On this week’s episode Sarah chats to singer, songwriter, ecologist & woodcarver, Will Boyd-Wallis aka Greenshanks.

They talk about what it meant to Will to be a finalist in the 2023 Danny Kyle open stage award at Celtic Connections, the interesting route he took into ecology, his equal passion for the work he does for The National Trust for Scotland & his music, and the much anticipated release of his debut EP Stormbird.

This programme was originally produced for Speysound Radio.

In this episode, Sarah chats to award winning writer, bbc presenter & mountaineer, Cameron McNeish. Cameron’s stories are captivating, full of warmth & wonder. You’ll get to hear about his adventures growing up in Govan, being drawn to the hills, his vivid imagination, time as an athlete and becoming a writer

This programme was originally produced for Speysound radio.

In this episode Sarah joins Painter & Craftsman Angus Grant in his art gallery, Speybank Studio. Angus takes you on a tour of his gallery, shares how he learned to start a business at 11 years old, & how his love of the Scottish Highlands inspires his work.

Ceramicists, jewellery makers, painters & artists by heart you don’t want to miss this.

This programme was originally produced for Speysound Radio.

In this episode, Sarah chats to singer/songwriter Ailsa Villegas about singing, songwriting, and producing her own music, gaining a new appreciation for the stripped-back, low-production sound and how it makes you feel closer to the artist.

Ailsa also shares a song from her new album, giving insight into the emotion and storytelling at the heart of her music.

This programme was originally produced for Speysound radio.

Sarah Wylie begins by giving a glimpse into her own story —from her early dreams of pursuing acting, to the surprising life lessons she picked up working as a barista. She also shares how reading The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron gave her the inspiration and courage to start this very podcast.

In this episode, she sits down with Agat Girad to talk about life as a contemporary dancer, including what it was like to train in her 30s and the incredible opportunities that came her way. Agat’s story is filled with a ‘can-do’ attitude, unwavering strength, passion, and resilience—qualities that will leave you feeling motivated and inspired.

This programme was originally produced for Speysound radio.