Podcasts about Scotland

Four hundred years ago, the last of Britain's native beavers were hunted to extinction. But in 2009, scientists began a grand experiment to bring the furry, buck-toothed rodents back. They relocated a pair of Norwegian beavers to a remote rainforest in Scotland, hoping they'd become the Adam and Eve of a new line of British beavers. Today on The Sunday Story, NPR's Lauren Frayer travels from the wilds of Scotland to a tube station in London, to explore how these animals – beloved by some humans and loathed by others – are transforming the British landscape.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Amy Goodman meets with two members of the Palestinian Circus who are performing daily at the the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland.

Amy Goodman meets with two members of the Palestinian Circus who are performing daily at the the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland.

Did an Egyptian princess really travel across the ancient world and give Scotland its name? In Episode 207 of Ninjas Are Butterflies, we dive into the bizarre legend of Scota, the mysterious figure some ancient traditions connect to Egypt, Ireland, and the origins of Scotland. But that's only the beginning. We investigate the horrifying story of the Black Hole of Calcutta and ask how much of the version passed down through history actually happened, before uncovering the unbelievable story of Captain Henry Every — the pirate who pulled off one of the greatest scores in history, became one of the most wanted men on Earth, and then seemingly vanished without a trace. Ancient bloodlines, disputed history, buried treasure, missing pirates, and mysteries that somehow get stranger the deeper you go. This is Ninjas Are Butterflies. Thanks to Monarch for partnering with this show. Go to https://monarch.com and use code NINJAS to get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core. #ad This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit Betterhelp.com/ninjas today to get 10% off your first month.  #ad Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/5ay8eqzk #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.  #ad Get MORE Exclusive Ninjas Are Butterflies Content by joining our Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/NinjasAreButterflies NEW EPISODES EVERY FRIDAY @ 11:15AM EST! Ninja Merch: https://www.sundaycoolswag.com/ Start Your Custom Apparel Order Here: https://bit.ly/NinjasYT-SundayCool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosa Bonheur was a wild, animal‑obsessed kid who drew before she could read, and knew she was meant for the world of art from an extremely young age. She didn't set out to shock anyone; she simply refused to be anything but herself, and the world eventually had to adjust to her. She famously wore trousers (with official police permission) so that she could study horses in stockyards and slaughterhouses, and in order to to venture up rugged mountain ranges to collect more inspiration. She turned that dedication to pure research into some of the most influential paintings of her time. Registration is now open for our June 2027 Field Trip to Scotland! Visit Like Minds Travel for more information and to register! We also have some openings left for our April 2027 Field Trip to Paris! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Without A Country, Corinne Fisher covers host of topics including Taylor Farms being outed for using prison labor among the outbreak of foodborne diseases, Nicole LePera and the twisted world of holistic psychology, the wave of lawsuits stemming from the messy mix of business, influencing and romance, the backlash over birth control, womens access to drugs being hampered following Roe V Wade being overturned, a look at some of the more outlandish Patrick Clancy conspiracy theories and so much more!GLASGOW, SCOTLAND! 14 Aug https://punchlinepromotions.co.uk/event/corinne-fisher-live-in-glasgow/LOS ANGELES! Get your tickets to GASH October 25: https://events.leapevents.com/event/gash-2026SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON:https://patreon.com/WithoutACountry?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFOLLOW WITHOUT A COUNTRY ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/withoutacountrypodcast/FOLLOW CORINNE ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/philanthropygalFOLLOW MIKE ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/themharrington/FOLLOW ALONG:Enemy of the State: Taylor Farms giving us diarrhea and using forced laborhttps://www.snopes.com/fact-check/taylor-farms-prison-labor-arizona/MAIN STORIESNicole LaPera https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/02/style/nicole-lepera-self-help-litigation-holistic-psychologist.html?campaign_id=190&emc=edit_ufn_20260809&instance_id=180084&nl=from-the-times®i_id=107728112&segment_id=224446&user_id=a266d281cc6f97833a8eaaec22a85914Birth ControlThe Online Backlash of Birth Controlhttps://www.npr.org/2026/08/09/nx-s1-5887615/abortion-rate-birth-control-pills-roe-v-wadeGovernment Intercepthttps://theintercept.com/2026/07/10/rfk-jr-pronatalism-birth-control/Birth Control Misinformation Is Everywherehttps://www.thepersistent.com/p/hormonal-birth-control-pill-social-media-influencersGUUURLPatrick Clancy conspiracy theoristshttps://tedbauer.medium.com/the-patrick-clancy-conspiracy-theories-a7fcf93374abSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cuckoo sings in May and the King of the Dogwoods reigns over an hour built from polkas, ballads, and Gaelic song. This episode moves between Ireland, Scotland, and the wider Celtic diaspora, featuring both first - time voices on the show and beloved regulars who have shaped its sound for years. It's the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #770.  -  -  Subscribe now at CelticMusicPodcast.com!   Trí, Celtic Underground, Blackwillow Starling, Caitlin Finley & Will Woodson, Irish Millie, The Bilge Pumps, Callan, Boiled In Lead, Mairi McGillivray, Hadrian's Wall, Colin Steele, Sean Griffin, The Tan and Sober Gentlemen, John Doyle   Marc Gunn, Trí, Blackwillow Starling, Irish Millie, Mairi McGillivray, Sean Griffin, Colin Steele, John Doyle, Boiled In Lead GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX   The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items with what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2026   This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create this year's Best Celtic music episode. You have just three weeks to vote this year. Vote Now! THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC   0:02 - Intro: Tom Field   0:10 - Trí "The Manchester / The Old Bush / The Banks of the Ilen" from The Cuckoo Sings in May   3:31 - WELCOME   5:12 - Celtic Underground "John Ryan's Polka / Hills of Connemara" from You Can Always Go Home   8:52 - Blackwillow Starling "Guardian of the Grove" from Thornaeppel   11:36 - Caitlin Finley & Will Woodson "The Peeler's Jacket / The Duke of Leinster" from Once Through the Hall   14:01 - Irish Millie "CINEMA" from Can You See Me?   17:34 - FEEDBACK   19:14 - The Bilge Pumps "Roll the Old Chariot Along" from Greatest Hits, Vols I - VII   21:58 - Callan "Amazing Grace" from Callan Song Book   25:24 - Boiled In Lead "The King of the Dogwoods" from King of the Dogwoods   28:47 - Mairi McGillivray "'S Mòr mo Chùram" from Mo Thìr   31:46 - THANKS   33:41 - Hadrian's Wall "Check in with Toronto" from Play Us a Tune   36:43 - Colin Steele "Benromach" from Stramash II   43:20 - Sean Griffin "JFK" from People Are Mad   47:51 - The Tan and Sober Gentlemen "Rabbit" from Veracity   51:05 - CLOSING   51:56 - John Doyle "An Irishman's Epistle To The People Of America" from Free by Nature: Songs of the Irish in the American Revolution   56:50 - CREDITS   Support for this program comes from International speaker, Joseph Dumond, teaching the ancient roots of the Gaelic people. 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YouTube has quietly become one of the best platforms for ocean science communication, and in this episode Andrew breaks down exactly why. Fresh off yesterday's 2,000-episode milestone and the new Pisces Oceans licensing agreement, Andrew explains why he's diving back into YouTube after stepping away last spring, including the launch of a brand new daily show, Ocean Decoded Live. Andrew walks through his own history with video, from the early days of Speak Up for Blue TV through burnout, a rebrand, and now a fresh start under Ocean Decoded. He breaks down why YouTube's search-driven discovery beats subscriber-driven platforms for reaching new audiences, how B-roll and AI-assisted visuals solve the storytelling limits of audio-only podcasting, and why going live and unscripted brings back an authenticity that AI-written scripts were starting to erode. The episode closes with a practical look at YouTube's two-tier Partner Program, how the ad revenue and fan-funding splits actually work, and two real-world case studies in ocean science: Kristian Parton's Shark Bytes channel and KPassionate's marine mammal content. Andrew also previews tomorrow's interview with Amy Weldon of Blue Collar White Coats and shares where you can catch him talking workflow at IMCC8 in Edinburgh this November. Takeaways: YouTube is search-driven rather than subscriber-driven, which makes it a strong discovery platform for niche science content Andrew is relaunching Ocean Decoded Live, a Monday–Thursday livestream (expanding toward Friday) at 4 PM Eastern covering ocean news YouTube's Partner Program has two tiers: 500 subscribers unlocks fan funding (memberships, Super Chats), 1,000 subscribers plus 4,000 watch hours or 10 million Shorts views in 90 days unlocks full ad revenue Standard ad revenue splits 55% creator / 45% YouTube; Super Chats, Super Stickers, and memberships split 70% creator / 30% YouTube Going unscripted and live restores authenticity that Andrew felt was eroding when he leaned too heavily on AI-written scripts Kristian Parton's Shark Bytes and KPassionate are cited as examples of ocean science creators building sustainable income on YouTube Andrew will be discussing content workflow at IMCC8 in Edinburgh, Scotland, November 13–17, 2026 Support Independent Podcasts: https://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Need help with your ocean non-profit, company, or project? Get the help you need with Pisces Oceans Inc.: https://www.piscesoceans.ca Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Why do independent bottlers matter, and how do they let you taste whiskey that never makes it into a distillery's core range? In Episode 3 of Whiskey Lens, Jake Lewellen sits down with Sam Filmus, founder of Impex Beverage, to unpack the world of single casks and curated collections — and how Scotch whiskey makes its way onto American shelves.Sam walks through his path into the business, starting with an ethnic import company in California before pivoting into mainstream whiskey, and explains why independent bottling was such a hard sell in the early 2000s, when buyers expected a Macallan label to look like, well, a Macallan label. He and Jake dig into how the category has exploded since then — with Impex, Lost Lantern, and Single Cask Nation all building loyal followings — and how Impex curates each annual edition around its own theme, from single malts across Scotland's regions to grain whisky and blended malt.The conversation gets hands-on with two Impex selections: an 11-year Teaninich, a clean, Speyside-leaning Highland malt with a surprising backstory involving a distillery founder known as the "Blind Captain," and a 14-year cask-strength Ardmore, which becomes the jumping-off point for a real conversation about peat — Highland peat versus the more medicinal, maritime style associated with Islay. Sam also shares the story behind his favorite Impex bottling to date: a 25-year-old Springbank finished in a sherry cask under the guidance of Exclusive Malts' David Stirk.If you've ever wondered what "single cask" really means, why independent bottlers are reshaping how whiskey drinkers discover new distilleries, or how peated Scotch can be far more approachable than its reputation suggests, this episode is for you.Chapters:00:00 – Why Independent Bottlers Matter01:36 – Sam Filmus's Journey Into Whiskey03:23 – The Rise of Independent Bottling in the U.S.06:31 – Curating Impex: The Springbank 25 and Building Each Edition16:22 – Tasting Teaninich: Clean Distillate and the "Blind Captain" Story23:24 – Tasting Ardmore: Cask Strength and Highland Peat32:24 – Scotch's Wide Spectrum, and How to Buy Impex BottlingsSubscribe

