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The Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe Final Story For Halloween 2024- They Called Him Seal (Unedited)The last story of The Halloween Season (2024)
An original unedited story by LadyG about a mysterious motorcyclist who paid back an old “debt.”2024-10-3106 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastHorrifying Headlines: Witchy Black Widow or Hardworking Church-going Woman?- The Legend of Josephine GrayContent Advisory: Contains references to violence
Straight from the headlines of 2002 comes the story of Josephine Gray whose three lovers were killed, over time, under mysterious circumstances.
Some say she was a witch who murdered all three—but they dared not say it under oath.
Links
Whispers of Witchcraft (Washington Post 2002)
2024-10-2020 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastHorrifying Headlines: I See Dead PeopleListen as I tell you three short ghost stories that I grabbed from the interwebs.
1. A child reports seeing dead people
2. Supernatural activity at the Lizzie Borden House
3. A young girl spends time with her imaginary friend
Link
Today.com
Note: Besides playing the role of Lizzie Borden, Elizabeth Montgomery also starred in Bewitched as the good witch, Samantha. IYKYK !
2024-10-1708 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastHorrifying Headlines: "Voodoo" Preacher Slain At Victims Funeral in 1977*Advisory: This episode includes themes of violence and murder, so please be advised.
Today's Horrifying Headline comes from The New York Times.
The story is about an Alabama preacher, Willie Maxwell, who was murdered at one of his alleged victims' funeral in 1977.
Maxwell had been suspected of murdering several family members in order to collect insurance money.
Links
Minister Slain After Giving Stepdaughters Eulogy...
The Real Story Behind Harper Lees Lost True Book
2024-10-1412 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastJulia Brown's Hurricane: Prophesy or Curse?Julia Brown, a local "Voodoo Priestess" from Frenier Louisiana, sang a song with foreboding lyrics.
The song, which she sang quite often, warned that when she died, the whole town would "go" with her.
In September of 1915, a deadly hurricane hits Frenier on the day of Julia's funeral. The townspeople become terrified when they recall her song.
To this day, the question remains--was her song a prophesy of impending disaster, or was it a curse?2024-10-1008 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastMadame Hailley Has Messages From YOUR Dearly Departed FamilyMadame Hailley is out on the porch getting messages from the dearly departed! So listen up! She might have a message especially for YOU!
*For entertainment purposes only!2024-10-0606 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Haunted Southern Morning WalkIn today’s episode, your’s truly, LadyG, discusses three different types of haunting.
I also share a true story about a supernatural morning walk that I witnessed this past Winter.
As I have said, on many occasions, there are so many strange and unusual things lurking beneath a Southern Moon.2024-10-0110 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastShort Stories For The Halloween Season: The SoundSince we're fast approaching Halloween, I've decided to share a few true scary short stories from my personal archive.
Today's story is about a mysterious sound that my grandfather warned me about.2024-09-1705 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Mini Porch Ramble With LadyG: Halloween, Summer-ween, Half-a-ween, and What's Coming Up on the PodcastJust me, LadyG, rambling on a beautiful Georgia late summer morning about various and sundry things, including these new names that Halloween lovers have recently coined in an effort to extend their favorite holiday.
Summer-ween? Half-a-ween?
Kids today…
Hey, I won’t complain, in fact, I love it!
Anyway, if you like a good cringe fest, listen as I stumble all over the word “half,” while attempting to share more of what you can expect to hear in upcoming episodes.
Visit the podcast's website below to take a peek at a vide...2024-08-2207 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Reading From Madame Hailley: August 19, 2024 Full Moon***For Entertainment Purposes Only!
In this episode, Madame Hailley takes a peek beyond the veil to see what may be coming to fruition with the upcoming full moon.
Ah, but in the process, she butchers a familiar song lyric.
Remember, take what applies and let the rest fly!
Links:
The Southern Witching Hour Podcast Website
2024-08-1613 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe Dog Days of Summer: Nature, Animals, People and Spirit*Contains Some Adult Language
In today’s episode, My Daddy (aka “Granddaddy”) and I talk about a late summer phenomenon known as “Dog days.”
