Folklore Scotland

Welcome to Campfire Tales! Every two weeks you can enjoy a short story read by one of our contributors. This week we have The Sea Maiden, written by Joseph Jacobs and read by David White. Thank you t...

18 Apr 202222min

Rosie and Cathy explore The Selkie Wife this week, which is a heavier tale but a fantastic discussion. Content warning: Marital rape Into The Greenwood is the segment of the podcast where our hosts R...

11 Apr 202251min

Welcome to Campfire Tales! Every two weeks you can enjoy a short story read by one of our contributors. This week we have Wee Jack and the Old King, written and read by David White. Thank you to Linl...

4 Apr 20229min

On International Women's Day this year, the Scottish Government made a formal apology to the victims of Scotland's witch trials. In this episode, we talk witches of folklore... Check out our socials ...

22 Mar 202256min

Welcome to Campfire Tales! Every two weeks you can enjoy a short story read by one of our contributors. This week we have The Witch of Fife, written by Joanne Fong and read by Rebecca Brown. Read a ...

14 Mar 20229min

This week on Into The Greenwood Rosie and Cathy have a fascinating discussion about symbolism, mortality, and evil stepmothers in their analysis of The Milk White Doo 🕊️ Into The Greenwood is the se...

28 Feb 20221h 11min

Nothing quite says Valentines Day like a bit of tragedy, and luckily, Scottish folklore has plenty! We decided to theme tonight's episode around the lovers of Scottish folklore, and while there are a ...

14 Feb 202238min

Welcome to Campfire Tales! Every two weeks you can enjoy a short story read by one of our contributors. This week we have The Phantom of Loch Leys, written and read by David White. Read a written ve...

7 Feb 20228min