I know it's been a long wait, and you've had to settle for listening to "The" Joe Rogan Experience or The Daily, or maybe for staring glassy-eyed at a chair or at your friends' faces while they ask you if you're sure you're okay. But you can stop all that now. We're back. And we're back with more C.S. Lewis, who in turn is back with a certain poet I like to call John Skelton. Because that was his name. Could he have been England's first rapper? Lil' Skeltie? Tune in and find out. This week, Dr. Katherine Wyma and I continue our tour of C.S. Lewis' Oxford History of English Literature (Excluding Drama), or, as he liked to call it, "the OHEL," because...he hated writing it. That said, it's quite clear that the research Lewis conducted for the book--for over a decade--inspired much of his creative work. Further, it's clear that he was interested in what he wrote about here and admired Skelton's poetry, at least a bit. We're in Book I of The Oxford History of English Literature today--mainly the section marked "The Close of the Middle Ages in England," and we're focusing on Skelton, because he is the most significant poet to write during this time--at least in England.  (We recorded an earlier episode on "The Close of the Middle Ages in Scotland," but I have, to my great regret, misplaced that file. So if you were hoping to get that Dunbar or Henryson fix we all need sometimes, I'm afraid you'll have to wait a bit longer--so sorry!) So join us (and Lewis) as we mark time with Skelton, thinking about old age, death, and eccentric rhythms that aren't quite meter, but also aren't quite...not meter. Among other things, we discuss: 0:00 — Introduction & the OHEL Project 7:38 — John Skelton & Eleanor Rumming 14:23 — Medieval Body Humor & Aging 18:06 — Skeltonic Meter & Philip Sparrow 23:50 — Lewis on Philip Sparrow 28:40 — Grief, Pets, and Childhood 33:26 — Lewis vs. Eliot & Wrap-up This is taken from Chapter 2 of  Here, by the way, are the two most famous Skelton poems we discuss: The Tunning of Elenor Rumming The Book of Philip Sparrow By the way--my reading of these poems is meant to sort of suggest how they sound without going full Middle (or even Early Modern) English on you. So, yes, I realize it's sort of neither fish nor fowl. But it was fun. If you want to add anything or make any suggestions, or just reach out and say hi, please don't hesitate to contact me at inklingsvarietyhour@gmail.com.  Next: George MacDonald's Lilith!

