Search a title or topic

Over 20 million podcasts, powered by 

Player FM logo

Modern Folklore Podcasts

show episodes
 
Artwork

201
Freaky Folklore

Eeriecast Network

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Weekly+
 
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?
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Myths and Legends

Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
Jason Weiser and Carissa Weiser tell stories from myths, legends, and folklore that have shaped cultures throughout history. Some, like the stories of Aladdin, King Arthur, and Hercules are stories you think you know, but with surprising origins. Others are stories you might not have heard, but really should. All the stories are sourced from world folklore, but retold for modern ears. These are stories of wizards, knights, Vikings, dragons, princesses, and kings from the time when the world ...
  continue reading
 
The Internet Explorer's Podcast is a comedy-ish, science-ish, history-ish, popculture-ish parody podcast where curiosity meets absurdity. Each week, self-proclaimed "internet explorer" Jimmy dives headfirst into the wildest, weirdest, and most questionable corners of the internet. He “researches” topics like DIY invisibility cloaks, medieval alchemy, and whether plants can feel pain—then confidently explains his findings to a real expert, who sets the record straight while humoring Jimmy’s m ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

501
Mythillogical

Charles Snart

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Mythillogical is the podcast where two enthusiasts of mythology, history and folklore try and make sense of the wide variety of fantastic tales told by cultures around the world. We discuss why the same idea can show up in the mythology of cultures on opposite sides of the world, what real events can inspire superstition and folklore, how stories can completely change over time, and where possible try to figure out what could have inspired people to dream up dragons, demons, gods and monster ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Fairy Whispering Podcast

Claire the Fairy Whisperer

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
🧚Have you been coloured confused, completely captivated and craving clarity? This is Claire, and I am the Fairy Whisperer.🧝‍♀️✨ 🧙‍♂️My guests and I have seen real fairies.🧚‍♂️ To catch fairy whispers, you have to listen closely, 🎶✨ Listen with me…🧚‍♂️🎵 ⁠Fairy Whispering Podcast Blog⁠ ⁠www.faerywhisperer.co.uk⁠ YouTube: ⁠@FairyWhisperingPodcast⁠ IG:⁠@FairyWhispering ⁠
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Witch Wednesdays

Witch Wednesdays

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
A weekly podcast covering all things witchcraft in the modern world, starting at the beginning, making this podcast a great resource for newbies and veteran practitioners who love to keep learning. Feel free to leave a voicemail or a comment on Instagram if you have any topics you'd love to discuss, or any questions in general. Want more content? Find the Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/witchwednesdays
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Magick & Alchemy

Tamed Wild

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
Magick & Alchemy by Tamed Wild is an enchanting podcast for modern-day witches and the earth-spirited. Join hosts Kristin Lisenby and Kate Belew each week as they discuss witchcraft, divination, mythology, and all things magick and alchemy.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Let's Talk Spooky

Shauna Taylor

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
Obsessed with ghost stories, eerie folklore, and real-life paranormal encounters? Join us each week as we uncover chilling legends, haunted histories, and spine-tingling mysteries. From ancient curses to modern hauntings and reincarnation, this podcast is your gateway to the dark and unexplained. If you crave supernatural stories and strange tales that stay with you... press play and Let’s Talk Spooky!
  continue reading
 
Welcome to Moon Beam Musings! Join us as we delve into the world's greatest mysteries, from ancient pyramids and megaliths to the rich cultural beliefs of people around the world, including the legends of Jack the Ripper. Discover the hidden stories behind our world's most intriguing phenomena and explore the beliefs and practices that inspire them.
  continue reading
 
Arcane Station is a storytelling and research-driven podcast exploring cryptids, paranormal encounters, folklore, conspiracies, and high strangeness, blending historical accounts, modern sightings, and speculative theories into immersive narratives. Each episode invites listeners to journey into the mysterious and unexplained, where fact and legend often blur.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

