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Eerie EssexInTREEguing Stories with Dr James CantonSend us a textIn this captivating episode, we embark on a fascinating journey through the heart of Essex, leaving no branch unturned as we unearth enchanting tales of trees and their hidden stories. Joining us on this adventure is Dr. James Canton from the University of Essex. As the Director of Wild Writing at the university, James has been at the forefront of exploring the relationship between literature, landscape, and the environment since launching the MA Wild Writing program in 2009. A true storyteller, he brings his expertise to life through his acclaimed books, including *O...2025-05-011h 18
The Three Ravens PodcastLocal Legends #34: Ailsa Clarke and Bethan Briggs-MillerOn this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by the hosts of the Eerie Essex podcast, Ailsa Clarke and Bethan Briggs-Miller!Ailsa and Bethan have been at this here podcasting malarkey since the pandemic, and it’s highly likely that you are already familiar with Eerie Essex. If you’ve never had the pleasure to listening to them though, well, you’re in for a treat! In this episode Ailsa, Bethan and Martin talk about everything from lasagne to garden centres to demonic possession, getting lost in underground caves, and Matthew Hopkins, Witch Finder...2025-04-051h 12
The Three Ravens PodcastSeries 6 Episode 5: EssexOn this week's episode of Three Ravens we're off to Essex, exploring the history and folklore of a county that has everything. Apart from mountains...We start off discussing April Fool's Day, which has a surprisingly long legacy, after which we embark for Essex!We begin by talking about a bunch of strange historical quirks in the county, including lots of things to do with ponds - ones in which dead pirates have oak trees growing out of their chests, or where, for centuries, people have been drawn out into Epping Forest to end their...2025-03-312h 00
Are You Creative?EP30 - PARANORMAL PODCASTER - Bethan Briggs-MillerOne of the hosts of the Eerie Essex podcast (with Ailsa Clarke), all about paranormal happenings and traditional stories of mysteries and the unexplained in Essex. Is the Loch Ness Monster a ghost dinosaur? Old Roughy the poltergeist in Great Waltham. Ghost cats in pubs. How do Bethan and Ailsa research their podcast? Start with the paranormal database, books, British newspaper archive. Weird Norfolk podcast from the Norfolk Folklore Society inspired them to start their Essex podcast. Black Shuck the East Anglian dog is a brilliant regional myth. Part cryptid, part entity, a black dog with blazing red eyes...2025-03-241h 13
Eerie EssexEerie EssexentricsSend us a textEssex is a county full of colourful characters, and we have a fine selection of eccentric folk to share with you this month...If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.Support the show2025-02-1949 min
Loremen PodcastXmas Pig 2024 with Bethan Briggs-Miller!To brighten these gloomy days between Xmas Pig and Plough Monday, we have another wonderful deputy loreperson! It's Bethan Briggs-Miller of Eerie Essex with an original (and porcine) method of dispersing youths. Plus a dark bit of Peppa Pig-lore that will chill you to your trotters.Check out the East Anglian Folklore Centre here.This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor.LoreBoys nether say die!Support the Loremen here (and get stuff):patreon.com/loremenpodko-fi.com/loremenCheck the sweet, sweet...2024-12-2925 min
Eerie EssexYule wouldn't believe it!Send us a textSeason's Greetings!Join Ailsa for a spot of Yuletide shivers with a Colchester ghost story sure to make you watch the shadows.Bethan unfortunately couldn't record for this but will be back next month as usual.Have a wonderful Christmas everyone!If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com...2024-12-2122 min
Alt Marketing SchoolEP 212 - Cut Down Hours of Work with These Workflow & Delegation SecretsTune in for an episode featuring social media expert Bethan Wright, who shares her delegation secrets and introduces "brain dumping" to spark creativity. We discuss the benefits of hiring a coach and how to make marketing enjoyable, joined by co-host Jess Bruno, who shares insights on using AI for effective delegation. Get ready for laughs and valuable tips to elevate your game!ABOUT YOUR CO-HOSTJess Bruno is a social media content strategist who supports service-based providers. She creates engaging, purpose-led content that leads to significant conversion results. Her nurturing ‘done with you’ coac...2024-12-021h 26
Sketch Poetry**Sketch Prose** Oh Whistle and I'll Come to You, My Lad-M.R James 👻🎄Not poetry, but I recorded this last year and wanted to share it with you.A spooky tale for the fireside this Christmas by the masterful M.R James.Sceptical Professor Parkins takes a trip to Burnstow to indulge in some research, and play some golf. He finds a mysterious whistle in the ruins of an old preceptory and, foolishly, blows it. From this point on, he is pursued by...what?Stoke the fire or light a candle, settle back in a comfy chair, pour yourself a large glass of something strong; you may...2024-12-0152 min
Sketch Poetry**Sketch Prose** Oh Whistle and I'll Come to You, My Lad-M.R James 👻🎄Not poetry, but I recorded this last year and wanted to share it with you. A spooky tale for the fireside this Christmas by the masterful M.R James.Sceptical Professor Parkins takes a trip to Burnstow to indulge in some research, and play some golf. He finds a mysterious whistle in the ruins of an old preceptory and, foolishly, blows it. From this point on, he is pursued by...what? Stoke the fire or light a candle, settle back in a comfy chair, pour yourself a large glass of something strong; you may...2024-12-0146 min
Eerie EssexOne too many SpiritsSend us a textFancy a swift half? Then join us this episode for some spooky tales from Essex pubs. First round is on us...If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.Support the show2024-11-281h 15