There was an eclipse visiable across Europe just before this podcast except for viewers in Scotland where the view was obscured by cloud but there was no eclipsing the performance of the bhoys on Sunday as they knocked 5 goals past Killie and Kasper knocked in 3 of his own in 30 first half minutes.Subscribers have already had the immediate post-game reaction of Harry in the mono-pod but for everyone else, the team assembled to give their view on the game and new signings.Enjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutubeThe Celtic Underground Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

Leslie Weidner is a nutritionist with over a decade of experience in nutrition and dietetics. She specializes in guiding women through the complex journey of perimenopause, helping them navigate hormonal changes with personalized nutrition plans and lifestyle adjustments.Over the past 5 years, Leslie has empowered women in perimenopause to make sustainable, healthy habit changes. In 2023, she moved from Kirkland, Washington to Scotland where she lives with her family. She coaches women virtually through her company Leslie Weidner Nutrition. We learn:Why keto, high protein and other fad diets failThe importance of fiber for perimenopausal womenWeight cycling leads to extra weight gain in the long runVisceral fat is a concern for health, not just appearanceWhy the scale isn't the best indicator for healthSelf-acceptance is important as bodies change with ageHow diet influences mental healthHow women metabolize alcohol differently during perimenopauseHormonal changes lead to increased fatigue and sleep issuesHormone replacement therapy can provide relief for some womenEating less and exercising more backfires during perimenopauseMorning sunlight can regulate circadian rhythmsHow social media can contribute to stress and disrupt sleepConnect with Leslie:https://www.instagram.com/perimenopause_nutritionist/Thank you for listening to our show. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a review and FOLLOW the show on Apple and Spotify. It will allow us to continue to bring more episodes your way!info@functionalmoms.com https://www.instagram.com/functionalmomspodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@functionalmomspodcast#PerimenopauseWeightLoss #WomenOver40 #HormonalWeightGain #HealthyAging #PerimenopauseDiet #HRT #MetabolismBoost #VisceralFat #PerimenopauseNutrition #FunctionalMoms

Enjoy a recent, ad-free Bitch Sesh episode with guest John Hill. To join Garbage World  head to www.caseyanddaniellesgarbageworld.com Casey and Danielle are joined by their brother in (muscular)arms, John Hill to talk the RHONY trailer and why we're afraid to love again. Do we dare? Also there's “Amanda and Kyle in the City” which is all we know that show as, Shannon's true colors peeking out again and the smallest spa ever in Scotland. God bless you ladies of Atlanta who continue to deliver week after week.Bravo News at 3:39In The City Reunion at 15:31Orange County at 21:45Atlanta at 44:36Go see John's Show! August 13th 7pm Los Angeleshttps://calendar.dynastytypewriter.com/shows/john-hill-silk-and-loose-13-aug

JT is flying solo today while Chad is crushing it over in Scotland. Bro dives deep into running for Burbank City Council again and why Ichiro might be the most beloved athlete ever. JT breaks down the star player mentality and why sometimes it can bleed into everyday life. He also talks going to concerts solo, fantasy football dictatorships, and why correcting people online might be humanity's strongest instinct. Then JT calls up his Doctor - Tom to talk Dune, Christopher Nolan vs. Denis Villeneuve and what working as an ER doctor teaches you about life. We also dive into investing regrets, career talk, marriage strategies, getting out of debt, and why maybe every bro should consider running for local office. A true solo pod meatball hope you enjoy the taste! We are live streaming a fully unedited version of the pod on Twitch, if you want to chat with us while we're recording, follow here: https://www.twitch.tv/chadandjtgodeepGrab some dank merch here: https://appreeshapparel.com/Come see us on Tour! JT JUST ADDED HEADLINE DATES FOR THE FALL!Get your tix - https://www.chadandjt.comTEXT OR CALL the hotline with your issue or question: 323-418-2019(Start with where you're from and name for best possible advice)Check out the reddit for some dank convo: https://www.reddit.com/r/ChadGoesDeep/Thanks to our Sponsors:Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/qc8ninke #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.PRODUCTION & EDITS BY: Jake RohretSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TABLE OF CONTENTS, JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 8-11-2-26Mary Kissel discusses North Korea's transformation into a critical military supplier for Russia's war in Ukraine, providing ballistic missiles and thousands of combat troops. This collaboration integrates Pyongyang into an "axis of tyranny" alongside Moscow, Beijing, and Tehran to challenge the West and NATO. Kissel notes that the Kim regime's involvement stems from a desire for cash, a need to demonstrate missile capabilities, and a shared goal of weakening U.S.global influence. This development highlights the long-term failure of U.S. diplomacy to prevent North Korean nuclear proliferation and serves as a warning regarding Iran. (1)Jonathan Schanzer addresses the mysterious absence of Iran's Supreme Leader and the resulting tightening grip of the IRGC on the government. The regime is characterized as sclerotic, relying on aging hardliners with "blood on their hands" to maintain power. Meanwhile, the Houthis have escalated attacks in the Red Sea, targeting Saudi infrastructure and shipping ports like Mocha and Jazan. Schanzer argues this is a strategic move by Iran to shut down trade on both sides of the Arabian Peninsula, exploiting a lack of unity between competitive regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. (2)Liz Peek analyzes the surprisingly vigorous U.S. economy, where consumer spending and small business optimism remain high despite elevated oil prices and stagnant job growth. While the Fed weighs interest rate hikes to curb inflation, a "wealth effect" from the stock market continues to buoy the economy. Politically, Peek highlights a "civil war" within the Democratic Party, where "revolutionary" candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are challenging the establishment in key swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin. These far-left candidates struggle with electability among moderate voters in general elections. (3)Joseph Sternberg observes that the current midterm cycle has become an "election about nothing," with both parties failing to articulate clear policy agendas. He argues that Congress has outsourced its constitutional authority to the executive branch and regulatory agencies, losing the habit of legislating. This vacuum is being filled by "celebrity influencers" from the MAGA and DSA factions who prioritize social media attention over governing. Consequently, critical issues like Social Security reform and fiscal reality are being ignored until an inevitable crisis forces congressional action. (4)Gregory Copley evaluates the new "Mecca Joint Defense Agreement" between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, which aims to counter Iranian influence despite mutual distrust among the members. The discussion also explores the massive transformation of global trade routes, including China's "Ice Silk Road" through the Arctic and Russia's International North-South Transport Corridor. Copley notes that these routes aim to bypass vulnerable maritime choke points like the Suez Canal and the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, he provides a report on King Charles III's summer activities and public engagements in Scotland. (5)Veronique de Rugy critiques the Trump administration's shift toward "socialism on the right," evidenced by the government taking ownership stakes in private companies like Intel. Often justified by national security, these interventions mirror European state-owned enterprise models that historically burden taxpayers and distort market competition. De Rugy argues that such moves make private companies hostage to government dictates, such as labor or diversity requirements. By adopting policies championed by far-left senators like Bernie Sanders, the administration risks damaging long-term economic efficiency and creating a "state enterprise" system similar to China's. (6)Ahmad Sharawi explains that Russia has secured its military foothold in Syria through a new memorandum of understanding with the Al-Shara government. Russia will maintain access to vital maritime and aerial bases for its operations in the Mediterranean and Africa, while Syria remains dependent on Russian grain and energy. Sharawi notes that the U.S. appears to be losing diplomatic leverage by removing sanctions without obtaining counterterrorism concessions or progress in neutralizing ISIS. The new Syrian administration is successfully playing major powers against each other to maintain domestic stability and maximize international benefits. (7)Samuel Ben-Ur and Bill Roggio discuss the "Board of Peace" plan for post-war Gaza, which proposes a civilian Palestinian government overseen by international forces. A significant impasse remains: Israel refuses to withdraw until Hamas is disarmed, while Hamas has endorsed the plan, likely hoping its allies—Turkey and Qatar—will oversee the verification process. The discussion reveals that Gaza's tunnel network is more extensive than previously believed, with only 40–50% cleared after years of war. One proposed solution to prevent Hamas from regrouping is filling the remaining tunnels with cement. (8)Thaddeus McCotter analyzes the Michigan Senate race between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed, a Rhodes Scholar supported by the far-left DSA. El-Sayed's primary victory over the Democratic establishment highlights the growing influence of "woke" ideology in college towns. While El-Sayed attempts to pivot to the center for the general election, his lack of a public voting record makes his true agenda difficult to pin down. McCotter suggests the race will test whether voters will reject the "Jacobin" manifestations of cancel culture and extreme progressive policies in favor of a more traditional candidate. (9)All nine files this time, with Gregory Copley in place at (5).

