Love Scotland podcast – 2026 season, part I

Episode 1 – A beginner’s guide to the Burns Supper

Whether you’ve never been to a Burns Supper or you’re a long-time aficionado who knows the ‘Address to a Haggis’ by heart, there’s always something new to learn about Robert Burns and his work.

With Burns Night just a few days away, Jackie is joined by two of Scotland’s most prominent Burns experts to dissect the ceremonial aspects of the celebration, the history of its traditions, and the true meaning of his poetry.

Professor Gerry Carruthers is the Francis Hutcheson Chair of Scottish Literature at the University of Glasgow, while Chris Waddell is the Learning Manager at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum.

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