Best Stories From A Scottish Island Podcasts (2024)

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SOS Leith: How one community is raising its voice to clean up their river 18:44

2M ago18:44

18:44

After fears over the safety of local waterways, a group of residents in Leith banded together to make a change. Listen to the story of SOS Leith and how a group of local people are now working to clean up the Waters of Leith. This episode was recorded as part of the Scottish Wildlife Trust’s Nextdoor Nature project, funded by the National Lottery H…

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The Isle of Eigg: how a community bought an island 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

In 1997, the Isle of Eigg was bought by its local community. Listen to the story of how the Isle of Eigg community is managing the space for people and wildlife. This episode was recorded as part of the Scottish Wildlife Trust’s Nextdoor Nature project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Production by Bespoken Media.…

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Sculpting Irish History 10:31

3M ago10:31

10:31

The Kilbaha Gallery on the Loop Head peninsula is a showcase for painting, sketches, sculptures and history. Not only do they focus on Irish artists, it is the home of famous Irish bronze artists James and Seamus Connolly. Hear the story of their foundry, their aftwork and their love of what they do, in this episode of Erin's Isle.…

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Lacemaking and Standing Stones 12:36

4M ago12:36

12:36

Kenmare Lace played a big part in sough County Kerry's history. And the Lace design center in that village is working to educate people about the different types of lacemaking in Ireland, and to keep the art alive. Kenmare is also known for a three thousasnd year old stone circle many say has magic powers. Hear about both in this episode of Erin's …

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"I think we're going to need a bigger shuttle!" 9:31

5M ago9:31

9:31

In the final episode of the space program, will Uncle Jason give himself up? Will Lily fix the space shuttle? And will Lune 1 make it back to earth? Follow for free episodes every week. Subscribe to get the whole series. Upgrade to Fun Kids Podcasts+ to unlock all episodes, listen ad-free, and support Fun Kids! Get a 30 day free trial – tap 'Try Fr…

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"It was probably sabotage" 7:55

5M ago7:55

7:55

Up in the skies, space shuttle Lune 1 is in serious trouble; while back on Earth, the hunt is on for the saboteur… Follow for free episodes every week. Subscribe to get the whole series. Upgrade to Fun Kids Podcasts+ to unlock all episodes, listen ad-free, and support Fun Kids! Get a 30 day free trial – tap 'Try Free' in Apple Podcasts or head to F…

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"We've got a problem." 8:55

5M ago8:55

8:55

It’s finally time for lift off in today’s episode of The Space Programme. Ready? Follow for free episodes every week. Subscribe to get the whole series. Upgrade to Fun Kids Podcasts+ to unlock all episodes, listen ad-free, and support Fun Kids! Get a 30 day free trial – tap 'Try Free' in Apple Podcasts or head to FunKidsLive.com/plus Credits Writte…

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"I'm not going on the shuttle." 9:14

5M ago9:14

9:14

Space Programme winner Jazmine has told the world’s press that she’s not going into space... has she grounded the space program for good? Follow for free episodes every week. Subscribe to get the whole series. Upgrade to Fun Kids Podcasts+ to unlock all episodes, listen ad-free, and support Fun Kids! Get a 30 day free trial – tap 'Try Free' in Appl…

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"You're our big winner!" 9:26

6M ago9:26

9:26

Jazmine has been announced as the lucky winner of the space program… but she’s not exactly happy about it. Follow for free episodes every week. Subscribe to get the whole series. Upgrade to Fun Kids Podcasts+ to unlock all episodes, listen ad-free, and support Fun Kids! Get a 30 day free trial – tap 'Try Free' in Apple Podcasts or head to FunKidsLi…

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Dursey Island Cable Car 10:16

6M ago10:16

10:16

The Dursey Island Cable Car travels a short distance from the tip of the Beara Peninsula to the island and back. And it is a lifeline for those who live and work on the island. And it is an adventure for those visiting. Take a ride on the Dursey Island Cable Car in this edition of Erin's Isle.By Erin Meehan Breen