501
Mythos & Logos

Sean Patrick Eckmann

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning. The purpose of this channel is to share the important stories at the foundation of human cultures throughout history. These include mythology, legends, folktales, religious stories, and parables from the dawn of history to the modern day.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Planthropology

Vikram Baliga, PhD

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
If you're on this planet, plants have a HUGE impact on your life. Whether you're a vegan, a carnivore, or somewhere in between, plants are the basis of the food you eat, the clothes your wear, and the air you breathe. We don't intend just to teach you plant facts (though we'll do plenty of that), but to give you some insight into the cool people who work with them. From the soil to the plate to the climate, dive into the anthropology of plants (get it?) and learn a little more about why you ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
Ladies of Lore is the podcast dedicated to the fierce, forgotten and fascinating women of mythology and folklore. We unpick, unravel and explore their origins, their stories and explore how they have changed through time to arrive in today's modern world. From vengeful goddesses to cunning tricksters, warrior queens to mystical seers, we dive deep into the legends that shaped cultures and the women who ruled them. Whether they've been erased, misunderstood or overshadowed, we're here to set ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
The Wild Goddess

Kayleigh Priest

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
The Wild Goddess Podcast is a space of re-enchantment — where ancient wisdom and modern life meet. Here you’ll find folklore, myth, storytelling, goddess wisdom, and seasonal living woven together as medicine for the soul. Each episode is a descent and a rising: moving through forgotten tales, reflective conversations, meditations, and raw truths that call you back to your own magic. This is a place for women craving depth in a surface-level world — for those ready to remember their power, r ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
TailorSun Tales

Eric Tailorsun

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
TailorSun Tales: Sparkborn Stories from the Tuned Place Fiction can be fun. Sometimes, it can be transformational. Welcome to TailorSun Tales — a mythic audio series crafted for those who still carry the spark. Each episode explores the living legacy of Gualah — a land lost to fear, but remembered in blood. Through ancestral sound design, sacred storytelling, and original music, we follow the Sparkborn — modern-day descendants of the Twelve Great Families, each keeper of a Song of Understand ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Southern Demonology

Southern Demonology

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Southern Demonology is a podcast that explores angelology, demonology, ghosts, spirits, and monsters from antiquity to the modern day through an academic lens. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/southerndemonology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  continue reading
 
Most people are baffled at any idea that fairies could exist...and telling people you've had a fairy encounter is a major taboo. The Modern Fairy Sightings Podcast hears from people who’ve had experiences and want to share them. Whether you’re already a believer, or full of intrigue, come open-minded and open-hearted…simply listen, and make your own mind up. But take heed, these are not winged Tinkerbells. These are real fairies. Please note: this podcast is not suitable for children as it m ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Deep into History

Deep into History

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Deep into History is a podcast that explores some of History's greatest moments. I'm Arjun, I'm a tale spinner, and I spin our lore into epic stories just for you. You can support my work at: www.patreon.com/deepintohistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
The Lorekeepers Library (Formally Podcast Folklore) is a captivating journey into the shadows of history, culture, and the supernatural, hosted by Kayleigh and Kriss. Born from a love of storytelling and a fascination with myths and legends, the podcast brings to life the rich tapestry of folklore from around the world. Whether unravelling the chilling origins of Halloween, exploring the mystique of Medusa, or chasing the flickering glow of corpse candles, each episode delves into the storie ...
  continue reading
 
A creative dispatch with entrepreneurs, artists, and modern creatives shaping the future of Richmond — one story, one project, one idea at a time. Vera House is where conversation meets craft. From local legends to local movements, this is for makers, creators, and doers.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Shell's Spooky Stories

Michele Marie Liddle

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Weekly
 
Welcome to "Shell's Spooky Stories," a weekly journey into the realm of the paranormal, where reality blurs with the unexplained. Join host Michele as she weaves captivating tales of ghostly encounters, eerie phenomena and supernatural experiences. Each episode immerses you in a world where the veil between our reality and the unknown grows thin, featuring both original stories and true accounts shared by her extensive network in the paranormal community.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

