Best Chinese Mythology Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 434: Men Are Like Failed Potatoes 46:18

1h ago46:18

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This week on WTFolklore we read the Irish tale How The Wise Women Got Their Farm of Land Rent-Free from Lord Kilmaine, a title whose brevity matches the alleged wit of it's main characters. Suggested talking points: You Got Trucker In Your Soul, A Pilgrim-Themed Corner, Women Who Want Money for Sandwiches, Potato Drunk, Joggromancy, Winking Women o…

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Episode 433: Ancient Chinese Among Us 53:46

1h ago53:46

53:46

Here we go again...By What the Folklore

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Episode 432: THAT DIDN'T ANSWER MY QUESTION AT ALL (What the Rose Did to the Cypress, Part III) 42:28

14d ago42:28

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This week we conclude the twisting, turning road that is What the Rose Did to the Cypress, with and even the story is sick of itself by the end. Suggested talking points: No Secrets When There's Breadsticks on the Line, Final Butt Diamond, Taking Baths With Strange Deer, Marriage In Exchange For Advice, Run-Of-The-Mill Sludge Prince, Miscellaneous …

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Episode 431: Livin' on Deer Time (What the Rose Did to the Cypress, Part II) 43:50

42m ago43:50

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This week we continue our puzzling journey into What the Rose Did to the Cypress, but we take a bit of a detour away from riddle-solving in order to gather snacks, learn nothing, and kill hundreds of thousands of men. Suggested talking points: A Human Hand Clap, Backseat Riddlers, Men of a Indeterminate Age, An Alternate Pant-Leg of Time, This is D…

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Episode 430: The Proper Channels (Which is Warfare) {What the Rose Did to the Cypress, Part 1} 44:30

1d ago44:30

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This week we begin our journey into What the Rose Did to the Cypress, a story featuring a riddle so enticing, even knowing it exists drives men to their (countless) deaths. Suggested talking points: Magnet Highway, The Folklore Ice Bucket Challenge, Horticultural Beef, The Sordid Inner-Lives of Garden Folk, I'm Tired of Hunting this Town, Ctrl+F "F…

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Episode 429: RateMyBaby.com 57:32

16d ago57:32

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Spooklore 2024 draws to a close with a reading of The Story of a Mother, which is not so much a spooky story but a terribly depressing one, from resident sad-sack, Hans Christian Andersen. Turns out, the true horror was videogames from 1993 this whole time! Suggested talking points: The Hamburglar's Living Conditions, A Cave with Amenities, Microwa…

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Ep 39 - The Truth Revealed 17:06

17d ago17:06

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What happens now that Junichi has found the Three Wise Monkeys? And what does it all have to do with Proserpina Park? Found out in the season finale of Residents of Proserpina Park! CREDITS: Residents of Proserpina is a production written and produced by Angela Yih. Directed by Angela Yih. Featuring in order the voices of Vida Shi, Zerreth, Pao Pan…

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“The Dissonance”: Shaun Hamill on learning fantasy while writing it 54:00

1M ago54:00

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Horror and fantasy author Shaun Hamill talks about his latest novel, The Dissonance. SourceBy Summer Brooks

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“Breath of Oblivion”: Maurice Broaddus on world-building from a different perspective 55:10

1M ago55:10

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Afrofuturist and author Maurice Broaddus stops by to talk about Book 2 of his "Astra Black" series, Breath of Oblivion, amongst other projects. SourceBy Summer Brooks

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Episode 428: Please Bloodborne My Daughter 37:00

30d ago37:00

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Spooklore 2024 continues with a reading of The Legend of the Pineapple, a story that either pushes fruit to new spooky echelons, or is a big coincidence. It's impossible to tell which. Suggested talking points: Spooky By Implication, Painfully Competent, Cooking is a Myth, Waiting to Magically Become Not Terrible, Porridge Was an Ask Too Far, The S…

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Ep 38 - A Fox and Her Mouse 14:40

1M ago14:40

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The Kitsune has returned but now Mirai and her friends have an even bigger problem at hand! What will the team do now? CREDITS: Residents of Proserpina is a production written and produced by Angela Yih. Directed by Angela Yih. Featuring in order the voices of Vida Shi, Zerreth, Pao Panganiban, Spencer Hiroshi Field, Christine, Sam McDonald, Angela…

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Episode 427: The Wolf-to-Corgi Pipeline 51:37

1M ago51:37

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Spooklore 2024 continues with a reading of Men-Wolves, a three-act story about a Witch who just can't get her one spell to work right. Suggested talking points: Ol' Gloomy NotJohn, Got the Wolf Quivers, Magic Pants Feelings, Tobias Fünke's Furry OC, Like Sailor Moon if Sailor Moon Sucked, You've Got Wolf Starring Tom Hanks If you'd like to support …

