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Rousay Tales

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by Kolekto

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6 episodes
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Welcome to Rousay Tales. This podcast series from Orkney, Scotland, will take you around the island of Rousay, exploring life in the past and present. We’ve used the resources of Orkney Library and Archive, Rousay Remembered and the University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute, together with contemporary recordings, to bring you this series of themed episodes. Rich in archaeology, Rousay is often called the ‘Egypt of the north’. Listen to stories from the archives, islanders and archaeologists woven with discoveries, folklore and places of intrigue. Find out about the houses for the living and the dead, crafts and making, fishing, and farming. Rousay Tales will transport you to this special island. For more information and extra content visit https://archaeologyorkney.com/rousay-tales/

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June 7, 2024

Making

<p>In this final episode we’ll be finding out about some of the creative folk in Rousay. The island has been a creative place for millennia and we hear about the Neolithic makers and their grooved ware pottery and Bronze Age soapstone carvers. Turn the beautiful Westness brooch-pin over in your hands and discover why Rousay played a part in the opening of the Pier Arts Centre. And be sure to keep rhythm with the music of the island. We hope the music of Rousay remains with you after this, our final episode.</p><p>Contributors in order of appearance:</p><p>Narrator: Prof Ingrid Mainland 2024</p><p>James Yorston 1990</p><p>Dr Siobhan Cooke-Miller 2024</p><p>Helen Firth 1987</p><p>Kath Gourlay 1987</p><p>Max Fletcher 2023</p><p>Adam Harcus 2023</p><p>Ceri Biddle 2023</p><p>Rob Flett 2023</p><p>‘Whaal’s Rost’ Jimmy Craigie n.d.</p><p>Eddie Firth 2023</p><p>‘Jenny’s Tune’ James Grieve</p><p>Ellen Grieve 2023</p><p>Athol Grieve 2023</p><p>‘Grandad’ Ellen Grieve</p><p>Fiddle - Hugh Inkster, Guitar - Tommy Mainland n.d.</p><p><br>This podcast series was created using material from Orkney Library &amp; Archive, Rousay Remembered, University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute and contemporary recordings made with the community of Rousay.</p><p><br></p><p>Creative team: Produced by Kolekto (Mark Jenkins &amp; Rebecca Marr) and University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute led by Dan Lee.</p><p><br></p><p>New recordings and editing by Mark Jenkins (Kolekto)</p><p>New music composed and played by James Watson (Wooden Sole Music)</p><p><br></p><p>The project has been funded by Orkney Island Council, Rousay Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust (REWDT), Orkney Archaeology Society (OAS) and North Isles Landscape Partnership Scheme (NILPS).</p>

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May 31, 2024

Believing

<p>In this episode we’ll be finding out about the superstitions, folklore and religion in Rousay. Hogboons, trows and fairies come alive in this episode to bring us luck or misfortune. A standing stone walks and a hidden island appears. And remember to make sure it's the dead you are burying. </p><p>Contributors in order of appearance:</p><p>Narrator: James Grieve 2024</p><p>Chris Gee 2024</p><p>Ernest Marwick 1966</p><p>Tom Sinclair 1966</p><p>Edda Mainland n.d.</p><p>Mrs Clouston 1989</p><p>Dr Sarah Jane Gibbon 2024</p><p>Muriel Marwick 2023</p><p>Alistair Marwick 2023</p><p>Ingrid Grieve 2024</p><p>Mrs Wylie 1966</p><p>Kath Gourlay 1987</p><p>Helen Firth 1987</p><p>The Rousay Singers 2022</p><p><br>This podcast series was created using material from Orkney Library &amp; Archive, Rousay Remembered, University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute and contemporary recordings made with the community of Rousay.</p><p><br></p><p>Creative team: Produced by Kolekto (Mark Jenkins &amp; Rebecca Marr) and University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute led by Dan Lee.</p><p><br></p><p>New recordings and editing by Mark Jenkins (Kolekto)</p><p>New music composed and played by James Watson (Wooden Sole Music)</p><p><br></p><p>The project has been funded by Orkney Island Council, Rousay Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust (REWDT), Orkney Archaeology Society (OAS) and North Isles Landscape Partnership Scheme (NILPS).</p>

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May 24, 2024

Farming

<p>In this episode we’ll be finding out about farming in Rousay from 5,000 years ago until today. Hear about Neolithic granaries, Norse animal husbandry and the demise of the egg industry. Join the seaweed gatherers and celebrate the harvest at the agricultural show.</p><p>Contributors in order of appearance:</p><p>Narrator: Prof Ingrid Mainland 2024</p><p>Ernest Marwick 1966</p><p>Tom Sinclair 1966</p><p>Dan Lee 2024</p><p>Eddie Firth 2023</p><p>Angus Findlater n.d.</p><p>Bill Grieve n.d.</p><p>Alistair Marwick 2023</p><p>Athol Grieve 2023</p><p>Ellen Grieve 2023</p><p><br>This podcast series was created using material from Orkney Library &amp; Archive, Rousay Remembered, University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute and contemporary recordings made with the community of Rousay.</p><p><br></p><p>Creative team: Produced by Kolekto (Mark Jenkins &amp; Rebecca Marr) and University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute led by Dan Lee.</p><p><br></p><p>New recordings and editing by Mark Jenkins (Kolekto)</p><p>New music composed and played by James Watson (Wooden Sole Music)</p><p><br></p><p>The project has been funded by Orkney Island Council, Rousay Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust (REWDT), Orkney Archaeology Society (OAS) and North Isles Landscape Partnership Scheme (NILPS).</p>

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What is Rousay Tales?

Welcome to Rousay Tales. This podcast series from Orkney, Scotland, will take you around the island of Rousay, exploring life in the past and present. We’ve used the resources of Orkney Library and Archive, Rousay Remembered and the University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute, together with contemporary recordings, to bring you this series of themed episodes.

Rich in archaeology, Rousay is often called the ‘Egypt of the north’. Listen to stories from the archives, islanders and archaeologists woven with discoveries, folklore and places of intrigue. Find out about the houses for the living and the dead, crafts and making, fishing, and farming. Rousay Tales will transport you to this special island.

For more information and extra content visit https://archaeologyorkney.com/rousay-tales/

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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