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Lore

Aaron Mahnke

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The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
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The Why Files: Operation Podcast

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The Why Files covers mysteries, myths and legends. We tell stories and seek the truth in a fun and lighthearted way. Our content is heavily researched; we don't release an episode unless we're sure we can bring something new to a topic.
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Myths and Legends

Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod

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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 ...
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The truth is stranger than fiction. The Confessionals Podcast explores the true stories of witnesses to the world of unexplained phenomena. As an interview-based podcast, host Tony Merkel holds conversations with everyday individuals who share their unique experiences crossing paths with the unexplainable and with dedicated researchers diving into realms of high strangeness.
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Sport but not as you know it.Forget the champions. Amazing Sport Stories is about courage, underdogs, drama and myths and legends. These are global stories you’ll wish you’d known about and now probably won’t forget. There are other podcasts about gold medals and millionaire superstars. Expect the unexpected. Tales from around the world, all told in mini-seasons and one-off episodes. #AmazingSportStories
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American Hysteria

chelsey weber-smith

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American Hysteria explores how fantastical thinking has shaped our culture – moral panics, urban legends, hoaxes, crazes, fringe beliefs, and national misunderstandings. Poet-turned-podcaster Chelsey Weber-Smith tells the strangest stories from American history and examines the forces that create the reality we share, and sometimes, the reality we don't.
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A boozy dive into mythology, legends, and folklore. Every week we pour a drink and dive into a new story from around the world. Hear fresh takes on classic myths and learn new stories from around the world, served up over ice by two tipsy history geeks. New episodes every Wednedsay!
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Luke Mordue examines the historical impact of the stories that haunt our society, tales that have gripped towns and cities worldwide for centuries as actual events - Urban Legends. First, hear the tales retold as short stories before delving into the history of the legend, dissecting its cultural significance, factuality, and origins. Released Fortnightly. Season V coming this winter.
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Skeptoid

Brian Dunning

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The true science behind our most popular urban legends. Historical mysteries, paranormal claims, popular science myths, aliens and UFO reports, conspiracy theories, and worthless alternative medicine schemes... Skeptoid has you covered. From the sublime to the startling, no topic is sacred. Weekly since 2006.
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Susto

Adrian Castellanos

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Susto is the podcast of ooky-spooky scary stories centered around the folklore of Latin American and Hispanic cultures. Hosted by Adrian...or Ayden. Either way!
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Hosted by Scottish friends, Lesley Anderson and Mark Dornan. Crystal Myth is a podcast about all sorts of Myths and Legends, be they ancient or modern mixed with our sense of humour and banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oddity Shop

Kara Perakovic and Zach Palmer

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This podcast examines the oddities of the world...Cryptids to Conspiracies, Cults to Curiosities, Myths to Mysteries, and so much more! Stop by the shop, where the bizarre is always on sale... Each week your curators, Kara Perakovic and Zach Palmer will be opening the shop and sharing stories with you.
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You love Dungeons & Dragons; the myths, the legends, and the unforgettable characters. Every week, we dive into the lore behind D&D as well covering as the latest news and releases from the world's most popular roleplaying game.
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Belief Hole | Paranormal, Mysteries and Other Tasty Thought Snacks

Belief Hole | Paranormal, Mysteries and Other Tasty Thought Snacks

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Through deep research and high-strangeness storytelling, three brothers explore paranormal encounters and unexplained events. Collecting freaky listener stories and scouring the dusty pages of classic Fortean texts, the brothers use high-production sound design to set the scene for alleged real encounters with, Dogman, Poltergeists, Bigfoot, Fairy Folk, Humanoids, UFOs, Shadow People, and Sky Creatures.. just to name a few. Attempting to parse out the facts within folklore, the brothers of t ...
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We delve into all things strange and mysterious from secret societies, ancient civilizations, mysticism, the paranormal, UFOs, unsolved mysteries, forbidden knowledge, ancient myths and legends, alternative healing, forbidden archaeology, Magick, mystery schools, religion, alchemy, hermetic spiritual, conspiracies, miracles, pixies, fairies, werewolves and vampires.
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Espooky Tales

