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SKRYT OM SKÄRNINGSPUNKTER. Går det att öppna nördigare? Svårt att tro! Vi snackar om Caol Ila visst är värt att besöka och inser att vi kommer att behöva besöka Yttre Hebriderna igen. Det finns nämligen nya destillerier, som Benbecula och North Uist, yay! Dock åker mungiporna ner av "irländskifieringen" av även skotsk whisky – ledd av lilla nya Lerwick på Shetlandsöarna. Buu! Och getingboet har lämnat röven. Vad var det i glaset? David hade en Dufftown 8 YO buteljerad runt mitten av 1970-talet, denna: https://www.whiskybase.com/whiskies/whisky/36988/dufftown-08-year-old Mathias körde på Bushmills 16: https://www.systembolaget.se/produkt/sprit/bushmills-8209801/ Jeroen hade Glentauchers 15: https://www.systembolaget.se/produkt/sprit/glentauchers-48001/ Skryt om skärningspunkter Davids tankar om Isle of Lime Bläse: http://tjederswhisky.se/en-tioarig-isle-of-lime/ Ola Brandborns tankar om samma wirre: https://www.whisky.nu/isle-of-lime-blase/ Man bör visst besöka Caol ila säger Ronny! https://www.malts.com/en-gb/distilleries/caol-ila https://www.persabus.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Striding-Man-Statue-1.jpg Kolla här då Ronny! Foto: https://www.persabus.co.uk/ Nya destillerier på skotska öar… Benbecula på Yttre Hebriderna är igång: https://whiskymag.com/articles/first-spirit-flows-at-benbecula-distillery/ https://benbeculadistillery.com/ North Uist, också på Yttre Hebriderna: https://whiskymag.com/articles/north-uist-runs-first-distillation-of-new-make/ https://www.northuistdistillery.com/ Kort om Jim Swan, som dog 2017: https://scotchwhisky.com/magazine/in-depth/12859/obituary-dr-jim-swan-1941-2017/ bere barley: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bere(grain) Lerwick distillery på Shetlandsöarna och deras Nørn whisky: https://shetlandwhisky.com/ Technical file for Scotch whisky finns i lite olika utgåvor, här en från 2019: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5fd36667e90e07662ed92c85/ScotchWhiskyTechnicalFile-June2019.pdf Diskussion om deras whisky Nørn i Malt maniacs & friends: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MaltManiacs/posts/10162570500761197/ Raasay While we wait, exempelvis denna: https://www.whiskybase.com/whiskies/whisky/100088 Borders har gjort samma grej under precis samma namn: https://www.whiskybase.com/whiskies/whisky/127292 Hårdrockarna Trojan som lite lagom småtöntigt för oss svenskar stavar sig Tröjan: https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Tr%C3%B6jan/1796 Bli medlem då! https://www.entreawhisky.se/medlem Här når du oss: En trea whisky på Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/entreawhisky) Maila till oss på hej@entreawhisky.se Davids blogg tjederswhisky.se (https://www.tjederswhisky.se) Följ oss på Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/entreawhisky Bli medlem! https://entreawhisky.memberful.com/checkout?plan=74960
In this special episode of Scottish Island Adventures, Natalie Galloway - NATI - takes us to the Eilean Dorcha Festival (EDF) on Benbecula! She meets Christina from Croft & Cuan, the incomparable Ruairidh Gray, Arabella Manchester and her band, Cammy Barnes, the lovely folks from North Uist Distillery, Stevie Jukes from Saint Phnx, as well as loads of revellers and volunteers who are all set to enjoy a spectacular weekend in the Outer Hebrides. Then it's back to the studio where Nati and co-host Coinneach MacLeod - the Hebridean Baker - are joined by The Laurettes to talk about the magic of playing festivals on the Scottish islands! Thank you for listening to the Caledonian MacBrayne podcast. You can find out more about Scotland's west coast destinations and all the topics discussed in this episode at calmac.co.uk/podcast
On this special partner episode of Scran with 'Eat Drink Hebrides' Rosalind visited Uist for the first time and had the wonderful opportunity to sample just a little of what this unique island has to offer. First up Rosalind chatted to DJ Cameron from Long Island Retreats. A sixth generation crofter, DJ tells Rosalind all about his business and how visitors come from all over to understand their farming methods from field to fork. DJ explains that despite the challenges of trading on the Western Isles, their high quality product and singular location keeps customers coming back for more. Next up Rosalind met Mick Huda at Charlie's Bistro in Benbecula. Mick is a Production Manager at Salar Smokehouse. He explained how the business came to be and why their product is so singular whilst they tucked into some delicious salmon and scallops. All that running around Uist is thirsty work y'know - so the next stop was welcome - North Uist Distillery - set up in 2019 by