The Scottish History Podcast

Owen Innes
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The Scottish History Podcast brings Scotland's past to life through engaging storytelling, fascinating characters and remarkable events. From ancient Pictish kingdoms and medieval battles to Jacobite rebellions, scientific pioneers and modern political change, each episode explores the people and moments that shaped the nation. Hosted by Owen Innes, the podcast journeys across more than two thousand years of Scottish history, uncovering well-known stories and forgotten chapters alike. Whether examining the lives of kings and queens, saints and scholars, warriors and reformers, or the everyday experiences of ordinary Scots, every episode is carefully researched and presented in an accessible and entertaining style. Perfect for lifelong history enthusiasts and newcomers alike, the Scottish History Podcast offers a compelling exploration of Scotland's rich and often dramatic past. http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1d ago

    Episode 110 - Black Agnes & The Scuttling of the High Seas Fleet

    Hey folks! If you wish to take a Rabbie's tour, you can use the promo code TSHP15 to receive 15% off any Rabbie's tour from ANY departure point! This week in Scottish History we see The end of the siege on Dunbar Castle which was bravely defended by "Black" Agnes Randolph. The scuttling of the German High Seas Fleet, in Scapa Flow - Orkney. http://patreon.com/scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com scothistorypod.com Facebook, Instagram & TikTok - Scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  2. 5d ago

    Episode 109 - The History of Languages in Scotland

    For centuries, Scotland has been a land of many voices. From the ancient tongues of the Picts to the modern revival of Gaelic and Scots, the story of Scotland's languages is also the story of the nation itself. In this episode of the Scottish History Podcast, we trace the fascinating history of the languages spoken across Scotland over the last two thousand years. We'll explore the mysterious language of the Picts, the arrival of Gaelic from Ireland, the influence of Old Norse in the islands, and the emergence of Scots as the language of kings, poets and parliament. Join us as we uncover the remarkable story of the languages of Scotland—a tale of conquest and migration, suppression and survival, and the enduring power of language to connect us with our past. http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min

  3. Jun 8

    Episode 108 - Saint Columba & James Clerk Maxwell

    In this episode of the Scottish History Podcast, we travel across more than thirteen centuries of Scottish history to explore the lives of two remarkable Scots whose influence reached far beyond their homeland. Our journey begins in the sixth century with Saint Columba, the Irish prince-turned-monk who crossed the sea to establish a monastery on the island of Iona Abbey. The second half of the episode leaps forward to the nineteenth century and the life of James Clerk Maxwell, one of the greatest scientific minds in human history. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of a saint who helped shape Scotland's soul and a scientist who helped unlock the secrets of the universe. http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  4. Jun 4

    Episode 107 - The Scottish Enlightenment

    Hello! This episode of the Scottish History Podcast is all about the Scottish Enlightenment. Discover the how, the why and the people involved. http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min

  5. Jun 1

    Episode 106 - James Hutton and Adam Smith

    Hello! This Week in Scottish History saw the birth of James Hutton - known as the Father of Geology! It also saw the birth of another member of the Scottish Enlightenment and one of the closest friends of another previous topic of the podcast - Adam Smith. Next up is an entire episode explaining the Scottish Enlightenment, which I am looking forward to bringing you! Cheers, Owen http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min

  6. May 28

    Episode 105 - The Witch Trials

    Hello! In what is possibly one of the single most requested episodes since I started doing the podcast (it's only taken me like 5 years to get round to it!) we finally learn about the witch trials. How did they start? How did they end? What happened in between? Well, hopefully all is answered in this episode of The Scottish History Podcast. http://scothistorypod http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min

  7. May 25

    Episode 104 - The Lost Honours & The Udstan Mining Disaster

    Hello! This time I talk about the lost honours of Scotland and how they were discovered on this week in Scottish History, by the most famous Scottish authour of all time - Sir Walter Scott I also delve into the Udstan Mining Disaster which also happened this week in Scottish history - a tradegy in the West of Scotland. Hope you enjoy! http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  8. May 20

    Episode 103 - James VIII of Scots & III of England

    In episode number 103 we finally complete the series on the Jameses of Scottish History. This is the story of James Francis Edward Stuart or King James VIII of Scots and III of England. http://patreon.com/scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
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The Scottish History Podcast brings Scotland's past to life through engaging storytelling, fascinating characters and remarkable events. From ancient Pictish kingdoms and medieval battles to Jacobite rebellions, scientific pioneers and modern political change, each episode explores the people and moments that shaped the nation. Hosted by Owen Innes, the podcast journeys across more than two thousand years of Scottish history, uncovering well-known stories and forgotten chapters alike. Whether examining the lives of kings and queens, saints and scholars, warriors and reformers, or the everyday experiences of ordinary Scots, every episode is carefully researched and presented in an accessible and entertaining style. Perfect for lifelong history enthusiasts and newcomers alike, the Scottish History Podcast offers a compelling exploration of Scotland's rich and often dramatic past. http://scothistorypod.com http://patreon.com/scothistorypod scothistorypod@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Owen Innes
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    128
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Owen Innes 2019-2026
  • Show Website
    The Scottish History Podcast

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