The Scottish History Podcast

O.M.G, look who is back!

So sorry for the lack of episodes folks, it's all explained in the episode so hopefully this finds you well.

This episode we focus on Waternish (mainly) on the Isle of Skye featuring Hallin, Trumpan and Stein.

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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.

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In this episode, we journey around the Minginish Peninsula on the Isle of Skye.

Taking in the fairie pools, Glenbrittle and Talisker distillery.

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In this episode, we continue the road trip from Broadford toward Luib and to Sligachan!

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This week we take a wee trip around the Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye!

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In part 2 of our Isle of Skye series, we talk about the town of Broadford and the Villages of Torrin and Elgol.

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This week, we begin our "Road Trip" onto the Isle of Skye over the Skye Bridge and get as far as Breakish.

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I'm back!

And we are going to start a little series talking all things Skye!

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The Skye Boat Song - Written by Harold Boulton is used for entertainment purposes only.

Cover version by Owen Innes

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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!

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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!

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In this weeks episode, I explain whats been happening over the last month or so and whats happening in the future!

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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.

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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-scotland

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This week we learn about a very highly requested subject, The Tay Bridge Disaster, that occured on the 28th December 1879.

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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.

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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!

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This week is the annual Halloween Special with Thistle Do Nicely.

This year we talk about James VI and his obsession with witches.

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This week, we DEFINATELY finish the UNESCO World Heritgae sites of Scotland series as I forgot all about New Lanark.

So here it is!

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This week, we complete the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Scotland series with St. Kilda!

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This week, I am back with another Scottish UNESCO World Heritage site.

This time it is The Heart of Neolithic Orkney!!!

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Apologies I have been missing recently!

New job etc.

Don't worry, I'll be back next week!

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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 Wall

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This week, we continue our UNESCO "Mini-Series" and move to just outside of Edinburgh to talk about the world famous Forth Bridge.

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This week we continue the UNESCO mini series.

This week is the focus on The New Town of Edinburgh.

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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.

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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.

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Correction to the latest episode.

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This week, we stay on Orkney again for the story of the sinking of HMS Royal Oak at Scapa Flow on 14th October 1939.

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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.

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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.

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This week, as Scotland is about to play in it's first International football tournament for 23 years, I tell you a little about Scotlands national team from 1998 - Present.

What players should you be looking out for is this years Euro 2020 tournament?

Also gave me an excuse to play "Flower of Scotland" twice in one episode!

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15 Scottish stereotypes and misconceptions - Debunked.

This week I decided to focus on some of the Scottish Stereotypes that people have and debunk them.

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This week we continue on from episode 31!!!

I lost my reference book and recently found it again so we can finally continue on from where we left off.

We cover from Kenneth Mac Alpin to Alexander II in this episode.

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For this weeks episode, there was a couple of requests, so I decided to fulfill these before I forget!

First up, a request from Chuck Garnes, I talk about the bagpipes and give you a little background on them.

Next up, is the national flower of Scotland, The Thistle.

And finally, a request from (possibly) the youngest fan of the podcast, 4 Year old Finn Triggs-Miller! He requested I talk about the Unicorn, and why it is Scotlands national animal!

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I can't believe it has taken me so long to finally get round to doing this one!

Requested ages ago due to me mentioning it in an episode WAY back at the beginning, here is my theory and comparisons that William Wallace was the inspiration behind the stories of Robin Hood.

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This week I take you to one of my absolute favourite castles in Scotland.

Caerlaverock is a magnificent structure and is definately worth a visit if you get the chance.

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This weeks Whisky Wednesday is brought to us by Mackmyra Swedish Single Malt Whisky!

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In episode 48 we continue on from the last episode and learn a little more about Stirling Castle.

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Hey folks.

This week marks the last chance to grab your 10% off of any of the reviewed Tomatin whiskies from http://tomatindistillery.shop by using the promo code "SCOTPOD"

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In Episode 47 we learn about Stirling Castle. From its roots until the reign of King James IV.