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"I'm not helping to promote your space rocket nonsense" 8:25

7M ago8:25

8:25

By Fun Kids

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"I don't agree with what they've done" 8:52

7M ago8:52

8:52

By Fun Kids

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MacGregor's Bar 10:19

7M ago10:19

10:19

Experience a truly Scottish find. MacGregor's Bar in Inverness is the real deal. It celebrates Scotland through food, libations, atmosphere and music. Owner Bruce MacGregor, is also a member of a famed Scottish band, Blazing Fiddles. But his bar is about keeping Scottish music alive with all other bands in the area. Hear the magic for yourself in t…

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"This could turn the whole island against this project" 8:32

8M ago8:32

8:32

By Fun Kids

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"...I think someone's coming" 8:33

8M ago8:33

8:33

By Fun Kids

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"Going through to the next round are..." 7:43

8M ago7:43

7:43

By Fun Kids

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"Don't let them open the gates!" 8:26

8M ago8:26

8:26

By Fun Kids

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"Who put this fence here?" 8:23

8M ago8:23

8:23

By Fun Kids

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The Books and Bells of Inverness 11:26

9M ago11:26

11:26

Inverness is home to the largest second hand book store in Scotland. You'll hear all about what you can find there and the man who is behind that bookseller's business in this episode of Erin's Isle. Plus you'll meet one of the change ringers at St. Andrews Cathedral. She stumbled into it and says it's changed her life. All that and more in this ep…

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"This whole island's a conservation area" 8:45

9M ago8:45

8:45

By Fun Kids

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"What's this about a competition?" 8:26

9M ago8:26

8:26

Tech entrepreneurs Daniel and Claudia Rice have announced they want to set up a space program on the Isle of Lune, and that a kid from the island will be on the maiden flight... but what do Daniel and Claudia’s own kids think? Follow for free episodes every week. Subscribe to get the whole series. Upgrade to Fun Kids Podcasts+ to unlock all episode…

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A Scottish Kiltmaker 11:14

9M ago11:14

11:14

Inverness is a city in the north of Scotland, steeped in tradition from music to food to attire. It's one of those places where kilts are not just worn for the tourists...but for everyday wear. And in a little shop called Chisolm's Highland Dress you'll find tradition wrapped in tarten and adorned with a sporran. Heather has been making kilts there…

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Water Buffalo in Ireland? 9:04

10M ago9:04

9:04

Ireland is known for its dairy products, but Johnn Lynch in Macroom, west of Cork City, is putting dairy in the spotlight himself with water buffalo. That's right, he has established a substantial water buffalo industry. And his Water Buffalo Mozerella and other products are becomeing a national hit.…

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Mythical Ireland 13:26

12M ago13:26

13:26

Newgrange is a passage tomb located in Ireland's Ancient East. It is one of many monuments there. But what was it actually used for? Anthony Murphy has studied and written extensively about Ireland's Ancient East. From the henges to the tombs and from the dolmens to the standing stones, he has written 7 books about them. Hear his views in this epis…

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Knitting with a Pro 12:08

1y ago12:08

12:08

Ireland is a land of wool. And in this episode of Erin's Isle, visit O'Maille's on High Street in Galway to see the variety of stitches, patterns, and wools the Irish are known for. Anne O'Maille has been knitting for 7 decades and is always happy share secrets with her customers.By Erin Meehan Breen

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The Magical Blend of UCD's Scholars Choir 10:42

1y ago10:42

10:42

UCD's Scholars Choir has been an award-winning internet-famous, crowd-pleasing act for years. It began 23 years ago with Artistic Director Desmond Earley and continues with him in charge. But even with a guest director the group is unbelievable. These singers are mostly scholars in other disciplines across the UCD campus. Only a handful are music m…

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Ireland's first gin school 10:07

1+ y ago10:07

10:07

While Ireland brings visions of whiskey and Guinness to mind, Listoke, north of Dublin has opened Ireland's first all gin distillery and giin school. You can learn all about the business and all about distilling your own, in a 3 hour session at the school. They provide the botanicals and the stills, the rules and the recipes. You go home with an ed…

