Wild for Scotland Podcast

Island Hopping - An Adventure to Iona, Staffa and Treshnish Isles

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How many islands can you visit in one day? Turns out, quite a few! The islands surrounding the Isle of Mull make for great island hopping on the west ...

A Winter’s Morning - The Lochs & Glens of Argyll in Winter

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

'A Winter's Morning' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the February episode.In this story, I take you to one of my favo...

The First Seven Years - Robert Burns & Alloway

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

'The First Seven Years' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the January episode.In this story, we travel to Alloway, an unassu...

A Celebration of Darkness - Winter in Scotland

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'A Celebration of Darkness' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the December episode.Today's episode is a little differen...

Shetland Archaeology & Crofting with Chris Dyer

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation with Shetland-based archaeologist and crofter Chris Dyer from Garths Croft in Bressay.Chris Dyer is a professional archaeol...

Anything But Grey - Aberdeen in Winter

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Anything But Grey' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the November episode.In this story, we head to the northeast coast and...

Reimagining the Highlands with Will Sadler & Fiona Mackenzie

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation with podcast producer Will Sadler about his work on the "Highlands Reimagined" series. Will explains his process ...

There’s nothing quite like it - Travel Tips for Perthshire in Autumn

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s nothing quite like it' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the October episode.In this story, we're immersed in Scot...

The Last Days of Summer - Exploring the Trossachs (+ Travel Tips)

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'The Last Days of Summer' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the September episode.In this story, we slowly watch the seasons...

Highlands Reimagined: From the ground up (PART 3)

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Who has the power to change what life in the Highlands has to offer?“Highlands Reimagined” is a 3-part documentary series about life in the northe...

Highlands Reimagined: Home truths (PART 2)

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do, when you want to live in the village you grew up in, but there are no houses for sale or for rent, and the only jobs available are sea...

Highlands Reimagined: Not just a pretty place (PART 1)

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What makes the far north of the Scottish Highlands a place where young people want to stay? "Highlands Reimagined” is a 3-part documentary ser...

Introducing: Highlands Reimagined

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re an avid listener of Wild for Scotland, I think you’d agree that Scotland is more than just a pretty landscape.I’m thrilled to be partn...

Edged in Stone - The dark history of Sutherland (+ Travel Tips)

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Edged in Stone' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the August episode.In this story, we're heading north to Sutherland....

Through the Haar - Archaeology in Rousay (+ Orkney Travel Tips)

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Through the Haar' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the July episode.In this story, I take you with me on the ferry from Ti...

Waiting for the Sun - Summer Solstice in Shetland (+ Travel Tips)

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Waiting for the Sun' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the June episode.In this story, I'm taking you with me to Mainl...

Frozen in Time - Galloway & Southern Ayrshire Biosphere (+ Travel Tips)

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Frozen in Time' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the May episode.In this story, we travel to the southwest of Scotland and...

A Whisky Tour in Dufftown & Tips for the Malt Whisky Trail

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's pour ourselves a dram and follow the Malt Whisky Trail! We'll go on a whisky-infused walking tour around Dufftown and learn what else ...

Sleep Came Early - Cherry Blossom in Helensburgh (+ Travel Tips)

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Sleep Came Early' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the April episode.Join me for a journey to Helensburgh on the Firth of ...

A Highland Safari (+ Tips for Wildlife Watching in Scotland)

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's go on a Highland Safari in the Cairngorms National Park and spend time exploring the Snow Roads! ‘The Birds and the Trees’ is a story a...

The Land Awakens - Springtime in Stonehaven (+ Aberdeenshire Travel Tips)

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'The Land Awakens' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the March episode.Join me for a journey to Stonehaven on the Aberdeensh...

Start Here: Wild for Scotland

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is Wild for Scotland, a show with immersive travel stories from Scotland.Wild for Scotland helps you connect with Scotland, its people, wildlife,...

Women's Stories from Scotland

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the past, I have featured countless women's stories on Wild for Scotland, from women sharing their own stories and expertise, to important fig...

Paradise - Birdwatching on Handa Island

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Paradise' is a story about a tiny island off the west coast of Scotland, along a famous road trip route: the North Coast 500. Join me for a...

Trad Music in Glasgow with Maggie Wallace & Callum Forsyth

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's go to the pub and listen to some music! Join me for two conversations with Irish tin whistle player Maggie Wallace and Trad music session h...

A Coorie Winter - Winter in North East Scotland (+ Winter Travel Tips)

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'A Coorie Winter' is a story about getting cosy (or 'coorie') in the great outdoors during the Scottish winter months. We're ...

Gaelic Songs & Oral Tradition with Ali Coyle

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation about Gaelic Songs and the role of singing in oral tradition with Gaelic singer Ali Coyle (Alison Mhic Giolla Chomhgaill). ...