Jonny Ingledew and Kate McDonald. It's home to Downpour Gin and in time, some of the first whisky ever to be distilled on the island legally. Whilst there Rosalind enjoyed a gin tasting, a tour of the facilities in this historic building and a chat with found Jonny. The final stop was at Lochmaddy Bay Prawns located at Clachan Sands where Rosalind met Tina Nicholson to hear all about their unique business which was a positive result of the impact of covid-19. If you are looking for somewhere to get away from it all and enjoy a wonderful welcome and delicious local produce, Uist is for you. You can find out more by visiting www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk and searching for 'Food and Drink'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jenny and Annie as they don their waders and explore the kelp forests that surround Scottish shores. These astounding seaweed ecosystems are home to countless species. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the demand for kelp soared and the landowners of Scotland had an answer. Thousands of families were moved from their ancestral lands to the coastlines in order to burn kelp seaweed in order to produce the much sought-after kelp ash. The decades-long kelp industry on the Isle of Tiree is explored along with some traditional folklore from Benbecula. Independently made in the Highlands, Stories of Scotland is gratefully funded through listener support on Patreon. www.patreon.com/storiesofscotland Thank you all so much for listening to Scotland's most popular history and folklore podcast.
When Jacobite heir Bonnie Prince Charlie made his escape from the British Army on 28th June, 1746, he did so in bizarre style - disguised in drag as Irish spinning-maid ‘Betty Burke'. With a £30,000 bounty on his head, Charles had to rely on the support of strangers - in this case 24 year-old Flora McDonald, who would later serve time in the Tower of London for having assisted him in the escape, memorably documented in the Skye Boat Song. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly explain why Charles picked this moment to attempt to conquer England from the North; consider why he succeeded, in escaping despite the enormous bounty on his head and his very poor disguise; and ask whether Flora and Charlie's relationship was entirely platonic… Further Reading: • ‘On this day 1746: Young Pretender escapes Benbecula' (The Scotsman, 2017): https://www.scotsman.com/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/day-1746-young-pretender-escapes-benbecula-1446281 • ‘Flora MacDonald: The Jacobite Heroine Who Features In Outlander' (HistoryExtra, 2022): https://www.historyextra.com/period/georgian/flora-macdonald-who-life-north-carolina/ • ‘Skye Boat Song - Outlander Theme Song' (Choral Scholars of University College Dublin, 2015): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycVpXbJCx-M … and there's even more on this subject for our supporters on the show. As we discover in this week's bonus bit, the Jacobite line did NOT end with Bonnie Prince Charles - there's STILL a current pretender to the throne. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts or join us on Patreon to hear it! https://patreon.com/Retrospectors We'll be back tomorrow! Follow us wherever you get your podcasts: podfollow.com/Retrospectors The Retrospectors are Olly Mann, Rebecca Messina & Arion McNicoll, with Matt Hill. Theme Music: Pass The Peas. Announcer: Bob Ravelli. Graphic Design: Terry Saunders. Edit Producer: Sophie King. Copyright: Rethink Audio / Olly Mann 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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St. Kilda es un pequeño archipiélago de cuatro islas en la parte más occidental de Reino Unido. Rodeadas por las bravas aguas del océano Atlántico, su isla principal, Hirta, albergó un pequeño poblado durante más de 2500 años. En el episodio de hoy os hablo de la evolución de este pueblo aislado del resto de Escocia desde que hay registros escritos hasta su evacuación el 29 de Agosto de 1930. St. Kilda es hoy un paraíso natural con una flora y fauna extraordinaria. Muchas de sus especies están en peligro de extinción y solo se pueden encontrar en estas islas, por lo que el National Trust of Scotland se encarga de su conservación. Hablaremos también con @lu_calcagno quien visitó St. Kilda este mismo año. Nos contará su experiencia recorriendo la desierta isla de Hirta y la aventura que supuso llegar hasta allí. Durante tres semanas, Lu recorrió buena parte de las Hébridas exteriores, recorriendo además de St. Kilda, Lewis and Harris, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist y Barra. Ha sido todo un lujo poder contar con su testimonio en el podcast.
