Podcasts about Scotland

Jess takes a drive down the road to visit her local distillery -- not everyone can say that! -- Glasgow Distillery.  Listen in as Jess has a sit down with Libby Barmby & Niall Hall of Glasgow Distillery. The discuss the ins and outs of the distillery and the whiskies they make along with why they all feel Glasgow is the best city in Scotland. You'll not want to miss this.  Now, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Are France really clear favourites? And how real is Ireland's decline? Chris, Gareth and Tom are back as this year's Six Nations gets underway on Thursday. Tom argues this is a huge opportunity for Scotland and asks why they shouldn't aspire to be outstanding. Gareth is less optimistic about Wales, though he believes they still have a couple of genuine match-winners. The guys run the rule over all six sides and ask what success looks like for each. And Chris has been left a little frustrated folowing the release of the World Cup schedule this week.

Reports have surfaced that Dorinda Medley is being a horrible person inside The Traitors castle in Scotland. Eliminated contestant Ron Funches claims that the things Dorinda said to him are so personal and so horrific that NBC had to edit them out. All of a sudden this reunion cannot come fast enough. The real reason Sutton fired Avi is exposed. Lisa Rinna blames Lisa Vanderpump for her villain edit. Mauricio drama is set to take center stage at the RHOP reunion. Julie Chrisley gives Wendy Osefo advice should she end up in jail. Last, but not least. Carl and Venita head to London together.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: GROW THERAPY - GrowTherapy.com/VELVET (Whatever Challenges You're Facing, Grow Therapy Is Here To Help QUINCE - quince.com/velvetrope (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns to As You Indulge In Affordable Luxury) MOOD - www.mood.com/velvet (20% Off With Code Velvet on Federally Legal THC Shipped Right To Your Door) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWelcome to our Reference Degustation where, every February, we explore common and recurring themes of a writer/director's filmography. This year we found our way to Scotland with Lynne Ramsay.Navigate the garbage filled streets to the canal of struggle and friendship? Hop on the bus with Ratcatcher this week.If you'd like to watch along, we plan on covering the below...Ratcatcher (1999)Morvern Callar (2002)We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011)You Were Never Really Here (2017)Die My Love (2025)Check out more tasty Reference Degustations...2020 - Hayao Miyazaki2021 - Taika Waititi2022 - Quentin Tarantino2023 - Takashi Miike2024 - Martin Scorsese2025 - Spike LeeWebsite | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Summary: The Age of Victoria continues its 2026 “Famine & Revolution” series by stepping away from the political scandals of Lola Montez and into the microscopic world of a biological invader. In this episode, we begin our deep dive into the “Hungry Forties” by looking at the environmental and material foundations of the era. Using the “Longue Durée” framework of the Annales School, we explore the forces that dictate the fate of civilizations. We examine the “Malthusian Trap”—the point where surging urban populations outstripped the land's ability to feed them—and why the humble potato was both the savior and the Achilles’ heel of the 19th-century economy. Support the Show: This podcast is fiercely independent and relies on listener support to maintain access to academic archives and primary sources. To help us reach our goal of 25 paying patrons this month and keep the history deep, please join the crew at: Patreon.com/ageofvictoria Key Topics Covered: The Annales School & Fernand Braudel: Why history is more than just economics or the work of great people—it is the slow, grinding reality of the “Longue Durée”: climate, biology, and the material systems that constrain human action. The “Biological Invader”: The science of Phytophthora infestans. How a fungus from the Americas managed to cross the Atlantic and “dissolve” the food supply of a continent. The Malthusian Trap: A demographic analysis of the early 19th century. We look at the “tipping point” where population growth finally collided with limited agricultural resources. Urbanisation & The Hinterland: How industrial mega-cities like London and Paris broke the traditional link between people and their food sources, creating a precarious global supply chain. The Chemistry of the Potato: Why the potato was the “perfect” industrial crop—producing more calories per acre than any grain—and why its monoculture became a death trap. The Global “Hungry Forties”: Debunking the myth that the famine was a localized event; tracing the “Pandemic of Rot” as it moved from the USA to Belgium, Prussia, Scotland, and Ireland. Works Cited & Sources: Donnelly, James S., Jr. The Great Irish Potato Famine. (A principal source for the socio-political impact and the progression of the blight). Braudel, Fernand. The Structures of Everyday Life: The Limits of the Possible. * Allen, Robert C. The British Industrial Revolution in Global Perspective. Diamond, Jared. Guns, Germs, and Steel. Bairoch, Paul. Cities and Economic Development: From the Dawn of History to the Present. Wrigley, E.A. Poverty, Progress and Population. De Vries, Jan. European Urbanization, 1500–1800. Grigg, David. The Agricultural Systems of the World: An Evolutionary Approach. Flinn, M.W. Scottish Population History from the 17th Century to the 1930s. Vaughan, W.E. and Fitzpatrick, A.J. Irish Historical Statistics: Population 1821–1971. Bhardwaj, Raju Lal et al. “An Alarming Decline in the Nutritional Quality of Foods.” Foods (Basel, Switzerland) vol. 13,6 877. Clark, Stuart. The Annales School: Critical Assessments. Trinder, “Britain's industrial revolution.” pp575-602 https://merl.reading.ac.uk/collections/royal-agricultural-society-of-england/ https://victoryseeds.com/pages/potato-famine  Allen, Robert C., The British Industrial Revolution in Global Perspective. Gráda, Cormac Ó. “The Lumper Potato and the Famine.” History Ireland, vol. 1, no. 1, 1993, pp. 22–23. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/27724042. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026. Solar, Peter M. “Why Ireland Starved and the Big Issues in Pre-Famine Irish Economic History.” Irish Economic and Social History, vol. 42, 2015, pp. 62–75. JSTOR, https://www.jstor.org/stable/26375915. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026. The post EP066 THE PANDEMIC OF ROT appeared first on AGE OF VICTORIA PODCAST.

