Generally Spooky Podcast Episodes

     

S4E9 - The Wolf of Badenoch

 

Hello again! 

This week Eilidh is telling us about the Wolf of Badenoch! The grandson of Robert the Bruce, Alexander Stewart, lead a reign of terror across the Highlands. 

But was he really as bad as people said he was?

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S4E8 - The Grey Man Of Ben Macdui

 

Hello hello!

This week we're talking about the modern legend of the Grey Man of Ben Macdui. Eilidh retells the many encounters that have been reported of this strange presence that's been felt on Britain's second highest mountain.

We also discuss something we've never really discussed on the podcast before... Aliens!

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  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
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S4E7.5 - Dunrobin Castle Part 2

 

We're back with the eagerly anticipated part 2 of Dunrobin Castle.  Join us as we explore the castle's history right up to the modern day, finishing with Dunrobin's most famous ghost story. 

We have divorce, betrayal, and you'll hear how the nearby castle of spite came into existence...

Enjoy!

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If you liked this podcast please consider leaving a review.

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Or you can join the National Trust For Scotland through this link helping to protect and preserve Scotland. Plus you'll get free access to all the NTS properties around the country AND you'll support the podcast.

You can order some delicious Bird and Blend Tea through this link. Use voucher code SPOOKTEA at checkout to receive a free sample pack of tea!

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  • You can listen to the weekly wee blether where we debrief the latest episode and have a more casual chat. 
  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
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S4E7 - Dunrobin Castle - Part 1

 

Hello again!

This week we're bringing you Part 1 of our mega-episode covering the exciting history of Dunrobin Castle. Come with us as we battle our way through 300 years of action-packed history!

The story of the Earls and Countesses of Sutherland defies description, so come and hear all about the riches, the power, the betrayal and clan feuds...

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  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
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S4E6 - The Eerie Prisoners of Inveraray Jail

 

Listen To Our Latest Episode - The Eerie Prisoners of Inveraray Jail

We're back again, here as always, to bring you this week's episode. This week it's Eilidh's turn to be sick but we are talking about Inveraray Jail.

Inveraray Jail was built in the early 1800s and was a truly horrendous place to be locked up in: horrible conditions, unfair sentences, and more than its fair share of jail breaks

Today, the Jail has garnered the reputation of one of Scotland's most haunted places, so listen in to find out if it's true!

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If you'd like to support the podcast consider leaving a review.

If you liked this podcast please consider leaving a review.

You can order some delicious Bird and Blend Tea through this link. Use voucher code SPOOKTEA at checkout to receive a free sample pack of tea!

You can also shop at the Feminist Apparel Company The Spark Company using this link And use code SPOOKYSPARK for 5% off.

Or you can join the National Trust For Scotland through this link helping to protect and preserve Scotland. Plus you'll get free access to all the NTS properties around the country AND you'll support the podcast.

You can also join us over on Patreon for loads of cool stuff:

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  • Gain access to the back catalogue of extra episodes already released and new episodes as soon as they're released
  • You can listen to the weekly wee blether where we debrief the latest episode and have a more casual chat. 
  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
  • Plus 10% off merch in our Merch Store

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S4E6 - Leith Hall - A Haunted Legacy

 

This week we're talking about the Leith-Hay family and the home they held for nearly 400 years. We're talking murder, we're talking ghosts and we're even talking about Scotland's dark colonial history.

You're not going to want to miss this one!

Enjoy the episode!

You can listen using the player below, check us out on Apple Podcasts, SpotifyCastbox or YouTube. We are on most Podcast platforms just search for Generally Spooky.

If you'd like to support the podcast consider leaving a review.

If you liked this podcast please consider leaving a review.

You can order some delicious Bird and Blend Tea through this link. Use voucher code SPOOKTEA at checkout to receive a free sample pack of tea!

You can also shop at the Feminist Apparel Company The Spark Company using this link And use code SPOOKYSPARK for 5% off.

Or you can join the National Trust For Scotland through this link helping to protect and preserve Scotland. Plus you'll get free access to all the NTS properties around the country AND you'll support the podcast.

