We went on Seattle’s worst Ghost Tour! For our anniversary we went to Seattle and one of our little adventures was going on a Ghost Tour. It was my fourth Ghost Tour and Kris’s second. In this episode, we talk about the good ghost tours we have been on and why we liked them, and all the reasons the one in Seattle was so terrible. By terrible we mean, crass, long-winded, inappropriate, wildly contradictory opinions, and more. If you’re planning a trip to Seattle we suggest not going on that Ghost...
Aug 22, 2021•36 min•Season 34Ep. 34
The couple that inspired The Conjuring universe is what this episode is all about. The first half of the episode is about Ed & Lorraine and their journey to becoming the grandparents of paranormal investigations. Including highlights of their most notable cases, and accusations. The second half is about the Occult Museum, and some of their oddities. Especially the famous Annabelle doll. Question of the day: Do you think the Warrens were the real deal, or frauds? We’ll read the results in the...
Jul 30, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Following Our Birthday History episode, we wanted to review this movie. Happy Death Day is my favorite type of Horror Movie, Comedy Horror of course! Join Kris and I as we review this movie, talk about our favorite parts of the movie, share Behind the Scenes moments, and some things you may have missed. Also hear about how the main actress had one of the most liberating experiences of her life, while on set! Be sure to leave a review of us giving a review lol! QUESTION OF THE DAY Which werewolf ...
Jul 16, 2021•48 min•Ep. 32
Ever wonder where Birthday candles come from? In this episode I do a quick overview of the origins of traditional Birthday celebrations. I also talk a little bit about my Birthday and a new recipe for a peanut butter and jelly cream pie I tried. Cake or Pie? Which do you prefer for your Birthday (if you celebrate) Cake or Pie? Which flavor, or do you choose a different dessert? Let me know! You can message me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/folklore_friday_podcast/ or you can email me at ...
Jun 26, 2021•26 min•Ep. 31
Do you ever wonder what the difference between Supernatural vs Paranormal is? Or Fantasy vs Sci Fi? Well put on your seatbelts because in this episode Kris and I do a deep dive of these types of Genres in Fiction. |00:38 - 03:25| Everyday Folklore “Step on a Crack Break your Mother’s Back” |06:30| Supernatural Storytelling |MUSICAL CREDIT| “Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records “Tragic Story” by Myuu SOUND CREDIT "Ambience, Children Playing, Distant, A.wav" by InspectorJ ( www.jshaw.co.uk ) of Fr...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 30
It has been a year since I started this podcast! In one of the worst years 2020 I was able to start this podcast and it saved my sanity!! I'm going on hiatus till June to take a breather, adjust to my new job, and work on some personal projects. I will back in June with new episodes.
Mar 19, 2021•11 min
Did you know that cupid wasn’t a baby at all? He was actually a handsome Greek God. In this episode I am joined by my husband as we go over the story of Cupid and Psyche. PS I usually do an Everyday Folklore but this episode took more time than expected, so I did not have one but I will next time :) MIN MARKERS: 00:40 Shout out to my listeners 01:46 What we knew about Cupid before researching. 07:20 Our dramatic reading of The Story of Cupid and Psyche, part 1 23:15 Thoughts on the story thus fa...
Feb 28, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Happy Valentine’s Day! In this episode I am joined by my life long friend Sarah. She always makes me laugh and has good perspective to bring to the table. This Holiday was really fun for me to learn about. We discuss the dark origins of the Holiday including Lupercalia, and St. Valentine. We also talk about how the Holiday changed over the years, and sweetheart candy hearts, and how the heart shaped chocolate boxes became popular. To top it off we go into the Psychology of the Holiday, and Tips ...
Feb 12, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Self explanatory in this episode I am joined by my friend Holly as we review the TV series A Discovery of Witches. | MUSIC CREDIT | “Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records, “Heaven and Hell” by Jeremy Blake | DIALOGUE CREDIT | INTRO "A werewolf can be killed only with a silver bullet?" - THE WOLFMAN "Because I'm the chosen one and there are vampires" - BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER (film) "You in danger girl" - GHOST "My name is Sabrina Spellman, and I will not sign it away." - THE CHILLING ADVENTURES ...