Gregory Copley evaluates the new "Mecca Joint Defense Agreement" between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, which aims to counter Iranian influence despite mutual distrust among the members. The discussion also explores the massive transformation of global trade routes, including China's "Ice Silk Road" through the Arctic and Russia's International North-South Transport Corridor. Copley notes that these routes aim to bypass vulnerable maritime choke points like the Suez Canal and the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, he provides a report on King Charles III's summer activities and public engagements in Scotland. (5)

Who were the mysterious peoples who ruled parts of Scotland for 500 years? What is the true origin of the Loch Ness Monster? Is there a secret code behind the Pictish carved stones? What do recent excavations at Rhynie tell us about the Picts? William and Anita are joined by Professor Gordon Noble, Director of the Northern Picts Project and co-author of Picts: Scourge of Rome, Rulers of the North, to uncover the hidden world of the Picts. Summer sale is here: get an annual Empire Club membership for an extra 20% off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, early-access, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over.   For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com. Email: empire@goalhanger.com Instagram: @empirepoduk Blue Sky: @empirepoduk X: @empirepoduk Assistant Producer: Imogen Marriott Editor: Bruno Di Castri Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Producer: Anouska Lewis Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we look at the government's response to extreme heat, and fires around the country, as he chairs a meeting of the government's emergency Cobra committee, as temperatures are set to soar again.Firefighters are continuing to tackle a wildfire in the New Forest, Hampshire, which started on Sunday, and in Scotland fire crews are still fighting a wildfire in the Cairngorms that first broke out on 15 July.We look at what the government is doing and the political position it puts Andy Bunham, in with Green Party leader Zack Polanski saying it means there should be no new oil and gas extraction in the North Sea.Scotland editor James Cook is back on, as well as broadcasting legend Kirsty Wark, who we try to convince that solar eclipses aren't boring.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXdNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Noah Dunnett. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Michael Block is in the golf news again, withdrawing from a European senior tour event he was playing in under a sponsors exemption. Block, who withdrew on the 12th hole at Trump International in Aberdeen, Scotland, may have worn out his welcome with sponsors after this. We will discuss on this episode. Michael Brennan won the Wyndham Championship in North Carolina this week for his 2nd PGA Tour win. We will discuss his win and the ramifications on the PGA Tour for the FedEx Cup playoffs starting next week. Bryson DeChambeau made some interesting comments this week about the future of LIV and his playing future in golf. We will discuss yet again LIV golf and what could happen in the future. Subscribe to the Break80 Podcast on Apple, Spotify and YouTube for weekly golf coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the Coven of Awesomeness Podcast! This week we have one of our OG listeners, Tara, on the pod to talk to us about becoming an election poll worker. But first, let's get political with some Witchy Would You Rather!Tara shares with us how she became an election worker, what it's like behind the scenes on polling days, and how being an election poll worker makes her life more awesome.Speaking of awesome -  Renee has been to see the Odyssey, Louise has been hitting the gym, and Tara has been enjoying a new audiobook series.For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode270Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

What if you don't know exactly what comes next?Maybe that's okay.Jane Scott didn't follow a carefully planned career path. She stayed curious. She kept learning. And she paid attention when new opportunities came her way.Jane is Director of Marketing Communications at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, Scotland. Her career has taken her from publishing to teaching English in Japan, marketing, communications and higher education leadership.In our conversation, Jane talks about the experiences that shaped her along the way—and why she believes it's important not to get so focused on one destination that you miss another opportunity.We also talk about emotional intelligence and what she learned from living and working in another country.  Those experiences helped shape the way she communicates and leads today.One thing that stayed with me from our conversation: Jane doesn't point to one big turning point that changed everything. Her career was built step by step.I think there's a lesson in that for all of us.You don't always need to have the whole path figured out. Sometimes you just need to stay curious, keep learning and be open to what comes next.In this episode:How curiosity can lead to unexpected opportunitiesWhat Jane learned from living and working in JapanWhy emotional intelligence mattersHow experience shapes the way we communicate and leadWhy staying open can help you find your next stepA question to think about:What opportunity might you notice if you stopped worrying about having everything figured out?Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What's Nextwith Judy OskamDid you enjoy this episode? send me a text! Life doesn't come with a roadmap.On Stories of Change, Judy Oskam talks with entrepreneurs, leaders, artists, educators and students about moments that changed the direction of their lives. We talk about the decisions they make, the challenges they face, and what they learn along the way. Do you have an idea for a guest interview?  Please let me know. Check out my TEDx talk.  Why you should take action - then figure it out.

