Những podcast Paige Woolstenhulme hay nhất (2024)

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Episode 51 | Demonology 33:12

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While horror movies today have given us a stereotypical demon that we can imagine living under our beds and tickling our toes, the history of these little devils paints them in a slightly different light. From the Greek guardian angels called Daimons to the troll-like Oni of Japanese mythology, the story behind demons is a lot more interesting than…

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Episode 50 | Men in Black 22:25

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Men in Black are either the cool government agents you wish existed, or your worst nightmare, depending on who is telling the story. From the post-WWII UFO craze of the 1940’s to the wild comic books from the 1990s, how did Men in Black become such a creepy household name? If you like history and spooky stories go ahead and click subscribe on whate…

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Episode 49 | Scrying 24:13

2y ago24:13

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Have you ever wished you could divine your future or communicate with those on the other side? Through the act of scrying people have been interpreting their fates for thousands of years. From Ancient Greek oracles to the Queens of Europe, and Aztec hallucinogens, scrying has served a purpose in teaching us about ourselves and helping us to pass on…

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Episode 48 | The Kraken 24:57

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The Kraken is mysterious, elusive, and larger than life. Join me this week in discovering the history behind how the Kraken grew from a Norwegian Tall-Tale to being a star in dramatic Hollywood films. From its female interpretation in Homer's Odysseus to its surprising cameo in the Dr. Seuss prequel, Halloween is Grinch Night, the Kraken was born f…

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Episode 47 | Halloween Around The World 28:47

2y ago28:47

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I'm back after the busiest summer of my life. Thank you all for allowing me that time to work and deal with bills, broken-down cars, and adult life in general. In this episode, I dive into the different versions of Halloween around the world. While in the U.S. we are usually busy Trick-or-Treating, dressing up in costumes, and putting giant spiders…

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Episode 46 | Dragons Part II 31:19

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A Note Of Warning: this episode is not appropriate for children under the age of 13. Dragons are a lot more powerful than you think they are. While in European countries, they have the power of fire and poison on their side, in Asian cultures they can shapeshift, control entire water systems, and sink battleships. So where do these stark difference…

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Episode 45 | Dragons Part I 33:29

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The story of dragons goes further back in history than you realize. From Chinese Dragon Bones, the birth of the Spartans, and monstrous apocalyptic beasts, join me as I discover just how strange the origin of the dragon is, and also just how much the monster has shaped our modern notions of evil and chaos. Follow me on Instagram at instagram.com/st…

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Episode 44 | Astral Projection 26:20

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Wouldn’t it be great to be able to travel anywhere in the world, with no restrictions at all? It’s said that if you just focus your mind and go to the astral plane you can escape the confines of your physical form. Going back to the history of astral projection from Egyptians to the "Good Walkers" to the Theosophical Society, it might surprise you …

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Episode 43 | Ladies In White 18:56

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. Stories of Ladies in White are some of the most iconic ghost tales ever told. So where exactly did the genre of wailing women come from? Jumping across the globe I investigate the different types of Ladies in White who have graced our castle hall…

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Episode 42 | Woodwose & Green Men 21:15

3y ago21:15

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Green Men and Woodwose have stood in European cathedrals for a thousand years now, so why are they not well known? From Gods to the magic of Merlin what is the origin of these strange carvings? Unicorns, Werewolf men, and Mermen also make guest appearances. Do you have a strange story to tell? Email me at StrangeOriginsPodcast@gmail.com. Visit Patr…

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Episode 41 | Birthdays and New Years 18:57

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Did you know that blowing out birthday candles is both a wish sent to the Gods and a way of keeping bad spirits at bay? Or that it’s bad luck to sweep your home on New Years Day? Join me as I travel the globe (via the internet) and discover some of the many ways we as humans celebrate the new beginnings of a birthday and a New Year. Just don’t forg…

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Episode 40 | Corpse Roads 21:50

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Note of Warning: This topic includes dark themes and may not be appropriate for those under the age of thirteen. Corpse Roads weren’t just passageways that the English peasantry took in order to transport their dead to consecrated ground. They also serve as a reminder that Halloween superstitions were an everyday occurrence in medieval times. Be ca…

