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“I am so happy to have stumbled into this podcast as I was trying to learn more about the history and lore of Scotland in anticipation of a visit…and your podcast was the perfect combination of learning and fun. I love the mix of geology and historical references. It’s been a few generations since...”Read full review »
lolonorth via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/29/24
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“I’ve had the good fortune to visit Scotland twice. This podcast is so fun (and educational) and gives me a never ending list of more places I want to visit in Scotland. I have a degree in geology and get so excited when Jenny discusses the geology of different areas. I can’t wait to return and...”Read full review »
Kyliegdrake via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/24
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“A fantastic podcast that’s clearly well researched and laid out. They’ve really gone the extra mile. I keep coming back to this friendly duo who teach me new things all the freaking time, thanks for entertaining me!”
I’m a fan of via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/18/24
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“OMG I absolutely love listening to this podcast (even the cringy jokes 😆) I want to try bog butter so very much now”
FunnelwebFunnelweb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/24
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“This podcast is a blast. I absolutely love the way they tell the stories. I feel so sucked into them. The hosts are so funny and I feel like I’ve learned so much. I’m super glad that I stumbled on this podcast. Folk tales, ghost stories, history! It makes my imagination feel like it’s on fire....”Read full review »
arandomlife4me via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/24
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“Recently discovered this fantastic podcast and have started listening from the start. Love it. Thank you!”
Dunnikieral via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/02/23
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“When I‘ve had a bad day, I can turn to this podcast to lighten my mood - all while learning some cool facts and folklore of Scotland!
The podcast sounds pleasant (except the occasional dolphin noise 😉) and is well suited to listen to before going to sleep.”
Terriblasque via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
11/06/23
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“The hostesses are the perfect combination of humorous and informative. I love listening to them! I love learning about Scotland this way. Makes me want to live there, too! Thanks so much! From Oregon, USA”
realLM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/23
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“Moody, atmospheric history and myths presented by a pair of charming, amusing hosts! The music is great, and I love the friendship dynamic and genuine humor in the storytelling.”
Cassafras7e via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/23
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“I’m planning a trip to Scotland and hope to see some of the interesting sights you talk about. What a warm and funny podcast, love the way you laugh at each other, makes me smile, thank you!”
LPS cloverleaf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/23
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“I do like podcasts and this has been one of my most constant favourites. Interesting, funny and quirky, listening to Annie and Jennie is like listening to a big hug. It’s just the right mix of fact, fiction and fun, and gently manages to cheer me up whatever my mood. The content is generally...”Read full review »
LJyarn2 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/16/23
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“Love you ladies! I have deep Scottish roots but I have never been able to visit. This podcast gives me the connection I didn’t know I needed. 😉 You make me smile. Annie, I loved your grandfather!”
NANNY TT OK via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/23
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“This podcast is great. Fun to listen to and very well researched! A great way to enjoy and learn about Scotland from wherever you are.”
Athens Organist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/23
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“I used to live in Scotland for a while but now moved back home to Germany. Missing Scotland everyday, I love listening to your magical stories and wonderful music to reminisce my time in this beautiful country.
Btw: I would love to have the names of and/or links to the music that plays in the...”Read full review »
ottolenghi via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/06/23
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“I just love this podcast so much! Jenny and Annie make it so interesting and fun, and I really enjoy their humor and the folklore. I’ve binge-listened to all the episodes over the past 3 months, and I’m so glad to have come across this podcast.
Edit to add: A year later, I still absolutely love...”Read full review »
Alli6572 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/23
“Every episode is packed full of research and care and humor. If you are chasing your Scottish roots, you should listen. If you are simply curious, you should listen. One great story after another.”
Aut Pax Aut Bellum via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/23
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“Such delightful informative fun - thank you”
VzMcRaven via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/23
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“You have a lovely show that gives such great visual (and auditory!) images of the places you share. Thank you both!
I love your theme song. I treasure your historical story’s, song and poems Annie. And Jenny, I dig the geological info, your readings in character, and sound effects!
Thanks so...”Read full review »
TessTP2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/23
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“You two are my happy place. You bring a smile no matter how bad of a mood I started in. The way you weave folklore and facts together keeps me excited for every new episode. Thanks & keep up the awesome podcasts!”
Boonbeth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/23
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“As a forest researcher, I appreciate the geologic and environmental background. You hit on the very questions I tend to have. Thank you for such a fun podcast.”
JB98502 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/23
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“As an Australian with Scottish ancestry (albeit from two centuries ago), I’ve always had a strong affinity for all things Scotland. This podcast has made it fun and easy to delve deeper into some history, folklore and stories. It adds to my desire to max out my credit card booking a Scotland trip...”Read full review »
Hektic lad via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/16/23
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“You two are brilliant. Learning about the highlands from you is so much fun. Thanks for an informative and entertaining podcast!”