GB2RS News Sunday 18th July 2021 The news headlines: RSGB Survey results published Build Off in Cornwall New Full course from Distance Learning Team The RSGB ran an amateur radio survey in May as part of its input to an IARU workshop. Over one thousand people responded and gave their views of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats for amateur radio both currently and in the future. A summary of the responses has been published in the August RadCom. You can also read the summary on the RSGB website at thersgb.org/gb2rs/011. On the 1st of August, the radio operators of Cornwall are holding the 1st Cornwall Antenna Build-Off. This is a free event, organised by Callum, G5XDX with the support of local stations and sponsored by PJ BOX. As well as the Build-Off there are Bring & Buy tables available as well as refreshments. For details of the event and competition rules please search @g5xdx on Facebook or email G5XDX@gmx.co.uk. The Bath Based Distance Learning team is now planning another course for the Full level exam syllabus. The course will run from the end of August to December this year. Students will receive weekly work packages via a virtual classroom and will have access to weekly online tutorials. Students will also have access to one of the remote tutors who will provide feedback and additional guidance when required. There will be no charge for the training but applicants must work through a pre-course classroom and quiz to be eligible for a place. The deadline for course applications is the 4th of August. For full details, and an application form, email g0fuw@tiscali.co.uk. The QSL Bureau sub-manager for the G4T to Z group is retiring and a replacement volunteer to distribute cards to this active sub-group is urgently needed. If you are an RSGB Member, have time, a little space and some basic computer skills, the bureau would like to hear from you. You can find out more by emailing qsl@rsgb.org.uk. The callsign GB4RS is issued to the President of the Radio Society of Great Britain for the term of their office. Stewart Bryant, G3YSX is the current RSGB President and intends to use this call sign as often as possible. Listen out for him on the air. As GB2RS continues to expand, it is a pleasure to extend a warm welcome to a new newsreader. Peter, G3XDS has started a 2m simplex reading in the Mansfield area, which improves coverage and is attracting a strong new audience. Michael, 2J0SZI who has delivered many a bulletin on Jersey over the years is retiring and we wish him all the best for the future. And now for details of rallies and events Before travelling to any rally or event, please check the event's website as there may be alterations or cancellations due to the current restrictions. Finningley ARS Car Boot will be outdoor only with doors opening at 10 am on the 25th of July. It is located near M18 junction 2, Doncaster. Admission is £3. The Wiltshire Radio Rally, Electronics Fair & Car Boot Sale is planned for Sunday the 1st of August at Kington Langley Village Hall & fields, SNl5 5NJ. Doors are open from 9 am to 3 pm and admission is free. Details at chippenhamradio.club. Dartmoor Radio Rally has moved to the 15th of August at Yelverton War Memorial Hall. Now the DX news John, MM0CCC, Gordon, MM0GPZ, Keith, GM4YXI and Chris, GM3WOJ will be active as GM7V during next weekend's IOTA contest. They will operate as a Multi-2 station from Benbecula, which is EU-010. QSL via N3SL. The C6AHA DX-pedition to the Bimini Islands, IOTA reference NA-048, appears to have been postponed until October this year. However, a smaller team is currently active from Bimini using the call sign C6AHB. They will operate until 21st of July. Five operators from Cray Valley Radio Society will be active as GM3RCV from Ceann Ear Monarch Islands, EU-111, from the 22nd to 27th of July. They will take part in the IOTA Contest as MM8C. QSLs via Club Log's OQRS and Logbook of The World. Now the Special Event news Coventry ARS is running two special event stations until May 2022 to celebrate Coventry being the City of Culture. GB1COC & GB8CCC will be running most days, with GB8CCC passing between members of the club. Dates and times will vary. Now the contest news With different parts of the UK having different lockdown restrictions, please make sure you follow the appropriate regulations. Keep yourself and fellow amateurs safe. Today, the 18th, the International Low Power contest runs from 0900 to 