1992
Robbie Shepherd MBE
Robbie was born in Dunecht, Aberdeenshire and his early years revolved round the moothie, the Doric language and accountancy. Already presenting local radio shows in Aberdeenshire, he came to national prominence after the tragic death of David Findlay in 1981. His weekly column for The Aberdeen Press & Journal, in which he reflects with wry humour on current affairs, books and films, has long enjoyed an enthusiastic following. Written in Doric – hence the published collection, Doric Columns – they find their way all over the world to appreciative readers, and Robbie’s acknowledged expertise in his mother tongue resulted in him being awarded the M.Univ (Master of the University) by Aberdeen University in 2001. As presenter ofTake the Floor as well as providing live commentary on the Highland Games circuit, including the famous Braemar Gathering, Robbie has accumulated an unparalleled knowledge of Scotland’s traditional music scene.
Robbie Shepherd MBE
Robbie was born in Dunecht, Aberdeenshire and his early years revolved round the moothie, the Doric language and accountancy. Already presenting local radio shows in Aberdeenshire, he came to national prominence after the tragic death of David Findlay in 1981. His weekly column for The Aberdeen Press & Journal, in which he reflects with wry humour on current affairs, books and films, has long enjoyed an enthusiastic following. Written in Doric – hence the published collection, Doric Columns – they find their way all over the world to appreciative readers, and Robbie’s acknowledged expertise in his mother tongue resulted in him being awarded the M.Univ (Master of the University) by Aberdeen University in 2001. As presenter ofTake the Floor as well as providing live commentary on the Highland Games circuit, including the famous Braemar Gathering, Robbie has accumulated an unparalleled knowledge of Scotland’s traditional music scene.