Eerie EssexThe HalloweenersSend us a textOur latest episode whisks you away on a supernatural journey through the haunting legends and eerie traditions of East Anglia. We start at the East Anglian Folklore Centre in Colchester, unraveling the rich history of Halloween customs, like the flower-adorned graves in Witham and the mesmerising divination rituals that once defined All Hallows' Eve. Discover how commercialism has morphed these once somber traditions of remembrance into today’s festive spectacle. Support the show2024-10-2728 min
Eerie EssexOh I do like to haunt beside the seaside!🎼Send us a textThe weather is grand so we are off to the seaside! Join us for some coastal eerie tales.If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.Support the show2024-08-1741 min
Into The Fog with Peter Laws27. Devil's Disciple at the Haunted Inn: How a 17th Century Monk became a Servant of SatanSend us a textVideo Version HereA horrific and spine-chilling paranormal mystery from the 17th century, which centres around a mysterious and haunted inn called Treasure Holt, from Clacton on Sea in Essex.It was here that a pious monk’s descent into the dark arts lead to unimaginable horrors. Lured by two malevolent innkeepers, the monk abandons his faith to worship the devil and commits heinous acts that may disturb you. Could this be the reason behind so much paranormal activity that has been reported at the property, ever since?2024-08-0442 min
Eerie EssexEerie Essex on the Road: The Harsnett Road hauntingsSend us a textWe are back with another tale we collected on the road.It seems things go bump in the night a lot in New Town, Colchester...particularly on Harsnett Road.Eerie Essex on the road was supported by the Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund, who provided funding and support for this undertaking. If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can also find us on Twitter, F...2024-07-3146 min
Eerie EssexEerie Essex: Video haunts the Radio Star with Dr Cal CooperSend us a textJoin us as we delve into the eerie world of telephone calls from the dead with guest host Dr Callum E Cooper. Cal is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in Psychology at the University of Northampton, UK. He received a PhD from the University of Northampton for work on thanatology, positive psychology and anomalous experiences, and a second PhD from Manchester Metropolitan University for work on parapsychology and spontaneous case methodology. Some of his professional positions include: Council Member of the Society for Psychical Research (and also sits on its Survival Research...2024-06-031h 24Eerie EssexFearful Pranks EnsueSend us a textPinch, punch first of the month! Happy April Fools Day :-)We hope you have all had fun and got up to some shenanigans. This episode we look at some pranks, jokes and tomfoolery of the county. We had great fun making this ....mischief managed!If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comAlso please contact us with any tales of telephones calls, voice mails, emails, messages from the dead....2024-04-0145 min
Eerie EssexCryptids 2 Electric BoogalooSend us a textIn this months episode we delve into the weird and wonderful world of cryptozoology. We cover dogmen, reptilians, sea monsters...and....an evil platypus? Canvey Island Monster Returns: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZA2pK6ixGkManfish Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzzDrvgpkIs If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi an...2024-02-1352 min
Loremen PodcastXmas Pig with Bethan Briggs-Miller!It's the second day of the Five Pigs of Xmas. James is joined by Bethan from the Eerie Essex podcast for a few Xmas pigs in a blanket (of folklore). Grab a sausage roll (vegan, of course) and enjoy these hamtastic tales!
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Eerie EssexEerie Essex On The Road: Our House in the middle of the GreenSend us a textOn the road again and happy Winter Solstice!Thank you to Sue Whytock and Nick Lumm for sharing their stories from St John's Green, Colchester.Link to property: https://www.onthemarket.com/details/11578215/Eerie Essex on the road was supported by the Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund, who provided funding and support for this undertaking. If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou c...2023-12-2143 min
Right in the SchooliesOh Whistle and I'll Come to You, My LadHere it is: the ghost story for Christmas 2023! A classic tale of terror from the master. This particular story was read by me and beautifully enhanced by the very talented Bethan Briggs Miller, from the Eerie Essex and Spectre of the Sea podcast. She was also a wonderful guest, and you can listen to her episode here. I recommend putting on your headphones, pouring a large brandy and lighting a single candle as you listen to this.🕯️Be careful, you may not be alone.Merry Christmas!Image artwork courtesy of Nunkie, the true m...2023-12-1952 min
Eerie EssexEerie Essex on the Road: The Wivenhoe FilesSend us a textIt's another on the road special! We were joined by the enigmatic Martin Newell who had lots of strange tales about the sleepy fishing village of Wivenhoe.Martin's music: https://www.cleanersfromvenus.com/Martin's Poetry: https://soundcloud.com/essex-record-office/sets/spoke-n-wordEerie Essex on the road was supported by the Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund, who provided funding and support for this undertaking. If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us v...2023-12-0459 min
The Modern Fairy Sightings PodcastEp 71: Halloween Special with Eerie Essex's Listeners Stories plus Time Between Times' Owen StatonSend us a textAn audio recording of our patron-exclusive live stream 🎃 Halloween Special gathering with Bethan Briggs-Miller and Ailsa Clarke of Eerie Essex Podcast and Owen Staton of Time Between Times . Bethan and Owen also create Spectre of the Sea Podcast together.⚡️Recorded live stream on the Modern Fairy Sightings YouTube channel: 👻 We hear some of the spooky stories Bethan and Ailsa collected from members of the public when they took, Eerie Essex Podcast, ‘On The Road’ earlier this year.🦇 Owen, who also hosts Time Between Times Storytelling Podcast shares a tale from Delyth...2023-10-291h 20
