Best Tremula Network Podcasts (2024)

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Good for Crofting - Traditional Crofting in South Uist 51:16

1h ago51:16

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'Good for Crofting' is a story about living with and off the land. Crofting is an integral part of Scottish culture in the Highlands and Islands, and on a crofting tour with DJ Cameron in South Uist, you can learn more about it. We learn what distinguishes crofting from farming, talk about sustainable crofting techniques and get a glimpse of the un…

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The Sounds of Mousa - Two trips to Mousa in Shetland 29:36

7d ago29:36

29:36

'The Sounds of Mousa' is a story about two back-to-back trips I did to Mousa, a small island off the west coast of Shetland. First, we head there at night to witness the return of thousands of storm petrels to their nests. The next day, we return in daylight to explore Mousa Broch and the trails across the island. Along the way, we'll meet the men …

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Slow Travel Special: Guided Nature Meditation 15:23

14d ago15:23

15:23

Last week, I spoke with Francesca Lo Verso, an outdoor therapist and host of the “We Are Here, Too” podcast. One of the questions I asked her was about exercises we can do to tune into our surroundings, feel more present in the moment and connect with nature around us. From this, we came up with the idea to create a special episode with a couple of…

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Nature Connection with Francesca Lo Verso 51:41

21d ago51:41

51:41

Join me for a conversation with outdoor therapist Francesca Lo Verso about nature connection and how to be more mindful of nature on the go. Francesca is a therapist with a focus on outdoor therapy and host of the "We Are Here, Too" podcast about life abroad and mental health. We met up to dive deep into that feeling of connectedness with nature, w…

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Community Tourism in Scotland with Russell Fraser 50:24

1M ago50:24

50:24

Join me for a conversation with Russell Fraser, the Managing Director at Loch Ness Hub & Travel and Chair of the Scottish Community Tourism Network, SCOTO. We hear the story of the local community in Drumnadrochit, and how they stepped up to the challenge of running the local visitor information centre. But that's not all they do - from e-bike hire…

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A Slow and Winding Journey - A Trip to Huisinis in North Harris 27:38

1M ago27:38

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This story was recorded LIVE at the Tremula Festival in Brighton on 21 September 2024. Local communities should be at the heart of sustainable and slow tourism in Scotland. 'A Slow and Winding Journey' is a story about discovering the wild landscapes of the Isle of Harris - without losing sight of its community of people who take care of North Harr…

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One Mile Magic - Coldingham Bay on the Berwickshire Coast 20:16

1M ago20:16

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Covering great distances isn't necessarily the best way to see as much as possible when you travel. 'One Mile Magic' is a story about picking a mile-long stretch on the Berwickshire Coast and exploring it in depth. We'll enjoy a slow morning on the beach of Coldingham Bay, go snorkelling and swimming on the Berwickshire Snorkel Trail, and follow th…

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Push and Pull - A Journey to Barra and Vatersay by Bike 26:36

2M ago26:36

26:36

'Push and Pull' is a story about slowing down and exploring the Isles of Barra and Vatersay by bike. I spent 3 nights on these islands which I had only visited once before - to travel even slower, by foot on the Hebridean Way. Yet somehow, I never felt like I did these islands justice - seeing so little of them on my hike... That's what this story …

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Coming soon: Season 6 1:41

2M ago1:41

1:41

Wild for Scotland is coming back soon with brand new stories and conversations digging deep into what it means to travel slowly and with purpose. Season 6 of Wild for Scotland is all about "Slow Travel". We’ll take it slow, soak up our surroundings, pay attention to the littlest details, and will find joy in the small things all around us. Our jour…

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The Art of Nature (Unst, Shetland) - A Social Club Preview 19:06

4M ago19:06

19:06

How far north can you go in Scotland? In today's episode, I'm sharing with you a bonus story that I produced for my Patreon community, the Wild for Scotland Social Club, back in season 1! 'The Art of Nature' is a short story about my first trip to Unst, the northernmost island in Shetland (and thereby in Scotland as well as the entire UK). We're vi…

