52 episodes

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.

Our Lives with Michelle McManus BBC Radio Scotland

    • Society & Culture

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.

    The Non Binary Wrestler, the Yarn Bomber, and the Protest Musician.

    The Non Binary Wrestler, the Yarn Bomber, and the Protest Musician.

    Brandon is a non binary wrestler known as London Love Lust. Caroline yarn bombs Nairn's post boxes, and Kapil's music highlights issues of honour violence, caste and disability.

    • 27 min
    The Pet Finder, The Eco-Artist, and The Clutha Survivor

    The Pet Finder, The Eco-Artist, and The Clutha Survivor

    After the Clutha helicopter crash, Michael struggled with PTSD, and now he supports trauma survivors. Katie finds missing pets. Scott encourages locals to protect wildlife.

    • 28 min
    The Bodyguard, sewing2gether All Nations, and Knockengorroch

    The Bodyguard, sewing2gether All Nations, and Knockengorroch

    Alan the bodyguard teaches personal safety to women. Gabi and Corinne bring refugees together through sewing. Katch runs the Knockengorroch festival on the land where she was born.

    • 28 min
    The Singing Meditator, The Ultra Triathlon Winner, and The Foula Filmmaker

    The Singing Meditator, The Ultra Triathlon Winner, and The Foula Filmmaker

    Britain's Got Talent singing star Edward learns to meditate. Eilidh wins the Norseman ultra triathlon. Gareth returns to the remote island of Foula where he grew up.

    • 28 min
    The Walrus Chaser, The Rainbow Family, and a Passion for Vintage

    The Walrus Chaser, The Rainbow Family, and a Passion for Vintage

    Nicola and Heather decide to start a family and turn to their friend Scott. Tragic O'Hara becomes a professional Walrus Chaser, and Rachel opens her own vintage clothing shop.

    • 28 min
    The Outdoor Community Organiser, The Tiny Home Renovator and The Rock Photographer

    The Outdoor Community Organiser, The Tiny Home Renovator and The Rock Photographer

    Roberto is living the dream photographing the world's biggest rock stars. Maryanne reconnects families with nature. YouTuber George restores a tiny house in his home village.

    • 28 min

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