Feb 12, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 27
A Discovery of Witches has soooo much to cover that I have split this review up into 3 parts. | | MIN MARKERS | |1:30 | Everyday Folklore, Broken Mirrors | 6:10 | Beginning chit chat and banter |11:00| Review of A Discovery of Witches, part 2 |INFO REFERENES| Everyday Folklore, If you break a mirror you get seven years bad luck.| https://www.twowaymirrors.com/mirror-superstitions/ | https://www.framemymirror.com/5-superstitions-and-myths-about-mirrors/ | https://www.illuminated-mirrors.uk.com/bl...
Jan 29, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 26
I have been in love with the All Souls trilogy for six years. I couldn't be more thrilled that they made a TV Series, and it is top notch for sure. I am joined by my friend Holly for this episode to review the TV series, A Discovery of Witches. It can be found on Sundance, Shudder, or on DVD. Min Markers | 01:15 | Ef Cats have 9 lives | 05:00 | Chit Chat | 10:47 | Review of A Discovery of Witches. | REFERENCES | Everyday Folklore | https://www.petplan.co.uk/pet-information/blog/the-facts-behind-...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 25
My first solo episode. The history of New Years Eve, traditions from around the world, and some thoughts on why we want to celebrate New Years Eve. | TIME STAMPS | Everyday Folklore | 00:40-04:54 | Opening Chit Chat | 04:55 - 11:30 | New Years Episode | 11:33 - end | | MUSIC CREDIT | “Skeleton Dance” by Myuu, “Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records, "Auld Lang Syne" by Jingle Punks | | REFERENCES | Black Cats | https://www.catit.com/black-cats-considered-bad-luck/ | https://www.ancient.eu/Bastet/ ...
Jan 11, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In the follow up episode to Ep:22 Lore of Gremlins, we review the films Gremlins 1 and Gremlins 2, The New Batch. Check this episode out for some fun facts about the films and our take on them. | | TIME STAMPS | | Everyday Folklore: The Christmas Tradition of Holly | 1:15 - 6:40 | Musical Credit: "Tragic Story" by Myuu | | Intro and Chit Chat | 6:40 - 10:18 | | Gremlins Review | 10:18 - end | | MUSIC CREDIT | “Heaven and Hell” by Jeremy Blake and “Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records. | INFO REF...
Jan 02, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In WWII tales of little mischievous creatures that caused havoc in flight bomber engines. Yes the gremlins that the movies were based on were an actual legend from British aircrafts in the 1940’s. Time Stamps | 00:40 | Everyday Folklore, Krampus | 04:47 | A Weird Dream I Had | 10:00 | The History of Gremlins | REFERENCES https://www.thevintagenews.com/2017/11/24/the-gremlins-originate-with-the-pilots-of-royal-air-force/ MUSIC CREDITS “Sing Swing Bada Bing” by Doug Maxwell “Easy Trip Trap” The Br...
Dec 18, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Happy Friday the 13th, that's a thing right? Tune in to this episode to find out the history and origin behind why Friday the 13th is considered unlucky. I am joined by my wonderful husband Kris in this episode. | Music Credits | |“Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records, |“Skeleton Dance” by Myuu, and “Long Note Four” by Kevin Macleod.| |References| The Knights Templar https://www.nationalgeographic.com/news/2016/05/160512-friday-13-knights-templar-superstition/ https://time.com/4981316/friday-13t...
Nov 13, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Although 2020 is terrible, my husband and I tried to have a festive Halloween season, with many movies and shows. Here is a what we watched in October, and a few quick thoughts on each thing. - Music Credits - “Skeleton Dance” by Myuu - “Heaven and Hell” by Jeremy Blake - “Easy Trip Trap” by The Brothers Records - “Long Note Four” by Kevin Macleod
Nov 06, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Do you know where the Jack-o-lantern came from? I didn't before doing research for this episode. Join me and my husband Kris as we read some spooky stories about Stingy Jack, Will o the Wisps, and top it off with some Jackolantern History. - REFERENCES | https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/diet-nutrition/a22544/facts-about-pumpkins/ | https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/12865/whats-origin-jack-o-lanterns | https://archive.org/details/rootedinamericaf00davi | https://www.history.com/news/hist...
Oct 31, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Ever wonder about the History of the Ouija Board? Or were you to scared to even learn about it? There are so many superstitions surrounding this simple board game. But what most people don’t know is for over 100 years this was something that the American Public embraced and saw as a positive experience. If you want to find out how that changed, take a listen. I am joined by my friend Cecilee for this episode. Be sure to heck out the Folklore Friday IG to see some images that correlate with the e...
