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Fabulous Folklore will give you your weekly fix of fabulous folklore in fifteen minutes (or less)! Hosted by fantasy and Gothic horror writer, Icy Sedgwick, the podcast explores folklore, legends, superstitions, mythology, and all things weird, occult and unusual.
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Mythic Giraffe Podcast

Christopher Truitt and Ron Wismer

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Two, sometimes three, friends get together every two weeks to talk about gaming, nerd stuff, and whatever. Like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Follow us on Twitter @cltruitt22 or join our Discord https://discord.gg/TbxA7gcUky . Take care, friends,
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Speculative fiction writer, long-term resident of Japan and Bram Stoker Award finalist Thersa Matsuura explores all that is weird from old Japan—strange superstitions, folktales, cultural oddities, and interesting language quirks. These are little treasures she digs up while doing research for her writing.
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Talking Star Wars

Connor and Alex

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Alex and Connor, two 30-somethings with strong feelings about Star Wars, discuss a variety of topics in everyone's favorite science fiction universe, including; weird Force powers, character explorations, lore discussions, and deep dives into expanded universe content. Updates weekly each Monday. See our new subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/
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History Uncovered

All That's Interesting

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History Uncovered is brought to you by the digital publisher All That’s Interesting, where we explore all things weird and bizarre in the natural world and the world past. Each Wednesday, we take a deep dive into a topic we haven’t been able to stop thinking about. Dive deeper into these stories on All That's Interesting Follow our page on Facebook: HistoryRevealed Follow us on Instagram: @realhistoryuncovered credits: https://allthatsinteresting.com/podcast-credits Please contact advertisin ...
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The Great Chameleon War

Justin Hellstrom

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Welcome to the Nesting Zone: a surreal rim of jungle around Mt. Tahoma prowled by transdimensional reptiles. The Amanuensis catalogues his expedition up the volcano slope and records stories of explorers caught in the evolving dreamscape. Paleo-mythic lizard pyromancy. Blood whisper secrets. Carnivorous astronauts. Cursed poem hallucinations. Staying sane is not an option: a fiction podcast by Justin Hellstrom - rated M for mature.
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Blurry Photos

David Flora

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A podcast that explores the unexplained and explains the unexplored, Blurry Photos seeks the facts behind the fiction of the world’s most fascinating, unbelievable, and chilling mysteries and legends. Focusing on lesser-known topics of Forteana, conspiracy, history, and folklore, Blurry Photos is driven by the desire for a better understanding of fringe subjects through research, storytelling, and rational thinking. Prepare your butts, because it’s time to learn something weird.
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A podcast with two best friends at the helm! Each episode we will be discussing, dissecting and honestly just shootin' the shit about all things weird and you guessed it, whimsical! Join us each week for the wild, weird and sometimes disturbing journey through our brains and how we see the world. From the paranormal and spooky to the fantastical and misunderstood we cover it all. Follow us on Instagram @weirdosofwhimsypod If you want to send us stories, ideas things to chat about or just to ...
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The Violet Hour Podcast

