Best George Shiels Podcasts (2024)

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The Clearance 16:11

1+ y ago16:11

16:11

In this poignant and moving final episode we’re joined by leading historian, Professor Sir Tom Devine, to learn about the history of the clearances and how Inverlael was cleared of its people. We follow sheriff’s officer Hugh Ross as he goes from house to house serving notice for the residents to leave their home in Balblair for good. In this serie…

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George Steuart MacKenzie 16:11

1+ y ago16:11

16:11

One of Scotland’s most popular actors, David Hayman, brings the character of George Steuart Mackenzie of Coul vividly back to life in this compelling performance as the landlord responsible for the Inverlael clearances. Not a hero but is he a villain, he says not but you decide. In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum…

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Illicit whisky 16:11

1+ y ago16:11

16:11

In this episode we join Grizzel up in the shieling where she’s busy making illicit whisky. While we learn about the importance of whisky to Highland culture, Grizzel learns about just how potent homebrew can be. A funny, engaging and delightful delve into history! In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologist…

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Reverend Thomas Ross 16:11

1+ y ago16:11

16:11

It's 1819 and Reverend Ross from Clachan Church is a conflicted man, torn between what he sees as his duty to God and the knowledge that in the morning his parishioners will be cleared from the lands of Inverlael. Dark, brooding and thought provoking, Minister Ross makes his case for his history to be re-written. In this series of drama-documentari…

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Anna Fraser 16:11

2y ago16:11

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In this episode we revisit the late 16th century and the marriage day of a young, innocent 14 year old girl, Anna Fraser, to a man twice her age. She’s a political pawn in the ongoing battle to secure the future of Inverlael. A powerful and haunting story. In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologists and hi…

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Linn nan Creach 16:11

2y ago16:11

16:11

In this episode we head for the 1570s. There’s a violent and vicious feud going on between the Munro and Mackenzie clans, and Archie Munro is called to arms. In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and stories of Balblair and Inverlael back to life. 8 sn…

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The Shielings 16:11

2y ago16:11

16:11

In this episode we head for the hills, high above Loch Broom, to the shieling where a young woman composes a love poem instead of herding the cattle! In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and stories of Balblair and Inverlael back to life. 8 snapshots,…

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Lady Fowler 16:11

2y ago16:11

16:11

In this first episode we head for 1913 to meet Lady Fowler and learn how this popular and colourful character helped unearth evidence that Inverlael was a significant gathering place right back into Neolithic times. In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the peopl…

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Lost Inverlael: A' Lorg Baile Bhlàir 0:54

2y ago0:54

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Coming in January 2023... Balblair is a lost township. Tucked away in the trees, just a stone’s throw from the road between Ullapool and Inverness at Inverlael, centuries of history lie buried and forgotten. In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and st…

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What is in a gift 20:46

2y ago20:46

20:46

This week George keeps encourages new blood into the paranormal world, also reflects on certain spiritual gifts some may have, and how this can effect the team members and others.

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Where do we got to from here 17:16

2+ y ago17:16

17:16

This show George talks about some early concerns that he had, and whether to carry on or not, and the help, advice a friendly team offered.

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One Balmy Night 33:23

2+ y ago33:23

33:23

I recall and take another look at one of our paranormal investigation's, but this one had some surprises for the Core NZ team.

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Importance of vigils 27:32

2+ y ago27:32

27:32

This week I want to find out what importance you place on preforming vigils, while on paranormal investigations.

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A close call 22:07

2+ y ago22:07

22:07

This is a look at one of our earlier paranormal investigations, and the surprises it had in store for the core NZ team and our clients, it still affects all of those how were present, even to this day.

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What are you looking for 19:41

2+ y ago19:41

19:41

A discussion about individual views on the paranormal and what they expect to see or personally get out of it.

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Investigative Attitude 24:04

3y ago24:04

24:04

Sorry this this is not what I had planed for this weeks show, so I talk about some of the attitudes that seem to be present in modern investigating

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The Grassroots Of Paranormal Investigating 21:25

3+ y ago21:25

21:25

A look at some of the innovations that some practice to enhance there paranormal experiences

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That Paranormal Hangover 23:15

3+ y ago23:15

23:15

This weeks show is about some of the powerful effects that some investigators feel for days after

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Where Are You Now 20:15

3+ y ago20:15

20:15

A look at: Do you think the modern way life has impacted paranormal investigating for the better or for the worst

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The Hard Yards 25:48

3+ y ago25:48

25:48

A look at some of the trials and situations that can crop up even after all your check list boxes are all ticked, also my view of the responsibilities of a team leader