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Uncle Bob's Magic Cabinet

Leigh and Loriunclebobsmagiccabinet.com
Uncle Bob's Magic Cabinet is a mother/daughter podcast about all things magic and mythology in pop culture. Each week, hosts Leigh and Lori discuss everything from hauntings and witchcraft to folklore and urban legends. It's a fun and fascinating ride full of pop culture trivia and magical lessons.
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Episodes

UBMC WITCH WHISPER 3: NOW AND THEN

Welcome to Witch Whispers, our new weekly minisode series coming to you every Wednesday. Each week, Leigh and Lori will take turns picking a bite-sized magical topic to hold you over until our full length Friday episode. This week, Leigh talks tarot readings and séances in the 1995 teen drama "Now and Then". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SU...

Feb 03, 202111 min

UBMC 37: STIR OF ECHOES & SALLY OWENS

In this episode, Leigh talks psychic connections, ghosts and hypnosis through the 1999 horror/thriller film "Stir of Echoes", while Lori speaks on the power of plants through her favorite pop culture herbalist Sally Owens. TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UN...

Jan 29, 20211 hr 7 min

UBMC WITCH WHISPER 2: THE HOUSE OF SEVEN GABLES

Welcome to Witch Whispers, our weekly minisode series coming to you every Wednesday. Each week, Leigh and Lori will take turns picking a bite-sized magical topic to hold you over until our full length Friday episode. This week, Lori dives into Nathaniel Hawthorne and his haunting tale of the House of Seven Gables. TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.C...

Jan 27, 20219 min

UBMC 36: DÉJÀ VU & FRIDAY THE 13TH

In this episode, Leigh talks about the magic, science, and mystery behind the feeling of déjà vu through the 2006 sci-fi film of the same name, while Lori discusses the long history of Friday the 13th through the famous 1980s horror movie franchise. TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOC...

Jan 22, 20211 hr 7 min

UBMC WITCH WHISPER 1: HOTEL CALIFORNIA

Welcome to UBMC Witch Whispers, our new weekly minisode series coming to you every Wednesday. Each week, Leigh and Lori will take turns picking a bite-sized magical topic to hold you over until our full length Friday episode. *Available on streaming platforms only*. This week, Leigh dives into the mystery behind the 1977 Eagles tune "Hotel California". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEAT...

Jan 20, 202112 min

UBMC 35: TEEN WITCH & ALICE IN WONDERLAND

In this episode, Leigh talks past lives through the campy 1989 fantasy film "Teen Witch", while Lori dives into the "magic" and mystery of 1951's Disney animated film "Alice in Wonderland". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCAST P...

Jan 15, 20211 hr 16 min

UBMC 34: LABYRINTH & GHOST SHIP

In this episode, Leigh talks meditation and mazes through the 1986 fantasy musical film "Labyrinth", while Lori teaches us about the ferryman Charon and abandoned ships through the 2002 horror film "Ghost Ship". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S M...

Jan 08, 20211 hr 5 min

UBMC 33: ASTROLOGY ROUNDTABLE 1

HAPPY NEW YEAR, UNCLE BOB'S FAM! For this very special episode, Leigh and Lori talk all things astrology, each picking five of their favorite pop culture icons and diving into their chart! Thank you so much for joining us this year. We can't wait to nerd out with you in 2021! TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STOR...

Jan 01, 20211 hr 14 min

UBMC 32: THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS & BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE

HAPPY HOLIDAYS, UNCLE BOB'S FAM! In this episode, Leigh talks deadly nightshade and the magic of Sally from 1993's "The Nightmare Before Christmas", while Lori dives into the wonderfully witchy holiday film "Bell, Book and Candle". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LE...

Dec 25, 202059 min

UBMC 31: KRAMPUS & SCROOGE

In this episode, Leigh talks about the notorious "Anti-Santa" Krampus and Yule traditions, while Lori teaches us about the magic of Charles Dickens through the 1970 holiday film "Scrooge". This episode is sponsored by Lavender+Lune, maker of luxury candles inspired by pop culture! Click here to shop ! TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT L...

Dec 18, 20201 hr

UBMC 30: TABULA RASA & CRY OF THE BANSHEE

In this episode, Leigh talks about the basics of spells through Buffy the Vampire Slayer's "Tabula Rasa", while Lori discusses the lore of banshees and the magic of infamous horror icon Vincent Price. Thank you to our sponsor, Grandpa & Chill : a new podcast for the generations! TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") T...

Dec 11, 20201 hr 14 min

UBMC 29: GREMLINS & MEADOWSWEET

In this episode, Leigh talks about the lore and history of the tiny mischievous creatures known as gremlins through the 1984 horror/comedy film of the same name, while Lori investigates the use of meadowsweet in the Supernatural episode "A Very Supernatural Christmas". This episode is sponsored by Grandpa & Chill, a new podcast for the generations! TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEAT...

Dec 04, 20201 hr 9 min

UBMC 28: ELF & SERENDIPITY

In this episode, Leigh talks about the history of Elves through the 2003 family comedy film "Elf", while Lori teaches us about every day magic and fate vs. destiny through the romantic holiday film "Serendipity". A big thank you to today's sponsor: Hedge Witch Apothecary! Click here to shop. TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL...

Nov 27, 20201 hr 2 min

UBMC 27: AMERICAN HORROR STORY "COVEN" & CHOCOLAT

In this episode, Leigh teaches us about crystal throwing through the popular series "American Horror Story: Coven", while Lori dives in to the history and magic of chocolate through the 2000 drama/romance film "Chocolat". A big thank you to this week's sponsor: Grandpa & Chill, a new podcast for the generations. Click here to check them out! TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON...

