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This Is Scotland with The Scots Magazine

This Is Scotland with The Scots Magazine

By: The Scots Magazine
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Scottish historian Ally Heather and bestselling cookbook author Coinneach MacLeod, The Hebridean Baker, host This Is Scotland - a weekly podcast exploring the people, places, traditions and ideas that shape modern Scotland.

Each episode blends history, culture, geography, humour and personal storytelling to uncover what makes Scotland unique: from island life and folklore to food, heritage and the changing face of the nation today.

Produced by The Scots Magazine, the world's oldest magazine still in publication, first launched in 1739, the podcast builds on nearly three centuries of celebrating Scotland's people, places and culture, bringing those stories to life in a fresh and engaging way.

Whether you live in Scotland, have Scottish roots, or simply love the country, This Is Scotland is your place to feel connected to the real Scotland.

Join the conversation at podcast@scotsmagazine.com

Find out more:
The Scots Magazine: www.scotsmagazine.com
Gallivant Scotland: www.gallivant.scot
Follow us on Instagram for BTS content: @thisisscotlandpod

Hosted by Ally Heather & Coinneach MacLeod
Produced by Rachel McConachie
Edited by Beth McHugh
Music by Paper Rifles

Copyright 2026 All rights reserved.
Episodes
  • Episode 1: World Cup Dreams, The Mystery of Scottish Banknotes and Myth Busting

    Episode 1: World Cup Dreams, The Mystery of Scottish Banknotes and Myth Busting
    Jun 8 2026

    Welcome to the first episode of This is Scotland.

    Join Ally Heather and Coinneach MacLeod, The Hebridean Baker, as they explore the stories, symbols and surprising truths that make Scotland unique.

    Why was Scotland's worst World Cup performance one of its most memorable? Which off-pitch Scottish football achievement we should be really proud of? Is Scottish money really legal tender? And when should you wear a kilt?

    Along the way, Coinneach reveals the surprising story behind him helping design the Scotland national team's badge, while the cheery hosts tackle some of Scotland's biggest debates - including the enduring battle between Glasgow and Edinburgh to be the best Scottish city.

    From football folklore and national identity to island secrets, unexpected history and a healthy dose of myth-busting, this is Scotland as you've never heard it before. Fàilte!

    Have a question about Scotland's history, culture, food, language or places? Send it in and it could feature in one of our weekly Q&A episodes: podcast@scotsmagazine.com

    New episodes every Monday, with listener Q&As every Thursday. @thisisscotlandpod
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    48 mins
  • This is Scotland Trailer

    This is Scotland Trailer
    Jun 3 2026

    Listen in for a taster of what's to come - first episode out on Monday June 8!
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    1 min
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