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Podcast episodes on mythology, folklore, and urban legends, discussed by two tipsy history nerds. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy re-tellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every two weeks, on Spirits.

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April 23, 2025

Gardening Superstitions

April 23, 2025/ Spirits Podcast
Gardening Superstitions

Spring has sprung, and you’re probably wondering: What should I be planting? How do I make sure my garden is a success? Well, we’ve got all the gardening superstitions and folk magic to make your garden sparkle this year.

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April 23, 2025/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
folklore, roundup
March 19, 2025

Once Upon A Time...

March 19, 2025/ Spirits Podcast
Once Upon A Time...

Every story has to start somewhere. Whether it’s with “once upon a time” or “when tigers used to smoke tobacco”, storytellers have been setting the scene for their audiences in beautiful and interesting ways. Join us as we dig into the origins of story beginnings AND endings!

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March 19, 2025/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
folklore
February 26, 2025

The Char Man of Ojai w/ Jess from WTF Is That Podcast

February 26, 2025/ Spirits Podcast
The Char Man of Ojai w/ Jess from WTF Is That Podcast

What happens when the very real fear of wildfires meet folklore and urban legends? You get something like The Char Man of Ojai. We’re joined by Jess from WTF Is That Podcast to talk about this prescient urban legend, why cryptids love bridges, and why shouting for help in the woods is a bad idea!

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February 26, 2025/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
guest episode, folklore
February 12, 2025

Valentine's Day

February 12, 2025/ Spirits Podcast
Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day has changed over the past millennia or so. From a martyred saint, to a feast day, to courtly love and gifting roses and chocolates, where did our current Valentine’s Day traditions come from? Hint: British postal reforms are more important than you’d think!

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February 12, 2025/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
folklore, Christianity
December 25, 2024

Episode 420: Hot Frosty

December 25, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 420: Hot Frosty

We return with Myth Movie Night to explore a wild, very silly Netflix Christmas movie: Hot Frosty. We discuss dick scarf physics, bad business practices, Mean Girls references, and the horniest ice sculptor in the world.

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December 25, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
folklore, Myth Movie Night
December 17, 2024

Episode 419: Mari Lwyd

December 17, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 419: Mari Lwyd

‘Tis the season for celebration, gathering, and of course, parading horse-skulled figures from door to door. We dig into the tradition of wassailing from Wales, the Mari Lwyd!

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December 17, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
folklore, Europe
November 13, 2024

Episode 414: Idle Hour and the Royal Fraternity of Master Metaphysicians

November 13, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 414: Idle Hour and the Royal Fraternity of Master Metaphysicians

Since it’s nearing Thanksgiving, Julia presents a hyper local cult that’s been fascinating her - The Royal Fraternity of Master Metaphysicians and their attempt to raise an Immortal Baby. That’s all we’re giving you. Buckle up. 

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November 13, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
folklore, North America
October 09, 2024

Episode 409: Your Urban Legends XCVII - The Most Metal Girl Guide Trip

October 09, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 409: Your Urban Legends XCVII - The Most Metal Girl Guide Trip

We let Girl Guides get up to the wildest stuff. From age-inappropriate field trips, handsy ghosts, and the return of the Half-Perched House, this episode has us riled up!

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October 09, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
urban legend, folklore
September 25, 2024

Episode 407: El Silbón

September 25, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 407: El Silbón

If you hear whistling on the plains at night, it might be too late for you. Because you’ve probably run into El Silbón, the South American boogeyman known for his distinct whistling and vengeful nature!

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September 25, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
South America, folklore
September 04, 2024

Episode 404: American Hysteria (with Chelsey Weber-Smith)

September 04, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 404: American Hysteria (with Chelsey Weber-Smith)

We are digging into urban legends near and far with our guest, Chelsey Weber-Smith of American Hysteria. We chat about the cross section of poetry and moral panic, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, and where fear comes from. 

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September 04, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
guest episode, folklore
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