Physicians' Gallery

By Physicians' Gallery at RCPE

This fortnightly podcast from the Physicians' Gallery at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh presents stories from medicine, past and present... more

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The podcast currently has 190 episodes available.

Physicians' Gallery episodes:

May 08, 2026 Ep.14 - Ripley Alchemical Scroll, Part 4
This week, we’re talking about the alchemical Ripley Scroll. This huge scroll, almost six feet long, supposedly contains the secret to the Philosophers' Stone. In this final part of our series, we wrap up by sharing the secrets to eternal life and unlimited gold!
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To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
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The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
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14min
April 24, 2026 Ep.13 - Ripley Alchemical Scroll, Part 3
This week, we’re talking about the alchemical Ripley Scroll. This huge scroll, almost six feet long, supposedly contains the secret to the Philosophers' Stone - the key to both unlimited gold and eternal life! In this third part of our series, we're well under way in our alchemical preparation.
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Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
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Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhysiciansGallery
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To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
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The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
15min
April 10, 2026 Ep.12 - Ripley Alchemical Scroll, Part 2
This week, we’re into our second episode about the alchemical Ripley Scroll. In this episode we’re talking about conmen, Adam and Eve and Bigfoot.
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Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
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To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
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The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
16min
March 27, 2026 Ep.11 - Ripley Alchemical Scroll, Part 1
This week, we’re talking about the alchemical Ripley Scroll. This huge scroll, almost six feet long, supposedly contains the secret to the Philosophers' Stone - the key to both unlimited gold and eternal life! In this first part of our series, we explore the first steps in alchemy.
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Follow us on:
Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
TikTok - @physiciansgallery
Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhysiciansGallery
Sign up for our newsletter - www.rcpe.ac.uk/newsletter
To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
_______________
The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
14min
March 13, 2026 Ep.10 - Scarificator
This week, we’re talking about scarificators. These alarming devices are filled with tiny blades. Also known as 'mechanical leeches' they were designed to be used for bloodletting.
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Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
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Sign up for our newsletter - www.rcpe.ac.uk/newsletter
To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
_______________
The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
14min
February 27, 2026 Ep.9 - Rose
This week, we’re talking about the rose. One of the less unpleasant-tasting medicines, rose was a common treatment for indigestion and constipation.
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16min
February 13, 2026 Ep.8 - Bleeding bowl
This week, we’re talking about bleeding bowls. We’re covering everything from heroic near-death levels of bloodletting, to a Scots porringer of blood - a handy tool that doubled as a measuring jug, gravy boat and ladle!
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Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
TikTok - @physiciansgallery
Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhysiciansGallery
Sign up for our newsletter - www.rcpe.ac.uk/newsletter
To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
_______________
The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
17min
January 30, 2026 Ep.7 - Air Loom
This week, we’re talking about the Air Loom. This fascinating image is the first example of asylum patient art ever reproduced in print and we uncover the story of its creator - James Tilly Matthews.
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Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
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Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhysiciansGallery
Sign up for our newsletter - www.rcpe.ac.uk/newsletter
To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
_______________
The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
18min
January 30, 2026 Ep.7 - Bleeding Bowl
This week, we’re talking about bleeding bowls. We’re covering everything from heroic near-death levels of bloodletting, to a Scots porringer of blood.
_______________
Follow us on:
Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
TikTok - @physiciansgallery
Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhysiciansGallery
Sign up for our newsletter - www.rcpe.ac.uk/newsletter
To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
_______________
The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
17min
January 16, 2026 Ep.6 - Thistle
This week, we’re talking about the thistle. From a medical marvel to a symbol of Scotland, we explore the rich history of this spiky plant.
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Follow us on:
Bluesky - @physiciansgallery
Instagram - @physiciansgallery
TikTok - @physiciansgallery
Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhysiciansGallery
Sign up for our newsletter - www.rcpe.ac.uk/newsletter
To support heritage at the RCPE, please donate:
www.rcpe.ac.uk/donate
_______________
The Team:
Dr Charlotte Holmes (@_CCHolmes_) - Editor/Producer
Rachel Forrest - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Daisy Cunynghame - Researcher/Presenter
Dr Sarah Hayward - Editor/Producer
...more
14min

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Curious Cases

The Midnight Library

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