The First Blast of the Trumpet: All Knox-ed Up in East Lothian
In this episode, local author and historian Dr Marie Gilroy MacPherson speaks about the facts and characters from East Lothian’s history that inspired her historical novel series. These include John K...
4 Mar 20241h 1min
Remarkable Women Series: Female Workers
This mini episode highlights incredible women in the historical workforce of East Lothian - female farm workers, fishwives, mine workers, and nurses.
29 Mai 202311min
Remarkable Women Series: Charity & Public Service
This mini episode highlights some notable women who served as provosts and some who dedicated their lives to charitable activities.
29 Mai 20236min
Remarkable Women Series: Mrs Margaret Oliphant
This mini podcast highlights the life of historical East Lothian author, Margaret Oliphant, who was born in Wallyford.
29 Mai 20236min
Remarkable Women Series: Black Agnes
This mini podcast highlights a formidable and courageous figure in the history of East Lothian - Black Agnes of Dunbar.
29 Mai 20236min
Remarkable Women Series:Jane Welsh Carlyle
This mini podcast highlights Jane Welsh Carlyle, a remarkable literary figure from Haddington.
29 Mai 20238min
Black History Special: A Conversation with Scotland’s Professor Sir Geoff Palmer
For Black History Month, here is an exclusive interview with Prof. Sir Geoff Palmer, scientist, historian, and human rights activist. Sir Geoff talks about the history of slavery in the West Indies, s...
18 Okt 20221h 54min
The Siege of Haddington: History, Heritage & Archaeology
Our host speaks with Dr Jon Cooper, project coordinator of Haddington History Society’s Siege of Haddington Research Group. Dr Cooper explains the history of the Siege, it’s significance to Haddington...
29 Aug 202245min
