Host Carman Carrion explores myriad myths both modern and ancient to discover what mankind fears - and why we fear it. From monsters old and new as well as unexplained and unsolved cases, this podcast is sure to terrify. Where does our folklore come from, and why is it so freaky?
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Fabulous Folklore will give you your weekly fix of fabulous folklore in fifteen minutes (or less)! Hosted by fantasy and Gothic horror writer, Icy Sedgwick, the podcast explores folklore, legends, superstitions, mythology, and all things weird, occult and unusual.
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Speculative fiction writer, long-term resident of Japan and Bram Stoker Award finalist Thersa Matsuura explores all that is weird from old Japan—strange superstitions, folktales, cultural oddities, and interesting language quirks. These are little treasures she digs up while doing research for her writing.
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A comedy podcast that exposes the absurd side of folklore. Each week we read a story, fix plotholes and create new ones, and invent unintended connections between tales.
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A stroll through the rich and fascinating folklore of Britain and Ireland. From music, to psychogeography, to what to do if you notice the devil following you to church. It's a long, strange trip and there are no guarantees you'll be home in time for dinner. Each episode also includes a mini-almanac for the month ahead. If you enjoy this show, feel free to buy me a coffee https://bit.ly/2SWoNqH Music by @big.big.sky | Additional artists referenced in each episode | Logo design James Fisher
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Comfort food for Macintosh users of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s.
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Folklore: Beliefs, traditions & culture of the people. Traditional folklore themes from around the world. An accessible podcast ranked in the top 0.5% of shows globally, bringing free access to many of the world's experts in folklore, authors, broadcasters and more.
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Short folklore episodes exploring different faery creatures that have captured imaginations and ignited curiosity. Hosted by dark fantasy author Ronel Janse van Vuuren.
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Digital Folklore is an immersive audio adventure that takes place inside a fictional universe, but explores the real-world truths behind various expressions of internet culture and how each holds up a mirror to the society from which they emerge. This podcast is great for audio fiction fans who really really want to enjoy interview-based shows, or for listeners who love expert interviews and insights but long for something unique and unexpected. Join Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus as they ...
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A podcast for spooky souls that features: creatures, encounters, old tales, and myths.
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Myths, Stories, Folklore, and More!
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Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees podcast: Ghost stories, lore, myths and legends from haunted Wales. Join author and journalist Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales, The A-Z of Curious Wales etc) - ”arguably Wales’ leading authority on the curious and paranormal aspects of the country’s history” - for a fascinating journey through the weird and wonderful history of Cymru and the world. From ’most haunted’ Welsh castles to fairy-filled forests, each episode explores at a di ...
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Angels and Seerstones: A Latter Day Saint Folklore Podcast
Christopher James Blythe and Christine Elyse Blythe
Latter-day Saints are a people of radical faith. Their tradition is one in which angels visit everyday people and sometimes men and women see the divine in stones. In this podcast we examine the lived religion of Latter-day Saints, the stories we tell, and the beliefs we debate. Join Christine and Chris Blythe, professional folklorists and LDS converts who openly profess their faith while exploring the traditions of their chosen people.
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Talking about the folklore all around us. Cover art photo provided by Kevin Niu on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@kevinzk429
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Welcome to the Folklore & Fiction podcast, where folklore scholarship meets the storytelling craft.
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The Norfolk Folklore Society podcast hosted by Siofra Connor & Stacia Briggs. We hope to entice folklore lovers, stone spotters, paranormal investigators, cryptozoologists, folk horror enthusiasts, ufologists, magic users and any other curious souls to join us on our strange journeys around Norfolk.
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Looking at folklore through history to understand people's perceptions of nature through time.
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Join us every Tuesday as we explore folklore from the Early Colonies, to the Wild West and everything in between.
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Fieldnotes And Folklore is a naturalist's view of science, nature, and culture. Naturalist Bekah Simon takes listeners outdoors to learn about what is out there and how different types of people have used or thought about each topic.