This podcast is sponsored by Earn Haus.  More information at www.EarnHaus.com/Bobandtom The BOB & TOM Show — August 11, 20266:00 Grease-n-ArtKristi out, Jess inHooker the Cooker pollLetter — Bought a dashboard symbolLetter — Rename a boat “Pussy Galore”Letter — Worked at an insurance companyLetter — Two doctors who worked at the same place got marriedLetter — Husband's grandfather had an unusual nameSports — Buffalo Bills' new stadium and potential vision obstructionsBob and Tom need a subscription page — JessChild would not sit in a seat on a plane; parent and child were removedYoga pants song — Pat In Studio — JeffLetter — Hearing “SUV crossovers” brings cross-your-heart bras to mindCrossover bras were difficult to remove — JeffMan plans to attempt to break the sound barrier in a hydrogen-powered carSausage patty and two honey buns — Jess's breakfast sandwichLetter — First concert was Rush with Mom; too much smoke in the crowdTom and his mom are called pansies — ChickHaving a cheerleader throw a red flag in footballSWR — Longest hair on a living person; an eight-foot-long hairstyle in IndiaMarmots on a subscription siteDrinking while standing up in EnglandNeeded a soft drink; man talking to a clerk says he is going to wrap it up soon — Jeff asks about the man wearing maroon sweatpants Australian police saw a mannequin and thought it was a dead bodySex toy and the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald — Gordon Lightfoot — PatDog made friends with a duck and is happy nowWhere lingerie purchases are most common; where role-play items are most popularCan buy unusual adult novelty items — JoshWomen's rear ends may be more popular than breastsBig butts and copyrightToday in HistoryKarma and a medical procedure — ChickDoes not want to taste personal lubricant — Jeff Funny ButtFecal transplants and insomniaFecal transplants and peanut allergies — Tom“In the morning, nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina” — Pat GodwinThe Penis Woods in Scotland is being cut downBelgian divers find 160-year-old Guinness beer dating from 1864 7:008:009:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

August 8, 2026 is the 45th anniversary of the Reduced Shakespeare Company's first performance at the Northern California Renaissance Faire in 1981, and co-artistic directors Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor discuss the RSC's legacy from their respective locations in California and Edinburgh, Scotland. Reed and Austin share the subtle nuances between being a pack-rat and an "archivist;" how it's nearly impossible (or at least too time-consuming to bother) to count the number of performances the RSC has given over the years; favorite moments they've experienced; memorable Edinburgh Fringe highlights; how the RSC helped changed the reputation of the Criterion Theatre, their West End home for almost ten record-breaking years; the generations of artists they've inspired; and how the Reduced Shakespeare Company Podcast has acquired more than four million listens in its 20 years and maybe skipped a week here and there but never missed one. (Length 22:20) (PICTURED, top: RSC founding members Jess Winfield, Daniel Singer, and Adam Long in the early 1980s; bottom: Doug Harvey, Geoffrey Barnes, and Austin Tichenor in 2025.) The post RSC 45th Anniversary appeared first on Reduced Shakespeare Company.

Re-release | In honor of the publication of the paperback edition of Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil, we're re-releasing this conversation with V.E. Schwab Host Jason Blitman welcomes bestselling author Victoria "V.E." Schwab for a conversation about her remarkable milestone—her 25th book, Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil. They discuss the profound power of names, exploring how identity shapes both fantasy storytelling and LGBTQIA+ narratives, the impact of representation in literature, and the moment that nearly drove Schwab to walk away from writing altogether. VICTORIA “V. E.” SCHWAB is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty books. Schwab's series and standalone titles for readers of all ages have made her a major literary figure, whose notable works include the Villains series, the Shades of Magic universe, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, and Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil. When not haunting Paris streets or writing in the corner of her favorite coffee shop, she lives in Edinburgh, Scotland.SUBSTACK! MERCH! WATCH! CONTACT! hello@gaysreading.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We chat with Graham, a Rabbie's driver-guide in Edinburgh, about what turns a simple day trip into a friendly, personal experience. We break down how small group touring works, from the first meet-up at the bus station to the last stop, with practical tips on choosing a route and packing for Scotland's weather.Why a 16 seater bus changes the whole feel of a tourWhat a driver-guide actually does beyond drivingHow the morning meet and greet and check-in works at Edinburgh Bus StationBuilding a relaxed group dynamic without forcing itBalancing storytelling, scenery, music and quiet timeHow long you get at stops and why flexibility mattersWho books these tours: solo travellers, couples, families and return visitorsPopular routes including Loch Ness, Glencoe, Skye, castles and whisky toursWhy multi-day tours sell out and which one Graham recommends firstWhat to bring: waterproofs, comfy shoes, layers, charger and power bankOur best tip: pick the tour that excites you mostBook here and use the code UKTP10 for 10% off.If you're planning your own UK trip and have a question, do leave us a voice message through SpeakPipe. If you enjoyed this one, please share it with someone who's dreaming of Scotland, and leave us a review on your favourite podcast app.Still planning your UK or Ireland trip?Rabbie's small-group tours are a brilliant way to see more without the hassle of driving or planning everything yourself. With departures from cities such as Edinburgh, London and Dublin, it's easy to add a multi-day adventure to your itinerary. Have a look at their tours and any current offers on their website - Rabbies.comSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJacqui Lents shares her August 2026 audio newsletter, including a Scotland travel story where her phone's audio-to-text gets a foul mouth. Writers are encouraged to take part in the short story submissions for her podcast's Story Share series, and listen to episode 102. The month's Ridiculous Reads pick is Everything's Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh, plus a September Bookish Flights book club featuring Walsh. A special thanks is extended to the attendees of the Crooked Nook event at Sherwood Brewery. Also new dresses for upcoming author events are incoming. Here are events: August 15, 2026 1:00 - 4:00 pmCalliope Bookshelf66870 Van Dyke Rd Washington, MI 48095 Holland Literary Festival, 70+ authors will be there.September 12, 2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pmHolland Town Center 12330 James St Holland, MI 49424 Apple Festival October 10, 2026 1:00 - 3:00 pm The Moorings222 Bridge St. Charlevoix, MI, 49720To learn more or sign up for the newsletter, go to www.jacquilents.com

This episode is the first in a series covering our Scotland Golf Trip! Part 1 - travel day Part 2 - Nairn Golf Club. Thanks to Marillion for the opening and closing theme song!

