A Dram of Outlander Podcast
I LOVE all things, Outlander. A one lass blog and podcast about the Diana Gabaldon Outlander book series (the big books, the novellas, and LJG books) and the Starz TV show with a side of Scotland. I especially love the medicine and historical aspects.
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Better to Marry Than Burn
03/25/2020
Better to Marry Than Burn
Jocasta shares her heart and difficult history.
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Perpetual Adoration S5 E5
03/22/2020
Perpetual Adoration S5 E5
It all feels very Greek tragedy with the webs and spinners.
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From the Beardsley's to Brownsville S5 E3 E4
03/15/2020
From the Beardsley's to Brownsville S5 E3 E4
Jamie and Claire discover a shocking truth when they try to free the Beardsley brothers from their indenture. Roger commands his way to Brownsville gathering men of fighting age. An adulterer is in their midst. Roger keeps the peace, but ruffles feathers all the same. Brianna fears. Lives are saved. Babies abound.
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Between Two Fires S5 E2
02/24/2020
Between Two Fires S5 E2
Jamie is The King of men walking the razor's edge of loyalty, honor, and oaths between the Crown and his people. Murtagh has become a man of blood while stirring the Regulators to violence and rage. Claire is a frustrated 20th-century physician feeling stuck in the ways of the 18th. Roger is feeling inadequate and cannot seem to find a useful place in the 18th-century. Brianna struggles with trauma. Marsali is caught between two mothers. Bonnet believes he is a father and wants what's his.
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On This Day S5 E1
02/20/2020
On This Day S5 E1
The people of Fraser's Ridge, friends, and family gathered to celebrate the wedding of Roger MacKenzie and Brianna Ellen Randall Fraser. The big house was almost complete. Memories were shared and made, drinking games, feasting, dancing, romance, threat, treachery, bonding, politics, oaths, and a release of oath all happened in the two days lived onscreen.
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Domesticity, Building Bonds, and Duty Ep 177
07/28/2019
Domesticity, Building Bonds, and Duty Ep 177
Roger returns with mission incomplete. The baby is cranky. Brianna is at her wit's end. Roger gets beautified. He’ll sing to help Jamie prepare the guests. Roger gives an uncomfortable history lesson to Brianna. Roger sings to an appreciative crowd. Jamie calls the men to duty. Roger reflects. Jamie and Claire find respite in their room. Jamie writes a letter.
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Of Chaos and Change
07/14/2019
Of Chaos and Change
Claire administers an eye examination. Mrs. Bug takes ownership of the running of the big house. A family with a sordid past comes to visit. Claire worries. Claire struggles with the changes to come. Fight. Fight. Fight. Solace is found outdoors. Jamie ceremonially prepares for the changes ahead. The men Jamie calls to arms must come of their own volition. A family member is asked to join Jamie in the fight.
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Date Night on The Ridge Ep 175
06/26/2019
Date Night on The Ridge Ep 175
Summary: The activities of the Ridge create a picture of the day today. A friend visits bearing news. Brianna and Roger go hunting. The dangers of the 18th century run through Brianna’s mind. Only one has experience with a gun. A willing student Roger makes, but a great shot he is not. Memories of a dear one surface. Roger makes a confession. They play a game only travelers can play. Lactating breasts need relief. A fowl encounter happens on the way home. Brianna was purposely prepared for the 18th.
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Date Night on The Ridge Ep 175
06/26/2019
Date Night on The Ridge Ep 175
Summary: The activities of the Ridge create a picture of the day today. A friend visits bearing news. Brianna and Roger go hunting. The dangers of the 18th century run through Brianna’s mind. Only one has experience with a gun. A willing student Roger makes, but a great shot he is not. Memories of a dear one surface. Roger makes a confession. They play a game only travelers can play. Lactating breasts need relief. A fowl encounter happens on the way home. Brianna was purposely prepared for the 18th.
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The Podcast Returns June 25th
06/24/2019
The Podcast Returns June 25th
Hello, A Dram of Outlander listeners. The podcast is back after an unexpected and unavoidable hiatus. We're jumping right back in with The Fiery Cross chapters 19-23 on June 25th.
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No Place Like Home Ep 174
05/05/2019
No Place Like Home Ep 174
The Gathering and the longest day draws to a close. Jamie ponders the act of surrender. There is a call to duty. The caravan heads to Fraser’s Ridge. Jamie happens upon a spirit-filled place. A gift for Claire is picked up amongst the trees. There is fear for what might be found at the Ridge. Homecoming is sweet and noisy. A wee posy for Claire. For what is a sponge? Roger gives Brianna something practical and special. It’s not a dream.
