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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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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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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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Curl up and enjoy discovering the history and ghostly events that surround different places, locations and people.
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The hosts Alan, Alex, and Garrett discuss a new monster each week.
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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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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 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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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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Interviews with Scholars of Folklore about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore
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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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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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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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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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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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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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We are two sisters, Minty and Annie, hobbyist artists and amateur podcasters. We're going to talk mostly about anime (and sometimes western TV, movies, and video games) Not only are we amateur Podcasters but we're also hobbyist artists. So follow us on Twitter/Instagram to see Anime Anniversaries and us participate in Fandom Events. You can also subscribe to our Youtube Channel so see a speed drawing of our thumbnails (and listen to the podcast at the same time). https://twitter.com/FunUntit ...
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We are the LazyGamingGuys! We do YouTube Let's Plays and Video Game Commentary. OK, for reals introduction now. We get together and play whatever random stuff we find interesting and make live commentary or post commentary videos for the world to enjoy.
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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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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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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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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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In the second episode of our series, we delve into the enchanting and often mischievous world of animal-based Yokai. These supernatural beings, rooted in Japanese folklore, take the form of animals with magical abilities and intriguing personalities. Join us as we explore the lore and legends of four fascinating Yokai: 1. Kitsune: Uncover the tales…
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Hokkaido Yōkai and Mythical Creatures (Ep. 152)
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The northernmost island of Japan, Hokkaido, also has its own brand of yōkai and mythical creatures. Here I talk about seven of them. [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 books inc…
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Yokai, Yurei and More with Author Zack Davisson!
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Byrd, Kevin and Justin interview author Zack Davisson (Yurei: The Japanese Ghost, Ultimate X-Men) about his new book The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Yokai. We get into his research method and fascination with Japanese folklore, as well as how the book came about. We also topics such as his translation work translating Japanese manga (most notably th…
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Kaiju No. 8- Season 1 (2024) + G-Fest Recap
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Byrd, Matt, Kevin and Lux discuss the recent anime adaptation, Kaiju No. 8, based on the best selling manga by Naoya Matsumoto. The show is a co production between heavy hitters like Khara, Toho, and Production I.G., and directed by Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya. It tells the story of a world where giant monster attacks are a regular occurance. …
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Inunaki Village: Hidden village where madmen lurk – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta
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If you happen to find the village, never set foot in it. Otherwise, you might be harmed by the villagers in their madness… Today, I will introduce Inunaki Village, a hidden village that may be located somewhere in the Inunaki area of Fukuoka prefecture. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/inunaki-village/ Discord: https…
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The Lady In The Bay Window: A True Story Of A Haunted Sheffield Home
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In today's episode we delve into "The Lady in the Bay Window," a true ghostly tale by William, who turned his experiences into a bestselling book. After his mum's cancer diagnosis, William channelled his energy into writing, raising nearly £30,000 for charity. Join us as we explore the haunted happenings at number 333. My Special Guest Is William C…
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Gordon Ramsay Shows - Master Chef in Hell Kitchen for Next Level Food Star - FunUntitled Review
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Aloha Gordon Ramsay Fans! We already had a fiery episode on Hell's Kitchen and it lead Minty down the Gordon Ramsay rabbit hole. Watching Master Chef, Next Level Chef, Next Food Star, and one episode of Kitchen Nightmare. Minty shares her favorite parts and challenges. Follow us on Twitter/Instagram/Tumblr for updates, anime anniversaries, and fana…
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Inunaki Tunnel: Haunted tunnel that brings a chain of misfortune
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Do not approach that tunnel for fun without respect. You may be struck by an unexpected experience of horror… Today, I will introduce Inunaki Tunnel, one of the most scary tunnels in Japan. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/inunaki-tunnel/ Discord: https://discord.gg/MuPBxfQDR7 Instagram: https://www.instagra…
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G-FEST 2024 Review: Tales from Toku Toy Town w/ Ryan Wilhelm
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It's a wrap on another G-Fest - and this one was the biggest yet! Listen to Jay and Ryan chat about their experience - their second year of working the dealers room as Toku Toy Town - and review all of the great pick-ups from sellers like M1, U.S. Toys, Marusan, Tolzar Toy Co., Chibi Goji Toys, Last Bastion Studios, and more!…
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Kokkuri-san: Forbidden Board Game to Summon Evil Spirits
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A coin placed on a piece of paper, and fingers that move on their own. Don’t quit halfway, though. Otherwise, the thing that you’ve summoned will take you away… Today, I will introduce Kokkuri-san, a Japanese board game to possibly call out evil spirits. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/kokkuri-san/ Discord: https://di…
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Ep.122 We are back and calling Scoopie!!!
