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Speculative fiction writer, long-term resident of Japan and Bram Stoker Award finalist Thersa Matsuura explores all that is weird from old Japan—strange superstitions, folktales, cultural oddities, and interesting language quirks. These are little treasures she digs up while doing research for her writing.
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The hosts Alan, Alex, and Garrett discuss a new monster each week.
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A podcast to the chilling realm of Japanese horror & scary stories. My name is Jumpei, and I will invite you to the mysterious world of Kaidan, exploring spine-tingling experiences that have haunted Japan... --- *Kaidan is a type of scary story that has been popular entertainment in Japan for centuries. You might imagine some kind of traditional ghost stories, Yokai/monster folklore, or maybe any temple/shrine-related thing. But Kaidan also consists of some supernatural tales, urban legends/ ...
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Join Nathaniel and Mitch as they examine ghost stories, myths, legends, and creepy pasta from Japan, Korea, and the rest of Asia. Whether its Japanese yokai (monsters) or yurei (ghosts), or Korean gwishin (ghosts) or dokkaebi (ogres/goblins), they try to uncover the culprits behind each paranormal tale. With years of experience living, traveling, and studying in Japan and Korea, Nathaniel and Mitch bring a unique perspective to their hunt for answers to these spooky stories. If you love scar ...
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Fabulous Folklore will give you your weekly fix of fabulous folklore in fifteen minutes (or less)! Hosted by fantasy and Gothic horror writer, Icy Sedgwick, the podcast explores folklore, legends, superstitions, mythology, and all things weird, occult and unusual.
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Every week, we explore the origins of your favorite myths, folklore, fairy tales, and stories from pop culture. From Little Red Riding Hood cannibalizing her grandmother to Zeus' hundredth love affair, nothing is off limits! Sorry for ruining your childhood!
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A mother and son duo exploring the dark, strange, and twisted things in the world around them.
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Join hosts Byrd and Matt as they discuss all things giant monsters, tokusatsu, and Japanese fantasy films. Come here for a regular dose of everything Godzilla, Gamera, King Kong, Ultraman and everything in between!
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A podcast about all things strange, fortean, unknown, and just plain weird.
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A podcast where history, DnD, true crime and spooky tales collide to form an amusing mess! Brought to you by ADHD, caffeine and insomnia 🤣 Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/missionspooky/support
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Welcome to Arcanum Obscura: A Podcast of Exploration. We’ll be talking about and discussing obscure subjects like strange unsolved cases, the paranormal and supernatural, cryptids, anything bizarre that interests us. And as we talk about the topics the conversations will almost 100% branch off into random things. We’re your hosts and friends Chris and Nate and we really hope you enjoy the stories we find and bring to you, hopefully get a few laughs along the way and feel like your here with ...
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Hello Wanderers! We are two college friends that like to talk about random stuff, and sometimes get a little sidetracked. Come, join us on our journey. You might just learn something.
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Sit by our fire and hear tales of old and recent accounts of real beasts and monsters you thought only lived in your nightmares. Travel through the dark forest to join us each Tuesday at 8pm central, we promise to fuel your nightmares and entice your mind with wonder. Become our Patreon for exclusives and a more immersive experience: https://www.patreon.com/thecaravanoflore Check out our merchandise on threadless! https://thecaravanoflore.threadless.com/designs/caravan-logo
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When a relic from his past is rediscovered, folklore professor Jeremy Bradshaw puts his life on hold to solve the mystery. Along the way, he’s helped by people who challenge everything he believes in, and ultimately tries to answer the question: can the past be rewritten? A supernatural thriller for your ears, starring Misha Collins, Melissa Ponzio, and Alan Tudyk. Created by Aaron Mahnke and written by Lauren Shippen.
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Unspookable is a family friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. Each week host Elise Parisian digs into the history, brain science, and power dynamics behind such topics as Bloody Mary, Charlie Charlie, and Ouija Boards to find the stories behind the scares. (Recommended for ages 8+) Unspookable is an official "Common Sense Media Selection" and has been called one of the "Best Podcasts for Kids of All Ages" by Time Out New Yor ...