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Bluiríní Béaloidis is the podcast from The National Folklore Collection, University College Dublin, and is a platform to explore Irish and wider European folk tradition across an array of subject areas and topics. Host Jonny Dillon hopes this tour through the folklore furrow will appeal to those who wish to learn about the richness and depth of their traditional cultural inheritance; that a knowledge and understanding of our past might inform our present and guide our future. Podcasts are av ...
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Each week we broadcast a topic of Nature Folklore, including the sidhe realm, tree folklore, water folklore, weather folklore, dream vision writing, poetry, storytelling, and the legacy of harper bards, This is the audio of the Live Video. Much editions broadcasted from the centre of our Tree Labyrinth at Carrowcrory in Co. Sligo, Ireland
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Transmission Folklore is an urban fantasy audio drama podcast produced by the Lavender Lemonade Collective about a road trip that is technically a kidnapping, running from a murderous siren, and the making and breaking of found family. Transmission Folklore is a Lavender Lemonade Collective production. You can support LGBTQ+ art by LGBTQ+ artists by donating at www.patreon.com/lavenderlem Check out our website at www.transmissionfolklore.com for transcripts and more information about the pod ...
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Join us as we explore monster lore from around the world and discuss its relation to the human condition.
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When Tamsin Wheatley receives a series of mysterious cassette tapes from her late University Professor, she finds herself drawn into a world of ghosts, demons, standing stones, and terrifying black dogs. Join her as she explores Wiltshire’s rich, mysterious, and sometimes even frightening history, where every village, town, dark copse, and country road has a story to tell.
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Unreal is a podcast about Irish history, stories, folklore and tradition. Each episode searches for the origins of some of Ireland’s most famous myths and folklore, and takes a fresh look at exciting legends and history which have become almost forgotten in centuries past. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Luke and Sasha talk about mythology and folklore from all across the world. Cover art photo provided by Cobro on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@cobro
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Merry Met virtual traveller and welcome to Stories From Lore. A monthly podcast that invites you to ‘Rewild Yourself Through Story,‘ by exploring nature, folklore and the stories it inspires. My name is Dawn Nelson and I am an author and professional storyteller. cerridwenscauldron.substack.com
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My name is Yolo mc pat and welcome to all thing paranormal and folklore where we look at the paranormal and folklore
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Entertaining, booze fueled, informative podcast about lesser known monsters, cryptids, creatures, and general folklore from around the world. Pour a drink and join us!
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A storytelling podcast featuring stories with recipes and food history connected to each episode's story. Is the food in fairytales and folklore really symbolic or does it just make the tale relatable? Food and stories have their own rituals and feed different parts of us. If you had to choose between the two, could you? How is the history of food tied into stories? Will this podcast answer these questions or will there just be a great story and a highly tenuous link to a delicious recipe? Y ...
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Mythology extends past the Greek and Roman pantheon, and European fairy tales are only one section in the worldwide folklore lexicon. Every other Monday, join your host Gree, long time folk tale fan and short time global studies scholar, as we delve into stories from traditionally overlooked cultures from all over the planet. If you’re interested in hearing about myths and fables and legends from civilizations that have honed storytelling over thousands of years, “Colored Folklore” is the po ...
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This podcast goes into the folklore around where Kathryn and Tyler grew up as well as where we live currently. As we move around the US, we get to see the different types of folklore the US has to offer. Each story has plenty of heart and interesting spooks to go along with it.
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Once upon a time, many centuries ago, the veil between the realms of the mortal and the divine was nonexistent. Knowledge and information flowed freely, and the gods eagerly imbued their wisdom to all of their followers. After a time, mortals developed a desire for independence, and a young hero found a way to build a barrier that no divine voice could penetrate. Undeterred, the gods patiently waited until they discovered a rather unorthodox solution for their communication conundrum. Mortal ...
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Niina (aka Fairychamber) is an artist and folklorist who loves to have a cuppa and tell a good story. A specialist of Finno-Baltic folklore but knows a thing or two about folktales in different cultures.
