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Scottish & Scared Podcast

109 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago -

A weekly podcast covering all things Scottish and sometimes scary. Hosted by Stefanie she discusses everything from haunted castles, ghost stories and mythological creatures from across Scotland. If your interested in Scottish history, horror or just love a good ghost story this is the podcast for you.

Website: https://scottishandscared.com/
Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod
Team: @stefanietyre @sashatyre
Email: [email protected]

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Episodes

The Village Of Culross

October 01, 2021 19:13 - 28 minutes - 22.2 MB

This cosy little Scottish village is the birthplace of a patron saint, but it also has a very bloody and past. Join me as I discuss witches, torture and of course a couple of ghosties. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 30: The Village Of Culross

October 01, 2021 19:13 - 28 minutes - 22.2 MB

This cosy little Scottish village is the birthplace of a patron saint, but it also has a very bloody and past. Join me as I discuss witches, torture and of course a couple of ghosties. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 29: The Ladies Of Crathes Castle

October 01, 2021 19:04 - 13 minutes - 8.8 MB

This castle is home to the spirits of two woman with very tragic stories. Are these stories true or just tales told on a dark and stormy night? Join me as I discuss tales of murder, curses and ghosts at Crathes Castle. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

The Ladies Of Crathes Castle

October 01, 2021 19:04 - 13 minutes - 8.8 MB

This castle is home to the spirits of two woman with very tragic stories. Are these stories true or just tales told on a dark and stormy night? Join me as I discuss tales of murder, curses and ghosts at Crathes Castle. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 28: Boat Of Garten

August 20, 2021 16:41 - 25 minutes - 18.6 MB

This beautiful idyllic little village nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is definitely one for the must see list. As always though this village does have it's share of the strange and unusual. All of which seem to centred around the water would you believe?

Boat Of Garten

August 20, 2021 16:41 - 25 minutes - 18.6 MB

This beautiful idyllic little village nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is definitely one for the must see list. As always though this village does have it's share of the strange and unusual. All of which seem to centred around the water would you believe?

Episode 27: A Mermaids Curse & Finfolk Of Orkney

August 04, 2021 23:39 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

In this short tale I'll tell you why you should never mess with a mermaids singing spot and why you should be afraid of the sea very, very afraid.

A Mermaids Curse & Finfolk Of Orkney

August 04, 2021 23:39 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

In this short tale I'll tell you why you should never mess with a mermaids singing spot and why you should be afraid of the sea very, very afraid.

Episode 26: Craigievar Castle

August 04, 2021 23:12 - 21 minutes - 16 MB

From the outside this castle looks like something straight out of a Disney film and that would be because it is. Said to be the inspiration behind Walt Disney's famous castle at Disneyland Castle and more. All the fairy-tale stuff aside this castle has tales of murder, ghosts and even witches.

Craigievar Castle

August 04, 2021 23:12 - 21 minutes - 16 MB

From the outside this castle looks like something straight out of a Disney film and that would be because it is. Said to be the inspiration behind Walt Disney's famous castle at Disneyland Castle and more. All the fairy-tale stuff aside this castle has tales of murder, ghosts and even witches.

Episode 25: The Strange Death Of Netta Fornario

July 15, 2021 23:38 - 22 minutes - 14.7 MB

A 33 year old Netta moved to the island of Iona seeking magic and to further her knowledge on occult practices. Sadly she would be found dead shortly after, but the circumstances surrounding her death and how her body was found are what makes this case so strange and still has people speculating to this day. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

The Strange Death Of Netta Fornario

July 15, 2021 23:38 - 22 minutes - 14.7 MB

A 33 year old Netta moved to the island of Iona seeking magic and to further her knowledge on occult practices. Sadly she would be found dead shortly after, but the circumstances surrounding her death and how her body was found are what makes this case so strange and still has people speculating to this day. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Dealing With The Devil

April 29, 2021 19:55 - 18 minutes - 13.6 MB

It's said that Mr Thomas Dalyell loved a good old boys night in with a game of cards. His old pal was said to be none other than the devil himself. Is there any truth to this story, or is just an old wives tale to scare the kids. Also my dad facetimed while recording and I left it in because I thought it was funny. Get into it!

