Bower’s Scotichronicon – Part 1
This is the first of the Scotichronicast’s book club series. In this episode, Dr. Kate Buchanan and Dr. Marian Toledo talk about the first 5 books in Walter Bower’s Scotichronicon.
CastleFest launched in Scotland
As part of new efforts to attract visitors, Historic Environment Scotland has launched Castlefest, which will combine live performance events at historic sites along with online and virtual elements.
Inventories and the Auld Alliance with Bryony Coombs
Part two of Kate Buchanan’s conversation with Bryony Coombs. In this episode, they focus on medieval inventories and the history behind the Auld Alliance.
Medieval Scottish Patronage in France with Bryony Coombs
Talking about medieval artwork that connects France to Scotland. The first part of a conversation with Bryony Coombs.
Medieval Scottish Garment Accessories with Lydia Prosser
Talking about medieval Scottish garment accessories with Lydia Prosser. How would medieval people dress and accessorize? Lydia Prosser is a PhD student at…
Chronicle of Fortingall purchased by the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland was able to purchase a manuscript known as the Chronicle of Fortingall during an auction last month.
What you can see at the new Galloway Hoard exhibition
The long-awaited exhibition Galloway Hoard has begun, now open at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. Discovered in 2014, the hoard is one of the richest collections of rare and unique Viking-age objects ever found in the British Isles.
The Scotichronicast’s First Listener Q&A
In this episode, you will hear about how Aristotle influenced the Scottish code of chivalry, the legal position of women in medieval Scotland, and a discussion of what happened to the Picts.
The Huntington acquires 16th century sea chart of Scotland
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens has announced the purchase of a copy of the first printed sea chart and navigational guide for Scotland.
How the borders of Scotland changed in the Middle Ages
Four videos to explain how the development of Scotland during the Middle Ages.
From the History of PEI to Infertility and Childlessness in Medieval Royal Couples, with Emma Trivett
Kate Buchanan is joined by Emma Trivett to discuss Emma’s journey to studying medieval history and infertility and childlessness in medieval Scottish royal couples.
From Byzantium to Piles of Stones in Fields and Other Scottish Castle Remains, with Will Wyeth
In this episode of Scotichronicast, Kate Buchanan is joined by Will Wyeth to discuss Will’s journey to studying early medieval Scottish castles.
After more than a thousand years, this medieval cross gleams again
One of its most significant pieces of the Galloway Hoard has been restored to its former glory.
Scotland sets out to reopen historic sites as COVID-19 restrictions ease
Scotland’s historic sites get ready to lower their drawbridges once more following the Scottish Government’s route map to lift restrictions across mainland Scotland
From Vikings to Castles: A Journey to Studying Medieval Scotland, with Kate Buchanan
In this episode of Scotichronicast we turn things around a bit, as Kate Buchanan is the guest, talking about her journey to graduate school, studying medieval Scottish history, and castles and their landscapes.
Charters and Female Agency and Power in Medieval Scotland, with Rachel Meredith Davis
Dr. Rachel Meredith Davis joins the podcast to discuss her journey to studying medieval Scottish history, finishing a PhD during a pandemic, and female agency and power in Medieval Scotland.
Revolting Scots: Rebels or National Enemy? Crown Communications and Public Perceptions in Early Fourteenth-Century England
Andy King talks about the views of the Scots within England during the early 14th century.
From A Knight’s Tale to Dig It! Scotland with Sally Pentecost
Sally Pentecost joins the podcast to discuss her journey to studying medieval Scottish history, how objects connect us to the past in a unique way, and how Dig It! Scotland helps make these connections possible.
Edward Bruce and the Scottish Invasion of Ireland, with Joanna Richardson
Kate Buchanan is joined by Joanna Richardson to discuss Joanna’s journey to studying medieval Scottish history and her work on Edward Bruce and the Scottish Invasion of Ireland.
From The Hobbit to Early Christian Burial in Scotland, with Adrián Maldonado
Kate Buchanan is joined by Adrián Maldonado to discuss Adrián’s journey to studying medieval Scottish history and his work on early Christian burial in Scotland and his current work with the Glenmorangie Research Project.
From Macbeth to Malcolm III and the Right to be King, with Marian Toledo
The eleventh-century would see the reigns of the two well-known Scottish kings – Macbeth and Malcolm III. Their story would be immortalized by Shakespeare, but what can we learn about their history? Marian Toledo joins Kate Buchanan to discuss Marian’s journey to studying medieval Scottish history and her work on Malcolm III”s right to rule Scotland.
Margaret Tudor, Paleography, and the Scots Language, with Helen Newsome
Kate Buchanan is joined by Helen Newsome to discuss Helen’s journey to studying medieval Scottish history, her work on Margaret Tudor’s letters, and…
Medieval Scottish Deer Parks and Beyond, with Kevin Malloy
Kate Buchanan is joined by Kevin Malloy to discuss Kevin’s journey to studying medieval Scottish history, his work on medieval deer parks, and how researching medieval Scottish history can lead to other work.
From Politics to Monastic Houses and What They Did With All That Land, with Victoria Hodgson
Kate Buchanan is joined by Victoria Hodgson to discuss Victoria’s journey to studying medieval Scottish monastic houses and their lands. Victoria Hodgson specializes…