51
muzykatradycyjna.pl

muzykatradycyjna.pl

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
Podcasty muzykatradycyjna.pl opowiadają dźwiękiem o muzyce wiejskiej w różnych regionach Polski. Prezentujemy nagrania wykonawców kontynuujących lokalne i rodzinne zwyczaje muzyczne. Rozmawiamy o historii muzyki tradycyjnej, jej współczesnych odsłonach i przyszłości. Chcemy stworzyć przestrzeń do dyskusji o aktualnych kontekstach tradycji muzycznych i stawiania pytań – dlaczego, po co i jak? Gośćmi podcastów są mistrzowie śpiewu i gry na instrumentach oraz ich uczniowie. Dzielą się swoją muz ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Fiber Coven Podcast

Fiber Coven

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
A weekly witchy themed fiber arts podcast! We're a coven of two yarn witches trying to craft fiber magic through knitting, dyeing, spinning, and whatever we can get our witchy hands on. It's a long distance coven, so we thought we'd open it up to yarn witches across the globe so we can spread our black magics far and wide. Lauren is the dyer behind Valkyrie Fibers and Emily designs knitting patterns under the name Kitty With A Cupcake. New episodes drop on Tuesdays!
  continue reading
 
Dive into the fascinating world of experimental archaeology, where scientists, craftspeople, sound-experts, musicians, artists and re-enactors come together to recreate the past. They investigate human activities from a wide range of eras, areas and civilizations. Their work involves both the use of traditional materials and techniques but increasingly also modern digital technology. Our three formats are ‘Encounters’ with experts within the field, ‘Showcases’ of the work and projects of EXA ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Things To Think On

Kyle Evans, Kelli Evans

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
Every episode we explore interesting topics that impact our lives and fascinating ideas that get us thinking. Join us as we have conversations ranging from the future of education to the existence of bigfoot.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Dissecting Dragons

J.A. Ironside & M.E. Vaughan

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly+
 
Authors J.A. Ironside and M.E. Vaughan talk about books, films and all aspects of speculative fiction, from the nuts and bolts of writing it, to its (occasionally) obscure origins.
  continue reading
 
Nothing stays buried. Join the cult every Tuesday with Pumpkin Hill Radio, your weekly broadcast from the Red Temple. We dig up the strange — the paranormal, the occult, and the unexplained — chasing threads from ancient mysteries to modern fringe phenomena. What we cover: 👽 Paranormal encounters and firsthand accounts 🔍 Forgotten history and ancient civilizations 📚 Magical systems, mystical traditions, esoteric texts 🕵️ Secret government ops and conspiracy lore 🦄 Cryptids, folklore, regiona ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

51
Mania

Harlequin Grim

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Monthly
 
The Mania Podcast explores dark, historical stories, casting light on wicked events and individuals from before modern times. From Victorian superstitions to bizarre, Medieval witchcraft, our labyrinth of iniquity, mystery, and nightmares await. Here, the dead return to share their tales, only now the living listen.
  continue reading
 
Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees podcast: Step into the weird and wonderful world of haunted Wales with this monthly podcast that explores ghost stories, Gothic tales, uncanny encounters, ancient lore, and the rich folklore of Wales. Join Welsh storyteller, writer, and historian Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales) – “arguably Wales’ leading authority on the curious and paranormal aspects of the country’s history” – as he guides listeners through chilling legends, real-li ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
The Whispering Woods : Real Life Ghost & Paranormal Stories

Halloween, True, Scary, Paranormal, Folklore and Ghost Stories

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Daily
 
The Whispering Woods Paranormal Podcast Do you like to get scared to death by real life ghost stories? The Whispering Woods is a podcast devoted to the darker side of life. Join us every Sunday as we discuss and share true, scary stories of the paranormal from ancient folklore to modern hauntings. ​ Using immersive audio, The Whispering Woods transports listeners to another time, or even realm. Join us as we explore the unimaginable and terrifying, relaying tales of the supernatural from pol ...
  continue reading
 