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Episode 39 | Unicorns 20:04

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13 due to light mentions of sexuality.Unicorns are nothing if not mythical. Starting out as a strange and fabled creature thought by some to live in India, Unicorns blossomed out of nothing. Going through transformations in different cultures, and ev…

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Episode 38 | Lunar Superstitions 21:10

3y ago21:10

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The Moon is a fickle mistress. Is she evil or is she the personification of a loving woman? Will she turn you into a murderous lunatic, or will she restore your fertility and protect you from harm? Join me as I join the rabbit on the moon in discovering all the different lunar superstitions lore has to offer. For more info on me and my podcasts ple…

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American Mythos | Ep. 8 | Vermont | Northfield Pigman 12:18

3y ago12:18

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. The Northfield Pigman is just one of those classic myths that send a shiver down your spine. This week Phoebe travels to Vermont to research the origin of an urban legend that has terrified generations and kept visitors from the infamous "Devil's…

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Episode 37 | The Bermuda Triangle 24:58

3y ago24:58

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The Bermuda Triangle is an area of Earth shrouded in mystery. Join me as I dive into the deep waters and learn about the history of where exactly the Triangle garnered its name and how it’s had a reputation as a dangerous spot for longer than you might think. Oh yeah, and I talk about aliens, ghost ships, and wormholes a little bit. Don't forget a …

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Episode 36 | Haunted Media 24:20

3y ago24:20

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. Did you know real human skeletons were cheaper than fake ones in the 1980s? Or that theaters began handing out barf bags to viewers of the Exorcist? Join me as I dive down the rabbit hole of haunted media. I mostly talk about haunted film sets, b…

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Episode 35 | Witches Part II 19:16

3+ y ago19:16

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13 due to themes of sexuality. From black cats to magic cauldrons the strangest part of this episode is actually the fact that naughty monks may have caused the sensational witch hunts that killed millions. Oh yeah, and I also dive into the history o…

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Episode 34 | Death Personified 26:38

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. Do you know who holds the keys to the underworld in Greek Mythology? Do you know which Loa from Haitian Voodoo keeps zombies from rising from the grave? Do you know how many people have died from war just in the last century? This week I dive int…

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Episode 33 | Synchronicity 20:22

3+ y ago20:22

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So what exactly do coincidences have to do with the wholeness of the universe? From Unus Mundus to Ouroborus, to the Philosophers Stone, everything is connected in some way, it just might not be the way you initially assumed. For more info on me and my podcasts please visit FascinatingPodcasts.com. There you can listen to all my episodes, find merc…

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Episode 32 | Strange Showers 24:46

3+ y ago24:46

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. This week I delve into the strange things that have fallen from the sky. Whether it’s organic, like the blood rains that have showered down on funeral parties, or the unexplainable blobs of jelly that supposedly come from falling stars, it’s all …

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Episode 31 | Zombies 23:44

3+ y ago23:44

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A Note Of Warning: The topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. For the first episode of season three of Strange Origins, I deep dive into the history behind Zombies. From werewolf/vampire/ghoul hybrids to the shores of Haiti, the idea of what zombies are has taken on a thousand different forms. That was, unt…

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American Mythos Patreon Special 15:58

3+ y ago15:58

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While the story of Phoebe is fictional, all the research done is based off of actual myths. While this episode of American Mythos will be free for everyone to listen to, the other upcoming 49 episodes will be Patreon exclusive for only $2 a month. I will be producing an episode of this podcast along with Strange Origins every other week, switching …

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Episode 30 | Soul Theft 19:50

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. Souls are a tricky subject. If they do exist, where are they, what are they, and can they be stolen? According to mythology, the answer is yes. From Frog-Men to burning heads stuck in a flying wheel, to the origin of the myth that cats have nine…

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Episode 29 | Mediumship 20:43