Eerie EssexKill or CureSend us a textThis month we look at stories from some of the county's old asylums. We discuss a mixture of fascinating and heartbreaking tales that we hopefully managed to approach respectfully. If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.That's PeculiarA podcast about anything peculiar! W...2023-10-2355 min
The Appalachian Folklore PodcastBonus Episode: My Sleep Paralysis Story with Bethan Briggs-MillerLINKSThe Modern Fairy Sightings Podcast :Guest Host Takeover with Bethan Briggs-Miller and Icy Sedgwickhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-66-guest-host-takeover-2-icy-sedgwick-bethan-briggs/id1539352369?i=1000625051781 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0408 minThe Appalachian Folklore PodcastA Conversation with Folklore Researcher Bethan Briggs-MillerLINKSEerie Essex Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eerie-essex/id1579236448Spectre of the Sea Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/spectre-of-the-sea/id1638157950Bethan on Twitter/Xhttps://twitter.com/BethanJones9Bethan on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/bethanbriggsmillerart/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0148 min
Eerie EssexEerie Essex on the Road: Painting the town dread, a listener storySend us a textIt's episode 2 of our listener series and we really enjoyed talking to Jane Stewart about her experiences. Hear the chilling stories we recorded in the Wivenhoe Bookshop...Eerie Essex on the road was supported by the Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund, who provided funding and support for this undertaking. If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can also find us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram. Just search f...2023-09-1530 min
Eerie EssexEerie Essex on the Road: The Hitchhiker Ghost, a listener storySend us a textWe are so excited to bring you the first episode in our new listener series "Eerie Essex on the Road". Her the chilling tale we recorded in Colchester Castle prisons regarding a hitchhiker who were not all they seemed to be...Eerie Essex on the road was supported by the Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund, who provided funding and support for this undertaking. If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.c...2023-09-0121 min
Fabulous Folklore with IcyBelfast Ghost Stories: A Prison, a Market, and a Railway StationBelfast is the capital of Northern Ireland, and its site has been occupied since the Bronze Age. It's been a major port since the 19th century, and the Harland & Wolff shipyard built RMS Titanic here.
It's a city of much history, so it comes as no surprise that there are plenty of ghost stories linked with Belfast. Haunted prisons, railway stations, private homes, even roads - Belfast has the lot.
So let's explore some of these Belfast ghost stories - and a particularly weird experience at one of its Bronze Age sites - in this...2023-08-2620 min
Press Play & RunWhy all running is running and you're probably faster than you think, with Bethan Taylor Swaine Bethan Taylor Swaine joins Ryan with great news for everyday runners - you’re probably doing better than you think!As she approaches the home straight of her PhD thesis in representations and identities of women in ultra running, Bethan has developed a reputation for championing diversity and inclusion in running in local and national run settings and media. She shares some of the findings of her research and her own running story, including her recent first outing at the London Marathon and being part of Run Dem Crew.Episode LinksBe...2023-08-241h 07The Modern Fairy Sightings PodcastEp 66: Guest Host Takeover 2 - Icy Sedgwick & Bethan Briggs-MillerSend us a text✨ In this second and final Summer Guest Host Takeover special* I'm delighted to introduce two more spectacular human beings: Bethan Briggs-Miller of Eerie Essex and Spectre of the Sea and Icy Sedgwick of Fabulous Folklore with Icy🧌🧚🏻♀️ Icy and Bethan share encounters from their original homelands, discuss psychic home-clearing and whether it works, muse on fairy/human interactions and even divulge their own personal relationships with potential Otherworldly beings! The video version of this episode will release on YouTube one week after the audio release.*JO HI...2023-08-201h 46The Modern Fairy Sightings PodcastEp 65: Guest Host Takeover Special with Kate Ray and Claire CaselySend us a text✨Welcome to part one of two Guest Host Takeover specials produced by my fellow podcasters and researchers.* In this episode I'm delighted to introduce hosts Kate Ray of Hare in the Hawthorn and Claire Casely of ‘Fairy Whispering Podcast’. Their fabulous chat includes a discussion on the merits of gnomes (Kate hails from Nottingham, scene of the Wollaton Gnomes) and pixies (Claire is from Devon, land of the pixies).🧌🧚🏻♀️ They discuss our human connection with nature, and their own personal relationships with fairy beings. Some musings...2023-08-061h 21
Eerie EssexHere come the lads in blaaaaack 🎼 UFOs with Alasdair Beckett KingSend us a textThis month we’re joined by the inter dimensional Alisdair Beckett-King to swap stories about UFO’sFind out why a coal shovel might be humanities best defence against little grey men, learn about the intimidating letters received by the MOD and listen to encounters of chilling encounters in Essex forest with Aliens.Alasdair is co-host of The Loremen Podcast with James Shakeshaft and an exceedingly lovely, funny lad. Loremen is a funny podcast about local legends and forgotten folklore:http://www.loremenpodcast.com ...2023-07-141h 22
Folkways: The Folklore of Britain and Ireland(S3E3) 📍 SPIRIT OF THE PLACE: Interview with Bethan Briggs-MillerTravel with us to Wivenhoe, north Essex, as we muse over the role of folklore today, fairy trees, plus bizarre lockdown sightings with folklore researcher Bethan Briggs-Miller.