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Audio recordings of online gaming sessions organized through the Open Hearth Gaming Community. To join us in playing games like these or for more information about our community, please visit openhearthgaming.com.
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Hello, and welcome to Cleyera: Conversations on Shinto. A podcast where two friends and fellow practitioners of Shinto in the anglosphere talk about their faith, its cultural, historical, and other contexts, and try to bring knowledge and community to others. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @Cleyera_Podcast, and follow us on Twitter at @riversidewings and @Fox_named_Zoe
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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.
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Join Fox and Sparrow as we journey around the world to share Fairy Tales, Folktales, Fables, Myths and Legends. We strive to dig deep into the origins, variants, tropes and modern day adaptations of well-known and unknown tales. Join us on Wednesdays, every fortnight. Detailed show notes on our website: www.talesfromtheenchantedforest.com
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That Time I Got Reincarnated in the Same World as an Anime Podcaster
Isekai Sensei-Sama, Kermit D. Grog, and Bento Baggins
"Not another anime podcast!" To bad, it is! Isekai Sensei-Sama is joined in the Weeb Cabal by Kermit D. Grog and Bento Baggins for discussions on anime we've watched, manga we've read, deep dives into the meta, and answers to all your isekai questions.
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In a world as vast as the kaiju genre, there needs to be a podcast that can tackle all things giant monster - from film to fandom, television to toys, Godzilla to Gamera. That podcast is YHS on Monster Island! From the world of Yes Have Some comes a new show dedicated to the spectacle and madness of the kaiju genre; one as fun as a trip to World Children's Land and as informative as a Dr. Yamane lecture. Piloting this ship will be "The Tattooed Titan of Tokusatsu" and YHS co-founder, Jacob W ...
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A weekly Asian & Pacific folklore podcast. Join Kamuela Kaneshiro as he shares tales of people, traditions, and gods from Pacific Island countries, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. These stories influenced films, Marvel and DC comic books, Disney movies, Netflix series, TV shows, and books. Episodes include a featured song, and Hawaiian word. www.LegendsFromThePacific.com
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Welcome to The Fairy Tellers podcast! We explore what myths, legends, folklore, fables, and fairy tales say about cultures both then and now. So grab a hot cup of cocoa and a comfy seat while we retell you a thing.
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The miniseries that celebrates Animal Crossing and "perfectly evokes the spirit of the games" - in a style unlike any other gaming podcast. The complete first season is available now!
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I'm just a girl analyzing pop culture with all the tools available to me.
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Learn Japanese without feeling like you’re in a classroom. Listen in on fun chats and true stories about living life “in Japanese” with Chie, Niko, and other guests.
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The internet is a treasure trove of original fiction! Here we dig through and try and find the next big thing.
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Learn something weird.
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Talking tone and gear with musicians over coffee!
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A Podcast 100% dedicated to Godzilla and all of his rubber-suited foes.
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Persistent Browser-Based Games, the players who play them, and the developers who make them.
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We are two Israeli gamers who enjoy various creative activities. We're located in London, making a weekly webcomic about gamers and games. If you're in one of those groups, you should check it out.
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The one stop spot for your mythical needs. This world has so many stories and tales to offer from mythology, urban legends and folklore. I'm talking Greek to Norse Mythology, kuchisake-onna to the Goatman, and La llorona to Baba yaga. If you got any of those references then this is definitely the place for you, and if you didn't, stick around to one day learn about them. Each week join in to hear interesting tales and topics that won't disappoint, from a fellow lover of stories.
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Supernatural Japan is a podcast about the weirder side of Japan. Learn about hauntings, ghostly tales, legends, UFOs, and a lot more. Join host Kevin O'Shea and guests as they investigate and research the spookier side of Japan. Sometimes serious, sometimes light-hearted and always interesting, this podcast has a little something for everyone interested in Japan, history, and the supernatural.
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These are the audio versions of our Small Talk & Back Chat series. We're Amy & Maggie aka ThinkerThemer. We're an Australian couple with two very different perspectives of what makes a great board game - Amy (Thinker) is all about the mechanics and enjoys tight, competitive board games, and Maggie (Themer) is all about the storytelling and the theme of the game, and the 'world' that the designer is trying to create. Visit our Youtube channel to comment and join the discussion.