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The world of psychics is a doozy. This week I dive into the strange lives of Mediums, (or rather people who refer to themselves as Mediums.) From the Egyptians to murdered hobos in Spiritualist hotbeds, to mud baths prescribed by a man under hypnosis, psychic activity can get pretty weird. For more info on me and my podcasts please visit Fascinatin…

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Episode 28 | Stairs in the Woods 19:47

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. Would you ever climb a set of stairs you found in the woods? What do you think would happen if you got to the top? This week I dive into the history behind this strange phenomenon and seem to come out with more questions than answers. From missi…

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Episode 27 | Creepy Dolls 24:39

3+ y ago24:39

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. From magic Barbies to automatons, to dummies controlling their masters, there’s a lot of different types of creepy dolls. Join me as I describe my personal feelings towards the little devils, and research the history behind how a cute cuddly toy…

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Episode 26 | Fairies Part II 20:00

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. This week I revisit my love of the Little People, the Hidden People, the Fae. From the insane asylum of Bedlam to a titan of industry in Texas, fairies show up in more places than you might think. In this sequel episode, I discuss Victorian fair…

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Episode 25 | Past Lives 21:49

4y ago21:49

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Who were you in a past life? According to a lot of people, they were someone. And they usually were someone pretty interesting. From Greek philosophers to mid-modern cocktail parties, the history of reincarnation in popular culture spans more groups than you might imagine. For more info on me and my podcasts please visit FascinatingPodcasts.com. Th…

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Episode 24 | Werewolves 21:16

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*Please note this episode lightly discusses mature themes like cannabilism, murder, torture, and rape, and may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. Did you hear that? I think there’s a werewolf outside. Join me as I deep dive into the history of what makes a werewolf tick. From the myth of full moons to the werewolf trials, there’s a l…

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Episode 23 | Angels 20:43

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It may have taken Clarence from It’s a Wonderful Life 200 years to earn his wings, but what about the angels with three sets of wings? Spanning across all the Abrahamic religions, angels have done a lot of work to keep the cosmos in order. And some have done a lot of work to bring about the destruction of humanity. Join me this week to learn about …

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Episode 22 | Santa & Krampus 15:39

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Who is Krampus and why is always scaring the children? This week I close out the year and discuss one of the more fan-favorite monsters of the season and Santa Claus’ counterpart from Hell, Krampus. From St. Nicholas’ healing bone manna to Santa Claus’ abolitionist history, you’ll be full of strange facts to share with visiting family members this …

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Episode 21 | Black Eyed Children 19:41

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*Please note that due to darker themes this episode may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. When do contemporary American myths cross the border between fun and just plain strange? From hypnotism to dead cats to nosebleeds, where do The Black Eyed Children fit in and how much can they be blamed for? One piece of advice: be sure not to…

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Episode 20 | The Ghost Club 20:31

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From the hallowed halls of Trinity College was born The Ghost Club. After decades of lectures, research, and debunkings, where did their interest in the unexplained take them? Apparently, exploding knives, fake mediums, and a Spontaneous Psychophysical Incident Data Electronic Recorder (SPIDER). (Sidenote: I know that I pronounce Cambridge weird. I…

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Episode 19 | Hags 17:13

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*Please note that this episode lightly mentions child cannibalism and may not be suitable for children 13 and under. Did you know that being called a Hag was at one point in history a compliment? Join me in my deep dive into the history of the hag, which in essence, is the history of women and the ancient Gods themselves. From Cailleach to Baba Yag…

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Episode 18 | Stonehenge 14:50

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*Please note this episode lightly mentions the subject of human sacrifice, and may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. What is it about a circle of stones that either inspires or frightens generations of people? With Stonehenge, the answers aren’t very clear. Still, though, the evidence remains that there’s something special about th…

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Episode 17 | Halloween 17:29

4y ago17:29

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All Hallow’s Eve is a time for sweets, pranks, and talking to the dead. But where exactly did all of these strange and seemingly random traditions originate? From Stingy Jack to pranks that went a little too far, Halloween has more mischievous beginnings than you thought. For more info on me and my podcasts please visit FascinatingPodcasts.com. The…

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Episode 16 | The Brothers Grimm 23:42

