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Episode 11: Soils with Professor Mark Reed

Galbraith Podcasts Dec 06, 2022

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Property Matters | The North-East Market

Property Matters | The North-East Market

Property Matters returns with Hannah Christiansen and Hilary Murray of the Aberdeen team joining Matt for an insightful discussion about the North-East market.


They discuss their experiences of working in the area, tips for sellers coming to the market and how recent trends have seen buyers coming from the South of England. There was also time to share some of their favourite properties now on the market with the team!


Subscribe now so you never miss an episode and happy listening!

Mar 04, 202438:57
Rural Matters | Edinburgh Rugby Christmas Special

Rural Matters | Edinburgh Rugby Christmas Special

The Galbraith Podcasts Christmas Special is now here and it's a cracker.

We sit down with Edinburgh Rugby stars, WP Nel and Patrick Harrison for a chat on the season so far and the upcoming 1872 Cup double-header with Glasgow Warriors.

The duo discuss growing up in an agricultural and farming background with WP back in South Africa and Patrick closer to Murrayfield in West Linton With both planning to return to the farm in a life after rugby, Galbraith Agricultural Consultant, Martin Rennie lends his expertise to the conversation.

And since it's Christmas, the panel discuss which famous Christmas film characters are most like their Edinburgh teammates (Marshall Sykes, are you listening?)

Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode and make sure to catch all our latest news on social media at Galbraith Group.


Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Dec 20, 202326:32
Energy Matters with Rachel Russell and Richard Higgins

Energy Matters with Rachel Russell and Richard Higgins

Matt is joined by Rachel Russell and Richard Higgins, Partners within the Galbraith Energy and Commercial divisions respectively for the first episode of Energy Matters.


The duo discuss their careers in the industry, what the key topics of conversation are within their field and what the key 2023 takeaways have been as we head into the new year.


Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode.


Happy listening!

Dec 18, 202329:09
Talking Building Consultancy | Reviving the Fort William High Street with Angus MacDonald

Talking Building Consultancy | Reviving the Fort William High Street with Angus MacDonald

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Matt sits down with Head of Building Surveying at Galbraith, Peter Scott Aiton, Director John Pullen and Councillor, Angus MacDonald.


Angus in an entrepreneur born and bred in the Scottish Highlands and has helped revive the Fort William High Street by overseeing the Highland Cinema project as well as taking ownership of the Highland Book Shop. Both Peter and John worked together to bring Angus's vision a reality and the trio discuss how the project developed from an idea he read on an airplane magazine!


The conversation leads to Angus's passion to support growth in the Highlands, which has been his ancestral home for nearly 2,000 years.


Make sure you subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts on Apple and Spotify so you never miss an episode! Follow Galbraith on social media so you can keep up with all the work from across the firm.


Happy listening!

Oct 24, 202332:38
Property Matters | Top Tips with Susan Guthrie

Property Matters | Top Tips with Susan Guthrie

On the latest episode of Galbraith Podcasts, Susan Guthrie of the Residential Agency team joins Matt for a discussion on Lettings.


Susan has nearly 20 years experience in Residential Sales & Lettings and is now an Associate in the Galbraith team heading the Lettings team in the Scottish Borders.


She shares her top tips for those looking to put their property on the Lettings marketing and the main questions tenants are asking!


Make sure to subscribe to our podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow us on social media @Galbraith Group. Continue the conversation by reading our Matters Publications, which are on our website in the Publications & Podcasts section.


Happy listening!

Oct 09, 202319:19
Talking Natural Capital | The many hats of Nikki Yoxall

Talking Natural Capital | The many hats of Nikki Yoxall

Matt and Eleanor return for the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital with special guest Nikki Yoxall. Nikki is a grazier in Aberdeenshire, an educator and academic. Her PhD research focuses on understanding the role of nature connection in the agroecological transition and her work with Pasture for Life supports research into 100% pasture fed ruminant systems. She runs Grampian Graziers with her husband, farming native breed cattle on other people’s land, using the cattle as ecological engineers to promote ecological functioning and biodiversity gains.

Make sure to listen to all our previous episodes of Galbraith Podcasts on Apple or Spotify. Subscribe so you never miss an episode.


Happy listening!

Sep 29, 202348:52
Rural Matters | A day in the life of a Rural Surveyor

Rural Matters | A day in the life of a Rural Surveyor

Galbraith Podcasts presents the first edition of Rural Matters as Matt is joined by Alice Wilson and Christina Smith of the Ayr team.


The duo discuss their roles as Rural Surveyors with Galbraith, advice for those wanting to pursue the career, the state of the industry and how they balance their life away from the desk with sport and Young Farmers.


Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow Galbraith across social media @Galbraith Group and sign up to our Matters Publications so you can keep up to date with our industry experts across the firm.


Happy listening!


Sep 14, 202324:59
Talking Natural Capital | Deer management with Linzi Seivwright

Talking Natural Capital | Deer management with Linzi Seivwright

On the latest edition of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor are joined by Galbraith Foresters Alex Flynn and Rachael Urquhart to discuss deer management with Linzi Seivwright, founder of Caorann ecological management. Linzi specialises in providing upland ecological and deer management advice.

The panel discuss peoples attitudes towards Deer and how they affect woodland and peatland projects.

Make sure to subscribe to Galbraith Podcasts on Apple or Spotify so you never miss an episode. Galbraith provide regular discussions with key industry experts across a wide of topics.

Follow us @ Galbraith Group across Facebook, X, Instagram, Linkedin and Tiktok to keep up with all the latest news from our industry experts.


Happy listening!

Aug 28, 202352:31
Talking Building Consultancy | Meet The Team

Talking Building Consultancy | Meet The Team

On the first edition of Talking Building Consultancy, we speak to James Towers and Peter Scott Aiton of Galbraith. The duo discuss their careers as Building Surveyors and look back at some of their favourite projects they have worked on including the Highland Cinema and the Active Kids Adventure Park.


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Happy Listening!

Aug 07, 202330:30
Episode 14: Rev. Richard Frazer and the Grassmarket Project

Episode 14: Rev. Richard Frazer and the Grassmarket Project

On the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor sit down with Rev. Richard Frazer of Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh. The trio discuss the work Richard does with the Grassmarket project and the role the Church plays in protecting and natural resources.


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Happy listening!

May 11, 202350:55
Episode 13: Highlands Rewilding

Episode 13: Highlands Rewilding

On the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor are joined by Kirsty Mackay of Highlands Rewilding. Kirsty discusses her work with the organisation, which seeks to scale nature recovery and community prosperity through rewilding. 


Missed any of our previous episodes? Catch up at any point!

If you have a question for our future panels then get in touch with Eleanor at Eleanor.Harris@Galbraithgroup.com. Follow Galbraith on social media and most importantly happy listening!

Apr 07, 202340:37
Episode 12: Tim Oliver and Nexgen Tree Shelters

Episode 12: Tim Oliver and Nexgen Tree Shelters

Matt and Eleanor welcome Alex Flinn of the Galbraith Forestry team and Tim Oliver, Technical Manager at Nexgen Tree Shelters.

The group quiz Tim about his work with Nexgen, the history of the organisation and how they became leaders in creating 100% biodegradable tree shelters made from British wool.

Listeners can make contact with Tim and his team via https://nexgen-ts.com/ or across Social Media.

As always make sure to subscribe to our podcast so you never miss an episode. Follow us on Social Media at Galbraith, we're on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Linkedin. 

Happy listening!


Mar 03, 202348:24
Episode 11: Soils with Professor Mark Reed

Episode 11: Soils with Professor Mark Reed

On Episode 11 of Talking Natural Capital Matt, Eleanor and Martin Rennie are joined by Professor Mark Reed of SRUC. The panel discuss soils and carbon codes and how his work set minimum requirements for existing schemes. There's also time to discuss Mark's podcast - Fast Track Impact and how his work helps professionals.

Makes sure to catch up on all previous episodes of Talking Natural Capital and hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode.

Follow Galbraith on Social Media. We're on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and Instagram and check out our latest Matters publications where you will read in depth articles from our agents across all business streams.

Thank you and happy listening!


Dec 06, 202201:01:34
Episode 10: Peter Smith & The COP26 House

Episode 10: Peter Smith & The COP26 House

On episode 10 of Talking Natural Capital, Matt, Eleanor and Louise chat to Architect, Peter Smith.

Peter helped design the COP26 House ahead of Glasgow 2021 and the panel explore what it has to do with natural capital. There's excellent discussions on Just Transition – tackling climate change in a way that also builds community wealth and improves people’s lives.

The panel round off the show by discussing "how would I build my dream home? in our Ask Me Anything Segment!

Make sure you never miss an episode of Talking Natural Capital by clicking the follow button on your chosen app. Make sure to follow Galbraith on social media @GalbraithGroup and get in touch if you have a question for our future panel.

Enjoy!

Nov 04, 202246:51
Episode 9: Rewilding and Scotland The Big Picture

Episode 9: Rewilding and Scotland The Big Picture

Our latest episode sees Matt and Eleanor joined by Forester Louise Alexander and Scotland The Big Picture's Peter Cairns for an in-depth discussion on rewilding. Our special guest discusses his career as a wildlife photographer and videographer and speaks about the upcoming Scotland The Big Picture Rewilding Conference, which takes place in Perth on the 22nd of September. 