“Dog Days” begins in early July and ends in mid August.
Listen in as Daddy and I share our personal memories about this yearly occurrence, and what we’ve heard or noticed about its strange affect on nature, animals and humans.
There’s more…
While researching this episode, I’ve also learned that there is much more to “Dog days” than I originally thought!
Legend has it that the veil t...2024-08-1120 min
The Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Reading from Madame Hailley: The Devil's Out! The Divine Stepped In!The Devil is out–thank God! Now the Divine is intervening to get you moving in the right direction, honey! Take advantage of these blessings!
Remember, these messages are timeless and apply whenever you receive them.
If you wanna know more about me and my philosophy on these readings, go to the description in my first reading on the podcast entitled: Are You Your Own Devil?
Links: Instagram: @madame_hailley
These "readings" are for entertainment only!2024-07-1413 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Vampires*Warning: There is talk of vampiric activity, so be forewarned.
In this episode, I talk "vampire basics" and share stories about "vampires" in the South.
Links:
Vampires in the Deep South
Jury hears tales of vampirism during teen's sentencing
’Vampire Killer’ keeps his life sentence
The mystery and truth behind the Chupacabra
Links to LadyG:
The Southern Witching Hour Podcast Website
Instagram: the_southern_witching_hour
***For entertainment purposes only2024-07-1232 min
The Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Reading from Madame Hailley: Are You Your Own Devil?Are You Your Own Devil?
A Reading from Madame Hailley...
This is the inaugural episode of A Reading from Madame Hailley, a weekly card reading for the collective.
These readings are timeless.
Madame Hailley, my great aunt, believes that her messages will reach you when you are meant to hear them.
If you've listened to this podcast for any length of time, you'll remember my beloved aunt as a shady funeral home/day spa proprietor who hosted last season's Southern Cemetery Chronicles With LadyG.
In this series...2024-07-0714 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Werewolves*Warning: There is talk of werewolf activity, so be forewarned.
In this episode, I survey articles on werewolf lore from the South.
Links:
The Rougarou: Real or Just a Part of Folklore
Dickson's Werewolf Springs: Fact or Fiction
Original Drawing of Legendary Wolf Woman of Mobile Discovered in Archives
Werewolf Haunts Family for over a Decade in Hillsborough County, Florida
Terror in Taylor Mississippi
The Talbot County Werewolf Girl
Werewolf Friendly Cities
The actual link to "werewolf friendly cities"...2024-06-2125 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe First Day of Summer in the SouthThe summer solstice is upon us! Summer actually begins on June 20 at 4:51pm EST.
In this episode, I share fond memories of some of the many things Southerners do during this time of year.
Blog posts links from this Episode:
Summer Solstice: An Epic Battle on the Longest Day of the Year
True Railroad Stories: The Gathering of the Fireflies
Other Links:
The Southern Witching Hour Podcast Website
Instagram: @the_southern_witching_hour
2024-06-1624 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe Witching Hour In Pop Culture And MoreThis episode is a continuation of the last episode where I talk about "the witching hour" from a historical perspective. Here, I talk about how the idea of "the witching hour" or "the midnight hour " is sprinkled throughout popular culture.
In addition, I discuss upcoming plans for this, our third season, and a new and important memorial to Black American enslaved people located in Montgomery Alabama--The Freedom Monument Sculpture Park.
Please follow the podcast via the website below. Like, share and subcribe on your favorite podcast platform.
Links from this...2024-06-1312 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe Witching Hour: Timing in the Realm of the SupernaturalIn today's episode, I thought we’d take a bit of a deep dive into supernatural timing--in general, and 'the witching hour” in particular.
We'll also take a look at the idea of "the witching hour" in popular culture by tying the concept to the 1997 movie, Midnight In The Garden of Good And Evil.
I'll also share my favorite characters from the movie, The Lady Chablis, and, of course, the mystical Minerva.
