and what the industry is like for women in the modern age.There's a whole lot of conversation and some good laughs, plus a couple of tunes. 'Mon! http://www.witsherface.comhttps://twitter.com/weemo67https://twitter.com/SarahMcC1978https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actress and comedian Rachel Jackson joined me in the studio (yes, an actual studio) to talk about her career and what it's like to be a woman in stand up comedy. We talked about a whole load of things from how she got into both acting and comedy, to how I used to think that my life was The Truman Show, when I was 9 years old.Enjoy!email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01https://twitter.com/r_jacz  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of my long chat with Scot Squad creator Joe Hullait. We talked about how TV shows are made, working with the BBC and The Comedy Unit and about the Scot Squad audition process. We also discussed the 'Paedo Hunters' phenomenon and how I got thrown out of a court room for laughing, when I was 18.Enjoy!email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01https://twitter.com/joehullait  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first episode of this two-parter, I speak to Scot Squad creator Joe Hullait. We talked about his start in TV, working with Grado, taking David Hasslehoff for lunch and clashing with lunatics on the internet.email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/joehullaithttps://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Connor Friel speaks about his experiences with gambling addiction and how he regained control when it was severely impacting his life. We also talk about industry manipulation tactics, Fixed Odds Betting Terminals and how the digital age has made it all too easy to hand your money directly to betting companies.As someone who has little to no experience of gambling, this was an eye opening chat and one that I hope benefits both those who are in the midst of their own gambling issue, and those who don't fully understand the affliction and how it can cripple people.email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comGamblers Anonymous Scotland: https://gascotland.org/Connor's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Friel19_Paul McGuigan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/guig_07Paul McGuigan's JustGiving: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/paul-mcguigan2?utm_id=124  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.