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The Scottish History Podcast

The Scottish History Podcast is a podcast dedicated to all things Scottish History by an experienced Scottish tour guide.www.scothistorypod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tracks

EP 80 - Duirinish & Waternish Pt.1
On this episode, we continue travelling around Skye onto the Duirinish and Waternish peninsulas. This one was a bit of a monster, so here is Part 1, tune in next time for part 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21:38 05/02/2023
EP 79 - The Minginish Peninsula
In this episode, we journey around the Minginish Peninsula on the Isle of Skye.Taking in the fairie pools, Glenbrittle and Talisker distillery.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15:40 29/01/2023
EP 78 - Luib to Sligachan
In this episode, we continue the road trip from Broadford toward Luib and to Sligachan!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12:39 21/09/2022
EP 77 - Sleat - Isle of Skye
This week we take a wee trip around the Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10:15 27/07/2022
EP 76 - Strath, pt2 - Isle of Skye
In part 2 of our Isle of Skye series, we talk about the town of Broadford and the Villages of Torrin and Elgol.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13:38 05/06/2022
EP 75 - Strath, pt1 - Isle of Skye
This week, we begin our "Road Trip" onto the Isle of Skye over the Skye Bridge and get as far as Breakish.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodhttp://breakishhorse.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18:49 24/04/2022
EP 74 - The Isle of Skye
I'm back!And we are going to start a little series talking all things Skye!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12:55 17/04/2022
Little Update!!!
The Skye Boat Song - Written by Harold Boulton is used for entertainment purposes only.Cover version by Owen Inneshttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:44 08/04/2022
EP 73 - Scotlands Mythological Creatures
After another little hiatus due to work commitments, I am back with a short episode about 3 of Scotlands mythological creatures. The Kelpies, The Selkies and The Unicorns!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14:25 06/03/2022
EP. 72 - My First Week!
In this episode, I take you through the places we visited over 6 days in my first week back as a tour guide.It most certainly was a week to remember and I definately will not forget it!Head over to Facebook/Instagram/Twitter to see the pictures from last week!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:04 02/02/2022
EP 71 - Exciting Update!
In this weeks episode, I explain whats been happening over the last month or so and whats happening in the future!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodFacebook/Instagram/Twitter = @scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12:56 17/01/2022
EP. 70 - 30 Things to know before travelling to Scotland
This time I firstly explain where I have been. Short story - Brothers wedding and caught Covid.Then I go through another article, this time by Kat of https://katsgoneglobal.com, go through her article called "30 Things to Know Before Travelling to Scotland."Heres a link to the article itself. Please visit her page and give her a thumbs up! - https://katsgoneglobal.com/things-to-know-before-travelling-to-scotland/The episode is a little rough and ready so I apologise for any background noises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
51:12 22/12/2021
EP 69 - 21 Things NOT to do in Scotland
Apologies as this week, I couldn't find the time to research a proper podcast history episode, but instead of not doing anything, here is an episode where I go through a well shared article written by Paul McDougal for the Travel Medium website (https://travelmedium.com) of the "21 Things NOT to do in Scotland". And in this I will list out the things and give you my opinion on them.A link to this brilliant article is here - https://travelmedium.com/what-not-to-do-in-scotlandhttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41:03 01/12/2021
EP. 68 - The Tay Bridge Disaster
This week we learn about a very highly requested subject, The Tay Bridge Disaster, that occured on the 28th December 1879.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20:13 23/11/2021
EP. 67 - William Topaz McGonagall
This week, I tell you the tale of quite possibly, the Worst Poet in the World.I've even read a couple of his works for you to hear and judge for yourself.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19:59 15/11/2021
EP 66 - The Arthur's Seat Coffins
This week is the topic I had originally planned for Halloween week but it's out now!Currently suffering from a double ear infection with perforated eardrum with a cold on top of it, so apologies if the sound quality is'nt as good as normal. Purely because I am struggling to hear anything at the moment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16:04 08/11/2021
Halloween Special w/ Thistle Do Nicely
This week is the annual Halloween Special with Thistle Do Nicely.This year we talk about James VI and his obsession with witches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
77:17 31/10/2021
Episode 65 - New Lanark
This week, we DEFINATELY finish the UNESCO World Heritgae sites of Scotland series as I forgot all about New Lanark.So here it is!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20:10 17/10/2021
Episode 64 - St. Kilda
This week, we complete the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Scotland series with St. Kilda!Please get in touch with me and let me know what you want to hear about next!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodFacebook, Twitter, Instagram are all /scothistorypodOwen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21:29 27/09/2021
Episode 63 - The Heart of Neolithic Orkney
This week, I am back with another Scottish UNESCO World Heritage site.This time it is The Heart of Neolithic Orkney!!!http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19:00 20/09/2021
Apology!
Apologies I have been missing recently!New job etc.Don't worry, I'll be back next week!http://scothistorypod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:25 16/09/2021
Episode 62 - The Antonine Wall
This week in a rather short episode (work just been getting in the way!) We continue on the series talking about Scotlands UNESCO World Heritage Sites.This week - The Antonine Wallhttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10:53 29/08/2021
Episode 61 - The Forth Bridge
This week, we continue our UNESCO "Mini-Series" and move to just outside of Edinburgh to talk about the world famous Forth Bridge.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19:20 17/08/2021
Episode 60 - Edinburgh New Town
This week we continue the UNESCO mini series.This week is the focus on The New Town of Edinburgh.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15:00 08/08/2021
Episode 59 - Edinburgh Old Town
In this weeks episode, we start another little mini series talking about Scotland UNESCO World Heritage Sites.This week we begin with The Old Town of Edinburgh.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15:36 01/08/2021
Episode 58 - Churchill Barriers and Italian Chapel
This week, we end the little Orkney "Mini-Series" we have been focusing on.In this episode its time to talk about the Churchill Barriers and the world famous Italian Chapel.Check out the Facebook or Instagram page to see my pictures from these sites.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16:42 11/07/2021
Correction
Correction to the latest episode.http://scothistorypod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
00:32 04/07/2021
Episode 57 - The Sinking of HMS Royal Oak
This week, we stay on Orkney again for the story of the sinking of HMS Royal Oak at Scapa Flow on 14th October 1939.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16:12 04/07/2021
Episode 56 - The German High Seas Fleet Scuttle
In episode 56, we look into the Scuttling of the German High Seas Fleet at Scapa Flow on 21st June 1919 by Rear Admiral Ludwig Von Reuter.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22:20 27/06/2021
Episode 55 - Famous Edinburgh Animals
This week we are talking about the famous animal stories of Edinburghs history.2 elephants, Greyfriars Bobby, Wojtek the Bear and Brigadier Sir Nils Olav III.http://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16:58 20/06/2021