Tales for our Times
Dougie MackayWe live in turbulent times, such times need great stories and storytelling. This podcast presents the ancient craft of storytelling as tool for connection, imagination, entertainment and empowerment. Scottish storyteller Dougie Mackay, shares folk tales, myths and musings. Sometimes joined by guest storytellers, change-makers, rebels and poets, who share their perspective on stories and folk cultu... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 16 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Categories | ArtsPerforming Arts | ||||
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This episode features a live telling of an Irish/Scottish folk tale, "The Clever Wish".
Recorded at the Hearth Fire Sessions in Edinburgh in November 24, this episode previews the launch of the sessions again this year, starting on ... more
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Live recording from the banks of the River Tweed in the south of Scotland. The sun is shining, the frost is sparkling and the otters are swimming.
This episode shares musings on creativity, creating moments of wonder amidst modernity... more
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In this episode I give updates from the Marrakech International Storytelling Festival and share two short stories from the region.
The stories are of a character famed through the Arab world, the wise fool, often known as Hodja, or t... more
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As a prequel to my upcoming tour of British Columbia I speak with Tad Hargrave, best known for his Marketing for Hippies movement, but also eloquent in culture making and something of a storyteller, improv actor and street magician. Y... more
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- Balm to my soul
So happy to have stumbled upon this podcast. As a descendant of settlers here in Canada I long for a connection to the lands and ways of being of my ancestors. This podcast is a nourishing listen indeed!
Apple Podcasts5Naena Mae
Canada8 months ago - Great insight and great stories!
This podcast is a brilliant route into learning more about the wonders of storytelling and the people who share it and shape it. Dougie is the perfect host, knowledgeable and entertaining!
Apple Podcasts5NoNickNameTho
United Kingdom2 years ago - Brilliant new storytelling podcast
I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this new podcast from Scottish storyteller Dougie Mackay. The stories and interviews are well chosen and delivered with a relaxed, engaging style that makes them a pleasure to listen to. Whether you’re a teller yourself or just enjoy listening to traditional tales and exploring what they mean to us at the present time, you’ll find food for thought and a warm welcome here. More please!
Apple Podcasts5Kendal KayUnited Kingdom2 years ago - Tales to ponder and repeatedly enjoy
Lovely podcast, whipped through the available episodes in an afternoon. Really enjoy the commentary and contextual elements. Looking forward to more episodes.
Apple Podcasts5BoggWitchUnited Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #80 | United Kingdom/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #94 |  Germany/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #135 |  Finland/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #145 |  Austria/Arts/Performing Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #202 |  New Zealand/Arts/Performing Arts |
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