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This podcast series represents the work of 28 students from Centre College who took "HIS 435: Spirits, Gods and Ghosts of East Asia" together in January 2017. They received no prompt or recommended categories from their instructor, and built these episodes from scratch themselves with virtually no prior audio engineering experience. These episodes represent a diverse collection of student research into broader categories of East Asian folklore and ghost tales.
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Ghosts in the Attic Bodies in the Basement Would you like to come inside the manor? Enter if you dare. Host Lindsey Behee will take a journey with you into the dark, mysterious, twisted and unexplained. We’ll go up to the creepy, dusty attic for tales of the paranormal. I’m talking ghosts, cryptids, and lore! We’ll go down into the dark, dirty basement to dive into stories of True Crime… murder, unsolved murder and disappearances. So come on in. You won’t regret it. Support this podcast: htt ...
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The Witching Hour: Stories of the Macabre & Unusual
Witching Hour: Stories of the Macabre & Unusual
Delve deep into the world of the macabre and unusual in this bi-weekly podcast where three friends discuss everything from serial killers and horror movies to the paranormal and the world's greatest mysteries. Join in the fun with play along drinking games and riotous debauchery.
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Hearts of Yokai: The Deepening Gulf (Session Zero)
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We work through city and character creation creation in the session zero for this modern urban fantasy PbtA game inspired by Changeling the Lost, The Magicians, DIE, isekai, and more. This session is part of Open Hearth Gaming Community, you can find out more at openhearthgaming.com This is part of Open Hearth Gaming Community, you can find out mor…
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Japanese Shinto Mythology: Kami, Oni, and Yokai
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Join us this week as we discuss the mythology of the Kami, Oni, and Yokai of Japanese Shinto beliefs and folklore. Join the discussion on our Discord at https://discord.gg/3FvTJKAma9. Support our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/theknownunknowns to get a range of special bonus content. Support the Show.…
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127. Yokai Summer! : Four - Hungry Ghosts
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In this special episode, released on the day of the Hungry Ghost Festival 2024, we delve into the haunting and fascinating world of Hungry Ghosts. These spirits, driven by insatiable desires and unfulfilled cravings, are a significant part of both folklore and religious teachings in East Asian cultures. Join us as we explore the lore and philosophy…
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Unveiling the Lesser-Known Yokai: Japan's Haunting Spirits
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Welcome back to our podcast. I'm the Gentleman, accompanied by the disturbed Southern Belle. In today's episode, we delve into the fascinating world of Japanese cryptids, focusing mainly on the yokai—spirits that can be either malevolent or benign. We start with the Jorogumo, or spider woman, a creature that can transform from an orb-weaver spider …
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Yokai and Japanese Folklore with Thersa Matsuura
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Thersa Matsuura, an American author living in Japan, explores lesser-known aspects of Japanese culture, folklore, superstitions, and myths. Fluent in Japanese, she uses her research to write stories and for her podcast Uncanny Japan. She's also the author of The Book of Japanese Folklore, which explores a range of spirits, monsters, and yokai for J…
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Shonen Jumping the Gun: Yokai Buster Murakami
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Continuing Shonen Jump's exorcist arc, Kermit D. Grog and Isekai Sensei-Sama are checking out Yokai Buster Murakami. Chat with us instantly by clicking here! Support the Show. Sugoi Mart is your one-stop shop for the best Japanese snacks, candy, toys, and merch! Click here or use code APR15 at checkout to get 15% off your first order. Check out our…
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Mythical Beasts of Scandinavia: Jormungandr, Fafnir, and More
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Welcome to our podcast, and welcome back if you are a returning listener. I am the gentleman accompanied by the disturbed Southern Belle. Today, our episode is centered on the mythological creatures of Scandinavian folklore and mythology. We begin with Jormungandr, the serpent that encircles the world and is the son of Loki. Discover the tale of ho…
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Folklore of Ornamental Birds: From Holy Birds to Death Omens
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Humans have found a whole range of uses for birds over the centuries. Hunting with them, keeping them for their song, using them for food or divination - and because some of them are uncommonly pretty. Look at the magnificent peacock with its elaborate tail, or the sweet little goldfinch with its black and red mask. Even the humble dove is both pro…
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Monster of the Week - Pine Lake - Episode 2
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Our monster hunting teenagers pair up to investigate the morgue and the location of Brooke's murder. Original video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjVhkwH0DlI ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By The Open Hearth Gaming Community
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Debunking Historic Building Myths with James Wright
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James Wright (Triskele Heritage), is an award winning buildings archaeologist. He has two decades professional experience of ferreting around in people’s cellars, hunting through their attics and digging up their gardens. He hopes to find meaningful truths about how ordinary and extraordinary folk lived their lives in the mediaeval period. James is…
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Kaiju Go! 2024 Recap + Huge Toy Haul (Max Toy, Marmit, Marusan, etc.)
