Best Sunset Explorers Podcasts (2025)

1
From the Shadow of Denali Into the Thaw with Jon Waterman 37:38

20h ago37:38

37:38

Today we are taking a journey to the arctic circle, in the far north of the American continent. This is a story about climbing, and surviving, one of the tallest mountains on Earth. It’s about paddling through the most remote national park in America, the Gates of the Arctic; and it’s about finding wonder and hope in places where that hope is nearl…

1
Borderlands 4 Has More Guns, But Less Goofs - Beyond 894 1:13:10

1d ago1:13:10

1:13:10

On this weeks very special epsidoe of Beyond! Max, Nick, and Jada react to the Borderlands 4 State of Play where they share their thoughts on the games new direction, its gameplay improvements, Randy Pitchfords shirt choice, and if they think the game was moved forward to accomidate that one Florida simulator everybody is paitently waiting for. Aft…

1
Expedition Cruises through the Amazon Rainforest 23:39

2d ago23:39

23:39

Exploring the Amazon by Luxury Expedition Ship with Seabourn Venture In this week’s edition of Travel in 10, David Brodie welcomes co-host Tim Johnson back from an unforgettable journey deep into the heart of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest. This episode is your front-row seat to one of the world’s most remote and biodiverse destinations—experienced in …

1
Sixty Years of the Scottish Wildlife Trust 29:54

2d ago29:54

29:54

Rachel Stewart speaks to Dr Kenny Taylor at the Montrose Basin about 60 years of the SWTBy BBC Radio Scotland

1
Disability Insurance: The Underrated Financial Safety Net 31:09

3d ago31:09

31:09

If your client’s next paycheck was their last for the next four years — what would they do? In this episode, we dig into why Disability Insurance (DI) is a critical (yet often overlooked) part of a sound financial plan. Kenny Russell and Michael Prothe discuss how to position DI as income protection, break down common client misconceptions, and off…

1
Birch Sap, Sailing and Boggy Marathons 1:22:51

6d ago1:22:51

1:22:51

Tennants of Elgin is a family quarrying business that has been operating out of the North East of Scotland for fifty years. They have had numerous impressive contracts across Europe, but have recently begun some work that’s a little closer to home – providing the granite for Aberdeen’s Union Street works. Mark went along to meet with Director Gavin…

1
Between Oblivion Remastered & Clair Obscur, RPG Fans Have It Made - Beyond 893 1:01:06

9d ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Whether you’d like a turn-based foray into a whole new fantasy realm, or a meticulously overhauled return trip to a familiar open-world, there’s plenty to keep you busy this week between Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. We’ve got plenty to say about these role-playing games, which are both doing very differ…

1
The Poetry Path at Corbenic Camphill Community in Perthshire 18:12

9d ago18:12

18:12

Mark Stephen visits the poetry path at Corbenic with its founder Jon PlunkettBy BBC Radio Scotland

1
Antigua & Barbuda for Food Lovers: Top Culinary Experiences in Paradise 20:04

13d ago20:04

20:04

In Part 2 of our special on-location episode from the Caribbean paradise of Antigua and Barbuda, David and Tim dive into the island’s vibrant culinary and cultural scene. From beachside fine dining to downtown street food and a deep dive into local rum history, this episode is a flavor-packed guide to the best bites, sips, and experiences across th…

1
Wildfires, Mounth Roads and East Lothian Hedgehogs 1:22:53

13d ago1:22:53

1:22:53

The Elsick Mounth is an ancient trackway, linking the River Dee to the Mearns, and is one of the routes featured in the new Scotsways guide on hill tracks. Mark and Rachel both met up with Colin Young, a Scotsways volunteer, who guided them along part of the route to point out some of the important historical and archaeological sites that can be se…

1
When Did You Realize PlayStation Was a Major Player? - Beyond 892 1:07:39

16d ago1:07:39

1:07:39

This week, we’re joined by our pal Mike Drucker, stand-up comedian and writer, formerly of IGN, more recently of The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon and Full Frontal With Samatha Bee, and most recently the author of the book “Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games.” Drucker’s book is a semi-autobiographical trip down memory lane, recounti…

1
Lorraine McCall - the Trailblazing Adventurer on the Scottish Hills 22:36

16d ago22:36

22:36

Lorraine McCall from the Highlands has overcome cancer three times in recent years. She has previously climbed all of Scotland's 221 Corbetts and 282 Munros.By BBC Radio Scotland

1
DISCOVER: River Drifting, Reef Diving & Rainforest Wandering in Tropical North Queensland 43:21

18d ago43:21

43:21

In this episode, we’re heading deep into the wilds of Tropical North Queensland, Australia—where the oldest rainforest in the world meets the greatest reef on the planet. We’ll be connecting with an Aboriginal guide to learn indigenous perspectives on the land; doing something called ‘River Drifting’ through the ancient forests of Daintree; seeing …

1
Inchindown Echo, Edinburgh's Herbarium and the 120 Mile Postie's Path 1:24:03

20d ago1:24:03

1:24:03

The Scottish Crannog Centre on the banks of Loch Tay is a bustling model Iron Age village, filled with various craftspeople to demonstrate ancient crafts and technologies. Mark went along to find out how the site has grown over the past few years, and how the construction of the crannog over the water is coming along. Jenny Graham follows the Posti…