1600UTC. Using the 3.5 to 14MHz bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is signal report, serial number and power. On Tuesday the 1.3GHz UK Activity Contest runs from 1900 to 2130UTC. Using all modes, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Thursday it is the data leg of the 80m Club Championships. Running from 1900 to 2030UTC, the exchange is signal report and serial number. Next weekend is the 24-hour Islands On The Air contest. It runs from 1200UTC on the 24th to 1200UTC on the 25th. Using CW and SSB on the 3.5 to 28MHz contest bands, the exchange is signal report, serial number and your IOTA reference. Stations on the UK mainland are IOTA reference EU-005; a full list can be found at iota-world.org. Next Sunday, the 25th, the UK Microwave Group contest runs from 0600 to 1800UTC. Using all modes on the 5.7 and 10GHz bands, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G0KYA, G3YLA & G4BAO on Friday the 16th of July The solar flux index remained in the 70s last week, reflecting the lack of decent sunspots. What spots we did have were both minuscule and un-noteworthy. The high-speed wind stream from a large solar coronal hole impacted the Earth a little later than predicted. In the end, it hit us during the late afternoon and early evening of Wednesday the 14th, pushing the Kp index to four. Its effects were felt during the evening's RSGB's 80-metre club championship contest with a noisy band, fading and compromised signals. The good news is that the major outage of the server at the University of Massachusetts Lowell has now been fixed. This means that the ionosonde data on the Propquest.co.uk website for the foF2 graphs is back and all services have resumed. To recap, Propquest gives us near real-time displays of the critical frequency over the UK and from this, it also extrapolates likely maximum useable frequencies over different path lengths. Sporadic-E remains the most interesting mode for HF propagation, with extensive openings on the higher bands. Next week NOAA predicts that the SFI will be in the high 70s and might even reach 81 during the middle of the week. At the moment, it does look like the Sun may be free of coronal holes, which bodes well for a settled ionosphere. The risk of solar flares also appears to be low. Don't forget that it is the RSGB's Islands on the Air contest next weekend, which may throw up some interesting DX on HF. And now the VHF and up propagation news At the moment, you will find some lovely tropospheric ducting across the Mediterranean from east to west, typical for high-summer. Sadly, few UK visitors will be able to take advantage of it. Pascal, F5LEN produces a day-by-day Tropo ducting forecast. Just Google F5LEN Tropo to find it, and you will see that Tropo ducting is quite commonplace at this time of the year. In view of a return to high-pressure weather at home, keep a lookout for good sea paths across the Irish Sea, North Sea and the English Channel. Tropo paths overland tend to fade quickly as the sun heats things up in the early morning, but often the sea paths remain active through the day. The Sporadic-E season is still underway with occasional openings up to 2m and not just on FT8; CW and SSB are getting involved too. The jet streams are looking weaker in the coming week for European paths, but still worth checking out paths across the Atlantic later in the day or farther afield to the Far East in the early morning. As ever, check the clusters and set aside a little time late afternoon for the best chance of getting into any Sporadic-E that might present itself. May 2022 sees the point in the Lunar cycle where the closest approach of the Moon, perigee, coincides with minimum declination. It's not until September 2026 that the highest declination coincides with perigee again. This all means that for the next few years, lowest EME path losses occur with the Moon at low declination and Moon visibility windows are short. This week, declination is negative and still falling, so Moon visibility windows will shorten. Path losses will continue to fall throughout the week until perigee on Wednesday. There are no significant meteor showers until the Southern delta Aquarids at the end of this month. This shower has a broad ZHR peak of 25 running from the 26th of July through to the 31st of July. Until then, continue to look around dawn for the best random meteor scatter opportunities. And that's all from the propagation team this week.