Once upon a time, gods and goddesses walked among us, granting their favor to heroes and creating sea monsters because … well, because they could. After one too many festivals was ruined by a vengeful Poseidon who thought the sacrifice of fish upon his altar wasn’t flaky enough, a hero bravely constructed a wall so thick and impenetrable that not even the most industrious of gods could breach it. Fast forward to 2023 when, as part of a wager, Hades decided to leverage one hapless mortal’s br ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Scary Mysteries

Scary Mysteries

icon
Unsubscribe
icon
icon
Unsubscribe
icon
Weekly
 
True Crime News and Creepy Compilations, Scary Mysteries covers all the weird stories you want to hear. And if you like us then check out our other podcast called EVERY TOWN. Because Every Town, has a dark side. https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2gvVKzxlEx636qMFSooj Hosted by: Andrew Fitzgerald 👀 Watch This Episode On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/scarymysteries 👁 Check out our movie AN ANGRY BOY for FREE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvtlOlODQ8g&t=5238s https://tubitv.com/movies/1000296 ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
Welcome to The Cunning Man's Journal, a podcast where an anonymous British practitioner of folk magic shares his personal journey, rituals, and reflections. Rooted in centuries-old traditions, this modern-day Cunning Man offers insight into the mystical world of spellcraft, divination, and herbal lore, blending the ancient with the contemporary. Each episode unfolds like an entry from his secret journal, giving listeners a rare glimpse into the mind of a local magical practitioner. Join him ...
  continue reading
 
According to Jewish tradition, the world around us is filled with demons, ghosts, giants and angels, and creatures of all types. But Judaism today tends to downplay and rationalize them away, to the point where they’re just forgotten dusty metaphors. But for millenia, Jews have lived with these creatures and have had practical means for coping with them. Join Jack Zaientz a scholar of all things Jewish folklore and mythology and John Baltisberger, the award-winning author of Jewish horror an ...
  continue reading
 
Welcome to the Deep Woods Paranormal Podcast, your gateway into the unknown. Join us as we explore ghost hunting, demonic activity, haunted locations, cryptid creatures like Bigfoot, Sasquatch, and Dogman, UFOs, UAPs, aliens, and other unexplained phenomena. Each episode dives deep into paranormal investigations, personal experiences, eyewitness interviews, and chilling stories from the field. Whether it’s orbs, apparitions, shadow people, spectral encounters, or alien contact, if it’s myste ...
  continue reading
 
Earth Speak is helping you to be your own best connection to your intuition, spirit guides, Earth, and the divine. Episodes feature conversations with people, plants, nature spirits, and high-vibration places on Earth. For many episodes, we're giving EARTH the microphone with channeled messages from nature beings. Human guests share their approaches to standing in their power, working with spirits, deepening their connection with nature, and shamelessly embodying their true selves. Topics co ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Send us a text In Episode 226 of Book Talk Etc., Tina & Hannah talk about books that tackle retellings of old classics, folklore, and mythology. If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's …
  continue reading
 
Sleep - something so mundane we do it around eight hours out of every twenty-four - makes a great vehicle for horror. Judging by folkloric record and cross cultural points of similarity, it's been part of horror for millennia. From old hag syndrome to nightmares to the simple but essential necessity of being unaware and vulnerable for blocks of tim…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text A perfect circle of mushrooms in the grass can feel like a message. We follow that feeling into the heart of fungi and folklore with Amanda McLoughlin and Julia Schifini of Spirits, exploring why mushrooms unsettle us, how they anchor myth, and what they can teach us about living with limits and wonder. From fairy rings and house spi…
  continue reading
 
Thinking of the French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, it is hard to think of him without imagining him in very particular contexts. One will likely imagine him in a Parisian cafe working through a pack of cigarettes and coffee, working on his latest play while waiting for his friend Pierre to arrive. His theories of freedom against the temptations o…
  continue reading
 