It's a full-noise Six Nations Special as Jim and Goodey tee up a massive opening weekend, with Ireland v France on Thursday night in Paris, England v Wales at Allianz, and Scotland's trip to Rome. The lads dig into squads amid key absences, new faces and some bans, plus predictions for all three games, and a reminder to join the Pod's live alternate commentary watch-along for France v Ireland on Thursday night on Youtube. We also have a brilliant sit-down with Scotland and Lions legend Andy Nicol, who reflects on Calcutta Cup glory and Gregor Townsend. We'll cover tournament predictions, some big law-change debates, RWC 2027 fixture news, and some listener questions to round things off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Global football executive Jordan Gardner visits SDH AM to discuss his group's most recent investment- Kelty Hearts FC...We get into the "why" specifically investing here, the growth of MCO's, the increase of American group investment in European football, and what he looks for in investment opportunities.We also get into the challenges of Kelty and his time as an executive looking at management and investment in the current football landscape

Tuesday Thoughts on SDH AM take the tour of the planetWe start wrapping up Transfer Deadline Day overseas- and look at the rest of the world's moves still in playWe preview ConcaChampions with the temps in Hamilton in playHearts Football, LLC's Jordan Gardner talks MCO's and his recent pick up of Kelty Hearts in Scotland's League 1- diving into the topic of American ownership in Europe as wellWe wrap with an extended look at the week of John Textor and where things stand with finances and Botafogo

Ben Kayser and Shane Horgan join Payno and Tins for the GBR Six Nations preview. They discuss Andy Farrell's "real test" amid Ireland's injury crisis and France's ruthless changes. Plus, Tindall explains why "everybody hates us" suits England, and drops a shock prediction for Italy. The Championship is baby! 00:00 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 03:25 Ireland's Challenges and Rebuilding Phase 09:45 France's Squad Changes 10:04 Tribute to Uini Atonio 22:37 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge 34:00 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence 36:27 England Team Announcement  39:32 England's Performance and Potential 58:02 Welsh Rugby's Struggles and Future 01:03:27 Scotland's Prospects in the Six Nations 01:07:55 Italy's Rising Potential 01:12:40 Quickfire Predictions

Alex Hartley and Kate Cross speak to Scotland bowler Mark Watt as he and the rest of Scotland's team arrive in India for the Men's T20 World Cup. He talks about the scramble for visas and flights to get over to India, as well as the team's schedule ahead of their tournament opener against the West Indies.You can hear every ball of every match of the Men's T20 World Cup on BBC Sounds, 5 Sports Extra and the BBC Sport app and website.

The boys were on the late shift this week to catch all of the last-minute deals as the January Transfer Window closed in Scotland. Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack discuss the very late signing of German striker Ryan Naderi to Rangers as well as Celtic's late loan recruits, Junior Amadu and Joel Mvuka as well as the huge news that the club knocked back a 3rd bid worth £25 million for Arne Engels!We also react to Scott Wright joining Dundee, Jame Wilson's dream move to Spurs and all of the other comings and goings on Deadline Day!And now it's all said and done with the squads finalise for the remainder of the season, the boys give their final predictions on who they think will win the SPFL Scottish Premiership! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The history of whaling is complicated. At its height in the 18th and 19th centuries, whaling was a global enterprise built on perilous voyages, long seasons at sea, and a fierce chase for oil and baleen that illuminated streets and homes and lubricated the industrial revolution. In doing so, obsessed nations like Britain, Norway and America hounded whale populations to the brink, decimating populations and altering marine ecosystems forever. But it's important to remember that this industry also has a rich social history. Whaling sustained communities across the globe, providing work, culture and a crucial way of life for working people in coastal regions and on remote islands like Shetland off the coast of Scotland. In this episode, Dan heads to Dundee, once a hub of the whaling industry, to explore both the devastating ecological impact and the rich human story to give us a fuller understanding of the history of whaling. He speaks to the curators at the South Georgia Museum, Jayne Pierce and Helen Balfour, as well as Richard Sabin from the Natural History Museum and also one of Shetland's last remaining whalers, Gibby Fraser. You can explore more at https://whalersmemorybank.sgmuseum.gs/ to read through testimonies from other whalers, see incredible archive images and learn more about whales in the Arctic and Antarctic. Produced by Mariana Des Forges and edited by Dougal PatmoreDan Snow's History Hit is now available on YouTube! Check it out at: https://www.youtube.com/@DSHHPodcastSign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.You can also email the podcast directly at ds.hh@historyhit.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A deadly fairy dances beneath the Highland moon, luring men to their doom as we uncover the chilling folklore of the Baobhan Sith, Scotland's vampiric woman of the wild. freakyfolklore.com   #BaobhanSith #ScottishFolklore #FreakyFolklore #VampireFairy #CelticMyth #HighlandLegends #DarkFolklore #FairyLore #SupernaturalStories #MythAndLegend

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Legendary commentator Derek Rae joins Christian and Alexis for a wide-ranging conversation on soccer, culture, and storytelling. From his upbringing in Scotland to his deep connection with German football, Derek explains how his love for languages and history shaped his broadcasting career—and why getting players' names right is about far more than phonetics. He shares a powerful story about the real impact correct pronunciation can have on players and their families.Derek also takes listeners behind the scenes of how he became the voice of EA FC, revealing what the audition process was like, how the opportunity came together, and what it means to be recognized worldwide through a video game. Along the way, he reflects on the evolution of soccer media, iconic broadcasting moments, and the responsibility that comes with being a trusted voice of the sport.Finally, the conversation dives into the global game itself. Derek breaks down the cultural differences between MLS and European leagues, explains why Germany has become such fertile ground for American players, and offers thoughtful insight into the unique identity of soccer fandom in the United States. It's a smart, funny, and deeply human conversation with one of the most respected voices in the game. Timestamps:(2:00) – Why pronouncing player names correctly is important to Derek Rae(10:45) - Derek Rae's soccer origin story(15:00) – How Europeans currently perceive MLS(23:45) – Is Germany the best place for Americans to develop?(35:00) – Is 2026 the year where the US becomes a real soccer country?(39:00) - How Derek Rae became the voice of EA FC Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Chris is joined by John Barclay at the Six Nations launch in Edinburgh to quiz the men hoping to lead their nation to glory in 2026. Are England and France the clear favourites for the title? They chat to Steve Borthwick about the added expectation this year after they racked up 11 wins in a row in 2025. Andy Farrell says Ireland are the hunters not the hunted this year, but how will their lengthy injury list impact their chances of regaining their title? Steve Tandy makes his pod debut as he talks openly about the off-field issues that are looming over another campaign Wales. What does success look like for them this year? Gregor Townsend tells us this is the best Scotland squad he's had, but can they put their disappointing autumn to one side and finally mount a serious title challenge? They start in Rome and our favourite multilingual coach Gonzalo Quesada is back to talk fashion and what it would mean to finally beat England in the Six Nations.

