Debate Night
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 39
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 4.1/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: United Kingdom
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
podcast.support@bbc.co.uk
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Host
Stephen Jardine - Hosts a topical debate on the big issues affecting Scotland and beyond.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Jo Caulfield - Topical Issues Debated On The Panel
Adam Harley - Topical Political Issues Debated On The Episode's Panel
Julie MacDougall - Topical Political Issues Debated On The Episode's Panel
Jenny Young - Topical Political Issues Debated On The Episode's Panel
Alyn Smith - Topical Political Issues Debated On The Episode's Panel
Recent Topics
Episodes
Glasgow
October 07, 2026
Debate Night is in Glasgow with a studio audience putting questions to Paul Sweeney from Scottish Labour, Thomas Kerr from Reform UK Scotland, Laura Moodie from the Scottish Greens, Alan Brown from the SNP and businessman and entrepreneur Donald MacLeod. Hosted by Stephen Jardine.
Clydebank
September 30, 2026
Stephen Jardine hosts an episode of Debate Night from Clydebank, with a studio audience putting questions to Katherine Sangster from Scottish Labour; Alex Kerr from the SNP; Meghan Gallacher from the Scottish Conservatives; entrepreneur and investor Tim Allan; and comedian James Gardner
Edinburgh
September 23, 2026
Stephen Jardine presents a topical debate from Edinburgh. Joining him on the panel, the SNP's Kate Campbell, Lorna Slater from the Scottish Greens, Reform UK Scotland's Angela Ross, Scottish Labour's Graeme Downie, and SAS Veteran and author Colin MacLachlan
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Debate Night?
Debate Night is hosted by Stephen Jardine. Its publicly listed email is podcast.support@bbc.co.uk. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Debate Night?
The publicly listed email for Debate Night: podcast.support@bbc.co.uk.
How many listeners does Debate Night have?
Podseeker estimates Debate Night reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Debate Night?
Debate Night typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Scottish political party representatives, prominent media commentators, and public-facing professionals with relevant community expertise (e.g., education). Common among recent guests: Elected/party role within a major UK political party (SNP, Labour, Greens, Reform UK, Scottish Conservatives, Liberal Democrats); Established public profile as a commentator for major outlets (e.g., national press); Recognized local/community leadership roles (e.g., former senior education professional). Recent guests include Jo Caulfield, Adam Harley, and Julie MacDougall.
How hard is it to get booked on Debate Night?
High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.
What topics does Debate Night cover?
Recent episodes cover Politics, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Elections, and Governance. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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