Antarcticness: Inspirations and Imaginaries (UCL Press, 2022) edited by Ilan Kelman Antarcticness joins disciplines, communication approaches, and ideas to explore meanings and depictions of Antarctica. Personal and professional words in poetry and prose, plus images, present and represent Antarctica, as presumed and as imagined, alongside what is …
  continue reading
 
During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Western world became obsessed with a single idea: that the living could communicate directly with the dead. In this episode, we explore the rise of Spiritualism, the séance boom, and the scientific figures who tried to test the limits of consciousness. From the Fox Sisters in upstate New York to the controlle…
  continue reading
 
This episode contains references to the violent death of a parent by a child, suicide, and themes of Satanism and mental distress. While the content is not graphic, it may be disturbing to some listeners. Discretion is strongly advised. In Jefferson Township, New Jersey, a 14-year-old altar boy killed his mother and took his own life in what some b…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Shell and Liam Investigate Ghostly Family Visits, Dream Premonitions, and Supernatural Evidence - Ep. 55. Dive into the world of paranormal investigations with Shell and Liam as they discuss chilling real-life experiences and strange happenings. In this episode, you'll hear firsthand accounts of unexplained events and get an inside l…
  continue reading
 
This episode contains references to the sudden deaths of children under mysterious circumstances. While not graphic, the content may be distressing to some listeners. Discretion is advised. In 1899, in the Yorkshire town of Sowerby Bridge, two young sisters, Amy and Alice Kirby, died just hours apart after mysteriously bursting into flames in separ…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Episode Show Notes Welcome back to Let’s Talk Spooky, the podcast where eerie tales, strange encounters, and whispered folklore come to life. Tonight’s episode is a special one — because every story you’re about to hear came from you. From shadowed hallways and childhood bedrooms to lonely highways and ancestral homes that hold more …
  continue reading
 
Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners. It's been some time since we've convened on this feed. The production of that Jewish folktale we had intended to produce has been difficult. The anger has been immense, and so has the grief. So, rather than force something, we wrote a song in response to the "ceasefire" that was, at its core, …
  continue reading
 
Dziś przed Wami pieśń „Do pługa”, która jest hymnem Biskupizny – mikroregionu etnograficznego leżącego w Wielkopolsce. Jej słowa odzwierciedlają biskupiański etos – jeśli wysłuchacie audycji, dowiecie się, co cenią i jak śpiewają Biskupianie. Audycję zrealizowała: Martyna Żurek – śpiewaczka, skrzypaczka i tancerka z Regionu Kozła. Biskupiański Zesp…
  continue reading
 
Got thoughts? Throw them at us by sending a text here Join RVAx – the Richmond fan club you didn’t know you needed to be a part of: https://www.therichmondexperience.com Follow RVAx: https://www.instagram.com/therichmondexperience https://www.tiktok.com/@therichmondexperience https://www.facebook.com/therichmondexperience How does Richmond decide w…
  continue reading
 
How many jobs and professions have existed over the centuries which we now no longer know anything about? Who thinks about warreners and coopers? Fowlers and knocker-ups? And yet this now unnecessary work lingers in surname origins and in the strange tales that grow up around these jobs. This week, still feeling semi spooky and continuing their rec…
  continue reading
 
In 1992, a seismic scan triggered by a Chinese nuclear test allegedly revealed a massive pyramid hidden beneath the Alaskan wilderness, larger than Giza’s Great Pyramid. What followed were vanished news reports, military denials, whistle blowers, and claims of a forbidden underground structure the government refuses to acknowledge. The BOOK BY US A…
  continue reading
 
In this episode of Pumpkin Hill Radio, we uncover the real zombie traditions behind Haitian Vodou, including the famous case of Clairvius Narcisse and the scientific investigation that followed. We explore how folkloric zombies, bokor rituals, and tetrodotoxin legends intersect with ancient resurrection stories from the Bible. We break down Lazarus…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we drink deep and dive in to the world of Florence & The Machine’s Everybody Scream. An album that fuses mythology, witchcraft, trauma, and feminine power. We explore how Florence Welch channels the voices of witches, mystics, monsters and takes us on a pilgrimage through grief and transformation, through the scream buried in every…
  continue reading
 