BBM's work:
🎧 Eerie Essex Podcast https://t.ly/p8tw
🎧 Spectre of the Sea Podcast https://t.ly/KKxZ
📺 Death and the Landscape: Glamorgan and the Llynfi Valley https://t.ly/V98h
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2023-07-1344 min
Eerie EssexInterview with an Author: Live at the Red Lion Book Shop with Lucy BarkerSend us a textWe were very excited to join Lucy Barker at Red Lion Book Shop in Colchester to discuss her debut novel "The Other Side of Mrs Wood".The Other Side of Mrs Wood is a tale set in a world of illusion and rivalry where the reader is deeply immersed in the high society of Victorian London. With each seance another layer of the rich tapestry of intricate lives is revealed and how closely their fates are interweaved. The story follows Mrs Wood as a celebrated medium in a world where...2023-07-0739 min
Frightful40: Saved from Death...by a Ghost? (Part 1)When we talk about ghosts on Frightful it’s normally a scary, threatening experience. The cases we look at tonight and next time are still scary…but there’s a difference. In each of the accounts you’re about to hear, we will meet people at the mercy of very frightening natural circumstances, from tragic car crashes to twisted sex killers lurking in a house…
Yet the dazzling claim in all these cases, is that these victims were protected by some sort of supernatural force.
Brace yourself, as police files meet the world...2023-06-1820 min
Folklore, Food and FairytalesA Cawl Tale or The Cheese Ownership ConundrumThis episdoe is a little different but I hope you enjoy a wonderful Welsh tale from fantastic storyteller Owen Staton and our chat in which we barely touch the depths of how both food and stories can break down barriers between people and nourish our souls but had a fabulous time in the talking just the same.
As a bonus I also interviewed Catherine Warr about her fascinating new book A Yorkshire Year: Folklore, history, traditions as well as finding out all about how she got interested in folklore as well as 'fakelore'.
You can...2023-06-131h 20Folkways: The Folklore of Britain and Ireland(S3E2) 🏴 GHOSTS OF GLAMORGAN: Interview with Bethan Briggs-MillerEnjoy this adventure to folklorist Bethan Briggs-Miller's childhood home in Tondu, Wales. Bethan is a great raconteur and regales us with tales of the spectres that may still linger at the family fireplace... A frank, vivid, and personal conversation.
BBM's work:
📺 Death and the Landscape: Glamorgan and the Llynfi Valley https://t.ly/V98h
🎧 Spectre of the Sea Podcast https://t.ly/KKxZ
🎧 Eerie Essex Podcast https://t.ly/p8tw
🤝 Become a valued Friend of Folkways
🎧 Soundtrack by @big.big.sky
📺 Folkways Youtube
2023-06-121h 00The Modern Fairy Sightings PodcastEp 60: Owen Staton Storyteller: Welsh Fairies and LegendsSend us a textI chat with Owen Staton, host of storytelling podcast, Time Between Times and Spectre of the Sea, an atmospheric thriller series weaving Welsh legend and folklore, which he co-hosts with Bethan Briggs-Miller. We are treated to not one but TWO fantastic stories...including my personal favourite about the Tylwyth Teg (Welsh Fae folk) plus we hear Welsh legend, Gwion and the Witch . We hear about Owen's childhood orb experience and he recounts some strange occurrences that took place during his days working as a police officer in south Wales. Ge...2023-05-2858 min
Spectre of the Sea10. The Pit of GhostsOwen my have rescued Bethan from the tale tide but what will happen next? As they stand above Port Talbot, the memories of the Morfa Pit disaster still echoes round the hinterland below.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonTwitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Spectreofthesea2023-05-2716 min
Eerie EssexDe Nile is not a river in EssexSend us a textThis months episode is landing with a splash!Join us as we take a look at the legends, stories and folklore surrounding some of the county's waterways.If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can also find us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram. Just search for Eerie Essex!You can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex2023-05-011h 06
Alternative Stories and Fake RealitiesThe Best of Men : An Audio Drama : Part TwoSend us a textMarc Hughes, the larger-than-life presenter of the supernatural investigation TV show Paranormal Takedown, is in Shropshire visiting his friend Jack who claims that the Devil is active in the county. Alongside co-host Emilie Daniels, Marc has decided to make a special edition about the weird goings-on but upon arrival in the county he starts to realise that the stories he is hearing are stranger and darker than he imagined. Catch up with part one of the drama here https://www.buzzsprout.com/411730/12499890Content warning : this podcast contains swearing, suggestions of...2023-04-0754 min
