Best Bodyideals Podcasts (2025)

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The Possessed Nun of Puebla 19:55

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2h ago19:55

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Welcome, my unholy loves, to the final episode of our Unholy December series. In seventeenth-century Puebla, a cloistered nun's suffering was documented as spiritual warfare rather than illness. Drawing on colonial convent records and clerical testimony, we examine how pain, devotion, and fear collided inside the rigid world of New Spain's Carmelit…

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A Note for My Unholy Fiends! 0:50

14h ago0:50

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A quick message for my Unholy fiends to say Happy Holidays, thank you for the love! Just wanted to share a small update, the final Unholy December episode will be released on Saturday. I really appreciate your patience and apologize for the delay. Stay safe, my loves. **************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it really helps the show! Apple Podcast: h…

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The Kuntilanak Isn't a Possession Story- Until it is 9:16

5d ago9:16

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Welcome, my devilish fiends! A ghost born from childbirth and silence, the Kuntilanak haunts Indonesia's folklore as something far more unsettling than a simple possession story. In this episode, we trace her origins through birth, blood, and grief, and examine how a woman who never needed a body sometimes ends up speaking through one. From eerie e…

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When the Convents Screamed: 17th-Century Demonic Possessions 35:01

8d ago35:01

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Welcome, my dark souls! In this haunting chapter of Unholy December, we uncover the chilling possession outbreaks that swept through convents in France, Spain, and Italy during the 17th century. From violent public exorcisms to quiet nocturnal terrors, these cases reveal how fear, faith, and control shaped the lives of cloistered women across Europ…

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Possessed in Ossett? The Deliverance That Ended in Blood 12:33

11d ago12:33

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A brutal killing in 1974 shattered the quiet town of Ossett and left investigators confronting one of Britain's most unsettling possession claims. In the hours before the violence, ministers believed they were fighting unseen forces inside a small church, pushing Michael Taylor through a "deliverance" that spiraled far beyond their control. What fo…

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Possessed and Scandalous: The Catherine Cadière Affair 8:31

16d ago8:31

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Welcome, my devilish fiends! In 1730, the trial of Catherine Cadiere exploded into one of the most notorious scandals of 18th-century France. What began as a confession between a young woman and her Jesuit director spiraled into accusations of seduction, manipulation, and demonic influence. Courts, clergy, and entire communities were suddenly force…

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The House of 1000 Screams: The Smurl Family Haunting 9:34

19d ago9:34

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Welcome, my ghoulish fiends. The Smurl family claimed their West Pittston duplex was overtaken by a violent, calculating force that wanted more than their fear, it wanted their bodies and their faith. Over fourteen years, they reported whispers, apparitions, assaults, and a darkness that grew stronger the longer it was ignored. Even seasoned invest…

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The Girl Who Shook France: The Possession of Martha Brossier 8:40

23d ago8:40

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Welcome, my December souls! A young French woman ignites chaos in the 1590s when claims of demonic possession turn her into a national obsession. Was Martha Brossier truely tormented... or performing for influence? Follow me as I delve into the case that rattled priests, physicians, and even the king's court. *Listener Discretion is Strongly Advise…

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Unholy December: The Possession Files Trailer 1:27

26d ago1:27

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This December, we're unlocking the darkest files in spiritual folklore and recorded history. Unholy December: The Possession Files plunges into the chilling stories of bodies overtaken, minds manipulated, and homes twisted by forces no one could explain. From infamous cases of alleged demonic possession to the chaos of one family's relentless haunt…

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Vampires in Pop Culture: Why We Can't Let the Undead Go 23:43

2M ago23:43

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Welcome, my ghoulish loves! In this final episode of Dark Thirst, I'm diving into pop culture's undying obsession with vampires. From the sensual chaos of True Blood to the glittering restraint of Twilight, and from Coppola's lavish Dracula to Eggers' haunting Nosferatu, I explore how every vampire revival mirrors what's happening in society. From …

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Blood, Beauty & the Vampire Myth: Our Eternal Obsession with Youth 22:59

