Alan Laidlaw - Getting ready for the Royal Highland Show!

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  • We're in the midst of the madness that is Royal Highland Show Prep! Join us for an in-depth chat with Alan Laidlaw, CEO of RHASS.
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  • @katesterling8915
    @katesterling8915 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    What a passionate chap. Nice to hear a CEO has worked on the ground and rolled their sleeves up. Great podcast. Charities can't run properly without a good chief but a hell of a lot of great volunteers & everyone in between. I'm sure the show will be smashing. Hope one day to come up north north and visit 👏🌾🐄🐑🤩

  • @judyphillips7892
    @judyphillips7892 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    First, Iona! You're a star! Awesome job on the intro and closing remarks. So proud of you 😊. Cammy, as always it was a joy watching you engage and keep the conversation flowing. Your respectful interaction with the variety of guests is amazing. Great job mentoring Iona, giving her confidence to take part in the discussion now. Alan was a great guest, and it was fascinating to hear about the behind the scenes planning, organizing and commitment that it takes to run this great event. I hope you all have a wonderful time over the days of the show. ❤

  • @emmett1739
    @emmett1739 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Really enjoyed listening to this, great to hear how the Highland has developed , the logistics behind the show and above all to find out that in challenging times that surplus income no matter how little can go on to sustain ,develop and create a agricultural legacy that we should all be proud of. Well done team.

    • @marmalademomzyboop8975
      @marmalademomzyboop8975 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Intricacies and logistics of the Highland Games are very interesting. People need to know and appreciate just how much thought and effort to make this event successful. From the Society members, down to the grounds cleaners. Planning is keen. I did not realize it was 18 months in advance. Well done! Another avenue to show case the world about how important our agricultural communities throughout the world should be in forethought in all our future lively hood.

  • @pattyberan4523
    @pattyberan4523 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So impressed with everything Alan said about everything at RHS! From toilet stories to loading out on Sunday night. ❤

  • @fanfeck2844
    @fanfeck2844 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Far less nervous doing the lone intro/outro piece now. Well done!

  • @jimmynicolson3214
    @jimmynicolson3214 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Excellent. More like a seminar than a chat. Very clever man.

  • @Suffolk-in-What
    @Suffolk-in-What 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Superb interview, Alan is such a great communicator, would love to hear the jokes that Cammy told during his speech

  • @valerieboyce7644
    @valerieboyce7644 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Brilliant interview!! I live in Nova Scotia, Canada and all my ancestors came from Scotland. I am obsessed with all things Scottish, especially single Malt. 😊
    I follow Dalscone and Cannon Hall farms and Hall Hill farm as well. They are excited about the Highland Show and that excitement is catchy, even all the way across the pond! I hope that one day, I will make the trip to Scotland to really see and absorb all your wonderful offerings❤. Love your podcasts. I could listen to you guys talk all day long.

  • @imagatorvetmom
    @imagatorvetmom หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have watched every podcast. This was absolutely the best. Knowledgeable about his industry, well spoken, reasonable, willing to explain and offer insight. My hats off to RHS, good on you for hiring this man. Great work Cammy and Iona. L, Florida

  • @shazybean131
    @shazybean131 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Iona and Cammy - what a great soft learning podcast! I’m in the middle of the Australian outback in The Northern Territory and I love hearing about the behind the scenes of business and events. Every time I see a big crowd I wonder how the hell you handle the toilet situation 🚽⁉️

  • @louiseibbotson588
    @louiseibbotson588 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Great insight into what goes into running the Royal Highland show 👍

  • @bridgetjarvis6413
    @bridgetjarvis6413 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    What a brilliant in depth pod cast that was. Really enjoyed it well done team 😀

  • @brigidconroy2111
    @brigidconroy2111 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So fabulous as a retired dairy farmer enjoying this look into Scottish farming and as a nurse COVID casts a big shadow so that was interesting to listen to the other side of virus isolation

  • @DerrithWieman
    @DerrithWieman 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brilliant idea having church on Sunday and a chaplain for the whole show - recognizing the psychological needs of folks, not just the physical aspects of farming.

  • @vindeljay
    @vindeljay 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great podcast, amazing insight into what goes on behind the scenes, the cost and what needs to be done for public safety. He's a good story teller and very experienced in what he does, a real pleasure.

  • @user-ms3ri3tr3y
    @user-ms3ri3tr3y 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Great podcast very informative bout the RHS ..... enjoyed it!

  • @77bountiful
    @77bountiful 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Brilliant............again.

  • @Heather0804
    @Heather0804 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations Cammy and Iona on hitting 10k subs! 🎉

  • @roadrunnercrazy
    @roadrunnercrazy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a great interview! How I wish I could be there at the Highland show, myself. I'm a bit to far away on the west coast of Canada but if I ever get the chance, I'll go.

  • @leebarker3390
    @leebarker3390 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another great, informative podcast. Great job. And Iona nailing the intro and outro👏👏👏

  • @scottycat6822
    @scottycat6822 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brilliant Podcast found it very informative and interesting. Great guest loved hearing about the work that goes on begins the scenes and how well it’s managed.

  • @margobrown6140
    @margobrown6140 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great podcast again. Really interesting to hear the background & puts into perspective the entry price. We had another lovely time at the show today so thank you from a non agri family. Iona & her team were doing all the work while Cammy was wowing all the customers 😆. Doubt you'll have a voice left by Sunday night!

  • @johnwaddell7239
    @johnwaddell7239 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very interesting podcast ,anyone who has a gripe about the show would do well to see this and would soon change their opinion ,looking forward to my first visit to show since pre covid on Thursday

  • @JillbrownASG
    @JillbrownASG 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It is the greatest show on earth! Is the best way to sum it up!

