Neil Oliver - ‘…stabbed in the back….. - Podcast ep44 

Neil is the most honorable man I have listened to in this last nr 3years not what I would say about any Mp,s in this country!

Visiting the UK in ‘95, I’d tell people I met in England that I planned to go to Scotland. I couldnt believe how many peole said they had never been there.

Hi, Thanksgiving Day here in the states. Grateful for Neil Oliver.😌

my brother and his wife stood here 50 yrs ago, no longer, to say hello to my family, Just being Scottish Neil. Ancient heritage from Boyes Lyon onwards, Scotland will always be my home. Now live in Hampshire, the British army made me a Scottish soldier, but my home is in Glasgow, dear green place

As an American, visiting England and Scotland, some of the most emotional feelings, walking thru the towns therein, knowing this is where I’d have been born and raised had my ancestors NOT crossed the pond, is incredible…almost eerie and innate inside my soul. VERY hard to explain or even grasp myself.

I have a passion when i watch these and other other history of Europe videos. Being an American i have had a jealousy of the ancient buildings especially castles and cathedrals. It feels like my ancestors (Scottish $ English) are whispering to me. Well keep up the good work sir.

Love getting a Neil Oliver notification!

My grandfather who was a Laurie, fought as a Scottish Grey in the great war, My uncle who fought in the second War, I fought as 147 ambulance attached to 2nd para in falklands, Scottish soldiers always pay,

Great to listen to you, Neil. We always love to watch you on GB News. This has led us to watch your Love letter episodes. Interestingly, you are a brilliant historian, but you yourself, will go down in history as a great humanitarian. You are a beacon of light and hope in these dark times. We cannot thank you enough. Jim and Evelyn from Livingston.

I've only been there once, to see a Bob Dylan concert in 2001. it truly is a magnificent & Spectacular location for a castle.

I needed this today thank you. Some days the past is more pleasing than the present 😂

Neil, thank you for doing these videos! I am learning so much about Britain and its history! As a Canadian, we only covered the basics in our history classes in the 60s and 70s, and now they don't teach any of it, because of the liberal government hating anything to do with colonialism, even the benefits.

Always enjoy intelligent discussion

Looking forward to this one.. 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

Well, it's most certainly on my list when I next visit Scotland...wait, on my first visit to Scotland!!

I am from New Zealand. We don't have this history. My little joke is "The exploration of the lands of New Zealand was arduous - the heater in the Ford Anglia was broken".

When I was young and on euro-study tramping around - one rainy day I walked the royal mile. It was THE most spiritual journey experience of my life. It was the whisper of my ancestors at each step

Thanks Neil,Such an educated man,I Would love to meet you in Stirling one day,Just to say,Thank you very much.

I'm from New Zealand, and I visited my husbands family in Bridge of Allan for the 1st time in the late 90s. The rebuild of a castle section glowed cream compared to the rest of the steel grey castle. It was beautiful. To be able to visit the castle was awe inspiring and magical, the chance to stand in the place of historical events I had only read about. It connects you to our past.

Thank you. I would love to visit this amazing place.

impeccable timing Mr Oliver reminding us how we came to this point of time.

Wouldn't it be absolutely fascinating to be walking around that great castle with Neil telling us the history as we strolled around in awe and wonderment ? I mean , it's magical enough doing it through these podcasts , but to actually be there with him would not only be an incredible honour but , I think would bring everything even more to life with his absolute passion seeping into us as he so eloquently speaks !! Remarkable Neil sir , thank you for this and all you do.

My father and grandfather's remains are in the graveyard beneath the castle walls!

Just to say sorry I don't sometimes give you a like, I download and watch offline when wanting to be somewhere else.. but I love what you do Neil - thank you friend.

Highlight of my day. Thanks Neil.

I dream of visiting Stirling Castle someday, closest I've come is seeing it from a distance, so happy to see it through your eyes. Magical, mystical, and drenched in history ..

Thank you Neil from the Pacific Northwest in Washington State. Watching this I feel home sick in a good way. A feeling as if I must journey home. I'm glad for your reminder from the land of my forebears.

Brilliant channel doing important work.

Wonderful episode you live in a beautiful part of Scotland Neil ,it still amazes me how they got all the stone up on the Craig to build the castle Thank you for this

Wonderful Video On The History Of Scotland Neil!