Eerie EssexUFOMOSend us a textWith all the strange things in the sky at the moment we just had to revisit UFOs...If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can also find us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram. Just search for Eerie Essex!You can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.That's...2023-04-011h 10
LIVRA-TE#70 - In Our Books Era (Taylor Swift Tour & livros)Nem queríamos fazer mais um episódio sobre Taylor Swift, mas o Francisco pediu. Em honra das 3h15 de concerto, deixamos as nossas humildes sugestões de livros, várias teorias e opiniões dos nossos corações Swifties. 💖
Livros mencionados neste episódio:
- Girl in White, Sue Hubbard (1:47)
- A gente mira no amor e acerta na solidão, Ana Suy (2:32)
- Howl’s Moving Castle, Diana Wynne Jones (3:10)
- Well, This Is Exhausting, Sophia Benoit (3:59)
- Isla and the Happy Ever After, Stephanie Perkins (11:16)
- One of Us is Lying, Karen M. McManus (11:36)
- Hot Copy, Ruby Barret (1...2023-03-2955 minEerie EssexSpecial Guest Interview: Danny RobinsSend us a textWe were thrilled to be joined in this episode by the wonderful Danny Robins from Haunted, The Battersea Poltergeist, Uncanny and The Witch Farm. We talk all things eerie, uncanny and ask some very serious (and not so serious ....Uncanny Community looking at you) questions.You can listen to Danny on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0010wp9...and contact him via: experiences@dannyrobins.comIf you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact...2023-03-161h 05
Spectre of the Sea9. Pwll GwenllinOwen continues to try and look for Bethan with time running out before the Merched Beca finalise their plans...Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonGuest starring:Jo Hickey-Hall as HeddSarah Allen as Jenni (voice on the phone)*Jo has an amazing podcast called "The Modern Fairy Sightings Podcast" chronicling peoples real life encounters with the fair folk. You can find out more here: https://www.scarlettofthefae.com/*Twitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Spectreofthesea2023-02-2611 min
Right in the SchooliesBethan Briggs-Miller--South WalesThis week Mr. James is joined by Bethan Briggs-Miller from the Eerie Essex and Spectre of the Sea podcast. Bethan discusses her childhood in South Wales and discusses Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, nice nuns and being haunted by a poltergeist when she was trying to do her homework. Support the show2023-02-171h 14
Eerie Essex100% that Witch!Send us a textIn this episode we go back to look at witches. As ever with this topic alongside the fascinating there is the tragic and macabre. From Cunning Murrell to the first witch trial ending with a hanging...join us....*Warning* this episode is particularly dark and looks at subjects such as suicide and sexual assault.If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can also find us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram. Just...2023-02-071h 08
Spectre of the Sea8. The Tale TideAfter being pulled under in the mysterious boat Bethan finds herself in a strange in-between world...Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonGuest starring:Sarah Allen as Jenni (voice on the phone)Twitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Spectreofthesea2023-01-3010 min
Our Curious Past16: Did Hundreds of People Predict the Morfa Mining Disaster, 1890?Have you ever had a bad dream, or an ominous feeling that…something terrible was going to happen? Some take those feelings very seriously indeed. They might even change their plans in light of that foreboding.
However, many others would simply put this all down to superstition, worry…or plain overthinking.
Today on Our Curious Past we explore a series of disasters that culminate in a catastrophe that would devastate a small Welsh town in the 19th century. Yet we will learn that a staggering number of people sensed that the incident would happen.
Was it pure co-incidence…or a case o...2023-01-2031 min
Eerie EssexAnimal, vegetable....spiritual? Animal folklore with James ShakeshaftSend us a textWe are joined this month by Loremen's James Shakeshaft in our hunt for the county's strangest animal ghosts/folklore. We have headless chickens, frozen chickens, big cats and dangerous deers. Take a walk on the wild side with us...James Shakeshaft is co-host of The Loremen Podcast with Alasdair Beckett-King and a jolly lovely chap. Loremen is a funny podcast about local legends and forgotten folklore:http://www.loremenpodcast.com If you have any more information about these stories or want to share y...2023-01-111h 27
Time Between Times Storytelling with Owen StatonTime between Times Storytelling with Owen Staton. Fire Pit Fables with Bethan Briggs MillerWelcome to what I hope will be a new monthly departure from the regular storytelling offerings. Joining me at the Firepit tonight is Folklorist and Podcast host (Spectre of the Sea and Eerie Essex ) Bethan Briggs Miller who will discuss her favorite books films and folkloric tales. Bethan will also reveal her favorite story and Owen will then tell it at the Time Between Times.