Episode 24: Dealing With The Devil

April 29, 2021 19:55 - 18 minutes - 13.6 MB

It's said that Mr Thomas Dalyell loved a good old boys night in with a game of cards. His old pal was said to be none other than the devil himself. Is there any truth to this story, or is just an old wives tale to scare the kids. Also my dad facetimed while recording and I left it in because I thought it was funny. Get into it!

There's Been a Murder: The Stockbridge Baby Farmer

March 11, 2021 21:00 - 26 minutes - 20 MB

Jessie King was the last women hanged in Edinburgh 1889. Her crime was the murder of three babies, which were not her own. Listen as we discuss the events and people that led Jessie to such a horrible end and why she would commit such a horrific crime. Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 22: Murder At 88 Candlemaker Row

February 23, 2021 17:18 - 28 minutes - 20.2 MB

Edinburgh is no stranger to a murder case, but this one is pretty bizarre. This is due to the fact the murderer in this case has no arms. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Murder At 88 Candlemaker Row

February 23, 2021 17:18 - 28 minutes - 20.2 MB

Edinburgh is no stranger to a murder case, but this one is pretty bizarre. This is due to the fact the murderer in this case has no arms. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 21: Fyvie Castle

January 28, 2021 21:34 - 27 minutes - 20.6 MB

We all know Scottish castles can be pretty creepy, but this one has it all. From curses, green ladies and even skeletons hiding within walls. This happens to be my favourite castle in Scotland, so join me to find out why. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Fyvie Castle

January 28, 2021 21:34 - 27 minutes - 20.6 MB

We all know Scottish castles can be pretty creepy, but this one has it all. From curses, green ladies and even skeletons hiding within walls. This happens to be my favourite castle in Scotland, so join me to find out why. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 20: The Most Haunted Home In Edinburgh

January 18, 2021 17:56 - 39 minutes - 28.3 MB

In 1670 the Weir siblings where executed for unnatural crimes. Both seen as upstanding members of the community, but what was really going on behind the walls of the most haunted home in Edinburgh? So haunted it lay empty for almost 100 years. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

The Most Haunted Home In Edinburgh

January 18, 2021 17:56 - 39 minutes - 28.3 MB

In 1670 the Weir siblings where executed for unnatural crimes. Both seen as upstanding members of the community, but what was really going on behind the walls of the most haunted home in Edinburgh? So haunted it lay empty for almost 100 years. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 19: Lilias Adie

December 15, 2020 22:56 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MB

In this episode we discuss a long lost family member of Stefanie's cousin, who turned out to be a rather famous figure in relation to the witch trials here in Scotland. Lilias Adie was the only known witch here in Scotland to have a grave and this episode is her story.

Lilias Adie

December 15, 2020 22:56 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MB

In this episode we discuss a long lost family member of Stefanie's cousin, who turned out to be a rather famous figure in relation to the witch trials here in Scotland. Lilias Adie was the only known witch here in Scotland to have a grave and this episode is her story.

Creatures From Scottish Folklore

December 15, 2020 22:48 - 30 minutes - 21.6 MB

Scottish folklore has no shortage of tales of strange creatures dwelling within it's land and sea. Today Stefanie discusses some that all seem to have strong connection to the water. Contact us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 18: Creatures From Scottish Folklore

December 15, 2020 22:48 - 30 minutes - 21.6 MB

Scottish folklore has no shortage of tales of strange creatures dwelling within it's land and sea. Today Stefanie discusses some that all seem to have strong connection to the water. Contact us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

The Witches of Pollok House

December 07, 2020 20:17 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MB

Four women and two children accused of witchcraft at Pollok House. Where they dancing with the devil in the pale moon light, or where they completely innocent and sadly victims of the hysteria surrounding witchcraft at the time. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 17: The Witches of Pollok House

