About Us
NOURISHMENT FOR INDEPENDENT MINDS
Scotonomics is a platform for rethinking economics from the ground up. We believe economic literacy is vital for an engaged and informed society—and that starts with questioning the economic narratives we’re told every day.
Founded in Scotland and inspired by the principles of wellbeing, sustainability, and equity, Scotonomics explores how our economic system really works—and how it could work better. Through our interviews, events, videos and posts, we uncover the connections between the economy, society, and the environment, helping people make sense of the big issues shaping our lives.
We challenge outdated economic thinking and offer fresh perspectives rooted in ecological limits, public purpose, and inclusive prosperity. Whether you’re new to economics or a seasoned professional, Scotonomics offers a space to learn, discuss, and imagine new economic possibilities for Scotland.
Let’s build a better understanding of the economy—together.
Who are we?
NOURISHMENT FOR INDEPENDENT MINDS
The Scotonomics podcast is hosted by William Thomson and Kairin van Sweeden.
Our work for 2025 is funded by small contributions via our Patreon membership site, merchandise sales, and some small profit from our event services. We do not accept corporate donations.
Scotonomics is a Scottish Limited Company: SC741297
After several years of self-study, William set up SCOTONOMICS as a vehicle to disseminate information on economic issues that seemed to be rarely discussed in the mainstream, including the impact of the economy on the climate, inequality and how money really works.
In 2022, William completed an MSC in the Green Economy and MEcon in the Economics of Sustainability.
Based in Dunblane, William writes regular blog posts are articles on economics in various publications including The National newspaper in Scotland and the Scottish Left Review.
In 2016, she returned to Edinburgh, set up her own personal training business and became Convener of Leith SNP and Yes Edinburgh North and Leith. Kairin began researching economics in 2018 and subsequently became Director of Modern Money Scotland in 2020. Later that year, she moved back to Aberdeen to be closer to her family and started recording SCOTONOMICS with William.
In May 2022, Kairin was elected as a City Councillor for Tillydrone, Seaton and Old Aberdeen, which is where she was brought up and went to school. She thinks being a Councillor is the busiest job she has ever done but has managed to write a few articles for The National.
What we have planned
We have two main objectives for 2025
1. To further the real-world economic understanding across Scotland.
2. To encourage debate and reflection by the current Scottish government on its vision for a post-independence Scottish economy.
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