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Michael Kelly in Reno 8:59

1+ y ago8:59

8:59

Michael Kelly is a fiddler who can play anything from rock and roll to bluegrass to jazz. But these days he focuses in on the musice that is in his heart; Irish Music. And while in Reno recently he enchanted the crowd with drinking songs, ballads and instrumental that make you dream of the Emerald Isle. Hear his story and his music on this episode …

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Butter, Bells & Burros 12:53

1+ y ago12:53

12:53

When you visit the city of Cork, don't miss the hidden gems: the butter, the bells and burros. That's right there is a museum there dedicted to butter, you can ring the Shandon bells if you are willing to climb the tower, and not far from Cork the Donkey Sanctuary houses and cares for hundreds of donkeys turned out on their own when agriculture in …

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Jameson Casks 11:01

1+ y ago11:01

11:01

Meet the coooper master for Jameson Whiskey and hear how he views his all-important job, how important the casks are to Jameson and how he drinks his whiskey...on Erin's Isle.By Erin's Isle

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Bog Bodies 11:24

1+ y ago11:24

11:24

The bodies of men who lived in the Iron Age have been pulled from the bogs in Ireland and are on display at the National Museum in Ireland. Hear the stories of how they came to be there, what happened to them and what we can all learn from such old bodies in this edition of Erin's Isle.By Erin Meehan Breen

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The Sweeter side of Connemara Burren 11:20

1+ y ago11:20

11:20

Connemara is known for it's rustic landscapes. So you may not realize it is also home to a few refined businesses. Like a chocolate factory and a perfumery. Hear all about both businesses and the adventure getting there in Episode #304 of Erin's Isle.By Erin Meehan Breen

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HollyTree Harps 11:20

1+ y ago11:20

11:20

Sean Smyth is one of about a dozen Irish harpmakers and his instruments are in demand. He makes each one to order from his workshop in the back of HollyTree Cottage not far from the Village of Naul. Hear what he puts into his harps and what harpis Fiona Gryson gets out of them, on Erin's Isle.By Erin Meehan Breen

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Voices of the Boyne 12:19

2y ago12:19

12:19

How did 100 women from all walks of life become a community voice in Drogheda? They got together to sing and found friendship, escapism, friendship and harmony with life. Hear how a passtime the all love became the basis for a community service group, as they raise money for charities with their concerts.…

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Say it in Gaelic: Gaeltachts 10:27

2y ago10:27

10:27

Gaeltachts are Irish communities where Irish is designated as the primary language. Anyone can drop in, and, yest they will explain things in English if you can't understand them. But it's a way of encouraging the native language and keeping it alive. Donegal is a great Gaeltacht. Not only do you hear Irish all around you, you can see the Irish in …

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Ep #201 8:58

2y ago8:58

8:58

Just because you aren't in Ireland doesn't mean you can't celebrate with traditional music. Chances are there's a session in your own town. You just have to look for it. This is one I found in Reno, NevadaBy Erin Meehan Breen

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Galway Cathedral's Worldwide Connection 11:01

2y ago11:01

11:01

How the Galway Cathedral shows the resilience of the Irish Spirit.By Erin Meehan Breen

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8. The Arctic Tern 41:21

2+ y ago41:21

41:21

1963 - Skye and Quinn finally arrive on Hirta to find their home empty and forgotten. 1930 - The islanders are faced with a final decision; for their community to survive, they must leave Hirta for good. Sloane oversees the evacuation with the help of an old friend. Skye contemplates what future waits on the mainland. And Evie writes her final lett…

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7. The First of the Last 41:19

2+ y ago41:19

41:19

1914 - Eleven years have passed on Hirta. Evie tries to rein in her daughter, Skye, as the island mourns a difficult loss. Carey and Ms Cameron both pack up for the mainland. And as Evie and Quinn continue to write their letters, the rumble of war looms over them both. 1963 - Skye and Quinn make the final crossing to St Kilda. Featuring: Kirsty Fin…

