Billy Kay explores the legacy of Wallace in Scottish identity and the changing fortunes of the SNP, from the depression after 1979 to the coming of the parliament in 1999. Show more

Billy Kay explores how the coming of the Scottish Parliament transformed the fortunes of the SNP and gave nationalists optimism and hope for the future of their cause. Show more

Billy Kay examines the rise of nationalism in the 1960s and Winnie Ewing's sensational victory in Hamilton, which transformed the SNP from a marginalised sect to a mainstream party. Show more

Billy Kay recalls the optimism and energy of the independence campaign, its end in failure, and its resurrection, which culminated in an SNP landslide at the general election. Show more

Billy Kay traces the story of Scottish nationalism from the Wars of Independence to the rise of the SNP and what was perceived as the anglicisation of Scotland in the 20th century. Show more

Billy Kay explores how industrial unrest in the 19th century led socialists such as Keir Hardie and Cunninghame Graham to found the Labour Party. Show more