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A weekly podcast from Glasgow that brings sharp commentary and real-time reaction to the ever-evolving world of business. Hosted by two of Scotland’s most influential entrepreneurs, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey.This is a front-row seat to how global economic shifts, political turbulence, and technological disruption are impacting businesses in Scotland and beyond.Each episode also features candid conversations with Scotland’s top CEOs, founders, and innovators, unpacking how they are navigating uncertainty, adapting to change, and seizing new opportunities. Through a no-nonsense Scottish lens, Hunter and Haughey offer grounded insight and practical advice for anyone in busi...

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Hunter and Haughey Return: The Big Questions Facing Scotland's Economy
#159
Today at 10:30 AM

Air Date: September 6th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

The Go Radio Business Show with Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events

Fresh from their summer break and celebrating their award-winning success, Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter return for a brand-new season of the Go Radio Business Show.

From political leadership and Scotland's economic future to investment, innovation, business rates, Glasgow's challenges, and inspiring entrepreneurial success stories, this episode is packed with honest opinions, lively debate, and practical insight on the issues shaping Scotland's future.

Key Hig...


Economic Debate in Focus: Are Policymakers Listening?
#158
06/14/2026

Air Date: June 14th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

The Go Radio Business Show with Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events

In this episode of The Go Radio Business Show, Hunter & Haughey examine the structural challenges and opportunities facing Scotland’s economy in the wake of the World Cup.

Balancing analysis with practical insight, the episode sets out a clear theme: sustainable economic growth will depend on decisive action, stronger links between policy and enterprise, and a renewed commitment to creating employment opportunities across Scotland.

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From Skills Gaps to AI Hype: The Reality Behind Scotland’s Growth
#157
06/07/2026

Air Date: June 7th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

The Go Radio Business Show with Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events

This week Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey don’t hold back. From fiery debates on tax fairness and political accountability to Scotland’s massive economic opportunities, this episode is packed with sharp opinions and real-world insight.

You’ll hear why business leaders are frustrated with government policy, how skills shortages are holding back billion-pound energy investments, and whether university degrees are still worth it. Plus, the duo dive...


Scaling Scotland: Opportunity vs Reality
#156
05/31/2026

Air Date: May 31st, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

The Go Radio Business Show with Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events

This week on The Go Radio Business Show, Hunter & Haughey dive into the stories shaping Scotland’s business landscape—from political controversy and corporate accountability to funding challenges, entrepreneurial comebacks, and global success stories.

Key Highlights

Political Scandal Breakdown What happens when governance fails? A raw look at accountability, transparency, and leadership in action. SMEs Under Pressure Businesses are borrowing to pay tax—not grow. Is this a warning...


Vision vs Execution: Can Scotland Deliver?
#155
05/24/2026

Air Date: March 24th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

The Go Radio Business Show with Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events

Fresh off a whirlwind week in Scottish politics and business, Hunter & Haughey dive into a candid, no-nonsense conversation on the decisions shaping Scotland’s economic future. 

They tackle the headlines—falling inflation (or is it a “false dawn”?), the spiralling cost and chaos of HS2, and what it really takes to execute massive infrastructure projects. Along the way, they spotlight local success stories like Clyde Gateway and Glasgow’s ambitious ho...


Build Wealth or Fall Behind
#154
05/17/2026

Air Date: March 17th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

In this high-energy episode of the Go Radio Business Show, the conversation gets real about Scotland’s economic future, tackling everything from wealth creation and taxation to housing challenges and business growth.

But it’s not all heavy headlines — the episode also shines a spotlight on positive momentum across Scottish business, from SME wins and funding success stories to major investments in housing and innovation.

Plus, there’s a fascinating look at the future of AI as a tradable commodity...


What the Election Means for Scotland’s Economy
#153
05/10/2026

Air Date: March 10th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

In this episode of The Go Radio Business Show, hosts Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey unpack the reality of Scotland’s election results—through a strictly business lens.

Cutting through party politics, the duo asks the big questions: How is Scotland performing as a business? Where are the gaps—and what needs to change now?

From a £4.7bn deficit and stalled economic growth to business rates chaos, housing bottlenecks, and the independence debate, this is a straight-talking conversati...


Tackling Scotland's Business Rates Crisis
#152
05/03/2026

Air Date: March 3rd, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

Scotland’s business community is sounding the alarm—and this episode puts the crisis front and centre.

Lord Haughey and Sir Tom are joined by some of the country’s most influential business leaders to confront what many are calling a broken, unfair and unaccountable business rates system.

From eye‑watering 400–500% rate hikes, to stories of bank accounts frozen, investments punished, and jobs put at risk, this is a raw, no‑nonsense conversation about how Scotland’s current approach to non‑domestic r...


