Fireside Folklore: Ghosts of Hogmanay

Hello, Jenny here, introducing my new show, The Scottish Folklore Podcast!I really hope you enjoy this episode on Thomas the Rhymer. If you do then head over the The Scottish Folklore Podcast on your ...

18 Marras 202427min

Like all adventures, after five wonderful years, Stories of Scotland is coming to an end. Join Annie and Jenny in this last episode as they revisit where it all started, the humble bothy, and tell som...

12 Heinä 202433min

Join Jenny and Annie at dawn, as we dive into the dangerous world of Scottish duelling! We explore the history, laws, and legendary figures of Scottish duelling.First, we break down what duelling is a...

8 Heinä 20241h 5min

We journey to the cold waters of the North Sea for Jenny to tell the famed story of the Nuckelavee as captured by farmer and folklorist Walter Trail Dennison. The nuckelavee is a skinless horse who ha...

26 Huhti 202427min

Annie and Jenny return to their beloved bogs to have a look at human bodies that have been buried and preserved in peat. From Bronze Age mummies, to the Gunnister Man’s unique knitted garments, we exa...

15 Huhti 20241h 3min

From the Fortress of Shadows just off the Isle of Skye, to the Palace of Dreams in Arthurian legends, Jenny and Annie visit the homes of warrior women. Jenny begins with folklore and mythology of Sgàt...

23 Maalis 202438min

This episode is brought to you by Dundreggan Rewilding Centre. Annie and Jenny learn about the importance of rewilding, not just from the perspective of the environment, but also for communities. We m...

4 Maalis 202443min

Jenny and Annie bring another daring Fireside Folklore episode exploring folklore relating to the noble rowan tree. Jenny kicks off with an intriguing tale of a witch who lives in the woods. The wicke...

27 Tammi 202436min