Johnny Mac shares five good news stories: International Skinny Dip Day, officially recognized by the American Association for Nude Recreation, has raised over $60,000 for the Fistula Foundation since 2019, funding surgery for about 96 women, with 571 participants at Blind Creek Nude Beach in Fort Pierce, Florida. In Rhode Island, Centerville Bank gave employees $100 gas gift cards, and many chose to donate them to Meals on Wheels to help cover fuel costs for its 26-car fleet. A 230-foot renewable-energy sailing yacht, Zero, launched in the Netherlands, using hydro generation, nearly 1,000 square feet of solar panels, wind power, and batteries to run up to two weeks. In Scotland, rescuers carried a sick Labrador, Tokyo, off a mountain; vets suspected cannabis edible ingestion. In British Columbia, a bear stole a golfer's clubs. 00:10 Skinny Dip Fundraiser01:04 Gas Cards Donated02:15 Renewable Yacht Launch03:02 Dog Mountain Rescue04:01 Bear Steals ClubsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/5-good-news-stories-happiness-and-fun--5747537/support.5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast with five positive, uplifting news stories to brighten your day. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media networkJohn also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media!  For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

We are pleased to introduce for the first time in this edition ‘Almost Random' on the Cyclical label. The musicians' compositions blend light and dark ambient sounds, incorporating atmospheric elements and subtle touches of symphonic scoring. Based in Scotland, Portland Vows delivers an immersive auditory experience characterized by minimalistic sparkling undertones and light female voices. Orca Attack! is Elizabeth Joan Kelly and David Rodriguez, a duo from New Orleans blending swamp rock, space opera and folk music, exemplifying certainly experimental sounds. It was sad to hear that musician Loren Nerell passed away in July 2026 at the age of 65. He dedicated many decades to blending ambient electronic music with gamelan, leaving behind a rich legacy. As a tribute, we have selected two tracks from his 2016 release ‘The Venerable Dark Cloud,' on the U.S. label Projekt. Sequences Playlist No 292 02.40 Lisa Bella Donna ‘Antarctic' (album Mindframes) https://lisabelladonna.bandcamp.com/album/mindframes 06.39 Silver Galaxy 'Soliton' (album Soliton) https://silvergalaxy-official.bandcamp.com/album/silver-galaxy-soliton*** 16.50 Jim Ottaway ‘Dreams And Visions (Treasures Of Light) https://jimottaway.bandcamp.com 22.58 Jim Ottaway 'Strange Paradox' 28.12 Jim Ottaway 'Tomorrow Never Comes' 34.20 Kitaro ‘Shimpi Naru Suna No Mai' (Magical Sand Dance)' (album In Person) https://www.discogs.com/release/500495-Kitaro-In-Person-Digital 42.37 deepspace ‘Atlas Minor-Juno, Queen Of The Clouds' (album The Atlas Sector) www.projekt.com 46.33 deepspace ‘Atlas Prime - THE VIEW OF Atlas Prime' 52.38 deepspace ‘The Atlas Sector - t h e l o n e l i e s t p a t h ‘ 57.55 Andy Pickford ‘Colony' (album Outland) https://andypickford1.bandcamp.com/album/outland 01.04.49 Andy Pickford '52 Blue' 01.12.04 theAdelaidean ‘Dreaming Starlight' (album Airward) www.projekt.com 01.17.25 Portland Vows ‘Here Is Where It Starts' (album Cuckoo) Portland Vows 01.20.06 Portland Vows ‘This Was The Boy' 01.23.57 Christian Fiesel ‘On A Second Thought' (album On A Second Thought) *** https://cyclicaldreams.bandcamp.com/album/on-a-second-thought-cyd-0162 01.34.37 Almost Random ‘It Reach Everything' (album Fragments From The Waning World) https://cyclicaldreams.bandcamp.com/album/dreams-1 01.43.21 Mathias Grassow & Stephen Parsick ‘Gratitude-and-Humility part 1'(album Gratitude-and-Humility) *** https://stephenparsick.bandcamp.com 01.53.04 Steve Roach ‘The Current Above' (album The Current Above-Immersion Seven) *** www.projekt.com 02.04.02 Peter Phippen & Eric “The” Taylor 'Century Folding pt 1' (album Two By Twilight) www.projekt.com 02.14.52 Tim Stebbing ‘Numincator' (album Nixieland) https://tim-stebbing.bandcamp.com/album/nixieland 02.23.03 Billy Denk 'Abbey Of Light' (album Consider The Ravens) https://wayfarermusicgroup.bandcamp.com/album/consider-the-ravens 02.28.11 Loren Nerell ‘Ablution' (album The Venerable Dark Cloud) www.projekt.com 02.30.22 Loren Nerell ‘Dark Horizon' 02.36.15 Orca Attack!' Grass In The Moonlight' (single) https://mortalitytables.bandcamp.com/album/grass-in-the-moonlight 02.39.36 Thy Veils ‘One Endless Trail of Sunsets' (single) https://thyveils.bandcamp.com/track/one-endless-trail-of-sunsets-y30 02.46.14 Ross Christopher ‘The Day the Rapture Never Happened' (EP Echoes Of Our Ancestors) https://rosschristopher.bandcamp.com/album/echoes-of-our-ancestors 02.50.08 Formless Cascade ‘River Of Experience' (EP Along The Way) https://formlesscascade.bandcamp.com/album/along-the-way 02.52.25 Endless Lake ‘Sereno' (EP Sereno) https://valleyviewrecords.bandcamp.com/album/sereno 02.54.59 Jyrante 'Twilight Glow' (EP Sleeping With The Stars) https://jyrante.bandcamp.com/album/sleeping-with-the-stars Edit***

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For the first time in SGS history, the Staysure Legends Tour leads the show! Three-plus years after he burst onto the scene with - according to one Golf Journalist - a "super enjoyable and insightful" walk-and-talk at Oak Hill, Michael Block has done it again. Andy and Brendan are giddy to discuss the latest in Blockiemania, a DISQUALIFICATION from the Staysure PGA Seniors Championship in Scotland. As first reported by Ryan French of Monday Q Info, Blockie walked off the course on the 12th hole of Sunday's round after he had already been penalized for showing up late to his tee time. Brendan is in disbelief that Michael Block is still making headlines in August of 2026 and Andy isn't buying Blockie's Instagram Story explanation for walking off the course. Eventually they move on to the Wyndham Championship, where Michael Brennan finally made good on all of the hype after his win at Black Desert last fall. Brennan shared an emotional moment with his mother on the 18th green following his win at Sedgefield and practically turned this PGA Tour event into a Masters ad that could be used for years to come. Andy and Brendan take a look at the Top 70 of the FedEx Cup rankings as we move into the Sweat Swing, with Jackson Koivun making the cut on the number after an up-and-down Sunday round. At LIV New York, Joaquin Niemann extended his all-time lead in LIV victories, Jon Rahm secured another season-long championship, and Bryson got caught rambling about the "global game of golf" at a press conference. A brief bit of news rounds out this Monday episode, as both Andy and Brendan are stunned by a surprise entrant into the FedEx St. Jude as the all-important playoffs begin!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah tried out a virtual Blockbuster this weekend. Sombr is pretty happy for a sad boy. Benson Boone had to cancel his Sacramento show at the last minute. Jason Sudeikis doesn't know about mail forwarding. Coke is kosher! A little investigation into Liberia. A man in Scotland dresses up as a plant as a way to switch up getting drunk. Have you been spending more or less time outdoors this summer?

