The Scottish Mushroom Podcast Scottish Mushroom Podcast

Join host Lynne Campbell on the Scottish Mushroom podcast as she delves into Scotland's rich mycological culture. In this episode, Lynne reconnects with Suzanne Scott, an acclaimed illustrator known for her whimsical mushroom artwork. They reminisce about their fifteen-year friendship, discuss Suzanne's transition from full-time employment to freelancing, and explore her recent projects, including the enchanting Toadstool Trail at Dundee Botanic Gardens. Discover how Suzanne's childhood foraging adventures inspired her art and how her work continues to foster a love for nature in both children and adults. Tune in for a delightful conversation about mushrooms, art, and community engagement!



Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:30) Meeting Suzanne Scott

(04:50) Suzanne's Transition to Freelance Art

(08:20) The Toadstool Trail Project

(18:00) Childhood Foraging and Mushroom Vision

(25:10) Community Projects and Workshops

(35:00) Upcoming Projects and Future Plans

(45:00) Conclusion



Find Suzanne on IG @whisicallush or on the web at

https://whimsicallush.co.uk/

Welcome to Scotland on Shrooms Episode 4, in which I chat community creation, creative interactions with mushrooms and favourite fungi with founder and outgoing president of the University of Dundee Mycology Society, Ben, and its incoming president Holly. Community creation around mushrooms is happening all over Scotland, and here are two of Dundee's top mushroom fans talking about how students at UoD can get involved.

Dung cannons! Zombie Water Bears! Zones of Repugnance! The Emergence of Human Consciousness!

This 40 minutes has A LOT packed in.

This month I’m chatting to DH42, who has been researching a couple of native species of little-known psilocybin mushrooms that grow on animal dung. In the process, he has set up online communities where people photograph, discuss and help identify these fungi. He drops some pretty excellent fungi facts, as well as chatting around the heroes of modern mycology in Scotland and further afield.

This month we speak with Jim Cook, of Tayside and Fife fungal group (TAFFG) about everyone’s favourite fairytale mushroom, Amanita Muscaria, or Fly Agaric, and how reindeer pee can make you fly! Jim’s knowledge of fungi in Scotland is aspirational, and in this episode he shares his favourite fungi to look at, eat, and discover, all of which can be found on the East Coast of Scotland.

Welcome to "Scotland on Shrooms" - a podcast that delves into the fascinating world of mushrooms in Scotland.

Join us as we take a journey through the forests, meadows, and mountains of Scotland, discovering the diverse array of mushrooms that call this country home. From the beloved chanterelles and porcini to the lesser-known inkcaps and stinkhorns, we'll explore the different species and their unique characteristics.

But our podcast is not just about mushrooms - we'll also dive into the cultural and historical significance of fungi in Scotland. From ancient folklore and traditions to modern-day culinary and medicinal uses, mushrooms have played a vital role in Scottish culture for centuries.

Our guests will include mycologists, foragers, artists, storytellers and other experts who will share their insights and experiences with us. We'll also hear from folk who have their own stories and memories of mushroom hunting and consumption in Scotland.

So if you're a mycophile or simply curious about the fascinating world of fungi, join us for "Scotland on Shrooms" and jump into the world of our marvellous mushrooms.


This week, I'm so excited to speak to Siôn Parkinson. Sion is an artist, composer, and, performer based in his, and my, hometown of Dundee.