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“This is one of the most beautiful and well put together podcasts I have heard in years.
Captivating music, beautifully sung and incredibly well acted. The sound effects are stunning, it transports you to the island and whilst I listen I am in another place, wild and beautiful.
I love the story...”Read full review »
Jill CB via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/20/23
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“What a unique and wonderful experience, listening to this podcast. We loved the storyline, the characters, the accents , the incredible music and the ethos. Highly recommended.”
29firewire via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/09/23
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“What a wonderful find. The most beautifully constructed story around the lives of the inhabitants of Hirta. A strong and hardy community that faced many challenges in an almost inhospitable climate and how the eventual outcome was unavoidable. Alongside this , a gentle love story threaded...”Read full review »
Helen J Healy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/25/23
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“I don’t know how I missed this eatlier. Frankly one of the best things I’ve listened to for a very long time. Get a hankie ready though!”
BrendaWGlasgow via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/12/23
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“Terrific story telling with beautifully integrated music and songs”
Lolplolpljh via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/22/22
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“This podcast is great and I highly recommend it! The production is at a commercial level, the story is simple but engaging, the characters are strong, and the acting is top tier. I have only one negative, and it is the music. It's quite bad. The singing is good and there is one song...”Read full review »
manlybrian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/25/22
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“Wonderful story, I didn’t think it would be my cup of tea, as a musical but the story of Hirta is fascinating to me so I listened with open ears. Highly recommended”
thek6project via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/18/22
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“Found this reflection of the peoples history of Hirta fascinating and brilliantly crafted as a musical.”
Iain A Bruce via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/10/22
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“Not my usual cup of tea but the quality of production and authentic story line meant I couldn’t stop listening!”
Alistair c 70 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/25/22
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“I loved the tranditional music and wonderful original songs. The accents were enchanting telling a magical tail of a different way of life. Many thanks!”
Irelandabroad1923 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/21/22
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“This was the most immersive, beautiful podcast. I found it totally captivating and listened to it all in one evening. Please do more? It's going to make it nearly impossible to find another podcast to match it. The acting, music, background sounds- wonderful.”Read full review »
Sflk Jeannie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/14/22
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“A moving and beautiful story. Listened in one go. ❤️💔❤️”
BigA7373 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/10/22
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“A truly magnificent podcast that transports you through time, across the water to the gorgeous islands off the west coast of Scotland. By the end, I felt I knew each character as if they were my own family. Would highly recommend this story to anyone from anywhere! Tapadh Leat!”
Mcechelon via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/04/22
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“I have been to St Kilda, this podcast allowed me to revisit in an emotional truly enlightening way. The energy and story telling captures the essence of that island - thank you”
(Jools22) via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/26/22
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“This is possibly my new favorite podcast. The story is great. The music is beautiful. The characters are wonderful and I love them all. I will re-listen just to be a part of Hirta again.
Please don’t pass this one up. It may take an episode or two to get into, but if you give yourself the time,...”Read full review »
Kailbill via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/22
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“I feel like I know the soul of Hirta. My tears flowed as the island was evacuated.”
gravetim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/21
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“I love the accents”
rose szurek via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/21
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“The music & story are great, and it was easy to imagine it as a play. I’ll be looking for more pod-plays now!”
biivii999 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/25/21
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“I tried a musical podcast before and couldn’t get through the first episode because I did not like the music. So I had low expectations. Though the story of Atlantic is a familiar one, the music just grabbed ahold of my soul. I listened while on a roadtrip moving to Atlantic Canada and the music...”Read full review »
Lawnis04 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/10/21
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“Love the music and how this is written so immersive.”
Leighsoutdoors via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/08/21
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“This is a well written, well acted drama with the most perfect musical score that I’ve heard in some time. I binged the whole series in one day and I send my heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in this incredible production. 🥰”
BuddhistInYorkshireUK via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/04/21
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“This really pulls at your heart strings. A fantastic story that everybody who comes across this podcast must listen to.
Beautiful music and doesn’t leave you. Excellent….well done to you all.”
