Our Lives with Michelle McManus Podcast
Michelle McManus gathers together a whole host of stories which reflect contemporary Scotland. Upbeat, positive and inspirational, giving us energy to face the week ahead.
Episodes to download
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The Non Binary Wrestler, the Yarn Bomber, and the Protest Musician.
Sat 15 Oct 2022
Brandon is a non binary wrestler known as London Love Lust.
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The Pet Finder, The Eco-Artist, and The Clutha Survivor
Sat 8 Oct 2022
After the Clutha helicopter crash, Michael now supports other trauma survivors.
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The Bodyguard, sewing2gether All Nations, and Knockengorroch
Sat 1 Oct 2022
Alan the bodyguard teaches personal safety to women.
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The Singing Meditator, The Ultra Triathlon Winner, and The Foula Filmmaker
Sat 24 Sep 2022
Britain's Got Talent singing star Edward learns to meditate.
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The Walrus Chaser, The Rainbow Family, and a Passion for Vintage
Sat 17 Sep 2022
When Nicola and Heather decide to start a family they turn to their friend Scott.
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The Outdoor Community Organiser, The Tiny Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Renovator and The Rock Photographer
Sat 10 Sep 2022
Roberto is living the dream photographing the world's biggest rock stars.
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A Green Face, Glassblowing, and Shiatsu for Kids
Sat 3 Sep 2022
A little green face paint and a lot of talent make Rachel a star on TikTok.
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Tumbleweed to Typewriters, The Autistic Hijabi Farmer, and Rainbow Valley
Sat 27 Aug 2022
Tom shares their passion for typewriters and a letter from a very famous actor.
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The Beauty Pageant Ambassador, The Sneakerhead, and Scotland's First Female Rapper
Sat 20 Aug 2022
Lauren finds out she was totally wrong about beauty pageants.
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The Vegan Butcher, The Cheerleader, and DJ Jolly Jilly
Sat 13 Aug 2022
A Barlinnie prison chaplain takes to the airwaves as DJ Jolly Jilly.
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Stevie and the Ukrainian Orphans
Sat 2 Jul 2022
Stevie from Dnipro Kids travels to Ukraine to bring orphans to safety in Scotland.
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Leo the Spaniel, Cycling the NC500, and the Hebridean Baker
Sat 25 Jun 2022
Emily teaches her beloved spaniel Leo how to do CPR compressions.... and play hopscotch!
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Disability Darts, Agnes the Blacksmith, and Rounding the Capes
Sat 18 Jun 2022
Kyle captains Scotland to World Cup victory at Disability Darts.
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Bank to Super Bowl, the Glenrothes Norse Pagan, and the History Girls
Sat 11 Jun 2022
David's unusual hobby takes him from working at the bank to a star role at the Super Bowl.
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Scotland’s First Rainbow Honesty Shed and Richie’s Steps to Hope
Sat 4 Jun 2022
Julie and Rachel fly the Pride flag on Lewis. An act of giving changes Richie's life.
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The Doric TikTok Sensation, Flying with HIV, and the teacher who ran away to the sweetie shop
Sat 28 May 2022
Lorna buys the traditional sweetie shop she got her treats from as a little girl.
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Science and Salsa, Sailing Away, Surrogacy
Sat 21 May 2022
Laura's dream of being a mum comes true when a family member offers to be her surrogate.
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Swimming the Masters, War to Wildlife, and an Eminem Love Story
Sat 14 May 2022
Nikki's love of Eminem has led to 32 tattoos, online romance, and a Detroit wedding!
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Hijabi Riders, Alpaca Care Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Visits, and Tangerine Dreams
Sat 7 May 2022
Fashionista Sheri shares how the colour orange brings her joy.
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Dancing with Dot, Speaking Scots, and Breast Cancer Embroidery
Sat 30 Apr 2022
Dot is an 83 year old Dancercise teacher whose hilarious routines include drunken cowboys.
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The Breast Milk Donor, the Royal Handwasher, and the Great, Great, Great Granny
Sat 14 Aug 2021
Michelle McManus gathers together a host of stories which reflect contemporary Scotland.
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Hula Hooping, Slacklining and the Great Highland Bagpipes
Sat 7 Aug 2021
Michelle McManus's guests share their love of hula hooping, slacklining and the bagpipes.
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The Young Reporter, the Stateside Student, and the Racing Champ
Sat 31 Jul 2021
Michelle McManus gathers together a host of stories which reflect contemporary Scotland.
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Selkirk General Store, Arkdefo and Deanburn Verge
Sat 24 Jul 2021
Michelle McManus meets Sue Briggs, Elizaveta and Andrew Bennett and Simon Whitworth
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A Clown Doctor, a Master of Surprises, and a Ghostbuster
Sat 17 Jul 2021
Michelle meets clown doctor Diane, master of surprises Alan and ghostbuster Fraser.
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Dog trainer Heather Smith and pharologist Sarah Kerr
Sat 10 Jul 2021
Michelle McManus speaks to dog trainer Heather Smith and pharologist Sarah Kerr.
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Crack Climbing, Oban Pride, and The Mushroom Man
Sat 3 Jul 2021
Robbie's new climbing craze, drag queen Crystal at Oban Pride, and fungi talk with Roy.
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A Photography Prize, the Sunshine Kitchen, and Bringing Back Wildlife
Sun 20 Jun 2021
Photographing Scotland, cooking with learning disabilities, and re-introducing species.
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Ex-Concorde air stewardess and SOPLANE
Sun 13 Jun 2021
Former Concorde air stewardess Sally Armstrong and Nik of SOPLANE recreating plane meals
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Rowing to Antarctica, the Bee Business, and Incontinence Comedy
Sat 5 Jun 2021
Jamie rows the Drake Passage, Suzie gets bee-zy and Elaine stands up for leaky ladies!