Good for Crofting - Traditional Crofting in South Uist

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'Good for Crofting' is a story about living with and off the land. Crofting is an integral part of Scottish culture in the Highlands and Isl...

The Sounds of Mousa - Two trips to Mousa Broch (+ Shetland Travel Tips)

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'The Sounds of Mousa' is a story about two back-to-back trips I did to Mousa, a small island off the west coast of Shetland. First, we head ...

Slow Travel Special: Guided Nature Meditation

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last week, I spoke with Francesca Lo Verso, an outdoor therapist and host of the “We Are Here, Too” podcast. One of the questions I asked her was ...

Nature Connection with Francesca Lo Verso

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation with outdoor therapist Francesca Lo Verso about nature connection and how to be more mindful of nature on the go. Francesca...

Community Tourism in Scotland with Russell Fraser

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation with Russell Fraser, the Managing Director at Loch Ness Hub & Travel and Chair of the Scottish Community Tourism Networ...

A Slow and Winding Journey - A Trip to Huisinis (+ Isle of Harris Travel Tips)

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This story was recorded LIVE at the Tremula Festival in Brighton on 21 September 2024.Local communities should be at the heart of sustainable and slow...

One Mile Magic - Coldingham Bay & St Abbs (+ Berwickshire Coast Travel Tips)

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Covering great distances isn't necessarily the best way to see as much as possible when you travel.'One Mile Magic' is a story about pi...

Push and Pull - Cycling in the Outer Hebrides (+ Barra and Vatersay Travel Tips)

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'Push and Pull' is a story about slowing down and exploring the Isles of Barra and Vatersay by bike. I spent 3 nights on these islands which...

Coming soon: Season 6

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wild for Scotland is coming back soon with brand new stories and conversations digging deep into what it means to travel slowly and with purpose.Seaso...

The Art of Nature (Unst, Shetland) - A Social Club Preview

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How far north can you go in Scotland?In today's episode, I'm sharing with you a bonus story that I produced for my Patreon community, the Wi...

Revisiting Hiking the Hebridean Way (+ Barra Travel Tips)

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last month I visited the Isles of Barra and Vatersay - two islands in the Outer Hebrides that I hadn't returned to since solo hiking the Hebridea...

A Confidence Game - Gaining Confidence in the Hills with Glenmore Lodge

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'A Confidence Game' is a story about feeling safe and confident in the Scottish mountains. I'm taking you with me on the 2-day Hill &am...

Revisiting Whisky Trip to Islay (+ Tips for Fèis Ìle)

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the Islay Festival (Fèis Ìle) just around the corner, let's revisit another classic Wild for Scotland episode. 'An Acquired Taste&apo...

Revisiting Stargazing on the Isle of Coll (+ Stargazing Tips)

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's International Dark Sky Week! ✨ 🔭 🪐To celebrate we're revisiting an episode about one of my favourite islands on the Scottish we...

Like an Open Book - An Archaeology Tour in the Scottish Borders

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'Like an Open Book' is a story about an archaeology tour to the Scottish Borders with HARP Archaeology. Your guides are professional archaeo...

An Ode to Rain - A Social Club Preview

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you deal with the constant rain in Scotland? 🌧️ ☔️In today's episode, I'm sharing with you a bonus story that I shared with ...

Revisiting Glasgow's Women's History (+ a special BIRTHDAY)

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wild for Scotland turns 3! 🎉To celebrate we're revisiting one of our favourite stories from the archive. ‘Flourish’ is a story about Glasg...

Icons of the Kingdom - A Winter Trip to Fife

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'Icons of the Kingdom' is an episode about the wonders of Fife. From the majestic Forth Bridge in North Queensferry to the picturesque fishi...

Wild for 2024 - An exciting update and a preview of what's to come

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are Kathi's plans for Wild for Scotland in 2024? When can you expect the next season to launch? Which episodes are coming up soon? And how c...

Introducing: Travel That Matters

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Travel has always played a big role in my life and I wouldn’t be the person I am today, had I not had the opportunity to travel abroad.  I might ha...

Over the Ratagan Pass - An Unexpected Adventure in Glenelg

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a storm derails your island adventure plans? You follow the advice of locals and go on an unexpected adventure off the beaten path.&...

Water Books with Freya Bromley, Alycia Pirmohamed and Mollie Hughes

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak to Freya Bromley, host of The Tidal Year podcast, Alycia Pirmohamed, a poet shortlisted for the Nan-Sheperd Prize, and Molli...

Responsible Marine Tourism in Scotland with Caroline Willis

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation with Caroline Willis from the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust. We discuss the impact marine tourism has on coastal enviro...

Scotland’s Snorkel Trails with Elouise Cartner & Lyle Boyle

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scotland's Snorkel Trails highlight suitable places to snorkel in search of marine wildlife all along the Scottish coast - and they help us fight...