December 07, 2020 20:17 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MB

Four women and two children accused of witchcraft at Pollok House. Where they dancing with the devil in the pale moon light, or where they completely innocent and sadly victims of the hysteria surrounding witchcraft at the time. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 16: Calzean Castle

November 29, 2020 18:28 - 27 minutes - 19.8 MB

Another haunted castle here in Scotland, who would have thought it. Join Stefanie as she discusses some of the spoopy residents of Culzean Castle. One of which was said to be so evil that the Devil himself attended his funeral.

Calzean Castle

November 29, 2020 18:28 - 27 minutes - 19.8 MB

Another haunted castle here in Scotland, who would have thought it. Join Stefanie as she discusses some of the spoopy residents of Culzean Castle. One of which was said to be so evil that the Devil himself attended his funeral.

Episode 15: The Arthurs Seat Coffins

November 18, 2020 09:37 - 31 minutes - 23.2 MB

In 1836 Edinburgh a group of young boys discovered a small cave on Arthur's Seat containing seventeen miniature coffins with figures inside. Who put them there and why still remains a mystery to this day. Join Stefanie as she discusses some of the theories.

The Arthurs Seat Coffins

November 18, 2020 09:37 - 31 minutes - 23.2 MB

In 1836 Edinburgh a group of young boys discovered a small cave on Arthur's Seat containing seventeen miniature coffins with figures inside. Who put them there and why still remains a mystery to this day. Join Stefanie as she discusses some of the theories.

The Haunting Of Castle Stuart

November 11, 2020 18:24 - 26 minutes - 19.7 MB

In this weeks episode Stefanie looks into first hand accounts of something sinister living in the East Tower of Castle Stuart responsible for a death. Is it a misunderstood ghoul or something darker?

Episode 14: The Haunting Of Castle Stuart

November 11, 2020 18:24 - 26 minutes - 19.7 MB

In this weeks episode Stefanie looks into first hand accounts of something sinister living in the East Tower of Castle Stuart responsible for a death. Is it a misunderstood ghoul or something darker?

Episode 13: The Monster Of Glamis

November 08, 2020 16:44 - 23 minutes - 17.8 MB

What's lurking within the walls of Glamis Castle? Is it an heir hidden from the public because of their monstrous appearance - or is there a deeper family secret within it's walls. Join Stefanie as she flies solo this week to discuss the stories of a monster at Glamis Castle. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

The Monster Of Glamis

November 08, 2020 16:44 - 23 minutes - 17.8 MB

What's lurking within the walls of Glamis Castle? Is it an heir hidden from the public because of their monstrous appearance - or is there a deeper family secret within it's walls. Join Stefanie as she flies solo this week to discuss the stories of a monster at Glamis Castle. Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 12: The A75

October 18, 2020 23:16 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

Join us this week as we discuss the most haunted road in Scotland the A75, or as it's been nicknamed "Ghost Road". From strange creatures, phantom pedestrians and even extra terrestrials - what makes this road so haunted? Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

The A75

October 18, 2020 23:16 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

Join us this week as we discuss the most haunted road in Scotland the A75, or as it's been nicknamed "Ghost Road". From strange creatures, phantom pedestrians and even extra terrestrials - what makes this road so haunted? Contact Us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

The Sauchie Poltergeist

October 05, 2020 19:27 - 47 minutes - 33.3 MB

Today we discuss the unusual case of of eleven year old Virginia Campbell. Not long after moving to the small town of Sauchie she and her family began to experience some pretty compelling poltergeist activity. Contact Us; [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 11 - The Sauchie Poltergeist

October 05, 2020 19:27 - 47 minutes - 33.3 MB

Today we discuss the unusual case of of eleven year old Virginia Campbell. Not long after moving to the small town of Sauchie she and her family began to experience some pretty compelling poltergeist activity. Contact Us; [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

What's You're Favourite Scary Movie?

