The Thistle & Shamrock
The Thistle & Shamrock
The most listened-to Celtic music program in the world has said goodbye.
Created weekly in the foothills of the Scottish Highlands, The Thistle & Shamrock was one of NPR's longest-running and most popular music offerings. Award-winning host Fiona Ritchie introduced curious listeners to Celtic influences in World and contemporary music.
That spirit lives on in the Thistle & Shamrock® Archive, a radio treasure trove from decades of weekly episodes, where you can make your own playlists and listen on the go. Download the NPR App and search for "Thistle".