Episode-80 Until Next Time Show Notes: I’ve been podcasting for two and a half years now and I’m proud to have made it this far. I’m finally able to recognize that I need to take a break from making podcast content, at least for the time being. I’m sure I’ll pop back in with the occasional episode or folktale. Podcasting has always been a dream of …

Episode-78 Haunted Woods Show Notes: This episode we dive into haunted woods around the world where we discuss the creepy phenomenon. Website: www.creepycoreandfolklore.com Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore Resources if you’re curious: https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/nature-travel/worlds-most-haunted-forest…

Episode-77 Anonymous Crystal Ball Reading Show Notes: My first professional crystal ball reading was a unique experience and the person was generous enough to let me include their reading on today’s episode! Website: www.creepycoreandfolklore.com Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore Creepycore and Folklore is a show about…

Episode-76 Zodiac Dragon Show Notes: This episode we dive into this year’s zodiac animal where we discuss the wood dragon’s origins and what we can expect this lunar new year. Website: www.creepycoreandfolklore.com Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore Resources if you’re curious: https://www.memphisflyer.com/metaphysical-…

Thanks for being a wonderful Spooky Soul! I've been producing weekly episodes for over 75 weeks straight. I've reached a space where I'm taking a break for the month of January. Thanks for being so supportive and encouraging! I'm so honored that you listen in each week! I'll practice what I preach and take this January break to restore my career/li…

Episode 75 Third Man Phenomenon Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into the mysterious yet helpful entity that help those going through a traumatic moment where we discuss people who report on these experiences and where it all may stem from. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.nderf.org/ https…

Episode 74 Uncanny Valley Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into the uncanny valley where we discuss how psychology and survival techniques cause us to be so unsettled. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.forbes.com/sites/evaamsen/2022/02/19/illusions-of-faces-in-inanimate-objects-are-often-ma…

Episode 73 Witch Please Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into symbolism behind the witch where we discuss how they came to be and what’s morphed their stories. Resources if you’re curious: Waking the Witch by Pam Grossman https://www.history.com/news/witch-hat-costume-origins https://www.independe…

Episode 72 Goblins and Antisemitism Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into how sometimes there’s folklore where society projects their prejudices onto a group of marginalized people by using characatures and stereotyping Resources if you’re curious: https://www.heyalma.com/the-antisemitic-history-o…

Episode 71 Carson’s Story Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into my personal encounter with a haunted doll where we discuss how we met and their story. Where it all began, if you’re curious: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cvzko5OvJZ-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Video with t…

Episode 70 Sitar Stars with Triple C Show Notes: This episode we dive into the history and spirituality behind the sitar where we discuss how this magical instrument changed the west forever. Triple C’s Info: Instagram: @triple_C_Shopsss https://www.instagram.com/triple_c_shopsss/ Creepycore and Folklore is a show about creatures, encounters, old t…

Episode 69 Deathly Interview with Leah Noel Show Notes: This episode we dive into the creative mind and sensitive work of Leah Noel where we discuss her deathly encounters that changed her life. Leah’s Info: Website: https://www.leah-noel.com/ Books: https://www.leah-noel.com/books Instagram: @leah.with.a.pen https://www.instagram.com/leah.with.a.p…

Episode 68 The Yellow Wallpaper Part 2 Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into the short story “The Yellow Wallpaper” by Charlotte Perkins Stetson where we read through the first half and discuss the parallels of her work in today’s world. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibit…

Episode 67 The Yellow Wallpaper Part 1 Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into the short story “The Yellow Wallpaper” by Charlotte Perkins Stetson where we read through the first half and discuss the parallels of her work in today’s world. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibit…

Episode 66 Sax the Ghost Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into the jinxed life of Adolphe Sax where we discuss the man who invented the saxophone’s childhood and near death experiences. Resources if you’re curious: https://allthatsinteresting.com/adolphe-sax#:~:text=Wikimedia%20CommonsYoung%20Adol…

Episode-65 Possessed Frog Listener Story Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into a family tragedy and how an evil entity tried to take advantage of it. [tw: suicide] Brianna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smutyourmouthpod/ Brianna’s Podcast: https://linktr.ee/smutyourmouthpodcast Creepycore …

Episode-64 Sister Sister Listener Story Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into Tori’s close call with a shadow person and their spiritual connection with their sister who’s passed. Creepycore and Folklore is a show about creatures, encounters, old tales, and myths. I want to join other spooky souls…

Episode-63 Demon Basement Listener Story Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into Brianna’s chilling tale where we discuss their creepy basement. Brianna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smutyourmouthpod/ Brianna’s Podcast: https://linktr.ee/smutyourmouthpodcast Creepycore and Folklore is a sho…