Strikingly beautiful! Thank you, Neil Oliver!

Another wonderful installment, Mr. Oliver! Not only are you my favorite Scottish person but you're also my favorite historian! Look forward to these videos every week. I'm from the US and visited Edinburgh for a few days a little over 10 years ago, but hopefully I'll be able to see much more of your beautiful country--especially Sterling--in the future. God bless 💙💙🙏🙏

Work in the area brought me back here in 2022. Parked for lunch in the lay-by in Castle's shadow. Awe-inspiring.

Neil your enthusiasm for beautiful history is more infectious than bat flu… I just love watching your programs and applaud your knowledge

Thanks for the history lesson.

Been to Scotland, but know from this, I now have to go to Stirling, and Edinburgh, it's on my to do list, thanks Neil

Excellent as always. What always amazes me when viewing these castles, is the engineering involved, built right on the edge of rocky places. If you did that these days, people would think your mad.

Neil I was in Stirling castle about 13 years ago it was very impressive I could almost breathe the history. What a place to live and the views from the castle outstanding. I love the Highlands of Scotland have been a few times. There is a strong bond between the people of Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Thanks Neil As always God bless you and your family

Thank You I love your love letters as told in your special way and your love is wonderful in today's world your a gift to the world I'm from across the pond, but my roots are Scotish and Irish.I love history and you make it a joy, Thanks Again,

I’m not far down the road. It’s spectacular in the evening lit up with warm lights

Awesome Niel as always

Dear Neil, I am in awe every time I listen to you 🙏💥🙏

What a beautiful castle !!!! I need to visit !!!!

That was wonderful, Neil. Your affection for the castle is palpable. I love listening to you narrate these episodes. Your voice alone, is enough of a draw. Thank you so much.

Soothing as ever

Just beautiful! Thank you❤️🇭🇷

Always find it funny that almost every castle and palace you visit in Scotland has housed Mary Queen of Scots at some point in her short life. She certainly got around...🤣

Wow; this is a mesmerizing podcast. What a spectacular castle and what absolutely fascinating history. I loved the footage of the glorious scenery that surrounds it too. It's clearly a beautiful part of the world. Thank you Neil (and Paul); this was just wonderful to watch.

Neil. Another great video. And that's from a Glaswegian!!!!!!!

You're great traveling companion!

Absolutely facinating. Love British History. Though I was born in Canada in 52 my whole family immigrated from England after the war. I am drawn to everything British and your channel is fabulous. Thank you Mr Oliver.

So interesting I bet you absolutely loved doing this one x

The great hall reminds me of the great hall at Eltham Palace in South East London. I went to Eltham Palace four weeks ago for English Heritage's Halloween ghost tour. It's close to where I live and has been used a lot in TV dramas, films, song videos etc. Kate Bush used to live directly opposite the palace.

First sight of Stirling Castle as we approached Stirling, I saw a large craggy mountain with what I then realised was the Castle, unbelievably stunning and yes, mesmerising. The atmosphere and the history and life which you can imagine, as you wander round this awesome beautiful castle. Always will be my favourite historical place!

I truly love Scotland. Went there for my honeymoon. What I can't reconcile is how treacherous and bloody the Scottish nobility was, constantly betraying one another. Any thoughts on why that was, and does it continue today?

When I was a young girl aged 15 I travelled from the mining village of Cowie to work in Woolworth then a wee Boutique that sold all the latests fashions straight from London the boutique sat at the bottom of the old arcade. Every lunch time I headed to Stirling castle. I wandered the graveyard eating my packed lunch trying to imagine what life was like for those buried there. When the weather was poor I sat in the church reading tales of John Knox and feeling so proud to be Scottish.I love Scotland and have never hanker to be anywhere else.In my humble opinion I live in the most beautiful country on earth.I will be 70 in 2023 my dearest wish before I die is to witness a fairer more inclusive society free from the corruption and domination of the Westminster Politicians,That's my dream.Thanks again Neil for bringing back to life our historical past.👏👏👏♥

Brilliant as always. Thank you🙂👌

Stirling Castle really does dominate the area. Spectacular.

Wow I lived in Sterling and worked there as a young kiwi traveler. Rolled my boss' landrover lol Isn't Rob Roy buried there?

