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Podcast Folklore is a captivating journey into the shadows of history, culture, and the supernatural, hosted by Kayleigh and Kriss. Born from a love of storytelling and a fascination with myths and legends, the podcast brings to life the rich tapestry of folklore from around the world. Whether unravelling the chilling origins of Halloween, exploring the mystique of Medusa, or chasing the flickering glow of corpse candles, each episode delves into the stories that have shaped human imaginatio ...
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Send us a text Podcast Folklore | Episode 26 | See a Penny, Pick it Up In this episode of Podcast Folklore, we explore the curious world of coins, pennies, and the superstitions surrounding money throughout history. From the belief that finding a penny brings good luck, to ancient customs where coins were used as protection against evil, the storie…
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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the captivating Native American legend of The Deer Woman, a mystical and sometimes dangerous figure who serves as both a protector of nature and a moral teacher. Often described as a beautiful woman with the feet of a deer, she lures people who disrespect nature or engage in immoral behaviour, teaching har…
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Send us a text Enter the dark and mysterious world of Scottish folklore as we uncover the terrifying legend of the Nuckelavee, one of the most feared creatures in Orkney's mythology. This skinless, part-human, part-horse demon was said to wreak havoc on both land and sea, bringing plague, drought, and destruction wherever it went. In this video, we…
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Send us a text In this episode of Podcast Folklore, we dive deep into the eerie world of the Kikimora—a mysterious figure from Slavic folklore. Known for slipping into homes unseen, this supernatural creature is both feared and misunderstood. Some say she’s a malevolent spirit, tormenting households with bad dreams and misfortune, while others beli…
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Send us a text In this deep dive into the folklore behind Little Red Riding Hood, we explore the origins, evolution, and hidden meanings of this classic tale. From its ancient roots in European oral traditions to the darker, more sinister versions that came long before the sanitized story we know today, this video unravels the rich history behind t…
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Send us a text 🔮 **The Superstition of Friday the 13th: Why Is It So Unlucky?** 🔮 Is Friday the 13th really cursed, or is it just another day on the calendar? In this video, we dive into the origins and mysterious history behind one of the most famous superstitions in the world: **Friday the 13th**. From ancient myths to modern-day fear, we uncover…
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Send us a text Step into the mysterious world of the Rougarou, a shapeshifting creature of folklore! Discover how this mythical beast has been used to scare children into good behavior, protect the secrets of the night, and warn against breaking the rules of the Lenten season. Is it a curse? A creature of the night? Or simply a tale to keep you up …
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Send us a text Delve with us once more into the world of folklore, with Podcast Folklore, exploring the origins of the unicorn, the Abada and its mythical brothers and sisters. #Abada #qilin #unicorn #fairytales #mythicalcreatures #creatures #mythicalanimals #story #myth #legend #legendarycreatures #podcast #folkore #podcastfolklore #podcasting Sup…
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Send us a text This episode explores the mysterious relationship between fairies and midwives in folklore. The tales from Wales, Lapland, Craven, and Germany highlight the role of midwives in the otherworldly realm. The stories emphasize caution, trust, and the hidden value of seemingly worthless things. Midwives are depicted as respected and feare…
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Send us a text The legend of Jenny Greenteeth, like many similar creatures in folklore, reflects cultural anxieties about natural dangers, particularly the unpredictable and deadly nature of water. These myths are a part of the broader tradition of water spirits and cautionary tales found across Europe and serve as a reminder of the inherent danger…
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Send us a text Today, we’re diving into one of the most haunting urban legends of the 20th century—The Crying Boy Portraits. These seemingly innocent paintings have sparked fear, intrigue, and endless debate. Are they truly cursed, or is it all just a creepy coincidence? Let's find out! #CryingBoyMystery #ArtCurse #HauntedArt #UrbanLegends #Paranor…
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Send us a text The Gytrel, though not as widely referenced as the Gytrash, remains an intriguing figure in English folklore. Its characteristics and stories align with the broader tradition of spectral black dogs and supernatural animals in Britain. The Gytrel embodies the mystery and fear of the unknown, serving as both a warning and a guide in th…