Day 10 of 12 missing person episodes.In January 2008, Steven Cooper left his home in Golcar in Yorkshire in the early hours of the morning. He didn't take his passport or any money with him. Around a week after, his car was found near Loch Laggan in the Highlands of Scotland with little explanation as to where Steven was. He was never found.Important information provided by: Missing People profile: https://www.missingpeople.org.uk/help-us-find/steven-cooper-08-001599https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-59165096https://ridleyandhall.co.uk/court-decides-missing-huddersfield-man-presumed-dead-familys-wishes/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-15063298https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/huddersfield-dad-vanished-home-14-23025068https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/sister-dad-who-vanished-scots-23361482https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/high-court-judge-rules-missing-11533481Music by: dl-sounds.comFollow the Unseen Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unseen-podcast/id1318473466?uo=4Follow the Unseen Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xWK7Mu3bTP6oziZvxrwSK?si=QxvyPkZ2TdCDscnfxyeRawJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/unseenpodFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theunseenpodFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theunseenpod/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theunseenpod?fan_landing=trueSubscribe to 10 Minute True Crime: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-minute-true-crime/id1591474862

Scotland and Lancashire's Michael Jones joins us to tell us about how one minute he was doing pre-season training with Jimmy at Lancs, the next he's in India for the World Cup.Plus Issy Wong is back with all the news from the WBBL and more Italian Cricket History.

Hey huns come see our shows - Hannah is doing hers at Top Secret Comedy Club on 16th Feb and Big S is doing hers on 4th March at Museum Of Comedy, links here: https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk/events-listings/hannah-byczkowski-rip-hannah-bitch-cough-ski/ https://www.museumofcomedy.com/wip-suzie-preece-mcshow/ This week we get into the Beckham saga, Hannah's bday gift (ooo!), and of course we give a Northumberland shout out to Anna's BnB Glencoe House in Wooler, it's utterly gorgoues, give it a go! https://www.instagram.com/glencoehousewooler/ Amongst the chaos you'll discover Hannah's a brave kooky scuba diver and Suzie has a rant about periods and near shart. Story One There's something lurking off the coast off Scotland... come with us down into an eerie naval cave...  read by Big S Story Two  Christine is playing with her imaginary friend Harry... read by Hannah Story Three Big S has a horrid tale called 'Unsettling Uber driver'... you may never ride again. CREEP OF THE WEEK Cow cow cow! ... is from ...Amy. We go to South Tyneside Hospital to see the most COMPELLING evidence we have so far?!! WE LOVE YOU HUNS, ENJOY xoxoxox JOIN OUR PATREON! EXTRA bonus episodes AND a monthly ghost hunt for just £4.50!  Or £6 for AD-FREE EPS and weekly AGONY HUNS! We'll solve your problems huns!  Sign up here: www.patreon.com/GhostHuns MERCH IS HERE: www.ghosthuns.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deirdre Lovejoy Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Deirdre Lovejoy (DD). In this episode, we chat about her growing up in Indiana, and what made her mom tell her to get into acting. Next, we talk about an insane freak accident that almost took her whole hand off! Naturally I ask her about moving to Brookly after having lived in Manhattan for so long. We touch on her stint on the television show 'Bones', as well as her arc on 'The Blacklist'. Then we dive into one of my all-time favorite shows, 'Raising Dion'. I love this show, so I geek out a little, before we talk about her getting cast in the greatest show of all time, 'The Wire'. Then, we talk about a super rare condition that DD was later diagnosed with, following some really scary events (Stress Related Seizure Disorder). Deirdre shares with me the details of the play she is writing about some of her traumatic experiences (Trauma Nova), and how she plans to put the show on at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival, in Scotland. We also discuss her other play (Bird Elephant China), which chronicled some unrelated traumatic events. Finally, we end talking about her love for NBA basketball, and her beloved New York Knicks. You can catch DD on the previously mentioned shows, as well as the upcoming seasons of 'Daredevil Born Again', and Diarra From Detroit.

This episode explores the fascinating history of the Glenlee, a tall ship built in Glasgow 1896 and restored by the Clyde Maritime Trust. Originally a cargo ship, the Glenlee survived fifteen voyages around Cape Horn and later served as a Spanish Navy training vessel during the fascist dictatorial rule of Francisco Franco. After being neglected, she was rescued and restored, showcasing Scotland's maritime heritage. To find out more Dr Sam Willis spoke with Lauren Henning, the Glenlee's learning and museum manager. They discuss the ship's construction, her role in various maritime adventures, links with Spain's fascist history, and her significance in Glasgow's maritime past. The conversation also highlights the ship's educational programs and the efforts to preserve its authenticity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parisian based duo Atomic moog join our waves serious with an entry recorded as a live improv in an intimate ambient room at Springkell, Scotland in November 2025. An enchanting session awaits the listener delving into the heart of Atomic moogs creative energy for a one of a kind take on ambient textures. Follow : https://soundcloud.com/atomic-moog https://www.instagram.com/atomic__moog/