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Send us a Text Message. Hey Wanderers!!! We are back! You are looking fabulous as always! Today we are calling the famous Culver's fast food restaurants' mascot, Scoopie! Grab a Butter burger, a refreshing beverage, and perhaps a side of fried cheese curds, and join us on another strange side-tracked wandering journey! Scoopie Timeline: https://www…
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Patty Hearst and a bit about Cheese
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First up the story of Patty Hearst and the Symbionese group. Was she a willing or unwilling participant? Did she have Stockholm syndrome? It's a tricky one to tell given some of the things that happened. After that I have a short snippet about the great Wisconsin cheese heist. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanu…
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Heists are all fun and games until somebody gets caught. Or was the person getting caught part of the REAL plan? And what happens if you're stealing from the god of thunder himself? Join Sparrow as she explores The Lay of Thrym from the Poetic Edda. Enjoying the Podcast? We want to hear from you! Leave us a review on Podchaser or follow us on Goodp…
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We're back this week with even more sharks as we discuss all things JAWS with one of our favorite middle-grade authors, Ira Marcks! Is the story from the movie true? Why is this particular shark so scary? Why are we still talking about this movie almost 50 years after its release? Ira has answers to those questions and sooo much more. It's Shark Su…
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Aengus' Dream: Love & Myth in Newgrange, Ireland's Ancient Tomb (Wooing of Étain, Aislinge Óenguso)
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The ancient Irish site of Newgrange is a neolithic tomb and a mythic womb. featuring at the heart of stories which have been told for thousands of years. These two stories of Newgrange, also called Brú na Bóinne, and its inhabitants, the Tuatha Dé Danann or old gods the Dagda, Boanne, Aengus, and Cáer, demonstrate the ancient Irish view of nature a…
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Send us a Text Message. Good evening and welcome to 100 ghostly candles I'm your host Nathaniel Miller joined by my co-host Mitch Hammond. For some the countryside is a place to escape the stress and strain of the city, a place of rest and recovery. But what happens when something dwells in the hearth, the very heart of their countryside home? Now,…
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Maurice Barbanell's Life And Legacy In Spiritualism With Dr. Nick Richbell
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Maurice Barbanell (1902-1981) was a pivotal figure in spiritualism, renowned as the founder and editor of "Psychic News," a leading spiritualist publication. His work promoted the spiritualist movement, emphasising the reality of life after death through mediums and psychic phenomena, significantly shaping public understanding and acceptance of spi…
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Sakamoto Days - Assassin Exhibition of the Century Arc one of the best Anime Arc? - FunUntitled Game
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Aloha Ex-Assassins! Did you read Sakamoto Day's most recent arc - Assassination Exhibition of the Century Arc? It's an amazing arc with everyone coming together for awesome fights. But how does it stack up to other iconic anime arcs? Hear our comparison👊. Follow us on Twitter/Instagram/Tumblr for updates, anime anniversaries, and fanart + https://t…
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Tabitha Stanmore, "Cunning Folk: Life in the Era of Practical Magic" (Bloombury, 2024)
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Imagine: it's the year 1600 and you've lost your precious silver spoons, or maybe they've been stolen. Perhaps your child has a fever. Or you're facing a trial. Maybe you're looking for love or escaping a husband. What do you do? In medieval and early modern Europe, your first port of call might have been cunning folk: practitioners of “service mag…
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In this episode, Geoff and Katrina fight burn out by talking about one of their favorite things...the dead. While attending the Western State Folklore Conference in 2022, Katrina was inspired by an essay written by Christopher James Blythe "The Legend of the Naked Dead: Apparitions and Proper Burial in Latter-day Saint Folklore", which led to a stu…
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A Demon-Haunted Land: Post-WWII Germany's Surge of Supernatural Events With Monica Black
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In today’s episode we delve into the remarkable rise of supernatural phenomena in post-World War II Germany, a period marked by the extraordinary popularity of faith healers like Bruno Gröning and a wave of witchcraft accusations. Joining us is Monica Black, the acclaimed historian and author of ‘A Demon-Haunted Land: Witches, Wonder Doctors, and t…
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Delicious in Dungeon - Can you eat Monsters and create a Good Story? - FunUntitled Review
