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Goblet Of Wine: A Drunken British Harry Potter PodcastEp 105 - Half Blood Prince 16: Harry's Maggot HairHappy December everyone! Today we're drinking some fancy milky liquid and risking the fact Charlie might sh*t herself mid-episode. In this episode we begin to get a bit festive, discuss werewolf representation, how inventing spells actually works, and everyone's favourite fun topic ... war propaganda? Oh and Fred's wonderful buttock.
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History and Folklore PodcastGraveyardsChurchyard grims, stacked graves and Judgement Day. How did English graveyards changed in England between the medieval and Victorian eras? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/historyandfolklore Twitter: @HistoryFolklore Facebook: www.facebook.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Transcript There pass, with melancholy state, By all the solemn heaps of fate, And think, as softly-sad you tread Above the venerable dead, “Time was, like thee they life possessed, And time shall be, that thou shalt rest.” Hell...2022-01-2714 min
History and Folklore PodcastYule CreaturesCosmic reindeer, giants, goats and child-eating cats. Listen to some tales about the creatures that stalk the night over the Yule and Christmas period, and learn a few techniques to protect yourself from them.2021-12-2619 min
History and Folklore PodcastAlchemyThis month we look into the history of alchemy and the worldview and aims of early alchemists. Find out how metal gets married, why poisons are good and how humans reflect the entire universe. Transcript: ‘From a man and a woman make a circle, then a square, then a triangle, finally a circle, and you will obtain the philosopher’s stone.’ Hello, welcome to the History and Folklore podcast, where we look at different folk beliefs through history and how these beliefs shape people’s perceptions of nature. In this episod...2021-11-2820 min
History and Folklore PodcastFogThis month we look into the history and folklore of fog including the four (or five) elements, dragons, gods and the dangers that lurk in the mist. For more history and folklore content: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/historyandfolklore Twitter: @HistoryFolklore Facebook: www.facebook.com/historyandfolklorepodcast2021-10-2216 min
History and Folklore PodcastHallowe'en Bonus Episode: The Wild HuntThe Wild Hunt is a band of ghost warriors, witches or demons that stalk through the dark nights skies. But where do these tales originate? The answer might be more varied than you expect. This is a bonus episode for the Aloreing Podcast's Hallowe'en playlist. This playlist that will be updated through October with lots of Hallowe'en themed lore from awesome podcasters. To listen to the playlist go to: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HJI1k5VhdXFsebItKMyqK?si=ec524d63b5b44a05&nd=1 Apologies for any pauses between sentences - I was very tired while recording! For more history and...2021-10-1732 min
History and Folklore PodcastVampiresIn this episode we look into the origins of vampire mythology, learn how to properly accomplish the art of dying, discover why you should not answer strange voices in the night and find out what happens when you are buried alive with a reanimated corpse. For more history and folklore content: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/historyandfolklore Twitter: @HistoryFolklore Facebook: www.facebook.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Sources: Claude Lecouteux, 'The Secret History of Vampires, Their Multiple Forms and Hidden Purposes (2001). Katharina M. Wilson, ‘History of t...2021-09-1925 min
History and Folklore PodcastOak TreesThis month's episode is all about oak trees. There are tales of black doves and thunder gods, superstitions to protect you from aging and lightning and an exploration into how oak trees can help give us a sense of belonging. For more history and folklore content: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/historyandfolklore Twitter: @HistoryFolklore Facebook: www.facebook.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Sources Ali Isaac, ‘Tree Lore in Irish Mythology: Guardians of the Five Provinces’ https://www.aliisaacstoryteller.com/post/tree-lore-in-irish-mythology-guardians-of-the-5-provinces Cora Linn Daniels and C. M. Ste...2021-08-1915 min
History and Folklore PodcastSpinning and WeavingIn this episode we will be looking at the history, folklore and mythology surrounding spinning and weaving. Hear about Valkyries weaving bloody tapestries, how the sun is linked to spinning , why it is advisable to rest sometimes and what terrible things may befall you if you don't. Sources: Christopher Dyer, 'Making a Living in the Middle Ages: The People of Britain 850-1520' (2002). D.L. Ashliman, 'Superstitions from Europe' https://www.pitt.edu/~dash/superstition.html Donald Haase, 'The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Folktales and Fairy Tales: Q-Z' (2008)....2021-07-1817 min