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Revisiting Hiking the Hebridean Way (+ Barra Travel Tips) 29:24

5M ago29:24

29:24

Last month I visited the Isles of Barra and Vatersay - two islands in the Outer Hebrides that I hadn't returned to since solo hiking the Hebridean Way in 2018. My trip inspired me to revisit one of the first stories I shared with you on Wild for Scotland. It's called 'Out of Nowhere'. But there is another reason why I decided to give this story an …

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A Confidence Game - Gaining Confidence in the Hills with Glenmore Lodge 36:12

6M ago36:12

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'A Confidence Game' is a story about feeling safe and confident in the Scottish mountains. I'm taking you with me on the 2-day Hill & Mountain Skills course at Glenmore Lodge to learn about navigation techniques, what kit to pack, how to plan a route off-trail and how to keep ourselves safe in the hills. After the story, I walk you through my detai…

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Revisiting Whisky Trip to Islay (+ Tips for Fèis Ìle) 27:52

6M ago27:52

27:52

With the Islay Festival (Fèis Ìle) just around the corner, let's revisit another classic Wild for Scotland episode. 'An Acquired Taste' traces my journey to become a whisky drinker in Scotland and tells the story of my first visit to the Isle of Islay. Famous for its heavily peated whiskies, Islay is home to nine working distilleries - with more un…

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AS WE REST: Soraya Abdel-Hadi is Prompted by Nature 1:17:44

7M ago1:17:44

1:17:44

Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode Following on from the last episode on 'interviewing as an ally', this is the first episode in a series of crossovers where we share interviews with some of our previous panellists. This episode comes from a podcast called Prompted by Nature, from the very aptly named Helen Forester. Helen c…

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Revisiting Stargazing on the Isle of Coll (+ Stargazing Tips) 29:04

8M ago29:04

29:04

It's International Dark Sky Week! ✨ 🔭 🪐 To celebrate we're revisiting an episode about one of my favourite islands on the Scottish west coast. 'Day and Night' is a story about my first trip to the Isle of Coll. It lasted only 24 hours, giving me a taste of everything Coll has to offer by day and by night. Rugged coastlines, wild waters, beautiful b…

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Like an Open Book - An Archaeology Tour in the Scottish Borders 40:45

8M ago40:45

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'Like an Open Book' is a story about an archaeology tour to the Scottish Borders with HARP Archaeology. Your guides are professional archaeologists Michelle Gamble and Ian Hill, joined by a group of experts in Roman history, medieval battles, family research and more. We travel to Kelso and Melrose, uncover the secrets of Roxburgh and Hume Castle, …

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An Ode to Rain - A Social Club Preview 8:58

8M ago8:58

8:58

How do you deal with the constant rain in Scotland? 🌧️ ☔️ In today's episode, I'm sharing with you a bonus story that I shared with our Patreon community, the Wild for Scotland Social Club, last November. 'An Ode to Rain' is a playful response to one of the most asked questions I get from visitors - how do I deal with the constant rain in Scotland?…

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Revisiting Glasgow's Women's History (+ a special BIRTHDAY) 32:34

9M ago32:34

32:34

Wild for Scotland turns 3! 🎉 To celebrate we're revisiting one of our favourite stories from the archive. ‘Flourish’ is a story about Glasgow’s “City of the Dead” - the Necropolis cemetery - and the woman who rest there. We’re joining a group of history detectives from the Glasgow Women’s Library for a guided tour of the Victorian garden cemetery b…

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Icons of the Kingdom - A Winter Trip to Fife 43:29

9M ago43:29

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'Icons of the Kingdom' is an episode about the wonders of Fife. From the majestic Forth Bridge in North Queensferry to the picturesque fishing villages on the East Neuk, we peel back layers of medieval and Pictish history, discover what outdoor adventures to enjoy even in winter, and we'll indulge in Fife's tasty side with delicious food and drink …

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Wild for 2024 - An exciting update and a preview of what's to come 9:30

