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.

Key Highlights

• 📊 Public Finance & Market Confidence Scotland’s potential move into sovereign borrowing highlights key questions around investor confidence, pricing, and long-term fiscal sustainability.

• 🏛️ Political Engagement with Economic Policy Limited parliamentary attendance at major economic discussions raises concerns about the prioritisation of economic policy.

• 👥 Youth Employment Challenge High levels of NEETs continue to present a structural economic risk, reinforcing the importance of job creation and apprenticeship pathways.

• 🏦 Banking Access & Business Impact The ongoing decline of physical bank branches is affecting operational efficiency and accessibility for SMEs.

• ⚠️ Corporate Insolvency Risks The fallout from large-scale business failure underscores the financial exposure faced by smaller firms within supply chains.

• 🚀 Investment & Economic Opportunity New inward investment in Scotland’s tech sector demonstrates continued confidence in the country’s talent and innovation base.

• 🎯 Leadership & Workforce Development Lessons from elite-level leadership highlight the importance of engagement, direction, and long-term people development.

• ✅ From Policy to Action The episode emphasises the need for practical delivery, positioning employment and enterprise as central to economic recovery.

Join the Conversation

What did you think of this episode? Email: GoBusiness@thisisgo.co.uk

Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok

For more Go Studio Podcasts, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

For more about our sponsor, Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events visit: https://www.hampdenpark.co.uk/goradio/

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 into the AI gold rush, eye-watering tech valuations, and the risks behind the hype.

Special guest Stuart Patrick (Glasgow Chamber of Commerce) joins to unpack Glasgow’s future—from transport chaos and city centre challenges to bold plans for investment, infrastructure, and the upcoming Commonwealth Games.

If you care about business, the economy, and where Scotland goes next—this one’s unmissable.

Episode Highlights

• 💥 Taxpayer Fury – Should the public fund legal defences for financial wrongdoing?
• ⚡ Energy Boom vs Skills Crisis – Billions in investment… but not enough workers to deliver it
• 🎓 Degrees vs Reality – Are universities preparing students for today’s jobs market?
• 🤖 AI Mania – Trillion-dollar valuations, IPO buzz, and warnings of a tech bubble
• 🏙️ Glasgow at a Crossroads – Transport issues, investment potential, and city centre struggles
• 🚆 Big Infrastructure Bets – The case for a Glasgow airport rail link and metro expansion
• 🌍 Global Ambition – Scotland’s place in AI, tech, and international trade

Join the Conversation

What did you think of this episode? Email: GoBusiness@thisisgo.co.uk

Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok

For more Go Studio Podcasts, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

For more about our sponsor, Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events visit: https://www.hampdenpark.co.uk/goradio/

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 sign for the economy?
• Cash Flow is KING The one metric every business owner must obsess over—ignore it at your peril.
• Funding is Out There… If You’re Ready Investor insight: great businesses can raise capital—but only if they know where to look.
• Ryanair’s Billion-Euro Blueprint Debt-free, ultra-efficient, and dominating—lessons from one of the world’s sharpest operators.
• BrewDog’s Second Chance Can you rebuild trust after failure? A bold move to win back investors.
• Retail Isn’t Dead (But It’s Changing) Why some shopping centres fail—and others thrive.
• Glasgow vs Manchester Debate Is Scotland underselling its cities—or missing the bigger growth picture?
• Growth Problem in Europe Years of shocks—from financial crises to global conflict—are taking their toll.
• AI vs The Workforce A growing concern: will technology drive progress—or create future instability?

Join the Conversation

What did you think of this episode? Email: GoBusiness@thisisgo.co.uk

Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok

For more Go Studio Podcasts, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

For more about our sponsor, Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events visit: https://www.hampdenpark.co.uk/goradio/