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FolkLandsThe Day of the DruidsOn todays Druid filled episode we find ourselves amongst the sacred hawthorns of Primrose Hill celebrationg Lughnasadh wit the Primrose Hill Loose Association of Druids. An order that can trace its roots back to Lolo Morganwg and the birth of modern DruidismSong, wine, poetry, home made quiche, we've got it all, so join us as we turn the wheel of the year once again. We hear stories from modern practitioners of Wicca, Druidry, Heathenism, Sharmism and many other pagan faiths and beliefs that enrich and colour our lives on our ancient island.2025-04-221h 22
FolkLandsThe Forgotten HengesGreetings seekers of the strange and unusual. A veritable literary feast awaits you weary traveller amongst the forgotten henges of northern England.Today, we find ourselves in the most estimable company of author and connoisseur of all things that go bump in the night Mark Valentine, and Ray Russell, Tartarus press co owner, writer and musician. Together we explore the fields of furrows, the henges and barrows and, of course, writers. We delve into the magical and mysterious works of Arthur Machen, Mary Butts, D.K Broster and many, many more.Expect lay...2025-03-252h 36
FolkLandsNight of the HorseIn todays winter celebration of an episode we explore the glorious Welsh tradition of the Mari Lwyd.She is a skull covered in the ribbons of a bride, The Grey Mare, or Holy Mary. She is many things, she is neither dead nor alive, if you're cold then she's cold.Down the cold dark back streets of London's Kings Cross a warm welcome awaits. Every year to celebrate the end of winter the Mari Lwyd makes her rounds of the local pubs ready to sing and have a rap battle as only a...2025-02-251h 25
OutcastsLive from North CarolinaA very special, very live, one off edition of the hit podcast but this time live and unleashed amongst the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina!We get to ask all your favourite Outlander questions back to you, the amazing Outlander fans.What's the strangest present David has received?Who's the prankster of the fandom?How long till breakfast?These questions and many, many more will be answered in full and unflinching colour.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2025-02-0445 min
FolkLandsAdventures in High StrangenessIn todays monster episode we explore the world of cryptids and mythical beings.In the very capable hands of Richard Freeman and Jackie we discuss the exorcism of Loch Ness, the British Bigfoot, the Cornish Owlman and a whole host of other strange and extraordinary creatures that lurk within the British countryside and that sometimes make their way into our towns.Talking dogs, horned cats, goblins and dragons you'll also never look at a crab the same way again.The incredible Actor and Poet Caitlin O Ryan reads from Algernon...2025-01-282h 31
FolkLandsThe Haunted MoorOn todays final show of 2024 we take a long walk on the moor with writer and gentleman Jeremy Dyson.We first head to Ripon to witness the supposed longest surviving continuous folklore practice in the world, The Ripon Hornblower, and find out more about this extraordinary custom.We grab our walking boots and head up Ilkely Moor, with dark tales of alien encounters and cannibals that lurk amongst the boulders. We discuss ghostly encounters on the dark moor as well as Jeremy being not only one forth of the legendary creative team that...2024-12-312h 12
FolkLandsLimehouse NightsToday we unearth a hidden corner of London as we creep around the frozen docks and inky darkness of Limehouse.In the 16th to the 18th century the area of Limehouse became synonymous as a melting pot of folklore and people as the docks brought stories, superstitions and strange new cultures. It had its own Golem wandering the abandoned warehouses and dockyards, it had the sensational tales of Thomas Burke who wrote of opium dens and backstreet murders even Blur's Damon Albarn invoked the spirit of Dr John Dee in its ancient streets....2024-11-261h 49
Why Wars Happened Interview History PodcastTim Downie: From Outlander’s Governor Tryon to Gale in Baldur’s Gate 3Hey guys, welcome back to the Why Wars Happened History Podcast, where you learn about the causes of wars and things like, why did it happen? Was it inevitable? Who was involved? Sometimes I go back hundreds of years just so we can understand what happened in our narrative episodes covering the long course of a war and the background of the war. And if you want to talk more about war, we also have authors, historians, war generals, royalty, actors, filmmakers, a whole bunch of people come on as guests and we talk about...2024-11-2025 min
