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Episode 160: Krampus: From Pagan Spirits to Christmas Chaos
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In this episode, we dive into the dark origins of Krampus, tracing his roots back to ancient pagan winter solstice rituals and the Wild Hunt. From fearsome nature spirits to his role as Saint Nicholas' dark counterpart, Krampus embodies the chaotic balance between light and dark, good and evil. We explore how Krampus evolved through Christianization, was suppressed by the Church and Nazis, and is now experiencing a cultural resurgence. Tune in for a journey through folklore, mythology, and the twisted history of this iconic holiday figure.
236 episodes
Manage episode 454392639 series 1248264
In this episode, we dive into the dark origins of Krampus, tracing his roots back to ancient pagan winter solstice rituals and the Wild Hunt. From fearsome nature spirits to his role as Saint Nicholas' dark counterpart, Krampus embodies the chaotic balance between light and dark, good and evil. We explore how Krampus evolved through Christianization, was suppressed by the Church and Nazis, and is now experiencing a cultural resurgence. Tune in for a journey through folklore, mythology, and the twisted history of this iconic holiday figure.
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