
Host Carman Carrion explores myriad myths both modern and ancient to discover what mankind fears - and why we fear it. From monsters old and new as well as unexplained and unsolved cases, this podcast is sure to terrify. Where does our folklore come from, and why is it so freaky?
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 264 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeSociety & Culture | |||

The Rat King is a European folklore phenomenon where multiple rats become unnaturally fused by their tails into a single, living knot, seen as a grotesque omen of plague, famine, and collective misfortune.
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Arachne tells the story of a talented weaver punished by the gods not for being wrong, but for exposing their truth—cursed to spin webs forever as a spider, making her the embodiment of talent silenced and creativity punished.
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Before Santa's jolly image took hold, Christmas was patrolled by terrifying entities who punished the wicked and devoured the unwary—and some say they still roam the winter nights, waiting for those who've forgotten the old rules.
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Bloody Thomas - In Bavaria's darkest forests, Thomas was a master mask-carver who vanished centuries ago after the townspeople rejected his terrifyingly lifelike Krampus masks as too evil. Now he appears during harsh winters to take children who mock... more
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This show is brilliant I have also read the book which is also amazing it’s enjoyable and gives you loads of facts . It would be nice for a few guests but other than that it covers everything!!!what was that ?!!
I absolutely love everything about this podcast. From your voice, the stories, and the lore being explained in full.
I love this podcast, it’s very entertaining and I learn so much from it, I like how you but so much work into researching folklore. Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Earlier in the story, the MC let the electric company disconnect their power. But when they went to end it, the ‘turned off all the lights’.
Awesome podcast that clearly makes great effort to explore folklore from different cultures, both old and new. Be great if there was the occasional guest maybe that had something to say on the creatures/cryptids being explored.
The only things I’ll critique are the background music and slight repetition.
The music doesn’t always match the tone of the story, and sometimes it’s the same short track on repeat, which can be a bit off putting.
Also, some of the cryptids end up feeling the same ... more
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This show offers listeners a captivating exploration of folklore, mythology, and urban legends, unraveling the stories that both terrify and intrigue. Each episode covers a diverse range of topics, from ancient myths and modern monsters to chilling true crime stories, intertwining narrative-driven storytelling with cultural insights. The host has a knack for bringing unusual and lesser-known tales to life, presenting complex themes such as motherhood, mortality, and morality through the lens of folklore. The unique blend of horror with cultural exploration aims to not only entertain but also provoke thought about the human experience and our fears.
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