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Send us a text Hey Folklore Enthusiasts! Have you ever heard of Jack o' Kent, the cunning trickster of Welsh folklore? Join us this week as we dive into the captivating legend of Jack o' Kent, a man renowned for outwitting even the devil himself. From his clever schemes to his daring escapades, Jack's tales are filled with wit, humor, and a touch o…
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Send us a text Discover the eerie world of the Spriggan, a powerful and malevolent creature from Cornish folklore! In this video, we explore the twisted, goblin-like figures that guard ancient ruins, hoard hidden treasures, and curse those who dare to disturb their sacred sites. With the ability to grow into terrifying giants and summon storms, the…
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Send us a text The Yara-ma-yha-who: Australia's Vampire-like Creature of Folklore In this episode, we dive into the eerie world of Australian Aboriginal folklore to explore the story of the Yara-ma-yha-who—a terrifying, vampire-like creature with a taste for mischief. Described as a small, red-skinned figure with frog-like features and no teeth, th…
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Send us a text The Dark History of Penny Dreadfuls: Victorian Horror for a Penny Step into the eerie world of Penny Dreadfuls, the sensational Victorian-era horror stories that thrilled and terrified readers for just a penny. In this video, we explore the origins of these grim publications, their role in shaping early popular fiction, and how they …
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Karen & Kayleigh are here to tell you what you already knew-- Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos picked Chock Chapple as her future partner in the Golden Bachelorette season finale. Was it great to have a happy ending? Absolutely. It has been such a joy for Kayleigh and I to talk about the Bachelor franchise these past 4 years (and 15 seasons!) -- an …
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Karen & Kayleigh are here for the bromance! It's the Golden Bachelorette Men Tell All reunion. It's the episode of brotherly love - and it was a delightful jaunt down memory lane. I don't know about you, but I needed some joy this week and I was able to find it here. If you need an additional incentive to watch, the Los Angeles Gay Men's Chorus per…
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Karen & Kayleigh are here to recap and review the latest episode of the Golden Bachelorette just for you! This week, Joan visits the remaining fellas' hometowns and meets lots of family and friends. And attends a funeral. Two guys are ready to propose but the other two have more of a laissez faire approach to winning Joan's heart. Who will go home?…
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Karen & Kayleigh are here for the right reasons-- to fall in lurve with all the great people on the Golden Bachelorette and wish they were part of our family. obviously. This week, Joan has one on one dates with Guy and Jordan, and there is a group date wherein the men are asked to strip, but for charity's sake, so that makes it all ok. That said, …
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It's episode 3 of Joan Vassos' season of the Golden Bachelorette-- and we continue to be fully enamored with the mansion men and with Joan. This week, Joan has one on one dates with Pascal and Jonathan, and a group date involving kickball. It's giving wholesome dad vibes and we are here for it. If you aren't watching this season, you are missing ou…
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Karen & Kayleigh disagree on one thing - should Charles be in charge as the next Golden Bachelor? (assuming he isn't the person who wins Joan's heart) Disagreement aside, we both loved watching episode 2 of Joan Vassos' Golden Bachelorette season. Some of the men get to take Joan to senior senior prom, and the rest get to show off their talents. Ch…
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Karen & Kayleigh are here for the right reasons-- we recap and review the US version of the Bachelor and its various iterations. Our very first ever Golden Bachelorette, Joan Vassos, is presented with 24 men to consider as potential boyfriends this season. The first episode was a true delight! We are excited to discuss it all- especially our new fa…
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Bachelorette Jenn Tran deserved so much better than what she got from ABC. Join Karen & Kayleigh for discussion and airing of frustrations as Jenn Tran's time as Bachelorette comes to a close. We wish nothing but blue skies, warm sun, and the perfect love to come Jenn's way in the near future.By Kayleigh Kriss and Karen Miller
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'Tis the season for fantasy suites and men telling all. Jenn Tran's season is rapidly coming to a close, so of course it's time for Karen & Kayleigh to discuss the Man Reunion, which was surprisingly tame overall, and the overnight dates, which were also surprisingly tame overall. Who are the two men left standing after a tension-fraught week? As f…
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It's time for hometown visits for Bachelorette Jenn Tran! Jenn travels to Houston, Connecticut, San Diego, and Washington state to visit her four final guys in their hometowns. Devin organizes a 'love run', Jonathon plays lacrosse with Jenn, Jeremy takes her to the best grocery store ever, and Marcus? I guess they walk around a lake? Not entirely s…