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Episode 426: Behaving to Death 45:45

1M ago45:45

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Spooklore 2024 begins with readings of both The Book of Magic and The Willful Child, two tales selected for their strong connective tissue to one another, and certainly not for their brevity! Suggested talking points: Bonesblood City Magicbook, Pandering to the Spooktralizer, Dracula and Buddies, A Greater Concentration of Diabolicalness, Fill Your…

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Ep 37 - Devilish Lovers 13:51

2M ago13:51

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The team finally meet the Kappa from Proserpina Park. But what is she trying to hide from them? CREDITS: Residents of Proserpina is a production written and produced by Angela Yih. Directed by Angela Yih. Featuring in order the voices of Vida Shi, Zerreth, Pao Panganiban, Spencer Hiroshi Field, Christine, Sam McDonald, Angela Yih, Maddie Shallan, S…

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Episode 425: Raised on a Diet of Vengeance 39:17

2M ago39:17

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This week we're reading The Death of the Sun Hero. Did you know there's an ancient pact that spurs all newborns to begin crawling towards the same point on earth, all in an effort to murder a single man? Apparently only the Sun knew that. Suggested talking points: Kebob a Rhino, Naked 'n Stuff, Sex Dolls for Cats, A Horse on Cocaine, An Infant with…

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Episode 424: Another Win for Big Big Rock 44:13

2M ago44:13

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This week we're reading The Origin of Stories, which I guess is a pretty big deal, considering the premise of this show. Suggested talking points: Envision Yourself Mong-ing, The Deep Etsy, Firstname Inanimateobject, CTRL+F "Goose", Stones Crave Birds, An Orphan Named Orphan If you'd like to support Carman's artistic endeavors, visit: https://www.p…

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Ep 36 - The Forbidden Fruit 14:43

3M ago14:43

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Why is Junichi really in Japan? Mirai tries to have a serious discussion, if only the trees would stop laughing at them first! CREDITS: Residents of Proserpina is a production written and produced by Angela Yih. Directed by Angela Yih. Featuring in order the voices of Vida Shi, Zerreth, Pao Panganiban, Spencer Hiroshi Field, Christine, Sam McDonald…

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Episode 423: A Hunger for Evil and Cash 59:08

2M ago59:08

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This week we're reading The Wicked Prince, a deep dive into the possibility-space of whatever the hell Hans Christian Andersen's personality is. Suggested talking points: Purple Prose Kiss Orgy, The Worst Coin, Hundreds of Strong Eagles, Big Bad Bullet Button, The Gnat Medal of Honor, A Possibility of a Personality If you'd like to support Carman's…

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Ep 35 - Shoelace Kink 16:27

3M ago16:27

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Junichi has been kidnapped! But luckily Mirai and Daichi are on the way to save the day... Right? CREDITS: Residents of Proserpina is a production written and produced by Angela Yih. Directed by Angela Yih. Featuring in order the voices of Vida Shi, Zerreth, Pao Panganiban, Spencer Hiroshi Field, Christine, Sam McDonald, Angela Yih, Maddie Shallan,…

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Episode 422: The Emperor's New Ding-Dong 1:10:38

4M ago1:10:38

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It's time for our First-Annual Daughter-Off! This week we're reading The Great Bell, in order to compare and contrast the daughters of this and last week's tales. We also learn a LOT about jugglers on the way, for some reason. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: Secret Pidgeon App, Tuckered Out From the Head-Hitting, The B…

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Ep 34 - Large, Cute, and Cuddly 17:16

4M ago17:16

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Now separated from Daichi, can Mirai find her way to the shrine before night falls, or will her journey already end here? CREDITS: Residents of Proserpina is a production written and produced by Angela Yih. Directed by Angela Yih. Featuring in order the voices of Vida Shi, Zerreth, Pao Panganiban, Spencer Hiroshi Field, Christine, Sam McDonald, Ang…

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Episode 421: The 5th Best Medicine 55:00

4M ago55:00

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First off, big congratulations to Gordie for achieving the fastest fully funded project on Kickstarter in the site's history. Don't believe me? Well just click the link below and see for yourself! Anyway, we also read The Strange Tale of Doctor Dog, whom we almost immediately eminent-domain for our own purposes. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! …

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Episode 420: Corn, Lies, Hijinks, Bird Terror, Bones and Blood (Aztec Creation Myths Part 2) 56:36