September 21, 2020 19:42 - 1 hour - 53.8 MB

Join Stefanie and her old man as they talk about their favourite horror movies and which one's scared the living daylights out of them as kids. AS it's the season for it they also discuss their favourite Halloween costumes throughout the years. Contact us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 10 - What's You're Favourite Scary Movie?

September 21, 2020 19:42 - 1 hour - 53.8 MB

Join Stefanie and her old man as they talk about their favourite horror movies and which one's scared the living daylights out of them as kids. AS it's the season for it they also discuss their favourite Halloween costumes throughout the years. Contact us: [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 9 - Scottish Mythological Creatures

September 11, 2020 15:30 - 46 minutes - 34.2 MB

From friendly werewolves to demon horse men. The Scots have it all. Join us as we talk about some of the weirder creatures from Scottish Mythology. If you have any stories send them on to us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram - @scottishandscaredpod

Scottish Mythological Creatures

September 11, 2020 15:30 - 46 minutes - 34.2 MB

From friendly werewolves to demon horse men. The Scots have it all. Join us as we talk about some of the weirder creatures from Scottish Mythology. If you have any stories send them on to us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram - @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 8: The Legend Of Sawney Bean

September 03, 2020 00:06 - 48 minutes - 36.2 MB

An incestual, cannibalistic family living in a cave on the coast. Ambushing travelers, butchering them and hanging their limbs from the roof of their cave. Sounds like a horror movie, right? Wrong, join us as we discuss the legend of Alexander "Sawney" Bean and his family. Is it nothing more than a fable or could this be a true story from the dark side of Scottish History? Get in touch at [email protected] Follow us on instagram @scottishandscaredpod

The Legend Of Sawney Bean

September 03, 2020 00:06 - 48 minutes - 36.2 MB

An incestual, cannibalistic family living in a cave on the coast. Ambushing travelers, butchering them and hanging their limbs from the roof of their cave. Sounds like a horror movie, right? Wrong, join us as we discuss the legend of Alexander "Sawney" Bean and his family. Is it nothing more than a fable or could this be a true story from the dark side of Scottish History? Get in touch at [email protected] Follow us on instagram @scottishandscaredpod

Poveglia Island

August 24, 2020 23:33 - 57 minutes - 42.3 MB

In today's episode we talk about why Poveglia Island is known as one of the most haunted places on earth. With it's morbid and tragic history it's no wonder the locals refuse to step foot on it. Email us your stories at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Episode 7 - Poveglia Island

August 24, 2020 23:33 - 57 minutes - 42.3 MB

In today's episode we talk about why Poveglia Island is known as one of the most haunted places on earth. With it's morbid and tragic history it's no wonder the locals refuse to step foot on it. Email us your stories at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

Burke & Hare

August 17, 2020 17:45 - 27 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today we discuss one of our famous relative's ... just a joke. In 1828 William Burke and William Hare went on a little killing spree around Edinburgh. Body snatching was extremely common at this time, as a way to make money. The bodies would be sold of to medical students and surgeons struggling to find cadavers. The fresher the corpse the higher the price. It's said they killed sixteen people, but the real number could be lower, or higher. If you have any stories please send them on to us ...

Episode 6 - Burke & Hare

August 17, 2020 17:45 - 27 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today we discuss one of our famous relative's ... just a joke. In 1828 William Burke and William Hare went on a little killing spree around Edinburgh. Body snatching was extremely common at this time, as a way to make money. The bodies would be sold of to medical students and surgeons struggling to find cadavers. The fresher the corpse the higher the price. It's said they killed sixteen people, but the real number could be lower, or higher. If you have any stories please send them on to us ...

Episode 5 - The Lochmaben Vampire

August 03, 2020 21:15 - 40 minutes - 28.3 MB

In the woods surrounding Lochmaben Castle there lurks an evil and sinister creature centuries old. Who or what could it be? Email us your stories at [email protected] Instagram: @scottishandscaredpod

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