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Love Scotland is a podcast series from the National Trust for Scotland. Hosted by TV star, expert broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland president Jackie Bird, Love Scotland features big names, experts and enthusiasts from all walks of life. Each episode delves deep into the detail of Scotland’s history, its wildlife and its landscapes. This season, listen out for episodes on Mary Queen of Scots, Robert the Bruce and a dive into the world of the Georgian Tea Room.
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Renaissance England was a bustling and exciting place...new religion! break with rome! wars with Scotland! And France! And Spain! The birth of the modern world! In this twice-monthly podcast I'll explore one aspect of life in 16th century England that will give you a deeper understanding of this most exciting time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories of Scotland is an award-winning Scottish history podcast. Join hosts Jenny and Annie as they unravel the rich tapestry of Scotland’s culture, nature and heritage. Prepared to climb into caves, cairns and chaos, Jenny and Annie travel around Scotland and investigate how stories of the past can help us make sense of modern life. Stories of Scotland celebrates Scottish history through traditional storytelling, archival research, museum objects and wandering in nature. It is recorded in ...
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What is 'British-ness'? This podcast explores all aspects of British culture from the perspective of an Englishman previously based in China and Turkey. Perhaps you know Thomas Felix Creighton already from Instagram's @FlemingNeverDies centered on Ian Fleming's classic creation, James Bond, 007. Here, we can see a wider background of where our British hero sits. You can also check out the video channel: www.youtube.com/britishculture
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Wild for Scotland is an immersive travel podcast with stories from Scotland. Hosted by award-winning travel blogger Kathi Kamleitner (WatchMeSee.com), it's a show for Scotland-lovers around the world. The show enables you to lean back and travel to Scotland. It allows you to connect with the country through stories, indulge in a little bit of escapism, dream up future trips and learn something new. Episodes feature immersive travel stories, practical travel tips, and conversations with local ...
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History of Scotland Podcast

History of Scotland Podcast

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Welcome to the History of Scotland Podcast. We tell the in-depth chronological story of the proud nation of Scotland, from the Bronze Age, to the Invasion of the Romans, then the Rise of the Kingdom of Picts, to the formation of the Kingdom of Alba, The transformation from Alba to Scotland, the defiance of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, the control of the Stuarts and the union of the crowns, then finally learning about a country no longer independent that leads up to the modern age. S ...
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Echoes of History

History Hit & Assassin's Creed

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Dive into the real-life history that inspires the locations, characters, and storylines of the legendary world of Assassin’s Creed. ‘Echoes of History’, a Ubisoft podcast brought to you by History Hit, is the place where listeners can explore the narrow side streets of Medici-ruled Florence, cross sand dunes in the shadow of ancient pyramids, climb the rigging of 18th century brigs sailing across the Caribbean and meet the most powerful warlords in Feudal Japan, all before stepping ‘into the ...
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Pax Britannica is a narrative history podcast covering the empire upon which the sun never set. Shortlisted for the 2023 Independent Podcast Awards, Pax Britannica follows the events which created an empire that dominated the globe. Hosted by Dr Samuel Hume, a historian of British Imperial history, Pax Britannica aims to explain the rise and eventual fall of the largest empire in history. After all, how peaceful was the 'British Peace'?
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History Defeats Itself

Kevin Rosenquist, John Banks, and Greg Mitchell

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Kevin, John, and Greg discuss events and people that exemplify how humans never really learn from their history. The show is part history podcast, part society and culture podcast, and all comedy podcast. Sometimes clever, sometimes sophomoric, but always entertaining, the boys are here to put a smile on your face.
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The US Naval History Podcast features the highlights of our naval history, from John Paul Jones' raids on Scotland to the navy's finest hours in WWII, and beyond to the Cold War and world today. Support the show, get transcripts, and more: usnavalhistory.com
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LifeStory

The Living Memory Association

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Ordinary people who lived through extraordinary times tell their stories to The Living Memory Association. Stories from the 20th century of childhood, schooldays, work, play, courtship. Tales of joy and hardship from Edinburgh, Leith, Scotland and beyond.
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Extremis Publishing is an independent publishing house based in Scotland, specialising in arts, media and culture non-fiction. Join us as we chat with our authors, talk about new books, and discuss all things writing. (Some episodes may contain adult language.)
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The Quest Express podcast is for people who love travel, history, innovation, learning, artists & entrepreneurs. We feature one guest each week, one city every six weeks, and some bonus guests in between. Past episodes: Venice, Italy; New Orleans, Louisiana; Edinburgh, Scotland; Jerusalem, Israel. CURRENT SERIES: Aspen, Colorado. NEXT UP: Expat Mini-Series
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Kids Talk Church History

Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals, Inc.