Cristina & Carmen

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Latin American folklore, myths, legends, haunted places and espooky cuentos del rancho. Hear the stories you grew up with like La Llorona, as well as true stories from listeners and guests. Join twins, Cristina & Carmen (formerly MJ), every Friday as they share these tales and have a few laughs. Stay espooky!
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The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts. Help us understand how the History Extra podcast fits into your life by taking part in our latest research. SURVEY LINK: https://immediateinsiders.com/uc/admin/a1cd/?a=1&b=4 Produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine, History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories b ...
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The Best in Paranormal Talk Radio Tim Dennis & hosts take listeners on an entertaining journey into all aspects of the supernatural, from ghosts and aliens, to monsters, mysteries, myths & legends with guest experts, experiencers and eye witnesses. With over 16 years experience they continue to be your guides to the encounters that seem to lie just outside the limits of normal life and just past the boundaries of the darkness on the edge of every town.
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Join friends Erin and Sarah as they explore some of the best myths and legends featured in film and television. We’ll discover how those tall tales turned into legendary monsters or beloved heroes. When we're not covering monsters and things that go bump in the night, we'll analyze some of our favorite movies and discover their surprising links to mythology, ancient and modern alike. Join us!
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Believing the Bizarre is a paranormal podcast that dives into the unknown and the unusual every Tuesday. From UFOs and hauntings to conspiracies and cryptids, we discuss a variety of paranormal topics and decide where they land on our Believability Scale - Believable, Viable, Skeptical, or Unbelievable. We also accept and discuss listener-submitted paranormal encounters. If you love creepy stories and horror content mixed with humor and a keen eye, we are the paranormal podcast for you. Chec ...
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LukeLore

Luke Greensmith

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Have you ever been taught mythology by a very polite British sasquatch? Now's your chance! Join producer and screenwriter Luke Greensmith as he explores folklore from around the world.
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The Wyrd Side

Alexandra M. Barrow and Finn Cresswell

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The Wyrd Side is a New Weird / Folk Horror podcast that follows the paranormal investigations of Aiden Summers and Katherine Moore as they uncover the dangerous truth lurking behind the myths and legends of the British Isles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Mourning Report

