Episode Details

Air Date: April 12th, 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.

In this week’s Go Radio Business Show, Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter dive straight into one of the most turbulent global landscapes in years — unpacking how geopolitical shockwaves, oil disruption, and shifting world alliances are reshaping the economic outlook for Scottish businesses.

From the impact of the U.S.–Iran conflict on supply chains and inflation, to the changing role of the U.S. as a global partner, the hosts explore what it all means for interest rates, energy security, and the future of Scotland’s economy.

Key Highlights

• How global conflict is driving inflation, supply‑chain turmoil, and energy insecurity
• Why the U.S. may no longer be the partner it once was — and what it means for Scotland
• The case for renewed North Sea exploration and energy independence
• The challenges facing food & drink investment despite massive sector value
• Glasgow’s development opportunities and what’s holding projects back
• SpaceX, moon missions, and why Elon Musk is still impossible to ignore

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