History and Folklore PodcastThe Northern LightsFor thousands of years people have watched the Aurora Borealis with awe, fear and wonder and told stories to explain what created them. In this episode we look into the tales of whales and frozen swans, fires and lamps, valkyries and the spirits of the dead to see how people in the past understood the Northern Lights. Sources Aurora Zone, 'Mythology of the Northern Lights' https://www.theaurorazone.com/about-the-aurora/aurora-legends Francis Celoria, 'The Alleged Dark Segment in Aurora Borealis Displays', Journal of the British Astronomical Association, Vol. 78, pp.129-13...2021-06-1318 min
History and Folklore PodcastMedieval Maps and MonstersMaps from Medieval Europe are littered with strange lands, monsters and mythical races. On them you can find the Tower of Babel, the Minotaur's Labyrinth, unicorns and men with the heads of dogs. Find out what these maps can tell us about how medieval European's saw the world in the latest episode of the History and Folklore Podcast. Sources: B.L Gordon, 'Sacred Directions, Orientations, and the Top of the Map' History of Religions Vol. 10, No. 3 (Feb., 1971), pp. 211-227 British Museum, 'Tablet' https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/W_1882-0714-509 Ch...2021-05-1224 min
History and Folklore PodcastMining FolkloreLearn about the mysterious subterranean world of the mines. Why are birds bad luck? What should you do when you forget your lunch? And what is that mysterious knocking noise? Sources: Anastasia Bogdonova, 'The Strange Rituals and Superstitions of Russian Miners' https://www.minexforum.com/en/the-strangest-rituals-and-superstitions-of-russian-miners/ Christopher Dyer, 'Making a Living in the Middle Ages: The People of Britain 850-1520' (2005). Claude Lecouteux, 'Encyclopedia of Norse and Germanic Folklore, Mythology and Magic' (2016). Georgius Agricola, De Re Metallica (Translated from the first Latin edition of 1556 by Herbert Cl...2021-04-1328 min
History and Folklore PodcastYew FolkloreDiscover the folklore that surrounds yew trees on the British Isles. Why are so many yew trees found in churchyards, why do the yews at Nevern bleed and why should you not visit Llangernyw churchyard on Haloween? Sources Ali Isaac, 'Tree Lore in Irish Mythology' https://www.aliisaacstoryteller.com/post/tree-lore-in-irish-mythology-guardians-of-the-5-provinces Deidre Larkin, 'The Hallowed Yew' https://blog.metmuseum.org/cloistersgardens/2009/12/11/the-hallowed-yew/ Frances Carey, 'The Tree Meaning and Myth.' Kylie Harrison Mellor, 'Ancient Yew Trees: The UK's Oldest Yew Trees' woodlandtrust.org.uk/b...2021-03-1315 min
History and Folklore PodcastTrollsWe all know trolls from Frozen, the Lord of the Rings and those strange troll dolls we had as kids, but what were the original trolls like? What do they look like? What do they do? And would you ever want to meet one? Find out by discovering the history and folklore of trolls. Sources 'Beast and Man: Realism and the Occult in Egils Saga' by Armann Jakobson. 'The Elder Edda' by Snorri Sturluson (translated by Andy Orchard). 'Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology' by Theresa Ba...2021-02-1119 min
History and Folklore PodcastChangelingsA look at European changeling myths including what changelings are, the folklore surrounding them and the historic cases behind the tales. This episode includes a story by the brilliant DD Storyteller. Go to ww.ddstoryteller.co.uk for more of her work. For more history and folklore facts and stories, please follow me on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/historyandfolklore Facebook: www.facebook.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Sources: A Pocket Guide to Superstitions of the British Isles by Steve Roud. A Treasury of British Folklore: Maypoles, Mandrakes and...2020-10-1334 min
History and Folklore PodcastBonus Episode: Folk-a-pa-lore-za (part 2)Part 2 of Folk-a-pa-lore-za! You've heard the stories now discover the winning tale! Apologies for my audio in this episode. It was recorded via zoom and I haven't yet purchased a microphone. It doesn't affect it too much as everyone else's is great. Links to the podcasts taking part: House of Legends: https://www.houseoflegends.me/podcast Tales of the British Isles: https://podcasts.apple.com/th/podcast/tales-of-the-british-isles/id1396910345 Lore and Legend: https://www.loreandlegend.co.uk/ Bone and Sickle: https://www.boneandsickle.com/ Tales of Wh...2020-09-0731 min
History and Folklore PodcastBonus Episode: Folk-a-pa-lore-za (part 1)A slightly different episode this week as I joined eleven other folklore podcasters to the battle of our favourite piece of folklore. We have parrots and vampires, ghosts and devils and so much more. In this episode we listen to the stories and next week we discuss and the participating podcasters vote for their favourite. Who do you think will win? Links to the podcasts taking part: House of Legends: https://www.houseoflegends.me/podcast Tales of the British Isles: https://podcasts.apple.com/th/podcast/tales-of-the-british-isles/i...2020-08-311h 16
