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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.
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- 5 days ago22 min
Samhain: Halloween Traditions & Tales [Re-Release]
The veil is thinning and soon Samhain, the scariest night of the year, will be upon us. But what is it that makes this night, the 31st of October, just so spooky? In this episode Jenny explores the ancient Celtic roots of Samhain, traditional protective rituals, divination games, and tells the tale of a lass who decided to peak behind the veil to find out who her future husband would be. Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago33 min
63. Ghosts: Spooky Supernatural Messengers
Scottish lore is filled with spooky spectres of all sorts, and in this episode Jenny tells some tales of those with messages to convey to the living. Sometimes these messages are meant to help those left behind, other times they’re to alleviate guilt, or even finger the person who sent them to their grave, but no matter the message, the ghost has to get it off their chest before they can pass on to the Other World! Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramVisit the website and view this episode’s interactive mapExplore all the folklore covered in the podcast so far on the Folklore MapSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago32 min
62. Murder Most Foul
Scottish folklore can be very dark and in this episode Jenny uncovers some of the bloodier folktales that lurk in the lore. From grim tales for children, to cold blooded murder and ghostly guilt, these tales remind us that sometimes, rather than some supernatural beast, it is us humans who are the real monsters. But be warned, these tales may not be suitable for little bairns or the faint of heart, pease do listen with care. Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramVisit the website and view this episode’s interactive mapExplore all the folklore covered in the podcast so far on the Folklore MapSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 27, 202623 min
61. Harvest: Maidens, Black Magic and More
The Autumn Equinox has just passed and harvest in Scotland is well underway. This was an incredibly important time of year, where no risk was taken that might compromise the harvest, and every tradition and superstition was followed to the T!In this episode Jenny explores some of these traditions and superstitions, namely the Harvest Maiden and the Harvest Cailleach, before telling some tales of supernatural harvest helpers… and hinderers: fairies, the Devil, and a wizard called Auld Scary.Listen to Bryce Whyte tell the tale of Auld ScaryFollow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramVisit the website and view this episode’s interactive mapExplore all the folklore covered in the podcast so far on the Folklore MapSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 13, 202629 min
60. Brownies: Hairy Little Household Helpers
Brownies are odd little folkloric spirits who help out around the house purely because they like to. But be warned, they are as easy to please as they are to lose, and tales of their touchiness can be found in every nook and cranny of Scotland!In this episode Jenny explores some of the many tales of Brownies that can be found in Scotland, as well as what happens when Brownies go bad, before ending on the wonderful tale of The Brownie o’ Ferne-Den.Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramVisit the website and view this episode’s Interactive MapExplore all the folklore covered in the podcast so far on the Folklore MapSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 9, 202632 min
59. Rannoch: Changelings, Clans, and The Second Sight
Rannoch is a thin place, an area where the veil between our world and the Other World is said to be rather raggedy, and all sorts of strange things can pass between.Lying in the heart of Scotland, Rannoch stretches from Schiehallion in the east to Glen Coe in the west. In this episode, Jenny explores some of the many tales that take place in the fairy mountains, ancient forests and eerie moors here. From fairy changelings and wolf hunts to encounters with the Devil himself and tales of the second sight, this is a place steeped in folklore, superstition and strange happenings.Explore all the folklore covered in the podcast so far on the Folklore MapFollow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramVisit the website and view this episode’s interactive mapSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 19, 202624 min
58. The Blue Men of The Minch
The poetry-slinging, storm-bringing Blue Men of The Minch are only found in one place in Scotland, the strait of water between the Outer Hebrides in the west and the mainland & Skye in the east. The turbulent and ever changing waters here have wrecked countless ships over the centuries, and while some may blame poor weather, or even poor captains, those in the know, understand the real culprits to be The Blue Men of The Minch. In this episode Jenny tells three stories of encounters with these rhyming ship wreckers, and by the end you’ll understand just why the waters of The Minch are regarded as some of the most dangerous in all of the British Isles.Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramVisit the website and view this episode’s Interactive mapExplore all the folklore covered in the podcast so far on the Folklore MapSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 5, 202625 min
57. The Midge: Scotland’s Most Vicious Predator
The blasted, buzzing, biting midge is the most vicious predator in all of Scotland. One alone is not much to worry about, but they rarely come alone! In this episode Jenny looks at some of the lore around the minuscule midge, including some truly awful punishments, so listeners beware!She also tells the tale of the bloodthirsty giant Thrim, and how the midge came to Scotland, which takes us all the way from Norway to Shetland, Orkney, Caithness, Sutherland, and finally to the little peninsula of Applecross. Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on InstagramVisit the website and view this episode’s interactive mapExplore all the folklore covered in the podcast so far on the Folklore MapSupport Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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