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The Scottish Mushroom Podcast

The Scottish Mushroom Podcast

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 Join us as we take a journey through the forests, meadows, and mountains of Scotland, discovering the diverse array of mushrooms that call this country home. From the beloved chanterelles and porcini to the lesser-known inkcaps and stinkhorns, we'll explore the different species and their unique characteristics. But our podcast is not just about mushrooms - we'll also dive into the cultural and historical significance of fungi in Scotland. From ancient folklore and traditions to modern-day culinary and medicinal uses, mushrooms have played a vital role in Scottish culture for centuries.Scottish Mushroom Podcast
Episodes
  • A Brush with Fungi- Artist David Mitchell

    A Brush with Fungi- Artist David Mitchell
    Dec 18 2025

    Angus-based Artist David Mitchell chats about his gorgeousbook- A Brush With Fungi.

    David has spent countless hours alongside fungi, foraging for them, dissecting them and painting them, and in this episode, we hear about his journey as an artist publishing his first book at 75, his love for mushrooms, and exactly how long a mushroom can survive in the UK postal system!

    David’s book is sumptuous and a beautiful love letter to fungi- the perfect Xmas gift for the mushroom lover in your life.

    Links: https://www.summerfieldbooks.com/product/a-brush-with-fungi/

    Facebook: facebook.com/p/David-Mitchell-Art-100067706303625/?locale=en_GB
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    39 mins
  • The Live Episode! from Dundee Fringe

    The Live Episode! from Dundee Fringe
    Oct 6 2025

    It's the 'filmed before a live studio audience' episode!


    Join me and guests Suzanne Scott, Hendrik Mans, and Sam Worrall in a special episode filmed/recorded live at the Dundee Fringe Festival 14th Sept 2025
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Growing in Glasgow and Foraging further afield!

    Growing in Glasgow and Foraging further afield!
    Jun 20 2025

    Growing in Glasgow and foraging further afield!

    Overconfident squirrels! Mushroom cocktails! Sustainable mushroom cultivation practices!

    In this episode, mushroom grower Hendrick from the Glasgow Mushroom Company and Sam from foraging company Coeur Sauvage talk growing and foraging for mushrooms, and the business of both.

    Of course we take a few delightful wee detours on the way to indulge in our favourite mushroom recipes, including cocktails! And there's an excitingannouncement at the start...


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    1 hr and 2 mins
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