Fabric of Folklore

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Ep 68: Krampus and Other Frightening Christmas Monsters with Jeff Belanger

Is Krampus a villain we should fear, or is he Santa's sidekick? In episode 68, we speak with Jeff Belanger—author, podcaster, storyteller, and explorer of the unexplained who specializes in paranormal phenomena, folklore, and legends. His latest book, The Fright Before Chris ... Show more

. 1h 13min

Ep 67: Christmas Ghost Stories: Exploring the Lost Holiday Tradition with Tony Walker

In Episode 67, Tony Walker—author, narrator, and host of the popular YouTube channel Classic Ghost Stories—delves into the fascinating tradition of Christmas ghost stories. Known for his weekly podcast where he reads ghost stories, horror tales, and weird fiction, Tony takes us o ... Show more

. 1h 20min

The Medieval Harvest and Christmas Celebrations with Alli Templeton

Were the medieval times a dull era? In episode 66 Alli Templeton, a historian and author of the blog Medieval Wanderings, sets the record straight. She describes the period as colorfully vibrant and absolutely fascinating. Our discussion focuses on the traditions around the harve ... Show more

. 1h 27min

Fairy Tale Flip Ep 13: La Llorona, the Mexican folktale of the Wailing Woman

Have you encountered the Latin American hauntress, La llorona? In episode 13 of Fairy Tale Flip we delve into the haunting folktale of La Llorona, exploring its origins, symbolism, and cultural implications. We trace the many and varied roots of La Llorona, from the first documen ... Show more

. 53min 31sec

Fairy Tale Flip Ep 12: The Girl Who Danced with Fairies, An Irish Halloween Tale

What do fairies have to do with Halloween? And should you be afraid? That is the question we discuss in episode 12 of Fairy Tale Flip this month while exploring "The Girl Who Danced with Fairies, An Irish Halloween Tale." We take a deep dive into the history of Halloween in Irela ... Show more

. 56min 52sec