Series 6 of Love Scotland will include an outstanding line-up of visitors, starting with Diana Gabaldon, bestselling author of the renowned Outlander series – which starts its brand-new season on the exact same day. Much-liked broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland President Jackie Bird takes a seat for a psychological interview with the American author as they unwrap the origins of Outlander and Diana’s connections to Scotland.
NATIONAL Trust for Scotland have actually revealed a brand-new series of Jackie Bird’s Love Scotland podcast which will launch tomorrow.
The upcoming season is loaded with interesting stories from Scotland’s history, engaging listeners with its enthusiastic commentary and sealing Love Scotland as a must-listen program.
Series 6 of Love Scotland will include an outstanding line-up of visitors, starting with Diana Gabaldon, bestselling author of the renowned Outlander series – which starts its brand-new season on the exact same day.
Much-liked broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland President Jackie Bird takes a seat for a psychological interview with the American author as they unwrap the origins of Outlander and Diana’s connections to Scotland.
With listenership at an all-time high, balancing 20.9k month-to-month downloads, it is hoped this faithful and recognized fanbase will continue to grow throughout the upcoming series.
With help from relied on professionals, scholastic scientists and history lovers, Jackie will reveal more of Scotland’s lesser-known stories, with highlights consisting of a deep dive into the unidentified early years of James VI, and a captivating discussion at Edinburgh’s Gladstone’s Land about the resemblances drawn in between our methods to the Plague and the Covid-19 pandemic regardless of the 300-odd year space.
With more than 60 episodes taped, covering a series of abundant topics, Love Scotland has actually already checked out world-famous National Trust for Scotland areas such as Glencoe and Robert Burns Birthplace, along with discovering a few of the interesting and unknown stories of Scotland’s history, such as the life of Flora MacDonald.
In addition to its fascinating material, the acclaimed Love Scotland is understood for its gifted host, Jackie Bird.
In 2022, Jackie ended up being President of the nationwide preservation charity. With her charming existence and substantial understanding, Jackie brings a unique viewpoint to the podcast.
For episode among the brand-new series, Diana Gabaldon discuss her Outlander series. The books have actually brought the love and drama of Scottish history to life for more than 50 million readers worldwide, and her dedication to Scottish heritage saw her honoured as the 2022 Great Scot, granted by the NTS U.S.A. Foundation, an independent charity who support the work of the National Trust for Scotland.
Jackie Bird, President of the National Trust for Scotland and host of Love Scotland podcast said: “Bringing the fish stories of Scotland’s heritage to brand-new audiences and sharing the abundant history of individuals and locations of the National Trust for Scotland is a substantial pleasure and advantage.
“There is a lot nature, appeal and heritage to take pleasure in and check out.
“I’m enjoyed start the 6th season of Love Scotland with none aside from Diana Gabaldon to hear the thorough story of her ties to Scotland, and how it influenced her world-famous Outlander book series.
“It is an episode filled with feeling and Diana’s sentimentality for Scotland.
“It has actually been wonderful to see the podcast grow and establish, and I hope listeners are as delighted as I am with the brand-new series.
“From James VI to Raeburn, we are exploring some of Scotland’s most famous people and places, resulting in a fascinating line up of episodes to come.”
You can listen and sign up for Love Scotland on all the typical podcast channels, consisting of Apple and Spotify.
Diana Gabaldon included: “The just thing I like more than discussing Scotland is existing.
“When I was composing Outlander I checked out whatever I might get my hands on that was composed by Scottish authors to get a sensation for the speech.
“The Outlander effect is quite incredible, things happen that you never think of or expect.”
Following the launch of its 10-year technique, Nature, Beauty and Heritage for Everyone, the National Trust for Scotland has actually concentrated on looking after Scotland’s unique locations, supplying gain access to and pleasure to all and being a sustainable charity.
“The Trust presently takes care of over 100 locations throughout Scotland, from castles and shorelines, art to architecture and wildlife.
“Episodes of Love Scotland talk about concerns near the Trust’s heart, such as preservation and sustainability.
Season 6 of Love Scotland starts on Friday 16 June 2023.
For more details on the National Trust for Scotland or the Love Scotland podcast, see www.nts.org.uk.
