Best Ceilidh Podcasts (2024)

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KPC 2024 06 23 Podcast 58:34

7d ago58:34

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Our 514th episode, which aired on June 23, 2024.Trouble in the Kitchen – The Tap Room/TheRoad to Port Fairy/The Abbeyleix/Sweeney's Dream, The Next TurnDave Gunning – Sing It Louder, LiftThe Bothy Band – Pretty Peg/Craig’s Pipes, 1975Runrig – Protect and Survive, Live at Celtic Connections 2000Florence Fahy – The Trip To Birmingham/The Fairhaired B…

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112: Ceilidhs I Have Been to Are Not, Generally Speaking, Competitive 58:52

23d ago58:52

58:52

John was gaming, Alison was dancing, and Liz was batty. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, join our Facebook group, or tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: Wealt…

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Episode 62 - Chasing Shadows 1:01:36

3d ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Gary brings you top drawer pipe music from Scotland, Ireland and the USA. Playlist Iain MacInnes with Lt Col DJS Murray, The Treadmill and Spark’s Rant from Sealbh John D Burgess with Lord Alexander Kennedy, Tulloch Gorm and Mrs MacPherson of Inveran from King of the Highland Pipers Stephanie Makem and Tiarnan o Duinnchinn with Lough Erne Shore fro…

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113: I Realised Too Late What I Had Done 53:49

9d ago53:49

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John is doing Discord, Liz is doing programme, and Alison isn’t working on the Worldcon. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, join our Facebook group, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Co…

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Episode 61 - Summer Salad 1:06:32

10d ago1:06:32

1:06:32

There might not be much sign of summer yet here in Scotland but we carry on regardless with another eclectic mix of all things bagpipe. Playlist Cantrip with Ian Green of Greentrax, Whistle O’er the Lave o It, The Ramnee Ceilidh and the Hare of the Dog from Boneshaker Bruce Gandy with the Abercairney Highlanders, Arniston Castle and John Morrison o…

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Episode 60 - MacLean MacLeod Memorial Championships, USA 1:05:30

17d ago1:05:30

1:05:30

Gary introduces highlights from a recent top solo contest in Delaware, USA, and catches up with news from sponsors, RG Hardie Bagpipes. Playlist Breabach with The Old Collection from Fas Cameron Macdougall with The Ross-shire Volunteers, Tulloch Gorm, and Loch Carron from The United States Piping Foundation, Maclean Macleod Memorial Piping Champion…

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KPC 2024 06 09 Podcast 58:29

20d ago58:29

58:29

Our 513th episode, which aired on June 9. 2024.Pine Tree Flyers – Smith's Reel/Pointe-Au-Pic, Pine Tree FlyersNuala Kennedy – Sally Sits Weeping/Blue Devils’ Jig, ShorelinesCarlos Sweeney McCartin – The Humours of Bolton Street/Whiskey Hollow/Brendan McMahon’s, The One After ItDaoiri Farrell – Blackwater Side, single releaseReverie Road – Land’s En…

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Episode 59 - Hunt the Piper 59:44

24d ago59:44

59:44

After a week off, Gary returns refreshed and armed with another bumper selection of all things bagpipes. Playlist Xavier Boderiou, Sylvain Barou and Antoine Lahay with Wedding Reels from Liamm. Roddy MacLeod with The Taking of Beaumont Hamel, The Shepherd’s Crook and the Smith of Chilliechassie from Pipers of Distinction: Roderick J MacLeod Ben Dun…

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Foot Stompin' Free Scottish Music Podcast No 257 58:50

25d ago58:50

58:50

Hi, welcome to the Foot Stompin' Free Scottish Music Podcast. I know we've been away but I'm back! Here's a whole bunch of brand new traditional music from Scotland and the odd classic! Thankyou to all our Patreon supporters. Thanks for sticking in there. If you would like to support the podcast please visit http://www.patreon.com/handsupfortrad Th…

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Ditch Tradition, Embrace You! Create Your Dream Wedding with a Celebrant in Cornwall 28:20

29d ago28:20

28:20

Send us a Text Message. Dreaming of a wedding ceremony that reflects your unique love story? Forget the stuffy registry office and say "I do" your way with a celebrant-led ceremony in Cornwall! In this episode, we explore the magic of celebrant weddings with Debbie from Brightstar Ceremonies. We'll break down the benefits, discover how to personali…