Each week we sit down with a guest to discuss Mission and Evangelism in Scotland and beyond. A one-time Marxist and fervent political activist Rev. Tom Penman shares his fascinating journey to faith and how it eventually led to him entering Christian ministry and serving the people of South Uist and Benbecula. Presented by David Meredith -- #christian #church #mission #evangelism #podcast #scotland #christianity #freechurchofscotland #fcos #gospel #marxism #southuist #benbecula #westernisles -- Check out our site for more info: https://generation-mission.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GenerationMission18 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6UFubppTd0-cpvhWgwFEgg
Adrian Kay, Senior Coastal Operations Officer for H.M. Coastguard, explains more about the 3 sections of the coastguard service, and how the 3000 volunteers make up the 400 UK crews. Understanding how these crews fit into the responder network, and what their roles, responsibilities and capabilities are, will allow BASICS Scotland Responders to make better use of these resources in the future. Top tips from this podcast: Call early- via ambulance control to the Coastguard Ops Room rather than local contacts Think creatively – HMCG can provide an adaptive rescue 'toolbox' to assist in remote areas Given all of the assets the Coastguard coordinates (air, sea and land), keep them in mind as a resource if you are stuck with a job Resources related to this podcast: Maritime & Coastguard Agency YouTube Channel HM Coastguard Operations Centres HM Coastguard website – www.mcga.gov.uk About Adrian Adrian initially moved to the West Highlands in 2000, to work for SNH on the Isle of Rum (population 25). This also give him his first experience of contact with HM Coastguard, as a volunteer on their small response team. He then joined Northern Constabulary, in various policing roles including CID, child protection and wildlife crime. He also served for four years on Benbecula and the Uists, which gave him a great insight into the challenges of remote rural policing. In 2006, he joined HM Coastguard as a Senior Coastal Operations Officer, training and supporting volunteer Coastguard Rescue Teams across the Argyll coast and islands. He ensures the teams maintain a high level of operational readiness, and is a technical instructor in water rescue, land search, casualty care and rope rescue techniques. Adrian has a particular interest in casualty care, and as well as introducing the enhanced Coastguard CERCC course locally and providing training support elsewhere on the coast, he is currently involved in the introduction of a robust clinical governance framework across the organisation.
Songs from and/or of the sea (and one Great Lake), from Italy, Scotland, Grenada, the Georgia Sea Islands, and Lake Michigan. 1. Captain A.H. Rasmussen: interview on chanties/Amsterdam Maid (fragment). Recorded in London, 1955.2. Daniel Aitkens & tombstone feast group: Blow the Man Down. Recorded in La Resource, Carriacou, Grenada, August 1962.3. Big John Davis, Henry Morrison, and Georgia Sea Island Singers: Hop Along, Let’s Get Her. Recorded in St. Simons Island, Georgia, October 1959.4. Elizabeth Austin and group: Sailing In the Boat When the Tide Runs Strong. Recorded in Old Bight, Cat Island, Bahamas, 1935.5. Dominick Gallagher: The Gallagher Boys. Recorded at Beaver Island, Michigan, 1938. 6. Penny Morrison and group: Cha déid mi do dh’fhear gun bhàta (I’ll Not Go To A Man Without A Boat). Recorded at Balivanich, Benbecula, Scotland, June 1951.7. Michele Ilari and fishermen: Cialomi (tuna fishing chants). Recorded off Agrigento, Sicily, Italy, June 1954.8. Jean Glaud: Hooray Irena. Recorded in Gouyave, Carriacou, Grenada, August 1962. 9. Lomax interview with Newton Joseph, interspersed with chanteys (“Hi-Lo Boys” and “Long Time Ago”), L’Esterre, Carriacou, 1962.