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Kids Talk Church History is a one-of-a-kind podcast where kids investigate the history of the Church. Over two thousand years ago, Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell will not prevail against it.” How has Jesus built and preserved His Church against all odds? Come with us on a trip through history to find the answer on Kids Talk Church History—a podcast in partnership with the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals.
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Murder Scotland

Allan Nicol, Julie Lamont

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Murder Scotland is a series of podcasts about murders and murderers with a Scottish connection. The podcast is hosted by writer AM Nicol and true crime fan Julie Lamont.This first series looks at the 1968 - 1969 "Bible John" murders that occurred in Glasgow and some of the mystery around them. Was "Bible John" one of the four Serial killers living in Glasgow in the 1960s or was Bible John a serial killer at all?
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Scotland’s history is full of spooky stories, ghoulish goings-on and magical mysteries. Join Highlander husband-and-wife team, Kieran and Eilidh, as they dive into the myths and legends of their homeland once a week. If you love learning about history, like settling in to listen to a good story, or just enjoy getting a little spooked, then this is the podcast for you.
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Welcome to The Unplayable Podcast, where we'll be talking all things cricket across Australia and around the world, brought to you by cricket.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Embark on a thrilling adventure with HHE Podcast, a show that takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the hidden corners of world history! Co-hosts Ryan Weir and Peter Goddard spin the wheel of history in each episode, combining a random mix of place, time, and topic to serve up a captivating blend of humour, trivia, and fascinating tales. Join us as we uncover compelling stories and prove that History Happened Everywhere!
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Wind Machine Podcast

Danie Tregonning & Mark Perkins

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Wind Machine Podcast's hosts provide commentary and critique of Eurovision songs from 1970 to the present. Incorporating a mix of pop-culture, music, history, geography and politics.
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I created my podcast to give a voice to all the influential women in history books that never get a side of the story. Here you can learn about the lives of some of history’s greatest women. Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/ayden-fitzgerald/subscribe
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Historically High

Historically High

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A dive into historical topics from an elevated perspective. New episodes will be out every Wednesday. Find us on our socials:@Historicallyhi on Twitter @historicallyhighpod on Instagram. Don't forget to like, rate, subscribe, and let your friends know what they are missing.
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Discover the confessions, torture, and diabolical schemes that caused 3,000 to 4,000 accused witches to be murdered or executed in Scotland. True crime meets supernatural investigations in this hard-hitting historical podcast. Co-hosted by Ru, our resident Witch and spellmaker extraordinaire, and Rebekah, our audio enchantress and history aficionado.
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The UK Travel Planning Podcast is full of practical tips and advice to help you plan your dream trip to the UK whether you are visiting England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. Travel expert Tracy Collins shares years of knowledge and experience of travelling to, and around, the UK to help you plan your UK itinerary. Listen to special guest interviews full of travel inspiration and practical tips for popular and off the beaten path destinations. Learn more about the best ways to travel ...
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Witches didn't exist, and yet thousands of people were executed for the crime of witchcraft. Why? The belief in magic and witchcraft has existed in every recorded human culture; this podcast looks at how people explained the inexplicable, turned random acts of nature into conscious acts of mortal or supernatural beings, and how desperate communities took revenge against the suspected perpetrators.
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This is the official Podcast from Celtic Football Club. It's the only Celtic podcast where you will hear exclusive content from inside the changing room. Each week, the podcast will bring you all the latest news, comments and interviews from inside Celtic Park and bring the players closer to you than ever before. Subscribe to our channel wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you don't miss an episode, and get in touch as we want to hear your views and opinions.
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At The Turn - Golf Podcast