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Jake and Jay survived Kaiju Go! 2024! And they came out of it with tons of new toys from amazing artists like Mark and Max Nagata, Ressinblood, Michael Morse - and big name sofubi players like Marusan, Marmit, and M1. The duo recap the weekend's festivities which included a trip to the sofubi/kaiju/horror hot spot, Leviathan Collectibles, and the f…
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Unfortunately this ungodly manga is unfashionably late, even though it's seemingly unending and started an untold time ago. Unsurprisingly, Kermit D. Grog unashamedly made Isekai Sensei-Sama unable to record another series until this one was unbearably undertaken. Understandably, the series is Undead Unluck! Chat with us instantly by clicking here!…
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Dark Whispers: Scandinavian Folktales Revealed
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Join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman in this week's episode as they delve into the eerie and unsettling world of Scandinavian folktales. From gruesome sacrifices and malevolent witches to cunning foxes and haunting ghosts, these stories are far from the cheerful fairy tales you might expect. Discover the dark and twisted folklore fro…
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#36 Sugisawa Village: The Haunted Village Erased from the Map- Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta
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An eerie entrance in the mountains leads to a haunted village where evil spirits lurk. If you wander into there, there is no guarantee that you will return safely… Today, I will introduce Sugisawa Village, an abandoned village that’s not on the map but possibly exits deep inside the mountains in Japan. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-…
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More than 100 years after the disaster that sank it, why is our fascination with the RMS Titanic as strong as ever? Who or what was to blame for this tragedy? Was it bad luck, hubris, or simply an iceberg? We'll discuss this and more on this episode of Unspookable. Host: Elise Parisian Written by: Miden Wood Produced, Edited by: Nate DuFort Music D…
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Nguzunguzu is the traditional figurehead which was formerly affixed to canoes in the Solomon Islands. In this episode, Julie Yu-Wen Chen talks to Rodolfo Maggio, a senior researcher at the University of Helsinki about his book project on the dragon and the nguzunguzu, namely the relationship between China and the Soloman Islands. The dragon and the…
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Welcome back to our podcast. In this episode, The Gentleman and the Disturbed Southern Belle delve into the mysterious world of Mexico's lesser-known cryptids. While famous entities like La Llorona and the Chupacabra often take the spotlight, this episode shines a light on the enigmatic creatures lurking in the shadows. We begin with the Nahual, a …
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It used to be better, of course, it did. In the golden age of the High Republic, when there was enough to eat and enough hope, when people could lift their eyes and see beyond the horizon, beyond the day. Children were born happy and grew up rich. Now that’s not what we’ve got. Now we’ve got Jakku. A harsh desert world, Jakku is a lawless place tha…
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The Folklore of Garden Birds: Blackbirds, Sparrows, Wrens & Robins
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It's often easy to overlook what we see every day, or at least regularly. Perhaps that's why we overlook our humble garden birds in favour of majestic eagles or mischievous ravens as our favourite birds. Yet the commonality of these small, yet often noisy, birds explains why there is a comparative dearth of folklore about them. Compared to other bi…
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Head to https://squarespace.com/jonsolo to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code JONSOLO! Thanks to Squarespace for sponsoring this episode! 🧑💻Join the Discord for FREE! (limitations apply) » https://www.patreon.com/JonSolo 🔥 Secure Your Posters Before They're Gone! https://meremortals.store ► Messed Up Origins™ Social…
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Monster of the Week - Pine Lake - Episode 1
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A brief introduction to the setting and the characters followed by the beginning of the first mystery. Four teenagers find out that another student at their school has been gruesomely killed and start to delve into the events. Original video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDdc24GqLF4 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…
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Hearts of Wulin: Numberless Secrets: Legend of Bad Valley Ep 5 (Finale)
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Our protagonists regroup to gathering their strength. They make one last round of meeting with important figures in Bad Valley before discussing the clues gathered and how they fit into the facets of the mystery-- leading to the unmasking of the killer and a revelation of many of Bad Valley's secrets! You can pick up Hearts of Wulin and the Numberl…