Links:
@the_southern_witching_hour
New Moon Journal
Check out my other journals on Amazon!2024-04-1114 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Southern Girl Survives Several Predictions Of The Apocalypse.In this episode, I tell you stories about the first and subsequent times that I heard the world, as I knew it, was going to end—judgement day was imminent—the apocalypse was coming!
Links:
-The Jupiter Effect | Grand Alignment (1982)
-Edgar Whisenant, Author: 88 Reasons -Why The Rapture Will Be in 1988
-Y2K Bug National Geographic
-2012 End-of-the-World Countdown Based on Mayan Calendar Starts Today
-How the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Is Different than the 2017 Eclipse
*Some adult language
For entertainment purposes only!
#endofworld #doomsday #judgementday #apocalypse #solareclipse2024-03-2917 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastAncestors, Tomatoes and Cucumbers: My Granddaddy Sends Signs (Unedited)After having had such a deep conversation with Dr. Darnise Martin about Hoodoo and the importance of ancestor veneration, I decided to ask one of my favorite ancestors for a sign.
He did not disappoint!
If you want to see the reel that I referenced in this episode, go to my instagram @the_southern_witching_hour
The reel was posted either the 2nd or 3rd of March and it clearly shows images of tomatoes and cucumbers. I even mentioned in the caption that this reel was meant to act as a marker for...2024-03-0605 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSupernatural Black History: Hoodoo and Spirit Talk with Dr. Darnise Martin (Part 2)Today's episode (Part 2 of 2) finds me, LadyG, still out on the porch getting schooled on Hoodoo and Spirituality by Dr. Darnise Martin. We also go a bit deeper into the world of Spirit and the supernatural.
Now, if you haven’t already listened to Part 1, I’d advise you to begin there:
Here’s the link to Part 1
"Dr. Darnise," as she is affectionately known, is a Professor, Hoodoo Practitioner, and Spiritual Life Coach. She is extremely passionate about spirituality and certainly well-suited to speak on the topic; after all, it's her passion as well as her academic focus.
So, If you...2024-02-2735 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSupernatural Black History: Hoodoo and Spirit Talk with Dr. Darnise Martin (Part 1)Today's episode (Part 1 of 2) finds me, LadyG, out on the porch getting schooled on Hoodoo and Spirituality by Dr. Darnise Martin.
"Dr. Darnise," as she is affectionately known, is a Professor, Hoodoo Practitioner, and Spiritual Life Coach. She is extremely passionate about spirituality and certainly well-suited to speak on the topic; after all, it's her passion as well as her academic focus.
So, If you're ready to learn more about the roots of Hoodoo, how it emerged from the spiritual beliefs of enslaved African-Americans in the Southern U.S., and how it's currently practiced, tune...2024-02-2633 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastHow We Made Ends Meet Down SouthIn today's episode of the mundane, I take a trip down memory lane to recall several different activities that my family and I engaged in to make extra money while waiting for President Ronald Reagan's trickle down economics to trickle some additional cashflow our way back in the ‘80s.
Rest assured, our strategies were practical, Madame Hailley, on the other hand, had other thoughts.
*Note I misspoke, Thurgood Marshall was never a "Chief Justice"-- it was probably wishful thinking🤣
Links
https://ladygflow1.medium.com/
Seekthebestblog.com
alluringintuitive.com
Instagram: @the_southern_witching_hour
Support the podcast
Paypal or Zelle: jazmi...2024-01-2320 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastMessing With The Flow of Money (Pt 2)In this episode, I tie up loose strings from the previous episode, "Messing With The Flow of Money," and share more about where all this "spiritual stuff" is coming from.
Links:
Instagram: @the_southern_witching_hour
Blogs:
Seekthebestblog.com
Alluringintuitive.com
ladygflow1.medium.com
Support the podcast:
Paypal: jazmilan@aol.com
Cash app: $ladygflow
*This episode does not include professional advice on money; it it meant to be used for entertainment purposes only.2024-01-0307 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastMessing With The Flow of MoneyGetting 'paid' for the energy that you exert when using your knowledege, skills, abilities and talents to benefit another represents a positive energetic exchange. Some people don't understand how this works. Honey, stop messing with the flow of money and leave that confusion in 2023.
