Wild for Scotland Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Join me for a conversation with podcast producer Will Sadler about his work on the "Highlands Reimagined" series. Will explains his process of making a show about life in the Highlands and how his work was inspired by the young people featured on the show.

We are joined by Fiona Mackenzie, manager of the Strathnaver Museum in Bettyhill, who commissioned the podcast series through their artist residency programme. Fiona shares her insight as a local Highlander, and even answers the age-old question I get asked all the time, when I'm on tour: what do people in the Highlands do for work?

This conversation is inspired by the 3-part "Highlands Reimagined" series, which we featured on Wild for Scotland in September 2025. If you haven't done so yet, it makes sense to scroll back and listen to the series first, before returning to my chat with Will and Fiona.

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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 Scotland's Big Tree Country as we explore the history and woodlands of Perthshire. First, we follow in the footsteps of Robert Burns and wander through the woodland surrounding the Falls of Bruar. We hear about Scotland's champion trees, the tree-planting Duke of Atholl and the role of trees during the Highland Clearances. Then we follow the waters of the River Garry, high onto the Pass of Killiecrankie and deep into the history of the Jacobites.

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'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 spend a few days exploring the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere at the height of Spring. We wander through one of Scotland's most picturesque bluebell forests and listen to the birds of the woodland. We're staying at a tranquil shepherd's hut on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, go wild swimming in a loch and a river, and we wander through the bustling town of Gatehouse of Fleet.

Visit my website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript, photos from my trip and links to all the places & resources I mention in this episode.

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What to do when you wake up to a sunny day in Scotland and you're longing for an island getaway? This episode of Wild for Scotland heads on a day trip to the Isle of Arran.

'The Cure' is a story about a day trip from Glasgow to the Isle of Arran. I take you with me to the island on a hike that was only made harder by the one too many drams I had the night before in the pub... We're hiking to the top of Goatfell, the highest mountain on Arran.

After the story, I share some of my top tips to visit the Isle of Arran, whether you are coming for a day or longer, hiking Goatfell or want to see something else the island has to offer.

They don't call it "Scotland in Miniature" for nothing!

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Full show notes, transcript and images from the story are available from WildforScotland.com.

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Read my Isle of Arran blog post full of things to do, food recommendations and more.

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What does the Scottish coast look like from the water? This episode of Wild for Scotland leaves the solid ground of beaches and cliffs behind and explores the north-west coast and the Isle Martin by kayak.

‘A Whole New World’ is a story about changing your perspective in order to learn something new about a place you thought you knew like the back of your hand. Travelling is all about these kinds of learning experiences for me.

Kayaking is one of my favourite ways to explore and change my viewpoint. This trip to the Isle Martin, an outlier among the Summer Isles is no exception.

In this episode, we learn about the history of the Scottish kelp industry, the geology of the Summer Isles and the wildlife you can expect to encounter on the north-west coast – from seabirds to marine wildlife and even otters.

A big thank you to Will Copestake of Kayak Summer Isles for his help researching this episode.

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Full show notes, transcript and images from the story are available from WildforScotland.com.

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Is waking up to the sound of the sea always the peaceful experience you imagine? This episode of Wild for Scotland whisks you away to the Isle of Bute to find out.

‘Wake Up’ is a story about my first-ever solo wild camping experience. I chose the West Island Way for this adventure, a 30-mile long-distance trail that runs across the Isle of Bute. The island isn’t far from Glasgow – just a hop, skip and a jump away – but its coast is the perfect place to pitch your tent in solitude and pretend you’re in some remote corner of the country.

The West Island Way is very beginner-friendly and most people can walk it in 2-3 days. Camping is optional, as the hike is well-connected by bus and there are lots of B&Bs on Bute.

But, I wanted to give it a try – especially because I had never wild camped on my own. Needless to say, it came with its own challenges… You’ll have to listen to find out more!

After the story I share some of my top tips for a trip to the Isle of Bute and a hike on the West Island Way.

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Full show notes & transcript available from wildforscotland.com

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What happens when you embark on a big solo hike - and then you panic? This episode of Wild for Scotland sees us embarking on a big adventure on the Isle of Barra.

"Out of Nowhere" is a story about my first day on the Hebridean Way - 155-mile long-distance trail across the Outer Hebrides. I take you with me on the ferry to Castlebay, my journey to the start of the hike and up into the hills of Barra. And as you can imagine - not everything went entirely to plan...

After the story, I share my top 5 tips with you to get the most out of your time on Barra when you visit.

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What does the Scottish west coast sound like? This episode of Wild for Scotland invites you on a journey to the Isle of Tiree.

“Lullaby” tells the story of a day I spent on the Isle of Tiree exploring its different sounds and landscapes.

The adventure begins at Glasgow airport with a flight on a tiny Twin Otter machine and sees me discover the nooks and crannies of the island by bike. We visit beaches, learn about the history of the island and meet some of the locals.

After the story, I give you top 5 tips to visit the Isle of Tiree yourself.

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How many islands can you visit in one day? The first episode of Wild for Scotland sees us embarking on an adventure on the west coast.

“Island Hopping” tells the story of a day trip by boat to visit the Isles of Iona, Staffa and Lunga of the Treshnish Isles – all from our home base on the Isle of Mull. That’s 4 islands in one day!

We wander among the medieval ruins and moorlands of Iona, hop on a shaky boat ride to the Isle of Lunga, hike to the top of a tall cliff to see – you guessed it – puffins, and eventually find our way to the mythical Isle of Staffa with its famous sea cave and black basalt columns.

Then, I give you my top 5 tips to visit the Iona, Staffa and Lunga yourself.

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Read my blog post about this tour.

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Full show notes & transcript available from WildforScotland.com.

Help us spread the word about Wild for Scotland! If you hear something you like in this episode, take a screenshot and share what you like about it on your Instagram stories. And tag us @wildforscotland so we can say thank you!

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Planning a trip to Scotland? Check out my Scotland blog Watch Me See!

Hello there and welcome to Wild for Scotland, a new podcast that allows you to travel to Scotland through stories. 

My name is Kathi Kamleitner, I’m a writer and storyteller and I run the Scotland travel blog Watch Me See. I started Wild for Scotland as a way to help you visit Scotland without ever having to leave your home.

Each episode starts with a travel story about a location or an experience from my travels. Then I’ll tell you some of my top tips for visiting to inspire a future trip.

The first season of Wild for Scotland is all about the Scottish isles. Each week for 10 weeks, we travel to a different island and spend some time together, exploring their nooks and crannies, history and landscapes. 

Are you ready?

Great, subscribe to Wild for Scotland now and join me for a journey full of adventure.

Let’s travel to Scotland!

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