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Our Lives with Michelle McManus

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.

Radio Scotland,52 episodes

Episodes

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