This week, Jackie is on the case of a famous painting that disappeared for centuries. The portrait in question was commissioned in 1803 and produced by prominent artist Henry Raeburn. For more than 200 years, however, it was missing and assumed to be lost to time.

Then, in 2025, everything changed. Joining Jackie to tell all is the man who investigated the portrait’s disappearance: William Zachs, a Burns scholar and the director of Blackie House Library and Museum in Edinburgh. What follows is a tale of internal art history centuries in the making.

The Portrait of a Poet exhibition runs at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum until 1 November. Find out more <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/stories/burns-portrait-returns-to-poets-birthplace" target="_blank">here</a>, and plan your visit <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/robert-burns-birthplace-museum" target="_blank">here.</a>

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This week, Jackie is on the case of a famous painting that disappeared for centuries. The portrait in question was commissioned in 1803 and produced by prominent artist Henry Raeburn. For more than 200 years, however, it was missing and assumed to be lost to time. Then, in 2025, everything changed. Joining Jackie to tell all is the man who investigated the portrait’s disappearance: William Zachs, a Burns scholar and the director of Blackie House Library and Museum in Edinburgh. What follows is a tale of internal art history centuries in the making. The Portrait of a Poet exhibition runs at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum until 1 November. Find out more here, and plan your visit here. To enjoy more episodes of Love Scotland, please follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

This week, Jackie is on the case of a famous painting that disappeared for centuries. The portrait in question was commissioned in 1803 and produced by prominent artist Henry Raeburn. For more than 200 years, however, it was missing and assumed to be lost to time.

Then, in 2025, everything changed. Joining Jackie to tell all is the man who investigated the portrait’s disappearance: William Zachs, a Burns scholar and the director of Blackie House Library and Museum in Edinburgh. What follows is a tale of internal art history centuries in the making.

The Portrait of a Poet exhibition runs at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum until 1 November. Find out more <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/stories/burns-portrait-returns-to-poets-birthplace" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>, and plan your visit <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/robert-burns-birthplace-museum" rel="noopener noreferrer">here.</a>

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The mystery of the lost portrait

This week, Jackie is looking up: to the Munros and mountains that have shaped Scotland’s past and present. With her expert guest, author Ed Douglas, Jackie explores how the high peaks’ geology, culture, land ownership and conservation have all influenced the nation’s people, animals and landscapes. 

Their conversation covers everything from the very formation of the mountain ranges themselves to the cutting-edge of modern conservation techniques being used across Trust places and beyond to protect Scottish wildlife.  

To find out more about the outdoor places in the Trust’s care, including Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve and Mar Lodge Estate,<a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/search?place-category=Outdoors#results" target="_blank"> click here.</a> 

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This week, Jackie is looking up: to the Munros and mountains that have shaped Scotland’s past and present. With her expert guest, author Ed Douglas, Jackie explores how the high peaks’ geology, culture, land ownership and conservation have all influenced the nation’s people, animals and landscapes. Their conversation covers everything from the very formation of the mountain ranges themselves to the cutting-edge of modern conservation techniques being used across Trust places and beyond to protect Scottish wildlife. To find out more about the outdoor places in the Trust’s care, including Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve and Mar Lodge Estate, click here. To enjoy more episodes of Love Scotland, please follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

This week, Jackie is looking up: to the Munros and mountains that have shaped Scotland’s past and present. With her expert guest, author Ed Douglas, Jackie explores how the high peaks’ geology, culture, land ownership and conservation have all influenced the nation’s people, animals and landscapes.&nbsp;

Their conversation covers everything from the very formation of the mountain ranges themselves to the cutting-edge of modern conservation techniques being used across Trust places and beyond to protect Scottish wildlife.&nbsp;&nbsp;

To find out more about the outdoor places in the Trust’s care, including Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve and Mar Lodge Estate,<a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/search?place-category=Outdoors#results" rel="noopener noreferrer"> click here.</a>&nbsp;

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The strange stories of Scotland’s high places

The life of Mary, Queen of Scots has long fascinated historians and history-lovers alike. This week, Jackie sits down with studio guest Rosemary Goring to discuss the 19-year period of Mary’s life spent in captivity.

Together, they discuss the circumstances surrounding Mary’s imprisonment, the political reasons behind her enduring captivity, and the tragedy of this nearly two-decade-long period.

Rosemary Goring is the author of several books, including Exile: The Captive Years of Mary, Queen of Scots.

To enjoy more episodes of Love Scotland, please follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Scroll down this feed for previous instalments covering the life of Mary and her son, James VI.

The life of Mary, Queen of Scots has long fascinated historians and history-lovers alike. This week, Jackie sits down with studio guest Rosemary Goring to discuss the 19-year period of Mary’s life spent in captivity. Together, they discuss the circumstances surrounding Mary’s imprisonment, the political reasons behind her enduring captivity, and the tragedy of this nearly two-decade-long period. Rosemary Goring is the author of several books, including Exile: The Captive Years of Mary, Queen of Scots. To enjoy more episodes of Love Scotland, please follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Scroll down this feed for previous instalments covering the life of Mary and her son, James VI.

Mary, Queen of Scots: the captive years

Join Jackie as she discovers the personal stories of Newhailes House, the stately home that belonged to the Dalrymple family for almost three centuries. Diane Martin, visitor services supervisor, guides Jackie through the mansion to highlight the stories of three women in particular who helped to shape its history.

Together, you’ll discover the tale of Janet, the first lady of Newhailes, who managed the estate in the 18th century; her great-granddaughter whose community spirit was a marvel of its time; and Lady Antonia, the last female resident of the Musselsburgh home.

