Carmichael Clan Radio

On today’s show, I’m joined by Dr. Laura Harrison, a Senior Cultural Resources Advisor at Historic Environment Scotland — a non-departmental public body in Scotland that cares for and promotes Scotland’s historic environment. While earning her PhD at the University of Edinburgh, Dr. Harrison conducted research on the Declaration of Arbroath and the names it has been known by over the years.  

In her 2017 essay, “That Famous Manifesto: The Declaration of Arbroath, Declaration of Independence, and the Power of Language,” she expanded on her research into the naming practices of the Declaration of Arbroath, and also investigated some of the  possible reasons that the Declaration of Arbroath and the American Declaration of Independence are often associated with one another, although no scholarly evidence exists to support the links between the two.

Thanks so much to Dr. Harrison for being on the show, and talking with me about her research. You can read her 2017 paper, “That Famous Manifesto..” by clicking here.

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If you’ve not reserved your spot to the Clan Carmichael Gathering at the Carmichael Estate in Scotland, don’t miss out on this opportunity to take part in a historic event in Clan Carmichael history.

Click here to find out more, or to reserve your spot to the 2023 Clan Carmichael gathering.

Visit the Clan Carmichael USA website to learn more about how to become a member, or how you can get involved in Clan Carmichael USA.

Click here to become a Clan Carmichael USA member.

Please consider making a tax-deductible charitable contribution to Clan Carmichael USA. You can make a single contribution, or choose to contribute any amount on a monthly basis. It’s never been easier to help support Clan Carmichael USA as we expand and grow to do even more in the future.

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On today’s show, I’m joined by Clan Carmichael member, Adele Harrah. Some of you may already know Adele, as she has been a member of Clan Carmichael USA for over twenty years. During her time at Clan Carmichael USA, she has hosted numerous tents at Highland Games, attended clan gatherings, and when I first met Adele, she was holding things together as the chair of the CCUSA Membership Committee, editor of the Eagle Gate, CCUSA secretary, chair of the Products Committee, and a member of the Clan Carmichael USA Board of Directors.  

As a longtime member of Clan Carmichael USA, I was happy when Adele agreed to sit down with me for a few minutes to share some stories and memories of years past at Clan Carmichael USA — and also her advice on hosting clan tents, and how members can get more involved in Clan Carmichael.

This episode was really fun to record, and I’m looking forward to bringing more of Clan Carmichael’s best stories to you when I sit down to talk to other Clan Carmichael members who have been here over the years.

If you’ve not yet reserved your spot to the Clan Carmichael Gathering at the Carmichael Estate in Scotland, don’t miss out on this opportunity to take part in a historic event in Clan Carmichael history.

Click here to find out more, or to reserve your spot to the 2023 Clan Carmichael gathering.

Visit the Clan Carmichael USA website to learn more about how to become a member, or how you can get involved in Clan Carmichael USA. If you’re not a member, we hope you’ll consider joining and becoming part of one of the best clans today! 

Click here to become a Clan Carmichael USA member.

Please consider making a tax-deductible charitable contribution to Clan Carmichael USA. You can make a single contribution, or choose to contribute any amount on a monthly basis. It’s never been easier to help support Clan Carmichael USA as we expand and grow to do even more in the future.

Click here to make a donation to Clan Carmichael USA.

See you all again soon.

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On today’s show, I am joined by director and co-founder of The Reivers Road, Alastair Cunningham to discuss the relatively unknown history of border reiving that took place in the border region of Scotland from the 13th century through the early years of the 17th century.

We also talk about how landowners during those times had to “ride the marches” to ensure their lands had not been encroached upon, and how those riding traditions eventually led to the modern day common riding traditions that are seen during the summer months throughout the Scottish border region.

According to their website, The Reivers Road was created “to temp tourists [in Scotland] away from the most popular destinations” and into the border region of Scotland. To do this, Alastair drew on his 20 years of experience operating Scottish tours and created an app that can be downloaded to provide users a GPS-activated virtual tour guide along six pre-planned routes through the border region of Scotland.

Click here to learn more about The Reivers Road.