A Long Time Coming - Beaver Safari on the River Tay (+ Aberfeldy Travel Tips)

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'A Long Time Coming' takes you on a journey along the River Tay, from its source to the sea. We hop inside a canoe to follow the footsteps (...

All That Could Be - Seagrass Restoration in Loch Craignish (+ Ardfern Travel Tips)

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'All That Could Be' is an explorative adventure story set in the waters of Loch Craignish. We go snorkelling and paddleboarding to immerse o...

An update from Kathi

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We know you were expecting a brand-new episode of Wild for Scotland today, but life happens sometimes and we fell a little bit behind our production s...

Healing Waters - Blue Health and the Isle of Coll

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'Healing Waters' is a deep-dive into my own personal experiences with swimming, grief and depression. The story takes you first into my mind...

Salt of the Earth - The Salt Marsh in the Eden Estuary (+ St Andrews Travel Tips)

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'Salt of the Earth' is a story about a landscape of extremes. Twice a day, the salt marshes of Scotland get flooded by the incoming tide and...

Vastness of Space - The Bogs in Northern Scotland (+ Flow Country Travel Tips)

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'A Vastness of Space' is a story about my trip to the Flow Country, a region of vast peatlands spanning Caithness and Sutherland. We travel ...

Dan the Merman on Connecting with his Gaelic Heritage through Swimming

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan the Merman is a professional open-water swim coach who lives and works on the west coast of Scotland. From his home in the Heart of Argyll, he tak...

A Taste of Freedom - Sailing on the Scottish West Coast (+ Sailing Tips)

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'A Taste of Freedom' is a story about changing your perspective and seeing the Scottish coastline from a different angle. We're setting...

Coming soon: Season 5

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wild for Scotland is coming back  with a brand-new season diving into the depths of "Uisge - Scottish Waters". Pack your swimsuit, water sh...

TEASER: Let's dive into season 5...

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Season 5 of Wild for Scotland is coming soon - here's a wee teaser of what to expect!The first episode of Season 5 will drop in your feed on 19 S...

That Magical Feeling - Solo Travel with Hostelling Scotland (+ Solo Travel Tips)

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'That Magical Feeling' is a story about the good, the bad and the ugly sides of solo travelling. But how do you overcome the overwhelm of be...

Yours to Explore - Exploring Dunfermline and West Fife

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'Yours to Explore' is an episode about Scotland's newest city Dunfermline and the surrounding region of West Fife. We dive into the med...

The Big Picture - Meet the Young People Rewilding Scotland

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is there any wilderness left in Scotland? In this episode about rewilding Scotland, you'll learn about Scotland's diverse landscapes and spe...

Introducing: The Coast That Shaped the World

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you love stories about the Scottish coast, The Coast That Shaped The World is an app full of audio stories that I think you might enjoy!The Coast t...

Sarah Hobbs on Outdoor Storytelling & Scottish Folklore

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Hobbs is a professional storyteller - that is to say, she tells stories for a living. With her company Strathspey Storywalks she offers guided n...

The Land of Stories - A Journey through Badenoch The Storylands

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'The Land of Stories' is an episode about Badenoch, its natural landscapes, cultural heritage, fascinating stories and welcoming locals. I&a...

Kathi Kamleitner on Snorkelling and Creative Storytelling on Wild For Scotland

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners of Wild for Scotland know Kathi Kamleitner as the writer and host of the show. Long-time listeners might even know her as the creator of the...

Creature of the Sea - Snorkelling at the Argyll Hope Spot

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'Creature of the Sea' is a collection of stories and poems inspired by my time at the Snorkelling Artist Residency hosted by the Argyll Hope...

Adam Raja on Mountaineering, Glencoe & Climate Activism

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Raja is a mountain man, but if you looked at his photography and social media platforms, you'd never think that it took most of his life to ...

Where it all began - An off-beat hiking trail in Glencoe (+Glencoe Travel Tips)

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'Where it all began' is a story about a walk through one of the most beautiful places in the Scottish Highlands. I'm taking you with me...

Heather Thomas-Smith on Scottish Neolithic History in Argyll

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Heather Thomas-Smith combines her passion for the great Scottish outdoors with her interest in history and background in geology to guide fascinating ...

6,000 times around the sun - Neolithic Scotland + Kilmartin Glen Travel Tips

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'6,000 times around the sun' is a story about Scotland's ancient history and how we connect with it. Kilmartin Glen is an excellent pla...

Isebail Mackinnon on Small Island Life on the Isle of Canna

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation with Canna native Isebail Mackinnon whose family has lived on the Isle of Canna for generations. We'll talk about life...

