Paul English
@paulenglishwords.bsky.social
Peddler of words, written and spoken.
Papers. Radio. TV. Books. Voiceovers.
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"I love Keli. She’s so human, funny and I think everybody else will love her too"
@libertyblck.bsky.social & Martin Green talk to @paulenglishwords.bsky.social about mining, music & working-class lives ahead of #KELI beginning its final week of tour at The Tramway, Glasgow tonight
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@libertyblck.bsky.social & Martin Green talk to @paulenglishwords.bsky.social about mining, music & working-class lives ahead of #KELI beginning its final week of tour at The Tramway, Glasgow tonight
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June 11, 2025 at 4:06 PM
"I love Keli. She’s so human, funny and I think everybody else will love her too"
@libertyblck.bsky.social & Martin Green talk to @paulenglishwords.bsky.social about mining, music & working-class lives ahead of #KELI beginning its final week of tour at The Tramway, Glasgow tonight
READ IN FULL 👇
@libertyblck.bsky.social & Martin Green talk to @paulenglishwords.bsky.social about mining, music & working-class lives ahead of #KELI beginning its final week of tour at The Tramway, Glasgow tonight
READ IN FULL 👇
Headed east to host the mighty Deacon Blue on the release of their new fab new LP The Great Western Road last night after an excellent launch mini-gig in Fat Sam’s Dundee for @assaiglasgow.bsky.social
(What a night. What a buzz. what a band).
(Thanks Grant Murray for the snaps. Great to see you.)
(What a night. What a buzz. what a band).
(Thanks Grant Murray for the snaps. Great to see you.)
March 28, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Headed east to host the mighty Deacon Blue on the release of their new fab new LP The Great Western Road last night after an excellent launch mini-gig in Fat Sam’s Dundee for @assaiglasgow.bsky.social
(What a night. What a buzz. what a band).
(Thanks Grant Murray for the snaps. Great to see you.)
(What a night. What a buzz. what a band).
(Thanks Grant Murray for the snaps. Great to see you.)
All of my articles for @thetimes.com have been sprung from behind the paywall for this weekend only.
Here, for your consideration:
www.thetimes.com/profile/paul...
Here, for your consideration:
www.thetimes.com/profile/paul...
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Paul English is an award-winning freelance journalist and broadcaster who works across newspapers, radio and television specialising in arts, culture, travel and human interest stories. He has written
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March 16, 2025 at 6:42 PM
All of my articles for @thetimes.com have been sprung from behind the paywall for this weekend only.
Here, for your consideration:
www.thetimes.com/profile/paul...
Here, for your consideration:
www.thetimes.com/profile/paul...
Can’t wait to host Deacon Blue in a live performance and Q&A at Dundee’s Fat Sam’s next month, to mark the launch of their cracking new album The Great Western Road.
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Deacon Blue The Great Western Road Live Show and Q&A Fat Sams Dundee Ticket Bundle Thursday 27th March 2025
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February 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Can’t wait to host Deacon Blue in a live performance and Q&A at Dundee’s Fat Sam’s next month, to mark the launch of their cracking new album The Great Western Road.
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Janice was an inspiration to many of us as student journos wondering what direction we might go in. She became a colleague, a pal and ally. Her importance to Scottish cultural scene is huge. Her legacy is indelible.
BBC presenter steps down after Alzheimer's diagnosis www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC presenter steps down after Alzheimer's diagnosis www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC broadcaster steps down after Alzheimer diagnosis
Janice Forsyth has worked for the BBC for more than 30 years, presenting shows on various radio stations.
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February 17, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Janice was an inspiration to many of us as student journos wondering what direction we might go in. She became a colleague, a pal and ally. Her importance to Scottish cultural scene is huge. Her legacy is indelible.
BBC presenter steps down after Alzheimer's diagnosis www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC presenter steps down after Alzheimer's diagnosis www.bbc.com/news/article...