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Aloha Monster-eating DND/Anime Fans! We review Delicious in Dungeon. We love the diversity of characters, hilarious bits, great battle animations, and asmr-like cooking scenes. Annie has fallen in love with it and Minty is...underwhelmed. Who do you agree with? Follow us on Twitter/Instagram/Tumblr for updates, anime anniversaries, and fanart + htt…
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Okiku Doll: Ever-growing Hair of The Haunted Japanese Doll
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Is the doll possessed? Did the spirit of the original owner take over? Today, I will introduce Okiku Doll, the possibly haunted Japanese doll whose hair keeps growing. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/okiku-doll/ Discord: https://discord.gg/MuPBxfQDR7 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japan_makes_me_scared/…
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Netflix's Ultraman: Rising (2024) Review
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Netflix's Ultraman: Rising (2024) - a partnership between the studio and Tsuburaya Productions, with animation from ILM - is making some waves with its heart-first approach, and excellent animation as it tries to finally get Ultraman to be a viable property with the American audience. But - as YHS on Monster Island host, Jacob Walsh, asks: is it ev…
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BONUS: Smash or Pass: British Iconography!
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Welcome to another Bonus Episode of Smash or Pass. Happy Treason Day! Happy 4th of July! Listen to the gang decide if we would ... SMASH! or pass the following: * The Greatest Naval hero in history! * The Female Personification of the UK! * A Very UK Sport! * A Vehicle! * A Fried Food! * A Huge Plate of Food! * The Male Personification of the UK! *…
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Aaron Sherraden, "Śambūka's Death Toll: A History of Motives and Motifs in an Evolving Rāmāyaṇa Narrative" (Anthem Press, 2023)
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According to Vālmīki's Sanskrit Rāmāyaṇa (early centuries CE), Śambūka was practicing severe acts of austerity to enter heaven. In engaging in these acts as a Śūdra, Śambūka was in violation of class- and caste-based societal norms prescribed exclusively by the ruling and religious elite. Rāma, the hero of the Rāmāyaṇa epic, is dispatched to kill Ś…
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The Hi-Fi Murders and The Geezer Bandit
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If you've listened to a good amount of our episodes you may know I tend to bring the horrific stories compared to what Nate brings to the table. This week is no exception, I start us of with The Hi-Fi Murders, what is initially believed to be a robbery in 1974 takes a much darker turn, sadly leaving three dead and two scarred for life. Following th…
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Welcome to our debut episode of Yokai Summer, where we dive into the fascinating world of Japanese folklore and explore the mysterious creatures known as Yokai. In this episode, we journey through the tales and lore of five intriguing, water-based Yokai: 1. Kappa: Learn about the water-dwelling trickster known for its unique appearance and mischiev…
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What's the first thing that pops into your head when you hear the word shark? Is it a sea predator with rows and rows of sharp teeth? Maybe it's a simple alternating E and F or F and F sharp played on a solo tuba? Or maybe it's a misunderstood fish whose representation in film has given them a bad name. Love them or fear them, we cannot wait to tal…
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Beyond the Veil: Afterlife Beliefs and Ghosts in Antiquity With Joshua Mark
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In this spine-chilling episode, we delve into ghostly encounters and afterlife beliefs across ancient civilisations! Journey with us through Mesopotamia’s restless spirits, Egypt’s elaborate rituals for the dead, and Rome’s fearsome spectres. Discover how Greece’s underworld, India’s reincarnation beliefs, China’s ancestral spirits, and MesoAmerica…
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D&D Anime - Is Luffy a Fighter or Monk? Give D&D Class to Anime Protag (Part 3) - FunUntitled Games
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Aloha D&D Players! We assign D&D Classes to Anime Protags. Let us know if you think Luffy is a Fighter or Monk. Or if Anya is a Bard or Sorcerer. Or if Yusuke is a Fighter or Monk. Watch us assign more protags in the video. Follow us on Twitter/Instagram/Tumblr for updates, anime anniversaries, and fanart + https://twitter.com/FunUntitled + https:/…
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Ohashi: Godly Tools or Death Bringers? ( Ep. 151)
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Discover the intricacies of Japanese chopstick etiquette and lore. Learn about godly chopsticks, taboos that can bring death, and the concept of 'wa' (harmony) in Japanese culture. Avoid social faux pas and deepen your understanding of this seemingly simple yet complex utensil. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a li…