Also a wee added in story of the Birdman of Stirling.

This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode.

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Episode 4 features the Tomatin Decades II (2) single malt Higland whisky.

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Episode 3 features the Tomatin 2006 Fino Cask UK Exclusive single malt Higland whisky.

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Episode 2 features the Tomatin Legacy (EU) (Dulchas everywhere else) single malt Higland whisky.

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From now on I will also be uploading the Whisky Wednesday episodes as audio only as I fear that the reach has not been the same on YouTube only.

Episode 1 features the Tomatin 12 single malt Higland whisky.

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In episode 46 of the podcast, we had a wee vote over on the facebook page (facebook.com/scothistorypod) about this weeks topic and the winner was Eilean Donan Castle.

So join me as we find out some of the history behind this iconic Scottish castle.

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Episode number 3 if Whisky Wednesday is available now on YouTube.

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In the week that gave us International Womens Day, I thought it was beyond overdue to talk about a famous female figure from Scottish history.

So this week, we talk about Scotlands only Royal Saint. Saint Margaret.

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The first episode of "Whisky Wednesday" is available now on YouTube!

Head over to http://YouTube.com/thescottishhistorypodcast to watch the first episode.

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This week, I decided to take a wee breather and answer some of your Frequestly asked questions about the podcast and myself and background.

It is a wee bit rambly but still, I hope you enjoy!

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This week we learn about the small Stirlingshire town of Doune and its very famous castle! My favourite in the whole of Scotland. so come find out why!

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This week I tell you about one of my favourite places in Orkney. Maeshowe burial chamber.

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In this weeks episode, we again return to the "Settlers" series and picking up from episode 39.

This week, it's the Vikings recieving our attention.

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Hello!

After a wee break, I return for 2021 to tell you some more about the Haggis, Scotlands national dish.

Thank you all for your continued support!

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In this Christmas day episode, I tell you a fact about Christmas in Scotland.

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In Episode 39, we continue from episode 37 and we talk about the Four Kingdoms of Scotland.

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This week I present a conversation with Dr. Fiona Watson, an actual, real life historian!

Fiona has written such books as "Under the Hammer - Edward I and Scotland - 1296-1305" and "Traitor, Outlaw, King".

We sat down on Zoom to talk all things Scottish Wars of Independence.

Apologies in advance if the audio isn't great, however I tried my best!

Enjoy!

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In Episode 37, we continue our "Back to Basics" series and continue from episode 35 and talk about the Romans in Scotland.

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This Monday 30th of November, is St. Andrews Day in Scotland (and other countries around the world).

So this week, we are looking at Saint Andrew himself and learn a little of the town in Fife named after him!

Èist soillier!

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This week it is the continuation of episode 33, where we go back to basics and learn a little about the Bronze and Iron ages in Scotland and finally we are introduced to The Celts!

Please rate and review the podcast where you can!

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This episode is the continuation of the collaborative podcast with www.thistledonicelypod.com.

Uploaded to this stream so y'all can hear it!

Cheers

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As it is my anniversary weekend, this weeks episode is just a quick, unresearched and nonsense episode.

Apologies from those of you looking forward to the continuation of the "First Settlers" series, as being a man, I "forgot" this weekend was my anniversary!

Pleae enjoy my awkwardness in this episode!

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This week, it's time to go back to the beginning!

I've decided the next few episodes will be about the original settlers to Scotland.

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This week, after learning of the death of Sean Connery, I cobbled together a tribute episode to Sir Sean as well as recommend some of my favourite Scottish T.V shows, Books and Movies.

It's not my finest work, but was put together last minute!

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This week I joined Rory, Chris and Johnny of the Thistle Do Nicely podcast to talk about Halloween!

This is part 1, please go to http://thistledonicelypod.com on Tuesday 27th October for part 2!