Why Wars Happened History PodcastINTERVIEW: Tim Downie: From Outlander’s Governor Tryon to Gale in Baldur’s Gate 3Hey guys, welcome back to the Why Wars Happened History Podcast, where you learn about the causes of wars and things like, why did it happen? Was it inevitable? Who was involved?Sometimes I go back hundreds of years just so we can understand what happened in our narrative episodes covering the long course of a war and the background of the war.And if you want to talk more about war, we also have authors, historians, war generals, royalty, actors, filmmakers, a whole bunch of people come on as guests and we talk about...2024-11-1225 min
FolkLandsLast OrdersIn todays episode of FolkLands we delve into the world of spirit as we explore some of the stranger Inns, hostelries and public houses of London.From the 'hanging' breakfasts of Newgate, the bombed charnel house of St. Brides and the trap doors of Sweeney Todds barber shop we sink beneath the streets of London to reveal its dark, spooky and inglorious heart.Expect plague pits, Ostriches, dungeons and headless phantoms galore.Enjoy, and a Happy Halloween to you all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2024-10-301h 33
Conversations with Ben O’Hara-ByrneDirector Mike Downie on his four-part documentary, Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal and paying tribute to his late brotherDirector Mike Downie on his four-part documentaryTragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal and paying tribute to his late brother (1:39)Guest: Mike Downie, director of The Tragically Hip: No Dress RehearsalNew photo essay works to raise awareness about breast cancer and how younger women can advocate for proper diagnosis and care (34:06)Guest: Beth Marchant, Not Too Young participantIran launches missile attack on Israel as Middle East conflict escalates (51:58)Guest: Thomas Juneau, professor, Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, University of Ottawa and fo...2024-10-021h 46
FolkLandsThe Night LibraryIn todays episode we explore the dark, dusty and mysterious world of books. Those weird, rare, and legendary forgotten tomes that have been Justin and I’s lifelong passion and obsession.We delve into Victorian spirit photography, the extraordinary and intoxicating work of Ithell Colquhoun, books of dangerous occult magic, of herbal folklore, and those of rare and exquisite beauty.A huge thank you to everyone at Peter Harrington for having us pour through there groaning shelves.And the brilliant Paul Kaye will read for you from M.R James' Th...2024-09-302h 18
Music BuddyMike Downie & Johnny Fay - No Dress RehearsalNo Dress Rehearsal is a 4-part documentary about one of Canada's most-loved rock bands - The Tragically Hip. The film premiered at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on Sept 5, and has been screening at Film Festivals around the country. It is now available to stream on Amazon Prime. The Tragically Hip rose to rock stardom in the late 80s and early 90s. They toured and recorded relentlessly, and by the late 90s, they were practically a household name. To the great delight of their fans, they showed no signs of stopping. Ever. Then, in 2015, the band’s i...2024-09-201h 40
FolkLandsBlack AnnisIn todays episode we are tracking down the elusive and often misunderstood witch of Leicester. Black Annis. Local tales tell of her blue skin and liking for stealing away children should they stray into her lair then skinning them to add to her dress, her bower strewn with bones. Or is this not quite as true as we were had to believe, could she have been an anchorite nun living alone in the woods, a herbalist, a catholic, or simply a woman who decided to her live her life the way she wanted to and the...2024-08-271h 57
FolkLandsThe Lore of the PlaygroundOn this weeks episode we explore the folklore that was part of the best years of our lives, or so they say, Playground lore.From marbles and jacks, to tag and skipping, kicking and kissing whilst not forgetting all the ghost and ghouls that roam the back of the design area, we explore it all with the help of the Opie archive and the brilliant and playful Julia Bishop, Yinka Olusoga and Catherine Bannister from Sheffield University.Our readings this week come from the wonderful Matt Horne who tells us everything you will need...2024-07-301h 45
FolkLandsStone LandsIn today's episode we go stone bothering. We begin in Leicester with the now largely forgotten Wishing Stone of Bradgate Park, a large granite menhir overlooking the babbling River Lin. We then go on the hunt for one of the most cursed stones of these ancient lands, the Humberstone, now terrifyingly placed between a KFC and a Halfords.We end with a pilgrimage to the Rollright Stones of Oxfordshire, to explore their occult history and its colourful relationship with ceremonial magician William Gray in the 1970s.This week the very wonderful Mandip Gill reads...2024-06-281h 39