The Violet Hour Podcast

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Welcome to The Violet Hour Podcast, where we explore the mysterious and the mundane. In this podcast, we delve into the fascinating stories that exist at the intersection of the everyday and the unexplained. From unsolved mysteries to bizarre phenomena, from the supernatural to the scientific, each episode of The Violet Hour will take you on a journey into the unknown. Join us as we explore the strange and the mysterious, from haunted houses to unsolved crimes, from paranormal activity to we ...
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Islay is an island to the west of Scotland, at the entrance to the Firth of Lorn. It's 25 miles north of Northern Ireland. Archaeological evidence shows people lived here from 8000 BCE, with evidence of Neolithic and Bronze Age tombs and burial sites. Columba and his missionaries brought Christianity to the island, which Norse raiders also adopted …
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The crew of the Lady of Mercia begin the long journey trailing to their promised prize in Bowman and try to make a profit along the way. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimil…
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Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (pumpkin spice, candy, gaming, movies); Ron ponders if professional sports are worth it in person; Chris asks what we are hoping to see in Dragon Age: The Veilguard. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Come join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https://discord.gg/…
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In this episode, Connor takes the lead and explores the subject of fanediting in Star Wars - the process of taking the raw footage of media and rearranging, editing, altering, and adjusting scenes, audio, and more. We explore both the subject of George Lucas as the very first ‘faneditor’ and review the continual updates the original trilogy in part…
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Lindisfarne, or Holy Island, lies some 11.5 miles to the south east of Berwick-upon-Tweed, just off the coast of Northumberland. Only accessible at low tide, the island still possesses a mystical air, no doubt from its time as a Christian pilgrimage site. Probably most famous as the production centre of the Lindisfarne Gospels, or the island that g…
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*drool* Mmm Donuts. Centuries ago some great innovator came up with punching a hole through fried dough. These dough balls eventually became the familiar ring shape we know today as donuts! Donuts have remained popular not only for it's versatility, coming in all sorts of flavours and sizes, but also for being a bit of a cultural icon in the comfor…
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On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people were killed and countless others injured in terror attacks targeting the Pentagon and the World Trade Center. The aftermath saw immense devastation, but also incredible heroism from rescue workers, including many dogs. The loyalty and dedication that these dogs showed serve as proof that anyone, when they …
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This week we take a break from our sci fi discussions between Classic Traveller episodes to bring you a review and actual play of the first ever Science Fiction tabletop roleplaying game! Check out Metamorphosis Alpha 1st Edition by Wardco (James Ward) https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/50526/Metamorphosis-Alpha-1st-Edition . Music - White…
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In this episode, the hosts take a step back from an in-universe perspective and analyze what was happening in the world during the release of each of the trilogies of movies that comprise the Skywalker Saga. They explore the influence of 70s cinema and the post-Vietnam era on the production of the original trilogy, which was released in the divided…
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An old timey audio drama skit/book promo and the strange caterpillar cult called Tokoyo no Kami. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books including The Book of Japanese Folklore…
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It's easy for mythical birds to capture the imagination, whether it's the phoenix rising from the ashes, or Aethon eternally pecking Prometheus' liver. And let's not forget Odin with his ravens, Huginn and Muninn, or Memory and Thought. In Norse myth, they travelled out into the world and flew back to Odin to report on what was happening. Not all m…
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Humans have found a whole range of uses for birds over the centuries. Hunting with them, keeping them for their song, using them for food or divination - and because some of them are uncommonly pretty. Look at the magnificent peacock with its elaborate tail, or the sweet little goldfinch with its black and red mask. Even the humble dove is both pro…
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The crew of the Lady of Mercia make their way off Ralhe, now fugitives of the Imperium. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimile-Edition Come and join our games! https://discor…
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Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (fall weather, apples, donuts, pizza); Ron asks if we would take advantage of a pill that eliminates the need to exercise; Chris talks about the fun of sleepovers as a youth. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https://discord…
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James Wright (Triskele Heritage), is an award winning buildings archaeologist. He has two decades professional experience of ferreting around in people’s cellars, hunting through their attics and digging up their gardens. He hopes to find meaningful truths about how ordinary and extraordinary folk lived their lives in the mediaeval period. James is…
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Natalie Wood died off the coast of California's Catalina Island on November 29, 1981 — but some say her drowning may not have been an accident. https://allthatsinteresting.com/natalie-wood-death credits: https://allthatsinteresting.com/podcast-credits History Uncovered is part of the Airwave Media network: www.airwavemedia.com Learn more about your…
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This week Jake and I chat about STARSHIPS! Our favorites, the different kinds, starship combat in Tabletop roleplaying games. Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Fa…