Hour 1: Sarah tried out a virtual Blockbuster this weekend. Sombr is pretty happy for a sad boy. Benson Boone had to cancel his Sacramento show at the last minute. Jason Sudeikis doesn't know about mail forwarding. Coke is kosher! A little investigation into Liberia. A man in Scotland dresses up as a plant as a way to switch up getting drunk. Have you been spending more or less time outdoors this summer? Hour 2: ‘Michael' is now streaming on Stars. A small update on Perez Hilton. Mark Zuckerberg's mega yacht declined to help a boat in trouble. Mama June has opinions on her daughter's OnlyFans stardom. The Bay Bridge has upcoming closures we should be aware of. A couple found a dress code loophole. The hours it takes to physically feed your family really stack up. Hour 3: Remember Lavender from Harry Potter? Here's what she's up to… on OnlyFans! Can you use ocean water to cook your pasta? Ask Brooklyn Beckham. Kylie Jenner's birthday party looked pink! The NFL is warming up. The world record for the longest hair is WAY longer than you'd guess. Why are our liquids still banned at the airport? It's the summer of purse guys! Hour 4: O.A.R. is at The Masonic on Wednesday, and John Mellencamp is at Shoreline this week. The Whittlin' Fiddler has passed away at 109 years old. Ariana Grande's album goes #1 - that's 7 in a row. The inaugural LA Jazz Festival was canceled. Who were the top voices of New Wave? Lazy people, rejoice! It's your day. Vinnie is confused by tipping, and so is Shake Shack. Can Sarah and the gang remember how these nursery rhymes end? Let's play!

Lawrence Haggart had everything to look forward to. A gifted teenage footballer who had already signed for Celtic and represented Scotland at youth level, Lawrence appeared destined for a bright future in the game he loved. But after an ordinary evening out with friends, his life was brought to a devastating end in a brutal attack that left his family and community searching for answers.In this episode, I examine the investigation into Lawrence's murder, the extraordinary mistakes that saw detectives become fixated on the wrong suspects, and how the real killer was eventually brought to justice.Support me at Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrimeWriting Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117Watch my YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@Adam-uktruecrime/videosGet All The News First - Subscribe To My Newsletterhttps://uktruecrime.comJoin UK True Crime Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cal Flyn is an award-winning writer from the Highlands of Scotland. She writes creative nonfiction, literary criticism, and long-form journalism. Cal's journalistic writing has been published in Granta, National Geographic, The Wall Street Journal, The Sunday Times, The Economist, and others. On this episode of Nature Revisited, Flyn poses the question "What is Wilderness"? For thousands of years, people have sought out uncontrolled, unknown, or uncharted nature in search of religious epiphany, self-actualization, and an escape from modern life. But having traversed the most forbidding, untamed and inhospitable wild lands—the supposedly uninhabited wilds of the world—she found that such truly untouched lands don't exist: Nearly every wilderness has been or is actively inhabited by humans. By viewing the notion of wilderness as a human construct, Flyn reveals how much we can still discover in wilderness, both as an idea and a vital part of the living world. www.calflyn.com/ www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/761751/the-savage-landscape-by-cal-flyn/ Listen to Nature Revisited on your favorite podcast apps, on YouTube, or at https://noordenproductions.com Subscribe on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/bdz4s9d7 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/5n7yx28t Subscribe on Youtube Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bddd55v9 Podlink: https://pod.link/1456657951 Support Nature Revisited https://noordenproductions.com/support Nature Revisited is produced by Stefan van Norden and Charles Geoghegan. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions - contact us at https://noordenproductions.com/contact

THE CENSORS' THREAT TO ARTIn his latest Lowdown podcast, Nick Cohen talks to Sally Gimson, editor of Index on Censorship, discussing her report on censorship and the lack of political drama in the British arts scene. Sally explains that despite a strong left-wing political passion in the arts, there is a dearth of political theatre, with institutions playing it safe to avoid controversy. She describes how plays are now heavily workshopped and censored by committees, leading to bland and inoffensive productions. Sally highlights specific examples, such as the canceled production of A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Royal Exchange in Manchester, which was deemed too political. Nick and Sally also discuss the chilling effect of funding dependencies, such as deals with China, and political pressures, particularly in Scotland where the SNP's dominance has stifled satire. Sally concludes with a critique of the self-censorship and institutional timidity that is rendering the arts irrelevant and apolitical.Read all about it!@SallyGimson is editor of @IndexCensorship, aTrustee of Abortion Talk. Sally's Fabian pamphlet Building Bridges in the wake of the Labour Party's 2019 defeat on what it needed to enhance its futjure election chances https://fabians.org.uk/publication/building-bridges/ was published in 2020.Nick Cohen's @NichCohen4 regular Substack column Writing from London on politics and culture from the UK and beyond is another must-read. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2024 three NYC comics decided to embark on a journey to Scotland to do a a showcase show at Edinburgh Fringe that almost destroyed their friendship Are you ready to be done here? Grab your headphones, hit play, and get ready to laugh, cry, and learn. This is “We're Done Here”, and we're done talking. Now it's your turn to listen.

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Episode 35 - In which Gordon Stewart delves into the reign of king James IV of Scotland, the battle of Flodden Field, and the king's unusual afterlife. Recorded, produced and radiophonically designed by Nick Cole-Hamilton. The thumbnail image for this episode is The Battle of Flodden Field by Edward Burne-Jones The Tales From Wyrd Scotland logo was designed by Andrew Cowan: www.andrewcowan.co/ This is a You Better Run Media production.