Crystals are displayed prominently at virtually every witchcraft and metaphysical store; however, a comprehensive guide to their use in magic has been a missing element. Nicholas Pearson helps to remedy this with The Witching Stones, examining crystals, gems, and humble stones with the most ancient and powerful connections to magic. These magical s…
  continue reading
 
🧙‍♂️So you've decided to steal from a witch or wizard🧙‍♀️ Are you sure about that? If you are, you might want to think about what you're going to do more than the characters in today's stories from Scotland and Norway. Especially if, like them, you end up stealing way more than you bargained for. 😈 The Creature: ewaipanoma The headless friends of a…
  continue reading
 
Katarzyna Andrzejowska o muzyce osobiście w rozmowie z Marcinem Lorencem Renesans muzyki in crudo w Polsce lat dziewięćdziesiątych rozpoczął się od kasety magnetofonowej z nagraniami wiejskich muzykantów zarejestrowanymi przez malarza Andrzeja Bieńkowskiego. Krążyła ona z rąk do rąk wśród kilkunastu wtajemniczonych osób. Jedną z nich była Katarzyna…
  continue reading
 
Special thanks to kylekekekek, _hcheer1234 and Dougiefresh62 for allowing us to share their stories. In this episode, we share three creepy Reddit stories. The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Follow us on YOUTUBE Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our …
  continue reading
 
In this chilling continuation of our global paranormal series, Matt from Deep Woods Paranormal uncovers eight lesser-known but deeply haunted locations across the world. From cursed family estates to forgotten battlefields, these are the hauntings most people never hear about — but never stop feeling. Explore eight terrifying tales: 🏠 The Grove (Te…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text In Episode 228 of Book Talk Etc., Tina & Hannah talk about the books they are wanting to read before the end of the year, and sharing some goals they have as 2026 looms around the corner! If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus epi…
  continue reading
 
At a time when college students and their parents often question the "return on investment" from humanities courses, accomplished feature writer and English professor Carlo Rotella invites us into the minds of a group of skeptical first-year students who are ultimately transformed by a required literature class. In What Can I Get Out of This?: Teac…
  continue reading
 
As the nights draw in and the air turns colder, we’re embracing the season of shadows. Join us every Tuesday until Christmas for a chilling collection of classic ghost stories, steeped in folklore and the supernatural. An aristocratic family moves into a quiet Hampshire manor only to be tormented for seven years by footsteps, voices, and a terrifyi…
  continue reading
 
In early childhood, Breanna became used to the presence of 'The Hat Man' - an increasingly-reported shadow-being. Recognisable as a tall, dark figure wearing a hat, and sometimes a cape or trench coat the Hat Man is often said to be without any distinguishable facial features and like 'The Dark Man', people describe him as "blacker than black." In …
  continue reading
 
Before anyone ever earns the title of “serial killer,” there’s always a beginning. A very first time. These are their stories, the lives that marked the start of something far darker. 🗣 To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/scary 👀 Watch This Episode On Youtube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/_FB6E603Pzc 👁 Check out our movie AN ANGRY BOY: htt…
  continue reading
 
In the ancient peaks of Scandinavia, an intelligent mountain spirit lures experienced hunters deeper into the wilderness than they've ever gone before, where the familiar becomes foreign and the only way out is a path that leads to madness. 🎙️ **EXPLORE MORE SPINE-CHILLING CONTENT: ** 🔮 Freaky Folklore: https://www.eeriecast.com/podcasts/freaky-fol…
  continue reading
 
Thousands vanish in Alaska’s so-called “Bermuda Triangle of the North,” where brutal wilderness, missing planes, and ghost towns hint at dangers far beyond the ordinary. This episode explores indigenous lore of demon dogs and shapeshifters, and modern theories of vortices, HAARP, and UFOs that try to explain the Last Frontier’s darkest mysteries. T…
  continue reading
 