Of Stacks and Stones - Puffin Spotting + Isle of Canna Travel Tips

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'Of Stacks and Stones' is a story about an island that looks remote on the map, but it actually a bustling hub on the Scottish west coast - ...

Kirsty Pallas on Guiding Hikes & Outdoor Diversity

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a conversation with hiking guide and climbing instructor Kirsty Pallas. We'll talk about her path to becoming a mountain leader, her ...

Traces - Hiking across the Isle of Kerrera

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'Traces' is a story about the traces of history you can uncover on the Isle of Kerrera. Traces of Neolithic settlements, medieval conflicts ...

Coming soon: Season 4

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wild for Scotland is coming back this autumn to continue our journey into the stories & people of Scotland.I've spent the summer on the road ...

Mark Williams on Foraging & Scotland's Wild Foods

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Williams is a forager and foraging tutor with over 30 years of experience. Originally from the Isle of Arran, he lives in Galloway these days and...

In Tune - Kayaking and Foraging on the Galloway Coast

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘In Tune’ is a story about an exceptional kayak expedition on the Galloway coast. The goal? Wild camp and learn about local plants from master for...

Calum Maclean on Wild Swimming & Scottish Gaelic

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Calum Maclean is an experienced outdoor swimmer, a talented broadcaster and a native Gaelic speaker. In his work, he often combines all three of these...

Uisge - Outdoor Swimming in Perthshire + Wild Swimming Tips

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'Uisge' is a story about my journey as an outdoor swimmer. From loving the idea but not the implementation to immersing myself in the ice co...

Katie Murray on Scientific Tourism & Learning while Travelling

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Murray is one of the researchers leading the Scottish part of the Wonder Seekers project, a new initiative that brings together science and tour...

Never The Same - Learning Experiences from Oban to Fort William

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is sponsored by Wonder Seekers, an initiative that brings together science and tourism to inspire exciting learning adventures that are u...

Adele Patrick on Scottish Women's History

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adele Patrick is the co-founder of Glasgow Women's Library, a textile artist and fierce advocate for women's and LGBTQ rights - but as you&a...

Flourish - Women's Heritage Walks in Glasgow

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'Flourish' is a story about Glasgow's "City of the Dead". We're joining a group of history detectives from the Glasgow W...

Lisa Williams on Black Scottish History

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa Williams is the founder of the Edinburgh Caribbean Association, which promotes Caribbean culture in Scotland, and since 2018 has been running Bla...

More to it - Black History Walks Edinburgh

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

'More to it' is a story about links between Scotland and the trans-Atlantic slave trade, but it's also a story about outstanding Black ...

Coming soon: Season 3

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wild for Scotland is coming back for its third season and the first new episode will be out next week.I’m back on the road and will combine my passi...

Showtime - The best Sunrise on the Isle of Skye

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'Showtime' is a story about a trip to the Isle of Skye in winter. We're getting up well before the crack of dawn and set out to visit o...

Tea and Beans - Hiking on the Isle of Harris

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'Tea and Beans is a story about two chance encounters I had on the Isle of Harris when I walked the Hebridean Way. The people of the Outer Hebrid...

Wild Isle - Scenic Route on the Isle of Mull

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'Wild Isle' is a story about a day trip to the Isle of Mull - from wild-landscapes to wild-life, the island is showing off its "untamed...

The Birds and the Trees - The Snow Roads in the Cairngorms

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'The Birds and the Trees' is a story about a scenic road trip through the Cairngorms National Park. But it is also a story about Scottish wi...

Step by Step - Hiking on the Fife Coastal Path

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'Step by Step' tells the story of a 6-mile hike along the Fife Coastal Path. Sure - you could drive from village to village. But with so man...

Whisky Galore - A Journey on the Malt Whisky Trail

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'Whisky Galore' is a story for whisky fans, but also for those who wonder if a trip to the Speyside is worth it if you're not a whisky ...

The Key - An Outlander Road Trip from Edinburgh

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'The Key' is a story for Outlander fans. From Preston Mill to Lallybroch, we'll explore some of the Outlander film locations near Edinb...

At Peace - Exploring the West Highland Peninsulas

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'At Peace' tells the story of a road trip to the remote West Highland Peninsulas that is both tranquil and thought-provoking.We begin our jo...

The Slow Road - An Adventure on the North Coast 500

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

'The Slow Road' tells the story of driving down the North Coast 500 - but mostly not following it. Instead, we explore some of the detours a...

Peat and Sands - The West Coast of the Isle of Lewis

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to go island hopping again? Let's drive down the west coast of Lewis on our way from the Callanish Stones to Bosta Beach on Great Bernera.&...

Rhins of Galloway - A Journey from Portpatrick to the Mull of Galloway

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to go off the beaten path? Let's drive down the Rhins of Galloway peninsula and make our way from Portpatrick to the Mull of Galloway.&apos...