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KPC 2024 06 02 Podcast 59:07

1M ago59:07

59:07

Our 512th episode, which aired on June 2, 2024, and featured music and conversation with Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen.Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen – Dr. Eels, HomeRachel Davis & Darren McMullen – River & The Road, HomeInterview with Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen, part oneRachel Davis & Darren McMullen – Made to be Played, HomeInterview with Ra…

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111: Slightly Lower Tolerance for Feelings 59:57

1M ago59:57

59:57

John, Alison, and Liz read the 2024 Hugo Award finalists for Best Novel. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: Rape and mur…

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Episode 58 - A Month of Sundays 50:40

1M ago50:40

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Gary pays tribute to all those involved in D Day exactly 80 years ago, and remembers the wonderful voice of the late Rod Paterson, who died last week. Playlist Mike Katz with The Best Englishman, Chase the Train and Mr MacKinnon of Corry from A Month of Sundays Alasdair Gillies with Mrs John MacColl, Tulloch Castle and Dr MacPhail’s Reel from 25 Ye…

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KPC 2024 05 26 Podcast 58:31

1M ago58:31

58:31

Our 511th episode which aired on May 26, 2024.Carlos Sweeney McCartin – The Rolling Wave/The Lark on the Strand/The Banks of Lough Gowna, The One After ItThe Kells – Darcy Farrow, the KellsKeane Connolly McGorman – The Road to the Glen/Toss the Feathers, Keane Connolly McGormanThe Rankin Family – Blue Eyed Suzie, Endless SeasonsMatt & Shannon Heato…

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Episode 57 - Room with a View 56:26

1M ago56:26

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There's plenty of variety this week as Gary dips once more into his extensive collection of piping sounds from around the world. Playlist Old Blind Dogs with Bunker Hill Set from Room With a View Willie Morrison with The Right Honourable Allan J MacEachan, Sandy Thomson of Alva and Ludovic Morrison’s Favourite from Pipers of Distinction Lincoln Hil…

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KPC 2024 05 19 Podcast 58:51

2M ago58:51

58:51

Our 510th episode, which aired on May 19, 2024, and featured our tribute to The Bothy Band.The Bothy Band – The Kesh Jig/Give Us A Drink of Water, 1975The Bothy Band – Fionnghuala, Old Hag You Have Killed MeThe Bothy Band – Patsy Geary’s/Coleman’s Cross, In ConcertThe Bothy Band – The Green Groves of Erin/The Flowers of Red Hill, “An Bothy Band” do…

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110: Tom Hanks Bloody Loves the Moon 59:55

2M ago59:55

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John is a professor, Alison doesn’t have a bucket list, and Liz is the country’s foremost fan historian. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content war…

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Episode 56 - May Miscellany 59:21

2M ago59:21

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Gary brings you an eclectic mix of top drawer music drawn from his collection of all things bagpipe. Playlist The Iron Horse with The Goatherd, The Major’s Maggot, James MacLellan’s Favourite, Duncan the Gauger and The Piper’s Bonnet from Thro’ Water, Earth and Stone St Lawrence O’Toole Pipe Band with Joe Cooley’s Hornpipe, Joe Cooley’s Jig, The Do…

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KPC 2024 05 12 Podcast 59:09

2M ago59:09

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Our 509th episode, which aired on May 12, 2024, and featured part two of our salute to Kevin Burke.Kevin Burke – John O’Connor’s/The Hungry Rock/A Nignt at the Fair, Sligo MadeBothy Band – Farewell to Erin, After HoursKevin Burke – Lord Gordon’s Reel, Up CloseKevin Burke – Bonnie Kate/Jennie’s Chickens, In ConcertKevin Burke – The Butterfly, In Con…

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Guest List & RSVP Nightmares: How to Avoid Them (and Maybe Save Your Sanity) 9:26

2M ago9:26

9:26

Send us a Text Message. Episode 2 of Pasties & Prosecco dives into the nightmares (and potential joys!) of guest lists and RSVPs. Host Francesca, a bride-to-be herself, spills the tea on: The tricky balance of venue capacity and guest numbers (who came first, the chicken or the venue?) Why each guest comes with a hidden price tag (besides the emoti…