Arcane Station explores one of America’s oldest and most enduring legends: the Jersey Devil. In this episode, host Mike Porter revisits the classic story of Mother Leeds, the cursed thirteenth child, and the birth of a creature said to haunt the Pine Barrens for nearly three centuries. But instead of trying to prove or debunk the legend, this episo…
  continue reading
 
Jemma Deer’s Radical Animism: Reading for the End of the World (Bloomsbury Academic Press, 2020) invites the reader to take a moment and to ponder on the way of reading. In her book, the author challenges the narcissistic position of the human being: a status that has been established for some time and which has already been challenged before but d…
  continue reading
 
This episode contains references to adult themes including death and local legends of violence. Listener discretion is advised. Dyer Lane, a remote backroad in Sacramento County, has long been the focus of disturbing tales, from stories of a murdered coven and shadowy cults to the infamous ghost police car and phantom handprints. Combining verified…
  continue reading
 
This episode contains references to mental illness, self‑harm, substance abuse, and death. Listener discretion is advised. June and Jennifer Gibbons spoke to no one but each other, until one twin calmly declared she would die so the other could live. This is the chilling true story of the Silent Twins, their creepy bond, and the death that stunned …
  continue reading
 
In this episode, I’m sharing an original folklore inspired tale I’ve written called “The Keeper of the Dust and the Ground-Bound Fae.” This story follows Mason, a young fae born without wings, and the brave journey he takes into the Elderwood to seek out a mysterious old woman known as The Keeper of the Dust. Along the way, he meets hedge sprites, …
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Every Haunting Has a Heartbeat: Shell and Tom Stanhope Discuss Ghosts, Legacy and Folklore Ep. 54. Join Shell and Tom as they kick off a fresh format for Shell's Spooky Stories, diving deeper into personal paranormal experiences and what they might mean. In this episode, Tom steps out from behind the scenes and shares his very own en…
  continue reading
 
Got thoughts? Throw them at us by sending a text here Richmond entrepreneur Hayden Mater sits down with us to unpack the ethos behind Mater Made — a watch brand built for real life, not glass cases. Hayden Mater is a serial entrepreneur, father and husband, and an explorer making timepieces that inspire curiosity, endurance, and a life well-lived. …
  continue reading
 
Still in the spooky zone, this week Jules and Madeleine take a look at the fascinating phenomenon of folklore being created in real time. There have always been parallels between technology and superstition, magic and science. As technology moves further into the non tangible realm of digital space, ghosts and other entities have begun to echo this…
  continue reading
 
They’re Not Shadows brings modern storytelling to the classic radio drama format. With smooth narration, character dialogue, immersive sound effects, and music that feels more like a cinematic soundtrack than background music, each episode delivers gripping, atmospheric tales on the paranormal, the supernatural and the unexplained that linger long …
  continue reading
 
Send us a text In this episode, we travel to Bell Island, Newfoundland — a place where iron ore, phantom miners, UFO theories, and unexplained explosions collide. From the tragic history beneath the island to eerie firsthand accounts of shadow figures in the mines, Bell Island remains one of Canada’s strangest paranormal hotspots. Sources & Further…
  continue reading
 
From the haunted castles of Europe to cursed fortresses in the deserts of India, this global paranormal special explores the world’s most chilling and well-documented hauntings. Join Matt from Deep Woods Paranormal as he investigates eight of the most legendary haunted locations on Earth: 🏰 Winchester Mystery House – The mansion built for spirits 🚪…
  continue reading
 
Biskupizna to wielkopolski mikroregion etnograficzny, w którym do dziś zachowało się szerokie spektrum żywych elementów kultury tradycyjnej. Od pokoleń kultywowane są tam zwyczaje związane z rokiem obrzędowym, a przede wszystkim wciąż gra się na dudach i skrzypcach podwiązanych. Ważnym aspektem ciągłości biskupiańskiej tradycji jest edukacja region…
  continue reading
 
Loading …
Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play