You can also join us over on Patreon for loads of cool stuff:

  • Get access to new ad-free episodes a day before anyone else 
  • Gain access to the back catalogue of extra episodes already released and new episodes as soon as they're released
  • You can listen to the weekly wee blether where we debrief the latest episode and have a more casual chat. 
  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
  • Plus 10% off merch in our Merch Store

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S4E4 - Hugh Miller - Folklorist & Geologist

 

This week Eilidh is telling us about Hugh Miller, the Scottish geologist and folklorist.

Hugh Miller grew up in Cromarty - in our local area - in the 1800s, documenting both geological happenings and spooky goings on during his time there...

Enjoy the episode!

You can listen using the player below, check us out on Apple Podcasts, SpotifyCastbox or YouTube. We are on most Podcast platforms just search for Generally Spooky.

If you'd like to support the podcast consider leaving a review.

If you liked this podcast please consider leaving a review.

You can order some delicious Bird and Blend Tea through this link. Use voucher code SPOOKTEA at checkout to receive a free sample pack of tea!

You can also shop at the Feminist Apparel Company The Spark Company using this link Anduse code SPOOKYSPARK for 5% off.

Or you can join the National Trust For Scotland through this link helping to protect and preserve Scotland. Plus you'll get free access to all the NTS properties around the country AND you'll support the podcast.

You can also join us over on Patreon for loads of cool stuff:

  • Get access to new ad-free episodes a day before anyone else 
  • Gain access to the back catalogue of extra episodes already released and new episodes as soon as they're released
  • You can listen to the weekly wee blether where we debrief the latest episode and have a more casual chat. 
  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
  • Plus 10% off merch in our Merch Store

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S4E3 - The Black Dinner - A Royal Betrayal

 

The Black Dinner is a gruesome story full of betrayal, and, yes, we are once again back to King James I.

The Black Dinner also inspired a storyline in Game of Thrones, can you guess which one? We tell you at the end.

Hold on to your hats and enjoy the episode!

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If you'd like to support the podcast consider leaving a review.

You can also shop at the Feminist Apparel Company The Spark Company using this link.

Or you can join the National Trust For Scotland through this link helping to protect and preserve Scotland. Plus you'll get free access to all the NTS properties around the country AND you'll support the podcast.

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  • Get access to new ad-free episodes a day before anyone else 
  • Gain access to the back catalogue of extra episodes already released and new episodes as soon as they're released
  • You can listen to the weekly wee blether where we debrief the latest episode and have a more casual chat. 
  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
  • Plus 10% off merch in our Merch Store

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S4E2 - Cawdor Castle & It's Spooky Neighbour

 

This week we're delving into the spooky stories right in our own back garden - we're talking about Cawdor Castle! We even discuss a bonus spooky castle, so be sure to stay tuned until the end...

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You can listen using the player below, check us out on Apple Podcasts, SpotifyCastbox or YouTube. We are on most Podcast platforms just search for Generally Spooky.

You can also shop at the Feminist Apparel Company The Spark Company using this link.

Or you can join the National Trust For Scotland through this link helping to protect and preserve Scotland. Plus you'll get free access to all the NTS properties around the country AND you'll support the podcast.

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  • Gain access to the back catalogue of extra episodes already released and new episodes as soon as they're released
  • You can listen to the weekly wee blether where we debrief the latest episode and have a more casual chat. 
  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
  • Plus 10% off merch in our Merch Store

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S4E1 - The Sauchie Poltergeist

 

We're back! We're finally back with our fourth season!

Did you miss us? Did you manage to find something to fill the time while we were gone?

This week, we're getting into a truly spooky Scottish story, back to our roots for our first episode.

It's the mysterious tale of the Sauchie Poltergeist and the strange occurrences that centred around a young Irish girl in the 1960s.

You can listen using the player below, check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox or YouTube. We are on most Podcast platforms just search for Generally Spooky.

If you'd like to support the podcast please consider leaving us a review!

You can also shop at the Feminist Apparel Company The Spark Company using this link.

Or you can join the National Trust For Scotland through this link helping to protect and preserve Scotland. Plus you'll get free access to all the NTS properties around the country AND you'll support the podcast.

You can also join us over on Patreon for loads of cool stuff:

  • Get access to new episodes a day before anyone else
  • Gain access to the 8 extra episodes already released and new episodes as soon as they're released
  • You can listen to the weekly wee blether where we debrief the latest episode and have a more casual chat.
  • You get access to the book club where Eilidh is currently reading the Turn of The Screw by Henry James
  • Plus 10% off merch in our Merch Store

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