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No Place Like Home Ep 174
05/05/2019
No Place Like Home Ep 174
The Gathering and the longest day draws to a close. Jamie ponders the act of surrender. There is a call to duty. The caravan heads to Fraser’s Ridge. Jamie happens upon a spirit-filled place. A gift for Claire is picked up amongst the trees. There is fear for what might be found at the Ridge. Homecoming is sweet and noisy. A wee posy for Claire. For what is a sponge? Roger gives Brianna something practical and special. It’s not a dream.
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Of Formality and Belonging Ep 173
04/22/2019
Of Formality and Belonging Ep 173
A wedding feast is had by all. An evening calling of the clans occurs. Jamie makes a moving speech. The families of the Ridge are announced. Roger vows to always sing for her. Lactating breasts don’t care. Brianna takes matters into her own hands.
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Honorable Men Ep 172
04/07/2019
Honorable Men Ep 172
The age-old argument of what makes the best barbecue unfolds. Beans are indeed a musical fruit. Memories endure and bond. Aunt Jocasta is a savvy woman. What makes an honorable man? Jamie makes a confession. A religious event occurs. Marriage cannot wait.
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Pride and Virtue Ep 171
03/25/2019
Pride and Virtue Ep 171
Roger seeks a kindness from Jocasta. Jocasta shocks Roger and she gets a piece of his mind. The Gathering is drawing to a close. Claire’s guts are griping. Germaine sings a tune. The mobcap dies an ugly death. Jamie consoles Claire. Jamie has a plan for the Ridge. A deal is struck. Himself is in demand.
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The Future is Coming Ep 170
03/17/2019
The Future is Coming Ep 170
Claire uses a cautery iron to staunch bleeding. Claire receives gifts. Roger and Jamie recruit for the militia. Roger meets an interesting family. the burden of war is felt. Where is Stephen Bonnet?
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Past Present Future Ep 169
03/10/2019
Past Present Future Ep 169
Claire greets an unexpected patient. Ghosts of Culloden emerge with 25-year-old shrapnel. Jamie is given orders. We meet an important pair. Roger questions his place in the family. A baby must eat after all. The MacKenzies of Leoch live on. Roger goes from zero to hero.
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For Old Times Sake Ep 168
02/24/2019
For Old Times Sake Ep 168
Claire treats some interesting patients. There’s more to Goodwin than meets the eye. Brianna is grossed out. Roger and Brianna meetup. Celibacy or sex? Passion wins out. The implications of sex are made clear. Roger shares Frank’s letter. Brianna is stunned. Roger comes to Frank’s defense. What about the other man? Will there be another baby in the future?
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It is All About Balance Ep 167
02/18/2019
It is All About Balance Ep 167
Claire and Brianna prepare for the morning clinic patients while discussing syphilis, contraceptives, and heckling MacLeod. Brianna creates a good medicine charm. Roger and Duncan discuss religion and each buys a wedding gift.
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Loaves and Fishes Ep 166
02/10/2019
Loaves and Fishes Ep 166
Breakfast is served, but not for Claire. Jamie desires an astrolabe. John Quincy Myers summons Jamie. A thief-taker threatens. A mother protects her own. Claire has a pop-up clinic. The unintended consequences of high taxes. A personal account of the riot is offered.
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Loaves and Fishes Ep 166
02/10/2019
Loaves and Fishes Ep 166
Breakfast is served, but not for Claire. Jamie desires an astrolabe. John Quincy Myers summons Jamie. A thief-taker threatens. A mother protects her own. Claire has a pop-up clinic. The unintended consequences of high taxes. A personal account of the riot is offered.
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A Day in the Gathering Ep 165
02/04/2019
A Day in the Gathering Ep 165
Claire converses with a ghost. Jamie dreams of Irish Kinghood. The weather is horrid. Lt. Archibald Hayes reads a letter. Everyone needs breakfast. Roger and Brianna prepare for their wedding. There's too many for breakfast. Marsali and Fergus live young family chaos. Someone is looking for Jamie.
