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The Times Square of Edinburgh

Friday, March 13, 2020 • Duration 25:27

Festival square in Edinburgh has always been noticeably redundant.But new plans have been announced to build a cinema complex in a 121 ft building.This week Conor Matchett is joined by Edinburgh Evening news reporter Caitlin Dewar and The Scotsman Arts Correspondent Brian Ferguson to discuss the 'Times square of Edinburgh'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Why the Forth Bridge is so iconic

Friday, March 6, 2020 • Duration 26:05

It's a symbol of Scottish innovation, but one that we often take for granted as we travel across it on the train.This week, host Conor Matchett quizzes Edinburgh Evening News reporter Elsa Maishman about her "favourite topic", the Forth Bridge. To mark its 130 year anniversary they look at some amazing facts and figures, discuss the human cost of its construction, and look ahead to the proposed Forth Bridge Experience.But let's not forget the Forth Road Bridge and Queensferry Crossing, and how they impact the towns of North and South Queensferry. Being an adopted Fifer, Elsa discusses the playful rivalry between the towns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Election Reflection

Wednesday, December 18, 2019 • Duration 21:49

The dust has settled on one of the most unpredictable elections in living memory. But what does it mean from an Edinburgh and Scottish perspective?Conor Matchett is joined by Ian Swanson, political editor of the Edinburgh Evening News, and The Scotsman's deputy political editor Gina Davidson, to dissect the results.We also hear the word on the street about what Edinburgh voters thought of it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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'The unpopularity contest' - Election Special

Wednesday, December 11, 2019 • Duration 26:15

There's an election imminent, in case you hadn't noticed. But is it worth staying up late for? Is it going to change anything? And what's the situation in Edinburgh and the Lothians?The Edinburgh Briefing team talk you through the candidates and the issues facing voters as they head to the polls.Host Conor Matchett is joined by The Scotsman’s Westminster correspondent Paris Gourtsoyannis, the Evening News’ disabilities and equalities reporter Shona Elliott and local democracy reporter David Bol to dissect and examine the chances of each party in Edinburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Is Edinburgh finally getting the music arena it deserves?

Friday, December 6, 2019 • Duration 37:07

This week, host Conor Matchett is joined by Brian Ferguson, arts correspondent for The Scotsman, Edinburgh Evening News whats-on reporter Caitlyn Dewar and editor Euan McGrory.They discuss the proposal for the 8,000 capacity arena at Straiton and consider whether it’s the right location, the current music offering in the city and the chances of it going ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What next for Jenners and Princes Street?

Friday, November 29, 2019 • Duration 27:40

In the first episode of the Edinburgh Briefing, host Conor Matchett chats to Edinburgh Evening News editor Euan McGrory about how they broke the story of Jenners quitting Princes Street.They also ponder what the proposed move could mean for the future of the city centre, and why Jenners lives up to the “Edinburgh institution” label.We also hear from political reporter Ian Swanson about plans to scrap free travel on the city’s trams for over-60s, and we hop on a tram to find out what passengers think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Edinburgh Briefing - Trailer

Thursday, November 14, 2019 • Duration 02:33

Get the insider’s account of Edinburgh's news beat from Conor Matchett and the team at the Edinburgh Evening News. Every week we will delve into the issues that you've been talking about, whether it’s a controversial council decision or a major new venue. We'll also answer your burning questions about life in the Scottish capital. Hit subscribe now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Does Edinburgh have too many hotels?

Friday, February 21, 2020 • Duration 24:32

You won't be short for a place to stay in Edinburgh with hotels and Airbnbs on the rise. A report from the council estimated there were 61 new hotels in the construction pipeline, representing 6,338 rooms. But what does this mean for the city and its residents?Host Conor Matchett and Edinburgh Evening News Reporter Elsa Maishman discuss how this rise in tourist accommodation is affecting the capital and of course the over-tourism debate that is rumbling on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Edinburgh's Christmas Market scandal unwrapped

Friday, February 14, 2020 • Duration 30:05

What went on between events company Underbelly and Edinburgh City Council in the run-up to the Christmas market and Hogmanay fiasco?After breaking the story of heated exchanges between Underbelly and the council in a tranche of emails released under Freedom of Information laws, host Conor Matchett is joined by The Scotsman's arts correspondent Brian Ferguson to discuss the so-called 'Christmas files'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A continental vision for Princes Street

Friday, February 7, 2020 • Duration 23:00

Have you wondered how and why Princes Street is changing, and what the future holds for the famous thoroughfare?Host Conor Matchett is joined by Edinburgh Evening News reporter Elsa Maishman to talk about the changing face of Princes Street.Elsa discusses her annual audit of Princes Street, revealing that 6% of the high street is 'tartan tat' and more cafes and bars will open to align with council plans.They also discuss the W Hotel and how it resembles a 'walnut whip.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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