4M ago56:36

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After a brief-but-crucial PSA, and a short check in on the modern AI hellscape we all call the internet, we return our attention to finishing last week's Aztec Creation Myths. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: The Chuck E. Cheese of Gas Stations, Deceiving Faster Than We Can Think, An Animal That Can Throw a Punch, White…

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Ep 33 - The Search Begins 15:09

4M ago15:09

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Mirai and Daichi begin their adventure in Japan to find her brother Junichi, and end up meeting someone more than they can handle. Find out in the season premiere of Residents of Proserpina Park! CREDITS: Residents of Proserpina is a production written and produced by Angela Yih. Directed by Angela Yih. Featuring in order the voices of Vida Shi, Ze…

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Episode 419: Jaguars Solve All Problems (Aztec Creation Myths Part 1) 59:40

5M ago59:40

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This week we spend much too much time complaining about the Disney corporation before turning our attention to some Aztec Creation Myths. Turns out this isn't even the first Sun our planet had back in the space-goop days! Neat! Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: A Cupcake for Every Occasion, Terminally Tumblr, Floating in…

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Residents of Proserpina Park Season 4 Trailer 1:34

4M ago1:34

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Residents of Proserpina Park returns for it's fourth season! Mirai in Wonderland focuses on Mirai and Daichi, as they search for the mysterious Junichi and find out the current status of Proserpina Park. Season 4 Premieres Monday Aug 5th, 2024 wherever you get your podcasts! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: htt…

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Episode 418: Pneumatic Baby Bullet 1:00:29

5M ago1:00:29

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Due to recording this week on World Chocolate Day, we of course had to check in on how Willy Wonka's retirement is going. After that brief aside, we read The King of Love, who in a shocking twist, is none of those words. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: A Circle of Bread, Willy Wonka's Retirement, A Surprising Dearth of…

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417: You Can't Dox Immortal Bony 47:41

5M ago47:41

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"It was never corn you feared, my child. It was destiny that frightened you." Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: Interpretive Threats, A Benadryl Situation, A Cruel and Dangerous World of Endless Picnics, Princesses Priced to Move, Animal Sopranos, Baba Does as Yaga Wants If you'd like to support Carman's artistic endeavo…

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Episode 416: My Mother IS Pagliacci 43:38

6M ago43:38

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This week on WTFolklore, we read My Mother is a Cat. Who knew there was such a plethora of moms out there ripe for the picking, if you just had the courage to ask them to be your mom instead of your current mom, who is a cat. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: Technically Functioning, Toilet Is Forever, The Segue Klaxon, …

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Episode 415: A Deleted Scene from The Brave Little Toaster 40:32

6M ago40:32

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We tackle another Chromatic Dwarf story this week, The Little Gray Man, from Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. It takes some unexpected twists, landing us squarely in the realms of DOUBLE FICTION. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: Happy World Sea Turtle Day, House+, Plotmosphere, Lotto Tickets in the Leaves, Extra-Dimensional W…

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Episode 414: The Horse Who Only Chooses Violence 1:05:09

6M ago1:05:09

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This week we cover the tale of Dapplegrim, the only named character in his story. And rightly so, as he's the most terrifying horse to ever live. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: Accidental Estate Sale, Schrödinger's Vacuum, Investing in a Future Brag, The Money Laundromat, Addicted to Milk, Rad By Association, Echoes o…

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Episode 413: Very Almost Smart 1:13:14

6M ago1:13:14

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After her daring escape from what is almost certainly a fae-managed Kroger, Carman regales us with the story of The Serpent Prince, which claims to come from Italy, but...well you be the judge. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: Entreprenordie, The Insatiable Desire to Punk Everything, Fairy Ring Grocery Store, Foxpower E…

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Episode 412: The Best at Getting Robbed 36:03

7M ago36:03

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This week we, and by extension you, are treated to The Epic Farts of General Pumpkin. I dunno what else you want from me on this one, it's all on the tin. Suggested talking points: The Rabbit-to-Bear Pipeline, Sit Down and Enjoy the Gas-Humor, Pumpkin Popeye, The Last Fartbender, Flatulent Forest Gump, Fartial Arts, General Pumpkin's Pumpkin Cookbo…

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Episode 411: Animal A-hole Team 34:11

7M ago34:11

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We return to the welcoming, warm blanket of Fairytalez With a Z Dot Com to read about The Half-Chick, an Origin Story that really didn't need to be. Suggested talking points: Load-Bearing Cereal, Chicken Broth Nightcap, Just a Hint of Feather, Soliciting Help From the Ground, Victor Hugo's Dark Souls If you'd like to support Carman's artistic endea…

