Bone and Sickle
Al RidenourBONE AND SICKLE explores historical topics related to folklore and horror. With acerbic wit and a scholarly penchant for the grotesque, rogue folklorist Al Ridenour delves into a wide but carefully curated range of topics illustrated by stories from historical texts. Narratives are given dramatic readings by “Mrs. Karswell” (Sarah Chavez) backed by richly produced soundscapes blending original mus... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 178 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Gammer Gurton’s Garland, published in 1784, is one of the earliest collections of English nursery rhymes, and contains verses both familiar and alarmingly unsettling.
Intended to be read to toddlers (i.e., “children who can neither read nor run,” a... more
The Christmas Eve ghost story is a fine old tradition associated with Victorian and Edwardian England, one that’s been making a comeback on both sides of the Atlantic. Since 2018, Bone and Sickle has enthusiastically embraced the custom.
Our offeri... more
Historically, the celebration of Christmas and Carnival could overlap, and there is some reason to believe that customs associated with the former were inherited by the latter.
A clue to this calendrical shift is offered by the Christmas song, “Car... more
In our second short episode for November, we take a close look at a the 1692 trial of Thiess of Kaltenbrunn, a purported werewolf in the town of Jürgensburg, in Livonia, (a Baltic region now divided between Estonia and Latvia). “Old Thiess,” as he wa... more
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- Quite Enjoyable
The topics are excellent. The style in which they are presented is fun and gives it an old time kind of feel. The chemistry between the characters is enjoyable and adds a lot to the show. Great scripts.
Apple Podcasts5TheVelvetAnt
Canada3 months ago Delve, won't you, into the mysteries of folklore? Join our jolly circle
Podcast Addict53 months agoteh_b00tnabian- Great Readings
If you’re a fgan of The Midnight Library and the style where the narrator gives a reading on topic, then you will like Bone and Sickle. The stories are unusual and macabre, well read, researched presented in narration format.
Apple Podcasts5CCart616
United States10 months ago - 5 stars
Scholarly, stylish, & grim in all the best ways. Brilliant stuff.
Apple Podcasts4JonbiscoeUnited Statesa year ago Bone and Sickle presents individual topic episodes about the intersection of folklore and horror. Mr. Ridenour is deeply erudite (he wrote a book on the Krampus) and it shows in each episode. These are dry, academic episodes though, with each presented with humor and excellent soundscaping.
Podchaser5a year agocmarkmurrah
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Exploring the macabre intersections of folklore and horror, a unique auditory experience captivates listeners through scholarly insights presented with a touch of dark humor. The discourse flows between historical narratives and tales of the grotesque, often featuring dramatic readings enlivened by rich soundscapes crafted from original music and sound effects. Each episode unfolds with the hosts sharing lighthearted banter before transitioning into thorough examinations of topics like nursery rhymes, ghost stories, or folkloric figures with engaging backstories. With a distinct aesthetic that combines intellectual rigor and entertainment, listeners are drawn into an imaginative realm reminiscent of gothic literary traditions. This podcast ... more
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