History and Folklore PodcastSeaweedThe history, stories and folklore of seaweed in the British Isles. Apologies for the sound quality at the end. I recorded the last few points on a separate day and had a cold. Sources Asala, J., Celtic Folklore Cooking (1998). Bane, T., Encyclopedia of Vampire Mythology (2010). Daniels, C.L. and Stevens, C.M., Encyclopaedia of Superstitions, Folklore and the Occult Sciences of the World: Volume II. Mac Coitir, N., Ireland's Wild Plants (2015). www.maraseaweed.com/blogs/news/a-short-history-of-dulse-seaweed 2020-08-1913 min
History and Folklore PodcastThe Colours of Medieval EnglandIn this episode we will be looking at the changing perceptions of colour in medieval England. What significance did colour have in the middle ages? Did they see colour in the same way as we do today and what evidence can we use to find out? Sources used in this episode: Barley, N. F., 'Old English Colour Classifications: Where Do Matters Stand?' Anglo-Saxon England 3 (1974). Bede, Ecclesiastical History of the British People (London, 1990). Barney, S.A., Lewis, W.J., Beach, J.A. and Berghoff, O. The Etymologies of Isid...2020-08-0423 min
History and Folklore PodcastOrigin of Household SpiritsWhat are house spirits? How do you get one, how do you look after it and why does nobody seem to have one anymore? Find out in this episode of the History and Folklore Podcast. Sources: Aveela, Ronesa, 'A Study of Household Spirits of Eastern Europe' (2018). The Fearie Folk Podcast: The Helpful Hob and the Mysterious Merman of the North Yorkshire Moors (2020). Lecouteux, Claude, 'The Tradition of Household Spirits' (2013). Sumpter, Caroline, 'The Victorian Press and the Fairy Tale' (2008). 2020-07-2119 min
History and Folklore Podcast'Telling the Bees' Interview with Mark NormanIn this episode we are joined by Mark Norman, folklore researcher and writer, host and creator of the Folklore Podcast and author of 'Telling the Bees and Other Customs: The Folklore of Rural Crafts.' In this interview we will be discussing his new book, rock painting, syrup and mills that mysteriously turn round. If you would like to buy your own copy of 'Telling the Bees' you can find it here: https://thefolklorepodcast.weebly.com/store/c4/Books.html2020-07-0724 min
History and Folklore PodcastSelkiesIn this episode of the podcast we will be looking at the mythology and origin of selkies. This episode includes a selkie story by the marvellous DD Storyteller. To find more of her work, please visit her website: www.ddstoryteller.co.uk For more information about upcoming episodes and odd history and folklore facts please follow me on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/historyandfolklore Sources used for this episode: Orkneyjar: The Heritage of the Orkney Islands by S. Towrie (www.orkneyjar.com). The Encyclopaedia of Celtic Mythology and Folklore by J. Westwood and S...2020-06-2426 min
History and Folklore PodcastHawthorn FolkloreTwitter: twitter.com/historyfolklore Instagram: instagram.com/historyandfolklore Patreon: patreon.com/historyandfolklorepodcast Discover the folklore behind hawthorn trees in early medieval Europe. How are hawthorns connected to the dead? Why is it dangerous to bring them inside? Can I say thrimethylamine? (no). I had a bit of an issue with the sound at the end of this episode - sorry! I will do my best to get it sorted for the next episode. Sources used: Baker, M., Discovering the Folklore of Plants (2019). Carey, F...2020-05-2713 min
History and Folklore PodcastWolves in Medieval English FolkloreBig Al at the Winchester says wolves can't look backwards. Discover other strange medieval folk beliefs and attitudes towards wolves based on folk tales, fables and medieval bestiaries. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyandfolklorepodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyandfolklore/ Transcript: The Wolf and the Lamb A wolf saw a lamb straying from the flock. Unusually, he felt somewhat guilty about taking the life of such a helpless creature without some plausible excuse. So he cast about in his mind for some believable grievance.At last the wolf said to...2020-05-1311 min
History and Folklore PodcastAnglo-Saxon Elf CharmsThe first episode of History and Folklore Podcast looking at how Anglo-Saxons viewed elves and how to heal a disease caused by elf-shot. Transcript: For a sudden stitch:They were loud, yes loud when they rode over the land, THey were fierce when they rode over the land. Shield yourself now, that you may escape this evil. Out, little spear, if herein you be. Stood under linden, under a light shield, Where the mighty women readied their power, And sent their screaming spears.I will s...2020-05-0309 min