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Folklore has been used for generations to share stories across cultures. Each week this season Rachael and Mindy, walk the winding path of folklore. They ask how the stories we tell influence today’s culture and how we view women. From murder ballads to fairytales, we discuss the power these stories have over us all. It won’t be just sad but maybe, just maybe, also uplifting. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/femlore-podcast/support
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A podcast packed with short and sharp episodes exploring plant-lore and flower-lore, and the place botany has had in folklore over the years. This podcast is hosted by Charley Barnes, and it’s the perfect companion to her debut poetry collection, Lore: Flowers, Folklore, and Footnotes, available here: https://blackpear.net/2021/01/23/lore-is-coming/
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A podcast dedicated to the intersections of folklore and environmental topics. Created by host Charish Bishop, each episode consists of an interview between the host and one or more folklorists whose work falls within this scope, whether that be current research, projects, publications, and more.
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Java folklore or in Indonesia is called a dongeng, is a story that comes from Indonesian society which is told by word of mouth since ancient times until today. These stories generally have local wisdom values that are closely related to the occurrence of things such as events, incidents, and so on. This local wisdom is usually reflected in the arts, livelihoods, language, kinship, technology and natural knowledge. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/javafolklore/ ...
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Historia del tango y del folklore. Canciones que marcaron un antes y un después. La literatura argentina y la música. Por Javier Di Sanzo, guitarrista argentino de tango y folklore, compositor, cantante y docente de Guitarra Folklore en el Profesorado Superior de Arte "Leopoldo Marechal" de La Matanza. Egresado del Profesorado Superior de Arte "Leopoldo Marechal" con el título de Profesor de música popular (guitarra folklore).
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Episode 156: TRAUMA AND THE PARANORMAL
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In this episode of the Folklore Podcast we explore the psychology of trauma and its intersection with alleged paranormal phenomena, with guests Bill and Jaci Kousoulas. For some, paranormal occurrences can be a precursor to later trauma, either on a personal level or on a larger scale. For others, trauma may act as a catalyst from paranormal events…
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Meet Robin Hood, the Legendary Rebel of English Myth
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Robin Hood is perhaps the most recognisable figure in English folklore, darting through legend in Sherwood Forest. Yet discussions in the past tried to claim Robin as an ancient god, recast as a literary outlaw, or as one of the Good Folk, whether a local sprite or Robin Goodfellow himself. How did these writers draw the conclusion that Robin Hood …
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The Box of Puppies; Episode 1 of Sweet Stories to Share; A Satirical Episode About Censorship And Its Detriment to Discourse
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Greetings, listeners! After the passage of the Divine Censorship Act by the U.S. Congress, (and overwhelmingly, I might add), I'll be ceding my podcast to my eldest sister, Hestia. Never fear, though! You'll still get to enjoy stories, recipes, fun facts, and games! Tonight, you'll hear an adaptation on L. Frank Baum's tale, now dubbed "The Box of …
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The folklore of ghouls in a nutshell, how I reimagined it for my writing and this faery translated to Afrikaans. Written and narrated by Ronel Janse van Vuuren. Copyright 2024 Ronel Janse van Vuuren — All rights reserved. Learn more about ghouls in folklore here. Get the transcript here. Music: Secrets by David Fesliyan (FesliyanStudios.com) and Dr…
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Demons 3: One Mighty and Strong
