
Ancient, medieval and early modern ghost stories re-told, followed by a short discussion of where they come from and what they might mean. julietteharrisson.substack.com
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryFiction | |||

Aristomenes is delighted to find his missing friend Socrates alive and well at a bathhouse in Thessaly, but all is not as it seems and both men may be in danger… This story has been re-told from Apuleius, Metamorphoses, Book 1, and is followed by a c... more
A feud between two lords of the manor, a Norman count and an English Abbot, has devastating consequences for the peasants who live and work in the village, which comes under the power of a dark spirit… This short story is inspired by a 12th century s... more
Thorstein just needs to do his business late at night, but it’s hard to focus when there’s a demon in the toilet… Inspired by ‘Þáttur Þorsteins skelks,’ Flateyjarbók, this short story is followed by a chat about the origins of Gandalf, and Viking toi... more
Young Herdis is disturbed by a terrifying dream of an angry witch, but it is not the first time her grandmother Gudrun has encountered something supernatural in her long and colourful life… Inspired by Laxdaela Saga, especially Chapter 76, this short... more
Retelling ancient ghost stories this podcast draws you into its world from the beginning. A must for either bed time listening or the commute. After each story the host explains some of the themes and ideas explored that week - it’s so interesting to learn about how the history of ghosts has changed or stayed the same. If you liked Goosebumps as a child and like QI now - this is the podcast for you.
The story telling is infectious, plus I love the details you provide at the end of the podcast. Can’t wait to hear more!!!!
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A narrated collection of ancient, medieval, and early modern ghost stories retold with meticulous historical and literary context. Each episode blends atmospheric storytelling with scholarly annotations about sources, cultural backgrounds, and the evolution of myths, often including notes on translations, manuscript lore, and authorial framing. The host guides listeners through the tales and then expands on themes like religion, social structures, and belief systems of their eras. A notable throughline is the host's emphasis on provenance and adaptation, plus occasional Patreon-driven updates and previews of future collections. This mix of gripping narratives and accessible scholarship likely appeals to history buffs, folklore fans, and lis... more
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