*This episode does not include professional advice on money; it it meant to be used for entertainment purposes only.2024-01-0211 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastBONUS: My TOP Classic Twilight Zone Episode Picks!If you know me, then you know that I LOVE The Twilight Zone series--especially the classic episodes from the 1960's.
On New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, I always watch the TZ marathon on SYFY. This year it began on December 30th!
Anyway, in this episode, I list my very favorite TZ episodes, and read a bit of their plots along with Serling's closing narratives.
Episode source: Wikipedia2023-12-3019 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern New Year's Day Superstitions: What to DO and NOT DO!In today's episodes, I share a list of Southern superstitions related to the new year--most of which include things you SHOULD and SHOULD NOT DO!
I also share a bit of African American history related to New Year's Day as well as the possible origins of some of our New Year's superstitions. **This list is, by no means, exhaustive.
*Some Adult Language. For entertainment purposes only.
Links:
https://seekthebestblog.com/2016/12/31/your-new-years-to-do-list/
Time Magazine Article: ‘The Slaves Dread New Year’s Day the Worst’: The Grim History of January
Support the Blog:
PayPal: jazmilan@aol.com
Cashapp: $ladygflow2023-12-2820 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Gen-X Siblings Remember Christmas from the 70's and 80'sToday is super special because I have my very first podcast guest, my baby brother, Tack! Warning: There will be foolishness!
In this episode, Tack and I share our fondest memories (and stories) of Christmas in the 70’s and 80’s when we were growing up in Augusta, Georgia.
We also talk about our parents, who are both from Alabama, and their influences and practices during the holiday season.
*Contains some adult language
Links mentioned in the episode:
Instagram: @the_southern_witching_hour
Blog: seekthebestblog.com
Suppor...2023-12-1233 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThanksgiving Traditions With My Southern FamilyIn this episode, I share how my Southern family observes a day of thanks.
Content Advisory: Some Adult Language2023-11-1912 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastI Saw The Signs (And Omens): My Personal Story of Coping With A Recent LossThis is not exactly an episode that I ever wanted to post, but, here we are recording from my car.
In this episode, I share about the recent death of a close family member and the accompanying signs and omens.
I also talk about how I cope with grief and loss.
Content Advisory:
Adult language and topics related to death, loss, and grief
Links:
seekthebestblog.com
Instagram:
@the_southern_witching_hour
Support the Podcast:
CashApp: $ladygflow
2023-11-1528 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cemetery Chronicles with LadyG: Bad Blood- Graveyard MagicIn today’s episode, we explore ritualistic practices found in Southern cemeteries and graveyards.
Links
Cemetery hoodoo: Culture, ritual crime and forensic archaeology
*NOTE: I have a healthy respect for the various spiritual paths that my fellow Southerners decide to follow. I don't endorse or encourage any one particular spiritual bath nor do I encourage harmful actions.2023-10-2917 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe Devils Down In GeorgiaIn the South, we often refer to people who involve themselves in evildoing as 'devils.'
In this episode, we discuss the 'devils' who committed heinous crimes in Georgia. Shout out to Macon! I love you honey, but you win the dubious prize for most entries on this list. By the way, the list is mostly in chronological order and is by no means exhaustive.
*Content advisory: Some descriptions of homicide.
To support the podcast : CashApp $ladygflow
Links mentioned in the show:
Eternal flame memorial for Atlanta Child Murders unveiled
Stephen McDaniel Reacts to Lauren Giddings Body Discovery
Article with...2023-10-2222 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cemetery Chronicles with LadyG: Stopping The ClockIn today’s episode, LadyG talks about various Southern customs and superstitions related to death and burial, including the custom of stopping the clock at the exact time of a person's death.
