In this episode of the Clan Mackenzie Podcast, we’re joined by Gavin Wilkie from The Highlanders’ Museum at Fort George for a wide-ranging and fascinating deep dive into the history of the legendary Seaforth Highlanders.We explore the regiment’s origins, its deep connections to Clan Mackenzie, and how the Seaforth Highlanders evolved from their early formation through major conflicts—including the First and Second World Wars. Gavin shares stories of service, sacrifice, and identity, while also highlighting some of the most remarkable artifacts, exhibits, and experiences visitors can see today at the museum.Whether you’re a student of Scottish military history, a Mackenzie descendant, or planning a visit to Inverness, this episode offers an insider’s look at one of Scotland’s most important regimental legacies and the museum dedicated to preserving it.Listen now and journey through the past with us.Check out The Highlanders Museum at thehighlandersmuseum.com

This week’s episode features a great conversation with James Ansite, the creative force behind Sport Kilt. We talk kilts, tartans, heritage, and how one garage-built idea grew into a beloved Scottish-American brand.Listeners can also save 10% at SportKilt.com using promo code ClanMac.

In this episode, we sit down with Ross McEwen to explore the evolving role of clan societies in the 21st century. From their traditional roots in preserving Scottish heritage to the challenges of leadership, transparency, and community engagement today, Ross offers thoughtful insight into how societies can adapt while remaining true to their founding purpose. Together, we discuss modern approaches to clan identity, the importance of international cooperation, and how individuals can step up to ensure that the Mackenzie legacy thrives for future generations.Follow Ross on Instagram @rossmcewenFor more information on Clan McEwen see clanmacewen.com

Join us for a special episode of the Clan Mackenzie Podcast featuring Jack Jeter, friend of the Initiative and a tireless advocate for preserving and promoting Mackenzie heritage. Jack not only built, donated, and runs the official website of the Clan Mackenzie Society in the United States, but also serves as Regional Vice President for the Northeast and administrator of the Society’s official members-only Facebook group.In this episode, we dive into the work behind the scenes, what it takes to build community, maintain digital infrastructure, and keep the spirit of the clan alive in the modern world. Jack brings passion, precision, and a deep love for Mackenzie history to everything he does, and we’re honored to have him on the mic.For membership details and learn more about the Clan Mackenzie Society in the US, check out clanmackenzie.com

Was Lady Hood, Mary Mackenzie, truly a Clan Chief—or a figure overlooked by history? Join us as we unravel the life and legacy of “The Seaforth Heiress” with acclaimed author Elizabeth Hutchison Bernard. In this special return episode, we dive deep into Bernard’s meticulous research and her celebrated book, The Seaforth Heiress, exploring questions of leadership, inheritance, and the fascinating stories of the Mackenzie family.Elizabeth’s work has captivated readers and listeners alike, earning recognition from the Clan Mackenzie Initiative, clanmackenzie.org, and now by the Earl of Cromartie himself on castleleod.org.uk. Don’t miss this compelling conversation at the crossroads of Scottish history, women’s roles in clan society, and literary investigation.Learn more about Elizabeth at https://ehbernard.comFollow Elizabeth on Instagram @ehbernardauthor

In this second episode of Tartan Truths, we discuss the history of tartan colors and the dyes. Peter also talks about the latest unrecorded tartan pattern that he recently examined and the"Foundling Hospital" tartan.Find Peter Macdonald Tartan Historian on FacebookFollow us on Instagram @tartantruthsFor information on our discussion on tartan colors and dyesFor information on the Foundling Hospital tartan

New Podcast Alert: In the premiere episode of the new podcast “Tartan Truths”, renowned tartan historian and expert Peter MacDonald, sets the record straight on some of the most persistent legends surrounding Scotland's iconic textile.Join us as we begin the journey to separate historical fact from well-worn fiction. Be sure to subscribe to the new podcast “Tartan Truths”.

JM MacAulay is a RTS Award-Winning Director with 9 years of experience in both drama and factual covering a wide range of stories within the UK and internationally. JM is Young Films Foundation and Directors UK Inspire Alumnus. He founded production company "The 90 Films" in 2021. His latest work, SEAFORTH, is a crowd funded project highlighting the life of Lady Seaforth and the Brahan Seer and will be filmed in Scotland in the Gaelic language. You can support the project here: https:// www.kickstarter.com/projects/seaforth/seaforth-the-brahan-seer-folk-horror-short-film/description

With the release of his new book, Scotland's Nostradamus: A Quest for the Brahan Seer, Andrew McKenzie joins the podcast to talk about his inspiration for the book, realities of folklore and who really was the Seer.After studying History at Cambridge University, during which time he first addressed the Brahan Seer in his degree dissertation about the last Lord Seaforth, Andrew McKenzie has maintained a lifelong interest in his Highland family history, including in 2013 writing May we be Britons? A History of the Mackenzies. After Cambridge, McKenzie worked at Bonhams, the London auction house, where he became Head of Old Master Paintings, continuing to indulge his passion for sixteenth-, seventeenth- and eighteenth-century European history and culture and remains there as a senior consultant. He also is a contributor toclanmackenzie.org and co-founder of the Clan Mackenzie Initiative.The book can be found by visiting https://www.unicornpublishing.org/page/detail/scotlands-nostradamus/?k=9781916846449 or clanmackenzie.org

You submitted questions, and we answer a few of them here. Also, the announcement of a new book and a consideration of some comments from the “Scottish Clans Podcast” episode #160 on the origins of the Mackenzie Clan. If you have questions for a future episode or about this one, send them to [email protected] . Be sure to check out clanmackenzie.org for the most up to date history and happenings of the Clan Mackenzie.