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Folklore Scotland

Folklore Scotland
Scottish Folklore
Denfiend Clan
Transformation
Stories Of the Past
Kingdom Of the Green Mountains
Trial and Execution
Cannibalism
William Sinclair
Dundee
Mother
Jock
Family
Kelpie
Mcgregor
Scotland
Wedding
The Wee Bannock
The Black Pool Of Norway
Fairies
Honey

Scottish registered charity telling the tales of the past with the technology of today. Tune in every week for insight on Scottish folklore! Every two weeks you can expect episodes that delve deep into the world of folklore, either with Cathy and Rosie over at Into The Greenwood, or with our panel of presenters in The Crannog. Every week in between, we release shorter storytelling 'Campfire Tales'... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes159Founded5 years ago
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It's the last episode of the season, and we trawled the folklore archive for evidence of dragons. We hope you all have a lovely festive season, and a merry Christmas if you celebrate (drink responsibly and don't end up like the Mester Stoor Worm.) We... more

How exactly does a good name give strength? Find out in this episode of Campfire Tales! Story: The Gudeman of Ballengeich Written and read by David White Find a text version of this story on our website: folklorescotland.com/the-gudeman-of-ba... more

There are plenty of tragic stories in Scottish folklore, so we decided to do an entire podcast episode on them! Please enjoy three separate tragic tales brought to you in this week's episode of The Crannog... Kofi: ko-fi.com/folklorescotland Check ou... more

Will the soldier be reunited with his love? Find out in this week's episode of Campfire Tales... Story: The Kingdom of the Green Mountains Written by Liana Paraschaki and read by Rebecca Brown Find a text version of this story on our website: https:/... more

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Cathy
Host and co-host, storyteller with a prominent role in bringing Scottish tales to life.
Rosie
Co-host and storyteller, contributing to the vivid narration of Scottish folklore tales.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • I need my Scottish folklore!

    Come back! I miss you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emily Griffin
    United States9 months ago
  • Can’t hear it….

    I LOVE THIS!!! But I can’t hear it..even with just a fan on and I’m the only one home….. please tell me there is a secret to turned up volume so I can hear it?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Feline13
    United States2 years ago
  • Great content, terrible sound design.

    I love this podcast, but can’t listen to it in a car, on a train, or with headphones in because the difference in volume between voices (and especially the difference between the music and the voices) is far too jarring. I turn my stereo all the way up for some presenters, only to then regret it when the theme music comes back to blow me out of the water.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    GeeksLikeBeats
    United States3 years ago
  • Almost

    I feel awful writing a mediocre review, and I really don’t want to hurt any feelings, but i’m hoping maybe it will be constructive? I love the topics, and I think this could be a great podcast, but some of the ladies that are on it are so unenthusiastic when they are speaking that they even sound bored hearing themselves talk. They also don’t speak with conviction, but quiet and rambly. I feel like I could fall asleep sometimes. Again, I want to love this podcast and it could be really good but ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Amandael
    Canada4 years ago

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Listeners express a deep love for the content but voice concerns about audio quality, particularly volume inconsistencies.
There are mixed feelings regarding sound design, with some finding it a challenge to enjoy while on the go due to jarring audio levels.
The storytelling is often praised for its engaging nature; however, some reviews mention a need for more enthusiasm in presentations.

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What is Folklore Scotland about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the rich tapestry of Scottish folklore, the content offers listeners an engaging mix of storytelling, cultural insights, and reflections on historical narratives. Episodes are structured around both extended discussions led by a panel of presenters as well as concise storytelling sessions known as 'Campfire Tales,' creating a diverse listening experience. The storytelling emphasizes themes such as love, betrayal, tragedy, and the supernatural, while often intertwining lessons from the past with contemporary relevance, making it appealing to those interested in cultural heritage and narrative art.

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Folklore Scotland launched 5 years ago and published 159 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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