1
Antigua & Barbuda: Soca, Steel Drums, and Sunsets 42:21

22d ago42:21

42:21

In this special two-part episode of Travel in 10, your hosts David Brodie and Tim Johnson record for the first time on location—from the stunning Tamarind Hills Resort in Antigua and Barbuda. Famous for its 365 beaches (one for every day of the year), this Caribbean paradise offers so much more beyond its shoreline. In Part 1, David and Tim explore…

1
🎧 PATHWAYS: Rainforest Drifts, Kangaroo Islands & Denali’s Frozen Edge 28:30

22d ago28:30

28:30

This is your monthly guide to the world’s wildest travel stories – one adventure at a time. Every month on Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what’s coming up on Armchair Explorer. It’s part travel hangout, part behind-the-scenes, part “wai…

1
Why Blue Prince is 2025’s Highest Rated Game So Far - Beyond 891 1:42:30

23d ago1:42:30

1:42:30

We’ve got a jam-packed episode this week! First order of business, Blue Prince just dropped and it’s currently the best-reviewed game of the year so far, so what’s the big deal? We invited IGN’s executive reviews editor and Blue Prince reviewer Tom Marks to discuss the many brilliant things this roguelite first-person puzzle game does right, and th…

1
The Dawn Chorus with Ian Broadbent 22:55

23d ago22:55

22:55

Helen Needham meets with bird recorder Ian Broadbent to capture the April dawn chorusBy BBC Radio Scotland

1
Tattie Tastic Light Fantastic 1:23:53

27d ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Potato Enthusiast Bob Donald talks to Rachel about a community growing project in Aberdeen which has led to libraries in the north east handing out seeds and seed tatties. Mark speaks with volunteers from a walking group in Govan, who share their personal experiences with homelessness and social hardship. They’re now involved in an innovative proje…

1
BUCKET LIST: Eye-to-Eye with Giants: Whale Watching in Victoria, B.C. 14:39

29d ago14:39

14:39

"I've been guiding or working around whales now for almost over just about over a decade, and I still am in awe at all of the experiences that we have. It's just a wonder of a magnitude that people don't really get to experience anywhere else in urban life" – Nik Coutinho, Prince of Whales In this Bucket List episode, produced in our immersive docu…

1
Exploring Southern India: A Journey Through Karnataka 30:22

29d ago30:22

30:22

This special joint episode of the Travel in 10 Podcast and Winging It Travel Podcast takes you deep into the heart of Southern India, exploring the diverse province of Karnataka. Join hosts David Brodie and James Hammond as they recap their recent 8-day hosted media trip, diving into rich cultural heritage, incredible wildlife, world-class coffee, …

1
Atomfall and 6 Games we Want to Play before 2026 - Beyond 890 1:21:43

1M ago1:21:43

1:21:43

This week on Beyond Jada Griffin is hosting yet again! Joined by Travis Northrup, Cameron Kingdom Hearts Hawken, Kevin Diaz and Brian Altano makes an appearance for an Atomfall Interview with Ben Fisher - Head of Design at Rebellion - and Rebellion CEO and modern day knight, Jason Kingsley. We talk about Sony’s appearance at Cinemacon with unveilin…

1
Walking and Motherhood with Writer Kerri Andrews 26:03

1M ago26:03

26:03

Kerri Andrews is the author of Pathfinding - On Walking, Motherhood and Freedom. She describes her own traumatic experience with pregnancy, birth and motherhood and draws on examples of other female writers and their experiences over the centuries. She also discusses the history of women and walking and her desire for a more communal child rearing …

1
ADVENTURE: Becoming Forrest Gump: The Man Who Ran Across America Five Times (IRL) 37:48

1M ago37:48

37:48

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Rob Pope, the first person in the world to complete the legendary run made famous by one of Hollywood’s most beloved characters – Forrest Gump. Yes, you heard that right. Rob took on the challenge of following Forrest’s route mile by mile, crossing the country not once, but FIVE times. That’s like running from th…

1
A North East Lido, Badger Behaviour and a Coral Beach 1:21:49

1M ago1:21:49

1:21:49

Lambhill, in the North of Glasgow, is home to a thriving community hub, built out of an old stable block on the edge of the Forth and Clyde canal. Mark went along to visit their community garden, and find out more about what goes on there. Rachel is on the banks of Loch Lomond to find out about the issues of litter along the busy stretch of the A82…

1
Balancing Control and Tax Efficiency with Survivorship Standby Trusts 22:05

1M ago22:05

22:05

In this episode, we explore the Survivorship Standby Trust (SST), an innovative estate planning strategy that balances tax savings and control. Tom McKay, Director, Advanced Sales at Crump, who has personally implemented this strategy, walks us through how it works, who it benefits, and why it's an essential consideration for flexible estate planni…