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This week, we focus on a heavily requested subject. The Highland Games.

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This week, a story I used to tell on every tour I ever did. The story of the "real" Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Deacon William Brodie.

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In episode 28, we take a journey through the Great Glen and the Caledonian Canal. I tell some tales of the local area about the lesser known stories. The best part is, no one gets wet!

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In Episode 27, we dig into the story of the "grave robbers" and murderers William Burke and William Hare.

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This weeks episode we learn about Scotlands national poet and bard, Robert "Rabbie" Burns.

The introduction contains "Address to a Haggis" read in full.

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In Episode 25, it is finally time for the Highland Clearances.

I hope you enjoy as this episode has been requested highly since day 1.

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In our 4th bonus episode of the podcast, I tell you the story of the Black Dinner.

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In Episode 24, we again focus on a highly requested subject. Edinburgh Castle.

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In episode 23, we focus on the highly requested subject of Scottish Clans!

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In episode 22, find out about what makes Loch Ness one of the most visited places in Scotland and the story of Nessie, Scotlands most famous resident.

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In episode 21, we learn about the highly requested "Highland Rogue" himself, Rob Roy Macgregor.

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This week, in our 20th episode(!!!) we hear the story of The Stone of Destiny.

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This week, we talk about Whisky. One of my favourite things to talk about and of course consume from time to time!

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After a short hiatus, this week we talk about Kilts & Tartan!

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For some awesome coffee, go to www.beanies.co.uk if you're in the UK or www.myvitamins.com and search for Beanies for worldwide shipping!

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In Episode 17 we continue the story of Mary, Queen of Scots.

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This week we begin the tale of Mary, Queen of Scots. Talking about the time from her birth, to her return to Scotland at age 18.

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In Episode 15, I go through the movie "Braveheart" 25 years after it's premiere on the 19th of May 1995 and list all of the historical inaccuracies as I could find and introduce for the first time, the new official theme song of the podcast!

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In Episode 14 we complete the Jacobite story by hearing more about the aftermath of the Battle of Culloden and the Highland Clearances.

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Episode 13 continues the story of the Jacobites and Bonnie Prince Charlie and his death.

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In the 3rd Bonus episode of The Scottish History Podcast, we learn the story of the much unsung Jacobite hero, Roderick MacKenzie.

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In this weeks episode we focus on The Battle of Culloden on the eve of the 274th anniversary of the battle.

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In episode 11, we continue from when Charles Edward Stuart arrives in Scotland and the events that lead us to the Battle of Culloden.

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Today a short introduction to Charles Edward Louis John Casimir Sylvester Severino Maria Stuart from his birth to his arrival in Scotland.

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Welcome to Episode 9 of The Scottish History Podcast. Today is an introduction to the Jacobites.

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Welcome to Episode number 8 where today I tell you the story of the Massacre of Glencoe that took place on the 13th of February 1692.

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Welcome to Episode 7 of the Scottish History Podcast.

Regretably a shorter than usual episode due to work and family commitments however heres a little information regarding the REAL Macbeth.

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In our second BONUS episode, here is the Declaration of Arbroath read in full.

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Welcome to Episode 6 of The Scottish History Podcast. We continue today with the story of Robert the Bruce.

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This first bonus episode of The Scottish History Podcast focuses on the legend of Bruce and the spider.

Episode number 5 of the Scottish History Podcast focuses on the Rise of Robert the Bruce after the death of William Wallace.

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Episode number 5 of the Scottish History Podcast focuses on the Rise of Robert the Bruce after the death of William Wallace.

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Episode 4  of The Scottish History Podcast focuses on the aftermath of the battle of Stirling Bridge and the demise of William Wallace.

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Episode 3 of The Scottish History Podcast focuses on the rise of William Wallace.

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The Second episode of the Scottish History Podcast follows on from episode 1. In this episode we focus on the events in Scotland following the death of Margaret "The Maid of Norway".

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