TWO WEEKS OF CONTENT MEANS TWO WEEKLY WRAP-UP EPISODES! Two weeks' worth of content to cover (thanks snowstorm 2026!), which means you got a SUPER DENSE weekly wrap-up this week! This is PART ONE where we get into parts 2 and 3 of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City season 6 reunion! Everything from Bronwyn's separation announcement to Meredith vs. Britani to Lisa Barlow disassociating mid-reunion. DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TODAY! ***BE SURE TO GO LISTEN TO PART TWO IN THE "I KEN NOT WITH KENDRICK TUCKER" FEED IMMEDIATELY AFTER!*** Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Apple Podcasts! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Spotify! Follow Emily on Instagram! Subscribe to Emily's YouTube channel, where we go live every single Sunday!   *** HEY! Some of you have asked how you can show your appreciation for all the content provided by your mama's favorite Black geek. How about you buy me a beer/coffee? CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT! ***   New episodes of “I Ken Not with Kendrick Tucker” are released weekly!   DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW! I LOVE 5 STARS! EMAIL ME AT IKENNOTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM! FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! FOLLOW ME ON THREADS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TWO WEEKS OF CONTENT MEANS TWO WEEKLY WRAP-UP EPISODES! Two weeks' worth of content to cover (thanks snowstorm 2026!), which means you got a SUPER DENSE weekly wrap-up this week! This is PART TWO where we get into episodes 6 and 7 of the TRAITORS! Everything from Rob's heel turn to Candiace's controversial vote to Colton being... Colton (derogatory). DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TODAY! ***BE SURE TO GO LISTEN TO PART ONE IN THE "I KEN NOT WITH KENDRICK TUCKER" FEED IF YOU HAVEN'T!*** ⁠Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Apple Podcasts!⁠ ⁠Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Spotify!⁠ ⁠Follow Emily on Instagram!⁠ ⁠Subscribe to Emily's YouTube channel, where we go live every single Sunday!⁠   *** HEY! Some of you have asked how you can show your appreciation for all the content provided by your mama's favorite Black geek. How about you buy me a beer/coffee?⁠ CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT⁠! ***   New episodes of “I Ken Not with Kendrick Tucker” are released weekly!   DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW! I LOVE 5 STARS! EMAIL ME AT ⁠IKENNOTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM⁠! ⁠FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM⁠! ⁠FOLLOW ME ON THREADS!⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 156 celebrates the Taproom Podcast's three-year anniversary with special guest Mike Crea of Unsung Brewing. Mike joins host Mike to reflect on the podcast's beginnings, read a meaningful passage from The Tender Bar, and share personal stories about how craft beer shaped his life. Topics include international beer travels (Scotland, Japan, Taiwan), brewing philosophy, hop selection and new hop products, collabs and recipe R&D, brand storytelling and can art (including the Outcast backstory), and the challenges of replicating award-winning beers. Mike also discusses recent wins at CBC, World Beer Cup and GABF, industry pressures, brewery closures, and how the team approaches consistency and process. The episode closes with rapid-fire segments (the Four Pack and Six Pack), listener-facing shoutouts, podcasting tips (Podbean mention), and candid reflections on passion, tenacity, and community in craft beer.

We meet a woman whose near death experience as a teenager inspired her to study why some people are willing to risk their lives for others. Dr Abigail Marsh was rescued by a stranger after a car accident and wanted to understand what drove him to help her. She says altruists, those who instinctively help without expecting anything in return, are more sensitive to the needs of other people -- but we can all learn to be kinder.Also: we hear from a man whose willingness to help others led him to donate a kidney. It went to a woman he'd become friends with after he supported her through a personal tragedy.We find out about an Australian scheme to help dads and their kids be healthier, which also showed the benefits of rough and tumble play. And it's inspired a project at a prison in Scotland that aims to make dads better role models by playing with their kids. It's hoped that helping them become better parents will make them less likely to reoffend.Plus, why a crying horse soft toy has been a surprise hit with young workers in China, and what its like to be a patient helping to develop new medical treatments by volunteering for a clinical trial.Our weekly collection of inspiring, uplifting and happy news from around the world.(Presenter: Jannat Jalil. Music composed by Iona Hampson)(Photo: Dr Abigail Marsh. Credit Georgetown University)

Listeners note: While we typically release episodes every Friday, we are postponing this release until Saturday, January 31 in recognition of the national shutdown.  This week on Herbal Radio, join Lindsey Feldpausch, Selima Harlston, and Pamela Spence with host Jessicka Nebesni for a conversation on holistic herbalism. In this episode we'll explore: Holistic health: interconnectedness over isolation The bigger picture of wellness within holism Herbal education leading to connection Expanding on community through virtual learning The upcoming 2026 Virtual Herbalism Conference by Herbal Academy As always, we thank you for joining us on another botanical adventure and are so honored to have you tag along with us on this ride. Remember, we want to hear from you! Your questions, ideas, and who you want to hear from are an invaluable piece to our podcast. Email us at podcast@mountainroseherbs.com to let us know what solutions we should uncover next within the vast world of herbalism. Learn more about the Herbal Academy Team below! ⬇️

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Kayleigh Donaldson is back! She is the guest on some of the most popular episodes, and I know what that is: she's brilliant. We recorded this just before the Oscar nominations were announced, so Kayleigh is making (some pretty accurate!) predictions about Oscar nominations, and explaining what makes this year's group of films so interesting.Along the way we also talk about vintage Hollywood gossip, character actors who go weird gremlin, and the way actors shape public narrative with their project choices, their fashion, and their cosmetic procedures. And also – Scotland made the World Cup – woohoo!I love talking to people who think about their favorite aspects of popular culture the way I think about romance fiction, and I already know you love when Kayleigh is a guest. Don't worry, she will be back.Technical note: we had some connectivity issues and delay during the recording, so I don't have a full video episode for this one, though I do have clips, so watch for them on social media. You might hear some muddy audio, and I apologize. Please know I did all the things I could.CW/TW: At about 2 minutes in, we talk about Elizabeth Taylor's abusive first husband. We also talk about body and beauty standards in Hollywood.Patreon folks, you have an extended episode inside your Patreon feed with a whole extra hour of discussion about the Beckhams, the industry of celebrity children, and more....You can find Kayleigh Donaldson at her website, KayleighDonaldson.com, on Bluesky, and on Pajiba.com. You can also sign up for her (excellent) newsletter, Gossip Reading Club.We also mentioned:The New Yorker: “Amanda Seyfried's Epiphanies”Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun in Central Park Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Christy Martin in Sports IllustratedTom and Lorenzo: Sydney Sweeney's hair on Jimmy FallonThe New York Times: Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom on the “Enduring Invisible Power of Blondeness” (Archive link)The Wrap: Kayleigh reviews All's FairThe List: Bradley Cooper's Face and Resulting RumorsThe Wall Street Journal: Club Chalamet/Simone Cromer profileWikipedia: The Leveson Inquiry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for another Spooky Sleepover on Killers, Cults & Queens.This week, Nikki and Cheryl catch up on tour exhaustion, extreme weather, and sleepless nights caused by Storm Chandra — before venturing into the paranormal.Cheryl recounts her first-ever ghostly encounter during a visit to a reportedly haunted theatre in Scotland, where an unexplained physical touch left both her and a castmate shaken. Meanwhile, Nikki spirals into a chilling rabbit hole about Chernobyl's nuclear wolves — and how radiation may have altered wildlife in the exclusion zone.From haunted theatres and storm chaos to radioactive wildlife and future episode teases, this Spooky Sleepover has it all.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU!Email killerscultsqueens@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @killerscultsqueens.✨ Support the show on Patreon for bonus content and early AD FREE access: patreon.com/killerscultsqueens