FolkLandsBunkers Deep & Caverns OldOn today's episode we explore everything from 1970s top secret nuclear bunkers to Tolkein's mines of Moria. Phil 'The Tunnel Inspector' Catling takes us down the rabbit hole stopping off in Alan Garner's Brisingaman via Susan Cooper's Dark is Rising. Expect dystopian futures, ancient barrows, sigils of lost civilisations and darkening skies.Also the brilliant Rik Rankin, star of Outlander and Rebus, reads form George MacDonalds 'The Princess & The Goblin.'Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-291h 04
Have You Got Your Sh*t Together?Episode 50: Tim Downie (Re-release) on the joys of parenting, enjoying the small things and zen navigationEpisode 50: Tim Downie (Re-release)Tim is an English actor, comedian and writer. He is known for his roles in TV shows such as ‘Toast of London’, ‘Outlander’, ‘Upstart Crow’ and season 2 of ‘Good Omens’ etc. His film work includes, ‘Paddington’, ‘The King’s Speech’, 'Hapless' and Amazon’s ’How to Date Billy Walsh’. Have You Got Your Sh*t Together? with Caitlin O’Ryan, is a podcast that celebrates not having your sh*t together! In each episode, Caitlin interviews guests who seemingly “have their sh*t together” - be that in life/love/work/hobbies. Throughout the conve...2024-05-081h 15
FolkLandsUnderworldsIn todays episode we delve into the dark tunnels and shadowy corners of the underworld. First we are in the lime caves of Dorking for tales of robbers and dark forgotten secrets, we then head over to Chislehurst where Roman, Saxon and Druidic tunnels lead us down into the depths of a blood soaked past. Beware what lies beneath! Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-301h 50
FolkLandsPlantLoreIn todays episode we go rummaging through the undergrowth to explore the amazing world of Plant with the brilliant Roy Vickery. We discover how Ivy is good for trousers, bramble is lucky for cows and why you must always sit in a hawthorn tree.Roy can be found at his website plant-lore.comAnd the very wonderful Sophie Skelton reads from A WItch's Guide to Gardening by Dorothy Jacob. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-291h 14
FolkLandsSerpent TalesOn todays show we explore the mysterious Knucker, blood thirsty water serpents unique to Sussex who are said to live in bottomless wells and attack villagers. Expect totem poles, jam and a truly horrific ending to Red Riding Hood.We talk to the brilliant Dr Paul Quinn, Director of Folklore and Fairy Tales at Chichester University and the wonderful Matthew Lewis reads from Bram Stokers 'The Lair of The White Worm.' Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-272h 07
FolkLandsThe Rectory in RedIn todays episode we explore two of the most infamous buildings in England! First up is the most haunted house in England, the extremely eerie Borley Rectory and then we zip over to Polstead to explore The Murder in the Red Barn, scene of one of the most horrific and brutal crimes in English criminal history, but what came after is even worse.We are joined by the wonderful Edward Parnell as we get lost down country lanes and stumble into hidden ponds.And the brilliant Craig Parkinson reads from the Ballard of...2024-01-301h 48
How To Make It with Emily & HaleyChapter 5: Tim Downie: 'Please Tell Me the Catering's Good'Actor Tim Downie joins the BFFs to discuss jumping into a sea of frozen cow shit, caroling with underpants on his head, and what he’d sound like throwing a tantrum on “The Great British Bake Off.” The ladies are also treated to a discussion on the importance of penicillin, Emily gives her controversial opinion on “Paddington” CGI, and Tim reveals what the true 4th ring of hell really is. Grab an M&M sandwich and some Fluffernutter, and say “aluminum” on the count of three.Follow us: @howtomakeitpodcastFollow Emily: @emilydorothyyFollow Haley: @haleymuralee2024-01-291h 12
Dan Allen Gaming PodcastGale aka Tim Downie from Baldur's Gate 3Tim and Dan discuss BG3, Baking, Gale Romance Scenes & Endings, Books, Movies, Comedy, Stand Up and so much more!2024-01-181h 11
FolkLandsWitch Country part 2In part two we are joined by musician Laura Cannell. We explore her unique ancient folk inspired music that she creates with the violin overbow and double recorders. We talk fairy rings, witch eggs and groaning stones. Enjoy and a very happy new year to you all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-011h 03