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Shonen Jumping the Gun: Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi
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That's right, a third new exorcist manga. We don't get it either. But you can get this episode right now, where Kermit D. Grog and Isekai Sensei-Sama check out Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi. Chat with us instantly by clicking here! Support the Show. Sugoi Mart is your one-stop shop for the best Japanese snacks, candy, toys, and merch! Click here or use…
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Jay's Toy Haul - Marmit, Sunguts, Masudaya, etc.
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Its a few days away from Kaiju Go! 2024...Jake is on an airplane heading to Dallas...Ryan Wilhelm is out sick...so what does Jay do? He just stares at a camera and talks about his recent pickups for 30 minutes. Is it riveting? No, not really. But it exists anyways.
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Moshi Moshi! You're About to Meet Some Demons! (Ep. 154)
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Two fascinating phrases in Japanese that have very creepy origins. What are you really doing when you answer the phone "moshi moshi" anyway? [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her b…
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Haunting Tales and Traditions: Unveiling Mexican Folklore
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In this episode of our podcast, join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman as they delve into the eerie and fascinating world of Mexican folklore. From the haunted Hotel California in Todos Santos to the mysterious El Hombre del Sambaranco roaming Chiapas' streets, these stories will send shivers down your spine. Explore the chilling legen…
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Nate takes control this week and brings some stories of crimes committed through. We've all heard some of these stories, not necessarily the ones Nate brings today, but warnings and unfortunate events that happen due to people either giving out too much information on the internet and social media or being lured through chat to real life locations.…
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Hearts of Wulin: Numberless Secrets: Legend of Bad Valley Ep 4
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Our protagonists begin with their examination of seemingly another corpse of their supposed murder victim. They then dig deeper into the depths of the tunnels under Bad Valley. In a locked chamber they must overcome a deadly trap to uncover the hidden secrets. They return to the surface and talk to many of the suspects-- slowly beginning to gain a …
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Blades in the Dark: Dreaming Cities (Session 1)
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The first play session of our new quarterly series of Blades in the Dark, set in a city the players build in our session zero. We begin with a reintroduction of the PCs (since that got cut off last time). We then do a little work establishing the revolutionary crew. After a look at the daily lives of our protagonists, we move them quickly into a mi…
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Blades in the Dark: Dreaming Cities (Session 0)
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Session zero for a new quarterly campaign of Blades in the Dark. We begin with set up and safety. Then, using an alternate toolset we build the world, our city, and the factions in play. In the end we create an island city, with a variety of weird happenings. We move to character creation, relationships, and how they first met, at which point I for…
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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
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Join us this week as we discuss The Seven Wonders of the Ancient (and Middle Ages, and Medieval, and Modern) World Join the discussion on our Discord at https://discord.gg/3FvTJKAma9. Support our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/theknownunknowns to get a range of special bonus content. Support the Show.…
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Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong (Comic Book Review)
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Byrd, Tom, Trev and Kevin discuss the recent DC/Legendary Comics' crossover. The mini-series, written by Brian Buccalatto (Injustice, The Flash) and drawn by Christian Duce (Detective Comics, the Flash) sees the Justice League do battle with Godzilla, King Kong, and other titans ofthe Monsterverse after some multiverse tampering from the Legion of …
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Send us a Text Message. Hello there Wanderers! It is our 125th episode, you know what that means! Kathew is back once again to join us! Today we are talking about some of the strangest events to have ever had the honor of being a part of the Olympics! So grab a protein bar, a refreshing beverage and join us on another wild ride! References: https:/…