Kayleigh Donaldson is back! She is the guest on some of the most popular episodes, and I know what that is: she's brilliant. We recorded this just before the Oscar nominations were announced, so Kayleigh is making (some pretty accurate!) predictions about Oscar nominations, and explaining what makes this year's group of films so interesting.Along the way we also talk about vintage Hollywood gossip, character actors who go weird gremlin, and the way actors shape public narrative with their project choices, their fashion, and their cosmetic procedures. And also – Scotland made the World Cup – woohoo!I love talking to people who think about their favorite aspects of popular culture the way I think about romance fiction, and I already know you love when Kayleigh is a guest. Don't worry, she will be back.Technical note: we had some connectivity issues and delay during the recording, so I don't have a full video episode for this one, though I do have clips, so watch for them on social media. You might hear some muddy audio, and I apologize. Please know I did all the things I could.CW/TW: At about 2 minutes in, we talk about Elizabeth Taylor's abusive first husband. We also talk about body and beauty standards in Hollywood.Patreon folks, you have an extended episode inside your Patreon feed with a whole extra hour of discussion about the Beckhams, the industry of celebrity children, and more....You can find Kayleigh Donaldson at her website, KayleighDonaldson.com, on Bluesky, and on Pajiba.com. You can also sign up for her (excellent) newsletter, Gossip Reading Club.We also mentioned:The New Yorker: “Amanda Seyfried's Epiphanies”Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun in Central Park Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Christy Martin in Sports IllustratedTom and Lorenzo: Sydney Sweeney's hair on Jimmy FallonThe New York Times: Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom on the “Enduring Invisible Power of Blondeness” (Archive link)The Wrap: Kayleigh reviews All's FairThe List: Bradley Cooper's Face and Resulting RumorsThe Wall Street Journal: Club Chalamet/Simone Cromer profileWikipedia: The Leveson Inquiry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The weather has dominated life for many this month, from storms and flooding in South West England to snow and rain in parts of Scotland, flooding in Northern Ireland and strong winds and rain across Wales. Rural communities and the leader of Devon County Council have called on the government for urgent financial support because of the impact of this month's storms, particularly on roads and railways saying more frequent rough weather highlights the need for more investment. All this week we are talking sustainable systems - whether that's how we farm or how we make farming a more economically sustainable and resilient business. The University of Lincoln has been working with a Nottinghamshire farmer on an innovative project called ‘Reverse Coal', which has just won a national sustainability award. We visit Pollybell Farms to find out more about biochar.A tale of legacy, love and rare breeds: Clifford Freeman farms in Gloucestershire where he has the world's biggest herd of Gloucester cattle. He is also the custodian of his father's collections of rare breed sheep and pigs and vintage farm wagons. Eric Freeman was a farmer, broadcaster and rare breeds pioneer.Presenter = Charlotte Smith Producer = Rebecca Rooney

Cách đây 100 năm, nhà phát minh người Scotland hay Tô Cách Lan là John Logie Baird, đã giới thiệu chiếc tivi đầu tiên, có tên gọi là Televisor, ra thế giới. Những hình ảnh đầu tiên đó, những hình ảnh nhấp nháy của đầu một con búp bê biết nói, đã khơi mào một cuộc cách mạng trong giải trí và văn hóa xã hội.

What do you get, when you have a young chick from Scotland with a passion for music that's got no business knowing the type of music she knows about, being from Scotland, and a Dude from the soulful streets of Philadelphia, PA.?You've got #labr #loveabrotherradio 's FIRST proper collab. called #picknmix Pick & Mix w/DJ UpNorth & Brother SoulThe rules are simple. SHE Picks Em. He Mixes Em. He's not allowed to add ONE RECORD to the Crate. An extremely eclectic mix of records from week to week that should make for an interesting dynamic between a selector, and a d.j. (disk jockey) Each show a 1 of 1Push Play, & Enjoy.Everything #LABR can be found at https://labr.online Our Mastodon account: https://ravenation.club/@labr If you're on the go?https://www.radio-browser.info/usersDo A Search for LABR, & There You Are. Streaming 24/7 all the LABR Collective Members shows that you might've missed. And a few extra's in between.Enjoying this love we're spreading? Want to support LABR - Love a Brother Radio in spreading that love? Now you can.https://labr.online/donate Any little thing helps us feed the Keebler Elves to keep the wheels turning in the background. We're a 2 1/2 person operation. And a lot goes into making this work properly. With that said, we all thank you in advance for any support you lend. But most importantly. For your ears. 

On the 1st of Janurary, 1604, Hampton Court Palace hosted a performance by William Shakespeare's acting troupe, The King's Men. They were booked to perform for the new King of England, James VI of Scotland, and one of the plays that they chose was 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.  What did it mean to be part of 'The King's Men'? How did Shakespeare's relationship with James VI and I shape his life and his plays? In this episode, Curator Brett Dolman welcomes Dr Will Tosh to the Great Hall at Hampton Court, one of few surviving places where we can tread in Shakespeare's footsteps, to discuss the nature and impact of royal patronage on Jacobean theatre.  Read more about Shakespeare at Hampton Court Palace on our website.  Dive into the history of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' and 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' with blogs from The Globe.  Buy Will Tosh's book 'Straight Acting: The Many Queer Lives of William Shakespeare' here.     