Episode 62 Aesop Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into the mysterious Aesop where we discuss the wise and whimsical fables that are still alive and thriving to this very day. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.britannica.com/art/fable https://ancient-literature.com/greece_aesop/ Creepycore a…

Blood Monsters with Liselle Sambury Show Notes: This episode we dive into the haunting works of Liselle Sambury where we discuss the ancestral and ghostly connections behind her stories. Liselle’s Information: Website: https://lisellesambury.ca/ Books: https://lisellesambury.ca/books/ Instagram: @lisellesambury https://www.instagram.com/lisellesamb…

Episode 60 Eelectric Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into eel folklore where we discuss the medicinal, spiritual, and mythos behind these slithering creatures. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/apr/24/a-creature-of-mystery-new-zealands-love-hate-relationshi…

Episode-59 Liminal Spaces Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into noclippings, backrooms, and liminality we discuss the horrors, psychology, and spirituality behind these in-between places. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/what-is-liminal-space/#:~:text=Liminal%20space…

Episode-58 Horse of Course Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into some horse mythos where we discuss the symbolism behind our equine friends across the world. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.helpfulhorsehints.com/famous-horses-in-mythology/ https://youtube.com/shorts/jaGGupIlQ3s?feature=sh…

Episode-57 ETs and UAPs Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into the recent public hearing about UAPs to discuss the whistleblower exposing government secrets. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.npr.org/2023/07/27/1190390376/ufo-hearing-non-human-biologics-uaps https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a…

Episode-56 Who Who? Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into owls where we discuss their symbolism and lore. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/owl-symbolism https://www.birdzilla.com/learn/owl-symbolism-meaning/ Creepycore and Folklore is a show about creatures, enco…

Episode-55 Hippity Hoppity Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into rabbits where we discuss their symbolism and lore. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.neonsplatter.com/folklore-fridays/rabbits-hares-and-moons-oh-my https://www.dannywithlove.com/blog/folklore-to-fine-art-rabbit-anthology Cree…

Thank you for a year of listening to this creepycozy content! I can't wait to share more with you on this marvellous year to come. Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore Creepycore and Folklore is a show about creatures, encounters, old tales, and myths. I want to join other spooky souls and hear about these unusual stories…

Episode-54 Seeing Double Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into changelings and doppelgängers where we discuss their intersectionality with disability and neurodivergence. Resources if you’re curious: https://westportlibrary.libguides.com/Doppelgangers#:~:text=Define%20Doppelgangers,act%2C%20talk%2…

Episode-53 Modern Internet Folklore Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into modern urban legends where we discuss collective storytelling in our contemporary cutlure. Resources if you’re curious: https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/slender-man http://www.redwedgemagazine.com/online-issue/digital-reproduc…

Episode-52 Folklore Matters Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore For this special 52nd episode we dive into the importance of folklore where we discuss how it affects all of us in our collective human experience. Resources if you’re curious: https://ich.unesco.org/en/oral-traditions-and-expressions-00053 https://www.tandf…

Episode-51 Horrific Interview with River Robbins Show Notes: This episode we dive into River’s love of horror movies and discuss why people are drawn to the genre and how it affects our culture today. River’s books: In Other News https://www.amazon.com/Other-News-Dale-Robbins-ebook/dp/B07S8KCVFC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=308L4WIE2TORY&keywords=author+dale+ro…

Special Episode 50-Dragon Darlings Show Notes: This episode we soar with the dragons where we discuss their diverse depictions, folklore throughout the world, and common themes they share with each retelling. Resources if you’re curious: https://dragons.fandom.com/wiki/Types_of_Dragons https://www.britannica.com/topic/dragon-mythological-creature h…

Episode-49 Otherworldly Interview with Jay (Mythinterpreted) Show Notes: This episode we dive into Jay’s expertise in linguistics where they discuss Underworlds, Otherworlds, and the connection to Queer culture today. Jay’s Information: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mythinterpreted4862 Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/mythinterpreted Creepycore a…

Episode-48 Midsummer Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into midsummer where we discuss its origins and celebrations. Resources if you’re curious: https://visitsweden.com/what-to-do/culture-history-and-art/swedish-traditions/midsummer-tradition/midsummer-sweden-something-another-world/#:~:text=With%…

Episode-47 Father Folklore Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore Show Notes: This episode we dive into a brief history of Father’s Day where we discuss epic mythological fathers. Resources if you’re curious: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth#:~:text=Freedom%20finally%20came%20on%20June,newl…

Episode-46 Women in White with Heather Canfield Show Notes: This episode we dive into the old tale of ghostly women in white where Heather discusses the ancient roots, how stories are told across the world, and a specific local tale from where she lives in Limmerick! Heather’s Information: Instagram: @heather.wildflower https://www.instagram.com/he…