Rexy Jupiter and Lillian Fournier

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A Bi-Weekly podcast focusing on the dark, creepy, spooky, frightful aspects of our universe.The Mourning Report is produced by Rexy Jupiter and hosted by Rexy Jupiter and Lillian Fournier, with assistance by Leo Orpi and Darrell Eddings.
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A cinematic fantasy event in audio. New Dakota: 15,000 CE, thousands of years after the fall of our civilization. The Earth has reclaimed the cities and glories of the modern world, returning humanity to a way of life that recalls advanced, ancient civilizations. The histories of the old world survive only as myths and legends. Our tale focuses on four heroes from the great tribes of what was once South Dakota. They are known as : The Wolves, The Rams, The Bears, and the Birds. Book I : The ...
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A regular podcast covering different aspects of English folklore, starting in East Anglia. Broadcast from the media suite at UEA, we include monthly podcasts covering a different myths, interspersed with interviews, specials and readings from local authors.
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Join Sarah & Yenni as they deep dive into your favorite myths and legends from around the world, with a whole lot of laughter in between. From tales of our ancestors to stories written in the present, our lovely Sirens go on the hunt to find as much information and bring it to your lovely ears.
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Hosted by founder of The Local Mythstorian project, Eli Lewis-Lycett, each episode focuses on Eli's extensive research into a piece of folklore or curious local history from across Cheshire, Derbyshire or Staffordshire, revealing the hidden story within. Eli Lewis-Lycett is an independent writer and podcaster, feature writer for Haunted Magazine, resident folklore columnist for Cheshire Life Magazine and historian for Inspectre Paranormal. He is currently working on new material for release ...
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What stories are the inspirational ‘Muses’ in your life? Many-headed monsters, ferocious fighters, scheming sorcerers, humble heroes: mythology, legends, and folklore are full of fascinating stories and vibrant characters. For thousands of years, humanity has used mythology to make sense of our own lives, express our creativity, and connect with each other. In Myths and Muses, the Mythik Camps team shares stories drawn from across many pantheons and cultures, with the hope that young demigod ...
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Join host, Jason and Phill as they travel down this winding road of the faith and religion, We will attempt to weed out the myths and legends to the real facts about end times, UFOs, conspiracies, and other supernatural occurrences, but also we will have a good time as we approach the subjects with a nerdy point of view.
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Let's take a trip. Small town, USA. This is where the pulse of the paranormal resides. There are thousands of stories and experiences out there. Some have been told, and retold hundreds of times, and some are kept hidden, known only by the people that live there; this is where we come in. We're exploring the untold, and breaking down the overly familiar. Journeying through the one stoplight towns and discovering local urban legends, myths, lore, and paranormal episodes. Researching the backg ...
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Just in time for Autumn Equinox, happening September 22nd, we bring you our first Holiday episode! On this episode, we learn about how people around the world celebrate this celestial event. Follow us on Instagram @StorySirensPodcast Support us on ko-fi.com/storysirens - any donation automatically invites you to our discord! Music by Donald Guzzi &…
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This week we get into the legend of Knobby; a relative of bigfoot! We also discuss the many ghosts of the haunted Queen Mary Hotel, that was once a prestigious cruise ship! Email us your stories!!! or if you want to sponsor us ;) Email - ⁠⁠⁠mysteriesmythslegends@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ ESTY: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/LuxieandLuna?ref=simple-shop-header-nam…
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More fables from Aesop about life on the farm and how, if someone stops by wearing your friend's skin...they might not be all that trustworthy. The creature is the Veo, a dragon you don't want to slay. Discord: https://myths.link/discord Social Media: https://instagram.com/mythsandlegends Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership --- Spons…
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Belle Gunness was a notorious Norwegian-American serial killer who buried her many victims on her farm in La Porte, Indiana. The farm has long been rumored to be haunted due to its dark history. So turn the lights down and relax as we bring you the tale of “The La Porte Ghoul.”By Hoosier Myths and Legends
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It's time to relax, grab a drink, pull up a chair by the hearth, and listen to The Girl Who Married the Crow from Sioux 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! Don't forget we tell stories live every three …
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In this episode we delve into one Man...awydan's journey through his mid-life crisis struggles!! This is the third branch of the Mabinogi and the last branch that I was set to cover. You can now listen to each branch in order of when I uploaded them or from 1-4 - enjoy! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.…
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In episode 690: Cryptid Warfare Operations, the Cryptid Warfare Operations team joins Tony to talk about some of their most wild experiences in the field. They begin by explaining that during a mission in Mountain City, the team encountered strange creatures pacing them in the woods, triggering alarms and causing tense moments with rifles drawn. On…