Motocage via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/25/21
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“I'm a simple person. Promise me a musical or Celtic music, and I'm there. Atlantic: A Scottish Story is both! Set around the turn of the century on Hirta, St Kilda, one of the most remote islands of Scotland, where the climate is harsh, there are no trees, and the locals are proud and...”Read full review »
ezgo22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/21
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“I am just about to listen the last episode and can’t wait to find out what happens. This podcast is a credit to the Scottish audio industry- native stories told with real heart and care, not to mention the amazing music! I was blown away. I’ve been laughing and crying my way through this series -...”Read full review »
Leeannahannah via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/23/21
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“I highly recommend this Podcast. I’ve already shared. Just love getting lost in the story . Thank you .”
Craigie view via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/19/21
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“Wasn’t sure if this would be my cup of tea but by the end of episode eight I was willing it not to end. Great characters, beautifully performed- well done to everyone involved.”
friarton30ls via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/14/21
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“This was recommended by a friend. Heartbreakingly wonderful. Superb performances from such a stellar cast. The music and lyrics so well written and performed. Loved this!”
Nanmur via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/12/21
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“I just finished this beautiful story. I can’t wait to go on a long car ride so I can listen to it again from beginning to end.”
IDBlueGal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/21
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“Stumbled upon this podcast by accident & was hooked from the start. I’ve always been fascinated by stories of St Kilda & this podcast brought a small slice of it to life.
Beautifully done”
Lizziealba via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/09/21
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“Beautifully done, hugely emotional and musical brilliance that left me with goosebumps. A breath of fresh air. Thank you for a wonderful podcast, I’ve loved it.”
mahuvit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/09/21
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“Wonderful podcast series. I look forward to every episode (for which I eagerly await each Monday). Albeit the dialects are questionable in area, the characters storylines intertwined with the wonderful music are sublime.”
DJTicklez via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/02/21
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“This is absolutely beautiful!
I love it.”
CindirratThomo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/02/21
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“I thoroughly enjoyed this 1st episode and am excited to continue with this story. I’m part Scottish, by heritage, and am lucky to learn more about this part of me self. Thanks for sharing!!”
TLB ;-) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/21
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“A fantastic listen! Wonderful voice actors, top-quality production, and an intricately crafted story.”
Mitchm109 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/21
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“It’s a really lovely show. However the questionable accents almost had me turning off at points, it’s a pet peeve. A lot of them diddnt feel authentic. The January man, his was annoying. But still worth listening too.”
Lofarq via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/03/21
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“This series beautifully captures the nostalgia, the intrigue and the complexity of life on a truly remote island. For me, the music takes centre stage in this excellent drama”
BethyB1998 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/02/21
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“I love audio drama but you can’t find quality audio drama in the US. And a musical as well! Pure gold!!!! ❤️❤️❤️”
Nls123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/21
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“Transports the listener with story, sounds, and music! Well done, all of you!”
Bad advertise via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/21
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“The music is beautiful and haunting at times and it’s a unique story that I don’t know about
It’s a great idea to have a musical podcast where the story and the music work so well together”
shaphid via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/28/21
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“I saw the stage production at the Edinburgh Fringe a few years ago, so I knew I was in for a treat, but this is a beautifully realised audio version. It captures the bleak isolation, and the tenderness of the relationships, carrying the listener on an atmospheric tide of song and speech. Looking...”Read full review »
FionaStewart via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/28/21
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“Atmospheric music beautifully sung, love the Gaelic and the realistic soundscape of this island. Looking forward to how the story develops.”
haunty3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/26/21
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“Really enjoying this. Great cast and songs.
Hope there are more Gaelic tunes in upcoming episodes.”
Mithras21 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/25/21
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“Was looking forward to this and it did not disappoint. I loved the music and look forward to seeing how the story progresses. Well done another hit for The Big Light ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Catrìiona via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/23/21
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“Great first episode - when’s the rest?!”
Sconj via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/21/21
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“Stop listening to bbc drama because of its constant inclusion of woke lecturing shoehorned into every cucking story!”
sonic spangle via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/11/21
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“Love the sound of this. The story of the evacuation of St Kilda, a population living on the edge of the Atlantic and starting a new life is a fascinating topic.”
Aggie173 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/25/21
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