2M ago22:59

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Welcome, my ghoulish fiends! Join me as I sink my teeth into the dark allure of vampires and the eternal obsession with youth. From Countess Elizabeth Bathory's infamous legend to Roman and early modern rituals of blood and renewal, I explore how the vampire became the ultimate beauty icon and how our own thirst for ageless perfection mirrors their…

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Vampire Beauty: The Gothic Body 24:32

2M ago24:32

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Welcome, my ghouls! In this episode, I explore the Gothic body, where beauty, death and desire intertwine. From vampire myths to historical obsessions with youth and purity, I uncover how the pursuit of eternal beauty has always revealed something darker about power, fear, and control. ***Listener Discretion is Strongly Advised*** **************** …

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'Monstrous' Women: Lilith, Lamia, and the Making of the Vampire Myth 15:19

2M ago15:19

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Welcome, my devilish fiends! Join me as we trace the roots of the vampire back to the women who came before her: Lamia, Lilith, and the succubi. These "monstrous" figures haunted ancient myth and medieval imagination, embodying male fears of female power, pleasure, and autonomy. Long before Dracula, they turned desire into danger and defiance into …

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The Erotic Bite: Dracula, Carmilla, and Forbidden Desire 16:01

3M ago16:01

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From Monster to "Gentleman": The Vampire's Seductive Birth 19:05

3M ago19:05

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Welcome, my October Fiends! From bloated graveyard corpses to velvet-clad aristocrats, vampires have always mirrored our darkest fears and deepest desires. In this first episode of Dark Thirst, join me as I trace their evolution through The Vampyre, Carmilla, and Dracula; stories that turned horror into seduction and gave birth to the vampire we ca…

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Dark Thirst: Vampires from Gothic Horror to Irresistible Desire 2:05

3M ago2:05

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This October, I invite you to surrender to the darkness. Dark Thirst is a six-part series tracing the vampire's transformation from grotesque terror to irresistible seducer. Desire, obsession, danger- every Wednesday, starting October 1st, we'll sink deeper into the literature, the bodies, and the beauty of the monster we can't resist. Cozy up unde…

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EP - 113- Harmonizing Your Face: The Dark History of Symmetry 12:42

3M ago12:42

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Facial 'harmonizing' is the latest beauty buzz flooding TikTok and Instagram, but is it really just harmless fun? In this episode, I dig into the strange science, cultural history, and hidden baggage behind our obsession with symmetry. From Renaissance art to social media filters, discover why the idea of a 'perfectly balanced face' isn't as innoce…

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EP - 112 - Toxic Tudor Secrets: Elizabeth I’s Deadly Mask of Youth 9:00

3M ago9:00

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Elizabeth I may have been one of the most powerful rulers in history, but behind her glittering portraits was a deadly secret. To maintain her iconic "Mask of Youth," she relied on toxic cosmetics that slowly poisoned her body. In this episode, I peel back the layers of her beauty routine, explore how her image became a weapon of power, and reveal …

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EP - 111 - Fat Dissolving Injections: The Hidden Risks No One Talks About 7:24

4M ago7:24

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Doom scrolling on TikTok, I stumbled on a creator in South Korea heading to a clinic for fat dissolving injections- and surprise, the comment section went wild. Everyone wanted to know about the pain, the price, and the results... but buried deep was one chilling warning. In this episode, I reveal the risks no one's really talking about on TikTok- …

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EP - 110 - Snail Slime in Skincare: From Hippocrates to K-Beauty 6:15

4M ago6:15

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What do ancient Greek medicine and Korean skincare have in common? One slippery, surprisingly powerful ingredient: snail slime. From historical remedies to modern-day serums, in this episode we trace the unexpected journey of mucin through time. Is it miracle goo or just clever marketing? Are. You. Ready? **************** Sources & References: Plin…

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EP - 109 - The Newest Trend: Hating Your Skeleton! 7:49

4M ago7:49

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They've shamed your skin, your thighs, your pores- and now, they're coming for your bones! A new wave of body criticism is targeting what you literally can't change: your skeleton. Join me as I dive into the absurd trend of rib cage and hip dip shaming, and why it's gaining traction online. From historical beauty extremes to modern social media mad…