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Henry VII has gone down in history as the miserable miser who, rightly or wrongly, seized the English Crown from the hands of Richard III at the battle of Bosworth. But, according to historian and author Nathen Amin, Henry's rise to power was unprecedented – and his rotten reputation blown out of proportion. In this 'Life of the week' episode, Nath…
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Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika is a Peabody Award-winning audio journalist and an assistant professor of journalism at New York University. His latest podcast, Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPD “takes listeners on a journey to uncover the hidden history of the largest police force in the world – from its roots in slavery, to rival police ga…
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When we talk about the intersection of history and folklore, few individuals in history sat themselves so firmly on that target like well-known one man. The lesser known elements of his life, though, are the most fascinating. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, and research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by…
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On Episode 480: The Hidden Origins of Skinwalker Ranch, we are joined by a major broadcasting influence of mine, Clyde Lewis. Years ago, I was introduced to Clyde's show Ground Zero and it changed my life and how I broadcast forever. The first time I tuned into his show it was like a light switch being flicked in my brain - I had finally found a sh…
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This week, we head on the mother of all road trips in the company of author and artist Mike Bass. Mike's brilliant new book, Frightful Folklore of North America is an incredible collection over 100 legends, myths and creatures from all points of the continent. We discuss some of our favourite characters with an emphasis on some you may never have h…
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Watch on Youtube 👉 https://youtu.be/Z0HY9_XEoSw When the sun abandons her post, and the shadows begin to breathe, our world is changed. Familiar places have become thin, and have let the darkness in The Old Shack, where beastly forms now lie in wait. The doorway that invites smiling yet sinister visitors. The abandoned place of worship where an anc…
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In 2003, Namibia's Rudie van Vuuren became the first - and, to date, only - man to have played at both the cricket and rugby World Cups. His feat was made all the more impressive by the fact that he was also working full-time as a doctor. His sporting career saw him take on stars like Sachin Tendulkar, Shoaib Akhtar and James Anderson; though Namib…
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In 1946, as Japan stood in ruins at the end of the Second World War, an international trial was launched in Tokyo. It was a mammoth legal and political undertaking that lasted more than two years, as top Japanese leaders were tried by a panel of 11 international judges for war crimes, crimes against humanity and crimes against peace. Historian Gary…
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What do we know about James I's sexuality? How did Charles I squander his throne? How successful was the 'Glorious Revolution'? And why is the turbulence of the 17th century still overshadowed by the Tudors? In today's Everything you wanted to know episode, Anna Keay answers your queries on the Stuart dynasty. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced b…
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The second half of our goddesses of fate series! This week, we dive into the lore of Beshaba, the maid of misfortune! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast swag Homebrew Corner: The Gold Knife Bandits Equip your own adventures: D&D 5th Edition Starter Set: https://amzn.to/2WgZX6O D&D 5th Edition Players Handbook: https://amzn.to/3iRtcH4 D&D 5th Ed Mo…
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Los Llanos in Venezuela are wide grasslands occupying western Venezuela and northeastern Colombia. This land is also full of creepy legends. In this episode, Carmen shares the legend of La Candileja, the Anima Sola and the Legend of the Revengeful Woman from La Pastora. Cristina shares a very horrible true crime case from Venezuela. Linda Loaiza wa…
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If you could travel anywhere in time without altering the timeline, where would you go? With the rise of TikTok, many people are claiming to be time travelers, sparking curiosity and debate. On this Weird Wednesday, we explore these mysterious claims and ask: could time travel really be possible? Later, we dive into intriguing theories about the po…
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In this episode, the hosts discuss various themes including parental concerns over school safety, the need for stricter gun laws, personal experiences at a recent Cryptid Fest, and reflections on spiritual gatherings. They share insights from a men's conference focused on healing and forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of community support and …
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From the Mongol expansion to the world wars, and from colonialism to the slave trade, the biggest historical events of the past 500 years have reshaped not only human history, but also the natural world around us. Sunil Amrith tells Ellie Cawthorne more about how colonialism, war and exploitation have gone hand in hand with the destruction of natur…
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We discuss TWO major releases from this week. The first is the newest Eberron offering from Keith Baker and an amazing team, Frontiers of Eberron: Quickstone. The second is the 2024 Player's Handbooks. We give our first impressions on both! Are they worth buying? BUY Frontiers of Eberron: Quickstone LEARN about West Marches here and here DnD Loreca…