Songs from and/or of the sea (and one Great Lake), from Italy, Scotland, Grenada, the Georgia Sea Islands, and Lake Michigan.1. Captain A.H. Rasmussen: interview on chanties/Amsterdam Maid (fragment). Recorded in London, 1955.2. Daniel Aitkens & tombstone feast group: Blow the Man Down. Recorded in La Resource, Carriacou, Grenada, August 1962.3. Big John Davis, Henry Morrison, and Georgia Sea Island Singers: Hop Along, Let's Get Her. Recorded in St. Simons Island, Georgia, October 1959.4. Elizabeth Austin and group: Sailing In the Boat When the Tide Runs Strong. Recorded in Old Bight, Cat Island, Bahamas, 1935.5. Dominick Gallagher: The Gallagher Boys. Recorded at Beaver Island, Michigan, 1938. 6. Penny Morrison and group: Cha déid mi do dh'fhear gun bhàta (I'll Not Go To A Man Without A Boat). Recorded at Balivanich, Benbecula, Scotland, June 1951.7. Michele Ilari and fishermen: Cialomi (tuna fishing chants). Recorded off Agrigento, Sicily, Italy, June 1954.8. Jean Glaud: Hooray Irena. Recorded in Gouyave, Carriacou, Grenada, August 1962. 9. Lomax interview with Newton Joseph, interspersed with chanteys (“Hi-Lo Boys” and “Long Time Ago”), L'Esterre, Carriacou, 1962.
This is the third episode of Open Book, a Podcast by National Records of Scotland dedicated to preserving Scotland’s past, recording its present and informing our future. This week, we’re off to the lonely isle of St Kilda in the Outer Hebrides, forty miles west of Benbecula. This craggy isle once supported a small but … Continue reading St Kilda: The Edge of the World, with Dr Alison Rosie
Lying off the Northwest Coast of Scotland is a group of Islands known collectively as the Hebrides. They are Harris and Lewis, North and South Uist, Benbecula and Barra. These ancient and remote islands are as mysterious as they are beautiful, with the competing forces of the strong Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream, nature is unforgiving. Yet, this brings with it unique opportunities and habitats for birds, mammals, marine animals and fauna not seen elsewhere. The Isle of Lewis, is 680 sq miles and is the northern most Island, it has a population of approx. 19000 people the majority of whom are concentrated in the town of Stornaway. It was previously inhabited by the Picts was under Norse rule from the 9th century when the Vikings settled there. Following the Treaty of Perth in 1266 Lewis and the other Islands became part of Scotland once again. The Isle of Lewis Almost 6 centuries later, on a day in April 1831, a farmer was out grazing his cattle when one of his animals unearthed what would become one of the most important archaeological and historically important finds to this day. This is the story of the Lewis Chessmen. For more information, links and sources visit www.injustoneday.com/chessmen.
Lynn Freeman travels to the Outer Hebrides off the coast of mainland Scotland. Also known as the Western Isles, it's actually an island chain that includes the Isles of Skye, Mull, Benbecula, Barra, Lewis and Harris - among others. The Isles of Lewis and Harris are in fact the northern and southern end of the same island, but they are very different in geography, gaelic language and culture. The rivalry is intense - Harris people even resent having to be born in Lewis because that's where the hospital is based. Tourism is crucial for both, as is fishing - though these days farmed salmon is way more important than sea faring fishermen.
In this week's episode, Lesley meets fellow cyclists, gets advice about tourism, and learns about seals. All round and about Benbecula.
It's starting to be a regular feature here; but this week's Aftermath is a bit of a departure. Riddoch Questions on June 27 was the broadcast of an island debate recorded earlier that week in Benbecula. After the 'BBC' programme was recorded, the microphone stayed on as the audience and panel relaxed to continue the "not for broadcast" discussion. The topics were education, gaelic and depopulation.
A new podcast dedicated to recent favorites from a formidable line-up of RF workhorses like Michael Santos. Rare Frequency Podcast 11: Arc of a Driver 1 Pan Sonic, "Slovakian Rauta" Touch 25 (Touch) CD 2006 2 Lionel Marchetti with Yoko Higashi, "Red Dust 3:3 " Red Dust" (Crouton) 3x3"CD 2005 3 Norbert Moslang, "b1_6" Burst_Log (For4Ears) CD 2006 4 Alva.Noto, "Transit (for Suchan Kinoshita)" For (Line) CD 2006 5 Micheal Santos, "Light 8" Matters (