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It's a little bit too early to be celebrating the Chinese Qixi Festival or the Korean Chilseok, but the Japanese Tanabata festival is just around the corner, so we are sharing the tale of the Sky Bridge of Birds! You may know the story better as the Tale of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, but this version has a little more gambling and bankruptcy!…
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True crime this week. Nate talks about something he found on reddit, the story of Tom Justice, a bank robber who was known as the Choir Boy and later the Bicycle Bank Robber, I do prefer the first name do to why they called him that and I also feel what he did with what he stole also fit that name. Then I talk about the murder David Auchterlonie. I…
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123. Love, The Witch Hunter and the Highwayman XOXO
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We love our Pennsylvania Folk Heroes and today we talk about two of our favorites: Loop Hill Ike and Davey "Robber" Lewis. Loop Hill Ike was the name of an African American cryptid /witch hunter and paranormal "investigator" most likely based on the real person, Isaac Gaines (1837-1915). Davey "Robber" Lewis was known as the Robin Hood of Pennsylva…
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"Where are you going, Ma'am?" She replied to him with some address, but her destination was completely in the middle of the mountains. It's strange to be in the mountains at this time of night. Today's story features a scary story of a taxi driver, originally told by Chihara Junior. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/taxi-at-mi…
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#103 Pourquoi Tales: Ancestorial Wisdom
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In this episode that Geoff and Katrina recorded back in March, they delve into one of the "why"s of Pourquoi tales, the passing on of Ancestorial Wisdom. Whether it is the knowledge of where their people came from or how best to behave in the environment, these tales are found throughout the world. Katrina and Geoff tell tales from Australia, south…
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Byrd, Matt, Kevin and Lux discuss the recent Netflix animated film, Ultraman Rising! The first American Ultraman production in nearly 30 years follows a baseball player named Kenji who moonlights as everyone's favorite silver giant Ultraman to defend the planet from giant monsters. One day he comes in possession of a baby monster and has to adjust …
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Hitori Kakurenbo: Cursed Ritual of Solo Hide-and-Seek – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta
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You are on your own at first, but you would feel something coming after you unknowingly at some point. This game should never be done alone lightly, otherwise… Today, I will introduce Hitori Kakurenbo, a Japanese hide-and-seek that you play alone. --- Official Website: https://japan-makes-me-scared.com/hitori-kakurenbo/ Discord: https://discor…
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Legends and Lore: The Supernatural Side of Hampton Roads With WTCW Paranormal
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In this episode, we sit down with William Abbitt from WTCW Paranormal, a paranormal investigator who has explored the eerie corners of Hampton Roads, Virginia. William shares some of his experiences from haunted locations such as the Ferry Plantation House as well as delving into local cryptids and folklore such as the Wendigo and Skinwalkers, addi…
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D&D Anime - Is Deku a Paladin or Warlock? Give D&D Class to Anime Protag (Part 2) - FunUntitled Games
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Aloha D&D Players! We assign D&D Classes to Anime Protags. Let us know if you think Deku is a Paladin or Warlock. Or if Ed is a Artificer or Wizard. Or if Natsu is a Sorcerer or Wizard. Watch us assign more protags in the video. Follow us on Twitter/Instagram/Tumblr for updates, anime anniversaries, and fanart + https://twitter.com/FunUntitled + ht…
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🔴 Originally streamed LIVE on June 19, 2024 We are the LazyGamingGuys! We do YouTube Let's Plays and Video Game Commentary. OK, for real introduction now. We get together and play whatever random stuff we find interesting and make live commentary or post commentary videos for the world to enjoy. FOLLOW US: ❌X ► @LazyGamingGuys ❌X ► @kagezero23 (Jul…
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Death Kappa (2010): Pretty Fly for a Yokai? + Kaiju Go! Event Exclusive Toy Reveal!
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This is the second half of Jay's "Pair o' Parodies" and we finish it off with Nikkatsu's 2010 film, DEATH KAPPA! The Tomoo Haraguchi brain child is unique - even for low-budget kaiju parody films - but does it deliver? Bigger question: why aren't there any Hangylos toys? But Jake and Jay do more than talk about Death Kappa...they have a YHS on Mons…
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