Optimism Meets Reality: Can Scotland Actually Grow?
#151
04/26/2026

Air Date: April 25th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This week on The Go Radio Business Show, Hunter and Haughey cut through the noise to tackle the big issues shaping Scotland’s business future.

From surprise drops in unemployment and stubborn inflation pressures, to bold bets on AI, renewables and tech spin‑outs, the lads ask one core question: how does Scotland turn cautious optimism into real economic growth?

If you care about jobs, investment, innovation—or just want straight‑talk business insight without the spin—this is an episode yo...


Freebies, Deficits & Denial: Scotland’s Economic Reality Check
#150
04/19/2026

Air Date: April 19th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am.

This week on The Go Radio Business Show, Willie and Tom pull no punches as they tackle the hard truths politicians keep dodging. From Scotland’s growing deficit and the illusion of “freebies”, to the housing crisis, punishing business rates, and the real cost of economic short-termism, this episode asks one urgent question: who’s actually listening to business?

The conversation spans election debates, financial l...


War, Oil & Scotland’s Future: What Businesses Must Prepare For
#149
04/12/2026

Air Date: April 12th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am.

In this week’s Go Radio Business Show, Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter dive straight into one of the most turbulent global landscapes in years — unpacking how geopolitical shockwaves, oil disruption, and shifting world alliances are reshaping the economic outlook for Scottish businesses.

From the impact of the U.S.–Iran conflict on supply chains and inflation, to the changing role of the U.S...


Scottish Businesses Are at Breaking Point — Here’s Why
#148
03/29/2026

Air Date: March 29th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am.

Scotland’s business landscape takes centre stage as Willie and Tom dive into the escalating crisis around commercial rates, the energy shock triggered by global instability, and the mounting pressure on government accountability.

The episode moves from heavy geopolitical and economic realities into a powerful health initiative, before closing with upbeat Scottish business wins and a fiery debate on late payments.

Episode Highl...


Lord Haughey Predicts Blackouts as Sir Tom Calls to ‘Drill Baby Drill’
#147
03/22/2026

Air Date: March 22nd, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am.

A fast‑moving, high‑stakes week in business, energy, and Scottish industry — with Willie & Tom bouncing between global turmoil, local crises, and rare bursts of good news.   Key Talking Points:   Energy Shock & Global Instability : The hosts unpack the escalating Middle East conflict and its economic fallout, including soaring gas prices and fears of “blackouts” if major energy infrastructure is hit . Tom argues for a renewed North Sea strategy — “Dri...


Mortgage Meltdowns, Market Mayhem & the Battle for Scotland’s Future
#146
03/15/2026

Air Date: March 15th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am.

A high‑stakes housing summit with Scotland’s Housing Minister and industry leaders. The conversation quickly widens into a fast‑moving tour of Scotland’s most pressing business and economic challenges — and a few positive surprises.

The Union Street Fire Fallout

A deep dive into the devastating blaze at Glasgow Central Station’s doorstep — what caused it, how unregulated vape shops factor in, and the massi...


Oil Blocked, Jobs Cut, Costs Up!
#145
03/08/2026

Air Date: March 8th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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 Willie and Tom tackle a week dominated by global upheaval, economic uncertainty, political drama, and major business shake‑ups!

From the escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and its seismic impact on global energy prices, to the UK’s first fiscal statement under Rachel Reeves, the duo dissect what all of this means fo...


Scotland’s £5 Billion Warning: Hunter & Haughey Sound the Alarm
#144
03/01/2026

Air Date: March 1st, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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In this week’s episode, Hunter & Haughey tackle some of Scotland’s most pressing economic issues — from soaring business rates to the future of energy, employment, and growth. With trademark honesty and humour, they cut through political noise to ask the big questions: Where is Scotland headed… and who’s brave enough to tell the truth?


Hunter & Haughey Warn of “Crisis Point” for Young Workers
#143
02/22/2026

Air Date: February 22nd, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Hunter and Haughey spotlight the sharp rise in NEET levels, with Willie warning that “for young males… it’s up 40%” since COVID. They argue that rising taxes, regulation, and the rapid advance of AI are discouraging employers from hiring and reshaping the job market.

The episode then races through major Scottish business stories: public‑sect...


The Housing Emergency, SNIB Shake‑ups & The Politics No One Saw Coming
#141
02/15/2026

Air Date: February 15th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Hunter & Haughey tackle rates, growth, political drama, investment failures, success stories, and Scotland’s housing crisis — with trademark humour, candour, and big‑picture thinking.

The Real Story Behind Rates Uproar

Willie and Tom unpack the comedy segment from last week, explain why YouTube viewers got the full experience, and reveal how the rates...