Just a reminder, the 2023 Carmichael Clan gathering is coming up in June. If you have not yet reserved your spot, don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to take part in a historic event in Carmichael Clan history.

Click here to find out more or to reserve your spot to the 2023 Clan Carmichael gathering.

Also, make sure to stop by the Clan Carmichael USA website to learn more about how to become a member, or how you can get involved in Clan Carmichael USA. If you’re still not a member, we hope you’ll consider joining and becoming part of one of the best clans today! 

Click here to become a Clan Carmichael USA member.

Lastly, while you’re there please consider making a tax-deductible charitable contribution to Clan Carmichael USA. You can make a single contribution, or choose to contribute an amount of your choosing each month. It’s never been easier to help support Clan Carmichael USA as we expand and grow to do even more in the future.

Click here to make a donation to Clan Carmichael USA.

See you all again soon.

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On today’s episode of Carmichael Clan Radio, we’re honored and excited to be joined by Andrew Carmichael, the Younger of Carmichael.

With the first gathering in six years just around the corner, we wanted to have Andrew join the show to talk about Clan Carmichael gatherings, both past and present. For his entire life, Andrew has lived in close proximity to the clan gatherings at Carmichael, so we were happy to have him join us to share some of his fondest memories from past gatherings.

The 2023 clan gathering will mark the 40th year that Chief Richard has organized gatherings at Carmichael. In this episode, Andrew also shares a little about what is planned for the highly anticipated clan gathering this June, and shares a just a small part of what we have to look forward to.

Click here to reserve your spot at the 2023 Clan Carmichael Gathering.

If you’ve not visited the Clan Carmichael USA website recently, make sure you stop by again to learn more about how to become a member and how you can get involved in Clan Carmichael USA. If you’re still not a member, we hope you’ll consider joining and becoming part of one of the best clans today!

Click here to become a Clan Carmichael USA member.

Please consider also making a tax-deductible charitable contribution to Clan Carmichael USA. You can make a single contribution, or contribute an amount of your choosing each month. It’s never been easier to help support Clan Carmichael USA as we expand and grow to do even more in the future.

Click here to make a donation to Clan Carmichael USA.

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On today’s episode of Carmichael Clan Radio, we’re delighted to be joined by Professor Gerard Carruthers of the University of Glasgow’s Centre for Robert Burns Studies. Dr. Carruthers is the Francis Hutcheson Chair of Scottish Literature, the Founding Director of the Centre for Robert Burns Studies, and the author of multiple books, articles, and other publications.

With Burns Night just around the corner, we wanted to sit down with Dr. Carruthers to talk about Scotland’s national bard — the poet and lyricist Robert Burns. Who was the man that has forever captured Scotland’s heart, and what is it about Burns that makes him unquestionably the most celebrated among Scottish poets?

In the episode, we also examine some of the history and traditions behind Burns Night suppers and celebrations that are held each January 25th in countries around the world. Dr. Carruthers shares with us some of the highlights of a Burns Supper and gives some advice on taking on your first Burns Supper.

"Some hae meat and canna eat, And some wad eat that want it, But we hae meat and we can eat, Sae let the Lord be Thankit!"

If you haven’t yet, please visit Clan Carmichael USA’s website to learn more about how to get involved in Clan Carmichael USA. If you’re not a member already, we hope you’ll consider joining and becoming a member in what we feel is the best clan out there!

Click here to become a Clan Carmichael USA member today!

Click here to make a tax-deductible charitable contribution to Clan Carmichael USA.

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On this episode of Carmichael Clan Radio, we're joined by Rocky Roeger of USA Kilts. For some of you, Rocky will be a familiar voice, as he is the host of the popular USA Kilts and Celtic Traditions YouTube channel.

Rocky is also the founder and owner of USA Kilts in Spring City, PA – one of the largest and best kilt-makers in the United States.

In this episode we talk to Rocky about how he got started in kilt-making, and some of the considerations a person new to wearing a kilts should make when purchasing a kilt. We cover different types of fabrics, styles, how a kilt should fit and be worn, the different accessories, and a lot more! This one promises to deliver something new to everyone – regardless of how long you’ve been wearing kilts.

Please visit Clan Carmichael USA to learn more about how to get involved in Clan Carmichael USA and to become a member if you haven't already.  

One new way you can help Clan Carmichael is by also using Amazon Smile when you buy anything on Amazon and they will donate a portion of each purchase to the charitable organization of your choice. You can log into your Amazon account at smile.amazon.com and select your Clan Carmichael USA as your non-profit of choice. Or follow the link below to go directly to Clan Carmichael USA's Amazon Smile. It’s a simple way to make contributions while you shop.

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Click here to become a member of Clan Carmichael USA today! 

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On today's show, Clan Carmichael Radio host Scott Carmichael reads an article he recently wrote for the Eagle Gate (Clan Carmichael USA's official newsletter) about the Hyndford Bridge. Built in 1773 and named after the 3rd Earl of Hyndford, the bridge is familiar site to Carmichaels who have visited the Carmichael Estate in Scotland and serves as a monument to the Carmichael family's long history in the South Lanarkshire region of Scotland.

Please visit Clan Carmichael USA to learn more about how to get involved in Clan Carmichael USA and to become a member if you haven't already.  

One new way you can help Clan Carmichael is by also using Amazon Smile when you buy anything on Amazon and they will donate a portion of each purchase to the charitable organization of your choice. You can log into your Amazon account at smile.amazon.com and select your Clan Carmichael USA as your non-profit of choice. Or follow the link below to go directly to Clan Carmichael USA's Amazon Smile. It’s a simple way to make contributions while you shop.

Clan Carmichael USA - Amazon Smile

Click here to become a member of Clan Carmichael USA today! 

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On today’s show, Eagle Gate editor Leah Carmical Hargrove speaks with university professor Dr. Dòmhnall Uilleam Stiúbhart (pronounced "Donald William Stewart") from University of Highlands and Islands on the Isle of Skye, where they discuss Alexander Carmichael, who was born on the island of Lismore and is best known for traveling throughout the Scottish Highlands recording information on the local folklore and traditions of the Scottish Highlands.

Please visit Clan Carmichael USA to learn more about how to get involved in Clan Carmichael USA and to become a member if you haven't already.  

One new way you can help Clan Carmichael is by also using Amazon Smile when you buy anything on Amazon and they will donate a portion of each purchase to the charitable organization of your choice. You can log into your Amazon account at smile.amazon.com and select your Clan Carmichael USA as your non-profit of choice. Or follow the link below to go directly to Clan Carmichael USA's Amazon Smile. It’s a simple way to make contributions while you shop.

Clan Carmichael USA - Amazon Smile

Click here to become a member of Clan Carmichael USA today! 

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On today’s show, I talk with Scottish artist and author Katie Carmichael about her latest project, a book titled My Great-Grandfather, the Alien. The book is a graphic novel tracing her great-grandfather's life from Scotland to New York as an employee of the United Fruit Company. Family legend told the story of Thomas being murdered in New York, but Katie’s research revealed that there might be more to the story.

Order your copy of My Great-Grandfather, the Alien and learn more about Katie's work at www.katiecarmichaeldesign.com

Be sure to renew your membership to Carmichael Clan USA today at www.clancarmichaelusa.com

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On today’s show, the Clan Carmichael USA newsletter editor, Leah Hargrove, talks with West Point professor of history and Hundred Years’ War scholar, Dr. Clifford Rogers about the Battle of Baugé of 1421.

This episode features a fascinating discussion about the history of the garter that appears in almost every family and clan crest, an in-depth talk about the Battle of Baugé, and a few other topics related to the history of warfare.

For Carmichaels across the world, the Battle of Baugé is one of the most significant events in our clan history, and is the battle from which we were presented our family crest that depicts a broken spear, symbolizing the de-horsing of the Duke of Clarence -brother to Henry V- by Sir John Carmichael.

Be on the lookout for new episodes to be released soon, and be sure to subscribe to the show if you haven't already. 

Don't forget to visit the new website at www.clancarmichaelusa.com and to renew your Carmichael Clan USA membership at while you're there! 

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