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Grimm's Fairy Tales such as Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, and Rapunzel have been a large part of our childhoods. So why don’t we know anything about where they came from? From Philology to the Nazis, the Grimm's had quite the effect on the modern world. And he funny thing is, it was mostly on accident. For more info on me and my podcasts…

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Episode 15 | Golems 20:36

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week, which involves mention of genocide and death, which may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13. What makes Golems such strange creatures? In my opinion, it's everything. From their birth to their death, and the religious implications behind the myth, Golems are a lot less simple than you…

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Episode 14 | Witches 26:32

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week, which involves themes of sexuality and Satanism, may not be suitable for listeners younger than 13. From Scorpion Hunters to Greek Goddesses, to the Colonies, witches are either vilified or revered (depending on who you ask.) When exactly did the gap between respected and feared grow so large? Join…

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Episode 13 | Thirteen 26:45

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*A note of warning: Short portions of the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners younger than 13, as they include descriptions of hangings. Does Thirteen deserve the bad reputation it’s famous for or is it all just a bunch of nonsense superstition? From Norse Mythology and Christian Theology to famous composers and writers who …

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Episode 12 | UFO Sightings 25:34

4+ y ago25:34

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Everyone seems to have their own story about a UFO. But how much can you relate to the people of the past with their stories of Unidentified Flying Objects? From an ancient Egyptian Papyrus to Angel Hair, to the golden age of American UFO research and coverups, I would bet you don’t know as much about Flying Saucers as you thought you did. For more…

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Episode 11 | Winchester Mansion 24:34

4+ y ago24:34

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In San Jose, California exists one of the most strangely constructed buildings in the world, and it’s constantly being listed as one of the top ten most haunted locations in America. Join me to find out whether Sarah Winchester was a superstitious looney case with wads of cash, or if there were there other motives behind her building of the Winches…

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Episode 10 | Wendigo 23:11

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week, which involves acts of cannibalism and euthanasia, and may not be suitable for listeners younger than 13. Wendigos have been here for longer than most immigrants, so why aren’t they better known? Popular in comic books, video games, and tv shows, the origin of these creatures hit a little closer to…

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Episode 9 | Mermaids 25:45

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners younger than 13. This week I dive into the history and origin of the scaly, enchanting, and oftentimes terrifying Mermaid. From Celtic to African stories of encounters with these creatures, Mermaids seem to come in every shape and temperament. Two hard and fast rule…

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Episode 8 | Haunted Houses 26:02

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3*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners younger than 1. Delve into the original Haunted House stories with me this week, and learn what it is about ghosts that keep us coming back for more in film and literature. From historic estates to castles, to prisons and asylums, ghosts just keep ignoring those ev…

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Episode 7 | Ghoulish Gargoyles 19:19

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners younger than 13. Gargoyles: Are they protectors of sacred relics, or are they out to do harm? This week learn about gargoyles, including where that crazy name came from, the Medieval origin of the creature, and stories of their supposed sightings in Texas. Yes, you …

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Episode 6 | Black Widows 15:33

4+ y ago15:33

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners younger than 13, as it mentions acts of sexual assault and murder. Whether you’re an arachnophobe or a wealthy man, Black Widows are to be feared. This week I deep dive into where the term Black Widow came from, and the history behind some of the most famous Black W…

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Episode 5 | Fickle Fairies 18:32

4+ y ago18:32

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*A note of warning: the topic I discuss this week may not be suitable for listeners younger than 13. This week I dive into a few interesting stories concerning the history of a topic that’s a little more complicated than you might realize. From Gaelic mythology to Christian Monks, to Disney, fairies seem to be everywhere. And they’re a lot less lik…

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Episode 4 | Who is the Hat Man? 14:36

5y ago14:36

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*Please note that this episode may not be suitable for children younger than 13. I’ve seen the hat man. . . have you? This week I delve into the topic of shadow people, and the most famous shadow person of them all; the Hat Man. From my experiences with him at thirteen years old to my theory as to who he might be, join me in my deep dive into the o…

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