We Wrote to the Scottish Rates Assessor… and He Ghosted Us
#140
02/08/2026

Air Date: February 8th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Willie and Tom dive head‑first into the biggest crisis currently gripping Scottish business: the looming commercial rates revaluation — and the sheer silence from the assessor behind it.

With frustration pouring in from hospitality, retail, and every corner of Scotland’s business community, the duo deliver their clearest message yet: halt the revaluation now or ri...


The Cost of Standing Still: Leaders Warn of Jobs Crisis Without Reform
#139
02/01/2026

Air Date: February 1st, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive straight into the pressing challenges facing Scotland’s business community—from soaring rates and inflation to job losses and policy gridlock.

The conversation is fast, fiery, and full of real‑world examples that shine a light on the growing frustrations across the entrepren...


The Entrepreneurs’ Manifesto: A Blueprint to Fix Scotland’s Economy
#138
01/25/2026

Air Date: January 25th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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In this episode of The Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey confront the uncomfortable economic realities facing Scotland.

At the heart of the episode is the launch of the Entrepreneurs’ Manifesto, a direct challenge to politicians of all parties to stop paying lip service to busine...


Budget Shockwaves & Business Realities: Hunter & Haughey on Scotland’s Future
#137
01/18/2026

Air Date: January 18th, 2026

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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The GO Radio Business Show returns for 2026 with Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey diving straight into Scotland’s biggest economic and political talking points.

From budget fallout and business rates fury to global financial instability and major wins for Scotland’s renewable future—this episode is packed with sharp in...


Rate Shock, Big Deals & Bold Innovation
#136
12/14/2025

Air Date: November 14th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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This episode of The Go Radio Business Show with Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dives into the big topics shaping Scotland’s business landscape.

From heartfelt tributes to trailblazing entrepreneurs to fiery debates on business rates and inspiring stories of innovation, this episode is packed with insights, passion...


Budget Fallout: Business Under Pressure & Scotland’s Missed Billions
#135
12/07/2025

Air Date: November 7th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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Budget Breakdown: Is this really a budget for growth, or just another tax on business?

Minimum Wage Impact: One company faces an extra £600k a year—what does that mean for pricing and jobs?

Business Rates & Hospitality: Why Scotland’s hospitality sector is sounding...


The Budget Breakdown: What It Means for Scottish Business
#134
11/30/2025

Air Date: November 30th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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This week’s episode is packed with energy, optimism, and hard-hitting business insights. Fresh off Scotland’s historic qualification for the World Cup, Tom and Willie kick off with celebrations and what this means for national morale and business confidence.

From there, they dive into the Ra...


Clean Energy, Big Deals & Why Scotland’s Future Looks Bright
#133
11/23/2025

Air Date: November 23rd, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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In this episode of The Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive into the hottest topics shaping Scotland’s business landscape. From the looming budget and its impact on small businesses to bold ideas for housing reform, renewable energy investment, and scaling u...


Scotland’s Political Power Play, Budget Backlash, AI Shake-Up & Elon Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Bet
#132
11/16/2025

Air Date: November 16th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays from 11am with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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Expect sharp analysis on:

Political Power Play: Six party leaders face Scotland’s business community ahead of next year’s election.

Budget Backlash: Income tax U-turns, NI cuts, and what rising unemployment means for growth.

AI Market Shake-Up: SoftBank’s $5.8B Nvidia exit...


Reeves’ Budget Hints, Cost of Living Crisis & Chemistry Breakthroughs with Professor Lee Cronin
#131
11/09/2025

Air Date: November 9th, 2025

Special Guest: Professor Lee Cronin, founder and CEO of Chemify,

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive deep into the UK’s economic landscape, dissecting pre-budget statements, the rising national debt, and the political...


Inflation, Employment, and the Impact of AI Innovation
#130
11/02/2025

Air Date: November 2nd, 2025

Special Guest: Ross McNairn, founder of Wordsmith AI.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

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Economic Watchpoints: Inflation, unemployment, and interest rates take centre stage as the hosts unpack predictions from Goldman Sachs and the Bank of England’s next move.

Petrofac’s Plunge: A candid discussion on the energy g...


Big Bets & Bold Moves: £50M Innovation, Housing Fixes, Skills Crisis, and a £30M Entrepreneurial Journey
#129
10/26/2025

Air Date: October 26th, 2025

Special Guest:  Nishant Sharma, Founder and CEO of Rutland Square Spirits.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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Major Investment News: 

Glasgow-based Chemify secures £50M in Series B funding to revolutionise chemical design with “3D printing for molecules.”

The £166M Waste Scandal

Biffa sues Scottish Governme...


