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“Ancient Lights” by Algernon Blackwood

July 13, 2023 boneandsickle EPISODE, fairies, folk horror, folklore, gothic literature, horror, literature, mystery, pagan, paganism, Weird Fiction

Why not enjoy a reading of Algernon Blackwood’s “Ancient Lights” before wandering off into those summery woods — a classic[…]

Russian Vampire Tales

July 1, 2023 boneandsickle EPISODE, folklore, horror, monsters, Russian, Slavs, undead, vampires

The folklore of Russian vampires describes a creature slightly different than what we’re accustomed. In tonight’s show we share a[…]

Swan-Upping and Other Curious British Customs

June 18, 2023 boneandsickle birds, Britain, curiosities, EPISODE, folk customs, folklore, history, holidays, local legends, London, Midsummer, Victorian

Explore some curious British Customs with us, including those of Midsummer, swan-upping, egg-hopping, St. Bartholomew’s knives, and the violent tradition of[…]