❤ Happy Thanksgiving 🍁 I’m grateful that you’ve been sharing so much of yourself Neil. I can’t tell you how many dozens of loaves of bread I’ve made while listening to you here, on Patreon, the occasional clip from GBN, and the series that have made it to public domain. Your authenticity is reassuring in a world gone mad.

A feast of historical information Neil. I've travelled through Sterling on several occasions in the 90s up to the North West areas of Scotland on mountaineering and walking holidays. Wish I'd had the chance to check out the castle, but never stopped there long enough. Thanks for your professional production and expertise.

Thank you for the work you do. I have fond memories of Sterling.

Fascinating, thank you to you both xx

This was great thanks.

Love you, Neil❤️

Ah! That's better! Thank you, Neil. I haven't been able to visit Stirling Castle for the past three years and thoroughly enjoyed the pictures (and commentary, of course). My favourite part? Inside those beautifully restored rooms of the palace. The workmanship of painting and tapestry... Exquisite! (I get in free, too. Historic Scotland membership...)

Wonderful video, so interesting and inspiring. History is amazing. Thank you for all your wonderful work Neil.

My grandad's ww2 medals are on display in Stirling castle 5 in total that includes his M.M That king George pinned on his chest at Buckingham palace he was my living hero WILLIAM MCCOLL M.M. GBNF

OK Neil you've convinced me, we will definitely be visiting Scotland in the Spring! 😁😁

I Love the History Neil , Thank you so Much for your Love Letter . :) QC

Stunningly beautiful. My cousin and her family spent New Year 2015 with friends at Stirling Castle watching the firework display bringing in the New Year. I'm going to send her this video. Thank you Neil, I so enjoy your telling of the history of the British Isles, you make it come alive!

I’ll be forever thankful for this man .

Beautiful place to live! ❤

What an amazing and breathtaking place from which to originate. You are indeed blessed.. 🙏🏻❤🙏🏻

My ancestor Sir Robert Graham of Kinpont, was beheaded there 1437.

Another splendid article. I haven’t been to Scotland since 1971, but Sterling will certainly be on the itinerary next time.❤

Just MAGIC Neil. Greetings from the Great Southern Land.

9th April 2023 London , We Rise in our millions , a gathering of like minded people together as one , for our children . I know my Duty

You being the king of Sterling I thought that was your gaff. ;-)

Loved this, I'm so wanting to visit now. Wonderful, magical.

Another stunning presentation. Imagine how many kids would be hooked on history if they all had these podcasts as part of the national curriculum! And imagine how many adults woud actually learn about the place in which they live! Fantastic stuff.

Neil, you're amazing! You're a real teacher, but beyond that you share your insights in a delightful way! A real idea-connector!

I’m Anglo-Celtic Australian and now consider sterling as a must see

I live in Australia, I have been a fan of your research for many years, the way you described each detail for a brief moment it was as if being there,yet I have never been to the UK least out of Australia

Always fantastic!

The closest we will come to a time machine! Thanks SO MUCH Neil.

A great place to see the Roman road that led into Stirling is at Torwood Castle, it also passes the amazing Tappoch Broch, the Iron age castle of the day. Three gems for the price of one. (yi cannae say am no scottish noo)

Another brilliant video Neil with so much history and knowledge with a heavy dose of passion.

Beautiful!

Superb!!

Love listening to your history stories

i grew up 30a Goosecroft Road right across from Fire Station / Council Yard in Stirling my family belongs Stirling used to play in the Back Walk go in and out the castle as a bairn , that's why i'm so proud of my Heritage and Scotland a 70 yr, old Craigs Wolf .

What a beautiful place to live! So happy that you have such beauty around you. Thank you for continuing to share your courage and wisdom with us. You give many of us hope.

Love the passion and storytelling which brings our history to life in the 21st century. We are part of a long story. A story that the people along the way have played their part in weaving. A good reminder in these times.

Mate these videos of of the British Isles are the best. The passion you have illuminates the history like no other.

My Great grandfather a Stoke on Trent man served in the Black Watch and stationed in Sterling back in 1880’s, though never settled there….Drove past the castle sometime back, so impressive!

Brilliant, I am learning so much from your posts. God bless you.

Wow, Sterling looks amazing! I have been to Scotland but obviously need to visit again, so much to see.

📺Just put up "There are going to be events"☁️✈