It was a great pleasure to Speak to Bethan on the show please check out her Podcasts as she is a very talented lady
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Spectre of the Sea7. Margam Castle and it's GhostsOwen and Bethan have made their way to Margam Castle, unsure what to do next. A strange visitor appears who seems to know Owen. What could be going on?Stories are taken from and inspired by "The Folklore of Glamorgan" by Alan Roderick and "Legends of Porthcawl and the Glamorgan Coast" by Alan Morgan.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonGuest starring:Sarah Allen as Jenni (voice on the phone)Twitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Spectreofthesea2022-12-3021 min
Spectre of the Sea6. Walk to Margam - minisodeFed up of waiting for Owen to get off the phone Bethan walks on ahead with us to Margam. On the way she remembers a very strange night that was had. Join us on this walk and hear the tale of The Beast of Margam.Inspired by true events (yes that's right, it did actually happen)Twitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Spectreofthesea2022-12-2905 min
Eerie EssexA Darker Side of YuleSend us a textWe are so excited to be joined for this Christmas special by the wonderful, magical Jo Hickey-Hall & Icy Sedgwick. We discuss Christmas folklore, ghost stories and of course segue into some rather random topics. So join us for a look at the darker side of Yule...You can follow Jo on the The Modern Fairy Sighting Podcast: https://themodernfairysightingspodcast.buzzsprout.com/&Icy Sedgwick on Fabulous Folklore: https://www.fabulousfolklore.comIf you have any more information about these stories or want to...2022-12-221h 35
Eerie EssexSpecial Guest Interview Part II: Peter LawsSend us a text...and here is part II. Yes that was cruel of us to finish just before Bethan finished her story. But here is the rest of our special gust interview with Peter Laws.Peter is an author, journalist, film critic and public speaker. He is the creator of the Creepy Cove Community Church Podcast, two popular non-fiction podcasts Frightful & Our Curious Past and also the Matt Hunter novel series. The first of which, 'Purged', was released in February 2017, followed by 'Unleashed' in 2018 and 'Severed' in 2019. The fourth, 'Possessed' was published in February 2020...2022-12-0157 minEerie EssexSpecial Guest Interview Part I: Peter LawsSend us a textWe were delighted to be joined by Peter Laws this month for a jolly good geek-out about all things weird and wonderful. We ended up chatting for two hours so this is going to be a 2-parter. Peter Laws is an author, journalist, film critic and public speaker. He is the creator of the Creepy Cove Community Church Podcast, two popular non-fiction podcasts Frightful & Our Curious Past and also the Matt Hunter novel series. The first of which, 'Purged', was released in February 2017, followed by 'Unleashed' in 2018 and 'Severed' in 2019. The...2022-11-2051 min
Spectre of the Sea5. Ghost Stories at The Prince of Wales, KenfigAfter losing the Hiraeth at Kenfig Pool, Owen and Bethan seek refuge in The Prince of Wales pub nearby. Here they swap their own stories of encounters that have led them here...Stories are taken from and inspired by "The Folklore of Glamorgan" by Alan Roderick and "Legends of Porthcawl and the Glamorgan Coast" by Alan Morgan.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonGuest starring:Peter Jones as Clive the LandlordSarah Allen as Jenni (voice on the phone)Twitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/S...2022-11-1025 min
Eerie EssexDon't go getting sedimental on me!Send us a textThis month we are stuck between a rock and a hard place as we discuss Essex stones.If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.That's PeculiarA podcast about anything peculiar! We'll cover history, science, true crime, and...Listen on: Apple...2022-11-0459 minTime Between Times Storytelling with Owen StatonTime between Times Storytelling with Owen Staton. Episode 57 . Ghost Stories . The Legend of Lady BlackbirdThe Dark heart of the year is upon us. The Time between Times is at its strongest. Join me for a series of Ghost stories to Celebrate the Witching Season.
The legend of Lady Blackbird is a truly terrifying tale of love and betrayal. Gather under a blanket and let your imagination run wild.
Email Owenstaton@aol.com
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Please have a listen to Spectre of the Sea which is the ghost story podcast which I co...2022-10-1419 min
Spectre of the Sea4. Sker House and the lost town of KenfigWhat should have been a restful stop for the crew of the Hiraeth is scuppered by the restless spirits of this stretch of haunted hinterland. Stories are taken from and inspired by "The Folklore of Glamorgan" by Alan Roderick and "Legends of Porthcawl and the Glamorgan Coast" by Alan Morgan.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonTwitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Spectreofthesea2022-10-1022 min
Some Other SphereEpisode 87 - Ailsa Clarke & Bethan Briggs-Miller - Eerie EssexJoining me for this episode are paranormal researchers Ailsa Clarke and Bethan Briggs-Miller, who are the hosts of the Eerie Essex podcast.
In their podcast, they explore the folklore, macabre history and supernatural happenings of Essex, an ancient county in the east of England. There have been episodes on witches, cryptids, ghosts, exorcisms, gnomes, and much more.
In the interview I begin by talking with Ailsa and Bethan about how Eerie Essex got started, after which we discuss some of the unusual subjects they’ve covered in the podcast, as well as a few of th...2022-10-0557 min
Eerie EssexSpeak of the Devil!Send us a textJoin us this month where we discuss the Devil and some of his exploits across the county.To watch the video we talk about please follow the link below:https://youtu.be/_xgx33E4JG0If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.2022-10-011h 20Time Between Times Storytelling with Owen StatonTime between Times Storytelling with Owen Staton. Episode 54 . The Knight of StaufenbergA lovely old German folktale that i found in the Oxford Myths and Legends book of German Hero-sagas and folk tales. Sit back , relax and enjoy this tale traditionally told at the Time between Times
Take care
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Please have a listen to my new podcast Spectre of the Sea. i co host this with the amazing Bethan Briggs - Miller .