Joe Simons & Nick Heidelberger

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Looking for a hardcore PGA Tour breakdown, or ways to improve your swing, well friend, then you’re in the wrong place. This is a conversation podcast about bogey golfers by bogey golfers. Broadcaster Joe Simons and GolfLink Editor Nick Heidelberger cover everything outside the ropes. Welcome to Patrick Reed’s least favorite golf podcast: At The Turn.
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A podcast about Scotland for people of Scottish heritage in Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and everywhere else we've ended up. We speak with top-notch journalists, best-selling authors, podcasters and distinguished academics about everything from Wallace and whisky to Irn-Bru and independence. Join us as we discover Scotland's past, present and future.
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TalkinGolf

TalkinGolf Productions

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The podcast network for serious golfers. TalkinGolf launched as an online audio show way back before podcasts (or even the iPhone) were a thing. We've been on an extended break since 2012 but now we're back and creating new and interesting content each week as well as a sprinkling of some of the best stuff from the archives.
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Adventure Shetland provides guided tours, walks and hikes around Shetland - a group of islands north of Scotland and west of Norway. On this podcast, I tell stories from Shetland history and folklore, give travel advice for the islands, talk about archaeology, retell Viking sagas, and give an introduction to my homeland for those who may not be familiar with this northern archipelago.
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Hello everyone and welcome to the History of Scotland, Episode 60. In this episode, we'll explore the distinct lifestyles of different social groups during this fascinating period. From the noble lords who ruled the land, to the clans that formed the backbone of Scottish society, to the bustling life of merchants, knights, and common folks, each gr…
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Reaching the moon is arguably humanity's greatest accomplishment. When Kennedy promised we would reach the moon by the end of the decade, it sounded like a big commitment considering we had only just got a man into orbit some 3 days earlier. NASA used programs Mercury and Gemini to build towards the Apollo Program. The promise would be fulfilled in…
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Ayr United manager reflects on missing out on seeing his idol and playing with Scots golf stars. This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox. You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange epi…
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Berengaria of Castile spent much of her life as a political pawn with a throne just in her grasp, only to have it taken away from her time and time again because of her gender. Despite all that, she became an amazing politician who actively contributed to her kingdom's future, whether she was on the throne or not. In her time, she tried to find a b…
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This is the Official Celtic FC Podcast and on this episode, Matthew Campbell is joined by songwriter and music producer John McLaughlin, aka Johnny Mac. John speaks about his incredible career in the music industry which has seen him write three chart topping hits as well as a number of top 10 entries and he shares his memories of working with mass…
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In episode 111 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy Collins welcomes friend and fellow podcaster Amanda Kendle from the Thoughtful Travel Podcast. Amanda shares her recent UK trip and reflects on how being a thoughtful traveller enhanced her experiences before, during, and after her journey. From attending a wedding in the picturesque Lake Dist…
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You ever feel like your golf game in a slump and you can't figure out a way to pull yourself out of it? Well, you're in luck! Nick spoke with a pro about that very subject and imparts his newfound wisdom on all of us. Then, Lydia Ko grabs gold in Paris and gets into the LPGA Hall of Fame. Finally, Matt Kuchar finds a new and insane way to make a fo…
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Battle of Mogadishu was a battle between U.S. forces and Somali militia fighters in Mogadishu, Somalia, on October 3–4, 1993. It marked the end of a U.S.-led military intervention in Somalia, which had begun in 1992. Travel to Germany with me here Check out our sister podcast the Mystery of Everything Coffee Collab With The Lore Lodge COFFEE Bonus …
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CW: This episode contains frank discussions of murder, torture, and sexual assault of both adults and children, primarily in the context of anti-semitic pogroms against Jewish people. Please proceed carefully through the episode or skip it entirely if any of these things may be difficult for you to hear. Justin picks up where Jeremy left off to cov…
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In this episode of Kids Talk Church History, we wrap up our fourteen-episode look at the Reformation, a momentous time that changed the history of the Church. As they did for the early Church and the Middle Ages, most of our hosts get together in this episode to discuss what they have learned and discovered about the period known as the Reformation…
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An enduring symbol of ancient Greek artistry and architecture. Arguably the most recognisable monument they left behind. The Parthenon. Built atop the Acropolis in Athens during the 5th century BCE, its construction was completed just before the start of the Peloponnesian War. Today, its ruined marble pillars are printed on postcards the world over…