This podcast is one of those that came out of left field. A connection from a past podcast guest, and an invitation to podcast about an industry that if you looked at from the outside looking in, in a place like Scotland, one may think it's an industry that is not compatible with wildlife and sustainable use conservation. Stefan Rijnbeek, an expert on forestry initiatives and how they're tied intimately to conservation efforts in the UK, spends the better part of an hour schooling Robbie on the complexities of forestry in the UK and Scotland in particular. As a reminder the opinions of Stefan in this podcast are his own, they are not born from hard evidence, nor represent the stance, policy, or opinions of his employer.  This is a fascinating podcast that everyone should listen to... Get to know the guest: https://www.instagram.com/srijnbeek/?hl=en  Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org  Support our Conservation Club Members! Coenraad Vermaak Safaris: https://www.cvsafaris.com/  Trout Stream Studios: https://www.troutstreamstudios.com/  Raise Em Outdoors: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/raise-em-outdoors/  See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com  This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com  This podcast is brought to you by Safari Specialty Importers. Why do serious hunters use Safari Specialty Importers? Because getting your trophies home to you is all they do. Find our more at: https://safarispecialtyimporters.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Sunil Gupta are joined by Bangladesh cricket journalist Tawhid Qureshi who reflects on The Tigers decision to withdraw from the tournament after the ICC rejected a request to move their games from India to co-hosts Sri Lanka. Bangladesh had cited safety concerns amid growing tensions between the countries. The ICC refused, saying there was an "absence of any credible security threat". Scotland have replaced Bangladesh so we hear about their preparations from Cricket Scotland CEO Trudy Lindblade.A baggy green cap worn by Don Bradman has been sold for 460,000 Australian dollars. It is the highest price for a cap worn by Bradman. So the team discuss if they have any cricket memorabilia.Photo: Players of Bangladesh cut dejected figures following the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup West Indies & USA 2024 match between South Africa and Bangladesh at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on June 10, 2024 in New York, New York. (Credit: Getty Images)

Richie McCormack chats to Will O'Callaghan about his new Off The Ball original podcast Sliding Doors, a brand new 6-part series detailing football transfers that almost happened… but didn't.Episode one will be released this Monday telling the story of Ronaldo and how he nearly ended up in Scotland with… Glasgow Rangers.Subscribe in your OTB Football Podcast feed to not miss an episode each and every Monday.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

According to our favorite literary reviewer, Bethanne Patrick, these are the seven books that “will really matter” in 2026:* Land by Maggie O'Farrell — The Hamnet author returns with a luminous novel set in 1865 Ireland, two decades after the Great Famine. A father and son survey their region for the British—mapping the land in English when their hearts speak Gaelic. O'Farrell explores post-famine trauma, colonialism, and the mysterious pull of place, weaving in neolithic history and Irish wolfhounds that feel almost magical. As some characters emigrate to the New World, the novel asks what it means when land becomes identity, when a nation is defined not by commerce but by the places that feed our souls.* The Fire Agent by David Baerwald — A stunning debut from the Grammy-winning songwriter behind Sheryl Crow's Tuesday Night Music Club. This 600-page thriller is based on Baerwald's own family history: his grandfather Ernst was sent to Tokyo as the purported sales director for IG Farben, the company complicit in the Holocaust. The novel spans continents and decades, from a 1920s throuple to Wild Bill Donovan's OSS becoming the CIA, complete with family photographs. Patrick calls it “a knockout”—not a potboiler, but a wild, scary ride where almost everything actually happened.* A Tender Age by Chang-rae Lee — The Pulitzer finalist delivers what his publisher calls “a spellbinding exploration of American masculinity and family dynamics.” Through an unforgettable Asian-American protagonist, Lee examines what it means to grow up with “double consciousness”—always aware of how the dominant culture perceives you, your family, your chances. Patrick places him alongside Jesmyn Ward as one of America's finest novelists.* Witness and Respair by Jesmyn Ward — The two-time National Book Award winner collects her nonfiction, including the devastating Vanity Fair essay about her husband's death from COVID at 33. “Respair” is Ward's resurrection of an archaic word: the repair that comes after despair. These crystalline essays on the American South, racism, and grief reveal the deep thought behind her remarkable fiction. Patrick sees it as essential reading for 2026—a creative grappling with everything America must face.* Backtalker by Kimberlé Crenshaw — A memoir from the architect of “intersectionality” and “critical race theory,” now under attack in the current administration. Structured in three parts—raising a back talker, becoming a back talker, being a back talker—it begins with young Kimberlé desperate to play Thornrose in a classroom fairy tale, passed over week after week. When she's finally chosen on the last day and the bell rings, her mother marches back to school and demands justice. That's where Crenshaw learned to speak truth to power.* American Struggle edited by Jon Meacham — For the 250th anniversary, the historian assembles primary documents proving that struggle is constant and non-linear in American history. Abolitionists spoke out in the nineteenth century; civil rights activists had to speak out again in the twentieth. From Abigail Adams's “remember the ladies” letter to Fannie Lou Hamer's testimony at the 1964 Democratic Convention, Meacham—no fan of the current administration—shows that the fight never stays won. Patrick sees it as essential for librarians, teachers, and younger readers.* John of John by Douglas Stuart — Patrick's sneaky seventh pick (I originally only allowed her six). The Booker Prize-winning author of Shuggie Bain returns to Scotland, this time the Isle of Harris, where men weave Harris Tweed on licensed looms. John McLeod is a fire-and-brimstone church elder; his son Cal returns from Glasgow art college with dyed hair and queer identity. What looks like prodigal son territory becomes something richer—father and son have more in common than either knows. Stuart captures a community tied to sheep farming and craft practices that feel centuries old, even as modernity crashes against the shore.Enjoy!Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my 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 keenon.substack.com/subscribe