10M ago9:30

9:30

What are Kathi's plans for Wild for Scotland in 2024? When can you expect the next season to launch? Which episodes are coming up soon? And how can you contribute to making it all happen? All of this and more is revealed in this preview episode. Are you wild for 2024? Unlock bonus content and get access to exclusive member events by joining the Wil…

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Introducing: Travel That Matters 37:46

11M ago37:46

37:46

Travel has always played a big role in my life and I wouldn’t be the person I am today, had I not had the opportunity to travel abroad. I might have never had the confidence to move abroad to Scotland - oh how, different my life would have been... Travel matters a great deal to me and to lots of other people. That's why I’m introducing you to a pod…

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Podcasts, outdoors and interviewing as an ally (with Rob Darfi from The Outdoors Adventure Podcast) 33:13

11M ago33:13

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Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode This episode was inspired by the idea of 'interviewing as an ally'. Robert Darfi is another podcasters who describes himself as the "least diverse person around," and in the episode, Fran flips the microphone on him to explore how podcasts can be a powerful tool for activism... LINKS: Liste…

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Over the Ratagan Pass - An Unexpected Adventure in Glenelg 19:53

11M ago19:53

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What happens when a storm derails your island adventure plans? You follow the advice of locals and go on an unexpected adventure off the beaten path. 'Over the Ratagan Pass' is a story about an unexpected detour to the tiny village of Glenelg. Like most people, had only planned to take the Glenelg ferry to the Isle of Skye. But when a storm put the…

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Some monumental moments for our 5th Birthday! 35:14

12M ago35:14

35:14

Celebrate good times! December 5th 2023 marks five years since Seize Your Adventure - the podcast sharing stories of adventure and outdoor living with a focus on epilepsy - was launched. After a hiatus, to mark the show's fifth anniversary Fran is revisiting five monumental episodes. Fran reflects on her interview with Becky Samson, who cycled acro…

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Water Books with Freya Bromley, Alycia Pirmohamed and Mollie Hughes 1:19:02

12M ago1:19:02

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In this episode, we speak to Freya Bromley, host of The Tidal Year podcast, Alycia Pirmohamed, a poet shortlisted for the Nan-Sheperd Prize, and Mollie Hughes, world record-holding adventurer extraordinaire, about their latest books. We talk to the three authors about their journeys as writers, how they draw inspiration from water and what we can e…

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Responsible Marine Tourism in Scotland with Caroline Willis 1:02:23

12M ago1:02:23

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Join me for a conversation with Caroline Willis from the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust. We discuss the impact marine tourism has on coastal environments and marine species like whales and dolphins, and what we as visitors can do to minimise our impact. Caroline also tells us about the work the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust has been doing si…

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Scotland’s Snorkel Trails with Elouise Cartner & Lyle Boyle 42:05

1y ago42:05

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Scotland's Snorkel Trails highlight suitable places to snorkel in search of marine wildlife all along the Scottish coast - and they help us fight against the "extinction of experience". We speak with Elouise Cartner from the Scottish Wildlife Trust about her work on the trails and how snorkelling can contribute to stronger relationships between peo…

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A Long Time Coming - Beaver Safari on the River Tay 30:33

1y ago30:33

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'A Long Time Coming' takes you on a journey along the River Tay, from its source to the sea. We hop inside a canoe to follow the footsteps (or paw strokes?) of beavers who live on this river system - and learn about their troubled past. We talk about beaver reintroduction programmes in Britain, learn interesting facts about beavers and head out to …

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All That Could Be - Seagrass Restoration in Loch Craignish 35:56

1y ago35:56

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'All That Could Be' is an explorative adventure story set in the waters of Loch Craignish. We go snorkelling and paddleboarding to immerse ourselves in the dazzling underwater world of seagrass, meet its inhabitants and form a relationship with an eco-system that normally goes unseen. We speak with Philip Price of Seawilding about the importance of…

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An update from Kathi 3:34

1y ago3:34

3:34

We know you were expecting a brand-new episode of Wild for Scotland today, but life happens sometimes and we fell a little bit behind our production schedule. Listen to our short announcement in your feed today and let Kathi explain what has been going on... Help us spread the word about Wild for Scotland! If you hear something you like in this epi…

