Zeki Basan
Founder of Highland Survival Skills and a survival/foraging expert who leads winter foraging outings and discusses edible wild plants and traditional uses.
Best podcasts with Zeki Basan
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Jan 3, 2026 • 1h 23min
A Bucket Mill, Yule Day and Rowing the Atlantic
Join Elizabeth Tindall, a Dark Skies Ranger, as she shares captivating insights on the Quadrantid meteor shower and the benefits of winter stargazing. Lorraine Hawkins discusses the 'Save the Spring' initiative aimed at saving endangered Atlantic salmon through innovative conservation techniques. Graeme Johncock tells enchanting Scottish folklore stories, including the 1679 Archbishop Sharp tale. Owen Bushell introduces the fascinating restoration of the Finzean Bucket Mill and its historical significance, while survival expert Zeki Basan dives into winter foraging adventures.
Dec 31, 2025 • 40min
A Walk on the Wild Side with Zeki Basan
Zeki Basan, founder of Highland Survival Skills, takes Phil Sime and Morven Livingstone on a wild foraging adventure in the Scottish Highlands. They explore bushcraft essentials, learning the historical uses of wild herbs and how to identify edible plants like juniper and wood sorrel. Zeki demonstrates traditional fire-lighting techniques and creates a moss-clad teepee shelter. They also delve into food preservation methods and savor a nourishing bone broth, all while reflecting on the importance of reconnecting with nature through these ancient skills.