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6. Changing Tides 32:41

3y ago32:41

32:41

1902 - A steam boat arrives on Hirta with a new kind of cargo for the island; tourists. Fiadh and Ms Cameron come head to head. Sloane misfires on preparations for the wedding. And Evie comes to terms with her choice. 1964 - Quinn takes stock on Harris. The final stop before St Kilda. Featuring: Kirsty Findlay as Evie Mccormick Sebastian Lim-Seet a…

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5. Building a Nest 35:06

3y ago35:06

35:06

1901 - Time has passed on Hirta as Evie returns to full health. John McKenzie returns to the island to herald the death of Queen Victoria. Sloane makes Evie an offer and Quinn reaches Chicago. 1963 - Quinn arrives on Skye, edging closer to St Kilda. Featuring: Kirsty Findlay as Evie Mccormick Sebastian Lim-Seet and David Hayman as Quinn Whyte Blyth…

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4. Picking Up The Thread 29:17

3y ago29:17

29:17

1899 - Quinn finally crosses the Atlantic and finds himself in the company of some unlikely companions. Fiadh and Evie begin to process Arlo’s accident. Ms Cameron prepares Hirta for the arrival of a new inhabitant. 1963 - Quinn’s crossing to Harris continues. Featuring: Kirsty Findlay as Evie Mccormick Sebastian Lim-Seet and David Hayman as Quinn …

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3. Tethered 28:51

3y ago28:51

28:51

1898 - Ms Cameron oversees the construction of new cottages on the island. Fiadh distances herself. Arlo grapples with his lack of responsibility on Hirta. And Evie receives a letter. 1963 - Old Quinn reaches Skye. Featuring: Kirsty Findlay as Evie Mccormick Sebastian Lim-Seet and David Hayman as Quinn Whyte Blythe Duff as Fiadh Mccormick Kate Dick…

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2. The January Man 33:28

3y ago33:28

33:28

1897 - The end of the year approaches as the island prepares for Hogmanay celebrations and the arrival of John McKenzie, 'The January Man'. Fiadh questions Ms Cameron’s plans for Hirta and Quinn has a decision to make. 1963 - Boarding a ferry to Skye, Quinn continues his journey home. Featuring: Kirsty Findlay as Evie Mccormick Sebastian Lim-Seet a…

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1. A New Arrival 35:43

3y ago35:43

35:43

1963 - An islander makes his way home after a lifetime across the sea. 1897 - Evie and Quinn prepare for the arrival of a new schoolmistress on Hirta and find a feathered friend in the process. Ms Cameron makes her presence felt in parliament. Carey braces the island for change. Quinn considers his and Evie’s place on Hirta. Featuring: Kirsty Findl…

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COMING SOON - Atlantic: A Scottish Story 1:52

3y ago1:52

1:52

St Kilda now lies deserted, but it was once home to one of the hardiest and most remarkable communities anywhere in the world. For hundreds of years, islanders endured extraordinary conditions and built a unique society. That was until the 29th August 1930, when the entire island boarded a ship and left. Forever. This series tells that story, throu…

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"Did you mess that up on purpose?" 8:05

4y ago8:05

8:05

As the VR shuttle simulation goes from bad to worse, news breaks that Daniel and Claudia lied about the weight of the ferry cargo. It’s not looking good for the Space Programme… Follow for free episodes every week. Subscribe to get the whole series. Upgrade to Fun Kids Podcasts+ to unlock all episodes, listen ad-free, and support Fun Kids! Get a 30…

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"You're cleared for take-off" 8:33

4y ago8:33

8:33

By Fun Kids

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Ballyfin 20:17

4y ago20:17

20:17

Ballyfin is a luxury country house in County Laios, not far from Dublin, Ireland. It is was build in the 1800's and has been a popular getaway for the rich and famous from around the world. In 2018 they held a special dinner and invited Chef Patrick O'Connell from Little Washington Virginia to help. It was grand dinner indeed. Tour the home and the…