The Enchanting History of Fairies and Pixies

In this powerful episode of Truth Be Told, we step beyond the familiar story of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination and uncover the deeper, more complex conspiracy behind one of the most pivotal moments in American history.Most people know the name John Wilkes Booth—but he didn’t act ...  Show more

Many think taking to their beds and resting at home is all they need to combat exhaustion. Research suggests that the best chance of recovery - mentally and physically - comes from spending time in Nature. Learn more about Personal Rewilding online at www.rhnaturereconnect.com Jo ...  Show more

In The Fairy Tellers: A Journey into the Secret History of Fairy Tales (John Murray, 2022), Nick Jubber unearths the lives of the dreamers who made our most beloved fairy tales: inventors, thieves, rebels and forgotten geniuses who gave us classic tales such as 'Cinderella', 'Han ...  Show more

Wawel Hill - a mysterious and ancient site nestled in Kraków, Poland, is steeped in eerie legends and folklore, with whispered tales of dragons, witches, and haunted chambers echoing through its storied past. Towering over the cityscape, its looming presence serves as a timeless ...  Show more

The Adze is a shapeshifting creature from West African Ewe folklore that appears as an innocent firefly but is actually a vampiric being capable of squeezing through any crack or keyhole to enter homes. CONTENT WARNING: This episode of Freaky Folklore contains themes and descrip ...  Show more

GET‌ ‌EVERY‌ ‌EPISODE‌ ‌AND‌ ‌BONUS‌ ‌CONTENT‌ ‌AT:‌ ‌‌www.patreon.com/crackpotpodcast‌   In this episode, we delve into the enigmatic world of cryptids, those mythical creatures that have captured our imaginations for centuries. Based on Linda S. Godfrey's acclaimed book "Americ ...  Show more