Content Advisory: If you are sensitive to topics related to death and dying, please feel free to sit this one out and check out one of my other episodes.
*For Entertainment Purposes Only!
Links:
Thirteen Strange Superstitions About Death
Death and Burial Superstitions
Music: Oleg Fedak (via Pixabay)
This episode was...2023-10-1318 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cemetery Chronicles with LadyG: No Rest For The WearyIn this episode, Madame Hailley takes you on a tour of a "slave cemetery." She also talks about burial practices for enslaved Africans from 1700-1865.
In addition, LadyG discusses the ongoing practice of burying over "slave cemeteries," as well as, relatively contemporary African American cemeteries.
NOTE: This is a conversation that includes frank references to the brutality that slaves endured, so if you are sensitive to the subject, please forego this episode and listen to one of my other episodes.
Sources:
Anthropologist: Building Over African American Cemeteries Not...2023-10-0730 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cemetery Chronicles (Outtakes) The Spirits Read Y'all For Filth!Outtakes from episode 4, when a shady Southern funeral home proprietor leads you on a tour of a ‘local’ cemetery to decode buried secrets.
During this tour, the spirits came back to shade the tourists. This episode captures the whole thing!
*Content Advisory: Contains Adult Language2023-10-0105 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cemetery Chronicles with LadyG: Decoding Buried SecretsA shady Southern funeral home proprietor leads you on a tour of a ‘local’ cemetery where she decodes buried secrets.
Links and Credits:
Funeral Traditions You'll Only Find In The South
Why Do So Many Headstones Face East
Gravestone Symbols And Their Meanings
Music: Oleg Fedak (via Pixabay)
This episode was written, produced, voiced, edited and researched by G.F. Jackson.
*The story, names, characters, and incidents portrayed in this production are fictitious.
No identification with actual persons (living or deceased), places, buildings, and products
is intended or should be inferred.2023-09-2913 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cemetery Chronicles with LadyG: Final DestinationThis is the inaugural episode of a series entitled:
The Southern Cemetery Chronicles with LadyG.
Today, I share about my first encounters with the concept of death; specifically what happens after a person dies.
I also talk about my first time seeing a cemetery and I tease a bit of what we'll be talking about in coming episodes.
*Some Adult Language
Links:
A Grave Encounter
Credits:
Music: Oleg Fedak via Pixabay2023-09-2309 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe Veiled Child: Gifted? Lucky? Or Accursed?In the South, they say that children born with the veil, or en caul, can see and communicate with spirit. It is also said that they can foretell death. Some say that they are lucky. What say you? What do you know about "the veiled child?"
*Some Adult Language
Follow me here and on Instagram @The_Southern_Witching_Hour2023-09-1721 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastWhat You Won't Do For Love: Deadly ObsessionsIf you're looking for something to whet your appetite for the halloween season, look no further!
In this first episode of season two, I am sharing two pieces that I wrote about the chilling lengths that people will go to for "love."
Both works were originally published on my blog, Seekthebestblog, which is now archived.
The first publication, "The Client," imagines a wise rootworker's strong advice to a lovesick young woman.
The second publication, "She Needed Me," is a poem about how a woman's cold hearted obsession led to a family...2023-09-1009 minThe Southern Witching Hour Podcast*Season 1 Bonus Episode: What Happened in Montgomery?Contains Adult Content and Language
This is the least that I will say about what happened when a violent free-for-all broke out at the Riverfront in Montgomery, Alabama.
This story is relevant to the podcast because it occurred in an area that is "sacred" to the descendants of enslaved Africans in the South. In essence, it once functioned as a port where their African ancestors were trafficked and traded.
Since my parents are from that general area of Alabama, it is quite possible that some of my own ancestors were probably brought down...2023-08-0810 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cautionary Tales: Happy Family*Contains Adult Language
In today’s episode we're talking about how, in the South, storytellers often use tragic events in a person's life to tell a cautionary tale.
While I do spend some time discussing the meaning and elements of a cautionary tale, I definitely do not belabor the point--this is not school 😂.