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It used to be better, of course, it did. In the golden age of the High Republic, when there was enough to eat and enough hope, when people could lift their eyes and see beyond the horizon, beyond the day. Children were born happy and grew up rich. Now that’s not what we’ve got. Now we’ve got Jakku. A harsh desert world, Jakku is a lawless place tha…
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The Folklore of Birds of Prey: Companions and Competition
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Birds of prey have an interesting relationship to humans, having been both competing predators and avian companions for leisure pursuits. They've provided omens through the practice of augury, or divination by flight pattern. They appear in heraldic badges or become associated with deities in mythology. But they also have links with ordinary people…
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#35 Loop - Japanese horror & scary story of Kaidan
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"And her laughter was exactly the same as..." Who was the woman coming to save me that day? Today's story is about a deeply sad but mysterious event experienced by a woman, originally told by Ryokichi Iyama. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/loop/ Discord: https://discord.gg/MuPBxfQDR7 Instagram: …
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The BRUTAL Way Sinners Were PUNISHED by the Greek Gods
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The Greek Gods were quick to punish any mere mortal who insulted them... but what about when mere mortals insulted each other? The murderers, the thieves, the adulterers? Well, they had to atone in their own brutal ways – and today I'll explain how. 🔥 Secure Your Posters Before They're Gone! https://meremortals.store ► Messed Up Origins™ Socials! »…
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In which we talk about stars, diligence, hope, long-distance relationships, and what this all has to do with Sendai partying at the start of August. Theme is "Bossa Antigua" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0…
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Haunted Japan: Unveiling the Chilling Legends and Folklore
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Join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman as they delve into the spine-chilling world of Japanese folklore and legends in this week's episode. Discover the eerie tales behind some of Japan's most haunted areas and the spirits that inhabit them. First, hear the terrifying story of Akamanto, the malevolent spirit who haunts public restrooms…
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#34 Hashihime: Vengeful Goddesses associated with bridges
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A jealous woman falls into a demon state trapped by hatred... Join me in unravelling the legend of Hashihime associated with old bridges. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/hashihime/ Discord: https://discord.gg/MuPBxfQDR7 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japan_makes_me_scared/ Japon,…
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This was a tough episode, not as in hard to talk about, but hard to write anything for so we take a different approach this week. I have a list of strange possibly morbid traditions from around the world and tell them to Nate then we talk a little about each one. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanumobscura/suppo…
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Crows and Ravens are considered to be some of the smartest animals in the world, with intelligence comparable to chimpanzees. But for many, their presence evokes a fear that is hard to put into words. We're on a journey to discover those words and more as we dive into corvids, fact vs. fiction, on this episode of Unspookable. Host: Elise Parisian W…
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Join us this week for the next episode of our oddities iceberg series where we go a little deeper and talk about oddities from around the world. Join the discussion on our Discord at https://discord.gg/3FvTJKAma9. Support our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/theknownunknowns to get a range of special bonus content. Support the Show.…
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Cryptids of Italy: Legends of the Iskultoni, Suu Trigulzu, and More
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Welcome back to our podcast. I'm the Gentleman, accompanied by the Disturbed Southern Belle. In this episode, we delve into the intriguing world of Italian cryptids and legendary creatures. First up is the Iskultoni, a reptilian creature with seven heads and crystals in its foreheads, reminiscent of a Greek hydra and basilisk. Next, we explore the …
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The Folklore of Aquatic Birds of Cliffs, Lakes and Rivers
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Few watery scenes are quite complete without birds in the picture. Ducks drifting across a country pond. Gulls wheeling in the sky above the beach, before they divebomb an unsuspecting tourist for their chips. Kingfishers flashing along a river, a bright dazzle of colour against the water. They're so much a part of the scenery that aquatic birds ha…
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