The Scottish Folklore Podcast

The Scottish Folklore Podcast
The Scottish Folklore Podcast

In each episode of The Scottish Folklore Podcast host Jenny Johnstone retells traditional Scottish folk tales from around the country, bringing age-old adventures, local lore, and strange creatures to life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 15. Rashiecoat: Scotland's Cinderella

    FEB 23

    15. Rashiecoat: Scotland's Cinderella

    In this episode Jenny tells the classic Scottish folk tale of Rashiecoat. This is Scotland’s version of Cinderella, and while there are similarities, it is no Disney fairytale!  Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive Episode Map and Story Map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  2. 14. Through the Mist

    FEB 16

    14. Through the Mist

    In Scottish folklore mist swirls in the liminal space between this world and the parallel Otherworld, where fairies, spirits, and monsters exist just beyond our boundaries of perception. But when the mist descends, for better or worse, we humans can pass through the veil and into the otherworld. In this episode Jenny tells two eerie tales of those who passed through the mist, and what they found on the other side… The first is called ‘Baking in Creag Hàstain’ and comes from Balemore on the island of North Uist. The second is called ‘The Blue Cap’ and comes from Kintyre.  Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  3. 13. Thieves: Tales of Cunning and Curses

    FEB 9

    13. Thieves: Tales of Cunning and Curses

    Thieves play many roles in Scottish folklore, and while for the most part they are the worst of the worst, this isn’t always the case! In this episode Jenny tells the tales of two thieves, firstly, ‘The Troublesome Son’, from Glenluce in the Borders, and secondly, ‘An Gille Dubh’ from Argyll.  Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  4. 12. Fin Folk: Tall, Dark, and Dangerous

    FEB 2

    12. Fin Folk: Tall, Dark, and Dangerous

    The Fin Folk are a strange race of sea-people that live off the coasts of Orkney and Shetland. They are tall, dark, mysterious… and covered in big flappy fins. In this episode Jenny explores how the Fin Folk live, the vanishing island they call home, and their (very much unreciprocated) desire to marry humans.  She also tells the tale of ‘The Farmer of Evie’, a traditional Orcadian folktale about how the mysterious isle of Eynhallow came to rest between Evie and Rousay.  Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  5. 11. To a Mouse: Superstitions and Folklore Surrounding Mice

    JAN 26

    11. To a Mouse: Superstitions and Folklore Surrounding Mice

    Inspired by Robert Burns’ Poem ‘To a Mouse’ Jenny dives into the superstitions and folklore surrounding mice in Scotland.  Read ‘To a Mouse’ here Read ‘Drumming Tunes’, an article on Mice and Rat Satires here Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  6. 10. Tip to Toe: Stories from Scotland’s Farthest Reaches

    JAN 19

    10. Tip to Toe: Stories from Scotland’s Farthest Reaches

    Travel the length of Scotland with these folk tales from the very tippy-toppy of the country to the very tippy-toey. In the far north, Jenny tells the tale of two giants on Unst and how the tiny island of Out Stack, the most northerly point in all of Scotland, came to be. And in the far south, on The Mull of Galloway, a coven of witches don’t realise their own power at Carrickcarlin point, and the last of the Picts defend the secret of Heather Ale.  Muckle Flugga and Me - Part 1 Muckle Flugga and Me - Part 2 The Mull of Galloway, Scotland's most Southern Coast - SeaKayakPhoto Blog Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  7. 9. Folk Tales from the Forest

    JAN 12

    9. Folk Tales from the Forest

    The forests of Scotland are filled with folklore and in this episode Jenny tells two tales from amongst the trees. The first is of the lonesome Ghillie Dhu, a gentle forest fairy and master of disguise. The second story is called The Lass who Couldn’t be Frightened, and funnily enough, is about a lass that couldn’t be frightened! Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  8. 8. Kelpies & Water Horses

    JAN 5

    8. Kelpies & Water Horses

    Kelpies are some of the most dangerous creatures in all of Scottish folklore, and in this episode Jenny tells two tales that show just how malevolent they can be. The first, Tarbh na Leòid, is about a handsome and cunning Water Horse on Heisker, also known as the Monach Islands. The second, The Bride and the Water Kelpie, tells the tale of a Kelpie taking revenge upon a young lass.  Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
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In each episode of The Scottish Folklore Podcast host Jenny Johnstone retells traditional Scottish folk tales from around the country, bringing age-old adventures, local lore, and strange creatures to life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    The Scottish Folklore Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Scottish Folklore Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Scottish Folklore Podcast

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