My mum crashed my KT Tunstall interview when I was visiting.
January 31, 2025 at 6:37 PM
My mum crashed my KT Tunstall interview when I was visiting.
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Read all about Make it Happen, news, interviews with James Graham and Brian Cox and other highlights of the #NTS2025 season below
📸 James Chapelard, David Vintiner
Read all about Make it Happen, news, interviews with James Graham and Brian Cox and other highlights of the #NTS2025 season below
📸 James Chapelard, David Vintiner
January 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Read all about it! 🗞️
Read all about Make it Happen, news, interviews with James Graham and Brian Cox and other highlights of the #NTS2025 season below
📸 James Chapelard, David Vintiner
Read all about Make it Happen, news, interviews with James Graham and Brian Cox and other highlights of the #NTS2025 season below
📸 James Chapelard, David Vintiner
The Palestinians refused visas by the UK Home Office ahead of their Celtic Connections gig.
My story in today’s Herald.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2486648...
My story in today’s Herald.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2486648...
Palestinian artists refused visas for Celtic Connections show
Bethlehem Calling, a new show featuring performers from Palestine, due to take place at this year’s Celtic Connections festival has been dealt a…
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January 18, 2025 at 11:03 PM
The Palestinians refused visas by the UK Home Office ahead of their Celtic Connections gig.
My story in today’s Herald.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2486648...
My story in today’s Herald.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2486648...
My, er, interview with, um, Sharleen Spiteri talking about, er, the return of Texas as Hogmanay headliners in, ehm, Edinburgh was on Good Morning Scotland at 8.45am.
But news changes fast.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
But news changes fast.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Good Morning Scotland - 30/12/2024 - BBC Sounds
The latest news from home and abroad, along with sport, travel and weather updates.
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December 30, 2024 at 6:19 PM
My, er, interview with, um, Sharleen Spiteri talking about, er, the return of Texas as Hogmanay headliners in, ehm, Edinburgh was on Good Morning Scotland at 8.45am.
But news changes fast.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
But news changes fast.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Delighted to be asked to present BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Mornings’ show.
Teamed up with Senior Producer Martin Graham (& Lewis Frain, unpictured cos he wasn’t wearing stripes).
I accidentally struck on the idea for a new series, Call The Housewife. Already in development
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Teamed up with Senior Producer Martin Graham (& Lewis Frain, unpictured cos he wasn’t wearing stripes).
I accidentally struck on the idea for a new series, Call The Housewife. Already in development
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
December 27, 2024 at 12:12 PM
Delighted to be asked to present BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Mornings’ show.
Teamed up with Senior Producer Martin Graham (& Lewis Frain, unpictured cos he wasn’t wearing stripes).
I accidentally struck on the idea for a new series, Call The Housewife. Already in development
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Teamed up with Senior Producer Martin Graham (& Lewis Frain, unpictured cos he wasn’t wearing stripes).
I accidentally struck on the idea for a new series, Call The Housewife. Already in development
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Happy Christmas.
December 25, 2024 at 8:17 PM
Happy Christmas.
Last night, I turned a corner seconds after the 4A bus crashed into a railway bridge at Cook Street in Glasgow. Passengers were still on board, first aid was being given to the more seriously injured. I sincerely hope they make a full recovery.
My coverage from the scene is in today’s newspapers.
My coverage from the scene is in today’s newspapers.
December 15, 2024 at 2:04 PM
Last night, I turned a corner seconds after the 4A bus crashed into a railway bridge at Cook Street in Glasgow. Passengers were still on board, first aid was being given to the more seriously injured. I sincerely hope they make a full recovery.
My coverage from the scene is in today’s newspapers.
My coverage from the scene is in today’s newspapers.
In yesterday’s @heraldscotland.bsky.social, my report about how the designs of artist Kenny Miller are helping disadvantaged groups access theatre at Glasgow’s @trontheatre.bsky.social.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
Panto costumes 'pay it forward' in Glasgow
Tron exhibition of past panto costume designs to 'pay it forward' and help kids experience live theatre.
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December 9, 2024 at 8:13 AM
In yesterday’s @heraldscotland.bsky.social, my report about how the designs of artist Kenny Miller are helping disadvantaged groups access theatre at Glasgow’s @trontheatre.bsky.social.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
In the December edition of the world’s oldest magazine, The Scots, I’m speaking to one of the country’s most successful songwriters, Fran Healy, frontman of Travis.
The band play Glasgow Hydro on 21 December.
The band play Glasgow Hydro on 21 December.
December 7, 2024 at 1:09 PM
In the December edition of the world’s oldest magazine, The Scots, I’m speaking to one of the country’s most successful songwriters, Fran Healy, frontman of Travis.
The band play Glasgow Hydro on 21 December.
The band play Glasgow Hydro on 21 December.
Was on hosting duties today in Edinburgh for the launch of series two of #TheRig, followed by Q&A with stars Iain Glen, Martin Compston, Emily Hampshire, Rochenda Sandall and Owen Teale. It’s tense stuff under the sea (in Leith).
December 4, 2024 at 7:37 PM
Was on hosting duties today in Edinburgh for the launch of series two of #TheRig, followed by Q&A with stars Iain Glen, Martin Compston, Emily Hampshire, Rochenda Sandall and Owen Teale. It’s tense stuff under the sea (in Leith).
Last week, I interviewed the living legend that is Tony Roper about coming out of retirement to play Granda Joe in the Celtic Charity Foundation video. Wrote this for @dailyrecord.co.uk.web.brid.gy
December 4, 2024 at 6:46 AM
Last week, I interviewed the living legend that is Tony Roper about coming out of retirement to play Granda Joe in the Celtic Charity Foundation video. Wrote this for @dailyrecord.co.uk.web.brid.gy
‘I grew up with a lot of difficulties. If I’d seen something like this as a child, I would have known that anything is possible.’
In today’s @heraldscotland.bsky.social
I’m speaking to the stars of the country’s first panto featuring deaf actors.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2476622...
In today’s @heraldscotland.bsky.social
I’m speaking to the stars of the country’s first panto featuring deaf actors.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2476622...
This is representation: behind the scenes at Scotland's first panto with deaf actors
a child enjoying Scotland’s festive tradition, Bea Webster didn’t see anyone like them when they went to the theatre in Glasgow each Christmas.
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December 3, 2024 at 6:48 AM
‘I grew up with a lot of difficulties. If I’d seen something like this as a child, I would have known that anything is possible.’
In today’s @heraldscotland.bsky.social
I’m speaking to the stars of the country’s first panto featuring deaf actors.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2476622...
In today’s @heraldscotland.bsky.social
I’m speaking to the stars of the country’s first panto featuring deaf actors.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2476622...
Glad to catch last night’s sublime gig by Rachel Sermanni at the Mackintosh church in Glasgow.
I spoke to her a few weeks back about the stories behind her latest songs, and touring her kids around in a camper van on tour.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
I spoke to her a few weeks back about the stories behind her latest songs, and touring her kids around in a camper van on tour.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
Scottish songwriter shares the impact of motherhood on her creative process
As Rachel Sermanni gets set to tour and launch her EP, she reveals the impact being a mum again can have on an artist’s work life
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November 30, 2024 at 1:49 PM
Glad to catch last night’s sublime gig by Rachel Sermanni at the Mackintosh church in Glasgow.
I spoke to her a few weeks back about the stories behind her latest songs, and touring her kids around in a camper van on tour.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
I spoke to her a few weeks back about the stories behind her latest songs, and touring her kids around in a camper van on tour.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
“One of the most important things is not to be jealous of your past."
I sat down with Justin Currie, lead singer of Del Amitri, to talk about living in the present.