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Episode 55 - Remembering Gordon Duncan at 60. 1:08:16

2M ago1:08:16

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Gary celebrates the music and legacy of the late Gordon Duncan, who would have been 60 this week. Playlist Gordon Duncan with Galician Jig, Blow My Chanter and the Famous Baravan from The Circular Breath The Sensational Jimi Shandrix Experience with Pitlochry High School Centenary from Foxie Laddie Scotrail Vale of Atholl. Archie MacKenzie of Dumba…

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KPC 2024 05 05 Podcast 58:46

2M ago58:46

58:46

Our 508th episode, which aired on May 5, 2024, and featured part one of our salute to Kevin Burke.Kevin Burke & Micheal O Dohmnaill – Maudabawn Chapel/The Wild Irishman/The Moher Reel, PortlandBothy Band – The Strayaway Child, Out of the Wind Into the SunInterview with Kevin Burke, part oneKevin Burke, Sharon Shannon & Sean Smyth – The Mason’s Apro…

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The Secret Weapon of Savvy Cornish Brides: Budget Wedding Planning Hacks 9:30

2M ago9:30

9:30

Send us a Text Message. Feeling the budget blues when planning your dream Cornish wedding? Don't fret, Cornish cuties! This episode of Pasties & Prosecco unlocks the secret weapon of savvy Cornish brides: budget wedding planning hacks! Host Francesca, a bride-to-be herself, shares her expert tips and tricks to help you conquer your wedding budget w…

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109: But Also a Worrying One 1:05:03

2M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

John is middle, Alison is even sadder, and Liz is sorry. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: Discussion of access issues …

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Episode 54 - On the Shoulders of Giants 1:05:36

2M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

Join Gary as he takes you on another eclectic piping journey across Scotland and beyond. Playlist Ross Ainslie and Ali Hutton with Wan from Symbiosis 1 John Wilson with 93rd Highlanders at Modder River, Maggie Cameron and Major David Manson from The World’s Greatest Pipers Volume 5 Malin Lewis with Hiraeth from Halocline Shotts and Dykehead Caledon…

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KPC 2024 04 28 Podcast 58:43

2M ago58:43

58:43

Our 507th episode, which aired on April 28, 2024, and featured music and conversation with Ken Perlman.Forrest Oliphant – Cripple Creek (excerpt), online recordingKen Perlman – Rakish Paddy, Devil in the KitchenKen Perlman – Rock Valley Jig/Light & Airy/The Munster Lass, Northern BanjoKen Perlman – Poppy Leaf/Stack Of Barley/East Neuk of Bear River…

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Episode 53 - The Ceilidh King 57:56

2M ago57:56

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Gary pays tribute to the late Fergie MacDonald, the Ceilidh King, who passed away recently. There's more sets from this year's Wheel of Fortune competition, and a brand new award-winning pibroch from Regina's Iain MacDonald. Playlist Fergie MacDonald with Highland Jigs from The Ceilidh King Angus Nicholson with Cearcal a Chuain, Duncan Johnstone, H…

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KPC 2024 04 21 Podcast 58:49

3M ago58:49

58:49

Our 506th episode, which aired on April 21, 2024, and featured music and conversation with Boiled in Lead founder Drew Miller.Boiled in Lead – Tom & Jerry/Nine Points of Roguery, Boiled in LeadBoiled in Lead – Bold Lovell, 40 Years LiveBoiled in Lead – Snow on the Hills/Swedish Jig, OrbBoiled in Lead – I’ll Sing You Sail Away Ladies, 40 Years LiveI…

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108: Ramp is Not Ramp 59:13

3M ago59:13

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John is ignorant, Alison is first, and Liz is a trendsetter. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: COVID (chapter 8). Lette…

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Episode 52 - The Wheel of Fortune 2024 59:01

3M ago59:01

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Gary invites you to a ringside seat to take in this year's Wheel of Fortune contest held at the Danderhall Miners' Club in Midlothian on the 21st of April 2024. This is one of the most exciting and imaginative competitions in the piping calendar, and produced some wonderful music again this year. And you can hear it exclusively here in EYP! Playlis…