Budget Fears, Energy Battles & From Rolls to Risk: McIlvogue’s Morton’s Revival
#128
10/19/2025

Air Date: October 19th, 2025

Special Guest: John McIlvogue, MD of Morton’s Rolls

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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Economic Reality Check: Willie and Tom break down the latest GDP, inflation, and unemployment figures, and what they mean for UK businesses.

Cost of Living Crisis: Why it’s still the number one issue politi...


Bricks, Bytes, Billionaires and Balanced Pizza
#127
10/12/2025

Air Date: October 12th, 2025

Special Guests: Donnie MacLean: The founder of Eat Balanced and Pawel Zakrzewski: Founder of Edinburgh Combat Project.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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In this dynamic episode, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive into the hottest topics shaping Scotland’s business landscape:

RBS’s Game-Changing Finance...


Cyber Threats, Entrepreneurial Grit & AI-Driven Growth
#126
10/05/2025

Air Date: October 5th, 2025

Special Guests: Jamie Burns, MD Ailsa Reliability Solutions and

Paul Duffy, the newly appointed MD of Zudu.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: A deep dive into the Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack and the growing threat landscape. Willie and Tom share personal experiences and stre...


Jobs, Growth & Bold Ideas for Scotland’s Future
#125
09/28/2025

Air Date: September 28th, 2025

Special Guests: Ana Stewart, Chief Entrepreneur for the Scottish Government and Caroline Meikle of Pitman Training.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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AI Boom in Ayrshire: A £385M investment in Irvine promises to transform the region into a tech hub, but questions around energy infrastructure loom large.

Power...


Hunter & Haughey Talk Tech, Trump, and Taxes
#124
09/21/2025

Air Date: September 21st, 2025

Special Guests: Jamie Hunter, COO of Aveni & John McCaig, Nexenergy.

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com)

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This episode dives into hydrogen innovation, AI in financial services, major investments in Scotland, and scaling up in the renewable energy sector. Plus, a special guest shares startup insights and funding tips.

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Employment Reform & Economic Reality: Hunter & Haughey Break It Down
#123
09/14/2025

Air Date: September 14th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

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Employment Rights Bill Debate
Lord Stuart Rose warns of a looming crisis. Willie critiques Labour’s plan to give full employment rights from day one, arguing it could hurt small businesses and job creation.

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Worker Rights vs Flexibility
To...


Hunter & Haughey Return: Shipbuilding, Startups, and Scotland’s Future
#122
09/07/2025

Air Date: September 7th, 2025

Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter.

This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm. 

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[00:01:05]

£10 Billion Shipbuilding Boost
Norway eyes Type 26 frigates—could this revive Clyde shipbuilding and spark local economic growth?

[00:05:33]

Farewell to Liz Cameron, CBE
Celebrating 21 years at the Scottish Chambers of Commerce. What’s next for this influential leader?

[00:06:46]

Budget Worries & L...


Housing Crisis, Donaldson Family Business Legacy & Beauty Brand Growth
#121
06/29/2025

Air Date: June 29th 2025
Hosts: Sir Tom Hunter & Lord Willie Haughey
Special Guests: Andrew Donaldson (CEO, James Donaldson Group) & Laura Porter (Founder, Fab Salons and FAB Skincare)

Episode Summary

Tom and Willie tackle Scotland’s housing emergency, business rates disparity, and the future of clean energy. They’re joined by Andrew Donaldson, CEO of the 165-year-old Donaldson Group, who shares insights on solving the housing crisis through innovation and collaboration. On the ‘Board You Can’t Afford’ Laura Porter, founder of FAB Salons and FAB Skincare, discusses scaling a beauty brand post-COVID and launching a te...


From Oil Shocks to AI Surges: Scotland’s Business Future Unpacked
#120
06/22/2025

In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Tom Hunter and Willie Haughey discuss the global economic impact of rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions, the UK’s ongoing cost-of-living crisis, and Labour’s proposed housing investment in Scotland.

They explore the rapid rise of AI, including talent wars and future disruption, and highlight major developments in Scotland’s renewable energy and space sectors with guest Stuart Black of Highlands and Islands Enterprise.

The episode also features Jude McCorry, CEO of the Cyber and Fraud Centre, who emphasises the growing importance of cybers...


Innovation Nation: AI, Energy, EVs & the Entrepreneurs Driving Change
#119
06/15/2025

In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom and Lord Willie dive into the latest in AI innovation, energy infrastructure, and entrepreneurial journeys. They’re joined by Brian Muslek, MD of Hugh Stirling, who shares his inspiring business transformation story, and Rebecca Hansen, MD of WYRE, is on the Board You Can’t Afford and explains how her company is revolutionising EV salary sacrifice schemes in the UK.

Highlights

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AI & Tech Conference in London

Keir Starmer opens the event.

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang praises UK’s AI talent.