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Christopher James Blythe and Christine Elyse Blythe
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FREAKY FOLKLORE SEASON 6 COMPILATION
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FREAKY FOLKLORE SEASON 6 COMPILATION - Join us at Freaky Folklore as we enjoy 10 episodes, over five hours, of your favorite folklore creatures from our fifth season. Discover more TERRIFYING podcasts at http://eeriecast.com/ Follow Carman Carrion! https://www.facebook.com/carman.carrion.9/ https://www.instagram.com/carmancarrion/?hl=en https://twi…
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Should Sun Microsystems Buy Apple? (1996)
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Original text from SunWorld, February 1996 by Michael McCarthy and Mark Cappel. This was such a bad idea that in the very same issue it was announced a potential Sun/Apple deal had fallen through. CHM Sun Microsystems Founders Panel in which they discuss close encounters with acquiring Apple. I’m glad Sun didn’t buy Apple because by the turn of the…
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Cathy Yue Wang, "Snake Sisters and Ghost Daughters: Feminist Adaptations of Traditional Tales in Chinese Fantasy" (Wayne State UP, 2023)
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Contemporary Chinese film and literature often draw on time-honored fantastical texts and tales which were founded in the milieu of patriarchy, parental authority, heteronormativity, nationalism, and anthropocentrism. Cathy Yue Wang's Snake Sisters and Ghost Daughters: Feminist Adaptations of Traditional Tales in Chinese Fantasy (Wayne State Univer…
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Story Time: The Mirror Maiden by Lafcadio Hearn (Ep. 146)
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Today I'll read you Lafcadio Hearn's short story: The Mirror Maiden. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books including The Book of Japanese Folklore by clicking on the Amazon l…
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EP141 Supernatural Corpse Birds: Winged Harbingers of Death | Paranormal activity, unexplained mysteries, Gothic history | Explore the lore on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees podcast
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Delve into the eerie world of corpse birds, winged entities said to foretell impending death. Are these sightings mere coincidences or something more sinister? Uncover the chilling tales behind these supernatural avian visitors as we explore first-hand accounts like the tale of Miss Griffiths and the mysterious "little grey one," or the tragic fate…
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Strangeknife Diaries
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Looks like them anime boys are at it again!What the Folklore
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(BONUS) 🎬 BEHIND THE SCENES (⚡️S4 Coming Soon!)
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⚡️ Season 4 returns April 2024! In the meantime, here's a rare self-indulgent ramble about life at Folkways HQ... 🤝 Become a valued Friend of Folkways: https://bit.ly/34awiDB 🎧 Soundtrack by @big.big.sky: https://spoti.fi/47jvok6 📺 Folkways Youtube: https://bit.ly/3rUs9PF ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://bit.ly/3dxssVw 💌 Get in cont…
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It's time to relax, grab a drink, pull up a chair by the hearth, and listen to The Dwarfs in Schalk Mountain and Wohlden Mountain from German Folklore, as told by Casimir. As always, our stories are available to listen to for free! We release new stories for free every Wednesday on your favorite podcast listening platforms! If you enjoyed this stor…
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Alles omtrent yster en feë, hoe ek dit herverbeel het vir my skryfwerk en hierdie onderwerp oorvertaal na Engels. Geskryf en voorgelees deur Ronel Janse van Vuuren. Kopiereg 2024 Ronel Janse van Vuuren — Alle regte voorbehou. Leer meer oor yster en feë hier. Kry die transkripsie hier. Music: Secrets by David Fesliyan (FesliyanStudios.com) and Drama…
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Who is Queen Mab? Queen of the Fairies in Folklore or in Literature?