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KPC 2024 04 14 Podcast 59:31

3M ago59:31

59:31

Our 505th episode, our annual Halfway to Celtic Colours feature.J.P. Cormier – Shenandoah/The Chorus Jig/The Q, Celtic Colours Live Volume 3Gunning & Cormier – I Never Picked Cotton, Celtic Colours Live Volume 8Beolach – The Hot Lunch Set, Celtic Colours Live Volume 1Ur – The Puirt Set, Celtic Colours Live Volume 4Mairi Rankin & Eric Wright – Jig t…

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Episode 51 - Rock On 1:00:08

3M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Tracks Played Daimh with Ida’s Jig from Diversions St Lawrence O’Toole Pipe Band with the Donegal Lass set from Turas Ceoil – Resume, Live in Glasgow 2018. Alastair Hanning with the Lament for Glencoe, Highland Harry, Thomson’s Dirk from the City of Wellington Highland Pipe Band. Skiltron with Bagpipes of War from The Highland Way Brian Lamond with…

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KPC 2024 04 07 Podcast 58:49

3M ago58:49

58:49

Our 504th episode, which aired on April 7, 2024.Ken Perlman – The Bay of Fundy, Devil in the KitchenBoiled in Lead – Hard Times, 40 Years LiveKeane Connolly McGorman – Love Will You Marry Me/Glengarry’s Dirk, The Boyne Mist, Keane Connolly McGormanJimmy Rankin – No More I'll Go Roving, Moving EastGordon Gunn Band – Fair Dancer Reel/The Mason's Apro…

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107: The Significance of the Acorn 53:17

3M ago53:17

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John, Alison, and Nicholas are live from Levitation! A transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: None Thank you very much to our stunt Liz, Nic…

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Episode 50 - Exploring the Isle of Lewis 1:08:00

3M ago1:08:00

1:08:00

Gary invites you to travel with him to explore some of the people, places and tunes associated with the Isle of Lewis, including a visit to the home and workshop of piper and reed-maker, James Duncan MacKenzie. Tracks The Field Marshall Montgomery Pipe Band with The Ness Pipers Set from Impact – Live at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Pipe Major Iai…

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KPC 2024 03 31 Podcast 58:38

3M ago58:38

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Our 503rd episode, which aired on March 31, 2024.Keane Connolly McGorman – Ted Furey’s/Athnuachán, Keane Connolly McGormanIvan Drever – Song for Yesterday, Concert at KildenJigJam – Appalachian Irishman, Across the PondJigJam – Across the Pond, Across the PondInterview with Jamie McKeogh of JigJam JigJam – Bouli Bouli, Across the PondJigJam – Time …

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Episode 49 - Happy Birthday EYP! 58:40

3M ago58:40

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Gary celebrates the fact that EYP is a year old this week, with another eclectic mix of tunes and styles from the world of bagpipes. Tracks Played Ross Miller with The Candlewood Suites Reel, Restalrig Road and Molly Rankin’s from The Restalrig Reels Stuart Liddell with Gaelic Air and Reels from Inveroran Scottish Power Pipe Band with Michael MacDo…

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KPC 2024 03 24 Podcast 58:32

3M ago58:32

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Our 502nd episode, which aired on March 24, 2024.Reverie Road – The Gap of Dreams, Reverie RoadDUG – Jubilee, single releaseRapalje – Tune for a Found Harmonium, DiamondsCara Dillon & Paul Brady – Streets of Derry, The Transatlantic Sessions 3 Vol. 1NEW TO YOU: Alexis Chartrand & Cedric Dind-Lavoie – Mimeux, Au Chemin 4Doc Rossi – The Fairies Hornp…

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106: Fitter Happier Healthier Eastercon 46:57

4M ago46:57

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John used to be an undergraduate, Alison has been keeping a list, and can Liz be a stunt Liz? A transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: Death…

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Episode 48 - The Duncan Johnstone Memorial Competition 1:01:04

4M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

Gary brings you the winning performances from the B Grade MSR at last weekend's Duncan Johnstone Memorial contest in Glasgow. Tracks Played Ross Connor with Morag Ramsay, Cat Lodge and Little Cascade, EYP Recording Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham with Father John MacMillan of Barra from Five and Twenty Cameron May with the Duke of Roxburgh’s Farewell …

