-
Coaching Beyond the Side-lines: How Youth Football Builds Trust, Resilience and Community
Youth football isn’t just about coaching—it’s about care. In this post, I reflect on my journey from teaching classrooms to coaching pitches, and how completing part of my UEFA C licence deepened my belief that football, when done right, is one of the most powerful forms of community work we… Listen ⇢
-
How the BBC Manufactures Consent: A Case Study on News Bias
How does the BBC shape public opinion to serve the powerful? Noam Chomsky’s ‘Manufacturing Consent’ explains how media bias influences what we see—and what we don’t. This analysis exposes how the BBC frames genocide and climate collapse, distorting the truth under the guise of impartiality. Read on to uncover the… Listen ⇢
-
From Community Councils to Local Elections: A Guide to Getting Started in Politics
Local politics isn’t glamorous, but it’s where real change begins. From my time on a community council to standing as a Green Party candidate, this is my journey into grassroots democracy and why getting involved matters now more than ever. Listen ⇢
-
Greedflation Hits Home
An 82% hike in my home insurance? This isn’t just inflation—it’s greedflation. Admiral’s soaring profits and inflated premiums highlight the unchecked exploitation happening right now. It’s time we demand fairer treatment. Listen ⇢
-
Why Scotland Deserves Better
Tackling Child Poverty, Health, and Climate Now! Getting more involved in politics is something my forehead wasn’t prepared for. Speech after speech, policy after policy, failure after failure, hands on the head, and my head slapping is increasing. I briefly review the Scottish Government’s pre-budget fiscal update in this post.… Listen ⇢
-
Scotland’s Path to Sustainable Change: The Case for Plant-Based Treaty Adoption
How can Scotland lead the global shift to sustainable food systems by embracing the Plant-Based Treaty? Let’s discuss the truth behind land use myths, the environmental cost of animal agriculture, and how a plant-based diet benefits our health and the planet. It’s time for change to make Scotland a leader… Listen ⇢
-
Musings on the 2024 UK Elections:
The 2024 UK elections have marked a historic shift in the political landscape, characterized by low voter turnout and significant fragmentation. In this post, I explore the collapse of Conservative support, Labour’s fragile victory, and the rise of smaller parties, particularly the Green Party. Discover how the public’s growing frustration… Listen ⇢
-
Pay as You Glas-Go:
Exploring the bumpy roads of Glasgow, it’s clear the current funding model falls short. With a £14 billion maintenance backlog and escalating environmental costs, it’s time for a shift. ‘Pay as You Glas-Go’ proposes a user-pays principle, aiming not just to patch potholes but to pave the way for sustainable… Listen ⇢
-
Embracing an Agile Mindset in Daily Life
Adapting with Agility: Enhancing Daily Life For those who read my previous blog, I discussed adopting the Agile Manifesto in the Third Sector. This post is about how embracing Agile in your daily life can be even more beneficial. But a quick reminder of what the “Agile Principles are – “Individuals and… Listen ⇢
Meet Chris.
A Glaswegian, trustee at Glasgow Eco Trust, coach at Drumchapel United and Project Manager at University of Glasgow.
Horizon Glasgow 