FolkLandsWitch Country part 1On todays episode we find ourselves out on the liminal shores of the hook of Essex, the very heart of Witch Country in search of Matthew Hopkins, The Witchfinder General.We are joined by author and poet AK Blakemore who takes us through the her haunts of Manningtree and Mistley in the footsteps of the witches. We also find 'Old Knobbly' in a rather spooky wood in the dead of night. We then head to Mistly pond where Hopkins began his horrendous persecutions and 'swam' the alleged witches, and spend a night in the Mistley Thorn...2023-12-261h 08
FolkLandsPathways to ProphecyToday we explore omens, dark prophecies and portents of doom! We begin in the Buckinghamshire village of Naphill to discover the infamous death warnings that terrified the villagers in the 1940s. Then on to Dancer's End for a rather unexpected and uplifting experience. Finally we duck beneath the branches of Wendover Wood where sightings of an enormous black cat have been seen as recently as three days ago.We are joined by the brilliant Ruth Connell who reads from 'The Prophecies of Mother Shipton'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-291h 14
Collider DailiesBaldur's Gate 3 Interview: Tim Downie on the Craft of Video Game ActingOn today’s episode of Collider Dailies, John and Maggie get the chance to talk to Tim Downie, the actor behind Gale of Waterdeep in Baldur's Gate 3, as well as characters such Mr. Brown on Good Omens and Governor Tryon on Outlander.Downie discusses the process for crafting the character of Gale, finding the difficult, beautiful moments that make up a romance scene, and if he would be willing to return for a hypothetical Baldur's Gate 4!Catch John and Maggie's chat with Tim Downie on today’s Collider Dailies episode! Host...2023-11-1343 min
FolkLandsHellfire & Damnation part 2In part two we cross the river styx and enter Dashwood's living hell! We then dash cross country and find ourselves in the mysterious bell cave of Royston. We discover Druids, Anchorites and long lost skulls. EnjoyFolkLands is an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted by Tim Downie (Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) and Justin Chubb (co-star and creator of Sky Atlantic’s This is Jinsy). Filled with original music and inspired by the cult 1973 Reader’s Digest Fol...2023-11-0144 min
FolkLandsHellfire & Damnation part 1This week in a two part special we are going underground to explore the mystery and allure of the dark. Caves, tunnels, dark corners and eerie goings on. Today we visit the legendary Hellfire Caves of West Wycombe and encounter bats, ballrooms and Baboons.FolkLands is an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted by Tim Downie (Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) and Justin Chubb (co-star and creator of Sky Atlantic’s This is Jinsy). Filled with original music and...2023-10-3155 min
The Top Ten Of Anything Podcast109. GHOST MOVIES (with Actors Tim Downie and Justin Chubb)Oooooooh!It’s nearly Halloween so what better way to celebrate is to countdown our Top 10 Ghost Movies!We are joined by the one and only Tim Downie and the wonderful Justin Chubb to countdown our choices and also to chat about their excellent podcast FOLKLANDS!You can check out Tim and Justin’s podcast here - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/folklands/id1697682456SOCIAL MEDIAwww.twitter.com/toptenpodswww.instagram.com/toptenpodswww.facebook.com/toptenpods2023-10-161h 51
FolkLandsGiants & DragonslayersToday we delve into giants and dragonslayers by travelling deep into Hertfordshire to the sleepy village of Brent Pelham with author Christopher Hadley. We also discover an ancient Bronze Age barrow behind an Asda in Stevenage and the brilliant Simon Pegg reads Lewis Carroll's Jabberwocky! Enjoy.FolkLands is an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted by Tim Downie (Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) and Justin Chubb (co-star and creator of Sky Atlantic’s This is Jinsy). Filled with orig...2023-10-011h 15