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KPC 2024 03 10 Podcast 58:48

4M ago58:48

58:48

Our 501st episode, which aired on March 10, 2024.Altan – Port Arainn Mhor/Port Kitty Rua Mooney, DonegalAltan – The Barley & The Rye, DonegalSupertrad – Flowers of Michigan/Wing Commander, Blue Sky on WalnutVirginia Kettle & Rolling Folk – Sailing on the Inside, East of ElsewhereOne for the Foxes – Bat in the Cap, Take A Look Around JigJam – Cluck …

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Episode 47 - Accents - Live from the National Piping Centre 58:08

4M ago58:08

58:08

Gary brings you highlights of the 'Accents' concert held at the National Piping Centre on 14th March. Tune in for some wonderful music on highland pipes, smallpipes, border pipes, clarsach, viola, guitar and piano from some of Scotland and Ireland's finest emerging traditional musicians. Thanks to my sponsor, RG Hardie Bagpipes Playlist Sarah Muir …

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105: Scorching Hot Month-Old Takes 51:57

4M ago51:57

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John watches movies, Alison walks on the Moon, and Liz has special bonds. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, check out our subtitles/transcripts, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: Censorship, in the form of more Hug…

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Episode 46 - Ian Green of Greentrax 1:15:12

4M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

Gary celebrates the contribution made to Scotland's music by Ian Green of Greentrax Recordings, who passed away this week, and is joined by Ian's friend, pipe maker, musician and promoter, Hamish Moore, who shares his memories of Ian and also tells us all about an exciting new competition he is organising on the island of Raasay. Playlist Gordon Du…

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KPC 2024 03 03 Podcast 59:16

4M ago59:16

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Our 500th episode, which aired on March 3, 2024, in which we looked back at some special moments from past broadcasts.Planxty – Queen of the Rushes/Paddy Fahy's, Between the Jigs and the Reels: A RetrospectiveThe Elders – Appalachian Paddy, Wanderin’ Life & TimesNuala Kennedy – Wee Whistle Set, recorded live at WITT studio in 2014Nuala Kennedy – Ma…

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Episode 45 - Hints of Spring 1:06:48

4M ago1:06:48

1:06:48

Gary introduces more top drawer music of the bagpipe as he looks ahead to some of the live piping events which can be heard across Scotland in the weeks ahead as we move towards a new season. Tracks Fraser Fifield with The Old Road o Lumphanan from One Great Circle Drums and Pipes and Regimental Band of the Gordon Highlanders with Highland Troop fr…

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KPC 2024 02 18 Podcast 58:38

4M ago58:38

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Our 499th episode, which aired on February 18, 2024, and featured part two of our Alan Doyle focus.Alan Doyle – Back Home on the Island, Back to the Harbour The Navigators – Welcome to the Rock, Covers From AwayShanneyganock – If I Left You Alone With My Heart, Sonny Don’t Go Away: A Tribute to Ron HynesRum Ragged – House, Sonny Don’t Go Away: A Tr…

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104: Groundbreaking and Great 54:23

4M ago54:23

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John, Alison and Liz discuss what SF they enjoyed from 2023. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, check out our subtitles/transcripts, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: None Fanzine The Ancillary Review of Books IDEA …

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Episode 44 - The Far North Retreat 1:14:00

5M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Gary invites you to join him at the Far North Retreat near Tain in the company of fellow instructors Fin Moore, Mike Vass and Liz Doherty, and a host of other musicians who have gathered there this week for tunes, laughs and craic! Tracks Ross Ainslie and Ali Hutton with Mink John D Burgess with the Swallow Tailed Coat set Seudan with Tullochgorm M…

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Episode 43 - Another Day at the Office 1:08:38

5M ago1:08:38

1:08:38

Gary invites you on a tour which takes in the music of Scotland, Ireland, Northumbria, Asturias, Brittany, New Zealand and Cuba. And there's a first chance to hear a brand new bagpipe-infused single from Linlithgow's very own town piper, Ross Miller. The Battlefield Band with The Merry Macs, Dr Iain MacAonghais and Mrs Chisholm’s Delight from Happy…

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