Fresh perspectives of Scotland to feature as BBC Alba unveil autumn schedule
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BBC Alba have unveiled a packed autumn schedule of new programmes with stories which share fresh perspectives on Scotland and beyond.
The channel will screen an array of fascinating documentaries, a host of stunning music programming and weekly sport, offering insights into lives and passions in Scotland today.
Trusadh, BBC ALBA’s award-winning documentary strand, clicks into the autumn by shining a light on video games in Trusadh: Gaming – The Next Level. Avid gamer MJ Deans takes a tour of consoles from the 70s to the present day. From Pong to Pac-man, MJ revisits some of the old classics while finding out about Scotland’s contribution to the industry.
Compelling personal stories lie at the heart of many of BBC Alba’s factual programmes.
In Fàilte gu Alba/Welcome to Scotland, singer and musician Mischa Macpherson delves deeper into Glasgow’s reputation for offering a warm, friendly reception to refugees and asylum seekers. Mischa meets people creating new lives for themselves in the city and, through music, she learns their stories and hears of the importance of music to them.
Award-winning current affairs programme Eòrpa also returns to the schedule in October with an hour-long special, meeting Ukrainian refugees in both Scotland and Moldova, as well as exploring the impact of the ongoing conflict on their lives.
Closer to home, in St Cuthbert’s Way we join presenter Iagan MacNeil as he dons his hiking boots and follows in the footsteps of the 7th century hermit, healer and bishop, St Cuthbert on a fascinating and iconic 62-mile-long pilgrims’ route which straddles the border between Scotland and England.
A host of entertaining series also feature in BBC Alba’s schedule this autumn, with craft and design, outdoor adventure and cookery all served up.
Dàna/Scotland’s Wild Side accompanies Coinneach Rankin as he continues his exciting escapades, often involving dangling from a scarily steep rock face or trudging through bogs, mist and midges. Adventure and awe are guaranteed!
Fillte goes on a journey across Scotland to discover the history and contemporary hand-crafted practice underpinning the work of artisan producers of stunning woven fabrics.