Episode-45 Magickal Interview with Axel Aita Show Notes: This episode we dive into Axel’s expertise where he discusses the magickal tools he handmakes, elemental powers, and more! Axel’s Information: Website: https://www.axelaita.com/ YouTube: @axelaita https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Ua_1oLT-d7ce0owuYikwA Twitter: @AxelAita626 https://twitter.c…

In this third and final part of the MerMay Mermaids special episodes, we deep dive into the themes and symbolism that consistently showed up in Mermaid tales. Resources if you’re curious: https://asoothingliving.com/types-of-mermaids/ https://daily.jstor.org/mermaids-myth-kith-and-kin/ https://bookriot.com/mermaids-from-around-the-world/ https://aq…

Episode-43 Mother’s Day Show Notes: This episode we dive into the American and Folkloric background to Mother’s Day where we discuss it’s history and common threads. Resources if you’re curious: https://ktvz.com/lifestyle/mothers-day/2020/04/08/do-you-know-the-origins-of-mothers-day/ https://krasiboston.com/mothers-day-an-ancient-greek-tradition/ h…

Special Episode 40-MerMay Mermaids Part II Show Notes: This episode we once again deep dive into Mermaids where we discuss their diverse mythology and power in each story. Part III will release in two weeks. Resources if you’re curious: https://asoothingliving.com/types-of-mermaids/ https://daily.jstor.org/mermaids-myth-kith-and-kin/ https://bookri…

Episode-41Beltane Show Notes: This episode we dive into Beltane where we discuss the symbolism of this sabbat. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.bpl.org/blogs/post/the-origins-and-practices-of-holidays-beltane-and-the-last-day-of-ridvan/#:~:text=Beltane%20is%20a%20Pagan%20holiday,by%20the%20name%20May%20Day https://beltane.org/a-detailed-his…

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This special episode we deep dive into Mermaids where we discuss their diverse depictions and some foundational information before Part II releases. Resources if you’re curious: https://asoothingliving.com/types-of-mermaids/ https://daily.jstor.org/mermaids-myth-kith-and-kin/ https://bookriot.com/mermaids-from-around-the-world/ https://aquamermaid.…

Episode-39 Earth Mother Show Notes: This episode we dive into our divine Mother Earth where we learn about the connections with our planet. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.learnreligions.com/earth-element-folklore-and-legends-2561685#:~:text=In%20many%20cultures%2C%20earth%20spirits,landmarks%20like%20rocks%20and%20tees https://www.machutr…

Episode-38 Mediumship and More with River Hemans Show Notes: This episode we dive into River’s world of extraordinary skills where they discuss mediumship, spiritis, haunted dolls, and more! River’s Information: Instagram: @paganplotter https://www.instagram.com/paganplotter/ Tiktok: @ariverghost https://www.tiktok.com/@ariverghost Oracle Cards: Ur…

Episode-37 Flower Friends Show Notes: This episode we dive into spring blooms where we learn about the lore and symbolism of our flower friends. Resources if you’re curious: https://blindpigandtheacorn.com/spring-folklore-from-appalachia/ https://www.ifp.co.in/5652/spring-flowers-discover-the-meaning-of-these-15-blooms https://abeautifulresistance.…

Episode-36 Nessie Nonsense with Hayley Turner Show Notes: This episode we dive into the iconic Loch Ness Monster. Composer and upcoming author, Hayley Turner, discusses the Nessie tour she went on and the experiences she had in Scotland. Hayley’s Information: Website: https://www.hayleyturnerwrites.com/ Commission Music: https://www.hayleyturnerwri…

Episode-35 Spring Folklore Show Notes: This episode we dive into the spring equinox where we discuss the different holidays and symbolism associated with this change in season. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.thepeculiarbrunette.com/spring-equinox-history-traditions-correspondences-and-simple-ritual-ideas/ https://www.starsinsider.com/life…

Episode-34 Happy St. Patrick’s Day Show Notes: This episode we dive into St. Patrick’s Day Celebration where we discuss the history behind common lore and traditions. Resources if you’re curious: https://www.longisland.com/articles/02-17-20/the-facts-behind-st-patricks-day-folklore-traditions-and-symbolism.html https://sciencemadefun.net/blog/from-…

Episode-33 Eerie Iditarod Race Show Notes: This episode we dive into hauntings along the Iditarod trail where we learn about the deep history and hauntings behind this sled dog competition. Resources if you’re curious: https://iditarod.com/edu/the-history-of-the-iditarod-trail-sled-dog-race/ https://www.treehugger.com/iditarod-trail-sled-dog-race-a…