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#1029 | A manager out, a manager in, and a word the club would very much like everyone to start using? Ed talks to Andy Slater of the Barmy Article fanzine about Marc Skinner's exit and Eva Olid's arrival at United Women. What's Skinner's legacy after 5 years? A first major trophy in the 2024 FA Cup, four cup finals and a Champions League quarter-final, all on roughly the fourth biggest budget in the league. Also plan A football with no plan B, and a personality that split the fanbase down the middle. Olid arrives with just four weeks until kick-off, fresh from a first-ever SWPL title at Hearts. Catalan coaching philosophy, five years in Scotland, and a record of developing young players on a small budget. A strong profile, or a job description written by United's finance department? Then to the summer market. Melvine Malard to Chelsea for a club-record fee, Galton, Turner, Blundell, Naalsund and George all gone, Medina and Leitzig in. The club's briefing is sustainability. Finally the academy, where Layla Drury, Jessica Anderson and Scarlett Hill have all signed professional terms. United start the season away at London City Lionesses on 4 September, with Mary Earps in goal. 00:00 Introduction 01:49 Revisiting the Skinner Era 04:56 Recruitment and Budget 08:41 Eva Olid: United's New Manager 11:44 Departures and Transfer Window 17:08 Sustainable Strategy 22:15 Academy and Youth Players 26:44 Season Expectations 30:46 Opening WSL Game vs London City If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WHO BUILT THE MEGALITHS?Bestselling author, researcher and filmmaker Freddy Silva returns to the Typical Skeptic Podcast for a deep investigation into his newest documentary, MEGALITH.More than 100,000 megaliths once covered the French region of Brittany, creating what Freddy describes as the world's largest megalithic metropolis. Similar monuments appear across Portugal, Scotland and southern England—but why were these locations selected, and how were stones reaching 60 feet tall transported as far as 40 miles?Freddy's investigation uncovers remarkable connections involving:

Auditor Tessa Hayman from Scotland returns after qualifying for the Scottish Endurance Team and we just love listening to her talk. Plus, some history, a movie review and some Realli BAD Adz. Listen in…HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4014 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsPic Credit: Auditor Tessa HaymanGuest: Auditor Tessa HaymanSpalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order. Additional support for this podcast provided by: RideTV, US Rider, My New Horse, Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps: 02:32 - Horse of the Week: First Class04:00 - Daily Whinnies07:07 - Camp Pendleton stables & Sgt. Reckless update08:26 - Spider-Man movie review17:31 - Tessa from Scotland26:36 - This Day in Equine History segment31:11 - Really Bad Ads53:59 - Vacation Roulette international plans

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Three thousand years ago, prehistoric Scotland was a landscape of rival communities, raids and warfare. Bands of warriors fought for power and territory leaving behind extraordinary weapons that reveal a more violent side to Scotland's ancient past.In this episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is joined by Dr Matthew Knight, Senior Curator of Prehistory at the National Museum of Scotland, to explore Scotland's first warriors. Who were these Bronze Age fighters? What did their weapons reveal about their status and identity? And how did warfare shape life in prehistoric Scotland?MOREThe Ancients is now on YouTube! Watch here: @TheAncientsPodcastPresented by Tristan Hughes. Audio editor is Aidan Lonergan. Video Editor is Matthew Wilson. Produced by Joseph Knight and McKenna Fernandez. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic SoundsThe Ancients is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week, plus early access, ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Without A Country, Corinne Fisher covers host of topics including the primary races that are splitting the democratic party in half, AI companies signing NDA's to take rare books out of print and destroy them for training purposes because thats how the laws are written, the reports of protesters murdered in Iran reaching new eyes thanks to reporting from Amnesty International and more, why Fox New's ad based business model is more welcoming to the every man, listener emails pertaining to last weeks story on Lindsay Clancy's trial, A God Watch on Amy Klobuchar and Mike Lindell BOTH being the top candidates for a governership despite both having ties to an Anti-LGBTQ Christian group, Lab Monkeys going for twice the rate as China ramps up biotech, why people can't stop talking about Ariana Grande's body and so much more!GLASGOW, SCOTLAND! 14 Aug https://punchlinepromotions.co.uk/event/corinne-fisher-live-in-glasgow/LOS ANGELES! Get your tickets to GASH October 25: https://events.leapevents.com/event/gash-2026SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON:https://patreon.com/WithoutACountry?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFOLLOW WITHOUT A COUNTRY ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/withoutacountrypodcast/FOLLOW CORINNE ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/philanthropygalFOLLOW MIKE ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/themharrington/FOLLOW ALONG:Why Democratic Socialism Appeals to Young Votershttps://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/07/31/why-democratic-socialism-appeals-young-voters/GOD WATCH Clergy confessions stay in the church?https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/03/arizona-clergy-child-abuse-confessions-courtMike Lindell and Amy Klobucharhttps://jonathanlarsen.substack.com/p/klobuchar-and-lindell-a-family-feud?utm_source=substack%2Csubstack&utm_medium=email%2Cemail&utm_campaign=email-restack-comment&r=6ki7zm&triedRedirect=trueMAIN STORIESWhy Abdul El-Sayed Wonhttps://www.thefp.com/p/abdul-el-sayed-wins-michigan-senate-primary?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=emailhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/2/how-much-has-aipac-spent-against-michigans-abdul-el-sayed-and-whyMURDERING PROTESTORS IN IRANhttps://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2026/07/iran-end-escalating-campaign-of-arbitrary-executions-and-death-sentences-against-protesters/AI Rare Bookshttps://www.404media.co/ai-companies-are-buying-tons-of-old-books-because-theyre-free-of-ai-slop/GUUUURLPerez Hilton https://www.wired.com/story/tiktok-says-moderator-error-kept-perez-hilton-livestream-on-platform/Ariana Grande https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/03/entertainment/ariana-grande-weight-body-cecSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedian and former late-night host Craig Ferguson joins Neal Brennan on the Blocks Podcast to explore the "blocks" that have defined his life and career. From his upbringing in Scotland and the impact of sectarian violence to his iconic run on the Late Late Show and over 30 years of sobriety, Craig opens up with deep introspection and his trademark wit. They delve into the realities of fame, the importance of vulnerability, and the turning points that changed everything.Check out Craig's new series 'American on Purpose' on CNN.

Margaret Fleming was a vulnerable young woman who disappeared from the lives of almost everyone who knew her. For years, questions about her whereabouts went unanswered, until an investigation uncovered a web of deception that would become one of Scotland's most disturbing criminal cases. In this episode, I examine Margaret's life, the circumstances that led to her disappearance, and how the truth eventually came to light.I release episodes of the UK True Crime podcast every Tuesday and Friday, so please do join me again on Friday for the next story. And don't forget to join me on Sunday for episode three of the series into the life and death of Ed Cornes, where I focus on the investigation into the Stephen Port - did the Met Police make the same mistakes in their investigation into Ed's death?Support me at Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrimeWatch my YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@Adam-uktruecrime/videosGet All The News First - Subscribe To My Newsletterhttps://uktruecrime.comJoin UK True Crime Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Soly and TC are joined by our friend Jim Hartsell to discuss his new book “A Round of Scottish Courses” and his travels to Scotland to explore the hidden gem courses along the western coast. Support our Sponsors: Titleist Rhoback AT&T East Sands Golf Co.  If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Nest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: No Laying Up's community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro shop, and an annual member gift. It's a $90 annual membership, and you can sign up or learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nolayingup.com/join⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the No Laying Up Newsletter here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://newsletter.nolayingup.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the No Laying Up Podcast channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@NoLayingUpPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices