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The origins of 'Lads'
Alan Bissett chats to presenter Nick Sheridan about how his book Lads came about.
  1. The origins of 'Lads'
    06:09
    The origins of 'Lads'
  2. Introducing Liz Pichon
    02:09
    Introducing Liz Pichon
  3. Tom Gates and his mates
    04:05
    Tom Gates and his mates
  4. Meet the Gates
    02:18
    Meet the Gates
  5. Through the keyhole
    01:18
    Through the keyhole
  6. Monster draw
    05:42
    Monster draw
  7. Reading
    03:48
    Reading
  8. Doodle with Liz
    09:19
    Doodle with Liz
  9. Questions
    06:13
    Questions
  10. A monster quiz
    08:19
    A monster quiz
  11. Taking Up Boxing
    03:04
    Taking Up Boxing
  12. Draw Noi and his dad
    10:03
    Draw Noi and his dad
  13. Drawing Fruit and Veg
    04:16
    Drawing Fruit and Veg
  14. Brian’s writing and favourite books
    04:33
    Brian’s writing and favourite books
  15. Reading from 'Luna Loves Art'
    05:38
    Reading from 'Luna Loves Art'
  16. Newton Farm Questions
    05:46
    Newton Farm Questions
  17. Inspired by travelling
    14:41
    Inspired by travelling
  18. Rewilding and creating a space for nature
    09:01
    Rewilding and creating a space for nature
  19. Why is it important to learn Scots and Gaelic?
    03:10
    Why is it important to learn Scots and Gaelic?
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