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If you want to jump straight to the chat with Charlie Wakim, head to 3:15. In the interview, Wakim talks about his fortuitous start to last summer, what clicked on his way to a career-best year, Tasmania's recruits and plenty more. He even gives a little insight into his rarely-seen offies! Before that, Josh Schonafinger talks through the squad cha…
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In this episode, we get to grips with the latest Sustainable Farming Incentive – and what it means for your farm business. Scottish growers face heavy losses after virus-hit potato crops are destroyed in an effort to protect high-health status seed production. Could more winter linseed be grown as an alternative break crop? We've a harvest update a…
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Send us a Text Message. ASPEN: Today The Quest Express continues with Barclay Dodge, Owner of Michelin-Star Restaurant BOSQ, reveals what it really takes to capture a Michelin Star. What's on the menu for Barclay's Last Supper and how he manages his rock star team. Make reservations at BOSQ, contact: molly@bosqaspen.com Part I of the interview HERE…
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Let's talk about Tudor and Elizabethan exploration! From the nascent beginnings of exploration, even dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries, to the failed Roanoke colonies, let's dive into Tudor and Elizabethan explorers. Remember: Tudorcon Online tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline Check out Armour and Castings at https://tud…
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This is the Official Celtic FC Podcast and this is the first episode of 'My Celtic Story', the series where Celtic supporters from all walks of life and all around the world share their stories from their lives supporting Celtic. On this episode, Matthew Campbell is joined by Hugh Phillips, a former Celtic FC stadium tour guide and a lifelong Celti…
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As the Edinburgh Festival Fringe gets into full swing, Jackie Bird takes a walk from Gladstone’s Land along the Royal Mile to discover the dark side of this city centre street. Guiding Jackie through the murky past is Eric Melvin, veteran tour guide and author of A Walk Down Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. Expect tales of body-snatching, the exploits of De…
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Send us a Text Message. ASPEN: Barclay Dodge has traveled the world and honed his craft for the last 35 years working in great kitchens, under amazing chefs. In 2010, he returned to his Aspen roots to focus on his restaurant and create a family of two girls, Lennon & Mia along with his wife Molly. Make reservations at BOSQ, contact: molly@bosqaspen…
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The Political Brilliance of Louise of Savoy Join Katy & Nathan as they revisit an intriguing episode from the Patreon feed, diving deep into the life of Louise of Savoy. Louise was a total 16th-century boss in France, playing political chess while her son, King Francis I, was off being king. Today we're talking about her early life, her power move …
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Back in good ol 1803 a little transaction occurred that saw the newly christened United States of America doubled in size, adding a chunk of land stretching from the west bank of the Mississippi River and covering 15 current states in the USA. Effectively this meant the U.S. territory stretched about 2/3 across the continent. Now land transfers hav…
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As the future Scotland manager watched the three-time Open champion on television, he felt a share of the joy that Ballesteros beamed out to the world This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox. You’ll get topical columns from leading players and jour…
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This is the Official Celtic FC Podcast and on this episode, Team GB Taekwondo athlete, Rebecca McGowan, chats to Paul Cuddihy about her preparations ahead of this year’s Olympic Games, her gold medal ambitions and her love of Celtic. Rebecca is set to compete in the heavyweight category of the women’s Taekwondo at the Olympics, with her first conte…
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In episode 110 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with Leanne McHarg, from New South Wales, Australia, to share an in-depth trip report of her family’s recent adventure to the UK. Leanne provides a detailed account of their three-week journey, which included stops in Zurich, Paris, London, Edinburgh, and Dublin. She discusses their trav…
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Scottie's late charge gets him the gold medal, Tommy hangs on for silver, Hideki makes the podium and Rahm and Rory choke. What a weekend of Olympic Golf! The fellas break down the sensational Sunday in France and look ahead to the Women's competition. After that, a special guest joins show to break the highs and lows of volunteering for the LPGA a…
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How far north can you go in Scotland? In today's episode, I'm sharing with you a bonus story that I produced for my Patreon community, the Wild for Scotland Social Club, back in season 1! 'The Art of Nature' is a short story about my first trip to Unst, the northernmost island in Shetland (and thereby in Scotland as well as the entire UK). We're vi…