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EP - 108 - The Beauty Trend That’s Slowly Killing Us 6:45

4M ago6:45

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You see them every summer- skin sizzling under the sun like it's a badge of beauty. But what if that golden glow is just slow damage in disguise? In this episode, I unpack the glamorization of tanning, the deadly consequences we keep ignoring, and the racial double standards woven into it all. From history to hypocrisy, we're calling out the cult o…

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Beauty Unlocked Update! 1:17

6M ago1:17

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Hey, friends! It's that time of the year where I need to step back and take a break. I want to thank you so much for listening, supporting, and being part of Beauty Unlocked. Your support means the world to me. I'll be taking this time to rest and recharge- so there won't be any new episodes for a while. Until, then, take care of yourselves and rem…

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EP - 107 - Why Are We so Afraid of Aging? 11:15

6M ago11:15

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Why are we so afraid of aging—and who profits from that fear? In this episode, I'm diving head first into the cultural, historical, and psychological roots of the anti-aging obsession, from ancient Egyptian wrinkle creams to TikTok’s SPF-shaming comment culture. We’ll unpack how aging became a moral issue, especially for women, and how skin tone, c…

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Bonus Episode: Your Face Wasn’t Meant to Be Seen This Much! 8:16

6M ago8:16

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We weren't meant to see our faces this much-or this closely. From front-facing cameras to Zoom calls and filters, modern tech has turned self-viewing into self-surveillance. In this bonus episode, I explore how constant exposure to our own image is warping our self-perception-and what it's doing to our sense of beauty. It's not your face-it's the t…

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EP - 106 - Rated by AI: Are You Hot Enough to Be Seen? 8:29

7M ago8:29

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They say love is blind- but not when algorithms are watching. Dating apps are quietly ranking your "attractiveness" using AI and facial recognition tech, deciding who gets seen- and who gets ghosted! In this episode, we uncover the shocking truth about beauty scores, data surveillance, and the invisible code shaping your romantic fate. What if your…

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EP - 105 - Skincare Fit for a Pharaoh: Ancient Egypt’s Anti-Aging Secrets 15:55

7M ago15:55

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What did beauty look like in the land of pyramids and pharaohs? In this episode, we dive into the anti-aging secrets of Ancient Egypt- from fragrant youth-restoring oils to eyeliner that doubled as medicine (and maybe poison). Discover how sacred rituals, science, and status intertwined in the ancient world's most iconic beauty culture. Tune in and…

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Bonus Episode: I Regret My Buccal Fat Removal: A Trend Gone Too Far? 5:58

7M ago5:58

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A cosmetic trend took social media by storm, promising perfectly sculpted cheekbones and a high-fashion look -but the aftermath isn't all glitz and glam. In this bonus episode, I dive into the rise and sharp fall of one of the most talked-about beauty procedures of the past few years. What started as a viral aesthetic has left many wondering: was i…

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EP - 104 - Plucked to Perfection: Medieval Beauty Gone Wild! 7:21

8M ago7:21

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Ever wondered why medieval women were out there plucking their hairlines like their lives depended on it? Join me as we dig into the bizarre beauty trend that left brows bald and foreheads freakishly high. Turns out, looking like a pious, pale ghost was peak hotness in the Middle Ages. We're talking virtue, control, and erasing yourself to fit an i…

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EP - 103 - The Ugly Truth Behind Symmetry Filters 6:32

8M ago6:32

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TikTok's obsession with facial symmetry filters is warping the way we see ourselves- and not in a cute, harmless way. In this episode, we dive into how these apps fuel body dysmorphia and push harmful Eurocentric beauty ideals onto millions of users. We'll break down why chasing "perfect symmetry" is a toxic trap and hear what experts have to say a…

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EP - 102 - Still Dying to Be Beautiful: Then and Now 7:13

8M ago7:13

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They said beauty hurts... but they didn't mention it might kill you. From Victorian arsenic wafers to today's needle-happy "tweakments," this episode uncovers the dangerously thin line between glam and grim. Why do we keep chasing perfection, even when the cost is our health- or worse? We're peeling back the powdered face of history and injecting s…