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Spectre of the SeaStorytime - The Tell-tale Heart, by Edgar Allan PoeAs we launch our new Patreon we wanted to give our listeners a taste of the extras you can expect. As well as our adventures aboard the Hiraeth we will be reading well-known and loved spooky tales available only to Patreon followers. This first one is available to all.The first instalment is The Tell-tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe, read by Owen Staton, produced by Bethan Briggs-Miller.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/SpectreoftheseaTwitter: @spectre_sea2022-09-1620 min
Spectre of the Sea3. Tusker Rock - minisodeWe set off from Ogmore heading West. Nearing Porthcawl the sound of the fairground fills the air...but we must be careful...Tusker Rock is near...Stories are taken from and inspired by "The Folklore of Glamorgan" by Alan Roderick and "Legends of Porthcawl and the Glamorgan Coast" by Alan Morgan.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonTwitter: @spectre_sea2022-09-1604 minTime Between Times Storytelling with Owen StatonTime between Times Storytelling with Owen Staton. Episode 53 . The Wizard LairdI really enjoyed recording this classic tale which I found nestled in the hallowed Readers digest " Myths and legends of Britain ". News over the last few days has been somewhat glum so hopefully this tale will cheer you somewhat. For this episode I wrote a couple of points down but just let it flow to see what happened ?. I am really pleased with the result. I love storytelling like this . its rough and ready but its what storytelling in its purest form is all about.
I hope you enjoy listening to it.
thanks for your...2022-09-0920 min
Eerie EssexEsseX marks the spot!Send us a textGrab your map and spade because this month we are off to find treasure! ...but remember, all that glitters isn't always gold....If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.That's PeculiarA podcast about anything peculiar! We'll cover history, science, true crime, and...2022-09-011h 07
Spectre of the Sea2. Candleston Castle and the White Ladies of Ewenny & OgmoreWe have safely made it in from the storm and are sheltering in the Pelican in her Piety pub. Join us as we share tales from this stretch of river over a glass of wine and a warm fireside. Surely nothing will happen tonight....or will it...Stories are taken from and inspired by "The Folklore of Glamorgan" by Alan Roderick and "Legends of Porthcawl and the Glamorgan Coast" by Alan Morgan.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonTwitter: @spectre_sea2022-08-2525 min
Eerie EssexColchester Castle: Wicked Spirits InterviewSend us a textIn this episode we speak to curator Ben Paites about the new exhibition at Colchester Castle, Wicked Spirits. It explores the history of changing attitudes towards witchcraft in England from the 1500s into the 1800s and focuses on the stories of the accused rather than the Witchfinder General.Special thanks to Charlotte Evans for talking to us about her time on work experience with the exhibition. For more information on the exhibition and ticket prices please go to:https://colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/wickedspirits/If you have a...2022-08-1834 minTime Between Times Storytelling with Owen StatonTime between Times Storytelling with Owen Staton. Episode 50 . The Spirit of St EdmundI love this old Anglo Saxon folktale which has remained hidden for many years. Ancient tale of piety and War. Come and listen mindfully with me as we celebrate the podcasts 50th episode.
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www.patreon.com/owenstaton7 . I truly appreciate any support give to me here
please also have a listen to the Spectre of the Sea podcast that i co- present with Bethan Briggs miller . Fans of time between...2022-08-1217 min
Eerie EssexBoom! Shake shake shake the Room!Send us a textWelcome back! In this episode we will be looking at the frightening tales of poltergeists in the county. If you hear your dog crying to get in at the front door...maybe you'll double check before letting it next time 😬If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a r...2022-08-0557 min
Spectre of the Sea1. The Wreckers of Dunraven & The Witch of SoutherndownIn our first episode we come ashore on the beach at Southdown just below Witches Point. Join us around the fire, ignore the distant echoes of thunder and lose yourself in stories from legend.Stories are taken from and inspired by "The Folklore of Glamorgan" by Alan Roderick2022-08-0427 min
Eerie EssexI Gnome What You Did Last Summer!!!Send us a textThis month we are whisked away, hand in hand, with the fairies. We discuss encounters in Essex and the folklore surrounding such creatures.We very lucky to have been joined by the wonderful Jo Hickey-Hall from The Modern Fairy Sightings podcast to share in our storytelling and discussions.Video of fairy on ring doorbell:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hr8yo35dr6cThe Modern Fairy Sighting Podcast: https://themodernfairysightingspodcast.buzzsprout.com/The Folklore Library & Archive Fairy Conference:https://www.eventbrite.c...2022-06-171h 30
Eerie EssexBonus Episode: Dead Men Pay No Bills, A Listener StorySend us a textWe spent a lovely afternoon talking to one of our listeners who had so many stories to share with us. A costume shop on Mersea Island, Red Lion Walk and Made & Found cafe are some of the places mentioned.Thank you again Wendy for meeting with us...You can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssex....or by leaving us a review.That's PeculiarA podcast about anything peculiar! We'll cover...2022-06-0141 min
Eerie EssexThe Essexorcist: Part TwoSend us a textWhat? You want more?....okay, here is part two of our exorcism episode plus a listener story. Colchester Museum - Witchcraft museum donation:www.artfund.org/wicked-spiritsYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com/EerieEssexThat's PeculiarA podcast about anything peculiar! We'll cover history, science, true crime, and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show2022-05-0639 min
