Susan Morrison finds out how women were a big part of the 1690s Darien venture to found a Scottish colony and how the dominions got their independence. Show more

Edi talks to world acclaimed violinist about picking up a violin at the age of four and the privilege and responsibility of being able to play a multi million pound Stradivarius. Show more

The latest news from home and abroad, along with regular sport, travel and weather updates.

Connie McLaughlin asks what have you started in 2022 that’s made a positive difference to your life? Show more

Michelle McManus presents a special compilation from 100 Years of Scottish Stories. We hear stories of family holidays, the annual Edinburgh Festivals and epic journeys abroad. Show more

News updates from Scotland and beyond, plus all your lunchtime sport, travel and weather.

Nicola Meighan is here to remind you what day of the week is it with a jam packed show filled with films, tv, podcasts and live music to soothe the post-Christmas blues! Show more

Scottish artist Alison Watt joins Nicola Meighan to discuss the record that reminds her of childhood, the track she wishes she'd written and other songs in the key of her life. Show more

Ravi Sagoo presents highlights from the Glasgow Mela 2022 South Asian Music and Arts Festival. Music from bhangra artists to Indian meets Western classical music to Urban beats. Show more

Breaking down the day's talking points with comment and opinion, plus sport, travel and weather.

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