While the industry often focuses on the cost of the hardware, the real challenge and value lies in successfully delivering, integrating, and operating these assets over their lifetime. As the market matures, the focus shifts from hardware procurement to the complexities of site integration, grid compliance, and ensuring long-term availability.In practice, microgrids are shaping how large-scale energy projects operate, helping to accelerate the use of grid-forming technology. Meanwhile, combining solar with battery storage is becoming an increasingly effective way to reduce wasted energy and improve project economics.In this conversation, Ed speaks with Lucie Kanius-Dujardin, Global Managing Director at NHOA, about what it really takes to deliver complex energy projects at scale. They discuss the realities of managing global supply chains, the push toward higher-capacity battery cells, and why the often-overlooked “brain” of the system - the Power Plant Controller - is just as important as the battery itself.Key topics discussed•Why the Power Plant Controller is critical to smooth commissioning and reliable performance - not just an add-on to the hardware.• How experience with microgrids has created an edge in deploying grid-forming technology on modern transmission networks.• Why more developers are pairing solar with storage to protect revenues and reduce grid constraints.• Whether a single global solution can work across very different local grid rules, from Scotland to Australia.• How integrators are keeping systems reliable as battery cells rapidly increase in size and capacity.About our guestLucie Kanius-Dujardin is the Global Managing Director of NHOA Energy, a global provider of turnkey battery energy storage solutions. With 15 years in the energy sector, she oversees the company's technology, delivery, and long-term asset service pillars across markets in Europe, Australia, and beyond.Connect with Lucie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucie-kanius-dujardin-47855521/?locale=en_USTo find out more about NHOA, head to their website: https://nhoa.energy/About Modo EnergyModo Energy helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage understand the market — and make the most out of their assets.All episodes of Transmission are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To stay up to date with our analysis, research, data visualisations, live events, and conversations, follow us on LinkedIn. Explore The Energy Academy, our bite-sized video series explaining how power markets work.

Legal Team, we're heading to Scotland… by way of The Bachelor and a very disturbing real-life paper trail. This week we break down the restraining order filed by Cassie Randolph against former Bachelor Colton Underwood, whose alleged stalking behavior included harassing texts, anonymous burner numbers, and a tracking device found taped to her car. We walk through the court filings, the receipts, and how it all connects to the carefully managed public image he presents today on The Traitors. This isn't just reality TV drama — it's a sobering look at coercion, control, and how legal systems handle stalking cases. What's on the Docket? How Colton Underwood went from Bachelor lead to restraining order respondent The alleged stalking behavior, including burner texts and messages sent to himself The tracking device discovered taped underneath Cassie's car How California law defines stalking and why these cases are hard to prosecute Why the restraining order was ultimately dismissed and what that legally means Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠https://zez.am/thebravodocket⁠ The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Ollie: Head to Ollie.com/DOCKET, tell them all about your dog, and use code DOCKET to get 60% off your Welcome Kit when you subscribe today! Plus, they offer a Happiness Guarantee on the first box, so if you're not completely satisfied, you'll get your money back. Quit with Jones: Visit quitwithjones.com/DOCKET to take the free quiz and use code DOCKET to get 15% off your personalized quitting journey. Wayfair: Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Progressive: Visit Progressive.com to see if you could save on car insurance. Bobbie: head to Hibobbie.com to find the formula trusted by parents and loved by their babies—700k and counting Marley Spoon: Head to marleyspoon.com/offer/BRAVODOCKET for up to 25 FREE meals! Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Olive & June: Visit Oliveandjune.com/DOCKET for 20% off your first System! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by a couple of Scotland's finest comics, CHRISTOPHER MacARTHUR BOYD & ROSCO McCLELLAND!Following on from the past few multi-pronged guest featured episodes, here we have a devastating duo who find their home in comedy but are also out on the block in podcast form with 'Shooting Ropes' (available in the usuals). A really fun and funny chat which stays very close to the realms of the wild and crazy, but occasionally touches on the slightly more serious. But then boom, along comes the wild and crazy. Basically it's a really fun one, and while there could be a list of topics which are approached, why not let you the listener discover them all for yourself...! You'll have a glorious time doing so. Check their podcast for more of this super fun chemistry. and peep them on the road when they roll through! But most importantly - ENJOY!PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting natureSHOOTING ROPESCHRISTOPHERROSCOSPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTOREPIP TWITCH • (music stuff)PIP INSTAGRAMPIP TWITTERPIP PATREONPIP IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Stephen speaks to Professor Will Cresswell about the welcome rise in corn buntings.

Referencing an article in The Drinks Business penned by Jessica Mason, Joshua and Jason discuss some good news in the drinks industry -- Scotland's Whisky tourism is soaring!! That's good reason to celebrate!! ...as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

In this episode I spoke with a mom of a 4-year-old PDAer (Pathological Demand Avoidant) and a 10-month-old baby living in an apartment in Scotland. She had just learned about PDA one month ago and had already made huge and brave changes in her home and parenting to support he son. We discussed:- How to start making a parenting paradigm shift if you are new to PDA. - The importance of an experimental mindset as you are trying out new ways of supporting and accommodating your PDA child.- How to pick your priorities for boundaries in the home. In this case we focused on safety around the baby, bedtime, and bathing once a week. - How nervous system activation is cumulative over time (months and years) for PDA children and teens, which means we don't have to be perfect with accommodations, just consistent. This episode is from the show we stream live on Fridays on our social media, "Parenting PDA Your Way." I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!With love,Casey