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Healing Waters - Blue Health and the Isle of Coll 24:00

1y ago24:00

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'Healing Waters' is a deep-dive into my own personal experiences with swimming, grief and depression. The story takes you first into my mind, and then on a journey to the Isle of Coll I undertook in search of healing. Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and links to further resources about the topics we cover on the s…

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Salt of the Earth - The Salt Marsh in the Eden Estuary 40:05

1y ago40:05

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'Salt of the Earth' is a story about a landscape of extremes. Twice a day, the salt marshes of Scotland get flooded by the incoming tide and the plants that grow here perform their own secret magic trick - surviving and thriving in both fresh and saltwater! Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript, tips for a trip to St An…

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Vastness of Space - The Bogs of the Flow Country 48:25

1y ago48:25

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'A Vastness of Space' is a story about my trip to the Flow Country, a region of vast peatlands spanning Caithness and Sutherland. We travel through the area by car, by train, by bike and on foot, and learn about the fascinating ecology of a blanket bog. From its complex system of interlinked peat pools to a variety of birds and insects that call th…

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Dan the Merman on Connecting with his Gaelic Heritage through Swimming 53:17

1y ago53:17

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Dan the Merman is a professional open-water swim coach who lives and works on the west coast of Scotland. From his home in the Heart of Argyll, he takes locals and visitors out into the open waters of Scotland. In-person and digitally he fosters a community of considerate swimmers who want to immerse themselves not just in the deep, dark cold of th…

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BONUS: More thoughts on the UCI trans policy (and Outdoor News Round-up) 18:10

1y ago18:10

18:10

Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode In the latest episode of the On the Outside podcast, Fran shares some feedback from listeners on the previous episode about the UCI Cycling World Championships, including a trans woman cyclist who is affected by the UCI's trans policy. Fran also shares a quick outdoor news round-up, includi…

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A Taste of Freedom - Sailing on the Scottish West Coast 34:09

1y ago34:09

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'A Taste of Freedom' is a story about changing your perspective and seeing the Scottish coastline from a different angle. We're setting sail aboard the Stravaigin, a 44 ft sail yacht owned by John Ormiston. John takes us on a sailing adventure from Oban to the Isle of Mull, Lismore and Kerrera - but there is a lot more to this trip, than spending t…

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UCI Cycling World Champs 2023 - access, inclusion, action and more! 53:40

1y ago53:40

53:40

Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode We are back with an exciting panel discussion, and Fran is learning all about the Cycling World Championships that took place in Scotland in August. You'd be forgiven for almost missing this event (and we talk about why that might be the case) but I am joined by a panel of guests including …

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Coming soon: Season 5 2:00

1y ago2:00

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Wild for Scotland is coming back with a brand-new season diving into the depths of "Uisge - Scottish Waters". Pack your swimsuit, water shoes and drybags, and prepare for a jam-packed season of water-inspired stories and conversations. Our journey will take us from the shallow bays of the rugged west coast to the peat pools of blanket bogs in the n…

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TEASER: Let's dive into season 5... 0:58

1y ago0:58

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Season 5 of Wild for Scotland is coming soon - here's a wee teaser of what to expect! The first episode of Season 5 will drop in your feed on 19 September 2023. Make sure you’re subscribed so we can all dive into "Uisge - Scottish Waters" together - and be Wild for Scotland! Want to know more about what inspired this season? Join our Patreon commun…

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Outdoor news round-up: From conservation projects to being saved from bears, running in heels and a brave three-peaks challenge 8:24

1y ago8:24

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Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode 🗞️ We have an exciting guest for this latest edition of the On The Outside news round-up 🤩 This week, Tremula Network has been host to an intern from Arts Emergency, a charity helping young people get a fair start in the arts and humanities, and we've been showing her what goes into making …

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Outdoor news round-up: 2023 Cycling World Championships start, swimming in plastic and Black Girls Hike team up with DofE 11:42

