Reliving the fairytale: Sunderland's 1973 FA Cup victory

Celebrating pioneering women and 200 years of Cardhu whisky

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On this very special bonus episode of Scran we are heading north as Cardhu distillery celebrates 200 years of producing whisky. Licensed in 1824, it was the first distillery to be officially pioneered by a woman. And what better way to mark this special occasion than by celebrating all women pioneers, and three in particular?<br /><br />This episode was recorded at Cardhu Distillery in Speyside and features snippets from a celebratory event where the team welcomed-in the local community to hear from these modern trailblazers. They are; fashion designer Siobhan McKenzie, Owner of Ujama Spice, Jawahir Al-Mauly and founder of Dear Green Coffee, Lisa Lawson. Rosalind chats to each of them about the challenges they've faced and the successes they've achieved in their inspiring businesses. <br /><br />To hear more about the history of Cardhu and the celebrations to mark 200 years of licensed whisky production (including a new bottling) Rosalind also chats to Assistant Experience & Events Manager for Cardhu, Jo Henderson.<br /><br />You'll find out more about 200 years of Cardhu and the anniversary celebrations here:<br />https://www.malts.com/en-gb/articles/cardhu-200-years-of-pioneering-spirit

Unconventional Brits: Episode 10

12m

Coming up this week, we visit a wizard tea room, meet a plumber turned global explorer, a scissor maker, and a cocktail maker with a special invention.

Unconventional Brits: Episode 11 - Halloween Special

12m

Coming up this week in our Halloween special, we’ll visit two haunted pubs, meet a frightful actor, and experience a fun fair scare in a Journey To Hell.<br />

Cocktail of the week: Jalisgow White Russian cheesecake at Glasgow’s Lebowski’s with Scotland’s first coffee tequila brand

1m

We head down to Lebowski’s in Finnieston to try a Jalisgow cheesecake, one of their specialty White Russians which uses a coffee tequila.

Unconventional Brits: Episode 9

12m

Coming up this week, we’ll meet a garden giant, a pinball wizard, an art forger and a little boy with a towering devotion.

The Verdict: Winter fuel cuts and should pints shrink?

12m

Our reporters hit the streets to talk to the public in our major cities across the UK about the news making the headlines this week. In this episode, we discuss winter fuel cuts, the size of pints and whether more should be done to curb anti-social behaviour.

Unconventional Brits: Episode 8

12m

Coming up this week, we’ll be flying down a hill in some spectacular cars, we’ll visit a village cellar filled with science fiction treasure, and meet an inspirational ex convict.

Aldi vs KFC review

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Unconventional Brits: Episode 7

12m

Coming up this week, we’re off to the seaside to see some spectacular kites, we’ll meet a trans man who plays in the north east’s only LGBTQ rugby team, and a boy who’s simply mad about maps.

Crafted by Hand: The Spirit of Independence

12m

We take a look at the unique stories, craftsmanship, and local impact of small independent breweries and distilleries.<br />