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Send us a text Step into the eerie world of Black Shuck, the legendary hellhound of East Anglia. Discover the origins of this fearsome creature dating back to the twelfth century, known for its glowing red eyes and sinister presence. Explore tales of Black Shuck as both a demonic entity and a guardian spirit, haunting quiet corners of England. Unco…
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It is episode 5 of Jenn Tran's season of the Bachelorette, and Karen & Kayleigh are here for it! We say hello and goodbye to a man from Jenn's past, Grant and Jonathon have one on one dates, and one of Jenn's guys sends himself home, sending Jenn into a fear spiral. We say goodbye to one of our favorite dudes on this season! It's a two rose-ceremon…
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Send us a text Join Kayleigh, your engaging podcast host, as she warmly welcomes you to an episode brimming with historical intrigue and cultural exploration. This episode dives into the early written accounts of a transformative period in England, shedding light on the social and cultural landscapes of the era. Discover the importance of historica…
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It's episode 4 of Jenn Tran's Bachelorette season! We are now in Aukland, New Zealand. Are you ready for some... rugby? Of course you are! In this episode, Jenn is coerced into Skyjumping on her one on one date with Sam M. She has less luck with the other Sam on the group date. (One Sam down, one to go, amirite?) Jenn and Devin have a great date le…
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Karen & Kayleigh are here for the right reasons-- bringing you a recap of episode two of Jenn Tran's season of the Bachelorette. Australia, Australia, Australia, we love you. amen. (deep cut for the Monty Python fans out there) We see two group dates and the first one on one date. One could describe all three dates as equal parts fun and terror. Ma…
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We are BACK with Season 24 of the Bachelorette featuring Jenn Tran as our first ever (and long overdue) Asian Bachelorette! HUGE thanks to Beth for filling in for Kayleigh who is on vacation this week! We enjoyed discussing the new cast this season. 25 men are whittled down to a group of 18 after what looked like a hellishly long evening of get-to-…
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For this episode of Joey's season as the Bachelor, we mostly looked backward and heard more from the Women who assembled on a stage in order to Tell us All. We learned that Maria is the hero we didn't know we needed and that Lauren was the one to actually tell Lea to shut the f up. We discovered that the infamous note that Joey received in last wee…
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It's time for overnight dates, but the real excitement is that each of the ladies has been assigned their very own Golden lady for advice before heading off on their dates with Bachelor Joey. The show has decided to torment Kelsey to no end and leaves us on a cliffhanger where she has left a note for Joey to say 'we need to talk'. Will they talk? W…
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Season 28 of the Bachelor continues-- it's the week before hometown visits, so we know it's going to be a tough week for the women. We are still in Canada, this time in Jasper (Alberta) -- two women get their second one-on-one date and others continue to struggle at managing their feelings while watching him connect with everyone. Who will be offer…
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Bachelor Joey continues to slog his way toward love by returning to the western hemisphere for dates in Montreal, Canada. there is an air of gloominess-- everyone has caught feelings and isn't handling it as well as they would like. Joey sends home one woman, another self-eliminates, and a surprisingly ruthless rose ceremony means there are only si…
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Karen & Kayleigh are here to recap and review the latest episode of Joey's Bachelor journey. Golden Girls April, Susan, Kathy, and Nancy help Joey judge a pageant for one group date. Jenn gets the one-on-one date and goes surfing with Joey. They also see some sort of silent futuristic fireworks that appears to be wizardry. (or sure, it could have b…
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Season 28 of the Bachelor is underway and we are already seeing the drama -- it's episode 2 of Joey's Bachelor season and the ladies are bringing it in every way possible. Who gets the first one on one date? And who stirs up drama? and, is Joey's signature move going to be artfully wiping away tears? only time will tell. Karen & Kayleigh are here t…
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Welcome back to another season of the Bachelor! Karen & Kayleigh are here to recap and review Season 28 featuring Joey Graziadei as our new Bachelor. Since we haven't been very good at determining who the leads will likely choose from the cast in the past, we decided to switch things up. We created our own version of Bachelor Bingo for night one. W…
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Karen & Kayleigh are here for the right reasons to recap the Golden Bachelor finale and yet another episode of Bachelor in Paradise this week. Gerry selects the woman he cannot live without and the happy couple announce their upcoming televised wedding which is taking place in early January 2024. On the beach, let's just say there's a lot of crying…
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