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The Queen of the Fairies is sometimes named Queen Mab, depending on the source material. She's also known as the Queen of Elfland, the Queen of Elphame, and Titania. So who is Mab? Does she come from English folklore, or is Mab the name given by playwrights and poets to the Queen in folklore? Let's find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklo…
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Cloud Camels, A Clever Folktale from Yemen; Episode 5, Season 2 of Fireside Folklore with Hades
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Greetings, listeners! My apologies for the delay getting this particular episode to you. Managing the Underworld's affairs has been quite the handful these days, what with Persephone absent and the mortal world being quite wrought with turmoil of late. This week, our journey takes us to the country of Yemen. Though they are one of the poorest count…
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Greetings listeners! Persephone here. After coming to the Upperworld, I've been observing the way you mortals behave, and I thought I'd take a leaf out of the playbook to defend my dear pomegranate prince, who's been taking a lot of heat lately! I know. Hearing the drama of the gods isn't your cup of tea ... but Hades adores myths and stories!…
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Demons 2: Changelings
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How Chad Daybell's zombies relate to a long history of child murder based on supernatural causes.Christopher James Blythe and Christine Elyse Blythe
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Demons 1: "Mormon" Murder
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The first episode of our limited series on Chad Daybell entitled "Demons and Pendulums."Christopher James Blythe and Christine Elyse Blythe
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Elves in Germanic Folklore with Rose Aurora
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For this month's episode of Fabulous Folklore Presents, I'm thrilled to bring you a chat with Rose Aurora! Rose is a fairy seer & sorceress, specializing in Faery, Elf, and Troll-related issues & spiritual needs. She is honoured to be part of a spiritual lineage of Celtic origin, but she is also trained in other spiritual traditions including Troll…
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Episode 17: Shaking Hands with Angels
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This episode looks at stories of Latter-day Saints testing angels with a handshake.Christopher James Blythe and Christine Elyse Blythe
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North American Folklore Volume 1
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North American Folklore - Here is 5+ hours of your favorite North American Folklore as a thank you, to Freaky Folklore Fans, for three incredible years of support and enthusiasm, your unwavering dedication and passion for sharing our podcast have made this journey truly extraordinary – here's to many more years of thrilling tales together! Discover…
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Meet Herne the Hunter: Fact, Fiction, or Folklore?
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To some, Herne the Hunter is a ghost associated with Windsor Great Park. He haunts the tree where he died, rattling his chains and raging against...well...something. Elsewhere, Herne is portrayed as a demonic force tearing through the forest at speed, scooping up souls in the Wild Hunt. Some tales see him riding a coal-black horse with burning eyes…
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Sapphires and Scorpions: A Fairy Tale From Palestine About How Generosity and Greed Are Rewarded, Episode 4, Season 2 of Fireside Folklore with Hades
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Greetings, listeners! This week, we have officially begun a new season of our podcast because Persephone is no longer with us! Yes folks, Dionysus is officially handling the recipe segment. Of course, that means I won't be getting my Mutabal for quite some time, but I suppose good things come to those who wait. This week, we return to Palestine whe…
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The folklore of empousa in a nutshell and how I reimagined it for my writing. Written and narrated by Ronel Janse van Vuuren. Copyright 2024 Ronel Janse van Vuuren — All rights reserved. Learn more about empousa in folklore here. Get the transcript here. Music: Secrets by David Fesliyan (FesliyanStudios.com) and Dramatic Heartbeat by FesliyanStudio…
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Episode 155: THE FOX IN ASIAN FOLKLORE
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The image of the fox appears in many cultures as a trickster figure, but in Asian folklore there are some subtle differences. The Chinese fox is a symbol of intelligence, and has the ability to shapeshift for example. Exploring the folklore of the Asian countries, with particular reference to foxes, in this episode creator and host of the podcast M…
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SOLAR ECLIPSE 2024 – Facts, Fears, and Folklore
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Solar Eclipse 2024 - delves into the rich history of solar eclipses, exploring the diverse cultural interpretations and superstitions surrounding these celestial events. Listeners gain insights into various myths, fears, and rituals associated with eclipses across different cultures and time periods. The Beast of Exmoor - is a legendary large cat o…
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King Arthur in Folklore: A Sleeping King Or A Giant?