1+ y ago11:42

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Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode Fran is back with a round-up of some news stories that have caught her eye recently! Featuring: - The Cycling World Championships in Scotland - South Asian Heritage Month outdoors - Protect Our Winters report on climate change affecting cycling - Black Girls Hike link up with DofE - Black T…

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That Magical Feeling - Solo Travel with Hostelling Scotland 29:21

1+ y ago29:21

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'That Magical Feeling' is a story about the good, the bad and the ugly sides of solo travelling. But how do you overcome the overwhelm of being responsible for ALL the decisions, and step into the power of adventuring on your own? Let's find out together shall we? I'm taking you on a trip from the dreamy streets of Edinburgh to the remote mountain …

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Reflections on TWO YEARS of On The Outside (with Anesu Matanda-Mambingo and Francesca Turauskis) 30:11

1+ y ago30:11

30:11

Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode We're celebrating 2 Years of On the Outside Podcast! And we can't believe how far we've come since our launch back in 2021! To mark this special milestone, social media assistant Anesu Matanda-Mambingo is speaking to Producer Francesca Turauskis about how On The Outside came to be, what les…

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Outdoor news round-up: A campaign to protect our seas, Women In Mountain Training webinars and a new Munro record (with Oge Ejizu) 7:26

1+ y ago7:26

7:26

Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode Oge, your friendly neighbourhood hiking girl has been a part of OTO for a while. She loves the outdoors and hiking specifically, when not finding a mountain or hill to climb, she's learning how to swim and spending time with her family. She's also part of an amazing hiking group called Blac…

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Outdoor news round-up: Black To The Trails 2024, Wave Wahines' Summer Slide and the biggest UK wildfire on record... 8:39

1+ y ago8:39

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Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode Fran is back with a round-up of some news stories that have caught her eye recently! On The Outside is going live! Join us in Brighton on 21st September 2024 for a live show as part of the Tremula Festival. 🗓️ 21st September, 8pm 📍Sallis Benney Theatre, Brighton, BN2 0JY 🎟️ Tickets are on a…

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From activewear hijabs to peeing outdoors - why DO we need specialist outdoor equipment? 53:32

1+ y ago53:32

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Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode In this episode, our guest host Kathi Kamleitner speaks to Zahrah Mahmood and Ani Barber about specialist, accessible and inclusive outdoor equipment, starting with a look at the activewear hijab that Zahrah has created with Berghaus. We also talk about the risk of misappropriating an item …

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Yours to Explore - Exploring Dunfermline and West Fife 35:50

1+ y ago35:50

35:50

'Yours to Explore' is an episode about Scotland's newest city Dunfermline and the surrounding region of West Fife. We dive into the medieval history of this Royal Burgh, its role throughout the Industrial Revolution, famous emigrants who found their luck in North America and world-changing innovations that left a lasting impression until today. Oh,…

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The Big Picture - Meet the Young People Rewilding Scotland 54:55

1+ y ago54:55

54:55

Is there any wilderness left in Scotland? In this episode about rewilding Scotland, you'll learn about Scotland's diverse landscapes and species, what threatens them and how they can be restored. You'll also meet two young people who are actively working on rewilding Scotland as part of SCOTLAND: The Big Picture's NextGen programme: Joe McLellan an…

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Outdoor news round-up: From the biggest ever trespass in Kinder Reservoir to Welsh National Park name changes (with Anesu Matanda Mambingo) 7:32

1+ y ago7:32

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Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode This month's minsode news round-up comes from the newest member of the On The Outside team. In addition to our amazing panellists, there are a lot of people working behind the scenes to help make the podcast what it is, and we’re excited to be welcoming Anesu Matanda Mambingo (She/Her). Ane…

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Outdoor news round-up: from Ramblers Scotland's new president to bikepacking with a bassoon (with Ani Barber) 6:52

1+ y ago6:52

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Text us your views -- we'll share some on the next episode This month's minsode news round-up is changing things up! You might be familiar with Ani from previous podcasts. She's giving Fran a break/taking over this minisode and also sharing some stories that have caught HER eye. It’s really great to see so many people in the outdoor community level…

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