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This episode resumes the hosts’ survey and discussion of each work in the current Star Wars canon by going over the next group of novels in release order. This episode discusses the works released in the leadup to The Mandalorian and filling in the gaps about the fall of the Empire, the books released as a tie-in to the opening of the Galaxy’s Edge…
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It's often easy to overlook what we see every day, or at least regularly. Perhaps that's why we overlook our humble garden birds in favour of majestic eagles or mischievous ravens as our favourite birds. Yet the commonality of these small, yet often noisy, birds explains why there is a comparative dearth of folklore about them. Compared to other bi…
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Two fascinating phrases in Japanese that have very creepy origins. What are you really doing when you answer the phone "moshi moshi" anyway? [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her b…
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The crew of the Lady of Mercia make their move on the Vodenseye. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimile-Edition Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWePb Mythic Mo…
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Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (streaming, Olympics, names, school, AI); We saw Deadpool and Wolverine (spoilers) and we talk about how Chris and technology are so far apart. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Come join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https://discord.gg/TbxA7gcUky) and follow…
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Birds of prey have an interesting relationship to humans, having been both competing predators and avian companions for leisure pursuits. They've provided omens through the practice of augury, or divination by flight pattern. They appear in heraldic badges or become associated with deities in mythology. But they also have links with ordinary people…
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Thersa Matsuura, an American author living in Japan, explores lesser-known aspects of Japanese culture, folklore, superstitions, and myths. Fluent in Japanese, she uses her research to write stories and for her podcast Uncanny Japan. She's also the author of The Book of Japanese Folklore, which explores a range of spirits, monsters, and yokai for J…
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Almost exactly 50 years ago, on August 8, 1974, President Richard Nixon gave a televised address unlike any that a U.S. president had ever given before. He began by noting that it was his 37th time addressing the nation and stated that he’d spent the last several decades of his life in public service. But, as Nixon noted, he had lost the support of…
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This week on the SpaceCast I chat with author, YouTuber and tabletop guru Seth Skorkowsky. We discuss skill based RPGs, sci fi RPGs, getting started in sci fi and why we play RPGs. Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Check out Seth's Youtube channel https://www.you…
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In our continuing series of character spotlights highlighting interesting characters from the Star Wars Universe and analyzing both their in-universe traits and how they function as a character in the greater narrative, this episode dives into the half-life of General Grievous, supreme military commander of the armed forces of the Confederacy of In…
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Few watery scenes are quite complete without birds in the picture. Ducks drifting across a country pond. Gulls wheeling in the sky above the beach, before they divebomb an unsuspecting tourist for their chips. Kingfishers flashing along a river, a bright dazzle of colour against the water. They're so much a part of the scenery that aquatic birds ha…
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In this episode, our hosts take a look at the most recent visual media series released in the Star Wars Universe: The Acolyte. Connor and Alex provide an overview and investigation of the plot of the series, from the Rashomon-style episodes portraying the events on Brendok, to the way noir mystery influences the first several episodes, to the beaut…
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The Tale of Anchin and Kiyohime is an epic story of love, betrayal, and transformation into a serpent dragon, but there are several versions of this classic. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura…
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The crew of the Lady of Mercia begin uniting the factions of the Vodenseye. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimile-Edition Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWeP…
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Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (napping, movies, gaming, college, EMS); Ron asks what is something that makes you feel stupid but is easy to use or do?; Chris runs us through some songs with some creepy lyrics. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Come join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https…
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Sunderland began life as three separate settlements on the River Wear. A fishing village called 'Soender-land', or land that is cut asunder' existed by 1100. By the 18th century, Sunderland had replaced Wearmouth, and that's why we still call it Sunderland now. In the past, Sunderland has exported coal, lime, alum, ropes, glass, and pottery. Sunder…
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Hey Bae, hope you are ready to get turnt up to some lit tunes! We did the 80's, we did the 90's, and then the 2000's, so the time has come to finally listen to the tunes of the 2010 decade ! The 2010's were a huge leap in the music industry with the rise of streaming services and having every song at your finger tips. The songs of the 2010s did won…
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Marion Gibson writes accurate, engaging books about witches and magic in history. She’s been interested in witches for over thirty years, since she read the words of women accused of witchcraft in Elizabethan England. Why were they accused of crimes they didn’t commit? And why did they confess? Marion’s books tell the stories of these women and the…
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