Anyway, like most everybody else in the world, Southerners love talking about folks and we usually credit the origins of the story to “they or them.”
That said, our stories often begin with "They say..."
Listen to today...2023-08-0406 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastLadyG's out on the Porch! An UNEDITED Ramble*Contains Adult Language
Just me rambling on and on. Also a huge thank you for listening!2023-08-0413 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cautionary Tales: A Man With A Checkered Past*Contains Adult Language
In today’s episode we're talking about how, in the South, storytellers often use tragic events in a person's life to tell a cautionary tale.
While I do spend some time discussing the meaning and elements of a cautionary tale, I definitely do not belabor the point--this is not school 😂.
Anyway, like most everybody else in the world, Southerners love talking about folks and we usually credit the origins of the story to “they or them.”
That said, our stories often begin with "They say..."
Listen to today...2023-07-2307 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cautionary Tales: A Beautiful WomanIn today’s episode we're talking about how, in the South, storytellers often use tragic events in a person's life to tell a cautionary tale.
While I do spend some time discussing the meaning and elements of a cautionary tale, I definitely do not belabor the point--this is not school 😂.
Anyway, like most everybody else in the world, Southerners love talking about folks and we usually credit the origins of the story to “they or them.”
That said, our stories often begin with "They say..."
Listen to today's podcast to find out what...2023-07-1408 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastThe Liminal World of Sleep and Why You Should Never Go Anywhere With Dead Folks*Some adult language
In today's episode, we're taking a trip into that liminal space called sleep.
We’ll talk about experiences we have while sleeping including:
-Dreams and their meanings
-Physical experiences that we have in our sleep
Once, we're on the porch, I’m going to tell you about a troubling recurring dream that I had as a teen; let’s just say, it includes a cautionary tale about traveling with dead folks.
If you like what you hear, please subscribe and share. Also, consider leaving a posi...2023-07-0124 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastHurricanes: Divine Retribution or the Work of Angry Ancestors?***Some Adult Language
In this episode I talk about my lifelong fascination with Hurricanes and how my supernatural-loving nature pushed me to learn more about this idea of hurricanes functioning as a means of punishment for moral "violations" or revenge for "evil-doing." I'll be talking about:
The Charleston Hurricane (1893)
The Galveston Hurricane (1900)
The Labor Day Hurricane (1935)
Hurricane Camille (1969)
Hurricane Katrina ( 2005)
Also, feel free to take a sip of your favorite beverage every time you hear me say "devastating" or "devastation."
As a writer, I should know better, but sometimes, when I am speaking...2023-06-2325 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Cookouts and Old School Games |The Summer Solstice Shift From Stories of Day to NightThis episode is all about Southern Cookouts and what goes down at them! I also share more summer memories and old school 1970's and '80's games we used to play.
***BONUS: My 77 year-old Dad, in his own words, shares one of his favorite childhood games from the 1950's, "The Red Head Devil."
If you are from a different region of the U.S. or from another country, you may have trouble understanding his thick Southeastern Alabama accent--his accent is much thicker than mine.
Don't let it bother you though...2023-06-1635 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Super Short Lesson on Southern Vernacular and Colloquialisms*Includes Adult Language
In today's episode, I'll provide a super short lesson on the vernacular and colloquialisms spoken in my neck of the woods. Why? Because it's important for you to understand me--should I happen to veer from the conventions of formal or standard English! Trust me, it happens from time to time.
Also, be aware that vernacular and colloquialisms will vary from region to region in the South.
By the way, it's important to note that not everyone here uses this informal language. Some Southerners are...2023-06-0911 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastReal Talk On The Porch: Tina Turner! Put some RESPECK on Her Name & Stories From My Lifetime of Gay and Lesbian Friendships*Contains Adult Language and Themes
In this episode we go straight to the porch for some real talk on Tina Turner. I also tell some funny stories about me and my gay & lesbian friends with all of our shenanigans in the 1970's, '80's and '90's!
