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 business - whether you’re scaling a startup or steering a legacy brand.
Made in Glasgow. Relevant Worldwide.
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38 minutes ago
Air Date: February 8th, 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.
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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 risk thousands of jobs.
Alongside the main debate, Hunter and Haughey unpack:
Northern Ireland vs Scotland: How NI halted their rates revaluation — and why Scotland should follow immediately to prevent economic fallout.
Hospitality Under Siege: Real stories from operators facing unbearable costs, contrasted with positive accounts from well‑capitalised groups like DRG and BuzzWorks.
A Direct Plea to Government: Willie offers to personally bring hospitality leaders to Edinburgh to show the damage being done if action isn’t taken now.
Taxing Wealth Creators: A frank discussion on tax, migration of high‑net‑worth individuals, and why over‑taxing Scotland’s biggest contributors risks long‑term harm.
Walmart Hits a $1T Valuation: Willie and Tom spotlight Doug McMillon’s people‑first leadership as Walmart becomes the first traditional retailer to hit a trillion‑dollar valuation.
Clean Energy & Infrastructure: The UK’s largest offshore wind procurement to date, SSE’s massive investment, and the knock‑on impact for housing and energy strategy.
Jeff Bezos & The Washington Post Cuts: The eyebrow‑raising contrast between major media layoffs and huge creative project spending.
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Sunday Feb 01, 2026
Sunday Feb 01, 2026
Air Date: February 1st, 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.
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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 entrepreneurial landscape.
But it’s not all doom and gloom—there are sparks of optimism too, with investment wins and innovative growth projects making their way into the spotlight.
Episode Highlights
Rates, Taxation & Real‑World Impact
Tom and Willie blast the “archaic” non‑domestic rates system, calling it unfit for purpose and a direct cause of job losses.
A heartbreaking example of a small business forced to lay off two staff—including an apprentice—shows the human cost of policy misalignment.
Scotland’s Economic Mood: The Gloomiest in 30 Years
New surveys reveal a sharp decline in business optimism—the worst in three decades.
A surge in unemployment and stalled growth leaves the hosts urging government and civil servants to wake up and act.
Housing Emergency… with a 5‑Year Wait?
The hosts dissect Scotland’s response to the housing crisis, baffled at why action announced in 2024 won’t take effect until 2029.
Investment & Good News Amid the Turbulence
Scottish Capital’s £25M investment into flexible “lock‑up” business spaces gets a big thumbs‑up as a boost for SMEs.
Edinburgh‑based Epidarex Capital raises $145M for life‑science ventures, proving Scotland still has strong innovation pull.
Big Geopolitics: China, the US & the UK’s Place in the Middle
A detour into global politics and economic partnerships, from security‑flagged Chinese investments to the potential of renewed European cooperation.
Nuclear Talent—But Not at Home
Scotland’s anti‑nuclear stance is questioned as Scottish engineers head south to work on multi‑billion‑pound projects like Hinkley Point.
AI, Job Losses & the Future Workforce
Morgan Stanley research reveals an 8% net job loss from AI in the UK—but also an 11% productivity boost for adopters.
Ending on a Positive Note
With the Commonwealth Games promising £150M in economic opportunity, the hosts look to “Positive Patrick” from the Chamber of Commerce for a brighter horizon.
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Sunday Jan 25, 2026
Sunday Jan 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 business and start listening to the people who actually create jobs, grow companies, and generate tax revenues. Drawing on insights from thousands of entrepreneurs, the manifesto sets out practical, common‑sense solutions on housing, energy, taxation, and economic growth.
The episode also scans the global horizon—from Donald Trump, tariffs, and geopolitical risk, to Brexit’s economic fallout and whether the UK should seize a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to reset relations with Europe.
This is a candid, solutions‑focused conversation about putting country before party—and what happens if we don’t.
Key Episode Highlights
The Entrepreneurs’ Manifesto unveiled
A blueprint built by entrepreneurs, for policymakers—focused on growth, jobs, and long‑term prosperity.
Business rates backlash
Why revaluations are hammering hospitality and retail—and putting thousands of jobs at risk.
Housing crisis: solvable, but stalled
A practical proposal to cut costs, build more homes, and reduce energy bills—now, not in a decade.
Clean energy vs common sense
If Scotland is heading for 100% clean energy anyway, why burden new homes with unnecessary costs?
Trump, tariffs & global uncertainty
Why businesses are struggling to assess risk—and what the UK and Europe should do next.
Good news for Scottish tech & leadership
Fast‑growing companies, new leadership initiatives, and reasons for cautious optimism.
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Sunday Jan 18, 2026
Sunday Jan 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 insights, bold opinions, and candid commentary from two of Scotland’s most influential business leaders.
Tom and Willie unpack the pressures facing entrepreneurs, the consequences of government policy on jobs and investment, and the urgent need for enterprise‑led solutions to Scotland’s looming economic challenges.
Key Episode Highlights
The Scottish Budget Backlash
Tom and Willie pull no punches discussing:
The private jet levy—“a brilliant political move that raises next to nothing.”
The mansion tax—fairness vs. rhetoric.
The urgent need to grow the tax take, not just tax rates.
Scotland’s Housing Emergency & Enterprise Barriers
Willie warns of plunging homebuilding rates and mounting disincentives for development. A £3.5k cladding tax sparks particular outrage.
The Business Rates Crisis
One of the episode’s biggest flashpoints:
Businesses facing massive rate hikes with no apparent logic.
Jobs, investments, and entire sites now at risk.
An urgent call for government to pause, review, and modernise the system—fast.
Entrepreneur Manifesto Incoming
Tom teases next week’s “Entrepreneurs' Manifesto,” built from input across Scotland’s business community, designed to help any political party supercharge growth.
