Devin Grier of Edinburgh University introduces Susan Morrison to the hazards of the 1849 Gold Rush. Plus preparing for nuclear war. Show more

It can be unsettling, it can be invigorating. Lee Craigie explores how we deal with change Show more

Nicola Meighan discovers new and sometimes surprising insights about some of our best-loved household names as they reveal their strong connection to a particular place. Show more

Pupils delve into their local history and produce their own radio documentary. This week, it's the turn of Dunrossness Primary in Shetland, investigating the Braer Oil Disaster. Show more

Ruth Wishart follows in the footsteps of Jennie Lee, the feisty coal miner’s daughter from Fife, remembered for her instrumental role in the creation of the Open University. Show more

Davie Scott talks to Grahame Skinner and Johnny McElhone about their debut album with Hipsway including the hit singles The Honey Thief, Tinder and The Broken Years.

Kaye Adams gets to the heart of the news and offers listeners the opportunity to have their say.

Hosted by Ricky Ross, with guest performances from Be Charlotte and Kerri Watt and our four finalists - Liv Dawn, Gus Harrower, Mike McKenzie and Scott Wallace. Show more

Roddy Hart welcomes Tom Walker back to the show to talk about his hugely successful year, and plays out his set recorded earlier this year with guests The Red Hot Chilli Pipers. Show more

Opera singer Andrea Baker examines the life of Paul Robeson and explores the unique bond he forged with the Scottish mining communities.

How to make your kitchen and cooking more sustainable, creating a perfectly sexy quiche and inspiration for getting the most from your food on a city break! Show more

Grant Stott enjoys his pick of interviews recorded out of the studio including Loudon Wainwright III and the cast of the award-winning stage show Matilda. Show more

Comedy by Bryce Hart about the swings and roundabouts of parenting with first timers Clare and Paul, starring Jamie Quinn, Carmen Pieraccini, Sanjeev Kohli and Gabriel Quigley. Show more

Comedy by Tom Worsley about retired couple Sue and John who have very different ideas about holiday, starring Robin Laing, Julie Wilson Nimmo, Juliet Cadzow and Martin Quinn. Show more

Jamie MacDougall hosts a fun celebrity musicals quiz with panellists Elaine C Smith and Johnny Mac vs. Tom Urie and Ashley Storrie. Show more

Nicola Meighan plays pop favourites and rarities from round the corner and around the world. In this episode Shirley Manson of Garbage shares the pop music she's passionate about. Show more

Sir Rod Stewart talks about his early singing days with Long John Baldry, the partying days of The Faces, those spandex pants, his recent cancer scare, retirement and his new album Show more

The most popular songs and artists played on Scotland's favourite request show. Featuring music from the 1960s to present day. Show more

Highlights from the alternative and independently minded scene. Including performances from Mogwai, British Sea Power, Sacred Paws, Bryde, Mastersystem, Eliza Shaddad and more. Show more

An eclectic mix of music from the TV antiques presenter from classic rock 'n' roll to the latest alternative releases. Plus hear surprises in Natasha's Job Lot Vinyl Auction. Show more

BBC Radio Scotland joins BBC Radio 5 live.