Happy Pride to the entire LGBTQIA+ community!
*Rest In Peace David and Ernest
2023-06-0232 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastHot Fun In The Summer TimeIn today's episode, you get to imagine summer break from the perspective of a Southern girl growing up in the 1970's and 80's.
#storytelling
Email me here for comments!
2023-05-2614 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastIt Must Be Magick!In today's episode, we're talking about magick; including a very brief overview of the following:
Definitions of 'magic' and the distinction between the traditional spelling of 'magic' vs the alternate spelling with the added 'k.'
Types of magick practiced in certain Southern states (LA, MS, AL, GA)
Magick practitioners
People who seek the assistance of magick practitioners and some reasons why
Where to find magick practitioners
I also share my own personal experience with folks who have either been on the giving or receiving end of magick!
NOTE: Unless otherwise noted in the episode...2023-05-1918 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastTake Me To The River: Supernatural Water Lore and MoreIn today’s episode, I'll talk about supernatural lore related to bodies of water. I’ll also discuss several possible reasons why bodies of water, specifically rivers, are a logical setting for stories about witches, ghosts, sea serpents, and superstitions.
Also, in this episode, I’ll read snippets about:
The Yazoo City, Mississippi Witch, who is said to have made good on her promise to get revenge
A mysterious sea creature in the Chattahoochee River
An evil entity who haunts the marshes, creeks and bogs along coastal North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida
I’ll also...2023-05-1224 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastTales From The Porch: A Supernatural Short Story Set In FloridaGreetings! I am your host, LadyG.
In today’s episode of The Southern Witching Hour Podcast, I expand on the topic of storytelling by talking about the significance of the porch (back or front) where Southern families traditionally gather to talk about daily events and share long drawn-out stories.
I’ll also read a very short passage from Tananarive Due's Last Stop on Route 9.
Last Stop on Route 9 is one of my favorite supernatural short stories. This story has an extra appeal to me because it is set in Florida, home to my mater...2023-05-0610 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastA Grave Encounter: The Four Legged Cemetery Ghoul (A True Story)In today's episode, I share a true story that my Dad told me about a supernatural encounter that he, his grandmother, and aunts had at an Alabama cemetery in 1955.
It took 64 years to 'solve' this mystery.
In 2020, I recorded the events, as Dad told them to me, in a post on Medium and also on my blog, Seek The Best Blog.
Here's the link:
A Grave Encounter: The Four Legged Ghoul
Interact with me
gwin@thesouthernwitchinghour.com
instagram: the_southern_witching_hour
2023-04-2905 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Lore: The Moon, Love and MoneyIn this episode, we’ll talk about various aspects of Southern folklore related to the Moon, including beliefs and practices for love and money.
But first, I’ll share a couple of stories and legends associated with the Moon.
Then we’ll get into the thick of it!
I'll share whether or not I've ever tried any of the love and money rituals from this episode and if they worked or not.
Links:
Follow me on instagram: the_southern_witching_hour
email me: gwin@thesouthernwitchinghour.com
Read...2023-04-2714 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Signs and Omens: Living In Tune with The Natural WorldIn today's episode, we discuss how many people in the South planned their lives according to signs and omens they saw in nature. They observed the natural world to determine the best time for planting crops, hunting, and fishing. They also looked for signs and omens in nature to predict the weather and other events that could impact their lives.
Many of these nature-based practices were passed down through generations. Unfortunately, these days, most of us, myself included, don’t rely on natural signs for much, but there are some ways we can return to that way of...2023-04-2612 minThe Southern Witching Hour PodcastSouthern Supernatural StorytellingToday’s topic is Supernatural Storytelling in Southern Culture
In this episode, I give you a quick overview of the topic, followed by an invitation to go out on the porch and talk about it.
Overview on Supernatural Storytelling in the South:
Supernatural storytelling has always been a part of Southern culture since the earliest days of its settlement. The Southern U.S. has a rich tradition of supernatural storytelling largely due to its diverse spiritual, cultural and racial makeup.
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