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Similarities and Differences In Chinese Storytelling 29:09

7M ago29:09

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Today we chatted with John Zhu, from the Chinese Lore Podcast as a part of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month! While the stories we discuss today are not technically mythology related, they are connected through history and culture and beliefs, just like the creatures we discuss in our show :) Find the stories John talks about here: Rom…

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“The Downloaded”: Robert J. Sawyer on digital consciousness 55:43

7M ago55:43

55:43

Award-winning science fiction author Robert J. Sawyer talks about his newest novel, The Downloaded. SourceBy Summer Brooks

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Strangeknife Diaries 2 1:16:21

7M ago1:16:21

1:16:21

Well, this seems familiar...By What the Folklore

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Episode 410: The Meat Ghost 56:06

7M ago56:06

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This week on WTFolklore, we turn our attention to The Toad Woman, a Native American tale of unrecorded origin. With a name like that you'd figure she'd be pretty interesting, but, uh, there are a number of other intriguing entities this week as well. Suggested talking points: The Original Team Rocket, Too Hot for Poe, Old Lady Moccasin Pit Crew, He…

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The Park Presents: Shaman, Feminist Fairytales 49:50

7M ago49:50

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material that may not be suitable for all audiences, including themes relating to refugee affairs and abortion. Listener discretion is advised. Suab, a Hmong shaman from Southeast China, finds spiritual asylum in the graces of Guanyin after being pursued by mysterious spirits. Guanyin is willing to l…

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Episode 409: The Backpack of Dorian Gray 1:02:57

7M ago1:02:57

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This week on WTFolklore, we read The Goose Girl at the Well, A Grimm Brothers' tale that has absolutely nothing to do with any previously mentioned Goose-Women on our program. Apologies for any audio hiccups, we had some very strange glitches this week that I've cleaned up the best I can. Suggested talking points: An Hour of Consciousness, Dragon B…

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Season 3 Recap Part 2 32:04

8M ago32:04

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Here is the final recap, where Alina and her friends find out just what exactly is in the woods and the ultimatum of the park's fate. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Angela Yih

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Season 3 Recap Part 1 21:58

8M ago21:58

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We look back to on the first half of season 3, where Alina and her friends find out there's a secret in the woods of the park. Can the mysterious Jessica help or hinder their progress in the end? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Angela Yih

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“Catchpenny”: Charlie Huston blends fantasy with crime noir 46:44

8M ago46:44

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Comics writer/author Charlie Huston stops by to chat about his new supernatural crime noir fantasy novel Catchpenny. SourceBy Summer Brooks

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Strangeknife Diaries 1:30:06

8M ago1:30:06

1:30:06

Looks like them anime boys are at it again!By What the Folklore

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Season 2 Recap 21:58

8M ago21:58

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We look back to season 2, where Alina and her friends must learn to survive the park without Sam. Will they be able to pull it off? Barely. We're also taking questions on social media! Ask us anything you'd like about the show @proserpinapark. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Season 1 Recap 16:28

8M ago16:28

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We're back! And boy has it been a hot minute. Let's go back to the start with a season 1 recap of Residents of Proserpina Park. Alina finds a mythical park full of mythological creatures and yet, the most mysterious thing about the park, is the person she meets there, Sam. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https…

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Episode 408: A Mysterious Fellow with a Slight Cherry Scent 1:14:47

9M ago1:14:47

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This week on WTFolklore, we read Nani Daughter of Nani, A Palestinian story who's title omits a FASCINATING detail about said character. You'll have to listen in to find out for yourself. Suggested talking points: Decorative Digital Monkey, The Algorithm Used to be a Guy, Rock-Pocket Memory Palace, An Ill-Fated Cereal Promotion, Prehensile Rapunzel…

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The Park Presents: The Highway Dreamscape 21:52

9M ago21:52

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True Tales of the Illuminati Crowdfund - LINK HERE The Dreamscape Highway is an original project from the Hubris: A 24-Hour Podcast Project. Round 5, Team 2: Gloopin The Third Transcript here. In the endless dusk of the Dreamscape, two unlikely companions search for answers in the mind of a beefslinger. Content Warnings: Squishing, Squelching, Schl…

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Episode 407: The Think-About-What-You've-Dungeon 1:02:17

9M ago1:02:17

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This week we read The Enchanted Ring. No, not that one, the other one, from Russia. This obviously means we had to infuse it with some timely, seasonal holiday flair of our own. Suggested talking points: Blarney Day, Peasant is a Mindset, An Island in a Sea of Reasoning, Ruble-to-Dog Exchange Rate, Master Ninja Carpenters, There Are No Mysteries in…