Nov 20, 20201 hr 9 min

UBMC 26: MATILDA & MARY POPPINS

In this episode, Leigh talks about the magic of Roald Dahl through 1996's "Matilda", while Lori explores the story behind one of our all time favorite witches: Mary Poppins. A big thank you to our sponsor: Loudmouth Threads, an independent, artist run brand inspired by all things creepy, weird and out of this world. Click here to shop! TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW?...

Nov 13, 20201 hr 10 min

UBMC 25: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS & THE WITCHES OF HARRY POTTER

In this episode, Leigh takes a look at killer plants through the 1986 musical comedy "Little Shop of Horrors", while Lori teaches us about her favorite powerful witches from the Harry Potter series. A big thank you to this week's sponsor: The Riverdale High AV Club, a sibling hosted comedy podcast that dives into the rich history of Archie comics. Click here to give them a listen! TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! M...

Nov 06, 202053 min

UBMC 24: HOCUS POCUS

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! In this episode, Leigh and Lori get extra spooky and talk about all things “Hocus Pocus”, the 1993 Disney film that is a must watch every October 31st. A big thank you to this week’s sponsor: Glitter Pink Cult, maker of cute, spooky pins! Don't forget to use code "UncleBob" at checkout for a secret surprise. CLICK TO SHOP CLICK TO FOLLOW TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FE...

Oct 30, 202055 min

UBMC 23: CARRIE & THE HALLOWEEN TREE

In this episode, Leigh takes a look at telekinesis and the magic of Carrie White through the infamous horror film "Carrie", while Lori speaks on the history of our favorite holiday through the 1993 animated film "The Halloween Tree". A special thanks to the sponsor of this episode: Podcorn! Check out how you can find sponsors of your own and start getting paid off your podcast by signing up at https://podcorn.com/podcasters/ TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Sup...

Oct 23, 20201 hr 18 min

UBMC 22: HALLOWEENTOWN & THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW

Time to get spooky! In this episode, Leigh shares the importance of the 1998 Disney channel original film "Halloweentown", while Lori discusses the many different versions of Washington Irving's gothic story "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE...

Oct 16, 20201 hr 6 min

UBMC 21: THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE

In this episode, Leigh and Lori discuss magic, ghosts and family dynamics through twins Nell and Luke Crain from 2018's Netflix original supernatural series "The Haunting of Hill House". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCAST PO B...

Oct 09, 20201 hr

UBMC 20: PARANORMAN & BEWITCHED

In this episode, Leigh talks childhood psychic abilities and zombies through the stop-motion animated film "ParaNorman", while Lori discusses the impact of Samantha Stephens and the 1964 fantasy sitcom "Bewitched". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'...

Oct 02, 20201 hr 5 min

UBMC 19: SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH & WHAT LIES BENEATH

In this episode, Leigh takes a look at the importance of the 1996 sitcom "Sabrina the Teenage Witch", while Lori speaks on ghosts and premonitions through the early 2000s thriller "What Lies Beneath". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINE...

Sep 25, 20201 hr 21 min

UBMC 18: FINAL DESTINATION 3 & THEY LIVE

In this episode, Leigh takes a look at photographic premonitions through the 2006 horror film "Final Destination 3", while Lori dives into the magic of filmmaker John Carpenter and his 1988 science fiction/horror film "They Live". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEG...

Sep 18, 20201 hr 4 min

UBMC 17: STRANGER THINGS & HARRY HOUDINI

In this episode, Leigh investigates MKUltra through the 2016 science fiction/horror series "Stranger Things", while Lori takes a look at the odd friendship between illusionist Harry Houdini and writer Arthur Conan Doyle. TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCL...

Sep 11, 20201 hr 3 min

UBMC 16: THE LOST BOYS & THE CRUCIBLE

In this episode, Leigh discusses the magic of vampires through her all time favorite film "The Lost Boys", while Lori takes a look at the Salem witch trials through Arthur Miller's "The Crucible". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PO...

Sep 04, 202056 min

UBMC 15: BEETLEJUICE & ALEISTER CROWLEY

In this episode, Leigh dives into the magic of Tim Burton through his 1988 film "Beetlejuice", while Lori investigates the mysticism behind the infamous occultist Aleister Crowley. TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCAST PO BOX 127...

Aug 28, 20201 hr 2 min

UBMC GUEST SPECIAL 1: TULPAS WITH KATHY MORRISSEY

In this episode, Kathy teaches the Uncle Bob's team all about tulpas through the fan favorite X-Files episode "Arcadia" (season 6, episode 15). TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCAST PO BOX 12738 PITTSBURGH, PA 15241...

Aug 21, 20201 hr

UBMC 14: MIDSOMMAR & THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK

In this episode, Leigh takes a look at Ari Aster's chilling 2019 horror film "Midsommar", while Lori discusses the magic behind the infamous "Witches of Eastwick". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCAST PO BOX 12738 PITTSBURGH, PA...

Aug 14, 20201 hr 11 min

UBMC 13: ZIGGY STARDUST & THE SECRET OF ROAN INISH

In this episode, Leigh explores the magic behind David Bowie's 1972 studio album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars", while Lori takes a look at selkie mythology through the 1994 film "The Secret of Roan Inish". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLOR...

Aug 07, 20201 hr 1 min

UBMC 12: CHARMED & THE ELDER WAND

In this episode, Leigh looks at the first episode of 1998's "Charmed" and the show's impact on witch culture, while Lori teaches us of the importance of the Elder tree through the lens of Harry Potter's "Elder Wand". TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. Support the show MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS! UNCLE BO...

Jul 31, 20201 hr 4 min
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