  • @mrfunkymuir
    @mrfunkymuir 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The Highland Show will always bring the kid out in me. Such a great long weekend. Meeting friends and family.

  • @SharonFoust-ww9ur
    @SharonFoust-ww9ur 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m very impressed with this helpful and very informative information about the RHS. I had never heard of this place and I am delighted! Thank you to Dalscone Farm for introducing this to me. I learn something EVERY time they release a video!

  • @Traceva
    @Traceva 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wishing you all a Successful and Safe Royal Highlands Show
    Looks like you’re going to have lovely weather too
    Hugs

  • @Traceva
    @Traceva 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hope you both have an absolutely FABULOUS time, Iona and Cammy xx

  • @LuckySpacePuppy-rb6dz
    @LuckySpacePuppy-rb6dz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a fascinating insight to the making of the Rhs. Where did that hour go?, I'd have happily listened for another hour (or 2!)😁

  • @lindaboggess7634
    @lindaboggess7634 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Y'all should talk to the people who organized the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo(if you haven'talready). They get huge crowds of people and the logistics must be hell for them also. You might be able to get some ideas from them and they might be able to get some ideas from you. It's great to share with other shows. I wish I lived in Scotland cuz I'd go just to watch everything! It sounds exciting from a City Girl living in Houston, Texas

  • @denisobek6784
    @denisobek6784 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really interesting as an American to learn about this show. I grew up going to and participating in the Iowa State Fair, arguably the largest in the country, and I absolutely love events like this. I'm putting going to Scotland the 3rd week of June so I can go to the highland show on my bucket list.
    Btw, what is the kissing event thing y'all were talking about?

  • @Traceva
    @Traceva 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Alan is ADORABLE! So my type 😉
    And so incredibly smart and thoughtful
    Love the accent
    I could listen to him all day
    It was so funny when he caught you out, Cammy and then we saw the Video to prove what you said
    Pretty sure I saw you blush, Cammy 😁
    I really enjoy these in depth interviews
    Learning so much about Farming and also Scotland
    Hugs

  • @WhirlyPearly
    @WhirlyPearly 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was a great pod cast. A a youngster we went to the Calgary Stampede and the Stock show was what it was about for us. If we had time after we were done after days of stock show, farrier competition all that we were given enough money to get the midway. We were smart with our money, we hit the food stands and one ride 🤣. Then we hit the bus to get far enough out to make it easy enough for our parents to pick us up. Now the LRT drops you off and you can walk right into the grounds. And you’re so right, the air sizzles the minute you pay your admission.

  • @lisaoviatt1205
    @lisaoviatt1205 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The podcasts are so interesting!!! I love the learning!

  • @davidfrazier7971
    @davidfrazier7971 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Watching Cammy flounder over his statement on Scotchsheep….. Hilarious!!

    • @FedByFarmersPodcast
      @FedByFarmersPodcast  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's always my mouth that gets me in trouble!

    • @davidfrazier7971
      @davidfrazier7971 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@FedByFarmersPodcast Same here!

  • @elizabethmckelvie5418
    @elizabethmckelvie5418 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great podcast…..wish I did nt work at weekends ..the R.H.S. Sounds like a great time out

  • @head-Keeper
    @head-Keeper 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    At £99 for a couple with a car, I think that’s a good way to manage overcrowding? The only people I know that’s going to the show have free tickets.

    • @FedByFarmersPodcast
      @FedByFarmersPodcast  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      It’s a sensitive subject for many but I always compare it to the rugby. I’m £80 for a ticket before I do anything else. And then it’s only 80 mins of entertainment 😅… and i often leave disapointed 🤣

    • @jillcrowe2626
      @jillcrowe2626 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We go to Disneyland twice a year. We pay around $225.00 per day per ticket. And if you want a drink of water, that's $4.00. A soda, $4.00 or $5.00. A meal costs $25.00 per person. Parking costs a minimum of $35.00 per day. It's a 2 hour drive for us. We live very close.

  • @chrissiemorton4126
    @chrissiemorton4126 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    GREAT SHOW!!!!

    • @FedByFarmersPodcast
      @FedByFarmersPodcast  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cannot wait!

    • @chrissiemorton4126
      @chrissiemorton4126 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Was nice to see the transparency Cammy I sensed by you saying one place was better for "sheep" was real because it would be only sheep and not everything else! Too bad that place couldnt hold the the Golden Shears..but The Highlands is set up beautifully for it...great show!!

  • @ameliemiddleton-xc4sb
    @ameliemiddleton-xc4sb 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is anyone here going to the great Yorkshire show in July

  • @tractortamno1
    @tractortamno1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Been lovely the last couple podcasts having people who don’t have that terrible Ayrshire accent! 😂😉

  • @Traceva
    @Traceva 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Has Alan and the Trustees considered Composting Toilets?
    Also known as Dry Toilets
    They probably won’t appeal to the older generations but it is worth giving them a go and publicising their Environmental Benefits in advance and see if the younger people attending the Event take to them
    I am Gen Z and I would
    In fact I have many times while attending outside events with a Green theme
    As well as Camp sites that were redesigned for a low environmental impact
    It was a bit of a culture shock to begin with but I soon adjusted to them
    Absolutely no smell too!
    Just saying
    Hugs

  • @jocastaguyon6857
    @jocastaguyon6857 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is kiss party like tailgating?

    • @FedByFarmersPodcast
      @FedByFarmersPodcast  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      🤣 It's 'Kist' - A big storage box where some farmers keep their whiskey!

    • @pattyberan4523
      @pattyberan4523 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kist. Scots or slang? Those of us in the colonies need a vocabulary list.😂