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Man of Worth Ep 164
01/28/2019
Man of Worth Ep 164
Roger remains imprisoned. Jamie and Claire arrive at the village but are turned away. River Run receives a guest. Brianna awaits the birth of her baby. Otter Tooth is revealed. Young Ian makes a decision. Jocasta gets some lovin’. Testosterone poisoning rears its head. Roger learns the truth. Roger reveals his experiences. A choice needs to be made. A baby is born. Uncle Murtagh enjoys the baby. Jamie and Claire return. The baby has no name. Roger returns. The British are coming. Tryon assigns Jamie a job
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Providence Ep 163
01/26/2019
Providence Ep 163
Roger remains a slave. He is known as dogface. Fergus plans. Lord John brings Brianna news. She requests an audience. Brianna and Lord John share an intimate moment. A woman with a baby helps Roger. Brianna and Lord John make a visit. Roger breaks a rule. We meet a priest. What would Jamie and Claire do? The priest is tortured. Roger prays. Brianna and Lord John arrive at their destination. Roger escapes. Brianna says her peace. Murtagh escapes. Roger does the priest a service. His lover makes a choice
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If Not For Hope Ep 162
01/17/2019
If Not For Hope Ep 162
Roger is recaptured. Brianna uses art therapy. Brianna sketches a beautiful woman. Jocasta plans a party. Jamie, Claire, and Young Ian are on the trail. There is a worry about Brianna. Young Ian plays a marriage therapist. Fergus finds intel, but not work. Jocasta bears a gift. Marsali knows what a man needs. The eligible men arrive. Brianna commands a parlor game. A pirate is captured. A proposal will be made. Brianna hatches a plan. Bones are discovered. Jamie and Claire makeup. Roger is put to a test.
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The Fraser Fire Ep 161
01/09/2019
The Fraser Fire Ep 161
Jamie teaches Brianna a valuable lesson. Roger continues to travel with the Mohawk. Claire offers Brianna a choice. Young Ian is smitten. Claire’s at home in the garden. Homestead life thrives. Claire and Brianna play a missing game. A nightmare causes revelation. “Where’s Roger?” Brianna rages. Punches and slaps are thrown. A plan is made. Jamie asks for a favor. Young Ian proposes. Everyone departs. Aunt Jocasta meets Brianna. Roger makes an escape. A buzzing calls to Roger.
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The Birds and The Bees Ep 160
12/31/2018
The Birds and The Bees Ep 160
Brianna returns to her room. Lizzie tries to help. Roger returns to the tavern for Brianna. Brianna wakes late learning Roger has left. The Frasers are in town. Brianna and Jamie meet. Claire is overwhelmed. Brianna explains her visit. Young Ian meets his cousin. Brianna tells Claire all about Roger. They arrive at Fraser’s Ridge. Jamie and Brianna bond. Domesticity rules. Roger heads to the Ridge. Brianna reveals truths to Claire. Lizzie makes a proclamation. Jamie takes mistaken vengeance upon Roger.
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Wilmington Ep 159
12/28/2018
Wilmington Ep 159
Roger searches for Brianna. We meet a baby. Roger mopes in a tavern before finding Brianna. A declaration is made. A wedding transpires. Jamie and Claire are off to a play with the who’s who of Governor Tryon’s friends. A consummation occurs. Claire geeks over someone famous. Jamie worries for Murtagh and creates a distraction. Claire performs surgery in front of a crowd. Roger and Brianna fight. There is an unhappy parting. Murtagh is saved for another day. Brianna is drawn into trouble.
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Down the Rabbit Hole Ep 158
12/17/2018
Down the Rabbit Hole Ep 158
Roger follows after Brianna with the help of a friend. Brianna is ill-equipped for the rigors of the 18th century Highlands. Brianna remembers her daddy. Unexpected hospitality is offered. Roger becomes a crewman for a wicked captain. Brianna learns a terrible truth about her host. Ian Murray helps her to the coast. Brianna secures a travel companion and passage to The Colonies.
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Blood of My Blood Ep 157
12/10/2018
Blood of My Blood Ep 157
An unexpected duo comes to visit. William is grief-stricken. Lord John asks for discretion. Murtagh serves up politics and distrust. The boy remembers Mac the groom. Murtagh discovers the truth about William. A liquor lubricated chess game is played. John becomes ill with the measles. Jamie and William head out on a multi-day tour of the Ridge. Claire tends to John. Barbed and frank conversations occur. Emotions run high. John makes a confession. The boy shows courage. Claire and John make peace.
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