Justin's Parkinson's diagnosis isn't his life’s only major challenge.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2475599...
I sat down with Justin Currie, lead singer of Del Amitri, to talk about living in the present.
Justin's Parkinson's diagnosis isn't his life’s only major challenge.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2475599...
Del Amitri star Justin Currie on his 'scary' Parkinson's diagnosis
As Del Amitri begin a tour of Scotland, singer songwriter Justin Currie reveals how his Parkinson’s diagnosis has brought the present into sharp…
www.heraldscotland.com
November 29, 2024 at 1:40 PM
“One of the most important things is not to be jealous of your past."
I sat down with Justin Currie, lead singer of Del Amitri, to talk about living in the present.
Justin's Parkinson's diagnosis isn't his life’s only major challenge.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2475599...
I sat down with Justin Currie, lead singer of Del Amitri, to talk about living in the present.
Justin's Parkinson's diagnosis isn't his life’s only major challenge.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2475599...
You need to see The King’s panto in Glasgow to believe what Elaine C Smith does before the end of the first act.
Rab C would think he was getting the DTs.
Rab C would think he was getting the DTs.
November 28, 2024 at 11:07 PM
You need to see The King’s panto in Glasgow to believe what Elaine C Smith does before the end of the first act.
Rab C would think he was getting the DTs.
Rab C would think he was getting the DTs.
Got my kit off in the woods with a stranger for this travel piece from Lake Annecy in The Herald.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
'I was down to my Speedos in the woods with a woman I’d just met'
WALKING barefoot down a woodland path with a complete stranger somewhere in the mountains of France, I wondered if I would ever be in this position…
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November 28, 2024 at 8:35 AM
Got my kit off in the woods with a stranger for this travel piece from Lake Annecy in The Herald.
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...
Super / Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is showing in cinemas around the country. It’s a remarkable documentary.
I spoke to his sons and daughter for this piece in the Sunday Post:
www.sundaypost.com/fp/superman-...
I spoke to his sons and daughter for this piece in the Sunday Post:
www.sundaypost.com/fp/superman-...
Family opens up on emotional new movie about Christopher Reeve
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story follows him from his days as a hopeful actor through his triumphant debut as the last son of Krypton.
www.sundaypost.com
November 27, 2024 at 6:48 AM
Super / Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is showing in cinemas around the country. It’s a remarkable documentary.
I spoke to his sons and daughter for this piece in the Sunday Post:
www.sundaypost.com/fp/superman-...
I spoke to his sons and daughter for this piece in the Sunday Post:
www.sundaypost.com/fp/superman-...
It’s been a big deal to present BBC Radio Scotland’s Off The Ball with Tam Cowan the past couple of weekends, after years of guesting on most petty & ill informed sports programme on radio.
The most recent show, featuring our guest Robert Ryan, is here:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
The most recent show, featuring our guest Robert Ryan, is here:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
November 26, 2024 at 11:32 AM
It’s been a big deal to present BBC Radio Scotland’s Off The Ball with Tam Cowan the past couple of weekends, after years of guesting on most petty & ill informed sports programme on radio.
The most recent show, featuring our guest Robert Ryan, is here:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
The most recent show, featuring our guest Robert Ryan, is here:
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Hello. I’m a freelance journalist and broadcaster based in Glasgow, Scotland. I work on newspapers and radio and, sometimes, TV.
I also do voice overs and offer PR support to the right clients.
I’ll mostly be posting my work, as and when.
I also do voice overs and offer PR support to the right clients.
I’ll mostly be posting my work, as and when.
November 19, 2024 at 10:55 PM
Hello. I’m a freelance journalist and broadcaster based in Glasgow, Scotland. I work on newspapers and radio and, sometimes, TV.
I also do voice overs and offer PR support to the right clients.
I’ll mostly be posting my work, as and when.
I also do voice overs and offer PR support to the right clients.
I’ll mostly be posting my work, as and when.