Trump, Jerome Powell & Global Market Shockwaves
The hosts react to Donald Trump’s unprecedented attack on the Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve—an event with potential worldwide financial consequences.
Scottish Enterprise, SNIB & Leadership News
Praise for new board appointments at Scottish Enterprise, Jim McDonald’s leadership, and David Ritchie’s appointment to SNIB—seen as key players in reviving economic momentum.
Remembering Douglas Anderson
A heartfelt tribute to the co‑owner of GAP Group—one of Scotland’s greatest entrepreneurial success stories.
Renewable Energy Triumphs
£130m investment in a liquid‑air energy storage facility at Hunterston.
The world’s largest offshore wind farm approved in Scotland, supporting 9,000 jobs.
Closing Rallying Cry
“Let’s put the doom and gloom behind us and get the country booming again.”
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Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Sunday Dec 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, and practical calls to action.
Tribute to Vera Weisfeld: Celebrating a retail pioneer who transformed marketing and championed women in business.
Business Rates Uproar: Why rate hikes could devastate Scotland’s high streets and hospitality sector.
Scotland Innovates: Orbital Marine secures £7M for tidal energy; Green Home Energy saves Ayrshire jobs; Airbus brings 1,200 skilled roles to Prestwick.
Planning Done Right: Centre Parcs wins approval for a £700-lodge development in the Borders, creating 1,200 permanent jobs.
Global Business Moves: Netflix vs Paramount in a multi-billion-dollar battle for Warner Brothers.
Economic Outlook: Interest rate predictions, inflation trends, and Europe’s shrinking GDP share.
Social Impact: The future of eco funding and the Kiltwalk’s ambitious £100M charity goal.
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Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Sunday Dec 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 alarm.
Inheritance Tax Shake-Up: Family businesses brace for April changes.
Glasgow’s Missed Opportunity: £7.3 billion in lost GDP—could a mayoral system fix it?
AI & Big Tech: Jeff Bezos predicts AI will outpace the internet—are UK pension funds pulling out too soon?
Financial Powerhouses: The hidden influence of BlackRock, Vanguard & State Street—why Martin Wolf calls it “scary.”
Housing Crisis Solutions: From planning bottlenecks to developer challenges—can Scotland turn the tide?
Good News Highlights:
£160M Chinatown redevelopment in Glasgow
Barclays sponsors Hampden Park
£2.4M offshore wind funding for Scottish firms
BAE Systems to hire 144 apprentices in Glasgow
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Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Air Date: November 30th, 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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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 Rachel Reeves Budget—is it really a budget for growth or just tax and spend?
Impact on Scottish businesses – minimum wage hikes, tax changes, and succession challenges for family firms.
Housing emergency – why planning delays and regulation are strangling growth, and their bold call for an “Action Group” to fix it.
Energy crisis – why Scotland’s industrial future is at risk and what needs to change.
North Sea oil & windfall tax – the unintended consequences of policy decisions.
Family businesses: 84% of Scottish firms – succession tax changes could kill them.
Plus, good news stories:
JP Morgan’s £1M investment in Glasgow’s GROW programme.
Scotland’s life sciences strategy aiming for £25B growth.
Family businesses celebrated as the backbone of the economy.
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Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Sunday Nov 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 up Scotland’s entrepreneurial ecosystem—this conversation is packed with insights, candid opinions, and practical advice.
Expect sharp analysis on:
Budget Speculation & Business Impact: Why small businesses need hope, not hurdles.
Housing Crisis & Planning Bottlenecks: Calls for a “pro-housing minister” and radical simplification.
Entrepreneurship & Scale-Up Vision: Ana Stewart’s roadmap for making Scotland a world-class scale-up nation.
Clean Energy Boom: SSE’s £33 billion investment and Tag Energy’s wind farm projects.
Aerospace Growth: Landmark deal could create 4,000 jobs and boost exports.
Creative Energy Solutions: From mini nuclear reactors to heating homes with garden-shed data centres.
Global Entrepreneurship Week: Why collaboration matters more than ever.
Positive Vibes: Scotland’s World Cup hopes and the economic ripple effect of national pride.
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Sunday Nov 16, 2025
Sunday Nov 16, 2025
Air Date: November 16th, 2025
Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter
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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 and Michael Burry’s warning on inflated valuations.
Elon Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Bet: Can Tesla hit an $8.5T market cap?
Green Energy Wins: Syntec Fuel’s biofuel plant promises 200 new jobs in Grangemouth.
Warren Buffett Wisdom: Timeless investment lessons and why avoiding problems beats solving them.
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Sunday Nov 09, 2025
Sunday Nov 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 rhetoric surrounding tax hikes. With sharp insights and candid commentary, they explore the implications for businesses, public services, and the cost-of-living crisis.
But the real showstopper? A riveting interview with Professor Lee Cronin, founder and CEO of Chemify, whose journey from dismantling washing machines as a child to pioneering programmable chemistry is nothing short of extraordinary. Lee shares how his Glasgow-based startup is revolutionising drug discovery and manufacturing, with ambitions to become the “Google of chemistry.”
Budget Breakdown: Why temporary tax hikes might be palatable - and necessary.
Debt & Deficit: UK’s £2.6 trillion debt and its impact on public services.
Chemify’s Mission: Discovering the origin of life, curing cancer, and building a global HQ in Glasgow.
AI Meets Chemistry: How Chemify’s “chemifarms” are transforming molecule discovery.
Skills Crisis & College Funding: The urgent need to invest in trades and education.
SME Confidence Dip: 57% of Scottish SMEs expect profit drops—what can be done?
Scotland & Independence: A candid discussion on economic viability and the need for “clever thinking.”
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