The Gaelic Revival with Scottish Makar, Pàdraig MacAoidh

In this episode, Nuala speaks to Pàdraig MacAoidh - Scotland's Makar, academic, and broadcaster - to discuss the growing movement behind the revival of the Gaelic language. As part of a three-part series, Pàdraig opens the conversation by discussing his relationship to Gaelic, the creative process of adapting such an old language to his contemporary environment, and the opportunities for Gaelic speakers in the industry today. We also uncovered some of the challenges facing its resurgence, including the disconnect between the highlands, islands and cities, and a concern that isolated regions may be left behind in this process of national revival. Pàdraig remains hopeful and excited by the prospects of the newly passed Scottish Languages Bill and the increasing opportunities available to young Gaelic speakers across many industries in Scotland. 

Pàdraig MacAoidh

X: @PàdraigMacaoidh

Website: https://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/poetry/scotlands-makar/  

Mentioned in this episode:

Len Pennie and her Scots word of the day: @misspunnypennie on instagram

Scottish Language Bill: https://www.parliament.scot/bills-and-laws/bills/s6/scottish-languages-bill 

Hosted and edited by Nuala Tranter (SYP Scotland Podcast Officer)

Instagram: @sypscotland

Website: https://thesyp.org.uk 

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