To find out more about Newhailes itself, <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/newhailes" target="_blank">click here.</a>

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Join Jackie as she discovers the personal stories of Newhailes House, the stately home that belonged to the Dalrymple family for almost three centuries. Diane Martin, visitor services supervisor, guides Jackie through the mansion to highlight the stories of three women in particular who helped to shape its history. Together, you’ll discover the tale of Janet, the first lady of Newhailes, who managed the estate in the 18th century; her great-granddaughter whose community spirit was a marvel of its time; and Lady Antonia, the last female resident of the Musselsburgh home. To find out more about Newhailes itself, click here. To enjoy more episodes of Love Scotland, please follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Join Jackie as she discovers the personal stories of Newhailes House, the stately home that belonged to the Dalrymple family for almost three centuries. Diane Martin, visitor services supervisor, guides Jackie through the mansion to highlight the stories of three women in particular who helped to shape its history.

Together, you’ll discover the tale of Janet, the first lady of Newhailes, who managed the estate in the 18th century; her great-granddaughter whose community spirit was a marvel of its time; and Lady Antonia, the last female resident of the Musselsburgh home.

To find out more about Newhailes itself, <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/newhailes" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here.</a>

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Three women who shaped Newhailes

This summer, we’ve been celebrating the best of Scottish books and authors. In the final instalment, we’re turning our attention to the nation’s rich world of non-fiction. This episode, first released in 2024, looks at the fascinating legacy of Scotland’s most recognised queen.

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Arguably the most famous monarch in Scottish history, Mary, Queen of Scots remains a figure of global intrigue more than 400 years after her death. One question, then: why?

In a previous episode of Love Scotland, Jackie explored the life and times of Mary. Today, she’s on a mission to find out why Mary’s story and legacy have been pored over in such detail for centuries.

Joining Jackie in the studio is Professor Steven Reid of the University of Glasgow, who is also the author of The Afterlife of Mary, Queen of Scots. Together, they unpick the posthumous interest in Mary, the many different perceptions of her legacy, and how Mary’s death has been used throughout history to further different groups’ objectives.

For more information on Falkland Palace, <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/falkland-palace" target="_blank">click here.</a>

This summer, we’ve been celebrating the best of Scottish books and authors. In the final instalment, we’re turning our attention to the nation’s rich world of non-fiction. This episode, first released in 2024, looks at the fascinating legacy of Scotland’s most recognised queen. -- Arguably the most famous monarch in Scottish history, Mary, Queen of Scots remains a figure of global intrigue more than 400 years after her death. One question, then: why? In a previous episode of Love Scotland, Jackie explored the life and times of Mary. Today, she’s on a mission to find out why Mary’s story and legacy have been pored over in such detail for centuries. Joining Jackie in the studio is Professor Steven Reid of the University of Glasgow, who is also the author of The Afterlife of Mary, Queen of Scots. Together, they unpick the posthumous interest in Mary, the many different perceptions of her legacy, and how Mary’s death has been used throughout history to further different groups’ objectives. For more information on Falkland Palace, click here.

This summer, we’ve been celebrating the best of Scottish books and authors. In the final instalment, we’re turning our attention to the nation’s rich world of non-fiction. This episode, first released in 2024, looks at the fascinating legacy of Scotland’s most recognised queen.

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Arguably the most famous monarch in Scottish history, Mary, Queen of Scots remains a figure of global intrigue more than 400 years after her death. One question, then: why?

In a previous episode of Love Scotland, Jackie explored the life and times of Mary. Today, she’s on a mission to find out why Mary’s story and legacy have been pored over in such detail for centuries.

Joining Jackie in the studio is Professor Steven Reid of the University of Glasgow, who is also the author of The Afterlife of Mary, Queen of Scots. Together, they unpick the posthumous interest in Mary, the many different perceptions of her legacy, and how Mary’s death has been used throughout history to further different groups’ objectives.

For more information on Falkland Palace, <a href="https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/falkland-palace" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here.</a>&nbsp;

LISTEN AGAIN: The Afterlife of Mary, Queen of Scots

Jackie Bird meets the National Trust for Scotland's head of archaeology, Derek Alexander, as he talks about some of his most fascinating finds and why he loves being in the field.

Jackie Bird meets the National Trust for Scotland's head of archaeology, Derek Alexander, as he talks about some of his most fascinating finds and why he loves being in the field.

Jackie Bird meets the National Trust for Scotland's head of archaeology, Derek Alexander, as he talks about some of his most fascinating finds and why he loves being in the field.&nbsp;

Meet Derek Alexander - Scotland's Indiana Jones

Love Scotland is a fortnightly podcast series from the <a href="National%20Trust%20for%20Scotland" target="_blank">National Trust for Scotland</a>.

Hosted by TV star, expert broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland president Jackie Bird, Love Scotland features big names, experts and enthusiasts from all walks of life. Each episode delves deep into the detail of Scotland’s history, its wildlife and its landscapes.

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Love Scotland is a fortnightly podcast series from the National Trust for Scotland. Hosted by TV star, expert broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland president Jackie Bird, Love Scotland features big names, experts and enthusiasts from all walks of life. Each episode delves deep into the detail of Scotland’s history, its wildlife and its landscapes.

Love Scotland is a fortnightly podcast series from the <a href="National%20Trust%20for%20Scotland" rel="noopener noreferrer">National Trust for Scotland</a>.

Hosted by TV star, expert broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland president Jackie Bird, Love Scotland features big names, experts and enthusiasts from all walks of life. Each episode delves deep into the detail of Scotland’s history, its wildlife and its landscapes.

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