Got a question for our panel? Get in touch now and be part of our Ask Me Anything Segment. Make sure to tell a friend about Talking Natural Capital and give us a follow on Social Media. 

Happy listening!

Sep 12, 202247:06
Episode 8: Regenerative Agriculture

Episode 8: Regenerative Agriculture

It's a bumper line up for Episode 8 of Talking Natural Capital with Eleanor and the returning Martin Rennie being joined by Head of Rural at Galbraith, Ian Hope. 

Firstly we find out a bit about Ian's role at Galbraith and he gives an insight into why it was key to bring Natural Capital to the Firm. Martin joins the trio midway through the show to discuss Regenerative Agriculture and what the British Countryside could look like in the next 15 years.

There's a new segment to get listen out for as the group tackle a question for "Ask Me Anything". Got a question for the panel? Get in touch now!

Remember you can catch up on all previous episodes of Talking Natural Capital!

Happy listening!

Aug 18, 202246:36
Episode 7: Farm Carbon Audits

Episode 7: Farm Carbon Audits

On episode 7 Matt and Eleanor are joined by Farm Business Consultant for Galbraith, Martin Rennie. 

Eleanor and Martin get into chatting about Farm Carbon Audits, what they are, how to get them and discuss farms going net zero.

Got a question for the panel for future episodes? Make sure to get in touch with Eleanor or comment on our Social Media!


Jul 22, 202235:07
Episode 6: 30 Days Wild

Episode 6: 30 Days Wild

On the latest episode of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor are joined by Galbraith CEO, Martin Cassels to discuss 30 Days Wild. For the month of June, Wild Life Trusts are asking people to join them in embracing the natural world around them. 

The trio chat about some of the things Galbraith Agents are doing for the challenge and how you can get involved. 

Make sure to catch up on all our previous episodes and get in touch with your questions to Eleanor. 


Jun 10, 202229:44
Episode 5: ICF Climate Conference

Episode 5: ICF Climate Conference

Matt and Eleanor are joined by some of the Galbraith Forestry Team to discuss the recent ICF Climate Smart Forestry Conference.

May 23, 202231:60
Episode 4: Edinburgh Science's Emily Stone

Episode 4: Edinburgh Science's Emily Stone

It's the first episode of 2022 and Matt and Eleanor are joined by Emily Stone, from Edinburgh Science. Firstly Eleanor looks back at the big talking points from 2021 and what the year ahead will bring. 

The trio then chat about the partnership between Galbraith and Edinburgh Science and some of the exciting projects being undertaken.

For more information on Edinburgh Science and their upcoming events visit www.sciencefestival.co.uk/ and across social media.

Here at Galbraith we'd love to hear from you, the listeners! If you've got a Natural Capital themed question for Eleanor please get in touch!

Jan 14, 202236:14
Episode 3: 2021 Christmas Special

Episode 3: 2021 Christmas Special

It's the Talking Natural Capital 2021 Christmas Special as Emma Chalmers and Hugo Remnant of Galbraith join Matt and Eleanor for a seat around the virtual Natural Capital Christmas tree. 

Each come bearing gifts that can be great for nature so grab a cuppa enjoy our Christmas Special!

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Twitter: @Galbraith_Group
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Dec 20, 202130:34
Episode 2: Storm Arwen

Episode 2: Storm Arwen

On the latest edition of Talking Natural Capital, Matt and Eleanor chat with Senior Forester at Galbraith, Louise Alexander. The group discuss the effects of Storm Arwen, which devastated parts of the UK, and what it could mean for the Forestry industry.

For more news and stories follow Galbraith across Social Media. The firm are on Facebook and LinkedIn as well as Twitter @Galbraith_Group and Instagram @GalbraithGroup. 

Dec 13, 202123:57
Episode 1: Meet Eleanor Harris

Episode 1: Meet Eleanor Harris

Welcome to a brand new podcast, Talking Natural Capital, hosted by Galbraith.

On our Pilot episode we meet the Firm's Natural Capital & Carbon Leader, Dr Eleanor Harris. We find out about Eleanor's career so far and what aspirations she holds for Natural Capital within Galbraith and beyond.

If you're unfamiliar with Galbraith be sure to find and follow us online.

Social Media:

Facebook: @GalbraithPropertyConsultancy 

Twitter: @Galbraith_Group 

Instagram: @GalbraithGroup 

LinkedIn: @Galbraith

Enjoy!

Nov 26, 202121:55