What's Out There?Of Witch's Legs and Other Questions.We recently started a new video series, called "Tales of Haunted Norfolk", where we look into some of the many spooky stories from our home county.Each episode tells a tale, accompanied by an investigation. The first story we told took us to East Somerton, the ruins of St mary's Church and the tale of the witch's leg.Thinking it would be just a quiet night in a ruined church, we were not prepared for the strange experiences we had there.Join Nigel and Juliette as they delve a little deeper into...2022-05-041h 20
Eerie EssexThe Essexorcist: Part OneSend us a textWe thought we may struggle to find any stories on exorcisms in Essex. I mean have you ever heard of one?......oh how wrong we were!We have had to split this episode into two parts as there was so many and we still haven't covered them all. So pull the blanket tighter and maybe sleep with the light on tonight...True or False 90s Tv show link (Bill Ramsey):https://youtu.be/jLEh9LIkiG8*May is EDS awareness month (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) and as it is...2022-05-011h 03
Eerie EssexMonks Behaving Badly!Send us a textThis month we look at Monks...and what a naughty lot some of them were! Tales of ghostly apparitions and even Devil worship; it certainly is an interesting topic.If you would like to contact us with more information on this episode or with your own Essex tale please email us at: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.That's PeculiarA podcast about anything peculiar! We'll cover history, science, true crime, and...Listen on: Apple P...2022-04-011h 10
Eerie EssexIt'll be all fright on the night!Send us a textIt's off to the theatre in this month's episode of Eerie Essex. Join us round the fire for tales of tragedy, ghosts and strange bumps in the night. So let's get this show on the road...break a leg...If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comFor more information on the online Witchcraft conference 19-20th March please follow the link: http://www.thefolklorepodcast.com/store/p137/Witchcraft_conference_online_ticket_19-20_March...2022-03-0158 min
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The Start of Something is a wonderfully romantic story about the healing powers of love. Gentle and romantic, a wonderful salve for the soul, it is a charming joy of a...2022-02-0310h 36
Get Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaThe Start of Something by Miranda DickinsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/499076 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Start of Something Author: Miranda Dickinson Narrator: Simon Pothecary, Claire Morgan Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 36 minutes Release date: February 3, 2022 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: ‘A proper lovely romance, and a fabulous spirit-lifter’ Ruth Jones ‘Heart-warming and believable. This is Miranda Dickinson at her very best’ Sarah Morgan ‘The Start of Something is a wonderfully romantic story about the healing powers of love. Gentle and romantic, a wonderful salve for the soul, it is a charming joy of a read’ Milly Johnson ‘Miranda is such a big-hearted, generous writer, full o...2022-02-0305 minFree Audiobook, Where Stories Come Alive, Take a DiveStart of Something Audiobook by Miranda DickinsonListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 503227
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Listen to New Full Audiobooks in Romance, Rom-ComThe Start of Something by Miranda DickinsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/499076 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Start of Something Author: Miranda Dickinson Narrator: Simon Pothecary, Claire Morgan Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 36 minutes Release date: February 3, 2022 Genres: Rom-Com Publisher's Summary: ‘A proper lovely romance, and a fabulous spirit-lifter’ Ruth Jones ‘Heart-warming and believable. This is Miranda Dickinson at her very best’ Sarah Morgan ‘The Start of Something is a wonderfully romantic story about the healing powers of love. Gentle and romantic, a wonderful salve for the soul, it is a charming joy of a read’ Milly Johnson ‘Miranda is such a big-hearted, generous writer, full o...2022-02-0305 min
Listen to New Full Audiobooks in Romance, Rom-ComThe Start of Something by Miranda DickinsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/499076to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Start of Something
Author: Miranda Dickinson
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Length: 10 hours 36 minutes
Release date: February 3, 2022
Genres: Rom-Com
Publisher's Summary:
‘A proper lovely romance, and a fabulous spirit-lifter’ Ruth Jones ‘Heart-warming and believable. This is Miranda Dickinson at her very best’ Sarah Morgan ‘The Start of Something is a wonderfully romantic story about the healing powers of love. Gentle and romantic, a wonderful salve for the soul, it is a charming joy of a read’ Milly Johnson ‘Miranda is such a big-hearted, generous writer, full of warmth...2022-02-0310h 36
Eerie EssexEssex Ghouls are Easy!Send us a textIs it a bird? Is it a Plane? No it's....well...who knows?This month we are looking at UFOs/UAPs both in local stories and official reports released from the M.O.D. Join us as we look to the skies...Bethan also shares a personal UFO encounter and has rather randomly decided to show this through the medium of....puppetry. We will prompt you during the episode to follow the link below:https://www.instagram.com/p/CZbzi18I0NZ/That's Peculiar2022-02-011h 15
Eerie EssexIf you go into the woods today...Send us a textHappy New Year! Join us for our first episode of 2022!In this episode we explore some of the darker depths of local woodlands and forests. From Epping Forest to Basildon some of the few remaining wildernesses harbour terrible secrets.If you go down to the woods today you are sure of a big....surprise?*Warning* this episode is particularly dark and looks at subjects such as suicide and murder.That's PeculiarA podcast about anything peculiar! We'll cover history, science, true crime, and......2022-01-0152 min