<![CDATA[The Glasgow Tellyfest Show]]>The Glasgow Tellyfest Show sees leading figures from Scottish arts pick their favourite One Minute Pilots — championing original series ideas and authentic Scottish voices.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 17:17:27 GMTThu, 29 Jan 2026 13:51:05 GMT60Claire<p><i>The Glasgow Tellyfest Show</i> sees leading figures from Scottish arts pick their favourite One Minute Pilots — championing original series ideas and authentic Scottish voices.</p>episodicClaireclaire@glasgowtellyfest.comno<![CDATA[Gayle Telfer Stevens & Sean McDonald]]>For the third and final of our mini pilot season, I got to chat to the brilliant Sean McDonald of the Blethered Podcast, and actor and writer Gayle Telfer Stevens. We delved into the writing process, life as a creative and of course the current crop of One Minute Pilots!

Takeaways

  • Authenticity in storytelling
  • The role of vulnerability in writing and acting Short-form content is evolving to capture audience attention and engagement.
  • Creators should focus on authenticity and creative expression rather than conforming to industry expectations.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Creating Opportunities in the Creative Industry
  • 08:00 Script Writing and Emotional Authenticity
  • 14:04 Craft and Authenticity in Filmmaking
  • 20:56 Balancing Vulnerability and Humor in Writing
  • 26:05 Overcoming Rejection and Waiting for Opportunities
  • 32:06 Emotional Authenticity in Scottish Films
  • 01:09:30 Flipping the Industry Paradigm
]]>d8f04c8d-d783-4fb6-98a5-e964716ff9abSun, 15 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>For the third and final of our mini pilot season, I got to chat to the brilliant Sean McDonald of the Blethered Podcast, and actor and writer Gayle Telfer Stevens. We delved into the writing process, life as a creative and of course the current crop of One Minute Pilots!</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Authenticity in storytelling</li><li>The role of vulnerability in writing and acting Short-form content is evolving to capture audience attention and engagement.</li><li>Creators should focus on authenticity and creative expression rather than conforming to industry expectations.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Creating Opportunities in the Creative Industry</li><li>08:00 Script Writing and Emotional Authenticity</li><li>14:04 Craft and Authenticity in Filmmaking</li><li>20:56 Balancing Vulnerability and Humor in Writing</li><li>26:05 Overcoming Rejection and Waiting for Opportunities</li><li>32:06 Emotional Authenticity in Scottish Films</li><li>01:09:30 Flipping the Industry Paradigm</li></ul>no00:49:2013Gayle Telfer Stevens & Sean McDonaldfull<![CDATA[Denise Mina & Sanjeev Kohli]]>For our second episode, I got to chat with the amazing Sanjeev Kohli and one of my favourite authors Denise Mina. We discussed authenticity in storytelling, the importance of creating a sense of place that resonates, and of course our One Minute Pilots. Hope you enjoy it!

Takeaways

  • Authenticity is a powerful force in storytelling, transcending cultural boundaries
  • The democratization of storytelling through technology and grassroots initiatives is reshaping the creative landscape The importance of collaboration in artistic development
  • The significance of authentic storytelling and representation in the industry

Chapters

  • 00:00 Authentic Scottish Storytelling
  • 06:06 Cultural Traditions and Storytelling
  • 11:49 Diversity in Scottish Culture
  • 17:52 The Evolution of Storytelling
  • 24:50 The Art of Reframing
  • 30:04 Scottish Stories on Screen
  • 36:21 The Impact of Authenticity and Representation in Storytelling
]]>614e12e8-aa67-47f4-9abe-6047fb91faa1Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:17:04 GMT<p>For our second episode, I got to chat with the amazing Sanjeev Kohli and one of my favourite authors Denise Mina. We discussed authenticity in storytelling, the importance of creating a sense of place that resonates, and of course our One Minute Pilots. Hope you enjoy it!</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Authenticity is a powerful force in storytelling, transcending cultural boundaries</li><li>The democratization of storytelling through technology and grassroots initiatives is reshaping the creative landscape The importance of collaboration in artistic development</li><li>The significance of authentic storytelling and representation in the industry</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Authentic Scottish Storytelling</li><li>06:06 Cultural Traditions and Storytelling</li><li>11:49 Diversity in Scottish Culture</li><li>17:52 The Evolution of Storytelling</li><li>24:50 The Art of Reframing</li><li>30:04 Scottish Stories on Screen</li><li>36:21 The Impact of Authenticity and Representation in Storytelling</li></ul>no00:42:5712Denise Mina & Sanjeev Kohlifull<![CDATA[Laura Boyd & Colin McCredie]]>The very first episode of the GTF Show features STV's Laura Boyd and iconic Scottish actor Colin McCredie. We discuss what makes authentic Scottish film and TV, the Scottish stories we'd love to see on our screens, and of course chat about the current crop of One Minute Pilots.

Watch the One Minute Pilots and have your own say here: https://www.youtube.com/@GlasgowTellyfestOneMinutePilot

Chapters

  • 00:00 TV Pilots and Changing Landscape
  • 19:51 Exploring Scottish Communities and Settings
  • 25:23 The Appeal of Different Genres and Themes
  • 32:36 The Potential for a Scottish Music Drama or Film
]]>2fe78b64-4a72-44db-bb55-d79403e70081Sun, 01 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>The very first episode of the GTF Show features STV's Laura Boyd and iconic Scottish actor Colin McCredie. We discuss what makes authentic Scottish film and TV, the Scottish stories we'd love to see on our screens, and of course chat about the current crop of One Minute Pilots.</p><p></p><p>Watch the One Minute Pilots and have your own say here: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@GlasgowTellyfestOneMinutePilot" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@GlasgowTellyfestOneMinutePilot</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 TV Pilots and Changing Landscape</li><li>19:51 Exploring Scottish Communities and Settings</li><li>25:23 The Appeal of Different Genres and Themes</li><li>32:36 The Potential for a Scottish Music Drama or Film</li></ul>no00:33:4911Laura Boyd & Colin McCrediefull