Have You Got Your Sh*t Together?Episode 15: A sh*t show pick’n’mixEpisode 15: A sh*t show pick’n’mixA look back of some of our favourite moments with our wonderful guests. If you like what you hear, go back and listen to their eps in full!Featuring (in order of appearance):Rosie CarneyOliver WellingtonHenry Beckwith (aka Ted Temple)Aude Langlois Tim DownieSarah NelsonSam GlenEliot SaltPaul GormanReshma Gopaldas Norah Lopez HoldenAsh MulimbaL...2023-08-301h 21FolkLandsHidden ThingsTim and Justin head to Hereford this week to explore some recently discovered Witch Marks and protection symbols of an ancient church. We also wander the hills and unearth an ancient healing well deep in the Malvern's.FolkLands is an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted by Tim Downie (Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) and Justin Chubb (co-star and creator of Sky Atlantic’s This is Jinsy). Filled with original music and inspired by the cult 1973 Reader’s Digest Fol...2023-08-291h 05FolkLandsTimes past and presentFolkLands is an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.In this opening bonus episode we introduce our selves and what we will be exploring in the coming series. Bricked up rooms, witches, glimpses of the future, the enduring terror and pleasure of the Ladybird Horror Series and the spirit of dark and lonely water are all touched on with ghoulish glee. Hosted by Tim Downie (Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) and Justin Chubb (co-star and creator of Sky Atlantic’s This is...2023-08-0821 min
The Tragically Hip Top Forty CountdownGetting Hip to the Hip - An Evening for the Downie Wenjack FundHey, it's JD here. Hey, it's Tim. And Pete.Fellows, I'm really excited that you're flying to Toronto on Friday, September 1st for our big party Getting Hip to the Hip - An Evening for the Downie Wenjack Fund. We just need to sell some tickets. How are we going to do that? Go to our website GettingHipToTheHip.com and you'll find a link to get tickets to our event at the Rec Room in Toronto. Early bird tickets are $35. If you go to GettingHipToTheHip.com and click on the...2023-06-0901 min
Getting Hip to The HipGetting Hip to the Hip - An Evening for the Downie Wenjack FundHey, it's JD here. Hey, it's Tim. And Pete.Fellows, I'm really excited that you're flying to Toronto on Friday, September 1st for our big party Getting Hip to the Hip - An Evening for the Downie Wenjack Fund. We just need to sell some tickets. How are we going to do that? Go to our website GettingHipToTheHip.com and you'll find a link to get tickets to our event at the Rec Room in Toronto. Early bird tickets are $35. If you go to GettingHipToTheHip.com and click on the...2023-06-0901 min
Have You Got Your Sh*t Together?Episode 1: Tim DownieEpisode 1: Tim DownieTim is an English actor, comedian and writer. He is known for his roles in TV shows such as ‘Toast of London’, ‘Outlander’, ‘Upstart Crow’ and season 2 of ‘Good Omens’ etc. His film work includes, ‘Paddington’, ‘The King’s Speech’, 'Hapless' and Amazon’s ’How to Date Billy Walsh’. Have You Got Your Sh*t Together? with Caitlin O’Ryan, is a podcast that celebrates not having your sh*t together! In each episode, Caitlin interviews guests who seemingly “have their sh*t together” - be that in life/love/work/hobbies. Throughout the conversati...2023-05-311h 14
e-Assessment Association Podcast3 Key Trends for the Future of AssessmentJoin the e-Assessment Association https://www.e-assessment.com/
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In this episode of the e-Assessment Association Podcast, Claudia Bickford-Smith hosts a panel of three of the eAA's roster of independent consultants, during which they discuss three key topics for the future of e-assessment: AI, including ChatGPT; Exams Vs Coursework; and how markets can be optimised internationally.
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Claudia Bickford-Smith brings over 30 years’ experience of developing learning and assessment solutions, working for publishers and an awarding body, across a wide range of lo...2023-04-0341 min
Interpreter's Workshop with Tim CurryIW 36: Interview Dr J Downie Part 4: Don't Use Interpreting?!Send me a Text Message here.Don't talk about interpreting?! And who is Bob?!Dr Jonathan Downie and I finish our conversation. He leaves us with some ideas to think about as we continue our journey in interpreting.How do we view interpreting, what is it?Train interpreters for real life.Learn the skill of reading the room.Thanks to Jonathan for his time and discussion. It is good to learn from spoken language interpreter colleagues.Click the links below to be a...2023-01-3017 minInterpreter's Workshop with Tim CurryIW 35: Interview Dr J Downie Part 3: Flexible Excellence OR Just OK.Send me a Text Message here.What?! I'm not the important one?!!I continue the conversation with Dr Jonathan Downie from Scotland as he gives us more thoughts about the field of spoken and signed language interpreting.We laugh... at our own jokes.We try to be profound when our words won't come out.We give our opinions of what interpreters should think about.We even look at possible interpreting trends for the future.Click the links below to be a part of the...2023-01-2326 min