As the old paradigm splinters into rage-filled, grief-stricken fragments, how can we lay the foundation for the total systemic change we so badly need?Even beyond the listeners to this podcast, it is obvious by now that there is no going back. As Oliver Kornetzke wrote in a particularly sharply written piece on Facebook back on 22nd January - before Alex Pretti was murdered by Trump's Federal Agents - what white America is not experiencing is not new, and is not a flaw in the system, it is the system.  This is what he says in more detail: White Americans are not witnessing the collapse of something noble. They're witnessing the unveiling of what has always been true. The rot now visible is not a flaw in the foundation. Rather, it is the foundation. It was poured with concrete, inscribed into laws, and baked into the American mythos. The violence, the inequality, and the selective application of “justice”—none of it is a betrayal of the American promise. It is the American promise, applied unevenly by design.For centuries, Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities have lived under the weight of this system—disenfranchised, disappeared, surveilled, caged, and killed. They were told to be patient, to be peaceful, to vote harder, to “work within the system.” And when they told the unvarnished truth—that the system is the violence—they were mocked, criminalized, and ignored.Now the machinery begins to grind down those it once served, and only now does the shock begin to register. But this isn't the system breaking. It's merely the mask coming off.The laws of this land protects power and wealth. It has always protected power and wealth. The state defends itself. And democracy here has always been ornamental—used to sanctify what power had already decided. The rule of law is not impartial. It's a weapon, a performance, a convenience afforded to the privileged. The pageantry of justice is reserved for those never meant to feel its weight.What you're seeing now is not the end of the American dream. It is the truth of the American reality, finally uninterested in disguising itself. The empire is simply turning inward.Many will not want to read this. They will flinch, deflect, and rationalize. They will call me divisive, bitter, and extreme. They will attack, argue, and dismiss. And in doing so, they will only prove the point by choosing their comfort over clarity, and their denial over responsibility. Because that, too, is by design: the privilege of ignoring the truth until it shows up at your own door.So what do we do?  It is a founding principle of this podcast that there is still time to turn the bus that is humanity from the edge of the cliff of species-level extinction. We believe the Egregor, the Super-Organism, the death cult of predatory capitalism... whatever you like to call it, is in its death throes.  In its flailing, it might yet take us all with it, but that's not a given and in every single act of compassion, courage and community that we're seeing around the world from Greenland, to Venezuela, to Minnesota and beyond, we are building the leading edge of a new system. But we need a spiritual base to this.  I genuinely think we get through only if we can lift ourselves out of our Trauma Culture and into a new way of being - an Initiation Culture fit for the twenty first century.  We talk about this a lot on the podcast, and sometimes, we talk to other people who get this, and who are working explicitly towards a shift in consciousness of the whole human race.  Today's episode is one of those. Our guest is Marc-John Brown who describes himself with characteristic humility, as an integration coach, transpersonal life coach, and spiritually-oriented business coach. Since 2019, he has been an apprentice of the Shipibo-Konibo tribe of the Peruvian Amazon Jungle and an ally and collaborator among multiple other living indigenous peoples. Having met him, I'd say that Marc-John  is deeply connected with the spirits of the land in a way that is both profoundly wise, and deeply grounded.  He is one of those who comes to Elderhood at a young age, moving through the world with dignity and humility, helping others to reach the core of what it is to be human at this moment of total transformation.  Born and raised in Scotland, he has a deep spiritual connection to south America and to the indigenous peoples of that land. With his wife, Erika Huarcaya a native Peruvian of the Chanka peoples, Marc-John runs the Native Wisdom Hub, which seeks to bring people of our culture - the white, western culture that is currently eating itself alive - into authentic, enduring connection with the web of life such that we can all begin to change the way we are in the world.  On a recent Substack post, Marc-John says, 'We believe that, in large part, healing happens through nervous system co-regulation between indigenous wisdom keepers and modern seekers. Building healthy relationships. Creating psychological safety. Allowing trust to grow where mistrust has festered.'So this conversation delves deeply into the nature of the trauma we experience - and how we might heal the relationships between all parts of ourselves, ourselves and each other, ourselves and the web of life.  LinksNative Wisdom Hub https://www.nativewisdomhub.com/NWH on FB https://www.facebook.com/nativewisdomhub/Marc-John's Substack https://substack.com/@marcjohnbrownOliver Korntezke on FB https://www.facebook.com/okornetzkeWhat we offer—If you'd like to support us, come along and join the Accidental Gods Membership. Here, you can share in the ideas, the programme that will help you connect to the Web of Life in ways that will last—and you can come to the Gatherings half price. Or if that doesn't appeal, come along to one of the Gatherings. Or buy a subscription/Gathering for a friend... do something that feels like a good exchange of energy and minimises our connection with old economic paradigm. Remember that if any of this is difficult, contact us and we'll find something that works for you. Details below: We offer three strands all rooted in the same soil, drawing from the same river: Accidental Gods, Dreaming Awake and the Thrutopia Writing Masterclass If you'd like to join our next Open Gathering offered as part of our Accidental Gods Programme, it's 'Honouring Fear as your Mentor' on Sunday 8th February 2026 from 16:00 - 20:00 GMT - details are here. You don't have to be a member - but if you are, all Gatherings are half price.If you'd like to join us at Accidental Gods, this is the membership where we endeavour to help you to connect fully with the living web of life. If you'd like to train more deeply in the contemporary shamanic work at Dreaming Awake, you'll find us here. If you'd like to explore the recordings from our last Thrutopia Writing Masterclass

It has been quite a journey we have taken together, dear listeners. At long last, it is time to fluff our ostrich feathers and step into the light for the final part of our S3E8 rewatch. As Whistledown's final plan falls into place, we'll be delivering letters to Violet, opening up our floorboards to fund a Featherington fiesta and standing by Penelope's side as the scribe herself reveals herself to the ton. And after a chat on the swings with Beloise, we'll be packing our bags for Scotland and joining a (finally!) happily married couple on the steps of Bridgerton House to we wave goodbye to Season 3 for one last time. Our love story is now complete, dearest listeners. And, forgive us, but that was bloody brilliant. But it's time now to look toward the future, whatever it may bring. After all, what is life without a little gossip?*Show Notes"Into the Light." Bridgerton. Written by Daniel Robinson. Unpublished manuscript (double white revisions, no draft date). Writers Guild Foundation Shavelson-Webb Library. Writers Guild Foundation Shavelson-Webb Library: ⁠https://www.wgfoundation.org/⁠Tudum: Waltz into Bridgerton's Season of Love (Season 4 news and updates): https://www.netflix.com/tudum/features/bridgerton-season-of-love-2026* Follow UsPatreonInstagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ YouTube

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