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Over the course of history there have been many different attempts upon the lives of major figures. If they had succeeded the world as we know it would likely change. Hitler, is one of those people Travel to Germany with me here Check out our sister podcast the Mystery of Everything Coffee Collab With The Lore Lodge COFFEE Bonus episodes as well as…
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A tradition that endured millennia. The ancient Olympic Games began in 776 BC and took place every four years until at least 396 AD. It was a major religious and sporting festival, attended by over 40,000 spectators who flocked to watch athletes compete in sports like wrestling, chariot racing and athletics. Matt Lewis is joined by Dr Nigel Spivey …
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Send us a Text Message. ASPEN: Part II of our conversation with Pitkin County Commissioner, Greg Poschman. Paris, Hollywood, and the spirit that buoyed Aspen during the pandemic. To read Greg's bio or listen to Part I, CLICK HERE Inside this episode: Working with Sting in Paris The road to the Emmys How filming documentaries became public service T…
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The chat with SA quick Jordan Buckingham begins at 5:35. Buckingham joins the Unplayable Podcast to look back at his highly-successful summer, edging closer to the Australian team and his unique middle name. Plus plenty more! Before that, Josh Schonafinger goes through the ins and outs for the Redbacks, err, South Australia Men, and what else has b…
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In this episode, the government pledges a new deal for farmers to boost confidence across the industry. We look at what the promise might mean – and what it might deliver. Lottery money for landscapes – farmers could be among the winners from a £150m heritage fund to revitalise wildlife habitats and the environment. Industry leaders highlight the i…
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Hello Nutmeg listener, Starting next week, Monday, August 5, we are launching a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox: original thinking and high-quality audio at least twice a week. On this feed, you’ll hear a new weekly show called My Sporting Hero – footballers telling…
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Whether you’re out every week hitting the links, or consider golf a good walk spoiled, the sport is undeniably a key ingredient in Scotland’s social tapestry. At Kingarrock Hickory Golf Course, the only remaining course of its kind in the UK, Jackie meets Dave Allan, visitor services assistant at the Hill of Tarvit venue. She also meets Hannah Flem…
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This is the Official Celtic FC Podcast and on this first episode of the 2024/25 season, Matt Campbell is joined by Lewis Laird, Daylin Docherty and Paul Cuddihy as the guys build up to Flag Day and the season ahead. We also have an exclusive interview from the Celts’ pre-season trip to the USA as Gerry McCulloch chats to Cameron Carter-Vickers and …
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Mary of Teck (or Queen Mary, as many would have known her) was the consort of George V, and the first proper Windsor consort. Together with George, she helped set a model for the modern monarchy, facing a remarkable succession of crises (including two world wars). It was quite the story to get there as well, with a disrupted childhood, a royal trag…
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Send us a Text Message. ASPEN: Today we speak with Emmy-award winning Greg Poschman whose parents owned a ski lodge called The Edelweiss, and is currently serving Aspen as Pitkin County Commissioner. Going back to WWII we learn about his origin story, how his parents settled in Aspen and his path from engineering to producer, director & cameraman. …
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Author Neil Hallam makes a welcome return to talk about his Robin Hood 500 Route. Since the release of his official guidebook, Neil has taken part in some remarkable adventures on the route as he works tirelessly to bring it to the attention to the public. Find out more about how the 500RH presents the best of history and folklore to visitors, as w…
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In Episode 15, Part 2 of "The Secret of St. Andrews," discover how a covert network of golfers used their sport to relay sensitive military intelligence across the Atlantic. As Ben Franklin receives critical updates on Pennsylvania's military activities, learn about the intricate system that allowed Scottish patriots like Hugh Mercer and John Rattr…
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Years of over spending and horrible financial management have left the egyptian state in a state of chaos. What will the future bring? Travel to Germany with me here Check out our sister podcast the Mystery of Everything Coffee Collab With The Lore Lodge COFFEE Bonus episodes as well as ad-free episodes on Patreon. Find us on Instagram. Join us on …
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In this episode, we dive into the Civil War battles that cracked open the Western theater: Fort Henry and Fort Donelson. These were the fights where Grant and his ironclads showed what they could do. We explore how the messy politics of border states set the stage, why Kentucky and Tennessee were so crucial, and how these victories let the Union pu…
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In what still stands as the worst nuclear disaster to take place on this planet, the explosion at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine on April 26 1986 was the catalyst that led to the downfall of the Soviet Union. Poor materials, rushed construction, and a staggering amount of ineptitude regarding the design and operation of the nuclear re…
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