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EP - 101 - Dripping in Color, Drenched in Perfume: Ancient Statues Exposed 11:27

8M ago11:27

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I'm peeling back the centuries to uncover a surprising and sensual truth: those ancient Greek and Roman statues weren't just meant to be seen - they were meant to be smelled! From goddess figures anointed with rose-scented oils to the political myth of white marble, I'm diving into a sensory world lost to time. Join me as I explore the fragrant, co…

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Bonus Episode: Did a 19th-Century Sex Worker Invent False Eyelashes? 7:45

9M ago7:45

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You've probably seen that viral claim - a 19th-century sex worker invented false eyelashes to keep certain... shall we say, "male deposits" out of her eyes! Dubbed "cumbrellas" by the internet, the story is equal parts shocking and hilarious - but is there any truth to it? In this bonus episode of Beauty Unlocked, we're lifting the veil on the wild…

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EP - 100 - Gold in Skincare: Ancient Cures, Royal Obsessions, and Fatal Consequences 9:50

9M ago9:50

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Gold has been hailed as the ultimate beauty secret - but beneath the shimmer lies a deadly truth. From Cleopatra's gilded facemasks to Diane de Poitiers' fatal elixirs, people have risked everything in the pursuit of eternal youth. But it wasn't just about vanity - gold was once believed to cure everything from skin ulcers to sorcery. In this episo…

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EP - 99 - The Dark Side of "What I Eat In A Day" Videos 9:33

9M ago9:33

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'What I EAT IN A DAY' videos are everywhere, but are they as harmless as they seem? In this episode, we're taking a closer look at the impact of these viral trends and the hidden dangers lurking beneath their picture-perfect meals. Tune in as we break it all down and challenge the toxic side of social media's obsession with food. ARE. YOU. READY? *…

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EP - 98 - Diane de Poitiers: The King’s Mistress & The Deadly Price of Eternal Youth 14:54

9M ago14:54

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We’re diving into the life of a woman who defied age, wielded power like a queen, and became the ultimate Renaissance beauty icon. Diane de Poitiers seduced a king, ruled from the shadows (allegedly), and drank liquid gold to preserve her legendary beauty. Her lifelong rivalry with Catherine de’ Medici—later feared as the Black Queen—is the stuff o…

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EP - 97 - From Lips to Labia: Why Women Are Puffing Their Privates 10:38

10M ago10:38

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From plumping lips to puffing labia- cosmetic trends are going deeper than ever! We're diving into one of the most buzzed-about intimate aesthetic procedures: the Labia Puff. What is it? Why are more women opting to plump their privates? And what does this trend say about beauty standards and body confidence? Join me as I unpack the who, what, why-…

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EP - 96 - Regency Era Glow-Up: Beauty, Power, and a Bit of Lead 14:09

10M ago14:09

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Attention ALL JANE AUSTEN FANS! Regency-era beauty may look effortless in period dramas, but trust me, it was anything but! From toxic face creams to eyebrow-darkening lead shavings (yes, really), women went to extreme lengths to achieve the ideal porcelain complexion. In this episode, we're diving into the wild, weird, and downright dangerous beau…

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Bonus Episode: Cortisol Face: TikTok Trend or Total Myth? 4:48

10M ago4:48

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Welcome, friends! In this bonus episode of Beauty Unlocked, I dive into TikTok’s latest obsession: cortisol face. Is it fact or just another viral myth? Join me as we break down the buzz, debunk the claims, and get to the truth behind this trending topic. Are. You. Ready? **************** Articles Referenced: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/he…

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EP - 95 - Dirty Secrets of Cleanliness: A History of Soap in the Western World 10:15

11M ago10:15

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Welcome, friends! Soap- humble yet essential- has cleansed, healed, and even defined social status for millennia. But have you ever wondered where it all began? In this episode, we explore the history of soap in the Western world, from its ancient origins in Mesopotamia to the luxurious soaps of Marseille and the transformative innovations of the I…