1
Bengaluru: India’s High-Tech Hub with Heritage, Flavours, and Surprises 19:04

1M ago19:04

19:04

In this episode, Tim and David explore Bengaluru, the bustling capital of Karnataka, often dubbed the “Silicon Valley of India.” From lush parks and historic palaces to buzzing food streets and co-working cafés, Bengaluru is a multi-layered city that blends modern innovation with deep cultural roots. David returns from a recent media trip and share…

1
Bloodborne Turns 10 And It’s Time For a Remaster - Beyond 889 1:33:18

1M ago1:33:18

1:33:18

This week on Beyond Jada Griffin is back in the host chair along with Akeem and Brian for one of our longest episodes in a while. They talk about the numerous anniversaries happening over at Sony this month including Bloodborne's 10th which Brian gets nostalgic for, PSP’s 20th anniversary, and God of War’s 20th anniversary all with 67 inches of Jor…

1
A Fresh Focus on Adaptive Skiing in Scotland 21:25

1M ago21:25

21:25

A shortage of volunteers means some clubs have struggled to restart following the Covid pandemic in 2020. Campaigners say more needs to be done to raise awareness of the issue.By BBC Radio Scotland

1
Biofluorescence Walks, Reindeer in Aviemore, and Glasgow Central Mosque 1:24:22

1M ago1:24:22

1:24:22

The Cairngorm Funicular Railway is back up and running after some extensive structural works. Mark took a trip up to the snow-covered peak with the Interim Chief Executive Officer of Cairngorm Mountain Scotland Limited, Tim Hurst, to find out what impact the funicular has for the mountain resort. Farmers and land managers are working together in Mo…

1
Assassin's Creed Shadows is Unexpectedly One of Our Favorite Games of 2025 - Beyond 888 1:21:16

1M ago1:21:16

1:21:16

It’s been in the works for years, and delayed by several months, but Assassin’s Creed Shadows is finally here, and it’s worth the wait. Y’know, assuming you like big huge open-world games, don’t mind when Assassin’s Creed games veer into RPG territory, and are interested in the feudal Japanese setting. We’re all having a blast, and while it doesn’t…

1
Celebrating the Imperfections in Wood with Artist and Maker Duke Christie 19:49

1M ago19:49

19:49

Mark Stephen visits Duke Christie at his studio in MorayBy BBC Radio Scotland

1
BEST OF EXPLORER: Where’s Wallis? No Guidebook, No Google, No Clue with Best-selling Travel Author Brian Thacker 38:57

1M ago38:57

38:57

Follow best-selling travel author Brian Thacker on a unique, mad-cap adventure to three of the remotest countries on Earth. Inspired by the intrepid spirit of explorers of old, Brian decided to tear up the guidebook, switch off the phone and turn up to a country knowing absolutely nothing about it in advance. He picked three countries at random: th…

1
The March of the Frogs, Heavy Lifting Stones and Boat Building 1:22:42

2M ago1:22:42

1:22:42

Many landowners across Scotland are engaging with large scale restoration projects. One such project, spanning 80 thousand acres, is Wildland, in the Scottish Highlands. They have a 200 year vision to help the land heal, grow and thrive, and Rachel is there to find out more about the project, and perhaps even spot some of birds of prey who are thri…

1
What Will The PS5 Generation Be Remembered For? - Beyond 887 1:21:32

2M ago1:21:32

1:21:32

Last week, we got some major news about The Last of Us. Unfortunately, that news amounted to Neil Druckmann saying “don’t bet on” a third game, and then the announcement of a limited edition The Last of Us Part 2 Dualsense controller. Though there’s a new season of the HBO series on the horizon, that’s got to be a bit of a drag for TLOU fans – but …

1
Wild Swimming with Greg and Jules 28:40

2M ago28:40

28:40

The actors have become regular wild swimmers in recent years. In their latest BBC Scotland TV series, they visit some of Scotland's islands and try out a whole host of different dipping spots in remote and rugged locations.By BBC Radio Scotland

1
PATHWAYS: Flight of the Nez Perce, the Prince of Whales and Run Forrest Run 31:01

2M ago31:01

31:01

At the start of every month, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton preview what’s coming up on Armchair Explorer, play their favorite clips, and reveal the stories they’re most excited to share. A cross between a highlight reel, an interview, and two people telling travel tales down the pub, our Pathways episodes are your guide to choosing you…

1
Bracklinn Falls, Needle Felting and The Cabrach Distillery 1:24:06

2M ago1:24:06

1:24:06

Golf courses are often criticised for their lack of biodiversity, but at The Plock, near Kyle of Lochalsh, a community project is reclaiming the local golf course and giving it back to the wild. Mark met up with the local ranger, Heather Beaton, to find out more about this rewilding initiative. A new award-winning footbridge has been built at Brack…

1
Delhi & Agra: Iconic Landmarks, Great Food, and Street Art 20:58

2M ago20:58

20:58

This week, we’re in Delhi, a city where ancient Mughal architecture, bustling street markets, and modern energy collide. Tim and David explore Delhi’s rich history, vibrant street food, and hidden gems, as well as a must-do day trip to Agra to see the legendary Taj Mahal. Topics Covered: A Day Trip to Agra & The Taj Mahal 🕌✨ How to Get There: A fou…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Sunset Explorers Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide