Blethered

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.

I spoke to photographer, writer and TV Judge Tommy on his mixed heritage, his career so far and the famous Grannie Annie YouTube videos.email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/tgkw/  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 actor, writer and director Paul Black about his career in comedy and television so far. We discuss social media and the impact Instagram is having on mental health, comedy heroes, being creative, and about 20 other things!Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7txSn00tBbz1y8p5TA2gqQhttps://www.facebook.com/pitypartyfilms/  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 sat down in Glasgow with actor, comedian and close friend, Darren Connell. We spoke about Darren's early days as a rookie stand-up performer, how a chat with friend Kevin Bridges convinced him to pursue comedy as a full-time career, and a two week holiday in the depths of the Amazon rainforest in Peru. We also discuss how going booze-free has impacted Darren's career and personal life, with a random selection of other topics.email: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.comTwitter: @DarrenConnell87‏@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.