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EP - 94 - The World of "Professional Beauties" 11:42

11M ago11:42

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Welcome, friends! Join me as we travel back to the 1880s, a time when society became obsessed with the phenomenon of the "professional beauty." Discover the captivating stories of women like Lillie Langtry, who transformed high society with their charm and elegance, and learn about the power they wielded in a world where beauty reigned supreme. Tun…

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Yule Be Sorry: Iceland’s Darkest Holiday Creatures 16:17

12M ago16:17

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Welcome, my ghoulish fiends! Join me as we journey into the chilling depths of Icelandic folklore in the final installment of our Frightful Cryptmas series. From Grýla, the child-snatching ogress, to her mischievous Yule Lads and their terrifying feline companion, the Yule Cat, we’ll uncover the dark legends that haunt the Christmas season. Forget …

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Move Over Krampus, Belsnickel Is Here! 6:10

1y ago6:10

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This holiday season, beware of who comes knocking at your door! In this Frightful Cryptmas episode, we uncover the chilling legend of Belsnickel—a mysterious figure who judges the behavior of children with a sinister flair. Armed with a sack full of treats for the good and switches for the wicked, this menacing visitor blurs the line between festiv…

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Beware Frau Perchta’s Wrath! 7:47

1y ago7:47

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Welcome, my creepy ghouls! In this episode, we step into the shadowy realm of Frau Perchta, the mysterious and fearsome figure of Alpine folklore. Revered as a goddess yet feared as a punisher, she emerges during the year’s darkest nights to judge all who cross her path. Known for her dual nature, she rewards the diligent with blessings but unleash…

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The Gruesome Tale of Père Fouettard 6:40

1y ago6:40

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Welcome, my creepy fiends! In this chilling episode, we delve into the dark legend of Père Fouettard, the sinister companion of Saint Nicholas. Known as "Father Whipper," this terrifying figure punishes misbehaving children with his whip. But who is this eerie character, and how did he become entwined with Christmas traditions? Join us as we uncove…

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The Sinister Legend of Krampus 10:12

1y ago10:12

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Welcome, my ghouls! To kickstart our first Cryptmas episode, we dive into the dark folklore of Krampus, the sinister Christmas demon who punishes the naughty during the festive season. From his chilling Alpine origins to his ominous partnership with Saint Nicholas, Krampus isn’t your typical holiday figure. Armed with chains, birch branches, and a …

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Frightful Cryptmas: Folklore's Darkest Yuletide Figures 2:02

1y ago2:02

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Welcome, my holiday fiends! Christmas isn't all twinkling lights and festive cheer- there's a darker side, steeped in chilling folklore and fearsome legends. From cannibalistic ogres to child-snatching beasts, Europe's ancient winter traditions are filled with terrifying creatures that haunt the shadows of the season. In this five-part Cryptmas ser…

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Exploring Edinburgh's Most Haunted Locations 29:54

1y ago29:54

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Good evening, my ghoulish fiends! For tonight's last episode in our "Echoes of the Damned" October series, I regale you with not just one haunting tale, but four. Prepare yourselves, as we delve into the terrifying underbelly of Edinburgh, where shadows whisper, and spirits roam freely. From sinister vaults beneath South Bridge to a house cursed by…

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Sweden's Haunted Secrets: The Haunting of Borgvattnet Vicarage 8:46

1y ago8:46

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Welcome, my ghouls! In a remote Swedish village lies a vicarage with a history of eerie, unexplainable events. From shadowy figures to the unsettling sound of furniture moving on its own, the walls of Borgvattnet Vicarage are said to harbor more than just memories of the past. Over the decades, countless witnesses have encountered its restless spir…

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The Cursed Forest: Secrets of Hoia-Baciu 7:16

1y ago7:16

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Welcome, my Ghoulfriends! Step into the shadowy depths of Hoia-Baciu Forest, a place where reality blurs with the supernatural. Known as the "Bermuda Triangle of Transylvania," this haunted woodland is rife with tales of mysterious disappearances, ghostly apparitions, and unsettling encounters that defy explanation. Join me as I unravel the chillin…