The Scottish Folklore Podcast

The Scottish Folklore Podcast
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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.

Episodes

  1. 11. To a Mouse: Superstitions and Folklore Surrounding Mice

    3 DAYS AGO

    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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 7. Wee Ghosties

    12/29/2024

    7. Wee Ghosties

    Scotland is steeped in ghost stories, and in this episode Jenny tells two of these tales, The Searching Woman of Lewis and The Weeping Lass at the Dancing Place. Both have very sad women, but the ghosts could not be more different, be sure to listen with the lights on! 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.

    25 min
  6. 6. Scottish Yuletide & Hogmanay Traditions

    12/22/2024

    6. Scottish Yuletide & Hogmanay Traditions

    Join Jenny as she explores some of the many Yuletide and Hogmanay traditions, customs, rituals, and rites that have been practised in Scotland over the millennia. From ancient burial cairns being aligned with the setting winter solstice sun, to different types of divination, cow-hides and clubs, and of course, first-footing, these traditions are part of the celebration of the darkest days of the year, and the rebirth into a new cycle of life.  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
  7. 5. The Land of Green Mountains - Part 2

    12/15/2024

    5. The Land of Green Mountains - Part 2

    The epic adventure continues in this episode as Ian must now serve his new master, the King of The Land of Green Mountains, and fulfil his increasingly outrageous demands else he be put to death!  This episode is part two of The Land of Green Mountains, listen to part one before diving into this! Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website to view the interactive map and read a different version of the story Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  8. 4. The Land of Green Mountains - Part 1

    12/08/2024

    4. The Land of Green Mountains - Part 1

    After rebelling against The Lord of the Isles, Ronald Boo’e and his wife Morag flee to the legendary Land of Green Mountains, out by the edge of the world. This episode is part one of the epic adventure that follows! 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.

    31 min
  9. 3. Weird Witchcraft

    12/01/2024

    3. Weird Witchcraft

    The bubbling cauldron of Scottish folklore is brimming with tales of witches and witchcraft, and while all these stories are filled with strange supernatural happenings, some are more strange than others.  Listen in and join Jenny as she wades into some of the weirder tales of witchcraft that she’s found, including folklore of Macleans of Duart, bearded babies, and some real squelchy revenge.  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
  10. 2. Giants of Scotland

    11/24/2024

    2. Giants of Scotland

    There was once an ancient race of Giants that roamed the hills and glens of Scotland, and although they are now long gone, their stories have survived.  In this episode of the Scottish Folklore Podcast Jenny tells two tremendous traditional Scottish folk tales called The Giant of Morvern and The Lonely Giant.  You can see how the land and lore of this episode intertwine by exploring the interactive map. Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  11. 1. Thomas the Rhymer

    11/17/2024

    1. Thomas the Rhymer

    Journey back to the 13th century and down to the Scottish borders for perhaps the most well known fairy tale in all of Scotland, that of Thomas the Rhymer. Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram. Visit the website and view the interactive map. Many thanks to Glen Robertson for his wonderful lute playing, you can find him on Instagram @GCRMusician. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min

  12. 11/13/2024

    Trailer - The Scottish Folklore Podcast

    Welcome to the Scottish Folklore Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2 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
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Scottish Folklore Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Scottish Folklore Podcast

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