Growing Up Scottish - Season 2
Season 2
Episodes
Friendship/Home
Some of Scotland's comedians and entertainers take us on journey through friendships past, reminiscing on the bonding, the hanging out, the best friends, the sleepovers and the strange noises.
Then they turn their attention to homes of the past, looking back at the flats, the crofts, the bathrooms and the toilets, as well as addressing the controversial inside-outside debate.
Music/Food
Some of Scotland's comedians and entertainers take us on journey through music of the past, remembering the artists, the hits, the gigs and festivals. They also recall the highs and lows of starting a band and using a cassette player.
Then they turn their attention to dinners and food, recalling the fine dining, the deep fried, the deep freeze and the many ways that Scots enjoy mince, as well as pondering the highs and lows of home cooking and the correct contents of a munchie box.
Sport and Books
Scotland's comedians and entertainers take us on journey through sport, from cross-country to tug-o-war, via the mesmerising athletics of darts and the eerie silence of golf. Plus, the art of appreciating football and deciding on your favourite Murray.
Then through the world of books: the novels, the writers, the magic and monsters. Plus, the highs and lows of tartan noir and the hilarity of Macbeth.
Art/Weddings
Some of Scotland's comedians and entertainers take us on journey through art of the past, from finger painting to the Turner Prize, via Mackintosh and the Kelpies. They take us through the highs and lows of new town sculpture, how to appreciate a gallery, and what might be hidden away beyond the gift shop.
Then they turn their attention to weddings, recalling the stag weekends, the endless speeches, page boy duties and flower girl dresses, and how to arrange a group photo.
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