Oct 16, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 18
The new Nancy Drew is awesome!! We discuss the show Nancy Drew how it compares to the original book series, and how the characters are relatable for today's audience. Episode Segments: 01:55 Everyday Folklore 05:30 Get to know my guest 13:52 Nancy Drew, Review Music Credits: “Skeleton Dance” by Myuu “Pooka” by Kevin MacLeod “Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records Show clips, from the show Nancy Drew by The CW
Oct 09, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Join Kris, Ceceilee, Nathan and I as we discuss the Folklore of Ghosts. 00:40 - 05:10 Everyday Folklore 05:10 - 11:00 Catch up chit chat 11:00 Ghost Lore References: https://www.ghostsandgravestones.com/types-of-ghosts https://hauntedoc.com/types-of-hauntings/ Music Credits: “Tip Toes” by Myuu, and “Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records....
Oct 02, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Join me, Kris, Cecielee, and Nathan as we review the 1982 film The Last Unicorn. The review starts at min marker, 11:30 Music Credits: “Easy Trip Trap” The Brothers Records, "Kool Kats" by Kevin MacLeod
Sep 11, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 15
How did Unicorns get so dang popular? We look at how Unicorns are in everything from frappuccinos to the Pride parade. Also the different Folklore around Unicorns in history and across the globe. I am joined in this episode by my husband Kris, and our friends Ceceilee and Nathan. Time stamps: Everyday Folklore from 01:45 - 04:30 Chit chat from: 04:35 - 13:00 References The Witching Hour https://www.tuftandneedle.com/resources/what-is-the-witching-hour/ Unicorn Lore https://www.wired.com/2015/02/...
Aug 28, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Chit Chat until 14:02 Join me and Kris as we interview our friend Kathy, on witchcraft and paganism. For more information check out these articles. http://www.witchywords.com/2015/07/nontheistic-pagan-witchcraft.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR1zGBR7ZmKndt_osPZH99TQkfPZGaiwsLsCxR9Wjj1YNUuAWySkqZNRZ68 http://www.witchywords.com/2015/02/reader-question-what-is-difference.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR35MIbPPbaAfCdvz-zmi2rhpyzB816ahB1zkBEU56gWyjIAdeMFdNYhaBk...
Aug 14, 2020•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Intro and chit chat till 14:25. Join me, my husband Kris and my Mom (Heidi) as we review the show Motherland Fort Salem.
Jul 31, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode Nick, Kris and I discuss Elizabeth Bathory, Vlad the Impaler, and Bram Stoker's Dracula. References: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Vlad-the-Impaler https://www.historytoday.com/archive/months-past/death-countess-elizabeth-bathory https://www.dreadcentral.com/news/225052/ever-wondered-bram-stokers-dracula-popular/...
Jul 18, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Intro chit chat over at minute marker 10:12 Join Nick, Kris and I as we discuss Vampire Lore from all over the globe. Including China's the Jiangshi, Australia's Yara-ma-yha-who, Brazil's Jararaca and Azeman, Europe's Revenant, and Indonesia's Langsuir. We also have stories of one community who believed they had a Vampire among them as recent as 2013! REFERENCES Jiangshi, https://www.history101.com/jiangshi-chinese-hopping-vampires/ , Yara-ma-yha-who https://www.deliriumsrealm.com/yaramayhawho/,...
Jul 03, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Intro Chit Chat till minute marker 2:34. This Episode is a few short Fairy Stories read by yours truly and Kris Erickson. I specifically chose the darker versions of fairy stories to go along with Ep:07 The Fae Folk. Sources: https://allpoetry.com/The-Banshee https://hellopoetry.com/poem/1882707/the-moonlight-world/ https://allpoetry.com/The-Banshee Music credits: Epilog - Ghostpocalypse by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license ( https://creativecommons.org/licen...
Jun 26, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode we just jump right in! Nick, and Fay joined for this Review of the Pilot Episode of The Vampire Dairies. Massive spoilers. We go over what was good about the show as a whole because as the show progressed it was awesome, but we all agreed the Pilot was lacking. Its also just really funny to hear Nick's thoughts on this show.
Jun 26, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Fay, Tyra, Nick and I learn about some Fae Folk and Discuss what we found. Forgive me I forgot to ask them to give me references on their topics. Whoops. But some fun images can be found on the instagram page, Folklore Friday.
May 24, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 7
The Fae Folk In this Episode Fay, Tyra, Nick and I learn about some Fae Folk and Discuss what we found. Forgive me I forgot to ask them to give me references on their topics. Whoops.
May 17, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 6