J Max Beeton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/23
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“This is wholesome and fun.”
claire*calhoun via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/15/23
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“My bestie and I are on a roadtrip around Scotland, and we have listened to countless episodes as we drive, some about the places we are visiting and some about myths and historic events. We have LOVED listening, laughing, and learning with Annie and Jenny. We feel like we have become friends on...”Read full review »
AndersonResident via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/23
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“If you like vacuous ‘banter’ then this is the podcast for you. The presenters’ commentary is unbearably smug and serves to overwhelm the intended content - stories of Scotland. Absolutely appalling.”
kirstyoz via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/03/23
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“This podcast has completely grown on me within a handful of sessions. For one, they make history as it should have been taught: fun and interesting, so easy to remember. They clearly do a ton of research from a range of not easily found sources. The humor, learning, goodwill, and charm are really...”Read full review »
222faszi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/23
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“Been listening for a few years, one of my favourite pods. Always something to learn about 🏴 in the most entertaining of styles. Slanj 🦄😸👍”
muchomojo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/14/23
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“Hello, Jenny and Annie. I am a fan of you and your podcast Stories of Scotland. I started listening maybe 8 months ago as I booked our trip to Scotland for this summer in July. (I’m 41, mom of 4 from Dallas, Texas.) We plan to spend all of 9-10 July in Inverness. We will rent bikes to get around,...”Read full review »
Cara K. from Texas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/23
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“I stumble across this podcast in my journey to learn more about the history of my own country. Having taken a significant change of direction in my career, I find myself ‘working’ as an outdoor/adventure guide - loving it but with a desire to know stories about our great wee country to share with...”Read full review »
Outdoor Andrew via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/23
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“Exciting stories mixed with a lot of humour! Love to listen to Annie and Jenny!”
ThomC* via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
05/15/23
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“Geniuses
I am currently on my way to Inverness—— listening to my favorite episodes”
ohmzutt via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/02/23
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“I started listening to the podcast when we were driving from Stirling to Inverness during Christmas season of 2021. It has been fun. Some of the stories I have known quite well, others are completely new, and then there are some that have tickled the back of my brain as I reached for some lost...”Read full review »
Deni California via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/23
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“I stumbled on your podcast a couple of months ago and have thoroughly enjoyed each episode. Thank you so much for your research, story telling prowess and for the laughs! I’m only 1/4 Scottish but feel an unexplained strong affinity for your country. I’ve done my family tree and sadly can only...”Read full review »
MichelleAyers via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/23
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“I absolutely love the show! I am a history and culture lover and I fell in love with Scotland thanks to the podcast! I discovered the show when I wasn’t in the best place mentally and it really helped me to get better, the girls are just so positive, funny and generally amazing humans and they...”Read full review »
Lisa Burda via Apple Podcasts ·
Austria ·
03/23/23
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“I look forward to every new episode!
Makes me homesick for Edinburgh.”
catty derry via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/20/23
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“I have enjoyed all the history, research, and stories. I just wasn’t expecting to laugh so much. I’m definitely hooked!”
DixieC. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
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“Stories of Scotland is a lighthouse that sends out rays of comfort to Scots scattered across the globe. My family immigrated from Aberdeenshire to Canada, and this podcast has helped me connect to the folklore and history of the land my family called home for generations. Thank you so much, Annie...”Read full review »
Colleen of Cullen via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/03/23
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“I really enjoy this podcast, and not just because the hosts have such lovely accents. The stories are fascinating, and told with zest and usually some humor. I love that the hosts love their subject, but do not take themselves too seriously. Always educational and entertaining!”
Khabita via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“This podcast is simply fantastic and very informative. I found it before my trip to Scotland and it helped me appreciate the country and now has a really special place in my heart. Thank you for sharing all your wisdom, knowledge and passion for this wonderful country.”
AlexR117 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/23
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“As a Costa Rican native living in Scotland, this podcast has been excellent at immersing myself into Scottish history, I can now show off my knowledge to my scot friends! Add to that the humour that's right up my street and you have the perfect combination!”Read full review »
Hoo Ann via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/16/23
“A great little show,
Whether you are looking for knowledge,
Or something to help you row,
The stories herein are fun so don’t hedge,
Go full in and subscribe now.”
Madmanwoeg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/23
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“This podcast is pure magic. Clever, silly, profound, heartfelt, witty, charming gorgeousness. Get it in your ears!!”
Tookie7 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/26/23
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“Here is my cheeky l’il 5-star review. Archival research, humor, and charm. Each episode is a gift. You don’t have to be a Scot to fall in love with this podcast. Coos, clans, ceilidh, and clearances - Annie and Jenny cover the good and the bad with heart and insight.”
FritzMeiser via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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“I love this podcast. Normally, history isn’t my thing; I love science. But these two make me intrigued and laugh at the same time. Really interesting topics and fun banter, what more can you ask for? Singing? They have that too! The jingle is also really nice. Thanks for this!”
jvmurr29 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/23
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“I really enjoyed the way this episode wove together stories of the royalty, for whom Linlithgow was a home, with details on the building and restoration of the buildings. The people working on the conservation made the site really come to life. Another great episode from a wonderful podcast!”
Sue-in-Canada via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/24/22
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“It’s my dream to visit Scotland some day. This podcast makes me feel like I can step out of my job and be in Scotland for a little bit! Highly recommend!!!”
icampbellc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/22
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“Ladies keep doing what you are doing. It’s fun informative and time well spent. For a Scot living in deepest England hearing twa Scots huvin a wee giggle it fair warms me up.”
Mooonloon via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/21/22
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“Really good podcast. My favourite just now. Never fails to brighten my day with there knowledge and wit. Keep it up xx”
jonho 899877 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/18/22
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“Why be a dragonfly when you could be a kelpie squelchie?”
GreyCoo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/22
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