Public Knowledge
Public Knowledge
Podcast Description
Revealing how Scotland & the UK really work, uncovering the deals & relationships shaping the country we find ourselves in today… &, for better or worse, the kind of country we could find ourselves in tomorrow.
Together we shine a light on how decisions shaping your life are made. We break down the big stuff & make it make sense, one episode at a time.
Join us. Let’s build a movement of people bringing public knowledge to light.
Because some things should never be kept in the dark.
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The podcast delves into significant topics such as Scotland's economy, the implications of devolution, and public finance management, with episodes examining the North Sea oil money, the complexities of budgeting in Scotland, and how public policies impact everyday life, ensuring comprehensive exploration of pressing issues.
Revealing how Scotland & the UK really work, uncovering the deals & relationships shaping the country we find ourselves in today… &, for better or worse, the kind of country we could find ourselves in tomorrow.
Together we shine a light on how decisions shaping your life are made. We break down the big stuff & make it make sense, one episode at a time.
Join us. Let’s build a movement of people bringing public knowledge to light.
Because some things should never be kept in the dark.
#Scotland #MalcolmRobertson #business #politics #innovation #culture #energytransition #narrative #entrepreneurship #publiclife #economy #courage #patience #perseverance #investment #educateyourself
In this episode, I'm talking with Malcolm Robertson – someone who is immersed in the Scottish business, media and political scene but who doesn't often appear in the public eye himself.
Malcolm is one of my all time favourite people that I've met since embarking on this journey, because he not only provides a unique perspective on Scotland's economy and politics…
He's also willing to go places that others find uncomfortable… to talk about the culture, spirit and mindset at the heart of our public life, and how we can transform it.
Anyone who knows me, knows how pre-occupied I am with this – so you'll understand why I love talking with him so much!
So expect less facts and figures in this episode but more of an inquiry into the pioneering spirit and culture of Scotland's past, where that spirit is bubbling up in the present and how we can unlock it for the bright future that is within our grasp. Enjoy!
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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
03:08 From Tenacity to Timidity…& Back Again
05:50 Scottish Innovation & Interplay with Politics
09:09 Risk, Failure, and the Need for Courage
15:07 The New Brand Scotland… With the Old Perseverance
19:35 Patience & Lifting Our Sights
24:11 Short-Termism Affecting Third Sector
28:46 Over-reliance on Government & Taking Radical Responsibility
33:34 The Diminishing Scottish Business Media
37:06 Creating a Supportive Business Environment
42:29 Who Can We Learn From? English Mayors & Scottish Islanders
46:36 Transformational Opportunities for Scotland
50:02 Personal Psyche; Impact on National Psyche
59:14 Public Knowledge & Changing the Story
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Malcolm Robertson is Founding Partner at Charlotte Street Partners – Scotland’s leading communications and public affairs agency. He also chair the board of trustees of Street Soccer Scotland and the Scotland advisory board of Unicef UK. You can find out more about Malcolm here: https://www.charlottestreetpartners.com/people/malcolm-robertson-charlotte-street-partners/
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