The Scottish History Podcast

Episoade

• 117 - Piper Alpha Disaster and Queens Park Football Club 06.07.2026 32min

  Use the code TSHP15 for 15% off ANY tour with Rabbie's - http://rabbies.comIn this week in Scottish History!6th July - The Piper Alpha Disaster - An oil rig in the North sea, pumping oil and gas, explodes.9th July - The creation of Scotlands oldest association football club - Queens Park Football Club.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• 116 - The Second War of Scottish Independence 02.07.2026 40min

  TSHP15 for 15% off any Rabbie's tour - book now at http://rabbies.comIn this episode, we finally get round to talking about the SECOND war of Scottish Independence.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 115 - John Maclean, The Red Clydeside & The Barber Surgeons of Edinburgh 29.06.2026 34min

  http://rabbies.com - using the code TSHP15 you will receive 15% off your next Rabbie's tour!In This week in Scottish History, we learn about John Maclean and the Red Clydeside. Perhaps I'll do a deeper dive episode into the Red Clydeside at a later date.In the second half, we learn about the Barber Surgeons of Edinburgh. The men who would trim your beard in the morning, could trim off some limbs later on that day.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook, Instagram and TikTok - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 114 - The Battle of Bannockburn - 24th of June 1314 24.06.2026 20min

  Use the code TSHP15 to receive 15% off any Rabbie's tour at rabbies.com!!!!In todays episode, it is the story of the Battle of Bannockburn fought on the 24th of June until the end of June 1314.Robert the Bruce wins the battle, which begins the case for independence in Scotland.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook, Instagram & TikTok - Scothistoypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 113 - Bannockburn - 1313 until 23rd of June 1314 23.06.2026 21min

  Use the code TSHP15 for 15% opff any Rabbie's tour booked via rabbies.com.In this episode, we are going to TODAY in Scottish History as the 23rd of June sees the first actions of the infamous Battle of Bannockburn between Robert the Bruce and Edward II of England.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook, Instagram & Tik Tok - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 112 - Flora MacDonald and Bonnie Prince Charlie's voyage Over The Sea to Skye 22.06.2026 22min

  Use the code TSHP15 to receive 15% off any Rabbie's tour! http://rabbies.comThis week in Scottish history saw Flora MacDonald and Bonnie Prince Charlie make their journey "Over the sea to Skye".on the 27th of June 1746.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook, Instagram & TikTok - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 111 - Robert the Bruce - The run up to Bannockburn 18.06.2026 20min

  Use code TSHP15 for 15% off any Rabbies tour! Visit http://rabbies.comIn this episode, at the request of Mark Mackay, we are going to begin a mini series about Robert The Bruce and Bannockburn, as the 23/24th of June marks the anniversay of the battle.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook, Instagram & TikTok - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 110 - Black Agnes & The Scuttling of the High Seas Fleet 15.06.2026 35min

  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 seeThe 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/scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod.comFacebook, Instagram & TikTok - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 109 - The History of Languages in Scotland 11.06.2026 23min

  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.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 108 - Saint Columba & James Clerk Maxwell 08.06.2026 34min

  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.comhttp://patreon.comscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 107 - The Scottish Enlightenment 04.06.2026 21min

  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.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 106 - James Hutton and Adam Smith 01.06.2026 37min

  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,Owenhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 105 - The Witch Trials 28.05.2026 24min

  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://scothistorypodhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 104 - The Lost Honours & The Udstan Mining Disaster 25.05.2026 40min

  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 ScottI 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.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 103 - James VIII of Scots & III of England 20.05.2026 30min

  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/scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 102 - Battle of Dunnichen and Captain Kidd 20.05.2026 37min

  A bit of a late one this week - but better late than never!This week in Scottish History brings us the anniversary of the battle of Dunnichen between the Picts and the Northumbrians.We also mark the death of Captain William Kidd in 1701. The is likely an influence for Robert Louis Stevenson's book "Treasure Island".http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 101 - James 7th of Scots and 2nd of England 14.05.2026 25min

  Hello!In this, the 7th episode (technically) of the Jameses of Scottish History series - we have King James the 7th of Scots and 2nd of England.http://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram = Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 100 - The Scottish Parliament and the Appin Murder 11.05.2026 21min

  EPISODE 100!Unfortunately I didn't have time to prepare the Q&A session - however I shall extend this time out.Please send me any questions on the links below.http://patreon.com/scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram = Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 99 - James VI & I Part 2 07.05.2026 17min

  Hello!Today we continue the story of King James VI of Scots and I of England in the second part.http://patreon.com/scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram = Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Episode 98 - James Young Simpson & The Battle of Loudoun Hill 04.05.2026 21min

  Hello!This Week In Scottish History we learn about Sir James Young Simpson, a medical pioneer who died on 6th of May 1870.We also look into the Battle of Loudoun Hill that took place on the 10th of May 1307 and was the battle that featured in the movie Outlaw King.Owenhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook and Instagram = Scothistorypodhttp://scothistorypod.comhttp://patreon.com/scothistorypodscothistorypod@gmail.comFacebook & Instagram - Scothistorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.