Elena Vanden Abeele investigates the functions, symbols and hidden meanings behind the parsol in the 19th century.
Riya Das discusses the making of her fully annotated edition of Mona Caird’s immensely successful novel, The Daughters of Danaus.
David Clelland discusses the case for Scottish regional mayors, and whether this would address the country's need for place-based powers.
Duncan Sim on the founding of the Claymore magazine and its impact on Scottish identity
Caroline Breashears introduces the theatre star and political insider who may have influenced one of the greatest 18th century philosophers
From royal gifts to diabolic manifestations, Nicole Maceira Cumming explores the varied ways dogs appear in the historical record
Stuart Dunmore discusses his motivations for researching new Gaelic speakers, and the incredible places and experiences this led to.
Allan Kennedy gives an introduction to criminality in 17th-century Scotland with four infamous crimes.
David Watts discusses the challenges of reducing food insecurity in Scotland, and the Scottish Government's 'Cash-First' initiative.
A Q&A with author Patrick Coleman on researching the Orange Order across 230 years and multiple continents.