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Darkness Radio Presents: Hillbilly Horror Story Swap & Tridactyl Alien Invasion w/ Jerry & Tracy Paulley & Ed Casas! What's the old saying? When life hands you lemons, make lemonade? Well, our scheduled guest had an emergency! So, we jumped on the horn with our good friends from Hillbilly Horror Stories, Jerry and Tracy Paulley. and swapped scary s…
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In episode 689: The Bovine-Nephilim Connection, Julia shares her story of growing up in the Ozarks, where she thought her family's superhuman strength and strange connection with animals were normal. Raised in a deeply spiritual family, she witnessed events that led her to believe her bloodline might be part of a hybrid Nephilim lineage. Her daught…
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Send us a text Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, Kara and Zach recount their recent adventure to the 14th MI Paracon The weekend was a mix of bittersweet goodbyes and joyous reunions with friends old and new, making it an unforgettable experience. Ever wondered what it's like to rub elbows with the stars of…
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Why are we still so obsessed with ancient Egypt? In this fifth episode of Ancient Egypt: the big questions, Emily Briffett is joined by curator and Egyptologist Campbell Price for a final time to explore the enduring legacy and influence of ancient Egypt – from the 'Egyptomania' that gripped Victorian Britain to key discoveries that have shaped our…
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Aiden finds himself alone in the recording studio after Kitty comes down with a particularly bad flu. It’s the perfect opportunity to talk through a key part of their research process: finding compelling stories and myths to investigate! Cast: Finn Cresswell as Aiden Summers Alexandra M. Barrow as Katherine Moore Content Warnings: N/A Written and p…
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Join hosts Ray and Sierra as they dive into the mysterious world of the paranormal. In this episode, they are joined by special guests Ryan, Nick, and Brent from Paranormal Theory. Together, they explore their favorite haunted locations, discuss the challenges and rewards of documenting paranormal activity, and share personal stories that will send…
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This is a very grandparent-focused episode. Grandparents haunting churches, haunting plants, all different hauntings. PLUS a ghost child named…. Semler? Who knows what’s up with that. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of family members death, cancer, motorcycle accidents, sex, blasphemy, and fire. Housekeeping -…
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This week's tale is the classic story of Cinderella, or the Little Glass Slipper. As I'm revisiting these tales I'm thinking hard about what the next chapter of The Folktale Project looks like. I'd like to start with having you tell your stories. Have an story that you'd like to share? Reach out at dan@folktaleproject.com.…
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Darkness Radio presents Supernatural News/Parashare: Alien Confessions & Zombie Body Parts Edition with Mallie Fox! This Week, The man who headed up the UAP Task Force is pilling secrets in a new book, but just how far is he going?! Avi Loeb says if we wanna know where Aliens have been, FOLLOW THEIR TRASH! Scientists have discovered organisms that …
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Join us as we unravel the terrifying urban legends that have perpetuated through time, from whispered tales of secret rooms to the unsettling presence of uninvited guests concealed within the walls surrounding us. But the heart-pounding stories don't end there. We'll delve into the unsettling true accounts where these hidden houseguests crossed the…
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Following on from the end of season 2 of the regular podcast, Five Minute Mythstoria - A Cheshire Miscellany brings bite-sized episodes regarding curious history and lore from the county of Cheshire! A Cestrian Song - Explorations With the Extraordinary Hinterland of Cheshire History is available here! Visit thelocalmythstorian.com Follow The Local…
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Soon after gaining independence from Belgium in 1960, the new Republic of the Congo was rocked by the assassination of its young firebrand leader, Patrice Lumumba. Stuart A Reid unpicks this story in his Cundill History Prize-shortlisted book The Lumumba Plot. He speaks to Elinor Evans to unravel the tumult that followed independence and the devast…
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Terry Lovelace, a former Air Force medic, kept a terrifying secret for 40 years. A routine x-ray in 2012 revealed a mysterious object in his leg, awakening memories of a camping trip gone wrong. In 1977, Terry and his friend witnessed something extraordinary at Devil's Den State Park. Their encounter with a massive triangular craft led to missing t…
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True Crime Tuesday presents: Lethal Doses: The Story Behind The Godfather of Fentanyl with former Narcotics Agent/Criminal Investigator/Supervisor/Author, John Madinger! On a cold afternoon in February 1991, a frightening new drug hit the streets of New York City, a synthetic narcotic marketed in packets labeled “Tango & Cash.” As police scrambled …
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It's Creature Feature time again! This week, we have four listener submission stories that involve strange creatures, whispering voices, and intense battles. In our first story, a young teacher in Utah experiences unnerving sights and sounds coming from the woods surrounding his rural home. Our second story crosses paths with a strangely ferocious …
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In episode 688: The Ultimate Assassin, Nathan Reynolds returns for another eye-opening conversation. This time, he dives deep into the power of weapons, both ancient and modern. He talks about how certain tools have played pivotal roles in shaping history and how their symbolism carries deeper meaning in stories of warriors and assassins. With a mi…
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