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Few figures loom as large in British legend as King Arthur. Noble king, fair-minded monarch, mighty warrior - Arthur ends up taking on all of these roles at various points, and often a few more besides. How did ordinary people relate to him? How does he appear in folklore and the popular imagination outside of the world of the Arthurian stories? Le…
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Divine Idol: The Gods Sing To Solve The Podcast's Fiscal Woes, Episode 3-1 of Fireside Folklore with Hades
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Greetings, listeners! This is a bittersweet episode for me because we are bidding farewell to Fireside Folklore with Hades as you know it. You see, we've encountered some fiscal challenges related to our Olympian problems, including ensuring you don't have to deal with the acoustics of the Underworld, a transition from dial-up, and the skyrocketing…
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Alles omtrent wimpel-feetjies, hoe ek dit herverbeel het vir my skryfwerk en hierdie fee oorvertaal na Engels. Geskryf en voorgelees deur Ronel Janse van Vuuren. Kopiereg 2024 Ronel Janse van Vuuren — Alle regte voorbehou. Leer meer oor wimpel-feetjies hier. Kry die transkripsie hier. Music: Secrets by David Fesliyan (FesliyanStudios.com) and Drama…
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Episode 16: Angels in the Temple
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Stories of the dead reaching out to individuals in the temple.Christopher James Blythe and Christine Elyse Blythe
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CROCOTTA – The Carnivorous Shapeshifting Deceiver
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Crocotta - is a mythical creature known for its ability to mimic human voices and lure its victims to their demise. It is often depicted as a fearsome predator with a cunning and deceptive nature. The Beast of Exmoor - is a legendary large cat or panther-like creature purported to roam the Exmoor hills in southwestern England. Discover more TERRIFY…
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The Folklore of Hill Figures: White Horses and Naked Giants
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The hill figures of southern England are enigmatic artworks, standing out with their stark white lines against the green grass of their home slopes. They're mostly found on chalk hills, where the chalk provides the white outlines. Countless figures have been lost. Yet four in particular remain famous even now, while a fifth is famous precisely sinc…
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The Sticks of Justice, A South African Folk Tale About How a Clever Man Caught a Thief; Season 2, Episode 3 of Fireside Folklore with Hades
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Greetings, listeners! This episode was recorded before Persephone left for the Upperworld, so depending on where you are, it may be spring or perhaps your Southern hemisphere Hades is eagerly catching up with his tropical queen! This week, we're traveling to South Africa, a country which rose from the ashes of Apartheid to become an inspirational e…
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Ryomen Sukuna: Awesome Saint or Japan-Destroying Demon? (Ep. 145)
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The two-faced, eight-limbed giant named Ryomen Sukuna has been around since very early Japan, still is he a Buddhism-protecting hero or a cursed demon who tried to destroy Japan? [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is a…
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The folklore of the storm hag in a nutshell, how I reimagined it for my writing, and this fae translated to Afrikaans. Written and narrated by Ronel Janse van Vuuren. Copyright 2024 Ronel Janse van Vuuren — All rights reserved. Learn more about the storm hag in folklore here. Get the transcript here. Music: Secrets by David Fesliyan (FesliyanStudio…
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EP140 Murder Most Foul in Haunted Houses: Eerie encounters in Gothic mansions | Paranormal activity, unexplained mysteries, creep history | Explore the lore on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast
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Ghostly encounters that defy explanation are reported at two haunted houses. Are you brave enough to explore these mysterious cases where the line between the living and the dead blurs, and every shadow holds a secret? In our first story, we delve into the grisly crimes of a house shrouded in a sinister past. Who—or what—haunts its halls, leaving g…
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Episode 408: A Mysterious Fellow with a Slight Cherry Scent
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This week on WTFolklore, we read Nani Daughter of Nani, A Palestinian story who's title omits a FASCINATING detail about said character. You'll have to listen in to find out for yourself. Suggested talking points: Decorative Digital Monkey, The Algorithm Used to be a Guy, Rock-Pocket Memory Palace, An Ill-Fated Cereal Promotion, Prehensile Rapunzel…
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HODAG – Horned Legend of Rhinelander
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The Hodag - is a mythical creature from Wisconsin folklore, said to resemble a fearsome horned beast. It is often described as a mix between a bull, a bear, and a reptile, and is believed to inhabit the dense forests of Rhinelander. The Beast of Exmoor - is a legendary large cat or panther-like creature purported to roam the Exmoor hills in southwe…
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