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The food writer Jack Monroe talks to Cathy about how her experiences of living on the breadline launched her writing career, her anti-poverty campaign work and the pros and cons of a career played out on social media.

Principal Guest Conductor for the Royal Scottish National Orchestra Elim Chan explains why Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s ‘Scheherazade' – is a significant piece of music for her on both a personal and professional level.

What are the consequences of exposure to alcohol and living with someone who has a drink problem? And what support is there? Justina Murray, of Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs, and Linda Rodgers from Edinburgh Women’s Aid discuss the issues.

Amar Latif refuses to let blindness stop his adventures; he’s climbed a 5000ft volcano, crossed the Nicaraguan jungle on foot, sailed the Ionian Sea and flown a plane. He talks to Cathy about his frustrations with mainstream travel companies and his work helping other blind travellers experience the world.

The writer and human rights activist, Joan Smith explores the link between private and public violence in her new book ‘Home Grown’. She discusses how patterns of domestic violence may provide police with clues around future terrorist attacks.

As the Scottish Women’s football team kick off their campaign at this year’s World Cup in France, Cathy is joined by ex-footballer and broadcaster Pat Nevin and sports reporter Connie McLaughlin to discuss what constitutes a healthy role model. Will these young footballers become important figures for the next generation?